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May 21, 2026 May 21, 2026

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No Student Book Bags during Finals

Bookbags will not be permitted after Friday, May 22nd. Students may carry bags no larger than a small purse during 9th-11th grade finals week and 12th grade graduation practice. Lunchboxes that follow RCPS guidelines will continue to be allowed.

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STARS Virtual Events

The STARS College Network (check out the image for the listing of incredible schools who participate) is excited to offer two distinct webinar series for students this summer! Each virtual webinar features current students and admissions staff from STARS member colleges and universities. While panelists represent STARS institutions, the information shared is general and applicable to students interested in any college or university.

The "Transition Series" is designed to support and prepare recent graduates as they get ready to begin their college journey this fall. This series includes:

  • Making the Most of Your First Year - Current Rural Student Panel (recording available on our YouTube Channel)
  • Support Systems & Self-Care in College on June 16th
  • Financial Planning for College Students on July 21st

The "College to Career Series" is tailored for students of all ages who are interested in learning how to leverage academic and pre-professional experiences to prepare for a variety of career opportunities. Each webinar will focus on a different academic area:


  • College to Career (Humanities) on June 2nd
  • College to Career (STEM) on July 7th
  • College to Career (Social Sciences) on August 4th

9th-11th grade Final Exams start Tuesday!

Please review the exam schedule and tips below.
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Celebrating Distinction at RMSST Celebrating Distinction at RMSST

School-level National Science League Winners & Medalists

At the 9th-11th grade award ceremony, Mrs. Jones announced the top 10 students for each of the National Science League (NSL) exams from late April. The top 10 students have been compiled and submitted to compete nationally based on their scores. Please join us in congratulating the following students (with the top score receiving a medal).

For General Science:

  • Ashworth, Parker
  • Avendano, Gianella
  • Barajas-Cazares, Guadalupe
  • Brooks, David
  • Chen, Ashley
  • Gaspar-Ramirez, Armando
  • Phillips, Carl
  • Rowe, Daequan
  • Ullo, William (TOP SCORE)
  • Williams, Amari

For Biology:

  • Bazelais, Laila
  • Do, Toan (TOP SCORE)
  • Jean-Louis, Isabelle
  • Moore, Maizen
  • Reed, Rickie
  • Rivera, Caitlyn
  • Sistrat, Rebekah (TOP SCORE)
  • Stamp, Joshua
  • Varnado, Makayla
  • Vilichay, Helen

For Physical Science:

  • Austin, Arielle
  • Barajas-Cazares, Guadalupe
  • Chen, Ashley
  • Diehl, Ariana
  • Lockhart, Silayah
  • Phillips, Carl
  • Ramos-Gallardo, Valery
  • Simmons, Shaniah
  • Smith, Jayda (TOP SCORE)
  • Towns, Layla

For Chemistry:

  • Anderson, Elissa
  • Batson, Charles
  • Bazelais, Laila
  • Do, Toan
  • McCambry, Raegan
  • Mlotshwa, Melusi
  • Nozart, William
  • Owolabi, Richard
  • Randall, Patrick
  • Rhodes, Morgan
  • Rodriguez, Francisco (TOP SCORE)

For Earth Science


  • Aung, Wai
  • Bazelais, Laila (TOP SCORE)
  • Chen, Ashley
  • Copeland, Landia
  • Cox, Aniyah
  • Gaspar-Ramirez, Armando
  • Manriquez, Mario
  • Thomas, Zachary
  • Varnado, Makayla
  • Westbrook, Aiden (TOP SCORE)
  • Zheng, Jo Jo

Student Support & Enrichment at RMSST Student Support & Enrichment at RMSST

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Extended Tutorial will be Tuesday & Wednesday - located in Cafetorium

For Second Semester, extended tutorial is planned on available on most Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays with the weekly schedule for the upcoming week posted in the Magnet News. Students can stay after school for ANY teacher's office hours, clubs, and/or teams and then report to the extended tutorial. Students must be picked up by 6pm on extended tutorial days. This allows families a later window for transportation while allowing students access to extracurriculars and office hours. Below is the schedule for next week.

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Save the Date! Save the Date!

Please mark your calendar for these great events! The full calendar is available on our website and in your handbook.

May:

No School for Teachers or Students in observance of Memorial Day- Monday, May 25th

9th-11th Final Exams Start- Tuesday, May 26th

Last Day of 2nd Semester for classes- Thursday, May 28th

Graduation – Friday, May 29th at 4:30pm


June:

Rising 9th grade Summer Adventure- Wednesday, June 3

Magnet Fund Budget Meeting- Wednesday, June 3 4-6pm in-person @ Magnet

Summer STEAM Camp- June 8-11

Reminders & Helpful Links Reminders & Helpful Links

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Share your thanks with a Magnet Teacher or Staff Members for a job well done!

Is there a teacher or staff member you want to thank or compliment? Please use this form to share a shout-out message about the good things you see happening at Magnet. We will share the positive shout-out messages in future weekly staff memos.

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Who to Contact

We are here to help! As questions or concerns arise, please use the Who to Contact quick information sheet to help you get to the right person to get the answers you need! Access at FAQs - Rockdale Magnet School for Science and Technology

Feedback Form Available & Will Be Reviewed Monthly at Building Leadership Team Meetings

Do you have feedback about RMSST? Please share your ideas, suggestions, or concerns below. Items submitted will be reviewed at our monthly Building Leadership Team meetings.

If you have a specific questions or concern directly related to your student or that is time sensitive, please refer to our "Who to Contact" by category at https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1747939168/rockdaleschoolsorg/hktvvkztf0o6ul6kj6rf/24-25-ROCKDALEMAGNET-WHOTOCONTACT.pdf or email our director Mrs. Baskett directly at abaskett@rockdale.k12.ga.us.

Thank you for taking the time to share your perspective!


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2025-2026 School Year Calendar - Attendance is the #1 Predictor of Success!

Magnet Families- Please use the school year calendar as you plan. It is key that students are at school every day that they are well. Research shows that attendance in class is a key predictor for success.

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The mission of RMSST, a specialized research-focused learning community, is to foster and produce students who think ethically, critically, and independently while excelling in competitive academic environments and demonstrating high standards and expectations.

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