October Newsletter

Can you believe the first quarter of the school year wraps up on October 10? Time is flying!

The second quarter kicks off on Monday, October 13, but remember—this day is a Teacher Planning Day, so there will be no school for students.

Our students have truly settled into their routines and continue to thrive as we look forward to reaching our exciting destination—the opening of our new school building later this month!

🌟A huge thank-you to Mr. Girard, Mr. Lanier, Mrs. O’Brien, and Mr. Katuri for bringing learning to life in such creative ways! Their classrooms have been buzzing with energy and hands-on activities that keep students fully engaged and excited to learn.

✈️ Mr. Girard’s science students explored the fundamental principles of aerodynamics—including gravity, air resistance, and drag forces—by designing and building their own helicopters.

🌿 Mrs. O’Brien’s horticulture class combined science and art in a STEAM activity, creating layers of planting strata to illustrate how different levels support growth and design.

🧩 Mr. Katuri’s math class sharpened their problem-solving and communication skills through an interactive Think-Pair-Share activity, encouraging collaboration and critical thinking.

📚 Mr. Lanier’s psychology class continues to shine with dynamic, student-centered activities that spark curiosity and collaboration.

📸 Check out the photos of our students in action—exploring, experimenting, and showcasing their amazing work.

Your dedication and passion inspire our RPS community every day. Way to go, teachers—and kudos to the students for diving in with such enthusiasm!

🌞 Spreading Sunshine to Our Teachers 🌞

Each month, the Sunshine Committee—made up of fellow faculty and staff—prepares something special for the teachers. The goal of the Sunshine Committee is simple: to create small moments of joy that bring our teachers together. This month’s treat was coffee and baked goods, and upcoming “sunshine events” will include sub sandwiches, a yogurt bar, and more surprises.

If you’d like to support the Sunshine Committee in continuing to spread sunshine, donations are warmly welcomed. Simply scan the QR code to contribute or click on this link. Every gift, big or small, helps us celebrate our teachers.

On behalf of the Sunshine Committee, thank you!

A big shout-out to Camila Arboleda, our September Student of the Month! Camila is a bright young lady who consistently goes above and beyond in all she does. She was recommended for this monthly honor by her teachers, who recognize her dedication, positivity, and outstanding contributions to our school.

Congratulations, Camila—your hard work and spirit inspire us all!

Mrs. Velez and her Spanish students brought culture to life as they celebrated Mexico’s Independence Day with a day full of learning and festivities.

Special guest Mrs. Claudia Coello shared the rich history and significance of this important holiday, giving students a deeper understanding of Mexico’s fight for independence.

🎶 Students joined in traditional songs, explored cultural traditions, and participated in engaging activities that made the celebration both fun and educational.

A big gracias to Mrs. Velez for creating such an immersive experience and to Mrs. Coello for bringing history to life—a memorable day in the Spanish classroom!

SchoolMessenger—our automated messaging system—now sends daily notifications to parents about student absences and tardiness at 6:00 PM. Please remind students to arrive on time each day. Thank you, parents, for your continual support, and please remind your student to be on time to class each day and respect their valuable academic time.

RPS Academies recently welcomed Officer Nina Popovich from the St. Lucie Police Department for an engaging and eye-opening session on cybersecurity and the hidden dangers of cyberspace.

Her dynamic presentation captivated not only our students, but also teachers and coaches who joined the discussion. The room was full of thoughtful questions as Officer Popovich shared practical tips to help everyone stay safe online.

We are excited to announce that Officer Popovich will return throughout the school year to continue these important conversations and help our students build strong digital awareness and safe online habits.

⛳ Swinging to Success!
Rising golf star Cristina Alvarez shined on the international stage at the South American Junior Championship in Colombia, capturing individual gold and helping her team secure the overall team title for Colombia.

Cristina’s victory marks a remarkable milestone—she is Coach Manny’s fifth athlete to claim this prestigious championship title, continuing a proud tradition of excellence on and off the course.

👏 Congratulations, Cristina, on this outstanding achievement and for inspiring our RPS community with your dedication and talent!

🎾 A Breakthrough Performance!
Juan Miguel Bolívar of the Constellation Team delivered a standout showing at the J200 tournament in Peru, finishing as runner-up and soaring to a career-high ITF ranking of #110.

Even more impressive, Juan has now broken into the Top 10 worldwide for his class year—a historic milestone and an inspiring way to kick off the season.

👏 Congratulations, Juan, on this incredible achievement and for representing RPS with excellence and determination!

Kudos to our teachers for serving as tutors during Study Hall, Monday through Thursday. Their dedication makes a difference every day!

Monday, October 13: Teacher Planning Day--NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS

Daily: School Messenger will provide student tardy and absent info everyday at 6 PM.

PowerSchool Parent Portal: Important that you have created your account on the Parent Portal to receive important information regarding your student.
https://www.rpsacademies.org/parents/welcome-parents

Spirit Week: Oct 27 through the 31