Panther Tales
October 29, 2021
Hands On
Recently the PTA along with families and students helped us spruce up the campus including a new installation near the sign, planting flowers, pruning bushes, pressure-washing, and collecting trash!
Red Ribbon
The Student Government Association supported Red Ribbon Week with spirit dress activities and pledges to help promote drug-free lifestyles. Our student leaders and the club sponsor are to be commended for their excellent work!
Ridgeview United Activity
In COMPASS classes recently students have been working on a Ridgeview United activity to display the value of our diverse yet united student population through hand images and photos.
Welcome Ms. Prescott!
Join me in welcoming our newest staff member and second full-time band instructor. This was an outcome of advocacy with credit to our School Governance Council and Foundation. Read how we made this happen, and "meet" Ms. Prescott. Click the documents below.
Mask Optional Policy
Based upon Sandy Springs having two consecutive epidemiology reports under 100 incidents per 100,000 residents, FCS implemented a mask optional policy for students, staff, and visitors on October 27th. Notification came from "FCSS Communications." Masks are required on buses per transportation regulations.
It is important to us at Ridgeview that each student, staff, and visitor be able to attend school confident in their family's decision to wear a mask or to not wear a mask. Please speak with your child about your family's choice.
Halloween Candy & Treats Reminder
Enjoy your Halloween treats at home! Please remind students as they prepare for school on Monday that Halloween candy, baked treats, or store bought treats are not allowed without permission from administration in advance. Distributing such can pose health concerns and can carry disciplinary consequences.
Building Parent Capacity: Student Success Skills
In September we presented a Parent University class on "Student Success Skills" which is our advisory curriculum covering domains such as self-management, sense of belonging, collaborative problem solving, and more. Parents can view the curriculum and use tools for at-home contexts. Be in the know:
- Watch our initial Parent University workshop here - SSS Parent University Video (clickable)
- For a domain & home connection overview click the SSS Info Graphic (below file)
- For an overview of the skills and levels by grade view the SSS Skill Standards (clickable)
Pantherpalooza is Coming November 11th
Students won't want to miss this outdoor fun-fest right after school with games, inflatables, obstacle courses, and more. This is a Foundation fundraiser to support music & sports. All Access Tickets on sale for $25 online by clicking here or cash/check Nov. 3 & 8-10 at school.
New Uniform Hoodies - Last Chance by Nov. 1
Just in time for cooler months our PTA spirit wear store has new design hoodies available for pre-order only. Please visit http://ptarcms.org/ to order.
If Your Student Is Not Feeling Well
Always keep your student home if symptoms may be related to COVID-19 such as: Fever - Sore Throat - Congestion - Runny Nose - Chills - Cough. Parents must report to our Parent(Student) Reporting Portal and students must stay home until further notice if your student:
- Has had confirmed direct contact outside of school with a covid-positive individual
- Is awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test
- Has tested positive for COVID-19
Always send a hand-written or e-mailed attendance note when your child returns to school to our front office - pricem@fultonschools.org.
Upcoming Events
- November 11th: Pantherpalooza 4:30-7:00 p.m.
- November 15th: 1-hour Late Start
- November 16th: Prospective Parent Tour 12:45 p.m.
- November 16th: Parent University (educational) Class: Literacy Night at 5:30 p.m.
- November 22nd - 26th: Thanksgiving Break - No School
Support our RCMS Foundation Corporate Partners
Thank you for considering these partners who have generously supported our school through the RCMS Foundation Corporate Partners program. Contacting them? Tell them you heard of them through Ridgeview!
Family Martial Arts - Corporate Sponsor Deal for RCMS Families!
Quest Orthodontics
https://www.questorthodontics.com/ or 470-440-7330
Family Martial Arts
https://www.facebook.com/FamilyThatKicks/ or 404-256-4400
Battle and Brew
https://www.battleandbrew.com/ or 678-560-1500
Richard Bowers & Co. Real Estate
http://www.richardbowers.com/ or 404-816-1600
Southprop
404-252-2121
Ridgeview Charter Middle School
Email: ridgeview@fultonschools.org
Website: www.fultonschools.org/ridgeviewms
Location: 5340 South Trimble Road, Sandy Springs, GA, USA
Phone: 470-254-7710
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgeviewCharterMiddleSchool
Twitter: @RCMSPanther