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We are thrilled to share that the District 18 Delegation secured $150,000 in the Fiscal Year 2027 budget for the Rock View Elementary School playground!

On May 7th, we were honored to welcome members of the District 18 Delegation to Rock View as they presented us with a ceremonial check celebrating this exciting investment in our students and community.

We extend our sincere gratitude to Senator Jeff Waldstreicher and Delegates Jared Solomon, Aaron Kaufman, and Emily Shetty for their partnership and support in helping us expand and beautify our playground space for all students and families.

This incredible investment represents the power of community advocacy and shared commitment to creating joyful, engaging spaces where children can learn, play, and grow.

We are excited for what’s ahead and look forward to sharing updates as this vision becomes a reality for Rock View!

As Staff Appreciation Week comes to a close, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the entire Rock View Elementary School community for celebrating and supporting our staff in such meaningful ways this past week.

Our staff truly felt the love, kindness, and appreciation from students, families, and the community. From thoughtful notes and words of encouragement to the delicious treats and meals, our team was well fed with love and joy all week long!

Thank you to everyone who donated, organized, contributed, and helped make this week so special. Your generosity and support mean more than words can express, and it reminded our staff how valued and appreciated they are each and every day.

We are so grateful to be part of such a caring and supportive school community.

I want to share an update regarding student attendance. We are continuing to work on reducing chronic absenteeism across all grade levels, as lower percentages reflect stronger attendance.

Chronically Absent % As of May 7th

Kindergarten- 24.39 (+1.22%)

1st Grade- 15% (-0%)

2nd Grade- 20.19% (+1.92%)

3rd Grade- 16.5% (-.64%)

4th Grade- 12.50% (-0%)

5th Grade- 18.56% (-0%)

As of today, 17.79% of our students are identified as Chronically Absent, which reflects a decrease of -3.36% compared to last year and +.39% from last week!

SATISFACTORY: 9 or fewer absences during the school year.

Best chance to develop essential grade-level skills for success now and in the future.

CAUTION / WARNING: 10–17 days absent during the school year.

In danger of falling behind and not developing essential grade-level skills.

CHRONIC ABSENTEEISM: 18 or more days absent during the school year.

Missing critical instruction time and at the greatest risk of falling behind and/or dropping out of school.

Every day of school matters.

~AP Helse

Kindergarten Registration Now Open

For the 2026-2027 school year, kindergarten registration is now open and being held online through the ParentVUE portal. Children who will be 5 years old by Sept. 1, 2026 are eligible. If your family is new to MCPS, you will need to create a ParentVue account here. After creating an account, you will be prompted to register when you first log in.

Registration sessions will be held in person beginning Monday, March 16. Schools will share further information about kindergarten registration with families. Early entrance to kindergarten and first grade opens on Monday, March 9.

All You Need to Know for Lunch
The Free and Reduced-price Meals (FARMS) application is available for the 2025–2026 school year. A new FARMS application must be completed every school year. Meals are free for students who qualify for the program. Only one application is needed for all students in a household. Learn more.

Visit the Department of Food and Nutrition and Services webpage for information on breakfast and lunch menus and how to add money to your child’s account through MySchoolBucks.

https://schools.mealviewer.com/school/RockViewES

Volunteers Make a Difference
MCPS welcomes volunteers! Our schools are stronger because parents, caregivers, and community members step in to help. Whether it’s chaperoning a trip, coaching, or lending a hand in the classroom, volunteers make a real difference for kids. At the same time, nothing matters more than keeping every child safe. That’s why we require all volunteers to complete the required training—and some volunteers must also complete a fingerprinted background check, including:

• Volunteer coaches

• Grade 6 Outdoor Education

• Overnight or extended day field trip chaperones (returning after 7:00 p.m. or out-of-area/state)

• Volunteers working 1:1 with students unsupervised

For more information about being a volunteer with MCPS, visit these websites

• Volunteer Information

• Application Form

• Child Abuse and Neglect Training

• MCPS Background Screening Office (for criminal background checks)

Time is Almost Up … MCPS Needs to Hear From You

There are only a couple of days left to reply to the survey, and it will take less than 10 minutes! Share with us what’s working well and where we can improve as a district, from academics and communication to the overall school and office climate. Your input does matter.

This important annual survey is open until May 10. Learn more and take the survey.

Families: Take the survey.
Students: Take the survey. No student ID required!

Parents, Keep Up the Great Work at Home!

It is testing and assessment season, and we are so proud of the way students are showing perseverance and focus.
Your support at home remains important:

• Maintain consistent sleep routines.

• Encourage positive thinking and effort.

• Remind your child to use strategies such as taking their time and checking their work.

Learn More About MCPS Summer Programs
Registration for Summer School!: MCPS is offering the Ignite Middle School Academy, which will offer math and literacy at six sites. Register on ParentVue. There is also in-person high school and virtual high school summer school. Check out College Essay Writing and Test Prep to build student confidence and reduce test anxiety. Talk with your high school counselor to sign up

Phone: 240-740-0920

Address: 3901 Denfeld Ave, Kensington, MD 20850

Principal- Kilsys Batista, kilsys_c_batista@mcpsmd.org

Assistant Principal- Tyvae Helse, tyvae_helse@mcpsmd.org

Admin Secretary- Nancy Morin, nancy_L_morin@mcpsmd.org

Website: montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/rockviewes/