Panther Tales
January 22, 2021
PAWS-itively Ridgeview
Analyzing Genetic Traits
Congratulations Eduardo
Drumming Away in Band
School Governance Council (SGC) Elections Are Coming Soon
This year, we will elect two new parent representatives and one teacher representative. If you aren't familiar with School Governance Council or would like to learn more, visit the School Governance Council page on the Ridgeview website or contact any member of the current council. Here are some key dates to keep in mind.
- Candidate Declaration Window: 2/3 – 2/26/2021
- Get to know the Candidates: 2/27 – 3/16/2021
- SGC Voting Period: 3/17 – 3/24/2021
Please look for more information in future Panther Tales.
Recording of Community Meeting
School / Yearbook Pictures and Virtual Selfie Options
We need a picture of each student for the yearbook. School pictures through Strawbridge Studios provides families the option to purchase school-year portraits of their children.
School / Yearbook Pictures for In-person Students
- February 2nd during students' connections classes
- Wear uniforms (no hoodies, please, they don't look good in photos)
- Later Strawbridge will send home a preview packet to each family. Details for purchase will be included. You return them to the school if you don't want to purchase.
School / Yearbook Pictures for Remote Virtual Students Option 1
- From 8:00-9:40 on February 2nd, virtual students may come to Ridgeview to have their picture taken by Strawbridge Photographers.
- Students can enter at the front door, and parents can wait in the car.
- We will have a special camera set up to accommodate virtual students during this window of time.
- The same information above for the In-person students applies.
School / Yearbook Pictures for Remote Virtual Students Option 2
- Upload a virtual selfie in school uniform by February 12th using the guidelines below, and we'll be able to use it in the yearbook.
- No need to come to school to have your picture taken!
- Virtual Selfie Upload Instructions - English and Spanish
Parent University: Family Educational Math Night
Black History Month Activities
We have fun and educational experiences for our students to engage in to celebrate the immense contributions that African Americans have made to our society.
- 2nd Annual Ridgeview’s Got Talent! This year’s auditions will take place virtually via Microsoft Teams. Students will receive a link to sign up for auditions in homeroom classes. Auditions will be held on Tuesday 1/26 and Thursday 1/28 starting at 4:30 PM.
- Community Outreach: During the month of February, we will be collecting assorted toiletries to donate to families in need. Please stay tuned for more information on how to donate items!
- Black History Trivia: Each day students will get the opportunity to win prizes by responding to trivia questions in MS Forms.
- Black Excellence Week: Our final week will feature various themed days aimed to promote cultural diversity and appreciation.
Gifted Education Month T-shirt Design Contest
We Need Cleaning Wipes
Upcoming Events
- January 28th: RCMS Parent University: Virtual Family Math Night
- February 1st - 5th: National Professional School Counselor Week
- February 2nd: School Picture Day (Students Wear Uniforms)
- February 4th: English Language Learner Parent Night Meeting on Teams 6:00 p.m.
- February 12th: Teacher Work day - No School for Students
- February 16th: President's Day Holiday - No School
- February 23rd: Virtual PTA General Meeting at 7:00 p.m.
Ridgeview Charter Middle School
Email: ridgeview@fultonschools.org
Website: www.fultonschools.org/ridgeviewms
Location: 5340 South Trimble Road, Sandy Springs, GA, USA
Phone: 470-254-7710
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgeviewCharterMiddleSchool
Twitter: @RCMSPanther