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Panther Tales Mini

August 27, 2026

Panther Tales MiniAugust 27, 2026

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Mini: Top Reminders & Helpful Links Mini: Top Reminders & Helpful Links

Welcome to our Panther Tales "Mini". We will be back next week with a full-sized Panther Tales. If you did not read Last Week's Panther Tales, you can find more detailed information about these reminders by clicking HERE.

1. Skip the Carpool Line Parking Spot Auction - Bid by Aug. 28

Bidding closes tomorrow on this reserved parking spot, which can be used for a carpool of up to 5 students and is valid for the remaining of the school year. Please click HERE for additional details and to bid!

2. Fall Picture Day - Sept.1

The new date for Fall Picture Day is September 1. Bring your camera-ready smiles and dress in uniform that day! RCMS is using the vendor LifeTouch. To order photos visit Mylifetouch.com to create an account or login with our Picture Day ID: EVTSHXXJP.

3. Title 1 Meeting and Curriculum Night - Sept. 3

Curriculum Night will be September 3. This evening is for parents only, and it is a chance for parents to meet teachers, learn about the year's curriculum and ask questions. Find more info HERE.

4. Fun Friday & College Spirit Day - Sept. 4

Next Friday, September 4, is Fun Friday! Students can wear their favorite college or university shirt, sweatshirt or jersey. uniform bottoms still required! They will also have the opportunity to purchase Kona Ice with cash or card, with prices ranging from $4-$7. There will be music and fun for the students during the lunch period.

We need a few volunteers to assist, consider signing up HERE!

5. Winter Sports Physicals Due - Sept. 8

If your student is interested in participating in one of the WINTER athletic teams offered at RCMS, they MUST have a valid physical on file by September 8. Access the physical packet HERE. Winter sports include Tennis, Volleyball (boys), Basketball and Tumbling. Note: Previous Panther Tales listed the due date as Sept. 4. Hooray for extra time!

6. Wear Teal or Purple for Suicide Prevention & Awareness Month - Sept. 10

September is Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month, a time to come together as a community to promote mental health, encourage help-seeking behaviors, and remind one another that support is always available. At RCMS, we are committed to fostering a culture of care, connection, and belonging. During the week of September 6-11, our school will participate in activities that promote awareness, encourage meaningful conversations, and reinforce the importance of mental health and well-being. On September 10, we invite all students and staff to wear teal or purple in recognition of this effort.

7. Fall Sports Spirit Night - Sept. 14

Join us September 14 immediately following school to cheer on home outings for our soccer, softball and volleyball teams! Free snacks will be provided by the RCMS Foundation - save the date!

8. Pantherpalooza is Coming Oct. 8!

Get ready for an exciting afternoon packed with games, rides, food, music and Panther spirit! Students can stay after school and enjoy the festivities from 4-6:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 until Oct. 2 and $30 the day of the event. Find out more and get tickets HERE. Note: all Silver, Gold, and Platinum Level Foundation members receive one complimentary ticket.

9. Procedure for Changes in Transportation

To request a change in transportation, the parent/guardian must provide a written note that includes:

  • Student’s name
  • Name of the student they will be riding home with
  • Bus number or route they will be riding
  • Date(s) of the requested change


Morning Procedure:

  1. The student should bring the note to the front office in the morning.
  2. Ms. Price will verify the request and initial the note if it is approved.
  3. The original note will be returned to the student to show the bus driver.
  4. A copy of the approved note will be made and kept in the front office.

Got News? Got News?

Information published in Panther Tales is limited to communications directly from RCMS, RCMS PTA, RCMS Foundation, Fulton County Schools or our feeder schools and can be submitted it to PanthertalesRCMS@gmail.com.

If you wish to share promotional material related to a local opportunity such as a camp, sports program or other business geared towards our students, you can learn how to distribute your materials through Peach Jar by clicking here.

Corporate Partnerships Corporate Partnerships

Thank you to these partners in our community who have chosen to support RCMS!

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Cougar Level Cougar Level

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We will feature our corporate partners in each issue of Panther Tales. If you have a business (or know of one) who is interested in supporting our Panthers, please visit our Corporate Partners page and learn how you can help our students AND have your business featured here!

Click HERE to Partner with RCMS!
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