Panther Tales
September 2, 2022

News and Opportunities
Arts CelebrationRidgeview artists Sierra Joelson, Jansen Charles, Pedro Morales-Banos and Paul Strange (not pictured) were invited to artist Ross Rossin's home on Sunday to showcase their incredible art. The evening continued as a celebration of Sandy Springs Arts Foundation’s work within the community, of which Ridgeview has been a beneficiary. | Walking ShoesOur teachers continue to lead icebreaker activities for students to get to know each other. Mrs. Chester's 6th grade class completed an activity titled "Take a Walk in My Shoes." The students chose a sneaker to decorate with their favorite colors, symbols, and words that described them. | Book Smart Ms. Barrett’s 6th graders visited the Media Center in preparation for writing their first book review of the year. Ms. Gunter gave expert advice on research and how using the media center can be helpful. |
Arts Celebration
Ridgeview artists Sierra Joelson, Jansen Charles, Pedro Morales-Banos and Paul Strange (not pictured) were invited to artist Ross Rossin's home on Sunday to showcase their incredible art. The evening continued as a celebration of Sandy Springs Arts Foundation’s work within the community, of which Ridgeview has been a beneficiary.
Walking Shoes
Our teachers continue to lead icebreaker activities for students to get to know each other. Mrs. Chester's 6th grade class completed an activity titled "Take a Walk in My Shoes." The students chose a sneaker to decorate with their favorite colors, symbols, and words that described them.
Upcoming Events
Here are some of our events at a glance. Please join us when you can!
Sept. 5: Labor Day
Sept. 6: Remote Day for students
Sept. 8: Title I Annual Meeting and in-person Open House
Sept. 13: Fall Sports Celebration
Sept. 20: Picture Day (students wear RCMS uniforms)
Oct. 6: Pantherpalooza (save the date!)
Check out our calendar for more ways to get involved.
Remote Learning Day
After the Labor Day holiday, students will have a remote learning day (no in-person school) on Tuesday, Sept. 6. Teachers will provide students asynchronous work by Friday, Sept. 2. There will not be live instruction or live class meetings.
Title I Annual Parent Meeting
Immediately before Open House on Sept. 8, all parents and families are invited to attend the Title I Annual Parent Meeting in the Media Center. Please see the graphic below for more information.

Curriculum Open House is Coming Up!
Ridgeview's Curriculum Open House will be Sept. 8. You'll have the opportunity to meet some of your student's incredible teachers and hear about what they will learn this year in their classes.

Fall Sports Celebration

Help Us Stock the Teacher's Lounge
Consider Joining PTA and Support RCMS Foundation
- Parent Teacher Association: Consider joining PTA with a range of donation levels to suit all families. These donations fund teacher grants, classroom supplies, staff gifts and recognitions, and student treats and incentives throughout the year. Please join at www.ptarcms.org.
- RCMS Foundation: Our amazing Foundation provides funding to our music and athletics programs. If your student participates in these hallmark programs, we need your support. Community partners are needed, too. Donate at https://rcmsfoundation.org.