Magnet News
August 6, 2021
Welcome Back!
It has been wonderful to have our students with us for the first A and B days of the school year. Thank you everyone for working together to make it a great start to school. We continue the celebration with our first full week of classes and a great week of programming planned by Student Council. Please see our Back to School Week (BTSW) Newsletter below for more info!
The Magnet News will be your primary source for Magnet announcements throughout the year. Each issue will be emailed to students and parents. It is also posted on our school's website, twitter and Facebook page. Today's edition has lots of great information via text and embedded videos, so please review it together as a family.
Thanks for your support this school year!
Mrs. Baskett
Facebook: facebook.com/RockdaleMagnet
Twitter: @RockdaleMagent
A Peek Inside our 1st Days Back!
Student Council kicks off Back to School Week 2021 Monday! Watch the newsletter video below for more information about this awesome Magnet Tradition!
Meet the Team Magnet Faculty
Family-Student Handbook
Please review the handbook together for important information on contact information, events, procedures, and more. Students who have not yet returned their signature page should turn it in to their science teacher by Thursday, August 12th.
Follow the RCPS Dress Code
VIRTUAL Family-Student Meeting for Seniors this Thursday!
Our College Planning meeting will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams this Thursday, August 12th from 6-7:30pm. Join us via this Meeting Link at 6pm. We ask that every student and at least one adult from each family attend. We are excited to jump start the college application process together!
Save the Dates!
- 12th Grade Family-Student Workshop- Thursday, August 12
- Panda Express Spirit Night for Fund – Tuesday, August 17
- 12th grade College Readiness Retreat- Friday, August 27
- 9th grade Transition to High School Meeting- Thursday, September 2
- 11 Acts of Kindness Day @ RMSST- Friday, September 10
- Magnet Fund Drive In Move Night – Friday, September 10
- 10th Grade Family-Student Workshop- Thursday, September 23
- 11th Grade Family-Student Workshop- Thursday, October 14
Health & Safety Information
Wearing masks, frequent hand washing, and social distance are 3 key mitigation measures to keep our Magnet Family safe. Remember, Magnet keeps Magnet safe! Let's support one another as we implement new routines for safety.
Masks
-Masks are required for all staff and students.
-Masks include non-medical and medical grade disposable face masks and cloth face coverings (over the nose and mouth).
-Masks shall be worn in the classroom and all common areas such as hallways, restrooms, and buses. Lunch is the only approved time when masks can be removed while a student is eating.
-Full face shields are optional but cannot be used in place of a mask.
-Students and staff will provide their own face coverings and face shields that adhere to the district’s dress code. If students arrive at school without a mask then one will be given to them.
Personal Health
-Parents must monitor the health of their children and keep sick children at home.
-Staff must monitor their own health and stay home when sick.
-Students and staff who test positive for COVID-19 (symptomatic or asymptomatic) must remain at home for the length of time recommended by the Public Health Department. Please contact our school’s primary contact tracer, Mrs. Amanda Baskett, should you test positive or show symptoms.
-Clinic Aides are trained to identify the symptoms of COVID-19 and will immediately isolate students with these symptoms. Parents will be required to pick up sick children immediately from school. In the event a parent cannot be reached, the emergency contact for the student will be called.
Hand washing & Sanitizer Stations
-Sanitizer stations will be placed throughout the building to encourage students to sanitize their hands upon entry.
-Hand sanitizing and proper hand hygiene will be discussed on a regular basis via morning announcements and classroom activities.
-Signage will be posted throughout the building to remind students and staff of proper hand hygiene.
Free COVID-19 Testing
August 9 Salem High School (2 p.m. - 5 p.m.).
August 11 Salem High School (2 p.m. - 5 p.m.).
August 16 Rockdale County High School (2 p.m. - 5 p.m.).
August 23 Rockdale County High School (2 p.m. - 5 p.m.).
August 30 Heritage High School (2 p.m. - 5 p.m.).
September 8 Heritage High School (2 p.m. - 5 p.m.)
For all the details including the full schedule of dates, times and locations, please visit our website at www.rockdaleschools.org/covid19testing
Register for Kids Doc on Wheels
Parents, please remember to enroll in Kids Doc on Wheels through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. In the Parent Portal you select TODAY on the left side bar, then under Documents Need Attention you will see the enrollment form. By enrolling now, you will be able to access telehealth and on-site services when you need them.
PBIS School Wide Rules with RCHS
Be Responsible
Be On time
Be Ready to Learn
Rockdale Magnet School Mission
The mission of RMSST, a specialized research-focused learning community, is to foster and produce students who think ethically, critically, and independently while excelling in competitive academic environments and demonstrating high standards and expectations.
Rockdale Magnet School for Science and Technology
Email: abaskett@rockdale.k12.ga.us
Website: rockdalemagnetschool.com
Location: 930 Rowland Road Northeast, Conyers, GA, USA
Phone: 770-483-8737
Facebook: facebook.com/RockdaleMagnet
Twitter: @RockdaleMagnet