Ranger News
May 16, 2021
From the Principal
Ranger Patrons,
All things beyond our control considered, it has been a great year at RPIMS! With two weeks left in the school year, it is time to put a focus on completing this grading term in strong fashion. Students must submit work that they are wishing to have considered for their 4th term grade record by 11:59pm Tuesday, May 25. Students and caregivers are asked to contact teachers directly with questions or concerns regarding outstanding assignments. I will be advertising to students all week long that THIS IS THE WEEK to knuckle down and finish outstanding work instead of waiting until the last day that it can be accepted.
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The plan for the 21-22 school year is to engage students in daily, live instruction (no more black/gold days are planned for next year). In addition to students being in-person 5 days a week for next school year, families can apply for K-8 Virtual or 9-12 Online. Applications for the 21-22 school year are now available at the links below. Please note there will be a limited capacity for the amount of students that will be enrolled in each program.
Warren ONLINE / VIRTUAL Enrollment Application - English
Formulario de inscripción en línea / virtual de Warren - Español
If you have questions, you may contact one of the following administrators:
- K-4 VIRTUAL Programing - Mr. Greg Butler (317-532-3950)
- 5-8 VIRTUAL Programing - Mrs. Carey Storm, Creston (317-532-6800), Dr. John Kleine, Raymond Park (317-532-8900), Mr. Jason Smith, Stonybrook (317-532-8800)
- 9-12 ONLINE Programing - Mrs. Masimba Taylor (317-532-2996)
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Summer break is a great time for students to take a break from the daily rigors of school and for families to spend time together. It can also be a good time for students to continue to stay connected to learning with the completion of summer learning activities. MSD Warren Township is offering Warren families in grades K-4, 5-8, and incoming 9th guidance for summer learning. Warren is also offering summer school to students to students currently in grades K-8. Information on these summer opportunities and many more can be found below in this newsletter.
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Pandemic safety continues to be a priority at RP. Marion County and Raymond Park Covid numbers look good, but this is no time to let down our pandemic guard! RP will continue to follow the SAFE Reopening Plan for the remainder of the school year to better ensure everyone's during the pandemic. Students are reminded that face masks and social distancing are required. Frequent handwashing and sanitizing will also be scheduled into the daily schedule. All MSD of Warren Township staff and students should wear face masks unless an extenuating circumstance exists and a face shield is needed. School administrators may approve the use of a face shield in these cases.
Students should not attend school if they are close contacts to a positive Covid case, are awaiting results of a Covid test or exhibit two or more of the following: ● A fever of 100.0° F or greater ● Cough ● Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing ● Sore throat ● Fatigue ● Chills ● Muscle or body aches ● Headache ● Congestion or runny nose ● Nausea or vomiting ● Diarrhea ● New loss of taste or smell.
Thank you, caregivers for your support of our students in finishing the school year in strong fashion. Please reach out with questions or concerns to a grade level counselor, grade level administrator or through response to the email carrying this newsletter with questions or concerns. Grade level counselor and administrator contact information may be found at the bottom of this newsletter.
Proud to be a Ranger
John Kleine, EdD
Principal
End of Year Calendar Adjustment
(Grade 8) Preparing for High School: Accelerate to 9th Grade!
Preparing your student for high school is an important aspect of the summer before 9th grade! MSD of Warren Township is offering a free opportunity for students to earn credits and start their high school journey off right!
Learn more 5-8 At-Home Summer Learning Parent/Caregiver Guide
Summer Reading Program 2021
This library has starting distributing information about our Summer Reading Program for 2021. We have a reading program for all ages, from birth through adult. Information about how to sign up is included on the attached flyer. I have included the flyer in English, Spanish and French for you to distribute however works for your school. We do have the flyer available in a few other languages, so if you need it on another language please ask and I will see if we have it available.
2021-2022 K-8 Virtual / 9-12 Online Learning Program
MSD of Warren Township will continue to offer a virtual learning option for the 2021-2022 school year. Enrollment in the 2021-2022 K-8 Virtual / 9-12 Online Learning Program is limited to a select number of students, and an application is required. Families who wish to participate are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
To learn more about our 2021-2022 K-8 Virtual / 9-12 Online Learning Program and how to apply, click here.
(K-4) 2021 At-Home Summer Learning Parent/Caregiver Guide
At-Home Summer Learning resources, which are familiar to your student, are now available to encourage students to engage in learning activities to enhance their skills for next school year, all summer long!
(5-8) 2021 At-Home Summer Learning Parent/Caregiver Guide
(5-8) 2021 At-Home Summer Learning Parent/Caregiver Guide
At-Home Summer Learning resources are now available! Encourage your child to engage in learning activities to enhance their skills for next school year, all summer long!
Asante Art Institute (Grades 5-12)
Asante Art Institute FREE Performing Arts opportunity for youth ages 6-12
May I see your ID please? Every person, every time, for the safety of all.
May I see your ID please?
Every person, every time, for the safety of all.
Please see the Raptor visitor management FAQ"S below for more information.
Summer School K-8
Spots are filling quickly! Grades K-5 are full and closed for enrollment. Grades 6-8 still have limited spots available! To reserve your spot, click here!
Did you know that students may already register/enroll for school next year?
24 hour Attendance hot line 317-532-8900-press 1
Just a reminder that our attendance line remains active. Please call 317-532-8900 and press “1” for the attendance line any time your student will miss part or all of any virtual or live instruction school day for a doctors appointment, illness, funeral or any other reason.
Doctors notes can be brought to the school, emailed to Ms Thompson at sthompso6@warren.k12.in.us or faxed to 317-532-8999.
RP Athletic Safety Guidelines
Guidelines for Winter Events at Raymond Park (revised 11/16/20)
- Admission will be limited to parents and guardians only.
- Tickets will go on sale on site 45 minutes before the start time of the event.
- No admittance will be permitted after halftime of the 8th grade game.
- Tickets will be $5 per person, cash only.
- Face coverings are REQUIRED for all spectators.
- Face coverings are recommended for all coaches and players while on the bench.
- Locker rooms and hand sanitizer will be available.
- Storage totes will be available for players to keep their masks in while playing.
- Players must bring their own water bottles.
- Families may sit together but must use 6 feet of social distancing from other family units.
- Avoid congregating near concessions and bathrooms.
- Concessions will be provided utilizing guidelines from the ISDH and MCPHD.
**Please note, all guidelines listed above follow the direction provided by the MCPHD, IHSAA, and NFHS**
2020-2021 RPI&MS Car rider procedures
Raymond Park PTSA
RP PTSA membership signups will be accepted ONLY through our online square website.
To join, please click on the PTA button below or go to raymond-park-ptsa.square.site and select the membership option that works for you.
Contact Us
Dr. John Kleine - Principal
Dr. Leondra Radford - 5th Grade Dean
Mrs. Adrienne Mathews - 5th Grade Counselor
Mrs. Jina Simmons - 6th Grade Assistant Principal
Mr. Andrew McAulay - 6th Grade Counselor
Ms. Amy Piskoty - 7th Grade Dean
Ms. Katie Piatt - 7th Grade Counselor
Mr. Bill Halpin -8th Grade Dean
Mrs. Irish Parish -8th Grade Counselor
Lisa Stewart - Nurse
Website: https://raymondpark.warren.k12.in.us/
Location: 8575 East Raymond Street, Indianapolis, IN, USA
Phone: 317-532-8900
Twitter: @RangerPrincipal