Rose Tree Elementary Weekly Update

Rose Tree Elementary

Back To School Night

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

Parents and guardians are invited to join us for Back-to-School Night and meet their child’s teacher. Teachers will share classroom expectations, routines, and an overview of the year ahead.

We will offer two classroom presentation sessions, allowing families to choose the time that works best for them and giving those with multiple children the opportunity to visit more than one classroom.

Our specialists will also be available in the library from 6:00-7:25 p.m. We encourage you to stop by, say hello, and learn more about the programs and support available to our students.

We look forward to welcoming you to Rose Tree Elementary!

This is an adult-only event, no students or younger siblings

PLEASE NOTE YOU ONLY NEED TO ATTEND ONE SESSION PER STUDENT

Please see the schedule below:

5:40 - 5:55 - District Progress Report Presentation

Rose Tree Elementary Cafeteria

6:00 pm - 6:25: Classroom Presentation

Kindergarten

First Grade

Second Grade

Third Grade

6:30 - 6:55 Classroom Presentation

Fourth Grade

Fifth Grade

Repeat Presentations

6:30 -6:55 Classroom Presentation

Kindergarten

First Grade

7:00 7:25 Classroom Presentation

Second Grade

Third Grade

Fourth Grade

Fifth Grade

6:00 pm - 7:25 pm: Meet our Specialists in the Library

Students at Rose Tree Elementary (2nd -5th grades we will add first grade later in the school year) have the opportunity to purchase a snack during Snack Day each week. A variety of snack options may be available, including fresh fruits and vegetables, baked chips, whole-grain crackers, cookies, frozen treats, and other student favorites. All snacks offered through the Food Service Department meet applicable USDA Smart Snacks in School nutrition standards.

Students may purchase one snack per week on Snack Day. Snacks are optional purchases and are separate from the complete school lunch. Families are encouraged to discuss snack purchasing preferences with their child.

SNACK DAY WILL START ON WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23RD

School hours for the 2025-2026 school year are as follows:

Grades 1-5

Student Arrival: 8:40 - 8:50 AM (Note: School Day starts at 8:50 AM)

Student Dismissal: 3:30 PM

AM Kindergarten

Student Arrival: 8:40 - 8:50 AM (Note: School Day starts at 8:50 AM)

Student Dismissal: 11:25 AM

PM Kindergarten

Student arrival: 12:55 PM (Note: School Day starts at 12:55 PM)

Student Dismissal: 3:30 PM

Welcome back! It’s been wonderful seeing all your children this week!

Parents and caregivers are reminded to check their children for ticks if they have been playing outside. The American Academy of Pediatrics has advice on how to prevent and remove ticks, as well as symptoms to watch out for following a tick bite. Ticks found on students during the school day will be sent home with an information sheet. Feel free to call the nurse's office with any questions.

Is anyone in your home scratching their head? Here's a quick reminder about the district's Lice Management Plan. Classrooms are not screened for lice. You can contact the school nurse at 610-627-7228 for guidance if you are uncertain or if you discover lice/nits.

Updated guidance for parents about head lice was recently published by the American Academy of Pediatrics. Click the link for everything you need to know about finding them and treating them. Get in the habit of checking your children’s heads periodically for lice and if you notice itching. Please remind your children not to share hats, brushes, hoodies or headbands / hair ties with their friends.

Thank you for helping us keep our school community healthy!

Contact Mrs. Hefferan (610)627-7228 with any questions.

Sincerely,

Bridget Hefferan

School Meals Information – 2026–2027

• Breakfast: Free for all elementary students (begins Monday, August 31, 2026)

• Lunch: $3.55 per meal

• Free/Reduced Meals: Families may apply online through the district website. Students receiving Direct Certification do not need to apply.

• Menus: Available on the district homepage under the Meals tab

• Meal Accounts: Funds can be added through MySchoolBucks.com, or by sending cash/checks to school (change is added back to the student’s account).

For complete details, please see the attached letter from Food Service Supervisor Jenni Lee.

Use this link to purchase mums!

https://rosetreeptg.membershiptoolkit.com/form/m/403335

Join the RTES Box Tops brigade!

Turn your grocery store purchases into money for RTES with Box Tops for Education in three easy steps:

1. Download the BTFE app via the link

2. Buy products marked with the Box Tops logo

3. Scan your paper receipts or email in your digital receipts.

That's it! Twice a year, our cumulative efforts result in a check that is sent directly from BTFE for use by the PTG. Let's see if we can top last year's BTFE total of $418!

*NEW FOR THIS YEAR*

The grade with the most Box Tops earned will be awarded with an extra recess! Be sure to “give credit” every time you submit a receipt, and check out the Give Credit Leaderboard directly in the app.

Any questions? Please email Jessica Kapadia at jessica.passero@gmail.com

> Wednesday, September 16 - Back to School Night (6:00 - 7:30 PM)

Back to School Night is an opportunity to become more familiar with the expectations that we have for our students, as well as the curriculum being taught in the school. We look forward to welcoming parents and guardians to this event. More details to follow!

Rose Tree Elementary School Picture Day

Thursday, September 24, 2026

Dear Rose Tree Families,

Picture Day at Rose Tree Elementary School will be held on Thursday, September 24, 2026. Please review the information below carefully to ensure your child’s picture order is processed correctly.

Before Picture Day: Pre-Ordering

Shortly before Picture Day, you will receive an email from Active Image Media containing a personalized ordering link for your child.

• Each student will receive their own unique link.

• Please use each child’s individual link when ordering.

• Do not share links between siblings or other family members.

• If you have multiple children at Rose Tree, you must place a separate order using each child’s individual link.

• Pre-ordering provides the best value. Pre-orders will be delivered to the school and distributed to students.

• You do not need to print your receipt or send it to school. All orders are automatically submitted to Active Image Media.

Didn't Receive Your Link?

Please check your junk or spam folder first.

If you still cannot locate your child’s link, email support@activeimagemedia.com and include:

• Rose Tree Elementary School

• Your child’s name

Active Image Media will respond with your child’s assigned link.

Ordering After Picture Day

If you do not pre-order, you will receive another email approximately one week after Picture Day. You can use the same personalized link to view your child’s photo and place an order.

Please note: Orders placed after Picture Day will include a $9.95 shipping fee because they will be mailed directly to your home rather than delivered to school.

Family Special

Families with more than two children attending Rose Tree Elementary may receive a free package for their third child.

• The free package must be the same package ordered for the siblings.

• A la carte items are not included.

• To receive the special, send a note with your third child on Picture Day.

• Please include the siblings’ names, the package ordered, and the desired background.

Make-Up and Retake Day

The school will notify families when the Make-Up Picture Day is scheduled.

If you pre-ordered and are not satisfied with your child’s photo, your child is eligible for a retake. The original photo package must be returned on Make-Up Day to receive a replacement package.

If you did not pre-order and would like a retake, a $5.00 retake fee will be required.

Thank you!

Active Image Media, LLC

455 Doe Run Lane
Springfield, PA 19064
Phone: 610-328-3456
Fax: 610-328-0711
www.activeimagemedia.com

> Monday, October 5 - Oasis Family Fun Center

The PTG has organized a fun, family-friendly event At the Oasis Family Fun Center in Glen Mills on Monday, October 5. Details will be shared in the weeks ahead.

> Friday, October 23 - Grandparents and Special Friends Day

Grandparents or special friends are invited to spend some time visiting Rose Tree Elementary on Friday, October 23, 2026.

Guests visiting Students in Grades 1,2 and AM Kindergarten

9:30 – 9:45 AM – Refreshments in Cafeteria

9:45 – 10:45 AM – Classroom Visitation

Guests visiting Students in Grades 3 – 5 and PM Kindergarten

1:45 – 2:00 AM – Refreshments in Cafeteria

2:00 – 3:00 AM – Classroom Visitation

Guests visiting students in K – 5th grade are invited to enjoy light refreshments in the cafeteria before their classroom visit. Please note refreshments times for each group above.

Parking will be available on the blacktop at the rear of the building and entrance will be by way of the cafeteria entrances. Any guests requiring handicapped parking will need to park near the main entrance on First Avenue and enter the building by way of the main entrance.

American Education Week

Parent/Guardian Visitation Day on Thursday, November 19, 2026

We look forward to welcoming parents and guardians for American Education Week on Thursday, November 19, 2026.

Please note that Parent/Guardian Visitation Day is an adults-only event, and siblings will not be permitted in the building during the visit. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in helping us maintain a focused environment for our students and guests. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to us at 610-627-7200.

AM Kindergarten

10:00 – 11:00 AM (Classroom Visitation)

PM Kindergarten

2:00 – 3:00 PM (Classroom Visitation)

First Grade

9:45 - 10:45 AM (Classroom Visitation)

Second Grade

9:15 - 10:15 AM (Classroom Visitation)

Third Grade

2:00 – 3:00 PM (Classroom Visitation)

Fourth Grade

1:40 - 2:40 PM (Classroom Visitation)

Fifth Grade

12:00 - 1:00 PM (Classroom Visitation)

1:00 - 1:30 PM (Parent Lunch)

5th Grade Parents can bring in lunch and eat with their fifth grader.

Please consider signing up and/or updating your student's information!

The Rose Tree Elementary PTG is pleased to continue providing Membership Toolkit as our school's family directory. Membership Toolkit is the PTG's tool for our family and faculty directories, online store, volunteer signups and email communications, including emails from your child's homeroom parents. It's secure, easy to use, and free to families of Rose Tree Elementary.

Already signed up for MTK in past years? Your child has already been graduated to this year's grade level - please just log in and update your child's teacher in the database.

New to the school? Register at rosetreeptg.membershiptoolkit.com and create a new account

Once we've had a chance to verify your family information, you'll receive permission to view the online directory.

Questions? Contact our system administrator at rtesptg@gmail.com

Install the Free app! After you get your login information, download the app by searching for Membership Toolkit in the iTunes App Store or Google Play. The app allows you to access our directory, manage your family information, purchase in our store and signup for volunteer activities all from your phone!

A Collaborative Effort

Welcome to the 2026-27 School Year!

Parents, teachers, students, and administrators came together to learn about and discuss the cultural holidays and events observed throughout the school year. Together, they developed the list of holidays and events our schools will recognize, teach about, or celebrate. The selections featured in this newsletter reflect the voices and input of our community.

By learning about the cultures, traditions, and experiences represented in our community, we build greater understanding and acceptance of one another. This shared learning strengthens relationships and enhances each person’s sense of belonging in our schools.

Please select the “Resources” links to learn more.

Please email Ralph Harrison if you have any suggestions or ideas about our monthly events and holidays. We honor dignity by taking the time to learn about the cultures of all of our community members. The events/holidays are listed in the order they occur during the month. For more details, please click on the "Resources" links.

The Philadelphia Phillies have invited the Penncrest Marching Band to participate in their Phillies Band Night on Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at 6:40 pm. This is both a fundraiser for the band and a competition to see which high school sells the most tickets.

The band will march in a parade down Citizens Bank Way and then play in a concert about an hour before the game. And if our high school sells the most tickets, our band will also get to perform on the field before the game! We have won this competition for the last decade and would like to continue the winning streak.

Tickets are $45 each. Tickets are on sale until Wednesday, September 9th. A portion of the ticket sales will benefit the Penncrest Band

You do not need to have a PayPal account to make a donation. You can check out as guest and make your payment safely with a credit card.

Ticket pick up will be at Penncrest HS Parking lot (outside of the band room - near the lion statue):

• Tuesday, September 15: 6 - 8 PM

• Wednesday, September 16: 6 - 8 PM

This is a great opportunity for the kids to perform and help raise money for the band. As an added bonus, the Phillies are on a hot streak so it should be a great game to watch!!

Purchase your tickets here

**Any questions, please email info@penncrestband.org.

Click here for information about Citizens Bank Park.

Jess Burman

VP Fundraising

Penncrest High School Band Parent Association

• PA Criminal Background Clearance
• PDE FBI Clearance
• Child Abuse Clearance

Information about obtaining these clearances can be obtained by accessing the following link: https://www.rtmsd.org/Page/39

Please contact the main office at Rose Tree Elementary with any questions.

Email: ebucci@rtmsd.org
Website: https://www.rtmsd.org/6/home
Location: 1101 First Avenue, Media, PA, USA
Phone: (610) 627-7200