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Rockburn Report
May 28, 2024
Together we SHINE
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Phones and Smart watch usage
We are noticing a significant increase of students wearing and using smart watches to school during the day. Additionally, parents and children are communicating during the school day using smart watches and phones. Use of a smartwatch and phone by an elementary school child during the day is a violation of HCPSS Policy 8080. Students should not be wearing smart watches during the school day. Any phone or watch should be placed in the student’s backpack at the beginning of the day and stay there until after dismissal. Thank you for your support. Please encourage your children to reach out to adults at school when needed.
Rockburn News
Are you moving this summer?
Please let us know!
If you are moving and your child/ren will not be attending Rockburn in the 2024-2025 school year, please reach out to Mrs. McQuaid at carol_mcquaid@hcpss.org to begin the withdrawal/transfer process as soon as possible.
Learning Together Program – Prekindergarten
Learning Together Program – Prekindergarten
*Update: LTP applications for interested families are now available in the front office. They are also available online, if you have questions or trouble accessing the resources please contact Gianna Robinette at (410) 313-5030.
The Rockburn Regional Early Childhood Center (RECC) prekindergarten programs are making preparations for classes for the upcoming 2024-25 school year. These classes include children with and without disabilities. The program’s focus is helping all children develop communication, literacy, math, problem solving, motor, and social skills. Parents of children who will be 3 or 4 by September 1st, applications will be available and accepted in mid February.
In alignment with Maryland’s Blueprint for the Future, a limited number of new applications for students turning 4 by September 1 will be available. The Howard County Public School System continues to offer a prekindergarten program for income eligible children who will be four years old by September 1. For additional information contact the school or visit: https://www.hcpss.org/schools/pre-k-programs/
HCPSS is committed to providing instruction based on the statewide Early Learning Standards which are in alignment with Kindergarten Readiness. The fees listed in the application will be collected monthly regardless of the learning model determined by HCPSS throughout the upcoming school year (virtual, hybrid, in person, or class quarantine). If you have any additional questions , please contact Gianna Robinette at (410) 313-5030 .
From our School Counselors
Classroom Lessons
We visit your child’s classroom regularly to deliver lessons. Mrs. Clark teaches lessons for kindergarten, first, second, and fourth grades, and Mrs. Braxton-Cheek teaches lessons in third and fifth grades. Here is a glance at the current lesson topics: RES Counselor Corner
From our Diversity Committee
What are your family traditions?
Here at Rockburn, we love celebrating our students and our wonderful cultural diversity. Celebrations bring us together in joy and connect us all. Please fill out this survey so we can learn more about the holidays our Rockburn families celebrate throughout the year. It's fine to leave answers blank- only fill out what applies to you. We know the best people to teach about holidays are the students and families who celebrate and practice those traditions. If you would like to help present information or would let your student present information about your celebrations, please let us know. We love learning from our amazing community!
Spirit Days
Spirit Days 2023-2024
More to come...stay tuned!
HCPSS Updates
Fill out your Family File today!
Want to know your child's teacher on August 23rd? Make sure you fill out your Family File.
It is very important that each year, every family update their Family File. Please make sure all information is correct for this school year.
Family File will ask you to update the following:
Student Information
Parent/guardian Contact Information
Emergency Contacts
Medical Information
Media Release (photo approval)
Data Confidentiality
PTA/PTSA Directory
Here is a direct link to HCPSS Connect. The Family File tab will be on the left hand side once you have logged into HCPSS Connect.
Thank you for taking the time to complete the Family File.
Dates to Remember
Important Dates to Remember
Future Dates:
May
27- Memorial Day - Schools and offices closed
June
3 - K - "Fun in the Sun" (Blacktop)
5 - School Closed 3 hours early (Prof. Work day)
6 - 4th Gr. Picnic (AM) (Pav.)
6 - 3rd Gr. Picnic (PM) (Pav.)
7 - 1st Gr. Picnic (Playground/blacktop)
10 - 2nd Gr. Picnic (Playground/blacktop)
10 - 5th Gr. Moving Up Ceremony
11 - 5th Gr. Picnic (Pav.)
11 - K-EOY Ceremony
12 - 3 Hr. Early Dismissal
13 - 3 Hr. Early Dismissal
13 - Incoming K Popsicles and Playground (1:30)
14 - 3 Hr. Early Dismissal - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!!!!!!!! :
Job Opportunities at Rockburn!
PERMANENT SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
Permanent substitute teachers cover open jobs that require substitute coverage every day that school is in session. Permanent substitutes can be used to cover staffing in general education, special education, GT, related arts; or cover for paraeducators that are out for the day. Permanent subs work from 8:10-3:25. Start date is August 28, 2023. The daily pay rate is as follows:
- Daily Pay Rate:
- Retired Substitute Teacher $169.00
- Degreed Substitute Teacher $169.00
- Non-degreed Substitute Teacher $157.00
- (must have at least 60 approved college credits)
LUNCH/RECESS MONITOR
These individuals supervise students at lunch and/or recess, under the supervision of RES administration and staff. Lunch and Recess Monitors are temporary employees and receive no benefits. Monitors work 3 hours daily (Monday-Friday, 10:50-1:50) during lunch and recess shifts. The hourly rate of pay is $15.00/hr.
If interested, please complete an application with Human Resources: https://www.applitrack.com/hcpss/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Substitute%2FTemporary+Employment&subcategory=Monitor
Application Process - Individuals applying for positions must complete all sections of the online employment application and submit a completed application before the closing date (if applicable) to be considered for the position.
Please call Rockburn Front Office if you have any questions: 410-313-5030
TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES
Are you interested in assisting students with disabilities who require direct adult supervision throughout the day? TEs work under the daily supervision of the school administration and the direction of the classroom teacher and special education staff.
We have several positions available for temporary employees (TEs). TEs work in conjunction with an outside staffing agency and are not Howard County Public School System employees. Pay at this time is $13/hour.
The following positions are currently available:
- 5 days a week, 8:50am - 3:20pm, working with students in grades K-5.
Past Rockburn Reports
April 29 - https://secure.smore.com/n/u5mwg
April 2 - https://www.smore.com/n/ye47x
Important Links
Important Links:
- Rockburn Website: RES
- School Supply List and school calendar: Supply list and calendar
- Family File: HCPSS Connect
- HCPSS Website: HCPSS
PTA Updates and News
Sports Park Night - May 31st
Get excited!! We have a lot of fun planned for Sports Park Night on Friday May 31st!
Interactive animal displays with Eco Adventures
Face painting
Bounce Obstacle course
And of course, everything the park has to offer - mini golf, batting cages, and the playground!!
Please welcome our 2024-25 PTA Executive Board
President - Sonia Chainani
Treasurer - Beth Shaw
1st Vice President - Ammilee Oliva
2nd Vice President - Carrie Palilla
Recording Secretary - Nishant Parikh
Corresponding Secretary - Garima Paul
Free Bundle Membership Raffle
The Rockburn PTA would like to announce our Free Bundle Membership raffle for PTA volunteers. Each time you volunteer for a PTA sponsored event during the 2023-24 school year, your name will be entered into a raffle for a free bundle membership (or PTA membership at another school) for the 2024-25 school year.
Please become a PTA Member!
Your PTA contribution and membership helps fund many programs throughout the year such as Cultural Arts assemblies, Family Involvement events, Fall Festival, Holiday Shop, Bingo Night, Sports Park Night, 5th grade Signature shirts, School gifts, Staff Appreciation, and enhancements to our recess and PE programs. All parents are welcome to join the PTA and attend PTA meetings.
You can pay your annual membership dues online via our MemberHub store. You can also make a direct donation to the PTA here.
Rockburn ES PTA Store – https://tinyurl.com/joinrockburnpta
You can also download the membership form and mail it to the school (Attn: PTA Treasurer). The school address is 6145 Montgomery Rd, Elkridge, MD 21075. You can also send it in with your child and have them give it to their teacher.
Community News
For news and updates from our community, please click here: HCPSS Community News and Programs
Rockburn Elementary
Location: 6145 Montgomery Road, Elkridge, MD, USA
Phone: 410-313-5030
Twitter: @hcpss_res