Dear Ridgeview United Families,
Welcome to a brand new school year! As we prepare to open the doors of Ridgeview United on Monday, August 5th, I am filled with excitement and anticipation for what promises to be an incredible year ahead.
Our team has been working diligently over the summer to ensure that every classroom is ready, every resource is in place, and every detail is set to make this year memorable for our students. We have some fantastic new programs and initiatives that we’re eager to share with you, all aimed at enhancing the educational experience and fostering a vibrant, supportive community.
To our returning families, welcome back! Your continued support and involvement play a crucial role in our students' success. To our new families, we extend a warm welcome and look forward to getting to know you and your children. Ridgeview United is not just a school; it's a community where every child is valued, every voice is heard, and every day is an opportunity to learn and grow.
Please remember to check out our website and social media for important updates, events, and resources throughout the year. Your partnership and engagement are vital as we work together to ensure the best possible experience for all our students.
Let’s make this school year exceptional by embracing every challenge with enthusiasm, every success with pride, and every opportunity to make a difference. I am looking forward to seeing each of you on August 5th and to a year full of learning, growth, and achievement.
Here’s to a fantastic start!
Warm regards,
Principal Garrett
Important Arrival information: Students will come by vehicle, bus, or walker and proceed directly to the cafeteria (6th) or gym (7th & 8th). For the first two weeks of school, when the 8:55 bell rings, they will go to their homeroom class. This will help us get acclimated to the new school year. Following the first two weeks, students will begin their day when the 8:55 bell rings and report directly to first period.
New Locker Requirement: All students will be required to have a locker this year. During the day, back packs (and phones) will be stored in the locker. Students will be permitted regular access to their lockers each day. We believe this change will help reduce congestion in our hallways and ensure that our classrooms are distraction free. All families are asked to pay the locker fee using this link to the OSP payment site.
I also wanted to update you on some recent staffing changes at Ridgeview. Last week, we experienced the resignation of three of our valued teachers: Ms. Murano (ELA TAG), Ms. Early (Physical Science), and Ms. Gober (Special Education). Additionally, we had an anticipated teacher transfer that did not materialize as planned.
Despite these challenges, I am pleased to share that we have successfully identified excellent replacements for four out of the five positions. Ms. Maria Croshaw will be joining us as the 7th grade ELA TAG teacher, Ms. Norman will take over the 8th grade ELA class, Mr. Williams will take over ISS, and Ms. Tanskley will be our new 8th grade Physical Science teacher. These new teachers will begin once they have been cleared by Human Resources.
We are still actively searching for a qualified Special Education teacher to complete our team. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to fill this final position.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership.
Welcome Dr. Long!
Hello RCMS community!
My name is Dr. Marika Long, and I am excited to serve you all this school year. This is my 17th year in education and my 11th year as a School Counselor. I have a passion for people and a commitment to building strong, lasting, and nourishing relationships. My caseload this school year will be students with last names beginning with A-K. I look forward to working with you to ensure that this is the best year yet!
Dr. Long's Email address:
Welcome Mrs. Ceniceros!
Hello Parents of Ridgeview Charter Middle School,
I am Mrs. Ceniceros, and I am excited to join the Ridgeview Middle School team. I look forward to supporting students with their academic, career, and social-emotional development and building positive relationships with them. I am eager to collaborate with parents, teachers, staff, and administrators, as our collective efforts are crucial in helping students reach their highest potential. My caseload this year will be with the students with the last names beginning in L-Z.
Mrs. Ceniceros' Email address:
Digital Citizenship
All Fulton County schools are Common Sense Media certified, and Ridgeview is no exception! All students will receive lessons about using technology and social media, and teachers and staff will also do workshops or webinars.
Parents are encouraged to explore the resources available from Common Sense Media, and to watch at least two of the videos on the links below. The links contain hundreds of short clips with useful parenting topics such as "Ditch the Distractions: Supporting Kids and Teens with Phone Notifications", "What is ChatGPT?", and ""5 Ways to Help Kids Process Disturbing News":
Fall Athletics Kicking off Soon!
Our Fall sports teams will be kicking off soon! Soccer (Boys), Softball, Volleyball (Girls) and Cross Country are all Fall Sports. Soccer, Softball and Volleyball do require tryouts. Please check the Athletics Page on the School Website for updated information on athletics, try outs and physicals!
School Supplies
The RCMS supply list that will satisfy general requirements can be found on the Back to School page or downloaded from the link below. Each teacher may have specific needs above and beyond this list that will be communicated at the start of the school year.
Need School Supplies?
Sandy Springs Police are hosting a
FREE BACKPACK GIVEAWAY
This Saturday, August 3, 2024 from 3:00pm-5:30pm. The event will be held at Target located at 5570 Roswell Rd in Sandy Springs. Students of all ages can receive free backpacks and school supplies.
For this event, SSPD is partnering with the Sandy Springs Fire Department and the Fulton County DA’s office. See you there!
For our Bus Riders!
As we prepare for the first day of school on Monday, August 5th, please check your child’s bus stop for any updates and/or changes. We ask that all parents check this information using the Here Comes the Bus app. If you do not have the app, instructions can be found on the Fulton County Schools website under the Transportation link. Be advised on Saturday and Sunday your child’s bus will not be visible on the app. Alternatively, you may also check the Transportation tab on the Parent Portal which will display your child’s bus information with pickup and drop times and stop location.
Shop the Panther Store!
To help with the start-of-school rush, the Panther Store will open every day from August 5th - 16th, 8:30- 9:00 AM. Click here to shop today!
Ridgeview Charter Middle School
Email: Ridgeview@fultonschools.org
Location: 5340 South Trimble Road, Sandy Springs, GA, USA
Phone: (470)254-7710
Twitter: @RCMSPanther