Monday, January 13 (A Day)

Tuesday, January 14 (B Day)

Wednesday, January 15 (C Day)

Thursday, January 16 (D Day)

Friday, January 17 (A Day)

Congratulations to the following students for making All County Band:

• Gabby Castro - alto sax
• Ella Moscowitz & Tyler Torregiani - tenor sax
• James Jeudy & Claudia Shea - baritone sax
• Siebren Miedema-Haynes – trumpet
• Samantha Peck – trombone
• Michael Sweeney – piano
• John Rityak - electric bass
• Peter Colomer – drumset

The Rondout Valley Intermediate and Junior High School faculty and staff pulled off an “Undercover Spirit Week” prior to Winter Break, creating a fun and engaging mystery for their students. The mission was simple yet creative: dress up for themed days without letting the students in on the secret. The faculty eagerly participated, keeping their spirited attire under wraps as they waited to see how long it would take for students to catch on.

Each day brought a unique and exciting theme. From Monochromatic Monday, Vacay Day, and Anything-But-A-Lanyard Day to Secret Service Thursday and Camo Day–the Rondout Valley community did not disappoint!

'Tis the season for flu and other illnesses! Help keep our schools healthy by following these guidelines:

When to keep kids home:

• Fever over 100°
• Cough, shortness of breath
• Headache, sore throat, runny nose
• Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
• Sores around nose/mouth, rash
• Ear pain/discharge

Healthy habits:

• Wash hands frequently
• Cover coughs
• Avoid touching face
• Don't share utensils

Important notes:

• Seek immediate medical attention for difficulty breathing.
• Ensure proper hydration.
• Kids need time to fully recover from illness.
• Symptoms must be improving, including being fever-free and diarrhea/vomiting-free for 24 hours without medication, before returning to school.

Thanks for all you do to help keep our schools safe and healthy.

After School Tutoring

Mondays with Ms. Dubois in APOD 5 for all subject areas

Wednesdays with Mr. Corigliano in C202 for all subject areas

Thursdays with Ms. Vertucci in A211 for math

Diversity Club

Diversity Club (4th-8th grade) will meet every Thursday in the Library starting October 10th. Permission slips can be picked up from Mrs. Tourtelot in the library or from Mr. O'Shea in room A101.

Environmental Club

Do you care about the environment or enjoy being outdoors in nature? The Environmental Club meets on Mondays in A204. Club advisor is Mr. Garbowski.

Yearbook Club

Yearbook Club will begin in January. Meetings will be held on Wednesdays in the Library with Ms. MacScott. Interested students should sign up with Ms. Lynch in the AP office.

Cooking Club

Session 2 coming soon!

Unified Club

Students with and without disabilities come together to participate in games and social activities. Meets every other Wednesday beginning January 15th. Club advisors are Ms. Crowley, Mr. Freese and Ms. Barnum.

After School activities end at 3:30. Students can be picked up by their parent/guardian or take the 3:35 late bus. Contact Ms. Cusher at x.4606 to find out which late bus your child should ride.

Matteo Walsh placed 1st at the Deposit Elinsky Wrestling Tournament last weekend. Matteo went 5-0 pinning all of his opponents.

The boys modified basketball team played a great game vs Wallkill on Monday, January 6th. The game was close late when Luke Helm passed to Trysten Perry who hit a shot at the end to win the game.

The JV girls basketball team had an impressive win on Tuesday, January 7th, the third in a row. Lurah Baker played excellent defense in limiting Wallkill to only 2 points in the second half.

Happy 2025! Here are the updates for the coming month:

Student T-shirt Design Contest:

Any student in grades 4-8 can submit artwork that will be created into a shirt available for order in February. Once finalists are determined, students will vote on they’re favorite design through 1/24 and the winner announced on Monday 1/27. All artwork must be submitted to your teacher or placed in the PTSA mailbox in the office by JANUARY 15th. Rules are below:

• One Winner will be selected from Grades 4-8.

• Draw your design on a white 8 ½ x 11 sheet of paper.

• Name and Grade should be written on the BACK of the sheet.

• Use black ink or marker to create your design. All artwork will appear on the shirts in black and white.

• Include Rondout Valley Middle School or RVMS somewhere in your design.

• Artwork is encouraged to incorporate unity, kindness, or community.

The PTSA will also be supporting the school-wide Middle School play for the 2nd year in a row. The show is "Too Many Detectives at the Murder Mansion" by Ian McWethy and will be directed by PTSA board member, Sheila Galione.

2025 Play Info Website:

https://sites.google.com/view/rondoutplay

Public Performance Dates: Friday, March 28 - Sunday, March 30.
School Performances: March 31st and April 1, 2025

Audition Dates:

Wednesday, January 16 & Thursday, January 17. (Students Attend 1 Day)

Audition & Permission Sign Up Link:

Parents, we need your help to make it happen!

Parent Help Sign Up Link:

Theater Design Club will be held on Mondays in February and early March

Grant permission here: Sign Up Link:

Lastly, please join us at our January General Meeting on Thursday the 16th at 6pm in the Middle School Library.

• Jan 16- PTSA Meeting @ 6PM
• Jan 20- No School
• Jan 24- Quarter 2 ends
• Jan 29- No School