Panther Tales

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Dear Parents,

It's hard to believe that this is our last full-sized Panther Tales of the school year. Next week will be a blur of Olympics and fun together as a school community. As we approach the end of the school year, I want to take a moment to thank you for your continued partnership, support, and trust. Your involvement has played a vital role in making this year a successful one for our students, and we are truly grateful.

From early morning drop-offs to late-night homework help, your commitment to your child’s education does not go unnoticed. We’ve celebrated growth, overcome challenges, and created lasting memories together—and we couldn’t have done it without you.

On behalf of our entire staff, we wish you a restful, safe, and joyful summer. We look forward to welcoming you back in the fall for another year of learning and achievement.

With appreciation,
Thomas Garrett

Principal

• May 17th: 8th Grade Dance ​- You can still sign up to volunteer HERE.

• May 19th: 8th Grade Picnic ​- sign up here to volunteer

• May 20-22: Olympics ​-sign up here to volunteer for t-shirt distribution.

• May 22nd: LAST DAY OF SCHOOL

• June 6th: Deadline for accepting high school credits for eligible courses {Scroll for info}.

Excuse us as we take a minute to brag about these Panthers...

The Principal's Award is a prestigious honor bestowed upon 8th Grade students who exemplify outstanding qualities in citizenship, athletics and/or music, academics, and leadership. Recipients of this award demonstrate exceptional commitment to their school community and beyond, embodying the values of integrity, responsibility, and respect.

Overall, recipients of the Principal's Award embody the well-rounded qualities that

contribute to the fabric of a vibrant and thriving school community. Their

achievements and contributions serve as a source of inspiration and pride for

their peers, teachers, and the school administration.

Congratulations to this year's Principals Award Winners!!

Congratulations to the Class of 2025 Top Ten Students. These students have the ten highest Grade Point Averages during their time at RCMS.

Congratulations to all of the Panthers who are now graduating from Riverwood International Charter School. We are proud of you and cannot wait to see what you do next!

If your student is any courses eligible for high school credit, you will need to accept or decline high school credit for those classes.

• May 21st : You will receive an email from Ms. Bulluck explaining the process and asking you to submit your decision.
• June 6th : You will have until Friday, June 6 to respond to that email accepting or declining high school credit.

Courses eligible for high school credit: Spanish 1, French 1, Japanese 1, Enhanced Algebra, Algebra 1, Geometry, Physical Science, 9th Grade Literature/Composition

If you have any questions about what it means to accept or decline high school credit and how it may impact your student’s academic record, please reach out to Ms. Bulluck at Bulluck@fultonschools.org

Ridgeview Charter Middle School will offer both recommended and required summer learning opportunities for students during summer 2025. Students who qualify for either program will receive a summer school registration letter from their teacher. Summer Learning will take place at Ridgeview daily between June 2nd and June 30th.

You can learn about the Summer Learning Program, including the criteria for being required or recommended to attend, information about transportation and nutrition, or information about the curriculum, by clicking HERE.

Final report cards for the year will be available on Infinite Campus by May 31st. Please take this opportunity to review these grades with your child, celebrate the successes and discuss opportunities for growth in the next school year.

Summer Office Hours will be 8 a.m.-4 p.m. each day. Ridgeview will have summer registration on Tuesday and Thursday from 9-10:30 a.m. and Wednesday from 12:30-2 p.m. Students who attended one of our feeder schools DO NOT need to register at Ridgeview for the upcoming school year.

Important dates and information are already located on our Back to School Website! Dress code, transportation, sports physicals, supply lists and MORE!

***Please note, the website will undergo some annual maintenance in July, so please note these important dates now and be patient if we have some interruptions in information updates***

• July 1st: Deadline for Ordering Spirit Wear to ensure delivery before school starts! (Scroll for Info)
• July 31st: Panther Peek Open House: 6th Grade: 9-11:30 am, 7th Grade: 12-1:30 pm, 8th Grade: 2-3:30 pm
• August 4th: First Day of School:- Don't be late!
• August 8th: Sports Physicals are DUE! Available on the Athletics Webpage.

Volunteers are needed for set up, clean up, and during the event. In years past we've collected items for the event to be purchased by 8th grade parents and dropped off at a specific house. This year, the PTA is asking 8th grade parents to contribute any amount between $5-30 dollars to help cover the cost of the picnic. Please click HERE for volunteer and contribution information.

For the ultimate galactic glow in the dark experience, we recommend wearing white or neon colors (not required). Dance tickets are $15 and can still be purchased at the door. This event is open to Ridgeview 8th graders only.

The event is chaperoned by teachers and staff. Volunteers are still needed to set up and take down. Sign up to Volunteer HERE.

• Olympics Shirt Distribution- May 19th- 20th: Volunteers are needed to distribute Olympics T-shirts from 8:35 am - 9:00 am. Please sign up HERE if you can help.
• Olympics Day-Of Volunteers: Volunteers are needed throughout the day during Olympics. Please sign up HERE if you can help.

The Foundation is looking for Corporate Partners for our 2025-2026 School Year. This is a great way to get your name out to our community and support our students at the same time! Notice all those banners along the front driveway and the logos at the bottom of Panther Tales? Your business can be there next year. If you own a business that would like to give back to RCMS, or know of one, please email melissa.a.rutten@gmail.com. You can download our 2025-2025 Partnership Program below and learn more by visiting https://rcmsfoundation.org/partners

Thank you to all of the PTA volunteers and supporters who helped make our Staff Appreciation Week a success. Staff were treated to delicious meals, gift cards, a picnic and a new wellness lounge complete with three massage chairs to restore and renew our wonderful staff!

In order keep up with demand, we are moving the store to an online platform for the 2025-26 school year. You will be able to customize your selections for t-shirts, hoodies, crewnecks, etc. with approved designs. Once purchased, items will be shipped to your home.

The online store will open on June 1st and orders must be placed by July 1st to ensure delivery in time for the first day of school. Watch for more information and updates on the PTA Facebook (Ridgeview Charter Middle School PTA) and Instagram (rcms_pta) pages.

RCMS has one of the largest bands in FCS and students are never turned away due to their inability to buy or rent an instrument. If you have an instrument you no longer need (even if it is need of repairs!) please donate it to help the next generation of Panthers make music!

Register to receive free summer lunches and school supplies from the Community Assistance Center ("CAC") by clicking HERE.

RCMS 8th graders are permitted to play lacrosse for Riverwood. The Riverwood lacrosse coach is considering offering clinics and lessons to rising 7th and 8th grade girls. Please fill out this quick form to help gauge interest in these clinics and lessons:. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdP7uxTquhtrfisHPTBgRwLaXmoRHqgIsNwfYH4A2_IRXt0cw/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0

7th Grade Science Students took a three dimensional look into the anatomy of a frog during dissections!

RCMS Orchestra students enjoyed a delicious banquet together before their final concert of the year. By all accounts- they sounded amazing!

Thank you to these local businesses who have chosen to support our Panthers.

Besides Panther Tales, Ridgeview Charter Middle School has several ways you can stay up-to-date on news and happenings. Follow us on our main Facebook and Instagram pages for a peek into the daily life of RCMS, plus read success stories about some of our RCMS alumni!

Email: Ridgeview@fultonschools.org
Location: 5340 South Trimble Road, Sandy Springs, GA, USA
Phone: (470)254-7710
Twitter: @RCMSPanther