Panther Tales

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Dear Ridgeview Families,

As we approach the Thanksgiving break, I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to each of you for your continued support and dedication to our Ridgeview Charter Middle School community. This has been a wonderful fall semester, and it is truly a privilege to work alongside such engaged students, staff, and families.

As we enter this season of thanks, I am reminded of the many blessings we have here at Ridgeview—especially the opportunity to work with such a talented and hardworking group of students. I have seen firsthand their resilience, creativity, and commitment to learning, and I am incredibly proud of their progress this semester. Whether they’re thriving in the classroom, collaborating with peers, or demonstrating leadership, our students continually impress us.

I’d also like to take a moment to acknowledge our dedicated staff for all they do to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for every student. Their hard work and passion for education are evident in every lesson, every interaction, and every initiative we undertake.

As we head into this much-deserved break, I encourage our students and families to take this time to relax, reflect, and recharge. Whether you are spending time with loved ones, enjoying a quiet moment at home, or participating in seasonal activities, I hope you find joy in the simple things that make this time of year so special.

On behalf of the entire Ridgeview team, I wish you all a peaceful and restful Thanksgiving. We are thankful for each of you and look forward to welcoming our Panthers back with renewed energy and excitement after the break!

Warmest regards,

Principal Thomas Garrett

Note: Due to Thanksgiving Break, our next Panther Tales will be not be until December 5, 2024.

November 21st: Progress Reports visible in Infinite Campus

November 22nd: Final Day to Complete the FCS Parent Perception Survey

November 25th-29th: Thanksgiving Break, No School

December 7th: Girls on the Run 5K (Click HERE for Info)

December 8th, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm: Hands on Ridgeview (Sign up HERE and Scroll for Info)

December 11th, 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm: RCMS Science Fair (Scroll for info)

January 13th: Physicals Due for Spring Sports

We are excited to welcome Niko Villatoro-Young to our school community as our new full-time Chris 180 therapist. Niko holds a Master of Social Work and brings extensive experience supporting students in both middle and high school settings. With a background in Clayton and Cobb Counties, Niko has worked closely with students facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. Niko is committed to helping our students navigate their emotional and mental health needs.

We’re thrilled to have Niko on board and look forward to the positive impact Niko will have on our students' well-being.

New School Counselor Update:

In addition to Niko joining us as a Chris 180 therapist, we are continuing the process of hiring a second school counselor to replace Dr. Long. We are excited about the candidates who have applied and hope to make an announcement soon- in time for our new counselor to start in January.

Riverwood Transition:

8th Grade Families: We will be sending home permission slips for the Riverwood Transition Visit by the end of this month. The visit is scheduled for January 22, 2025. Please be on the lookout for the permission slips, and feel free to contact me if you have any questions.

Thank you for your continued support as we work together to ensure the success of every student. If you have any questions or need further information, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Ms. Ceniceros

cenicerosi2@fultonschools.org

Mid-Year iReady testing will take place on December 10th (Reading/ELA) and December 11th (Math). This assessment plays a key role in determining the appropriate class placements for students for the next school year. We encourage all students to take the test seriously, as their performance helps guide important decisions about their education. Please ensure your child is well-rested and ready to give their best effort

You can view your student's individual milestones scores through Infinite Campus by following the steps and screen shots below.

1. Open Infinite Campus and Click on the drop down menu (three lines) in the top left corner.

2. Click "More".

3. At the bottom, click the link to "SLDS Portal".

4. Click on the picture of the graph that says "Performance".

Congratulations to all of the students who made it to the School-Wide spelling bee! Special congratulations to our our school winner, Dock Ervin, and runner-up, Sebastian Graf Von Der Schulenburg, who received gift cards thanks to our RCMS PTA. Dock will also have the opportunity to represent Ridgeview in the district spelling bee!

Clinic Donations Needed

The RCMS Clinic is in need of uniform donations in sizes Youth Large and higher (Youth small and medium are not needed.) There is a high need for tan or black pants and (appropriate-length) skirts. Donations can be new or gently used. Please remove any name tags from used items. All donations can be dropped off at the front desk.

Hands On Ridgeview - Sunday, Dec 8th (9:00am-3:00pm)

Join us anytime between 9am-3pm at Ridgeview to help beautify the school grounds! We'll plant bulbs for The Daffodil Project, prep the courtyard & back patios for awesome make-overs, and generally spruce up around the school. Choose which activity is right for you and come whenever you like! Bring your whole family! Please sign up by clicking HERE so we can plan our projects!

Girls On The Run: Volunteer Coaches are Needed for Spring

Coach Entrup is looking for volunteers to help coach our Girls On The Run in the Spring. If you are open and willing to coach this team, please email her at Entrup@fultonschools.org

As a reminder, students may stay after school to cheer on our their classmates. A link to the schedule is below. They do not need a note, but they do need transportation home. The Concession stand is open during most basketball games (cash only).

8th Grade girls are now eligible to play lacrosse for Riverwood High School. If your student is interested in being a part of the team, or would just like more details, please fill out this FORM. Tryouts are January 27th - 31st. Someone from the team will be in touch soon. Don't miss this exciting opportunity.

Shop in person (Perimeter Mall Location Only) or online and enter the code GIVEBACK-HVLSS between December 1st - 8th. Kendra Scott will give back 20% of your entire purchase to RCMS Foundation!

Thank you to these local businesses who have chosen to support our Panthers.

Besides Panther Tales, Ridgeview Charter Middle School has several ways you can stay up-to-date on news and happenings. Follow us on our main Facebook and Instagram pages for a peek into the daily life of RCMS, plus read success stories about some of our RCMS alumni!

Email: Ridgeview@fultonschools.org
Location: 5340 South Trimble Road, Sandy Springs, GA, USA
Phone: (470)254-7710
Twitter: @RCMSPanther