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Dear Rock View Families,

Roadrunner families, I hope this cold weather and snow find you warm and in a safe place. The sleet and ice have definitely taken this Florida girl by surprise, but I will take preparing for a snowstorm over a hurricane any day! I hope our students are able to take this time to rest and read, and we look forward to being back together soon.

The message below was sent to all families to announce our Code RED status

CODE RED – All MCPS schools and offices are closed Monday, January 26, AND Tuesday, January 27

As you might expect…It’s A Snow Day (two of them)! Check out this fun video to announce our status.

Given current inclement weather conditions and the time expected to complete snow and ice removal, MCPS is operating under CODE RED for Monday, January 26 AND Tuesday, January 27.

• All schools and offices are closed on Monday, January 26 AND Tuesday, January 27
• Emergency personnel report as directed
• All activities, field trips, and programs in schools and on school grounds are canceled, including athletic practices and events
• All childcare programs and community use activities are canceled
• Staff training scheduled for Monday and/or Tuesday will be canceled or rescheduled for a later date
• Information about grading deadlines and grade reporting will be shared later this week

We will provide an update for Wednesday’s operational status on Tuesday at 4 p.m.

Warmly,

Kilsys Batista, Principal

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.

As of today, 21.74% of our students are identified as Chronically Absent, which reflects an increase of 1.84% compared to last year and an increase of 1.25% from last week.

Chronically Absent % As January 22nd

Kindergarten- 32.93% (up 3.66)

1st Grade- 25.51% (no change)

2nd Grade- 20.19% (up 1.17)

3rd Grade- 20.75% (up .95)

4th Grade-12.22% (up 1.11)

5th Grade-15.31% (up 1.03)

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.

-Ms. Batista

One of the things that makes Rock View such a special place is our shared commitment to creating a positive, safe, and supportive school environment for every student. When families and school staff work together, students feel more confident, connected, and ready to learn. We encourage you to take a few moments this week to talk with your child about how they can help contribute to a positive school community and how to ask for help when needed.

At school, students are encouraged to speak up by:

• Talking to a trusted adult (teacher, support staff, or administrator)

• Speaking with one of our school counselors

• Letting an adult know if something feels unsafe or concerning

• Asking for help for themselves or for a friend

When concerns are shared, our staff responds promptly and thoughtfully, with a focus on student well-being, learning, and clear communication with families. Thank you for your continued partnership in helping Rock View remain a welcoming and supportive place for all.

~AP Helse

✨ CALLING ALL RISING STARS! ✨

Hey Rock View Family! 🌟

The buzz is in the air for our spectacular 2026 Variety Show!

Your flyers went home last Friday, and we’re already seeing incredible sign-ups rolling in!

Whether you’re a dancer, singer, musician, magician, or have a totally unique talent to share – we want YOU on our stage!

🎭 The Big Show 🎭

Thursday, March 19th is YOUR night to shine!

Solo or with friends, get ready to create an unforgettable performance that’ll have everyone cheering!

⭐ Why You Don’t Want to Miss This ⭐

• Create amazing memories with your friends
• Show off that talent you’ve been practicing
• Feel the energy of a real live audience
• Be part of one our school’s biggest event!

📝 Quick Reminder! 📝

Remember to:

• Turn in your Permission Slip (attached to our beautiful flyers)
• Scan that QR code to fill out your audition form or use this link: bit.ly/rvesvarietyshow

✨ Important Date Alert ✨

All forms must reach your teacher by Thursday, February 5th!

Start planning your act, gather your friends, and let’s make this the most incredible Variety Show yet!

The stage is ready… are YOU?

Sign up now and let your talent SHINE! ✨

Don’t miss out – get those forms in by February 5th and be part of the most amazing show of 2026!

Got questions? Mrs. Taupenot is here to help!

#ShowTime

#RockViewTalent

#VarietyShow2026

Happy New Year Rock View families! To kick of character education in 2026, we will be working on cooperation. This means we will be helping students learn how to work respectfully with others in order to achieve a shared goal. There are always opportunities to practice cooperation at school, at home, and anywhere else your child might go throughout their day. We hope you will do your best to make sure your child is at school every day so they can learn about cooperation alongside their peers.

Come join us at this year's Multicultural Night on Thursday, February 12 from 6-8 pm! There will be food, music, dancing, and a performance by Albert Einstein HS's Titanes Salseros!

However, we need YOUR help to make this night the best it can be!

SIGN UP HERE if you'd like to:

- Host a cultural table (we need 10 more hosts!)

- Bring food or drink to share (does not have to be traditional food)

- Volunteer at Multicultural Night, including set up, clean up, and/or handing out food

- Have you or your children perform

Questions? Text Maddie at (240) 375-9704 or email board@rvespta.org. See you there!

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)

Stay Connected to Your Student’s Learning
As we approach the end of the marking period, a critical part of student success is two-way communication between school and home.
There are several ways to receive communication on student performance:

• Report cards, issued at the end of each marking period.

• Interim reports, issued between the fourth and sixth weeks of the marking period.

• Teacher phone calls and emails.

• Parent/Caregiver–Teacher conferences.

The best way to stay informed on grades, assignments and teacher feedback is through ParentVUE.

Summer School: More Opportunities, More Access, More Support
Changes are coming to this year’s summer school programs. MCPS will implement a four-day week (8 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Monday–Thursday) to provide consistency for families, maximize instructional time and allow Friday for planning, professional learning, curriculum setup and transportation adjustments. Read more.

Now You Know: End of Second Quarter — Check Your Progress
The second marking period wraps up on Friday, Jan. 23, so now is a great time for students to check in on their progress. It’s important that students complete their work on time; late work will not be accepted during the final week of the marking period. Read more.
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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/