Panther Tales
February 14, 2020
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Important Policy Change – Ban on Wireless Headphones Effective 2/18/20
Please read this important communication from Principal Blackwell regarding a policy change effective 2/18/20 banning wireless headphones at Ridgeview. Thank you for being familiar with this new policy, the reasons that this policy change is being made, and parental action that will be necessary should a student break this policy.
Click HERE.
Reminder: All FCS schools & offices will be closed on Monday, Feb. 17, 2020.
IB Projects Showcase & Global Exhibition - Tuesday, March 10th - 3:15 pm to 5:15 pm
Join us for a celebration of student learning and experience international culture!
Click HERE to view invitation and to RSVP.
Scheduling 101 for Parents - Thurs, February 20th at 6 pm
Ridgeview will offer “Scheduling 101” for parents of rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders to help parents be informed about the scheduling process, course offerings including some new math and CTAE components, and how parents can give input into these processes. Last year this session was one of the most popular parent education evenings, so please plan to attend!
School Governance Council 2020 Elections
The SGC is a great way for parents and teachers to have a role in the vision and direction of Ridgeview. There are two open positions for this election cycle – an Elected Parent Member and an Elected Staff Member. Please consider running and take an more active role in our school.
Important Dates:
Candidate Declarations: February 3rd – February 24th
Elections: March 17th – March 24th
All eligible teachers and parents may now declare their candidacy by clicking the following link and completing the Candidate Declaration Form. Additional information on the election process may also be found here: https://www.fultonschools.org/Page/7358 .
Ridgeview's Got Talent! on Tuesday, February 25, at 6 pm
Ridgeview's got heart...Ridgeview's got soul...but do we have talent? We have decided to raise money for our Black History Month donation drive by hosting Ridgeview's Got Talent! on Tuesday, February 25, at 6 pm. Tickets will be sold for $5 in the morning and during lunch.
RCMS Spirit Night! Primo Hoagies Wednesday, February 26 from 4-8pm
Primo Hoagies
6115 Peachtree Dunwoody Road Suite 125
Sandy Springs, GA 30328
***10% of ALL proceeds will be donated back to RCMS
Title I Education Workshop - Georgia Milestones Awareness & Preparation - Feb. 27th at 5:30 pm
For all RCMS Families and Community Join us for
The Georgia Milestones Awareness and Preparation Workshop
Do you need to learn new skills to help your child become a better test taker and
be ready for the GMAS test?
Thursday, February 27th,
5:30pm-6:30pm
RCMS MEDIA CENTER
Hardship Transfer Deadline: Feb. 28, 2020
Hardship Transfer applications are available beginning Jan. 1 for employees/parents who wish to apply for a 2020-21 student hardship transfer or to renew a current hardship to another Fulton elementary, middle or high school. Click the following link and scroll to the bottom to access the application: https://www.fultonschools.org/studentassignment.
RCMS Spring Sports Tryout Information Is Available
Please click HERE to go to the Athletics page on our website for all the dates and details.
The Front Office is looking for volunteers to help each Friday.
There are two hour shifts available but any time you can give would be appreciated. Check out more information and sign up here - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090844aaa922a3fc1-front1.
RCMS Media Center Volunteers Needed!
Come help in the Media Center on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. There are 30 minute time slots available in the morning and afternoon. Check in with Mrs. Gunter upon arrival.
Click HERE for schedule information and to sign up.
Box Tops For Ridgeview!
Make sure you have the NEW Box Tops app on your phone! It's the all-new way to earn cash for our school—no clipping required.
Join the PTA today!
The PTA has many volunteer opportunities available.
Check out how you can help HERE.
Join the PTA today to support our purpose of connecting parents and teachers for the benefit of ALL our students. You can become a member, donate, and purchase spirit wear online at RCSstore.org.
Follow the PTA on Facebook - @RidgeviewCMSPTA . View our Facebook page HERE.
NEXT MEETING:
February 18 at 7:45 am in the RCMS Media Center
Learn About The RCMS Foundation & Join Today!
The Ridgeview Charter Middle School Foundation provides funding to support Ridgeview’s sports and music programs. These programs cannot exist without parent donations.
To join, please click HERE.
NEXT MEETING:
March 11 at 7:45 am in the RCMS Media Center
SGC (School Governance Council) Corner
Next Meeting:
March 10 at 7:30 am in the RCMS Media Center
Coming Soon To The View!
NEXT WEEK
Feb 17 Presidents' Day - School Closed
Feb 18 RCMS PTA Meeting 7:45 am
Feb 19 Black History Month Talent Show DRESS REHEARSAL
Feb 20 Scheduling 101 - For parents of rising 6th, 7th and 8th graders - 6 pm
Feb 21-22 6th Grade State-Wide Chorus
Feb 21 PBIS Store Day
Feb 21 Black History Month Assembly - 9:15 - 10:30 am
Feb 22 Linguapalooza Competition at Ridgeview - 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
COMING SOON
Feb 24 Chorus Pre-LGPE Workshop - 4:15pm
Feb 25 RCMS Avid Showcase - 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Feb 25 Black History Month Talent Show - 6:00-7:30 pm
Feb 26 RCMS Spirit Night - Primo Hoagies 4:00-8:00 pm
Feb 27 Title I Parent Education Workshop: Georgia Milestones Awareness & Preparation Workshop - 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Feb 27-28 6th Grade Statewide Honor Choir
Feb 27-29 All-State Honor Choir
Feb 29 Saturday School
Mar 5 LGPE for 7th Grade Chorus
Mar 6 LGPE for 6th and 8th grade Choruses
Mar 7 PSAT 8/9 Test - 8:00 am - 12:00 noon
Mar 10 RCMS School Governance Council Meeting - 7:30 am
Mar 11 RCMS Foundation Meeting - 7:45 am
Mar 12 Non-Uniform For Pay Day (PTA Sponsored)
Mar 13 Teacher Workday (No Students)
Mar 16 RFF Day (No Students) for RCMS and Riverwood Cluster
Click HERE for full calendar.
Ridgeview Charter Middle School
Email: woodruff@fultonschools.org
Website: www.ridgeviewcharterschool.org
Location: 5340 South Trimble Road, Sandy Springs, GA, USA
Phone: 4702547710
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgeviewCharterSchool
Twitter: @CLCRidgeview