Panther Tales
January 31, 2020
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Scheduling 101 for Parents - Thurs, February 20th at 6 pm
Ridgeview will offer “Scheduling 101” for parents of rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders to help parents be informed about the scheduling process, course offerings including some new math and CTAE components, and how parents can give input into these processes. Last year this session was one of the most popular parent education evenings, so please plan to attend!
School Governance Council 2020 Elections - Coming Soon
The SGC is a great way for parents and teachers to have a role in the vision and direction of Ridgeview. Please consider running for one of the following open positions for the 2020 SGC elections: 1 Elected Parent Member and 1 Elected Staff Member
Important Dates:
Candidate Declarations: February 3rd – February 24th
Elections: March 17th – March 24th
Interested but need more information? Please refer to the Fulton County School Governance site for more information: https://www.fultonschools.org/Page/7358 .
Ridgeview Charter Middle School Music Department Showcase - February 12th - 7-8:30pm - Byers Theater at City Springs
We couldn’t be more excited for the first ever Ridgeview Music Department Showcase! All three of Ridgeview’s music departments – Band, Chorus, and Orchestra – will perform select pieces for a wonderful evening to celebrate the strong music tradition at RCMS.
Entrance is free and the theater will fill up quickly! There is limited seating capacity (the auditorium seats 1,100) and a large number of performers (350), so there is only enough room for each family to bring a total of three attendees (excluding performers). (Those needing more than three seats are advised to reach out to friends who they know may need only one or two seats.) No tickets will be issued for this event. Doors will open at 6:30 and seating will be done on a first-come first-serve basis.
This event is being planned and funded by the Foundation. Although entry is free, we’re asking families who have not yet joined the RCS Foundation to make a donation of $10 per attendee to help offset costs.
If you have questions, please reach out to one of our music directors.
Seeking Families to Support our Inaugural Global Exhibition after the IB Showcase on March 10th.
RCMS plans to hold its Inaugural Global Exhibition this year after the IB Showcase. It will be March 10th from 4:15-5:15pm in the Gym. We are looking for families to participate and share their heritage and country of origin. Exhibitions will include an informational display piece (poster board or tri-fold) and either a food sample or craft/activity.
If you are interested in participating please complete this form (link below). Our first planning meeting will be February 5th at 9am in the Media Center. Contact Caroline Donohue (carolinedonohue@me.com) with questions.
RCMS Spring Sports Tryout Information Is Available
Please click HERE to go to the Athletics page on our website for all the dates and details.
Scoliosis Screening will take place on Thursday, Feb. 13 for 6th and 8th grade students.
Order Your 8th Grade Ad Now! Deadline is February 14th
Questions? Please contact Ms. Kosloski in the media center.
Not sure if you ordered your yearbook? Please check with Ms. Kosloski first before placing an order.
Ridgeview's Got Talent! on Tuesday, February 25, at 6 pm
Ridgeview's got heart...Ridgeview's got soul...but do we have talent? We have decided to raise money for our Black History Month donation drive by hosting Ridgeview's Got Talent! on Tuesday, February 25, at 6 pm. Tickets will be sold for $5 in the morning and during lunch.
Calendar Changes for 2020 (Reminder)
A reminder that RCMS will not have school on the following days due to local/state elections: March 24, April 21 and May 19.
March 24 remains a teacher work day (no student digital learning).
April 21 and May 19 are teacher work days/student digital learning days.
With Ridgeview being an elections polling location, our School Governance Council (SGC) could not use the request for flexibility (RFF) process to revert those days to traditional school days.
The Front Office is looking for volunteers to help each Friday.
There are two hour shifts available but any time you can give would be appreciated. Check out more information and sign up here - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090844aaa922a3fc1-front1.
RCMS Media Center Volunteers Needed!
Come help in the Media Center on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. There are 30 minute time slots available in the morning and afternoon. Check in with Mrs. Gunter upon arrival.
Click HERE for schedule information and to sign up.
Box Tops For Ridgeview!
Make sure you have the NEW Box Tops app on your phone! It's the all-new way to earn cash for our school—no clipping required.
6th Grade
7th Grade
In 7th grade ELA, students are working on analyzing how events within an information text interact with one another eventually completing an AVID WICOR strategy to demonstrate understanding on these concepts called “One Pagers.” Social Studies is studying African History completing a Document Based Question analysis on imperialism, Math is studying proportions and rations, and Science is studying the theory of evolution of living organisms.
8th Grade
Join the PTA today!
The PTA has many volunteer opportunities available.
Check out how you can help HERE.
Join the PTA today to support our purpose of connecting parents and teachers for the benefit of ALL our students. You can become a member, donate, and purchase spirit wear online at RCSstore.org.
Follow the PTA on Facebook - @RidgeviewCMSPTA . View our Facebook page HERE.
NEXT MEETING:
Feb 18 at 7:45 am in the RCMS Media Center
Learn About The RCMS Foundation & Join Today!
The Ridgeview Charter Middle School Foundation provides funding to support Ridgeview’s sports and music programs. These programs cannot exist without parent donations.
To join, please click HERE.
NEXT MEETING:
Feb 12 at 7:45 am in the RCMS Media Center
SGC (School Governance Council) Corner
In an effort to bring a broader awareness to our school’s Strategic Plan, the SGC Communication & Outreach Committee met with the key parent organizations, Foundation and PTA, to share the great things happening at RCMS and how each one supports the plan. For more information on the Strategic Plan, please click here. The SGC welcomes you to attend our monthly meetings to learn more. (See SGC page on RCMS website for meeting dates.)
Next Meeting:
Feb 11 at 7:30 am in the RCMS Media Center
Coming Soon To The View!
NEXT WEEK
Feb 3-7 National School Counselor's Week
Feb 7 College T-Shirt Day
COMING SOON
Feb 11 RCMS School Governance Council Meeting - 7:30 am
Feb 11 Black History Month Talent Show REHEARSAL
Feb 12 RCMS Foundation Meeting - 7:45 am
Feb 12 RCMS Music Department Showcase at City Springs - 7:00 pm
Feb 13 Scoliosis Screening - 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Feb 17 Presidents' Day (Inclement Weather Day) - School Closed
Feb 18 RCMS PTA Meeting 7:45 am
Feb 19 Black History Month Talent Show DRESS REHEARSAL
Feb 20 Scheduling 101 - For parents of rising 6th, 7th and 8th graders - 6 pm
Feb 21-22 6th Grade State-Wide Chorus
Feb 21 PBIS Store Day
Feb 21 Black History Month Assembly - 9:15 - 10:30 am
Feb 22 Linguapalooza Competition at Ridgeview - 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Feb 24 Chorus Pre-LGPE Workshop - 4:15pm
Feb 25 RCMS Avid Showcase - 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Feb 25 Black History Month Talent Show - 6:00-7:30 pm
Feb 27 Title I Parent Education Workshop - 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Feb 27-28 6th Grade Statewide Honor Choir
Feb 27-29 All-State Honor Choir
Feb 29 Saturday School
Click HERE for full calendar.
Ridgeview Charter Middle School
Email: woodruff@fultonschools.org
Website: www.ridgeviewcharterschool.org
Location: 5340 South Trimble Road, Sandy Springs, GA, USA
Phone: 4702547710
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgeviewCharterSchool
Twitter: @CLCRidgeview