The Storm Report
March 21, 2022
RIDGELINE MIDDLE SCHOOL
Craig Curry, Principal
Anthony Quichocho,
Assistant Principal & Athletic Director
10605 Carter St. SE
PO Box 476
Yelm, WA 98597
Phone: 360-458-1100 Fax: 360-400-1256
Successful ~ Trustworthy ~ Organized ~ Respectful ~ Motivated
RMS NEWS AND NOTES
End of Term 3 - Record's Day - Friday, March 25 (Half Day)
Wednesday, March 30, Thursday , March 31, and Friday, April 1, 2022
**These are each half days—Student school day ends at 10:30 a.m.**
- Spring Break ~ No School ~ April 4 - 8, 2022
CONFERENCE SCHEDULING IS OPEN IN SKYWARD!
Spring Conferences are Wednesday, March 30, Thursday , March 31, and Friday, April 1, 2022
Conferences will be virtual by Zoom meetings and will be scheduled directly through Skyward. Parents will sign up in Skyward for 15-minute blocks (10 minutes for each conference, 5 minutes for transition) with each teacher of your choice.
We ask that parents prioritize 3 classes for which they most want to attend a conference and schedule those 3 conferences first. Parents may choose to attend more or less than 3, but first schedule with the 3 teachers with whom you most want to meet. If there are additional openings you can attend, then schedule with other teachers as needed. If you are unable to attend, or there are no available meeting times with the teacher you would like to meet with, then please email that teacher directly to set up a time after Spring break.
We ask that your meeting with each teacher be a maximum of 10 minutes. During this time, teachers will share current progress, positive observations about your child, and areas for growth and improvement. It will also be a time for you to ask questions and provide information about your child that may help teachers to further build strong student-teacher connections and relationships. If you are in need of a meeting longer than 10 minutes with a specific teacher, counselors will be available to schedule that meeting at a later date. If you would like to set up a meeting with your student's counselor, please email or call to set up an appointment. See contact information for counselors below:
- Ms. Keller (student last name A-Li) 360-400-0916, email: melanie_keller@ycs.wednet.edu
- Ms. Jansen (student last name Ll-Z) 360-400-0914, email: stacey_jansen@ycs.wednet.edu
Be sure you know your Skyward login and password. If you need help retrieving this information, please contact the front office at 360-458-1100.
We encourage all parents to bring their children to conference Zoom meetings, as having students present makes conferences more productive.
Conference scheduling will close on Wednesday, March 30, 8:00 a.m. If a conference time needs to be changed, added or re-scheduled, please email that teacher individually.
After meeting with teachers at conferences, you will be directed to links to complete a parent survey on your conference and school experience.
We look forward to seeing parents and students on March 30, 31, and April 1, 2022.
All Ridgeline students Grades 6, 7 and 8 are eligible to try out. Spring registration is due by April 10..
To Register - Set up an online account:
- Go to www.registermyathlete.com
- Click Login
- Click Create an Account (You only need ONE account, even if you have children in more than one high school and/or junior high; Do Not create another account if you have used RMA in the past)
- Fill in personal account information (this should be the Parent’s personal information)
- You will be using the site as a Parent
- Click Submit
After you have an account:
- Login
- Under the Parents header (Blue), Click the button labeled “Click here to
start/complete athlete registrations“. (the first time you log in you will be asked to agree to terms and conditions) - Click Start/Complete a Registration (upper left hand corner of the page)
- Click Start a New Registration - this is where you will enter all of your Athlete’s information
- Click on the red bars to complete all requirements
- Click NEED HELP? On the left side of the screen for help
Each athlete MUST have a current physical to participate. NO EXCEPTIONS!
A copy of the physical form can be printed by clicking on the link below.
Physicals must be turned in to the ASB office
BEFORE athletes can be cleared to participate.
This year, Physicals are valid for 24 months from the date of the appointment. Next year it will return to the standard 13 months valid from the date of the appointment.
It is the athlete's responsibility to be aware of the expiration date of his or her physical.
Yelm Community Schools does not endorse any physician or medical group, but provides this information only to help better serve our families.
Please submit registrations in advance. Athletic clearance requires at least 24 hours.
PLEASE NOTE: Incomplete registrations cannot be accepted.
2022-2023 Student Transfers
Key Dates for 2022-2023 Student Transfer Requests to attend Yelm Community Schools
FIRST ROUND - February 1 to March 15, 2022
Applications received by March 15 will be given first priority and will be notified of the district decision by April 30. New applications may be subject to a wait list and should register at their resident school until a decision is made.
SECOND ROUND - March 16 to May 31, 2022
Applications received by May 31 will be given second priority and notified of the district decision by June 30. New applications may be subject to a wait list and should register at their resident school until a decision is made.
After June 1, 2022 through the First Day of School
Applications received after May 31 will be considered in August on a case-by-case basis and may have to wait until actual enrollment counts in September before receiving notification.
Mark your Calendar....
Spirit Week!!! (March 21-25)
Monday March 21
- Comfy Casual
- Tutu or Twin
- Hat Day
- Heroes vs. Villains
- Flannel Friday
March 25
- End of Term 3 - Early Release Day
March 30
- Spring Sports Begin Today
March 30 - April 1
- Student Led Conferences - Early Release Days
YCS Employment Opportunities
PARENTS: Opt in for Text Messages - Text YES to 67587
Thank you to our school-community business partners!
We want express our gratitude for the continued support from our wonderful school and community business partners. This support has played a key role in the success of our students and makes such a difference in their lives.
WE APPRECIATE YOU SO MUCH!
RIDGELINE MIDDLE SCHOOL
Office Professionals:
Carli Byrer, ASB and Athletics
Kim Gosney, Principal's Secretary
Beckie Whited, Registrar and Attendance
Counselors:
Melanie Keller, (Students with last name beginning A-Li)
Stacey Jansen, (Students with last name beginning Ll-Z)
RMS Tech Help Desk/Library Technician:
Marjie Hicks, Email: marjie_hicks@ycs.wednet.edu
Phone: 360.458.1100
Fax: 360.400.1256
Newsletters are always available online at www.ycs.wednet.edu/ridgelineidgeline
Email: craig_curry@ycs.wednet.edu
Website: www.ycs.wednet.edu/rms
Location: 10605 Carter St. SE Yelm, WA 98597
Phone: 360-458-1100
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YCSnews
Twitter: @Ridgeline_MS
Nondiscrimination Statement
Yelm Community Schools does not discriminate in any programs, activities or employment opportunities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights: Julie Mondry, 360-458-1900, julie_mondry@ycs.wednet.edu; Title IX Coordinator: Lisa Cadero-Smith, 360-458-6120, lisa_cadero-smith@ycs.wednet.edu; and 504 Coordinator: Shannon Powell, 360-458-6124, shannon_powell@ycs.wednet.edu. Address: 107 First St N, PO Box 476, Yelm, WA 98597.