Reardan Weekly

Parents and guardians:

We are looking into adding some afterschool programs. Please fill out the survey below to help us determine what the needs are for you.

We are actively working on acquiring grant funding to support the programs, but are willing to explore paid options if the community is interested.

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Smarter Balanced Assessments (SBA)

Smarter Balanced Assessments for students in grades 3-6 will take place from April 15 to May 30. Your child’s teacher will share specific testing dates soon, so please be on the lookout for that information.

To support your child’s success, we ask that students attend school during testing days. Please avoid scheduling appointments or vacations during this time. Additionally, to help students do their best, ensure they get plenty of rest each night and eat a healthy breakfast before school.

Conflict Resolution

We appreciate your partnership in helping our students grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Lately, we’ve noticed an increase in students struggling with following directions and responding respectfully to adults, which has led to more office referrals. This not only disrupts learning but can also create safety concerns when students do not follow staff directions.

We value student voice and want all children to feel heard. At the same time, it's important that they learn how to express themselves respectfully and understand the appropriate time and place for discussions. We kindly ask for your support in reinforcing these skills at home by talking with your child about positive ways to communicate, even in moments of disagreement.

Additionally, we are experiencing an increase in students trying to solve conflicts by getting physical with one another. We ask for your support in reinforcing positive problem-solving skills at home. Please talk with your child about handling disagreements with words, seeking help from an adult, and using calm strategies to resolve conflicts.

Together, we can help our students create a safe and respectful school environment.

Upcoming Dates

Wednesday, April 23 is RECAP/Title I Literacy Night. Join us in the commons from 5:30-7:00.

P.I.E.-sponsored Drama Club will run from Friday, April 11, to Friday, June 6, meeting each Friday from 2:45 to 4:30 p.m. To participate, students must have a signed permission slip and must be picked up from the library by 4:30 p.m.

If you have any questions, please reach out to reardanpie@gmail.com.

The next Popcorn Friday is Friday, April 11.

During science, 5th grade students worked together to determine why constellations change with the seasons.

Kindergarten students are developing early literacy skills by practicing sentence writing.

Families enjoyed Mobius Science/Dinosaur Night on Tuesday, March 25. This fun, family event was sponsored by RECAP/RESD Title 1 program.

We are through the month of March and heading into our final quarter this year. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, April 23, when our LAP/Title Program will partner with RECAP for Literacy Night. We are planning to serve dinner and have a special guest story teller, Literacy Activities, and each child in attendance will be able to select a free book of their choice to take home! May 21st we have the long awaited return of REPTILE MAN!

Students in Mrs. Hamilton’s health class this week were able to earn their first aid certification thanks to Firefighter Doug who does an amazing job with this class. What a great life skill it is to be first aid certified and be able to practice with an EMT. Thanks also to Linda Dougherty for her help with this class. These two volunteers spend countless hours keeping our community safe through education and training in addition to responding to calls. We appreciate them very much!

Middle School Class pictures will take place on Tuesday, April 8. Order forms were sent home with students this week–have them dump out those backpacks!! Christina has extra picture envelopes in the HS office. We are also coming up on the deadline to order the Elementary & Middle School Yearbook: Orders are due by April 18th. We have order envelopes in the HS and Elementary offices or you can order online: leosphotography.com Use order code YBKC0315. Cost is $20 As always, thank you for sending us your amazing children each day, and if you ever have questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to email me: dnewsum@reardansd.net

STATE TESTING IS IN MAY

Please do your best to ensure student attendance on the following days:

• ELA May 6,7, & 8

• Science May 13 & 14

• Math May 20 & 21

Dear Reardan Families,

First and foremost, thank you for sharing your students with us! They are truly amazing, and we are grateful to be part of their journey. As we head into spring break, I hope you find time to rest, relax, and enjoy special moments with your family.

As we transition into spring, our district’s calendar becomes increasingly busy with sports, activities, and events. We will make every effort to over-communicate important dates and details, ensuring you stay informed. However, if you ever have questions, please don’t hesitate to call or email—we’re happy to help!

Looking ahead, we are excited to announce our first Principal Advisory Committee meeting on Thursday, April 10th, at 6:00 PM in the High School Innovation Center. We value your input and encourage you to join us as we work together to support our students and school community.

Wishing you all a wonderful and restful spring break!

Best,

JoLynn Ray - Principal

Salish students speak at OSPI Tribal event.

End of Year Celebration:

Get ready for a day of EPIC proportions! We're talking screaming roller coasters, dazzling shows, and a tidal wave of pure FUN! Options 7th-12th graders, it's time to celebrate the end of the school year with an ALL-DAY, adrenaline-pumping, memory-making field trip to SILVERWOOD on May 22, 2025!

Remember last year? Even the "maybe nots" turned into "BEST DAY EVER!" converts! We're bringing the thrill ride back, and you DO NOT want to miss it!

But here's the catch: we need to know if you're IN! Are you ready to dive into a day of unforgettable adventure?

Declare your destiny! Fill out this form NO LATER THAN April 7, 2025 to let us know you're IN!

Reminders:

• Happy Spring Break! Enrichment classes will start back up on 4-8-25. If you haven't registered yet, please do so here. Please do not register twice.
• All day Outdoor School is a GO for 4th-8th graders on April 11th. If you would like to join us and have not signed up please do so here by April 7th. Please do not sign-in up if you have already been attending Outdoor School.

Mr. Swannack worked with Options students this week: "We spent a good portion of our time defining and understanding what Sports Marketing & Technology was. After that, students were given the task of developing a shoe brand that was of their individual interest. They were to create a slogan, design the shoe, and market it on a trifold board."

This is a great opportunity for students to get community service hours as well.

The Reardan-Edwall School District does not endorse any activities or opportunities from groups not directly connected to the school district.