RMS News and Updates

We need your help. We have seen a rise of students using their cell phones during the school day. As a reminder, students may freely use their cellphones before the first bell (8:00 a.m.) and after the dismissal bell rings at 2:45 p.m. During the school day we ask that all phones are put away, unless students get a pass and go to the office to use their phone.

The use of cellphones during the school day results in distractions, reduced time in class, increased peer-to-peer conflict, and the inability to be present for learning. We know that cell phones are a large part of our students' realities, but like anything, a healthy balance of use and disconnecting is imperative. Please refrain from texting or calling your child throughout the school day. If you need to reach them, call the office. We appreciate your attention to this matter.

As always, thank you so much for your support and collaboration as we strive to create an environment where all students can do their best.

Thank you for reading. This issue has a lot to celebrate!! Enjoy a relaxing and safe break!

February 19-23- February Break

February 28 - 8th Grade NAEP Testing

March 1 - Quarter 3 Progress Reports Sent Home

March 18-22 - Book Fair

March 21-22 - Student Led Conferences

We are excited to announce our January Students' of the Month! As you may know, each month two students are selected from each grade level that have been exemplar school citizens and consistently uphold our 3 R's (being ready, respectful, and responsible). These students were recognized at our assembly on Friday, February 2nd.

Please join us in congratulating (from left to right):

Garnet Young (8th Grade), Cam Desjardins and Tate Simoneau (7th Grade), Kellen Vankham (8th Grade), Penelope Daniels and Kinsley Mcleod (6th Grade).

Riverside Middle School hosted the first of a kind drone flying competition. Over 100 participants from Vermont, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire participated. Click on the button below to watch the news coverage from the event!

Our local team, the River Valley Robotics and Aerial Drone Club (RAD's) earned three tournament trophies; Judges Award, Teamwork Award and the Excellence Award. Congratulations RAD's!

The 8th Grade Boys Basketball team received a trophy for winning the 2024 Invitational Tournament. Springfield, Mill River, Woodstock, and Windsor competed.

RMS 6th grade student, Janey Whipple received a certificate from the Vermont Department of Libraries for reading all 25 books that have been nominated for the Vermont Golden Dome Book Award. The Vermont Golden Dome Book Award (formerly the Dorothy Canfield Fisher Book Award) was created to honor excellence in children's literature. Each year since 1957, Vermont students in grades four through eight have selected their favorite book from a list of nominees. It is recommended that students read at least five of the year's nominated titles before voting. Voting takes place in the spring, generally beginning in April. Congratulations, Janey!

On January 18th RMS hosted the Winter Showcase. Students presented their projects from their STEAM, Design and Technology, FACS, Health, Chorus, Modern Band, and Band classes. The event filled our auditorium and the music from our bands and chorus was phenomenal. It was a great evening and watching our students present their learning and accomplishments was certainly a wonderful way to spend a cold winter's night! Thank you to all who participated and attended!

This past week, RMS students and staff celebrated spirit week. Our themed days were:

Monday - Mustache Day

Tuesday- Twin Day

Wednesday- Pink, Red and Sparkly Day

Thursday- Students Dress Like Teachers - Teachers Dress Like Students Day

Friday- Pajama Day

Check out the pictures below!

If your child has Physical Education, please remind them that they must bring shoes to change into in order to participate fully. Thank you!!