Thundercat Weekly

September 1 — Men’s Choir Fest & Football Scrimmages
September 2–3 — MAP Math Testing

September 4- Student and Staff of the Month and VIPS Coffee
September 7 — No School — Labor Day
September 9–10 — MAP ELA Testing
September 16–17 — MAP Science Testing
September 25 — Professional Learning Day — No Students

We appreciate our students and families for supporting RTMS after-school activities and sporting events. Please help us maintain a positive and respectful environment at every event.

Please remember:

• Students must leave campus after dismissal and return for the event.
• Tickets are required for all sporting events. Purchase tickets through GoFan.
• Students must follow all school expectations and demonstrate appropriate behavior.
• Positive cheering is encouraged. Derogatory comments and unsportsmanlike conduct will result in removal from the game.
• FBISD follows the Texas Way for fan expectations. Texas Way Fan Expectations
• Parents/guardians must pick up students within 10 minutes of the event ending.
• Repeated behavior concerns or late pick-ups may result in the loss of the privilege to attend future events.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership!

Golf carts should use the car rider line and are not permitted on campus grass or sidewalks. We must keep sidewalks clear and safe for students and staff who are walking, biking, or riding scooters.

Counselors are still in the process of leveling classes. As a result, your student may receive a schedule change.

If your student’s schedule changes, the Counselors will provide a new schedule during Advisory.

It’s time for our students to start exploring what’s possible! SchooLinks is a college and career readiness platform that helps students discover careers that match their interests, explore colleges and majors, find scholarship opportunities, and prepare for their future.

All students must complete onboarding tasks by August 30, 2026.

Student IDs are required to be worn daily. All students have received a new ID for the 2026–2027 school year.

If your student has misplaced their ID, a replacement may be purchased for $5. The fee will be added to your student’s Skyward account.

Click here to purchase a replacement ID

Please remember to complete your student’s required Back-to-School forms through Skyward Family Access. These forms include important student, family, medical, consent, and other information needed for the upcoming school year.

Learn more about meal applications and child nutrition services for the 2026–27 school year. Please watch the video below for important information for families.

Manage your Thundercat's meal account easily using SchoolCafé. Create an account to make online payments, set up auto-pay, apply purchase restrictions, receive low-balance alerts, view cafeteria purchases and school menus, and even submit free/reduced meal applications.

Get started here: SchoolCafé – FBISD

We are excited to welcome our new school nurse, Nurse Allen, to RTMS! Ms.Deason will continue serving our students as our Nurse Aide. Together, they are here to help keep our Thundercats healthy, safe, and ready to learn.

If your child needs medication at school, including an inhaler or emergency medication, please complete the appropriate forms and submit them to the clinic before the first day of school.

For questions, please contact:

Caesonia Allen, Nurse

Caesonia.Allen@fortbendisd.gov

Tuaca Deason, Nurse Aide

Tuaca.Deason@fortbendisd.gov

Protect your student’s district-issued laptop with optional laptop insurance. Parents and guardians are encouraged to review the coverage options and decide whether insurance is right for their family.

Laptop insurance must be purchased each school year; coverage does not automatically renew.

The last day to purchase insurance for the 2026–2027 school year is August 31!

Use the RTMS Car Rider Line (circles around RTMS) for all student drop-offs and pick-ups.

No drop-offs or pick-ups on the street, in parking lots, by cutting in line, on Water’s Lake Blvd, or in the shared DLE/RTMS lot.

Walkers and bikers must cross at the flagpole crosswalk only (crossing guard on site).

Be a Good Neighbor

Use only designated school parking/drop-off areas, keep driveways clear, and avoid parking in yards or unauthorized spots.

Our counseling team is here to support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth. Learn more about available services and resources by visiting our Counselor Page

Please see the attached Level-Down Request Process for guidance on submitting and completing level-down requests.

We’re looking for a parent to join our Language Proficiency Assessment Committee (LPAC) to support Emergent Bilingual students. LPAC members review student progress, recommend services, and ensure our bilingual/ESL program meets students’ needs.

As a parent member, you’ll attend a few school-year meetings, share your perspective, help connect families and the school, and keep student information confidential. No experience is needed—training is provided.

Interested? Contact Mrs. Lita.Skinner@fortbendisd.gov(281-327-3876) or Joseph.Majetich@fortbendisd.gov(281-327-3870)

Click here to Volunteer

FCA kicks off on Friday, Sept 4 at 8:10am in the library. Drop off is at the front of the school. Coach Barger will open the doors at 8:10am and they will be locked at 8:15am.

If interested in FCA please join our SportsYou group- E8S7-4MXK

For more information contact Coach Barger - dana.barger@fortbendisd.gov

FCA Dates for 2026-27

FCA will meet at 8:10am in the library

September 4- Coach LaFavers

October 2

November 6

December 4

January 8

February 5

*March 4

April 2

May 7

*March 4 is a Thursday, due to no school on Friday, March 5

Students planning to participate in athletics for the 2026–2027 school year must have a completed UIL physical on file prior to participation.

Please note:

• All physicals must be dated after April 1, 2026

• Physicals must include a physician stamp to be considered valid

• Required forms should be uploaded through Rank One

Families can access the UIL Physical Form and additional information using the link below:

FBISD Athletics Physical Form Information

We encourage families to complete physicals early over the summer to avoid delays in athletic participation for the upcoming school year.

If your student plans to play football at Ronald Thornton Middle School this season, please take a moment to complete the football interest questionnaire below. This helps our coaching staff plan for equipment, practices, and the upcoming season.

➡️ Football Interest Form:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/pZ1XyzGd2p

RTMS Football Families: Please review the football information packet sent by Coach Batiste. It contains important details regarding:

• Equipment pickup

• Practice schedules

• Rank One requirements

• Locker room procedures

• Season expectations and other important information

Thank you for completing the questionnaire. We are excited to welcome our student-athletes and look forward to another great Thundercat football season!

RTMS families—get ready to Join the Pack and power up for our biggest fundraiser of the year! The ThunderCash Campaign is back, and it’s how we fund the events, extras, and enrichment that make RTMS such a special place to learn and grow.

This all-in, school-wide campaign helps us cover everything from grade-level socials, career day, campus refresh, staff treats, classroom grants & student welfare. We can’t do it without YOU.

We’ll be launching soon with exciting new donation levels, flash prize drawings, and fun incentives for students, staff, and families. Every dollar goes directly to RTMS and makes a real impact on your child’s experience.

📣 Watch your inbox, follow us online, and get ready to show your Thundercat spirit!📣

#ThunderCash #JoinThePack #RTMSPTO

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/RTMSThundercats
• Website: https://rtms.fortbendisd.gov/
• RTMS PTO https://www.rtmspto.net/

• Schoology Support for Parents

• School Cafe (Lunch Accounts)

• FBISD Volunteer Application & Background Check

Website: https://rtms.fortbendisd.gov/