Ridgeline eNews
October 15, 2026
RIDGELINE CALENDAR OF EVENTS:
OCTOBER
Friday, 10/16 Fundraising Committee, Ridgeline Library, 8:45-10:15 a.m.
Wednesday, 10/21 End of Normalization
Thursday, 10/22 Curriculum Sharing, in Ridgeline classrooms, 3:05 - 4:05 p.m. or 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Monday, 10/26 Spirit Week starts
Wednesday, 10/28 Jog-a-thon, on Rexius Trail from 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Friday, 10/30 Last day of Spirit Week
NOVEMBER
Wednesday 11/4 Picture Re-take Day
Thursday 11/5 Silent Auction Event Planning Meeting 8:45-9:45 am
Thursday 11/5 Jog-a-thon Pledge Packets due
Friday 11/6 No School: Planning Day
Saturday 11/7 Turf-mageddon - Outdoor Work Day, 9am at Ridgeline
Monday 11/9 Fundraiser at Mucho Gusto - Day 1
Tuesday 11/10 Fundraiser at Much Gusto - Day 2
Wednesday 11/11 No School: Veteran’s Day
Thursday 11/12 Board Meeting 6-8pm
Friday 11/13 Ridgeline Board Coffee Talk, 1:45-2:45 pm, Hideaway Bakery
Click here to view the full calendar as some dates may change.
***NOTE: Ridgeline’s calendar differs slightly from 4J elementary and middle school calendars.
🎉 Ridgeline Families, You’re Invited to Curriculum Sharing!
Ridgeline parents and families—especially those new to our Montessori community—are in for a treat! Curriculum Sharing is a special opportunity for your child to be your guide, lead you through their classroom, and proudly share their favorite work.
🌟 This informal, student-led event puts your child in the spotlight as they show off the confidence, independence, and love of learning they’ve been building since the start of the school year.
📅 Thursday, October 22
Classrooms will be open during two sessions:
1️⃣ 3:05–4:05 p.m.
☕ Teacher Break: 4:05–6:00 p.m.
2️⃣ 6:00–7:00 p.m.
✨ Choose the session that works best for your family, and come celebrate your child’s growth, accomplishments, and joyful learning at Ridgeline!
Check out the video before for more info.
🎉 SPIRIT WEEK IS COMING! October 26–30
🦅 Get ready to show off your Ridgeline Spirit! Spirit Week is just around the corner, bringing five days of themed dress-up fun. Start planning those creative outfits now—the more spirited, the better!
👚 THEMED DRESS-UP DAYS
😴 Monday, 10/26 — Pajama Day
Roll out of bed and into your favorite school-appropriate pajamas!
🍕 Tuesday, 10/27 — You Are What You Eat Day
Dress like your favorite food or rock a color inspired by something delicious! If it looks good enough to eat, you’re on theme!
🌈 Wednesday, 10/28 — Color Day
Go bold with a rainbow outfit or dress head-to-toe in your favorite color!
Jog-a-Thon reminder: Wear appropriate running shoes and comfortable clothing for all that running and fun!
🤪 Thursday, 10/29 — Wacky Accessories Day
The wackier, the better! Bring on the funky hats, silly socks, fun jewelry, and outrageous accessories—as long as they’re school-appropriate.
🐾 Friday, 10/30 — Animal Day
Unleash your wild side! Bring on the animal ears, tails, spots, stripes, and claws. Let’s turn Ridgeline into a zoo!
🎃 A QUICK HALLOWEEN REMINDER
- We invite students to participate in the Spirit Week Theme Days and for those who dress up for Halloween, save those costumes for the weekend.
🍎 Lunchbox reminder
- Please leave candy and sugary treats at home rather than packing them in student lunches. Thank you for helping us keep our school day focused on learning and wellness!
💚 Let’s make this Spirit Week one to remember! Get creative, have fun, and let your Ridgeline pride shine!
🏃♀️Ridgeline’s Jog-a-Thon - Wednesday, October 28
🏃♀️ Ridgeline Jog-a-Thon Is Almost Here!
📅 Wednesday, October 28 | Starting at 10 a.m.
Get ready to run, cheer, and raise funds for Ridgeline! 💚 Our Jog-a-Thon supports Art, P.E., and campus facilities.
Here’s how to get involved.
🎒 Pledge Packets Coming Home!
Packets arrive Friday, October 23!
Grades 1–8: Jog a 0.6-mile loop on the Rexius Trail, collecting bracelets every ¼ mile.
Kindergarten: Run adorable 67-meter laps on the south field, collecting a bracelet each lap.
💚 How Families Can Help
💰 Gather Pledges: Students can start asking family and friends for pledges! Use the QR code on the flyer for easy online donations. Flyers will be sent home in backpacks on October 16.
👟 Volunteer: Sign up here! Help hand out water, count laps, and keep the fun going! Every helping hand counts.
📣 Come Cheer: Bring your signs, loudest cheers, and school spirit! Family-friendly costumes are welcome for Spirit Week—please leave masks and scary attire at home.
🍿 Sponsor Post-Run Snacks: We’re seeking a $150 Event Hospitality Sponsor to help fuel our runners with 7 cases of organic apple juice boxes, rainbow popcorn bags, and 8 lbs. of popcorn kernels. We’ll handle the shopping—you make the snack magic happen! 🧃
🎉 Two Fun Incentives!
Raise $12,000: Students get to vote on one of three hair-dye colors for Principal Sara!
Top 3 classes in participation: Enjoy a special Brain Game Session!
Let’s lace up, show up, and make this our best Jog-a-Thon yet! 🦅💚
Weekly eNews Sponsored by Summit Bank