Bulldog Bulletin
ROYAL OAK MIDDLE SCHOOL
Friday, June 2, 2023
What's New in this Bulletin?
2. A BIG thank you so all those who have donated to our *secret* book fair fund! This fund is NOT disclosed to students and will be used to buy those who would like a book, but didn't bring any money. A student from last year came up to me when she saw the posters and said, "Remember when I was crying because I forgot my money at home and you let me buy a book last year?" I have NO memory of this, but it was because of the families who donated to my classroom fund that the kiddo walked away tear-free and with a book.
If you would still like to donate, click HERE. Funds will only be used for book purchases and will be discreetly communicated to students in need.
3. From a ROMS Parent:
If you are interested in providing a year end digital gift card to any ROMS staff, please check out this Gift Crowd option. Gift Crowd is being offered as an easy and virtual way for families to show appreciation to our ROMS Staff. The deadline for joining gifts is 06/16/2023 at 12:00PM, Click here to access the ROMS Staff Gifting Page. Thank you!
4. 8th Grade Families!
Photos needed for 8th grade slideshow! Please add any photos to the google drive below. Any photos from their 6th-8th grade years welcomed. Clubs, sports, connectors, online school, school ID picture, DC trip, etc. Teachers are encouraged to submit photos as well!
Slide show will be shown to students on the last day of school 6/15 after the 8th grade breakfast. A slideshow link will be emailed to 8th grade families. **Deadline for photos June11th**
5. Attention 8th Grade Parents - If you'd like to volunteer for the 8th Grade Raven Ready Party, please use this SIGN UP GENIUS to do so.
Email Kate Chambers with questions: katherine.chambers@royaloakschools.org
6. Immunizations – all students new to the district and/or entering 7th grade will need to be current on vaccines to attend school. One dose of Tdap and one dose of Meningococcal Conjugate (MenACWY) is required along with any other past incomplete vaccines. We encourage making these appointments prior to the 2023/2024 school year. Waivers can be issued by contacting the Oakland County Health Division and are issued on a yearly basis.
7. Updates on the ROMS Pollinator Garden. Work done by our NJAHS Club!
- We are now a National Wildlife Federation Certified Wildlife Habitat!
- We are a Homegrown National Park Native Plant Habitat! (The link requires that you enter the school's address to see our marker.)
- We are officially on the Pollinator Pathway!
- We are also a Monarch Waystation! Just waiting to get our sign and certificate shipped!
8. Information on a FREE outreach program out of Beverly Hills.
9. End-of-the-Year Locker Clean Out Schedule for students. Please note: No backpacks or locker usage will be available on the last day of school, June 15.
10. ROMS Spirit Week for June 5-9
11. June Edition of the Bulldog Times!
Reminder: 8th Grade Celebration Information Here!
Reminder: The OS STEMi will once again be located at ROMS June 5-9. Our 6th grade math classes will be scheduled to visit it during that week. We will also offer visits to various other groups during open hours! Very excited about this opportunity for our students.
Reminder: Volunteers Needed!
8th Grade Celebration preparation volunteers needed!
Student Chair set up for the morning of 6/14. If any 8th grade families volunteer to help set up for the celebration that morning, you'll even have the opportunity to stake your own spot for the event that evening!
Also Goody Bag stuffing on 6/12!
Sign up at the link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094BACAB2FA3FA7-8thgrade
Reminder: Information on a 4-day Summer Camp for 8th Grade Students through Oakland Schools Technical Campuses (OSTC)!
OSTC has an awesome opportunity for our current 8th grade students. If they are interested in a 4 day Summer Experience (last week of June) at OSTC, please check out this link!!
https://www.oscheck tconline.com/southeast/student-summer-experiences
They still have spots available but will soon fill-up!
Reminder: PTSA Dues Increase Information Here!
Item Drop Off Reminder
BLESSINGS IN A BACKPACK
“Blessings in a Backpack” is a program designed to provide students on the free and reduced lunch program with enough food for three meals a day during the weekends. This program, administered by the Community Foundation of Greater Rochester, is active in Royal Oak Schools. If you agree to take part in this program during the school year, your child will receive a bag filled with food for the weekend. The simple meals may include food like macaroni and cheese, beef ravioli, canned fruit, granola bars, soups, juice and other items. Students will receive a bag every week.
If you would like to have your child participate in this program, please fill out this form. Be sure to indicate if you child has any food allergies. If your child has a food allergy, you as the parent are responsible for checking all food labels when the food arrives home. Royal Oak Schools, as well as Blessings in a Backpack, will not be held responsible for any accidental food allergen exposure.
ECF Chromebooks
Parent(s)/Guardian(s) can complete the ECF Chromebook Request Form in order to get a Chromebook for a student. Please make sure to read the request/commitment form carefully. Chromebooks will be delivered to ROMS toward the end of each week.
Resources and Links
- Canvas Access Instructions
- Dr. Kim’s Corner: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
- Special Education Department Website
OK2SAY Reporting
>>Call 8-555-OK2SAY (855-565-2729)
>>Text to 652729 (OK2SAY)
>>Email OK2SAY (OK2SAY@mi.gov)
>>Visit the website (https://www.michigan.gov/ok2say)
Royal Oak Middle School
Email: kristin.meldrum@royaloakschools.org
Website: https://www.royaloakschools.org/our-schools/royal-oak-middle-school/
Location: 709 North Washington Avenue, Royal Oak, MI, USA
Phone: (248) 541-7100
Twitter: @krimeldrum