Thundercat Weekly

September 9–10 — MAP ELA Testing

September 16–17 — MAP Science Testing
September 25 — Professional Learning Day — No Students

We appreciate our students and families for supporting RTMS after-school activities and sporting events. Please help us maintain a positive and respectful environment at every event.

Please remember:

• Students must leave campus after dismissal and return for the event.
• Tickets are required for all sporting events. Purchase tickets through GoFan.
• Students must follow all school expectations and demonstrate appropriate behavior.
• Positive cheering is encouraged. Derogatory comments and unsportsmanlike conduct will result in removal from the game.
• FBISD follows the Texas Way for fan expectations. Texas Way Fan Expectations
• Parents/guardians must pick up students within 10 minutes of the event ending.
• Repeated behavior concerns or late pick-ups may result in the loss of the privilege to attend future events.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership!

Student IDs are required to be worn daily. All students have received a new ID for the 2026–2027 school year.

If your student has misplaced their ID, a replacement may be purchased for $5. The fee will be added to your student’s Skyward account.

Click here to purchase a replacement ID

To help students keep their Student ID secure, we strongly encourage families to purchase a hard plastic ID holder/case that securely holds the ID and prevents it from falling out. The plastic sleeve/case provided by the school can wear down or break over time, which may result in students losing their ID.

Student Council will have the first meeting of the year Wednesday , Sept 9 at 8:25 in the library.

This is open to all 6-8th grade students. Please grab a pass from Ms.Janke or Coach Barger.

Please come join us!

Manage your Thundercat's meal account easily using SchoolCafé. Create an account to make online payments, set up auto-pay, apply purchase restrictions, receive low-balance alerts, view cafeteria purchases and school menus, and even submit free/reduced meal applications.

Get started here: SchoolCafé – FBISD

Use the RTMS Car Rider Line (circles around RTMS) for all student drop-offs and pick-ups.

No drop-offs or pick-ups on the street, in parking lots, by cutting in line, on Water’s Lake Blvd, or in the shared DLE/RTMS lot.

Walkers and bikers must cross at the flagpole crosswalk only (crossing guard on site).

Be a Good Neighbor

Use only designated school parking/drop-off areas, keep driveways clear, and avoid parking in yards or unauthorized spots.

Our counseling team is here to support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth. Learn more about available services and resources by visiting our Counselor Page

Please see the attached Level-Down Request Process for guidance on submitting and completing level-down requests.

FCA kicks off on Friday, Sept 4 at 8:10am in the library. Drop off is at the front of the school. Coach Barger will open the doors at 8:10am and they will be locked at 8:15am.

If interested in FCA please join our SportsYou group- E8S7-4MXK

For more information contact Coach Barger - dana.barger@fortbendisd.gov

FCA Dates for 2026-27

FCA will meet at 8:10am in the library

October 2

November 6

December 4

January 8

February 5

*March 4

April 2

May 7

*March 4 is a Thursday, due to no school on Friday, March 5

Students planning to participate in athletics for the 2026–2027 school year must have a completed UIL physical on file prior to participation.

Please note:

• All physicals must be dated after April 1, 2026

• Physicals must include a physician stamp to be considered valid

• Required forms should be uploaded through Rank One

Families can access the UIL Physical Form and additional information using the link below:

FBISD Athletics Physical Form Information

We encourage families to complete physicals early over the summer to avoid delays in athletic participation for the upcoming school year.

If your student plans to play football at Ronald Thornton Middle School this season, please take a moment to complete the football interest questionnaire below. This helps our coaching staff plan for equipment, practices, and the upcoming season.

➡️ Football Interest Form:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/pZ1XyzGd2p

RTMS Football Families: Please review the football information packet sent by Coach Batiste. It contains important details regarding:

• Equipment pickup

• Practice schedules

• Rank One requirements

• Locker room procedures

• Season expectations and other important information

Thank you for completing the questionnaire. We are excited to welcome our student-athletes and look forward to another great Thundercat football season!

We’re thrilled to launch our 2025 RTMS PTO ThunderCash fundraiser!

Our goal is to raise $20,000 to support grade-level socials, career day, campus refresh, staff treats, classroom grants & student welfare.

For just $75 per student, you can help us power these opportunities AND earn prize entries for:

Each sponsored family is entered to win the following:

• Giftcard to McDonalds
• Snack Pack (Takis, candy, Gatorade)
• Giftcard to CFA
• Giftcard to Crave cookies

Grand Prize Drawing Items:

• $50 Target Gift Card
• $50 Amazon Gift Card
• $50 Lululemon Gift Card
• Ultimate Grand Prize: Custom Nike Dunks

Every dollar you donate helps and the more you give, the more chances to win!

From Join the Pack at $75 to Pack Leader at $750, every tier brings bonus incentives and Thundercat glory.

Donate today at: www.rtmspto.net

Thank you for supporting our incredible students!

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/RTMSThundercats
• Website: https://rtms.fortbendisd.gov/
• RTMS PTO https://www.rtmspto.net/

• Schoology Support for Parents

• School Cafe (Lunch Accounts)

• FBISD Volunteer Application & Background Check

Website: https://rtms.fortbendisd.gov/