Bulldog Bulletin
ROYAL OAK MIDDLE SCHOOL
This message was sent to families on 5/28/24 by Ms. Meldrum
Parents and Athletes,
The Athletic Department has switched registration platforms from Big Teams to FINAL FORMS. We are very excited for this change, as we believe Final Forms will make our registration process simpler and smoother for everyone! Big Teams and School Pay will no longer be used for the registration process. Please do not use those platforms! Final Forms will be the one stop shop for athletic registration, uploading physicals, paying participation fees, and communicating with parents & athletes.
To begin, parents must first create an account, then add their child. Below is a step by step guide for parents to begin creating an account.
Thank you for your flexibility during this transition! If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to the athletic department.
Direct link to Final Forms website:
http://royaloak-mi.finalforms.com/
Thank you!
Daniel Russell (Daniel.Russell@royaloakschools.org)
Director of Athletics & Activities
ROHS Dance Team Tryout Information!
Attention 8th Grade Families!
8th Grade NEON Dance with DJ Alex
Monday, June 10th from 6-8pm at ROMS GYM - NO DRESS SHOES!
No need to get fancy, just come and have fun with your classmates!
Refreshments provided
We are in need of volunteers to make this a success! Please sign up below!
8th Grade Promotion Ceremony
Tuesday, June 11th at 5:30pm on the ROMS front lawn
Bring your own chair. (PARKING LIMITED)
Live stream available!
Friday, May 31, 2024
What's New?
Incoming 9th graders will exchange their Chromebooks for new ones at freshmen orientation on 8/16/24, 8:30 AM – 11 AM, at Royal Oak High School. No exchange without the current Chromebook.
2. Elementary Buildings & ROMS:
Incoming 6th graders will exchange their current ROY Chromebook during the first week of school. More information will be provided closer to the start of the school year.
3. ROMS Scholastic book fair is just around the corner! June 5, 6, 7! Students can check with their L&L teacher to see which day they are signed up for.
The book fair takes cash, card, and eWallet. Ewallet can be used like a preloaded "gift card" through Scholastic. Students can shop and when they check out, they can either present a print-off OR have the volunteer cashier look up their name to access eWallet funds. More information about eWallet can be found HERE, on our Scholastic book fair home page. Look for the box that says "Wallet Setup Dates" (picture below)
One ROMS tradition that we have is our SECRET eWallet fund to help any student who would like to buy a book. Some kids may have forgotten book money or some weren't able to come with book money in the first place. Our goal is to get a book in every student's hands. If you would like to donate to the SECRET fund, click here. This tradition came from one classroom teacher seeing a need and generous parents donating so much that those funds were shared with other classes. Last year we were able to get a book to EVERY student who wanted one. All with the help of our generous community who values reading. #ROMSReads
Also, still looking for volunteers to help out. Can you? Click here to take a look at our need. Ask your student which day they are going and coordinate!
4. ROMS Student Council is hosting their last spirit week of the school year! Take a look at the slide and make your plans!
5. ROMS is interested in joining other districts in the very well known Religious Diversity Journey Program. Check out more on this program here and see the flier below.
ROMS Band at the 2024 Memorial Day Parade!
ROMS Band at the 2024 Memorial Day Parade!
ROMS Band at the 2024 Memorial Day Parade!
We firmly believe that providing students with a smooth and informative school transition process contributes to student success at all levels. Our school transition process begins with our Developmental/Kindergarten students as we welcome them into our schools and begin to help them better understand some of the learning experiences that they will soon engage in within our schools. The elementary to ROMS school transition helps incoming 6th-grade students better understand what awaits them in middle school. Our 8th-grade to 9th-grade school transitions are one of the final transitions our students take part in as they begin their journey at Royal Oak High School. We feel strongly about our school transitions process and the opportunities it provides students and families at all levels to understand better the opportunities and experiences that await them at the next level! You can watch the video to learn more.
- May 2024 calendar of wellness activities adapted from Mental Health America
- Supporting Children's Mental Wellness tips for parents/caregivers
- Supporting Children's Mental Wellness tips for educators
- Coping tools (Coloring pages, worksheets)
- Fact Sheets (4)
- Path to Calm
- Be Seen in Green
- Self-Care Checkup for staff
While much of the information (fact sheets, coping tools) I have provided is taken directly from these toolkits, here are the links for Mental Health Awareness Month toolkits that are filled with so much information and many resources.
Mental Health America’s resources and their 2024 Toolkit!
Important Message for ROMS Students and Families
We have students at ROMS that have severe food allergies to peanuts/nuts. It is important that our students avoid bringing snacks with peanuts/nuts into their classes in order to prevent a life-threatening allergic reaction. If possible, please choose a different alternative for snacks for your students. Thank you for pitching in to help ensure our students safety and well-being!
Hello Bulldog Families from the ROMS counseling team-
We would like to introduce ourselves to you;
Sanja Thelen (6th grade counselor---A-K)
Carrie Laurence (6th grade counselor---L-Z)
Michael Betman (7th grade counselor)
Samantha Ellis (8th grade counselor)
As the second semester is beginning and classes are underway, the counseling team will be going into classrooms and providing information and instructions on career development through Xello.
Xello helps students complete interactive career, personality, and learning style assessments to help them better understand their interests, skills, and strengths. Each activity encourages reflection, helping students connect who they are with relevant career pathway options. All students will have the opportunity to explore Xello at school and can continue their exploring at home. ROMS makes Xello available to students anytime. Ask your student to show you their Xello profile at https://www.royaloakschools.org/students/xello.
If you have any questions please contact your child's counselor.
Reserved Parking: Van Accessible Parking Spaces
Families: We do have a family that needs to load up their student and a wheelchair. Please be mindful if you are parking in one of the two VAN ACCESSIBLE parking spaces at ROMS. These are reserved for people that need to load a wheelchair. We will be adding more handicapped parking spaces to accommodate additional need. Thank you!
Thanks to the Michigan School Meals Program, a state-funded program that allows all students to receive meals at no cost for the 2023-2024 school year, breakfast and lunch will be free to all students. Second meals are not free and will be considered ala carte. High school and middle school second lunches will be charged $3.00; elementary school second lunches will be charged $2.60. Adult meals are not covered under the Michigan School Meals Program.
Although all students can receive meals at no cost, it is still vital that eligible families fill out a free/reduced meal application: A school’s eligibility for federal Child Nutrition Programs such as Summer Food Service Program and others is based on free and reduced-price eligibility. Students and families may qualify for other program fee reductions based on their eligibility for free or reduced-price meals. Federal and state education finding uses free and reduced-price eligibility.
Please complete the 2023-2024 online application on our website under Free and Reduced Meals Information. Paper applications will be sent out this month and available at the district office and in all schools in August.
If/when your school begins offering ala carte items, please note that they will not be free and must be paid for with cash or through your student’s pre-paid food service account. Ala carte examples are bottled water, chips, cookies, and milk. Unfortunately, milk by itself is not free. To get milk, a complete meal must be received or can be paid for separately. Elementary students must continue to pre-order lunch one day ahead. Last-minute decisions to eat an elementary school lunch can result in shortages for other students that did order in advance.
No Dogs Allowed on ROMS Property
Technology Help
MiStar
District Chromebooks
Self-Service Password Manager
The Service Desk
This page contains important information regarding district technology. Please click the links below to learn more.
The distinct uses Canvas as its Learning Management Platform. Learn how to download the app, create an Observer account, and more.
MISTAR is the district’s Student Information System. Learn how to log into and navigate the Parent Portal.
All students in first through twelfth grades in Royal Oak Schools have the option of receiving a district-issued Chromebook to use for their time in the district. Learn more about requesting a Chromebook, troubleshooting common issues, and more.
Learn more about signing up for Self-Service Password Manager (recommended for 6-12 students) and recovering forgotten Network passwords.
If you are having technical issues with equipment or devices, a parent or guardian may contact the Oakland Schools’ Service Desk.
OK2SAY Reporting
>>Call 8-555-OK2SAY (855-565-2729)
>>Text to 652729 (OK2SAY)
>>Email OK2SAY (OK2SAY@mi.gov)
>>Visit the website (https://www.michigan.gov/ok2say)
Royal Oak Middle School
Email: kristin.meldrum@royaloakschools.org
Website: https://www.royaloakschools.org/our-schools/royal-oak-middle-school/
Location: 709 North Washington Avenue, Royal Oak, MI, USA
Phone: (248) 541-7100
Twitter: @krimeldrum