THE RPI PULSE

Your source for all things RPI...May 17, 2020

A quick note from the principal's desk...

Good Afternoon RPI Families,

Wow, the rising temperatures, longer days and feel of spring really makes things feel quite a bit different, doesn't it? We know that we are still in the wonky place, but getting outside and soaking in the best of West Michigan somehow makes it all a little more tolerable.

We have about 3.5 weeks to go of school and like I stated on our Facebook Live on Thursday, I wanted to offer you some encouragement as we all push to the finish line. While none of know each others situations, by simply participating in a classroom zoom, getting outside and running around, doing some sidewalk art, or reading a book, you are doing a great job. And I mean that. Not many of you are teachers, and we would never want you to feel that you have to recreate our daily lives, as you wouldn't want us to try to do your job, right? Anyway...doing something to keep kids engaged in reading, healthy and creativity will serve us all well going into next year. Rest comfortably with that and we will all "finish" strong. THANK YOU!

Stay healthy...drink lots of water, wash your hands, read, exercise and be a good human!

Go Rockets!

Mr. Panozzo

#RPIShines #WeAreRP #OtherPeopleMatter

Library Book Drop Off

If your student(s) have books that they checked out before the shutdown and you'd like to return them, we will offer a book drop off on Wednesday (May 20) from 9:30-11:30 at RPI main entrance! We will have a box or cart out in the parking lot for you to leave your books. Unfortunately, we will not be able to offer new book checkout at this point.

Elective Class Lesson Plans

In talking with our electives teachers, they are offering a lot of great opportunities for the kids to be engaged but seeing relatively low participation level. We suspect that's because this link is hard to find.

Here it is. Give it a look and try something fun!!

Cool Mindfulness Challenge for Students

Want to win free Zip Lining at the Muskegon Winter Sports Complex's new Zip Line?

Click here to find out how!

Pandemic EBT Program

We shared this information recently on our Facebook page and website:

Have you lost income recently? Are you struggling to keep food on the table? Apply for school meals and you will automatically receive food benefits from DHHS!

Go to https://www.lunchapp.com/ to apply.

We also received additional information that might prove helpful. Here is a link to that information.

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Chromebooks

Are you still in need of a chromebook so your student(s) can complete their work online? Please reach out to Mrs. Whitaker and Mr. Panozzo! We will set up a time to meet you.

Mrs. Whitaker: whitakerk@reeths-puffer.org

Mr. Panozzo: panozzos@reeths-puffer.org

📸YEARBOOKS📸

Yearbooks can be ordered on-line by visiting radiumphoto.com.

The cost is $8 and orders are DUE BY MAY 15TH. Orders can be shipped for an additional $4 or a pick-up date will be communicated once they are complete for no additional charge!

If your student already turned in an order form before March 13th, we will get those to Radium.

Go Rockets

Parent Informational Video

Mrs. Peel has put together this great video to help support you, parents, during this crazy time. Know that we are here for you and want to help in any way we can!

Social / Emotional Supports for Students

Parents, if you are like us, we are struggling with how to meet the demands of school for our kids and all of the weird emotions they are feeling. Our friends at the Muskegon ISD have put this together...if you need some specific supports, there is a ton here!