RMS Knightly News
Week of January 16, 2023
Hello RMS Knights and Families
January's Honor the Castle theme is "Starting 2nd Semester Strong". This week’s Mindset Monday Message for the week of January 16th, states, “Success is the sum of small efforts, Repeated day in and day out.”
Click Here for this week's Mindset Monday Message.
Email: huston.julian@fraserk12.org
Website: https://www.fraser.k12.mi.us/RMSHome
Location: 33500 Garfield Road, Fraser, MI, USA
Phone: 586-439-7400
Twitter: @HustonLJulian
Fraser Public Schools encourage all of our Fraser Families to take advantage of the day off of school to learn more about the legacy of Dr. King. The Interfaith Center for Racial Justice is hosting an event in Mt. Clemens, which you learn more about here. Additionally, Little Guide Detroit has compiled a list of activities and events available in our area.
January is School Board Appreciation Month
Mr. Scott Wallace, President
Mr. Todd Koch, Vice President
Mrs. Robyn Norbeck, Treasurer
Mrs. Linda Corbat, Secretary
Mr. Dan Stawinski, Trustee
Ms. Abigail Wasil, Trustee
Ms. Kathleen Moco, Trustee
CTE Expo - 8th Grade
Our 8th grade Knights will have the opportunity to learn more about the Career Tech Education (CTE) classes at Fraser High School.
The CTE Expo at Fraser High School will take place on Wednesday, January 18, Thursday, January 19th, Wednesday January 25th, and Thursday, January 26th. Students will go over to FHS with RMS staff.
These opportunities are being provided to better support our students when they complete Fraser High School scheduling, which takes place in February. More information will be shared in the coming weeks regarding high school scheduling and preparation.
If you would like for your child to OPT OUT of this opportunity to attend Fraser High School, please complete the following form by Tuesday, January 17th by 7:30am. You do not need to do anything if you are allowing your child to attend these dates.
Opt out of CTE visit to FHS on Jan. 18, Jan. 19, Jan. 25, and Jan. 26.
Only complete if you do not want your 8th grade knight to attend.
1st Semester Report Cards Access
Report cards for Richards Middle School and Fraser High School are available to view in your PowerSchool Parent Portal account. In order to view the report card, login to PowerSchool using this link: https://ps.fraser.misd.net/public/home.html
You will need a Parent Portal account in order to view the report cards. If you do not have an account set up at this time, a separate email was sent at the end of the first week in January from Mrs. Kristin Ledford with the access ID needed to create one. Click HERE for the instructions to set up your account.
We will not be mailing report cards for students in grades 7-12.
*Note: At this time, we are aware that the absences on the report cards are not calculating correctly. When this issue is resolved, the updated report cards will be uploaded to PowerSchool portal.
MacBook Reminders
These violations include:
- Installing a Virtual Private Network (VPN) which blocks the established District Filters
- Installing a gaming browser
- Downloading any applications, games or websites without building/district permission
- Playing games during instruction periods
- Leaving MacBooks in hallways or on lockers unattended.
Lost or Damaged Fees
- First offense - $50
- Second offense - $100 and student device may become opt-out and student is unable to bring device home.
- Third offense - $1100 and student will dock MacBook unless explicitly needed for assignment.
As a reminder, we have clear backpacks for sale in the main office and school store for $5.
22-23 Yearbook Information
To order your 22-23 Yearbook CLICK HERE.
For more information about adding your own photos or purchasing 8th grade ads, CLICK HERE.
The Knight Shift
The Knight Shift after-school homework club (designated Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:05pm-4:00pm in the media center)
The Knight Shift -“The time period after a long day of work to organize, to prepare, and to be ready for success!”
We are fortunate to have members of our student leadership groups from RMS and FHS to assist students who attend the Knight Shift with their assignments and projects.
All Noble Knights are invited to attend the Knight Shift…If they have:
- Homework assignment(s) to complete- Individual tables area
- A group project needs to be worked on - Collaboration stations area
- A quiet location to read - Flexible seating area
Available dates from 3:05pm - 4:00pm in January
Tuesday, January 17th
Thursday, January 19th
Tuesday, January 24th
Thursday, January 26th
Tuesday, January 31st
The Knight Shift will be located in the Media Center and is a time and place for students to come and spend an additional hour on getting their work done or silently reading. Students will have access to a quiet space, internet, devices, and resources that may assist them with their work.
This time is monitored by Mr. Julian or Mrs. Skladanowski. Upon arrival - students will sign-in and will record what they are working on.
Remember, this is not a time to play games on iPads/phones or to come and socialize without working (working on a project with group members is encouraged). Off task students will be removed and will be unable to attend for the remainder of the session.
Knights interested in staying after-school on those designated Tuesday(s) and Thursday(s) must be in the Media Center by 3:05pm and should plan on staying until 3:55pm. All students who stay after-school would need a ride home as late buses are not available.
Outside Food and Beverage Policy
Outside food delivery is a safety concern. We do not want to have strangers and people that we do not know coming to our buildings with delivery bags. It also is a workload issue for office personnel. Managing multiple food deliveries during lunchtime becomes an additional responsibility for our office staff.
The District works hard to provide a variety of healthy, good-tasting food in its cafeterias, and students are always free to bring their own lunch to school. We will continue to follow our past practice of making sure students receive lunch if they forget to bring one from home.
Recognizing our Nov. and Dec. Students of the Month
Be Nice Group meeting to make a positive impact
Illustrating a landscape zentangle
Peer to Peer Group setting their one word focus for 2023
Utilizing strategies to meet math learning targets
Cell organelles displayed
Device Care
RMS Clubs and Activities
RMS Dance Club (7th and 8th grade)
Meeting Day: Monday
Location: Room 155
Time: 3:00-4:00pm
Sponsor: Ms. Lombardo
Practice is Mondays; Performances are Thursdays
Meeting Dates:
Jan. 23
Jan. 26 - Performance (Boys Bball)
Jan. 30
Feb. 13, 27
Mar. 13, 20, 27
Mar. 30 - Performance (Girls Bball)
Club Guidelines:
- Attend weekly practice
- Stay off the citizenship list
- Wear dance/gym clothes and shoes
- Change after school - practice starts at 3:00 sharp
- Bring your backpack, coat, etc. no going to lockers after
- Help move choir room chairs at the start and end of practice
- Arrange your own ride home at 4:00pm
- Our goal is to perform halftime at 1 boys and 1 girls basketball games
HOSA
Next Meeting Day: TBD
Location: RMS Room 139
Time: 3:00-4:00pm
Sponsor: Mrs. Garman BSN, RN, MA, RMA (AMT) at FHS
HOSA -Future Health Professionals is a national organization for students who are enrolled in health science education classes and/or are interested in careers in the health professions.
Fraser HOSA members are expected to:
- Be Active!!!
- Participate in business and other meetings
- Serve on committees
- Participate in community service projects
- Participate in fundraising efforts
- Pay dues each year
Green Team
Next Meeting Day: January 18
Location: Media Center
Time: 3:00-4:00pm
Sponsor: Mrs. Descamps
The first Green Team meeting will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 18. For those who have sjgned up to join, please meet Mrs. Descamps in the Media Center from 3:00-4:00. We will discuss and learn about ways to help RMS be green! ♻️ If you have not signed up, but would like to attend, please reach out to Mrs. Descamps (Room 239).
RMS Athletics
RMS Boys Basketball
7th Grade games start at 3:30pm, 8th Grade games start at 5:00pm
- January 17 - vs Romeo Middle School (Romeo 2) (H)
- January 19 - vs Anchor Bay Middle School South (A)
- January 26 - vs Romeo Middle School (Romeo 1) (H)
Student departure time from RMS for away games is 2:30pm.
RMS Competitive Cheer Team
- January 21- at Lake Shore HS, Lakeshore Invitational
RMS Girls Basketball Tryouts
All girls interested in trying out for the 7th and 8th grade Girls MS Basketball Teams – tryouts are scheduled to begin Monday January, 23rd.
If you are interested in trying out, please sign up using the link below.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdicvVPbI9LP_1mtScibJfEIOg3dTPAYX31BE6mQfAc378U2Q/viewform
Tryouts are scheduled for
Date: Monday, Jan. 23rd
7th Grade: 3:00-4:30 pm
8th Grade: 4:30-6:00 pm
Date: Thursday, Jan. 26th
7th Grade: 6:00-7:30 pm
8th Grade: 7:00-8:30 pm
Date: Friday, Jan 27th
7th Grade: 3:00-4:30 pm
8th Grade: 4:30-6:00 pm
Location: Richards Middle School gym
7th Head Coach: Michael Cunningham
Email: Michael.cunningham@fraserk12.org
8th Grade Coach: Carm Bambrick
Email: Carmelita.bambrick@fraserk12.org
REQUIREMENTS TO ATTEND TRYOUTS
1. All students interested in trying out for a winter sports team must hand in a completely filled out 2022-23 MHSAA Physical Form, or have one on file with the Athletic Department (dated after April 15, 2022) prior to participating. If a physical being handed in by the student is not completely filled out (missing signatures/required spaces left blank), student will be held out of participating in tryouts until the physical is returned, completely filled out on both sides, to the Athletic Department or coach. See below for a copy of the physical form.
MHSAA Physical Form:
https://www.fraser.k12.mi.us/cms/lib/MI02212020/Centricity/Domain/81/Sports%20Physical%20Form.pdf
2. Prior to trying out, all students must have completed the on line FamilyID registration. You will fill out the form for the sport and level you are planning on trying out for. If this on line registration is not completed, the student will be held out of participation until it is completed. Click the link below for instructions to register on FamilyID.
FamilyID Instructions:
RMS Family Reg Instructions 2022-23.docx
If you have any questions, please contact the Athletic Director, Shane Redshaw at shane.redshaw@fraserk12.org or Athletic Secretary, Deborah Rinehart at Deborah.rinehart@fraserk12.org
Shane Redshaw
Director of Athletics
Fraser Public Schools
586.439.7253
AS A REMINDER, OUR STUDENTS MUST FOLLOW THE BELOW CRITERIA TO ATTEND OUR ATHLETIC EVENTS.
To provide the most effective process for entering and exiting Richards Middle School, we need our families consistent help in observing the below traffic expectations:
- Our RMS bus loop is only to be used by emergency vehicles and our district’s school buses between the hours of 7:15 am through 4:00 pm.
- To help with our daily traffic flow, please follow our painted traffic arrows in our parking lot.
- In supporting our traffic flow for entering and exiting for all vehicles, please observe no standing, parking, waiting and stopping in the parking lot aisle ways.
- When exiting Richards Middle School at dismissal time, please utilize either our RMS Garfield exit, FHS Garfield exit or FHS Klein exit.
Please be aware of students, families and guests who are walking in our parking lots by obeying traffic laws, regulating your speed, and following the traffic direction arrows. Images can be found below. Please no parking or standing where you see a red x.
Our district security personnel will communicate these expectations to our families when needed. Thank you for your support with keeping RMS a safe travel area for everyone on campus.
PLEASE BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR ADDITIONAL SIGNS ALONG THE DROP OFF LANE TO HELP DIRECT TRAFFIC FLOW!
Dress Code Expectations
- Shorts/Dresses/Skirts must be longer than the students fingertip length with students' arms by their side.
- Undergarments, chest and midriffs must be covered and students are not permitted to wear spaghetti straps, muscle shirts with armpits visible, etc.
- No sagging of the pants or shorts
- No graphic, see-through or inappropriate saying on clothing (sexual comments, drugs, violence, etc.)
- No pajama wear - lounge pants, flannel pants, boxer shorts, slippers (shoes without hard soles) *unless permitted by a school function.
- No hats, bandanas/scarves (unless worn to support hair appropriately), and/or hoods up during the school day.
Important Dates
Monday, January 16 - No School/Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Wednesday, February 1 - Early Release, 12:30 Dismissal
Wednesday, February 1 - 8th grade Family Night at FHS
Wednesday, February 8 - Count Day
February 20 and 21 - Mid Winter Break
Change of Address Information
If you have recently moved, please complete the following form to update your address and upload the files needed for update: https://form.jotform.com/211594973642161
Office Information
Attendance Line: (586) 439-7490 24 hour voicemail
Attendance/Counseling Office: (586) 439-7462
Attendance Office Hours: 7:15am - 3:15pm
Main Office Hours: 7:15am - 3:15pm
Main Office: (586) 439-7400 Fax: (586) 439-7461
***Please know we are always happy to meet with families,
however, we may not always be available when parents/families pop in. Please
set up an appointment HERE.