Dear RHS Families,

You are cordially invited to attend the first of two Renton High School Parent-Teacher Conferences scheduled for Thursday, October 13, from 4:00 – 5:00 pm. and 5:30– 7:50 pm. The conference will be held in person in the RHS gymnasium at the PE building across the courtyard.

A parent-teacher conference is a brief meeting designed to discuss your student's progress at school and find solutions to academic or behavioral problems if those are present. These conferences supplement the information conveyed by the mid-term grades. While conferences can take place without the presence of the students whose progress is being discussed, I will strongly suggest that they also be present as their inclusion increases the productivity of the meetings. Please bring them to the school with you if your schedule allows it.

You may confer with any or all of your student’s teachers on a “first come, first served” basis. Please limit meetings to five to six minutes per teacher to accommodate as many families as possible. Additionally, The Counseling Department will send families emails that include your student’s grades if your student is not passing their courses. If you receive this email, kindly try to attend the conference. Families can also access student progress through Skyward.

Visit https://www.rentonschools.us/learning-and-teaching/student-information-services/skyward-family-access for more information.

If you (or someone you know) require an interpreter for conferencing and cannot bring someone to assist with the language, please be aware that we designated staff that will be able to assist in translation for Somali, Spanish, and Vietnamese if needed.

Finally, if you are unable to attend, do not hesitate to email teachers and counselors if you have any questions after you review your student’s grades. All our teachers have dedicated virtual “office hours” that families can join via appointments.

Please plan to join us at our Parent Conference Night on Thursday, October 13th. You will also enjoy appetizers, compliments from RHS, and the Essence of Renton, our culinary club. Your attendance, support, and cooperation are very much appreciated! This evening is also an opportunity to meet with the Admin team, the counselors, and other non-teaching staff.

Warmly,

Dr. Giovanna San Martin, RHS Principal

Last week, the incorrect date for Parent Conferences was shared in our Week-at-a-Glance. The correct date for Parent-Teacher Conferences is THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13. We apologize for the miscommunication.

Wednesday, October 12 - PSAT testing

Thursday, October 13 - Parent-Teacher Conferences

Friday, October 14 - Advisory Day

Monday, October 10 - JV Football @ Renton Memorial Stadium (5:30 PM)

Monday, October 10 - Volleyball @ Renton High (5:15 PM JV, 7:00 PM Varsity)

Tuesday, October 11 - Girls Soccer @ Renton Memorial Stadium (7:30 PM)

Tuesday, October 11 - Boys Golf @ Foster Golf Links (3:00 PM)

Tuesday, October 11 - Girls Swimming @ Clover Park High School (3:30 PM)

Tuesday, October 11 - Boys Tennis @ Renton High (3:30 PM)

Wednesday, October 12 - Volleyball @ Tyee (5:15 PM JV, 7:00 PM Varsity)

Wednesday, October 12 - Cross Country @ Evergreen (3:30 PM)

Thursday, October 13 - Girls Soccer @ Valley Ridge Park (3:30 PM

Thursday, October 13 - Football @ Renton Memorial Stadium (7:00 PM)

Thursday, October 13 - Girls Swimming @ Lindbergh High School (3:30 PM)

Thursday, October 13 - Boys Tennis @ Foster High School (3:30 PM)

Renton High School will be offering the PSAT to all 10th and 11th graders free of charge on Wednesday, October 12. The school day will be adjust for this testing with the following bell schedule:

7:20 – 11:25 – Testing window

11:25 – 11:55 – Lunch

12:00 – 12:20 – Period 1

12:25 – 12:45 – Period 2

12:50 – 1:13 – Period 3

1:18 – 1:38 – Period 4

1:43 – 2:03 – Period 5

10th and 11th grade students should report to the gym for testing. If you would like to opt your student out of testing, please email Ms. Buchan at jessica.buchan@rentonschools.us. Please include your student's name and grade level in the message.

9th grade students will go to their advisory class during the testing time. During this time, they will work on their High School and Beyond Plan, learn more about Renton High School, and participate in lessons on Social and Emotional Learning,

12th grade students will go to their advisory class at the start of testing time. During this time, they will work on their High School and Beyond Plan, learn about financial management from a guest speaker, learn about graduation logistics, and take their Senior Class Picture. Students are encouraged to dress in spirit gear for this picture opportunity!

The Alajawan Brown Foundation invites you to their annual coat giveaway on Saturday, October 8. Coats will be given out from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM or while supplies last. The location is the Sheriff's Office Storefront in Skyway: 12629 Renton Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98178

Renton School District has partnered with local medical providers to provide important vaccines for school aged children. All vaccines are free to all but if you have an insurance card, please bring your card along to your visit.

https://www.rentonschools.us/learning-and-teaching/health-and-safety-updates/vaccine-clinics