This week, we’ve had a bit of extra rain, but that hasn’t dampened the spirits of our Rock View Roadrunners! It might be pouring outside, but inside, our students are shining bright and staying dry.

Ms. Batista and I had the wonderful opportunity to visit classrooms this week and see learning in action. From our fifth graders exploring the fascinating world of reptiles and amphibians, to our third graders beginning to classify animals, all the way down to our kindergarteners singing their way through letter sounds and words, it’s clear that our students are hard at work and doing their B.E.S.T.

Classroom teachers have been wrapping up MAP and DIBELS testing, with students taking their time to truly show their teachers everything they know. We are so proud of the effort and focus they’ve put into these assessments!😊

Rock View teachers recently received professional development around academic discourse, one of our key school improvement goals this year. They are eager to implement the new strategies they've learned to help support all students in engaging in rich classroom discussions.

Our school counselors lead a successful Start With Hello Week! Students and staff came together to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all, reinforcing the importance of kindness and community here at Rock View.

Our Roadrunners truly ROCK!

Greetings RVES Community,

Our October PTA meeting will be this Tuesday at 7pm via Zoom. Please see below for the agenda and Zoom link. This meeting will take place in English with Spanish translation.

Reminder - PTA meetings are generally the first Tuesday of each month at 7pm, unless otherwise noted. The November 5th PTA meeting has been rescheduled to November 7th in light of Election Day.

1.Welcome

2. Treasurer's Report

3. RVES School Improvement Plan (SIP) 24-25

4. Book Fair

5. Hispanic Heritage Month Dinner Dance (potluck style)

6. Words from RVES Administration

7. RVES Speaks - Community Comments and Q&A

Zoom link -

https://earlysuccess.zoom.us/j/89981066259?pwd=BHdfxMshGbXARw1GaSTIlcLnXpomNS.1

Saludos Comunidad RVES,

Nuestra reunión de la PTA para octubre será este martes a las 7 p.m. vía Zoom. Consulte a continuación la agenda y el enlace de Zoom. Esta reunión se llevará a cabo en inglés con traducción al español.

Recordatorio: Las reuniones de la Asociación de Padres y Maestros generalmente son el primer martes de cada mes a las 7 p.m., a menos que se indique lo contrario. La reunión de la PTA del 5 de noviembre se cambió al 7 de noviembre debido al día de las elecciones.

1. Bienvenida
2. Reporte de la Tesorera
3. Plan de Mejoramiento Escolar (SIP) RVES 24-25
4. Feria del Libros
5. de la Herencia Hispana Cena y Baile (estilo comida compartida)
   
6. Palabras de la Administración RVES
7. RVES Habla - Comentarios de la comunidad y preguntas y respuestas

MCPS has adopted Amplify CKLA as our new PreK-5 English Language Arts Curriculum. Based on the Science of Reading, CKLA incorporates foundational reading skills along with knowledge building lessons. This approach is designed to support our students as they learn to read while simultaneously building the background knowledge necessary to comprehend complex texts at each elementary grade level and beyond.

Here are helpful links to find more information about the new curriculum!

• MCPS CKLA Intro Letter - Community Members
• CKLA Program Guide
• CKLA Caregiver Hub - English - Español
• Amharic

We are excited to announce an upcoming event at school called "Book-O-Ween," taking place on October 31st! On this fun-filled day we invite students to dress up as their favorite literary characters or notable figures from non-fiction texts. Students must have the physical book, article or print out to complete their look. Be sure to pack a change of clothes (if necessary) for students to change after the event. Please avoid full costumes, masks, weapons or violent imagery.

The day will kick off with a parade from 9:30 to 10:00 AM, where students will march around the outside school in their creative outfits. Parents are cordially invited to attend and cheer on our young readers!

After the parade, students will return to their classrooms for a special "Book Talk ‘n Treat" from 10:00 to 10:30 AM. During this time, they will share the books that inspired their creative outfits while enjoying a small morning treat. While parents won’t be able to attend the Book Talk ‘n Treat, teachers will be reaching out soon with requests for treats to make this gathering special.

Additionally, a small alternate activity will be available in the media center, where students can share their favorite stories and enjoy a treat.

We look forward to celebrating our love for literature with your children on Book-O-Ween!🙂

The safety of our MCPS community is critical, and being able to communicate with students, staff, and families during severe weather or other emergencies is of the utmost importance. Use the link below to find all the ways you can connect with MCPS to receive emergency operational information from the school system. The current operating status options for the school district appear on the MCPS website and on individual school websites. In the event of a change in operational status, this link will provide more information about the MCPS Operating Status options.

In order to ensure a safe, productive, and positive learning environment, Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) publishes these handbooks to help students, parents/guardians, and staff understand the Montgomery County Board of Education's core values and commitments; students' rights; school rules; expectations for student conduct; and the possible consequences for violating the rules. If you have questions, please speak to the administration at your school. If you have comments about any of these publications, please send them in writing to the MCPS Department of Communications at pio@mcpsmd.org.

Happy October! As we move into our second month of school our students are settling into routines that set them up for success. We are beginning our character education program with Growth Mindset this month. Growth Mindset is believing that your brain can grow as you make mistakes and learn new things. Check out our newsletter for more information about our school counseling program and how we can support families.

- Ms. Davis and Ms. Miller, School Counselors

MAP testing is wrapping up, and we are proud of our students for their hard work! Student score reports will be available in your ParentVue account after the testing window closes on October 4th. If you have any questions about the report once it is available, please reach out to your child's classroom teacher for further support.

We would love to see more of our amazing Rock View families involved in school activities! Volunteering is a great way to connect with our school community and make a positive impact. Whether you’re helping out in the classroom, assisting with special events, or chaperoning field trips, your support is invaluable.

Here’s how you can become a volunteer at Rock View:

1. Volunteer Form
   Complete the MCPS Parent/Guardian and Community Volunteer Form or the MCPS Volunteers in the Virtual Classroom Form, depending on your role. This form introduces you, shares your interests, and provides important reminders for school volunteers.

2. Online Training
   Complete the mandatory Recognizing Child Abuse and Neglect Training online. This is required for volunteers who regularly support schools or chaperone field trips. The training is available in multiple languages, and upon completion, you will receive a report showing your score as proof of training.

3. Contact the School
   Once you’ve completed the form and training, reach out to us with both your MCPS Volunteer Form and your training completion report (showing 100%).

Here is the link to the Volunteer site with all training information. 🙂

https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/student-leadership/volunteer

We can’t wait to welcome you as part of our volunteer team! Your involvement helps make Rock View even better for our students.

Phone: 240-740-0920

Address: 3901 Denfeld Ave, Kensington, MD 20850

Principal- Kilsys Batista, kilsys_c_batista@mcpsmd.org

Assistant Principal- Tyvae Helse, tyvae_helse@mcpsmd.org

Admin Secretary- Nancy Morin, nancy_L_morin@mcpsmd.org

Website: montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/rockviewes/