Panther Tales

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Dear Ridgeview United Families,

First and foremost, we want to remind you that Fulton County Schools has cancelled school for tomorrow, September 27th, due to the anticipated storm. Please stay safe and take care of yourselves. We will see you back at school on Monday!

Next, as we approach the end of the first academic quarter on October 8th, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible progress our students have made this year. It’s been inspiring to see their hard work and dedication in the classroom.

In addition to academics, our sports programs are in full swing, and I couldn’t be prouder of our athletes! Their teamwork, commitment, and sportsmanship are truly commendable. We encourage everyone to come out and support our teams at the upcoming games—there’s nothing like the energy of our school community cheering on our students!

Great things are happening at our school, and I’m excited for what’s to come. Thank you for your continued support and involvement. Together, we are making this a fantastic year for our students!

Warm regards,

Principal Garrett

September 27th: School Closed Due to Weather

September 27th: Online Auction Closes 9:00 pm

September 30th: Softball Home Game, 5:00 pm

September 30th: Volleyball Home Games 4:45 (C), 5:45 (B), 6:45 (A)

October 1st: Softball Home Game, 5:00 pm

October 1st: Volleyball Home Game: 5:00 (B), 6:00 (A)

October 3rd: Softball Home Game, 5:00 pm

October 9th: Basketball Tryouts begin. Click here for schedule.

October 10th: Patherpalooza

October 24th: Hispanic Heritage Night & Concert (Chorus, Band and Orchestra)

Help us celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with special dress options for each Friday. Get ready to show your spirit and celebrate our diverse cultures!

Please note that students should be in Uniform if they are not participating in the day's theme. As always, students may not wear anything that is intended to insult another student's culture or heritage.

Friday, October 4, 2024: "Flag Day"

Wear a shirt with colors that represent the flag of a Hispanic country.

Permitted: In addition to normal Friday Uniform options, Students may wear a shirt that represents the flag colors of a Hispanic Country.

Friday, October 11, 2024: "Famous Hispanic Person Day"

Dress in your best representation of a famous Hispanic individual.

Permitted: In addition to normal Friday Uniform, Students may choose to dress as a famous Hispanic person.

Friday, October 18, 2024: "Coco & Encanto Movie Character Day"

Wear clothing that represents a character from the movies Coco or Encanto.

Permitted: In addition to normal Friday Uniform, students may wear school-appropriate attire and jewelry that represent your chosen character.

Our first academic quarter will end on October 8th. After this date, teachers will be finalizing grades, and you’ll be able to view them in Infinite Campus starting October 18th.

As we approach the end of the quarter, please take this opportunity to discuss your child's progress with them and ensure that all assignments have been turned in.

We are excited to introduce Ms. Jennifer Hawke, one of our dedicated educators! Hailing from Albany, Georgia, Ms. Hawke earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Georgia and her master's from Liberty University. She currently resides in Atlanta, where she enjoys the vibrant community.

This year, Ms. Hawke's goal is simple yet impactful: to create a fun and engaging atmosphere for all her students. Outside of the classroom, she stays active by playing pickleball and walking the Beltline. We’re thrilled to have her as part of our team and can’t wait to see the positive energy she brings to our school!

Resource for Parents: This article gives you 7 Tips on how to improve students' mathematical understanding.

https://www.hmhco.com/blog/7-tips-for-helping-your-child-with-math-at-home

Basketball is one of the largest sports we have at RCMS. Tryouts will begin on October 9th. The Tryout dates are separated by gender and by grade. Please check the athletics page to ensure that you are up to date on the tryout schedule if your child is interested in playing basketball.

We are pleased to announce that several clubs are still accepting new members. If you are interested in joining, please click the link below to sign up.

Please note that the following clubs are currently at capacity: Garden, Pottery, Video Game, Yearbook, Robotics/Python, and Fiber Arts. Students wishing to join these clubs will be placed on a waiting list.

Thank you for your interest in our extracurricular activities!

https://forms.office.com/r/BMhxWN2G9V

We have already raised over $12,000!!! Our Online Auction is FILLED with incredible prizes: Restaurant gift cards, sporting event tickets, vacation stays, local experiences, artwork and PRINCIPAL FOR THE DAY and much much MORE! Click HERE to view the auction and help support our students through the RCMS Foundation.

Pantherpalooza is a fun-filled evening just for Ridgeview students! Students stay after school and enjoy loads of bounce houses, games and other fun. Wristbands are available for $25 in advance or $30 on the day of the event. Concessions are also available for purchase- CASH ONLY. Parents must arrange transportation for their student after the event. You can purchase your Pantherpalooza advance wristbands online by clicking here until 10/6 or your student can purchase the wristband during their lunch period until 10/9 (Cash preferred). Wristbands will be delivered to your student's homeroom on the day of the event.

Help support our teachers and show them how much we love them! The teacher’s lounge is running low on stock. We could really use your help to stock it! Order an item (or two!) on the Amazon Wishlist and make sure you choose Laura Holtzclaw for delivery. Thanks in advance for supporting our teachers!!

Calling all "Handy Parents"! Are you relatively handy or willing to assist on projects? Can you help around the school when needs arise? Sign up here to be on our Dads on Deck/PTA Projects contact list! https://forms.office.com/r/GYWZird58w?origin=lprLink

All hands on deck! We need lots of volunteers to help make this event a success for our students. Volunteers are needed to sell wristbands leading up to the event and to actually staff the event itself. Please sign up if you are able! Plus-since Pantherpalooza is only for students, volunteering is the only way you can spy on your kids! Click here to volunteer!!

Student Government Association ("SGA") Gets to Work!

Students love reading in our Media Center/Library!

Cross Country Runners work hard and battle the heat at Brook Run meet!

Thank you to these local businesses who have chosen to support our Panthers. Please consider supporting them in return!

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