Magnet News
September 23, 2021
Homecoming starts Monday w/ RCHSHomecoming Week at RCHS will be the week of September 27th. Students are encouraged to participate in each of the Homecoming Spirit Days: Monday 9/27: Character/Superhero Day Tuesday 9/28: Teacher/Student Lookalike Day Wednesday 9/29: Twin Day Thursday 9/30: Throwback Thursday Friday 10/1: Bulldog Spirit Day Saturday 10/2: Homecoming Dance | 10th Grade Family Meeting Tonight All 10th grade families are requested to make plans to join us for a virtual Family-Student meeting tonight Thursday, September 23rd. Teachers, Counselors, and Administrators will be presenting key information on curriculum and strategies for success. Families should log in together using their student's laptop if possible to minimize technology concerns when transitioning to different breakout rooms. Click here to join the meeting tonight Thursday, September 23rd at 6pm! | Monday, October 4th will be live, synchronous virtual learning Please note that our upcoming virtual learning days on October 4th and October 5th will include two different formats. On Monday, October 4th, students will meet with each of their A day classes live via Teams using the schedule below share further down in this newsletter. On Tuesday, October 5th students will complete asynchronous lessons that their B day teachers post on itsLearning as teachers will be participating in professional learning all day. All assignments must be submitted by no later than Sunday, October 10th at 11:59pm for student attendance to be counted as present. |
Homecoming starts Monday w/ RCHS
Homecoming Week at RCHS will be the week of September 27th. Students are encouraged to participate in each of the Homecoming Spirit Days:
Monday 9/27: Character/Superhero Day
Tuesday 9/28: Teacher/Student Lookalike Day
Wednesday 9/29: Twin Day
Thursday 9/30: Throwback Thursday
Friday 10/1: Bulldog Spirit Day
Saturday 10/2: Homecoming Dance
10th Grade Family Meeting Tonight
Monday, October 4th will be live, synchronous virtual learning
On Tuesday, October 5th students will complete asynchronous lessons that their B day teachers post on itsLearning as teachers will be participating in professional learning all day. All assignments must be submitted by no later than Sunday, October 10th at 11:59pm for student attendance to be counted as present.

Sign up to run or sponsor Monster Dash!
The Rockdale Magnet School Monster Dash is a 5k that raises funds for our school, promotes community fellowship and encourages fitness for our students. Register today at this Monster Dash link!
This year the Monster Dash will be an in-person event with a virtual component as well. Participants can complete the run in-person on Friday, October 29 at the RCHS stadium track.starting at 6:00pm. They may also run virtually at any time they choose from October 29th until October 31st.
Don't miss Student Council's Monster Dash Promo Video available at this link!



You're Invited to the RCPS Parent Academy Virtual Event!
Rockdale County Public Schools is pleased to present our 20th Parent Academy. This virtual event will be held, Saturday, September 25, 2021.
The event is free and there will be door prizes. For more information please visit our website www.rockdaleschools.org/parentacademy
Or just click below to register for Parent Academy
Next week's College Visits!
All grade levels are encouraged to attend sessions for colleges that they are interested in learning more about throughout the semester. 10th-12th grade students, please register for these upcoming college visits through your Naviance Account!
Monday, September 27th- University of Kentucky
Tuesday, September 28th- Lehigh University
Thursday, September 30th- Penn State University
Unless otherwise noted all sessions are designed as "Lunch & Learn". Students who need to first purchase their lunch at RCHS can receive a pass from Dr. Williams or Mrs. Baskett to come back to the Learning Commons to attend.
Magnet Events- Save the Dates!
- 10th Grade Family-Student Workshop- Thursday, September 23
- Synchronous Virtual Learning Day- Monday, October 4th
- Asynchronous Independent Learning Day- Tuesday, October 5th
- Fall Break- October 6th-8th
- PSAT Test for 9th-11th Grades- Wednesday, October 13th
- 11th Grade Family-Student Workshop- Thursday, October 14
- Cape Day Celebration for Children's Healthcare- Friday, October 16th
- National Chemistry Week- October 17th- 21st
- Red Ribbon Week- October 24th-28th
- Monster Dash 5K Race- Friday, October 29
Key Parent & Guardian Information

Submitting Excuse Notes
Excuse notes should be submitted within 3 days of your student’s return to school.
Excuse notes can be brought to Magnet’s front office or submitted online at https://forms.office.com/r/GpVB3RFTXq.
A narrated video review of key attendance information can be found at this Attendance Video link.
Free COVID-19 Testing
Starting September 13, 2021, KDOW COVID-19 Testing will take place at 954 North Main Street, Conyers, GA 30012 during Monday-Thursday, 12 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
September 27-30 954 North Main Street (12 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.)
(No KDOW COVID-19 testing during Fall Independent Learning Days and Fall Break, October 4-8.)
October 11-14 954 North Main Street (12 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.)
October 18-21 954 North Main Street (12 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.)
October 25-28 954 North Main Street (12 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.).
For all the details including the full schedule of dates, times and locations, please visit our website at www.rockdaleschools.org/covid19testing
School Wide Expectations
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.