RHS/RMS Newsletter
Winter 2024
Dear Parents
It’s hard to believe it is almost February! It has been a fairly mild 2024 so far and spring is right around the corner! This newsletter is a way to keep you informed of all the most up to date information and future events. Please check our school website
(http://www.rittman.k12.oh.us/) for more information.
Don’t hesitate to contact the school should you have any questions.
Sincerely,
RHS/RMS Administration
RHS 330-927-7140
RMS 333-927-7100
P.I. Renewal Levy
On March 19, 2024, the Rittman Exempted School District will have a P.I. RENEWAL levy on the ballot. There are NO NEW TAXES associated with this levy. Permanent improvement funds are used for capital improvement projects, maintenance and repairs of school property. For example, these funds can be used to purchase busses, technology, heating and air conditioning systems, or other facility upgrades. Should you have any questions about the renewal levy, please contact the board office.
Parent Teacher Conferences
Parent/Teacher conferences for Rittman MS-HS are scheduled for Thursday, February 15th 2:45– 8pm. In an effort to continue our focus on health and safety in our schools and communities we are going to offer different options for our parent teacher conference format to allow for virtual, phone conferences, or scheduled face to face appointments. We will make all efforts to meet with any parent who would like a conference with teachers. Please fill out the form below if you would like to schedule a conference with teachers so we can start to get a schedule together. If you request a conference we will contact you with details of how and when the conference will take place. **if you have more than one child at the MS-HS please submit multiple forms**
Click HERE to request a conference. The link will close at the end of the day on Friday, February 9th. If you would like to request a conference after that date, please call the MS or HS office.
Calamity Days
As of January 25th, Rittman has used two calamity day. No makeup days are required at this time. As a reminder, in the event makeup days are needed (after 5 calamity days), February 19th, April 1-5, June 3-6 will be scheduled (in that order). Additional days as needed.
Call Off Procedures for Inclement Weather
The district will continue to use our parent notification tool this school year called Blackboard Connect. This system will allow the district to rapidly notify every parent via telephone in cases of emergency and or school closing /delays. Please make sure to keep your Final Forms contact information updated with each school, as this information will be used within this system.
Interims/Report Cards
Students with Character
Congratulations to our RHS/RMS Students who were nominated by Rittman staff members to be our Students with Character for the 1st two grading periods! To view complete list please click HERE.
Teen Institute and Aultman Ambassadors are teaming up to promote KINDNESS during the month of February with a variety of activities for students.
Ohio Computer Based Testing
All Ohio computer based testing will take place between April 16 — May 10th. Below is a chart describing which tests your son/daughter may take based on their grade level. Grade 12 testing will also include any MAKEUP TESTING IF NECESSARY. Please keep in mind that if your child is accelerated then they may be taking a different test than those in their grade level.
Senior News
Just a few more months and you will be graduating! Time is flying by!! Here are a few items you need to be sure you take care of….
1. Senior Picture for the Yearbook
-Submit one pose for the yearbook. This shot may be full body, in a uniform etc….
No hats, no animals.
SENIOR PICTURES ARE DUE TO Mrs. Leatherman by Thursday, February 29th.
**Pictures may be emailed or a hard copy may be sent in to school to be scanned then returned. Please email pictures to rhsyearbk@gmail.com
2. Parent Baby Letters
- A section will be dedicated to the seniors featuring messages from the senior parents accompanied by a memorable picture of the student. This is just a BRIEF way for you to wish your graduate well and let them know how proud of them you are. If you wish to participate, the cost will be $10.00 for 1/4 to 1/3 page. Checks should be made out to Rittman High School.
- You need not worry about the size of the picture, as we will enlarge, crop, or reduce it to fit. Please send in your child’s baby photo and typewritten or printed message to the above address by May 1,2024. This message and picture will be kept confidential until the publication of the book. The pictures will be returned, barring any unforeseen mishaps, when the book comes out in the fall. If you wish to email a picture and message, you can send it to ritt_leather@tccsa.net. Please keep your message to 50 words or less.
3. Then and Now Photos
Then and Now photos are due by May 1. Turn in old pictures of you and your classmates. During the last of school we will take the NOW photos to show how much you have all changed over the years!! You can email me photos or you can bring in the photos and I can scan and return them. If you have a picture that the setting is outside of school and you want to do the NOW photo yourselves…that is great…just get me both of the pics!
4. Senior Distinctions
We will be doing Senior Distinctions in April after Spring Break! Seniors should be sure to check their email often....details about Distinctions will be sent out in April!
5. Cap and Gowns
Seniors should have either ordered or notified the office of borrowing cap/gown for graduation ceremony on Saturday 25 at 1:00pm. Delivery of orders will be made to RHS when they arrive. The WCSCC will arrange another delivery date. All orders must be paid in full to Josten's before delivery can be made.
6. School Fees
Outstanding school fees need to be paid prior to May 3rd to participate in graduation ceremony.
Cold or Flu?
Respiratory infections, such as the flu and common colds (colds), are spread when people come in close contact with sick people, inhale airborne droplets, or come in contact with contaminated surfaces. Flu and cold symptoms can sometimes be difficult to tell them apart, but consider the below chart.
If symptoms persist or worsen, make an appointment with your healthcare provider to be evaluated. The flu can be serious for children of all ages, causing them to miss school, and activities or even be hospitalized.
We take the health of our students seriously and work very hard to keep these viruses from spreading. We regularly clean frequently touched areas such as door knobs, stair rails, telephones, computer keyboards, and bathroom faucets and fixtures.
Important information about preventing the flu can be found at these websites
https://odh.ohio.gov/know-our-programs/seasonal-influenza/prevent-the-flu http://www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/children.htm
If you have any questions, please contact the school nurse, Liza Meehl RN BSN, at 330-927-7462. Together we can have a healthy school year!
Stay Updated on RHS/RMS School Info
Upcoming RHS/RMS Events
RHS Valentine's Dance
Saturday February 10
Sunday February 11
Parent Teacher Conferences
Thursday February 15th, 2:45-8:00pm
NO SCHOOL
Friday February 16th and Monday February 19th
Tri-County Solo & Ensemble
Saturday February 24th, at Dalton, 8:30am
ACT Testing/Juniors
Tuesday February 27th at RHS
Wayne County Festival of Choirs
Monday March 4, at Smithville, 7:30pm
All Bands Concert
Tuesday March 5th, at RHS, 7pm
End of 3rd Grading Period
Thursday March 14th
No School
Friday March 15 Teacher In-Service
Junior/Senior Prom (April 27th) Ticket Sales
March 18 - March 28 (no ticket sales after the 28th)
Spring Break
Monday March 29 - Friday April 5, School Resumes on Tuesday April 9(students will be excused on Monday April 8 for the Eclipse Event)