Message from the Principal
Greetings STORM Families,
It’s been a great start to the school year! Our kids were amazing at our first day assembly, learning about the upcoming year and being challenged to connect with each other. We explained that our school motto is “Everybody’s somebody at Ridgeline!” This means that all students are valued and respected for who they are. It means we treat everyone with dignity as we support their needs and as we challenge them to be their best selves.
Students learned school wide expectations in the first week of school, and they learned how to be organized in each of their classes. Ridgeline is an AVID school, which means we use organization and instructional strategies to help prepare all students for a post-high school plan. This week, they learned about STORM time on Wednesdays, which is a time for getting help, making up assignments, or re-taking assessments. Teachers and staff are working hard to help students get off to a successful start in all classes. Parents, please check grades at least every two weeks to see updates and progress to your student’s learning and performance in Qmaltive.
Parents should also be aware of the following upcoming events:
Our first Coffee with the Principal is tomorrow morning (Friday, September 13, 2024) 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. in room 604 in the blue hallway.
On September 20, 2024, all students will participate in an all-school campus evacuation drill to St. Columban Church (our emergency rally point) and back to Ridgeline during the first hour and half of school. The Yelm Police Department will assist to ensure student safety as we walk to the rally point and back. If your student has an injury or condition that will not allow them to walk the mile-long journey, please communicate that to your child’s Homeroom teacher.
On September 27, we have our Fall Fundraiser and Run/Walk Event taking place. We hope that all parents will support this event with a donation. Students will bring home the fundraiser forms that describe how to make a donation and all the fun events at the Run/Walk. Students will get to run or walk around the track, listen to Mr. Healy playing DJ, and then they get to dance on the field to the “Ice Cream and Cake” song and “The Cupid Shuffle.”
On October 16, we have a Health, Safety, and Anti-Bullying assembly for each grade level to explain the differences between responding to conflict versus responding to bullying and harassment. We will define bullying and harassment for students and talk about what those look like. Assistant Principal, Mr. Quichocho, and our SRO, Officer Stephan, will talk to students about how to report bullying and harassment.
We are so happy to be back at school with students, and we look forward to an amazing 2024-2025 school year! Please let me know if you have questions, concerns, and ideas for making this the best year ever for your student and for your family. You can email me directly at: craig_curry@ycs.wednet.edu.
Sincerely,
Craig Curry
RMS Principal
“Coffee with the Principal”
Friday, September 13, at 7:00 am, will be our second “Coffee with the Principal" of the year, in room 604.
This is a special monthly event to enjoy a donut and cup of coffee. This meeting time provides a round-table discussion opportunity for parents/guardians to come and meet with Mr. Curry.
All new and returning families are welcome!
Important Reminder - Student Technology
PARENT/GUARDIAN: If you have more than one device per student at home or maybe a student graduated and forgot to turn it in, please return the device to your child's school. This will ensure every student has access to technology. Please review the new Fee Schedule for Technology Replacement.
Attendance is important!!
Regular attendance at school helps your child get the most out of middle school. We appreciate your support in ensuring that your child attends school on a regular basis. There is no substitute for being in class—students need to be present to hear teachers explain concepts, to participate in group projects and class discussions, and to ask questions.
Set a reasonable bedtime and make sure electronic devices are put away so there is no temptation to stay awake to read messages or play games. It will be easier to get up on time if he/she has a good night’s sleep every night.
As much as possible, please schedule doctor and dentist appointments before or after school.
Of course, if your child is ill, please keep him/her home to help them recover and to help minimize the spread of covid, flu and other viruses. Prevention messages are the same: wash hands frequently, avoid ill individuals, cover coughs and sneezes and stay home when ill.
If your student is going to be tardy or absent, please remember to call the Ridgeline Attendance Line at 360-458-1100, or email Mrs. Whited, RMS Registrar at rms_attendance@ycs.wednet.edu.
Health Room Info…
Please remember the following for medication at school:
All medication taken at school requires a signed doctor’s order and must also be signed by the parent. This includes over-the-counter medications such as aspirin, ibuprofen, cough drops, etc. Forms are available in the office and most doctor’s offices have them as well. Parents or guardians my come in to the nurse’s office and personally give medicine to the student if necessary.
If you have any questions, feel free to call the health room at 360-458-1100.
Food Service Reminders
Just a few food service reminders as we start the year.
The federal Free & Reduced Meal Applications are now available. We strongly encourage all parents/guardians to submit a Meal Application. Completing an application takes less than 10 minutes, and parents only need to complete one Meal Application.
Mark your Calendar:
September 13
"Coffee with the Principal", 7:00 a.m., room 604
September 15
First Day of Hispanic Heritage Month
September 17
Citizenship/Constitution Day
September 18
First Late Start Wednesday ~ School begins at 8:30a.m.
RMS ASB Interest Meeting
Fall Sports Photos
Watch D.O.G.S. Information Night ~ 6-7p.m., RMS Commons
September 19
Pirate Day ~ Argh... (Spirit Day / no weapons allowed)
September 20
All school Evacuation Drill to St. Columban Church
September 25
Late Start Wednesday ~ School begins at 8:30a.m.
ASB Applications Due
September 26
School Board Meeting 6pm @ District Office
September 27
RMS Fall Run/Walk
September 29
Nisqually Day
Ridgeline Middle School and YCS Employment Opportunities
If you are looking for employment with Yelm School District, please click on this link to be transferred to our Human Resources Site: JOIN OUR TEAM
Register to Vote!
We have voter registration forms in both English and Spanish in our office. It’s easy and takes just a couple of minutes. Stop by any time!
Register to vote in WA state here: Register to Vote
RIDGELINE MIDDLE SCHOOL
Office Professionals:
Kim Gosney, Principal's Secretary
Email: kimberly_gosney@ycs.wednet.edu
Melanie LaMadeleine, ASB and Athletics
Email: melanie_LaMadeleine@ycs.wednet.edu
Beckie Whited, Registrar and Attendance
Email: beckie_whited@ycs.wednet.edu
Counselors:
Melanie Keller, email: mailto:melanie_keller@ycs.wednet.edu
Stacey Jansen, email: stacey_jansen@ycs.wednet.edu
RMS Library Technician:
Marjie Hicks, Email: marjie_hicks@ycs.wednet.edu
Phone: 360.458.1100
Fax: 360.400.1256
Newsletters are always available online at www.ycs.wednet.edu/ridgeline
Email: craig_curry@ycs.wednet.edu
Website: https://ridgeline.ycs.wednet.edu/
Location: 10605 Carter St. SE Yelm, WA 98597
Phone: 360-458-1100
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