RPMS News
Reaching Higher
November 23, 2025
Message from the Principal
Good Morning Rockets!
I hope everyone was able to enjoy a wonderful weekend. This week students are in session on Monday and Tuesday ONLY with Thanksgiving break starting on Wednesday, November 26th. School will resume on December 1st. Please take a look at the additional information below and reach out to the main office with any questions.
Jason Hernandez
Our Toys For Tots collection bin has been dropped off to RPMS. Please be a part of this worthwhile event and help put smiles on young faces who may only have this opportunity for a happy holiday.
Holiday Poinsettia Sale Begins!
Our Choir and Theatre Arts program kicked off their annual Holiday Poinsettia Sale has begun! The plants are gorgeous & make awesome gifts as well as decor for your office, church, or local business.
Poinsettia Details:
- 6-inch plants, 5+ blooms on every plant, Festive Foil Pot
- Red, White, Pink or Marble (Pink/White mix)
- $12 Each
Timeline:
- Sale Starts: Monday, November 10th
Orders due: Tuesday, November 25th
Plant Delivery/Order Sorting Day: Friday, December 5th (6PM-7PM) in the R-P Intermediate Cafeteria
Plant Pick-Up: Saturday, December 6th (10AM - 12noon) in the R-P Intermediate Cafeteria (Curbside Pick-Up)
Ordering:
- Students collect orders using the provided order forms (Hard copies will be given out in class today or can be accessed HERE)
- Payment is due at the time of the order
Reeths-Puffer Wellness Committee
RP Community Pantry
Did you know there is a RP community pantry serving those in need? The pantry is located at Reeths-Puffer Intermediate and is run by Stacy Hovorka, RP Parent Liaison. The pantry provides food, toiletries, cleaning supplies and clothing to RP families. If you or anyone you know can use this resource, please contact Stacy directly at hovorkas@reeths-puffer.org.
Homework Workshop
Homework Workshop is a free service that works to support students and get ahead of missing assignments and failing grades by providing a quiet place to work, in addition to access to free tutors/teachers and opportunities to collaborate with peers to learn collaboratively. The learning environment is a supervised and supportive atmosphere where students feel safe and confident to receive the support needed to excel in the classroom. It is held Tuesday, Wednesday , and Thursday from 2:45-4:00 in the LMC. Students are signed up by teachers or the Tier II team. If parents wish to sign their students up they may email Mrs Grant at granta@reeths-puffer.org.
After School Programs
Students have the opportunity to take advantage of our after school program known as RP+ weekly, Monday - Thursday. Click HERE to learn more about the program and the access the registration link. Parents must register students at least 24 hours prior to attending.
Additional information regarding after school clubs will be added here as they become available to students. Contact the main office for more details.
- The RP+ after school program (M-Thu) Parents must register students HERE prior to attending.
- D&D Club - Wednesdays 2:45-4:00 Email Mr. Goltz with questions (goltzk@reeths-puffer.org)
- Art Club - Wednesdays 2:45-3:45
Week in Sports
Monday, November 24th, 2025
- HOME - Basketball vs Zeeland Christian - 4:00 PM | 5:15 PM
Academic Eligibility:
Parents and student-athletes: a grade report will be collected and submitted to coaches for any student-athlete who is under a C- in any class. This process will take place weekly throughout each season. Please ensure that you are competing in the classroom and on the playing surface.
Daily Schedule
7:25 am - Doors Open
7:43 am - Start of Day
2:38 pm - End of Day (10:50 am - Half Day)
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Upcoming Dates
- 11/26-11/28 - No School (Thanksgiving Break)
- 12/3 - 7th Grade STATS presentations
- 12/5 - Half Day (Hrs 4-6)
- 12/19 - Half Day (Hrs 4-6) End of 1st Semester
- 12/22-1/2 - Winter Holiday Break
Contact Information
Mr. Jason Hernandez
Principal
Email: hernandezj@reeths-puffer.org
Phone: (231) 744-4721 ext. 4005
Ms. Doni St. Amour
Assistant Principal, Reeths-Puffer Middle School
Email: stamourd@reeths-puffer.org
Phone: 231-744-4721 ext. 4015