RRMS Royal Update Knight Newsletter
Week in Preview 11/10-11/14
Student Success Data Chats - Progress through Assessment & Grades
The Student Success Team (Administration, School Counselors, Student Support Assistants, and Graduation Enhancement Teacher) will meet with students as part of our Semester 1 Student Success Data Chats through Social Studies classes. The Quarter 1 Report Card, Student Data Sheet, and notes from the student-led data chat regarding academics, attendance, behavior, and FAST PM 2 coming up in December will be mailed home to parents/guardians. Together, we will review their academic progress but also their social-behavioral performance in order to develop goals and strategies for success as we reach the mid-point of the semester.
As a reminder, the state mandate (F.S.1003.4156) requires that middle school students complete a Language Arts, Math, Science, & Social Studies course each year with a minimum grade of ‘D’ for each semester to be promoted to high school.
Each student will be participating in FAST ELA, Math Progress Monitoring 2, NWEA 8th Grade Science, and Mock Civics EOC in December. It is imperative that each student makes learning gains and/or meets proficiency on each FAST PM 2 session as well as showing what they know on the Mock 8th Grade Science, Civics, Algebra, and Geometry Exams.
If you have questions or concerns, please contact us. Thank you for partnering with us in your child’s education.
Schedule for Data Chats through Social Studies Classes:
M 11/10 Norris
T 11/11 Rebholz
W 11/12 Sollami
W 11/12 Gibbons
TH 11/13 McQuatters
F 11/14 Munson
M 11/17 Davis
T 11/18 Fields
W 11/19 Make Ups
Attend & Achieve - Reporting Student Absences
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We’re pleased to announce the launch of a new absence reporting system for our school district. Starting now, all student absences should be reported through the myStudent Parent Portal.
To submit an absence:
- Log in to your myStudent Parent Portal.
- Navigate to the Forms section.
- Complete and submit the Absence Reporting Form for approval.
For step-by-step instructions and helpful resources, please visit:
👉 www.pasco.k12.fl.us/attendance/absence
We appreciate your continued support in helping us maintain accurate attendance records. If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact the school.
Parent Teacher Conferences
If you would like to request a parent teacher conference, please go to the RRMS website, and click the Parent Tab>Parent Teacher Conference Requests to complete the request form. All Parent Teacher Conferences will be held virtually through TEAMS after school at 1:40PM on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. A Student Services team member will be in contact with arrangements.
RRMS Royal Athletics
Chrissy Brando, Athletic Director cbrando@pasco.k12.fl.us
Joseph Corley, Assistant Athletic Director jcorley@pasco.k12.fl.us
All middle school students may participate in the middle school athletic program. Students must have a valid physical form and submit it through the Athletic Clearance website before tryouts. Please visit the RRMS website under Athletics for all required paperwork. Upon making the team, the following athletic participation fees apply and must be paid within 3 days of making the team:
· Athletic Participation Fee: $60 1st sport, $40 2nd sport; Family cap per school $150, Individual cap $100
GOFAN.CO Digital Ticketing
All athletic tickets must be purchased on GoFan.co. We will not sell tickets at the gates. All middle school sports tickets will be $5.
For each game, if you have purchased a season pass on GoFan.co, you will be guaranteed admission to all HOME athletic events. This All-Access Pass entitles the holder to claim a single ticket for each River Ridge home game for the 2025-26 season. **This pass is not valid for FHSAA State Series events. Season passes are $60.
Free Admission passes (PCSB Employees, FHSAA passes) – We will hold back a limited number of tickets up until game time. Under-school-age children will still be let in free with parents (up to capacity).
Mark Your Calendars...
8th grade students who school choice to RRMS and who would like to be considered for RRHS in 26-27 school year MUST apply for school choice through Pasco Pathways in January.
Other Royal Opportunities...
Yearbook Sales
Yearbooks will be on sale during the school’s Storm the Castle/Open House through December 31st and will be available online or by contacting Ms. Baumaister at cbaumais@pasco.k12.fl.us for $30. From January – April 30, the price will increase to $35. When the books arrive in May, the price will increase to $40. We will also have a yearbook signing celebration exclusively for those students who purchased a yearbook in May. Yearbooks may be purchased online through Walsworth: www.yearbookforever.com. 8th Grade yearbook ads payment will be through GoFan.co for $40.
Birthday Song Fundraiser - Recognize your Student!
Celebrate your child’s birthday with a Birthday Song at lunch from the Administrative Team, balloons, confetti, and an ice cream treat. Complete the form in the front office and provide Mrs. Cace with $5. All proceeds go to student and staff recognition.
Important Links:
Login to your Parent Portal and Complete the Forms Required for the New Year: https://pasco.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/index.php?skipSSO
Pay Student Fees: https://www.studentquickpay.com/pasco/
Purchase Spirit Wear: GoFan.co
School Public Calendar: https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/0120328c89614936bba960f250bd1e60@pasco.k12.fl.us/ab1314af30da413fb329249b680fa84b16538542546199125556/calendar.html
Pasco County Schools & RRMS Expectations, Policies, & Procedures
25-26 Pasco County Schools Student Code of Conduct
All students and families should be provided with the Student Code of Conduct that can be found on the Pasco County Schools' website at https://www.pasco.k12.fl.us/ssps/page/conduct/.
River Ridge Car Loop Update
Over the past few weeks, we’ve made some improvements to the River Ridge car loop to help make arrival and dismissal smoother and safer for everyone.
To ensure all families are familiar with the updated procedures, we’re sharing an instructional video as a helpful reminder of appropriate drop-off and pick-up routines each day. Thank you for following the guidelines to keep our Royal Knights safe!
Please click on the video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKmq_yprFGw
Positive Behavior Intervention Supports: Royal Rewards
Royal Spirit Fridays - Get Your River Ridge gear!
Show Your Royal Spirit with your River Ridge SWAG... new items have been added for purchase on GoFan.co at our River Ridge Spirit Store. Items can be picked up at the front office… don't miss out sizes are limited and new designs are amazing! Go Knights! #WeAreRoyal #RoyalSpiritFridays
Important Contacts
Mrs. Angie Murphy, Principal amurphy@pasco.k12.fl.us 774-7208
Mrs. Melina Brissey, Assistant Principal (6th Grade) mdinamid@pasco.k12.fl.us 774-7234
Ms. Daniell Grubbs, Assistant Principal (7th Grade) dgrubbs@pasco.k12.fl.us 774-7256
Ms. Kristen Martanovic, Assistant Principal (8th Grade) kmartano@pasco.k21.fl.us. 774-7238
Corporal Josh Peters, SRO jopeters@pasco.k12.fl.us 774-7223
Mrs. Denise Doerrfeld, School Counselor (8th Grade) ddoerrfe@pasco.k12.fl.us 774-7253
Ms. Meredith Alston, School Counselor (7th Grade) malston@pasco.k12.fl.us 774-7260
Ms. Kaitlyn Mallery, School Counselor/Academic Advisor (6th Grade) kmallery@pasco.k12.fl.us
Mrs. April Addington, SSAP aaddingt@pasco.k12.fl.us 774-7069
Mrs. Maria Costlow, School Social Worker mcostlow@pasco.k12.fl.us 774-7259
Mrs. Kylie Owens, SBP Social Worker kowens@pasco.k12.fl.us 774-7320
Mrs. Toi Taylor, School Nurse thooksta@pasco.k12.fl.us
Ms. Joanie Noe, Clinic Asst. jnoe@pasco.k12.fl.us 774-7213
Mrs. Flo Cione, Bookkeeper fcione@pasco.k12.fl.us 774-7216
Ms. Chrissy Brando, Athletic Director cbrando@asco.k12.fl.us 774-7187
Mr. Joseph Corley, Assistant Athletic Director jcorley@pasco.k12.fl.us 774-7326
