Rose Hill Monthly Newsletter
December 2021
Contact Information
760 Rosehill Rd
Office: 614-367-2380
Fax: 614-367-2386
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Happy Holidays from Rose Hill!
Mustang Families,
And just like that, we are in December. Wow! We are almost 1/2 the way through the school year. Shortly after we return from winter break we will begin preparing for the 100th day of school! 100 days? I just can't believe how fast this year is flying by!
During this month, many of our families will begin shopping, baking and getting ready for the holidays that they celebrate. While these things are happening outside of school, our Mustangs will still be working really hard in the classroom. This month, our students will be taking the Winter MAP assessment which will measure their overall academic growth since the Fall. We ask that you please encourage our students to stay focused and committed to finishing out the first half of the year strong.
Looking for a few gift ideas, especially ones that donโt cost a lot of money? This holiday season give your child and family the gift of time. Relax at a park for a day and have a picnic. Take a nature walk at a local preserve. Visit the local library. Enjoy a meal together as a family. Have a night in with the family and play a favorite board game. The most important things in life are family and friends, so this holiday season try to spend quality time with both. The time you spend with them does not have to be at a theme park or fancy resort!! It can be reading a book together, playing board games, decorating cookies, or telling stories together. This is the time to provide your child with the memories he/she will never forget. The holiday season is all about giving, and the quality time you spend together can be better than anything wrapped up in a bow under the tree.
As I reflect on the many things that 2021 has brought me, one of the best gifts was becoming the building leader at Rose Hill. It has been an amazing and rewarding experience thus far. I am truly fortunate to be a part of a wonderful group of teachers, students and families. To all of our Mustang families, have a wonderful winter break and a happy new year!
Christmas On the Town
Saturday, Dec 4, 2021, 11:00 AM
Reynoldsburg, OH, USA
Reynoldsburg Tree Lighting
Saturday, Dec 4, 2021, 04:00 PM
Reynoldsburg Seniors Citizens Center, Davidson Drive, Reynoldsburg, OH, USA
Rose Hill Holiday Drive Thru
Saturday, Dec 11, 2021, 12:00 PM
Rose Hill Elementary School, Rosehill Road, Reynoldsburg, OH, USA
2021 Winter Weather Information
Dear Raider Families,
We are fast approaching the time of the year when snow, ice and extreme cold may cause disruptions to our school schedule. We wanted to share information about what factors determine a โcalamity day,โ where school is canceled or delayed. We also wanted to share the various ways you will be notified of school closures.
What is a Calamity Day?
A calamity day is defined as: a school closure determined by the Superintendent for inclement weather or other public disastrous event. A calamity day is considered a non-instructional day. RCSโs Central Office will remain open during calamity days unless otherwise noted.
Monitoring Weather Conditions:
We closely monitor the weather forecast and have provided helpful links on our website (www.reyn.org) for snow and extremely cold temperatures throughout the winter months. We also maintain communication with the local road crews and police, and drive neighborhoods.
When assessing the safety of the morning commute, our focus is on school transportation. Are the temperatures and wind chills causing a frost-bite risk for children waiting 15-30 minutes at school bus stops (generally about -15 to -20 degrees wind chill)? Can school bus drivers navigate their routes with proper traction and visibility? Is the timing of the weather event such that city crews will not have time to plow or treat main roads?
Closures vs. Delays
Whenever possible, the decision to close or delay school will be made the previous evening. However, announcements may be made as late as 6:00 a.m. depending on a variety of factors.
When Reynoldsburg City Schools CLOSE:
- All evening activities in the elementary and middle school buildings are cancelled.
- High school evening activities may take place depending on the weather throughout the day. Communication regarding such events will be made by relevant coaches or advisors.
- Preschool is cancelled.
- Transportation to Eastland-Fairfield Career Center is not provided.
- Community groups scheduled to use school facilities (e.g., Park and Rec, Scouts, etc.) will have their events cancelled.
When the Reynoldsburg City Schools DELAY:
- AM kindergarten is cancelled.
- AM preschool is cancelled.
- Eastland-Fairfield Career Center morning bus runs are cancelled.
Parents, you know your children best. If you are concerned for your children's safety getting to and from school or activities, we respect your right to keep them home.
Communication Tools
When the decision to declare a calamity day is made, we use multiple avenues to communicate. As technology is not always fool-proof, we rely on several messaging channels to alert the community of any schedule changes. Those channels include:
- Notifying local television and radio stations
- Posting on social media: Instagram (@ReynSchools), Twitter (@ReynSchools), Facebook (@reynschools)
- Updating the website (www.reyn.org) and the REYN App
- Sending emails, texts and phone calls to families
If you are not sure if the correct contact information is in our system for you to be notified, please call your building secretary. In addition, check your email spam folders for any emails that do not go to your inbox.
Sincerely,
Dr. Melvin J. Brown
Superintendent
Reynoldsburg City Schools
Please Mask Up!
Important Dates
December 11 - Rose Hill Holiday Drive-Through
December 16 - Last Day of school for students
December 17 - Last day of the second quarter
December 20-31 - Winter Break
January 3- First Day of School after Winter Break
January 17 - No School (Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day)
February 4 -No School (PD Day)
February 21 - No School (Presidents Day)
Little Caesars Pizza Fundraiser Winners
Veterans Day
OSU vs Michigan Food Drive
Rose Hill Arrival Process
We kindly ask for parents not to drop off any students before 7:50 am as they will be unsupervised until 7:50 am, when the doors open.
The Tardy bell is at 8:10. If your child arrives after that time, you must sign him/her in.
Rose Hill Dismissal - Updated Concerns
There have been concerns from families in our Rose Hill neighborhood that parents are blocking driveways when picking up students from the back path. Please show courtesy and consideration to our Rose Hill neighbors when picking up your student from the neighborhood.
If there is a change to the end of the day dismissal process for your child, we ask that it be submitted in writing. There will be no changes to the end of day process after 2 pm.
Covid- 19 - Monitoring Symptoms
Monitoring of Symptoms
Reynoldsburg City Schools School Nurses will take a primary role in letting students and staff know when they need to stay home due to symptoms of COVID-19.
We ask that all families monitor symptoms and keep students home until they are asymptomatic. Symptoms of COVID-19 include:
โ Fever or chills
โ Cough
โ Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
โ Fatigue
โ Muscle or body aches
โ Headache
โ Loss of taste or smell
โ Sore throat
โ Congestion or runny nose
โ Nausea or vomiting
โ Diarrhea
โ Repeated shaking with chills
Anyone one with symptoms or a fever over 100-degrees Fahrenheit should stay home.
***Students must be symptom free WITHOUT the use of medication for 24 hours to return to school. ***
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Questions or Concerns
- Reynoldsburg School's Website
- Rose Hill Elementary School's Website
- Technology Support on Parent University
- The District's most recent Renew, Recharge, Restart Plan
- You are always welcome to call Rose Hill's office at 614.367.2380