Panther Tales

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Dear Ridgeview United Families,

We’ve had another fantastic week filled with learning, growth, and community spirit. It was great to see so many of our students attend our first Foundation Spirit Night. Panther spirit was strong and our many athletes did a fantastic job!

As we step into this vibrant month of September, we are excited to kick off our celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, running from September 15 through October 15. This annual event is an opportunity for us to honor the rich history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx communities. We have an array of activities and events planned to engage our students and celebrate our diverse heritage, and we warmly invite you to join us in these festivities.

Lastly, thank you to all the parents and guardians for attending our Title 1 Meeting and Curriculum Night. If you were not able to attend the meeting, you can view our Annual Title 1 Presentation by clicking the link below. You can also review the slides from our Virtual Club fair. I am extremely grateful to our staff members who have committed to making such a wide variety of clubs available to our students. Students will have the chance to sign up for clubs tomorrow during their compass period.

Be sure to check out the details below to help with your weekly planning. We look forward to a month of enrichment and celebration together!

Warm regards,

Principal Thomas Garrett

September 12th: Curriculum Night & Title 1 Night, 5:30 pm

September 13th: Morning Donut Sales, $2 Each, Cash Only. Proceeds Benefit the PTA.

September 13th: Future Raider Night, Riverwood International Charter School, 7:30 pm

September 16th: Soccer Home Game (B), 4:45 pm

September 16th: RCMS Online Auction Opens!! 8:00 pm

September 17th: School Picture Day (Uniform Dress Code required) (Scroll Down for Info)

September 17th: Volleyball Home Games, (A) 4:45 (B) 5:45 & (C) 6:45

September 18th: Dress Down Day, $5, Cash Only. Volunteer HERE. Benefits PTA & Foundation.

September 19th: Soccer Home Game (A), 4:45 pm

September 19th: Softball Home Game, 5:00 pm

September 27th: Foundation Parent Party & Auction

October 10th: Patherpalooza

October 24th: Hispanic Heritage Night & Concert (Chorus, Band and Orchestra)

If you have confirmed your child’s registration for the upcoming music trip to Orlando, it is essential to also complete the required financial survey by September 18th. If you have any questions or need assistance with the registration or financial information, please do not hesitate to reach out to your music teacher.

English: https://forms.gle/VQqDnYwuAokUik1G7

Spanish: https://forms.gle/VQqDnYwuAokUik1G7

I-ready diagnostic reports are now available in the i-Ready portal. You can find detailed instructions on how to access your child's report in our prior newsletter.

The enhancement of health knowledge, attitudes and problem-solving skills is the focus of instruction in 6th grade health education. Parent(s) have the option of removing their child from the sexual health unit at each grade level, thus allowing parents adequate time to review materials used in the course, talk with the teacher, and make an informed decision about their child’s participation. Parents must notify the school in writing if they choose to remove their child from the unit. For more information and the opt-out form, click here: 6th Grade Sex Ed Opt Out Letter (1)

Mrs. Lemon is a returning teacher to RCMS. She previously taught 7th Grade TAG Social Studies for five years at RCMS. Her new role will be teaching TAG/Advanced 8th Grade ELA and 9th Grade Lit. Mrs. Lemon has been an educator for 20 years and served for 5 years as an Assistant Principal in Gwinnett County!

Mrs. Lemon attended Florida A&M, B.S. in Business Economics, Georgia State University, Master of Public Administration, Brenau University, Masters of Middle School Education (ELA, Social Studies), Endorsement in Gifted and ESOL and University of West Georgia, Educational Leadership.

Mrs. Lemon has been married for 24 years and has two children, Chris, and Rachel. Her hobbies are writing and reading fictional mystery stories and traveling with friends and family. Her educational goal for this year is to encourage students to think outside of the box, effectively express themselves through writing, speaking, reading, listening, and furthering their creativity. Welcome Back Mrs. Lemon!

All 7th Grade Students will take the MAP Math Test the week of September 23rd and the MAP ELA Test the week of September 30th.

Uniform Dress Code is required for picture day. Students will be given a Lifetime Pamphlet Envelope to purchase pictures. Families can order online (mylifetouch.com) with students' ID number or Picture Day ID EVTQWPQXPday or bring the correct change in the envelope on picture day. All students can have their picture taken regardless of whether they have paid or not.

Our Parent Party is coming up on September 27th. Capacity is limited, so please buy your tickets today if you would like to come to this fun event! You can purchase tickets here.

Even if you are unable to attend our Parent Party, you can still support our students by bidding on our online auction! Restaurant gift cards, vacation stays, local experiences, artwork and PRINCIPAL FOR THE DAY will all be available starting September 16th at 8:00 PM. ! Click HERE to view the auction.

The Foundation is excited to introduce spirit wear for our sports and music programs! Each activity has a custom designed hoodie and these styles are pre-order only. Music hoodies will be available to order twice a year (at the beginning of each semester), and sports team hoodies will be available to order three times a year (in their respective season). Fall orders close on September 20, act fast and order your spirit wear in the Panther Store today!

The Girls On The Run is starting at RCMS! "Heart and Soul", is geared towards Middle School Girls. The program blends physical activity with skill development that enables girls to adapt to whatever comes their way.

REGISTRATION LINK: https://www.pinwheel.us/register/index/gotrgaf24?sid=19cd633c159540e79b6566890a7736eb

MEETING DATES: Tuesdays and Thursday from 4:30 pm – 6:00pm

COST: Fees range from $0 - $225 on a sliding scale based on household income and size.

Thank you to the many parents and staff who helped make our Spirit Night a success!

Volunteer Opportunity: Calling all "Handy Parents"! Are you relatively handy or willing to assist on projects? Can you help around the school when needs arise? Sign up here to be on our Dads on Deck/PTA Projects contact list!

https://forms.office.com/r/GYWZird58w?origin=lprLink

Photo Credit: Sensei Davis. Thank you for your constant dedication to capturing our students' smiles!

Thank you to these local businesses who have chosen to support our Panthers. Please consider supporting them in return!

Besides Panther Tales, Ridgeview Charter Middle School has several ways you can stay up-to-date on news and happenings. Follow us on our main Facebook and Instagram pages for a peek into the daily life of RCMS, plus read success stories about some of our RCMS alumni!

Email: Ridgeview@fultonschools.org
Location: 5340 South Trimble Road, Sandy Springs, GA, USA
Phone: (470)254-7710
Twitter: @RCMSPanther