Panther Post

Dear RNMS Families,

It’s hard to believe, but we’re almost at the finish line!

This week, our 8th graders tackled their very first Regents exams, and we couldn’t be prouder of their effort and focus. Most of our testing is now complete, with the exception of the 8th Grade FLACS exam and a few remaining makeups.

As we coast into our final week of the year, we’ve already begun celebrating the end of a great year. Today, we honored our 8th graders with their annual Moving Up BBQ, and our 6th graders enjoyed a well-earned treat from the ice cream truck to celebrate the completion of their first year of middle school.

Please take a moment to review the important information below regarding final exam makeups and next week’s schedule. The most notable change is that Monday, June 23rd, will be an early dismissal day due to anticipated high temperatures.

Wishing you a restful and enjoyable weekend...stay cool!

Best,

Jason Doerr

Next Week:

• June 23
• Middle School Early Dismissal, 11:00 AM
• 8th Grade Moving Up Ceremony Rehearsal, 10:15 AM-12:00 PM
• June 24
• Middle School Early Dismissal, 11:00 AM
• 8th Grade Moving Up Ceremony, 1:00 PM, HS Gym
• June 25
• Middle School Early Dismissal, 11:00 AM
• June 26
• Middle School Early Dismissal, 11:00 AM
• June 27
• Marking Period 4 Report Cards Posted, end-of-day

• SUMMER!

End of the Year Celebrations: Today was filled with sweet moments and meaningful milestones! Our 6th graders capped off their first year of middle school with a well-deserved treat from the ice cream truck, while our 8th graders marked the end of their Rye Neck Middle School journey with the annual 8th Grade BBQ. Check out some photos from the festivities below!

Schedule Changes for the Week of June 23: Due to the projected extreme heat with sustained temperatures of 94 to 99 degrees for June 23-25 and limited large-group spaces with air conditioning, we are adjusting the dismissal schedules for the last week of school. The guidelines in our newly adopted Policy 8113 direct us to do this when practicable. From Monday, June 23 through Thursday, June 26, Rye Neck Middle School will dismiss students at 11:00 AM each day.

• Monday, June 23: 6th and 7th grade students will follow a regular half-day schedule and dismiss at 11:00 AM. 8th grade students will participate in the Moving Up Ceremony rehearsal from 10:15 AM to 12:00 PM in the air-conditioned Athletic Center.

• Tuesday, June 24: 6th and 7th grade students will dismiss at 11:00 AM. 8th grade students do not have classes and should report to the Athletic Center by 12:30 PM. The 8th Grade Moving Up Ceremony will begin at 1:00 PM in the Athletic Center.

• Wednesday, June 25: All students dismiss at 11:00 AM. Rye Neck High School Graduation will take place at 5:30 PM on the football field.

• Thursday, June 26: All students dismiss at 11:00 AM.

Final Exam Makeups: Students that missed final exams due to absences will make them up next week. Please reach out to your child's teacher with any questions.

i-Ready Reports: i-Ready Diagnostic Reports will be sent home by the end of next week.

Senior Walk-Through of RNUFSD Schools: On Monday, June 23, our graduating seniors will make one final “victory lap” through every Rye Neck UFSD school before their commencement later in the week. They are expected to reach the Middle School around 10:30 a.m. If your schedule allows, we invite families and staff to gather at the main entrance to cheer them on and celebrate their journey. For safety reasons, only students and authorized staff may enter the buildings during the walk-through; parents and guests are kindly asked to remain outside. Thank you for helping us give the Class of 2025 an amazing send-off!

Summer Reading: Please see the following information regarding the RNMS Summer Reading books.

Be sure to purchase your brick by June 27th!

LMC Media's Sound Shore Family Guide Episode on Rye Neck Schools: Check out LMC Media's episode on Rye Neck Schools!

2024-2025 Literary Magazine: Explore this year’s edition of our MS Literary Magazine. Advisor Ms. Toolan and our amazing writers put together this fantastic edition that I'm sure you'll love. Each part of the image is interactive. Click on the photo below to download the magazine, and then click anywhere to jump straight to that section and start reading!

Message from Nurse Mahmud: Please take note of the following information out of the health office regarding the 2025-2026 school year:

Parking Reminder from the Village of Mamaroneck Police Department: In an effort to educate drivers and continue to be safe on the roadways, the Village of Mamaroneck Police Department would like to remind drivers to not park or stop over a crosswalk, and to not park less than 30 feet from a stop sign, as this can be a safety issue, and you might receive a summons. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping the roads safe!

Important Documents (please review with your child!):

Student Handbook

ParentSquare: Rye Neck is on ParentSquare. You should have received an email inviting you to join us by activating your account. Download the app to customize your preferences and stay up-to-date on events at our schools. We're happy to have you on board.

Panther's Den: The Panther’s Den offers students a relaxing space during lunch to play games, enjoy activities, and meet new friends. A Google Form will be sent out every Thursday for sign-ups for the following week.

Cell Phones: Cell phones and other electronic devices are not to be used in the school building during school hours. Failure to follow this rule can result in confiscation of these items and they will be returned only to parents. Please find additional information about our cell phone policy in our Student Handbook.

Grief Tips and Resources: If your child is dealing with grief and needs support at home, please consider utilizing these resources to help them.

Ongoing Feedback: To gather more feedback from parents, we invite you to use this Google Form to share your questions, comments, concerns, or ideas. While submissions can be made anonymously, please include your name and contact information if you would like a direct response.