The Prowler

Teachers, Staff, Parents, and Students,

This coming Friday, March 1, 2024 will mark the end of the fourth six weeks of the 2023-2024 school year. RHMS students will be assessed with the 2024 Spring Benchmarks in the areas of 5th-8th grade Reading Language Arts and 8th grade Social Studies this week. The following week students will be assessed in the areas of 5th-8th grade math and 5th and 8th grade Science. The Spring Benchmarks cover all skills to be tested on the upcoming Spring 2024 STAAR assessments. They provide excellent data for teachers to analyze. Subsequently, areas needing reinforcement will be addressed via targeted instruction and continued tutorials. The Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment System (TELPAS) window opened on Monday, February 19, 2024 through Thursday, March 29, 2024. 5th-8th grade bilingual and ESL students will be assessed using this system throughout the upcoming weeks.

We kindly ask parents of students selected to participate in after school tutorials to ensure their students attend consistently in order to prepare them well for all upcoming assessments.

Monday, February 26, 2024

• LPAC Meeting
• RHMS Tardy Policy Begins
• CTE Counselor Workshop
• After School Tutoring 4:00-5:30 p.m.

Tuesday, February 27, 2024

• CTE Counselor Workshop
• 5th-8th Grade Reading Language Arts Spring Benchmark
• After School Tutoring 4:00-5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, February 28, 2024

• SHAC Committee Meeting (RHISD Central Office)
• After School Tutoring 4:00-5:30 p.m.

Thursday, February 29, 2024

• 8th Grade Social Studies Spring Benchmark
• After School Tutoring 4:00-5:30 p.m.
• College/University Day

Friday, March 1, 2024

• End of 4th Six Weeks
• Fellowship of Christian Bobcats Movie Night 4:15-6:00 p.m.
• RHMS Bobcat Spirit Day

Saturday, March 2, 2024

• RHMS Track Meet @ La Feria

Mr. Lazo's 7th grade Science students exploring energy flow through ecosystems using chains and food webs.

Students in Mrs. Laster's 6th Grade Health classes have been learning about body image, whether positive or negative. Students have discussed how social media can influence our perception of our bodies. Students enjoyed looking through magazines, some for the very first time. Mrs. Laster heard several comments from her students who stated they had only seen magazines at their dentist's or doctor's office. Students had a great time with the lesson and projects! Projects will be displayed in the 6th grade hallway soon.

The RHISD Migrant Parent Advisory Council (PAC) held a meeting on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 in the Rio Hondo Middle School Cafeteria. RHISD Migrant teachers introduced themselves and provided information as to how they are assisting Migrant students at their respective campuses. Attendees received information on the dangers of vaping via a Region One presentation. In addition they were provided information about TCHATT (Texas Child Health Access Through Telemedicine) which are services that provide quick access to brief, short-term mental health counseling, resources, and referrals.

A friendly reminder to all our RHMS parents...If you have not yet done so, Mr. Moreno highly encourages all parents to join the Remind App. Information regarding upcoming activities/events, The Prowler newsletter, and other important campus information is shared weekly via Remind. Here are the codes you need by grade level:

5th Grade: Text: @ahg2db To: 81010

6th Grade: Text: @gk3dd3 To: 81010

7th Grade: Text: @mrmorenorh To: 81010

8th Grade: Text: @hkbb6dh To: 81010

PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE REMIND CODES ARE FOR PARENTS ONLY.

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“If adults want to pursue and maintain high expectations of students, while still building a positive and trusting relationship, the ONLY way to do so is by being genuine and empathetic during every interaction. Find small ways to connect and relate. “ @messier_steve

Vision: Academic Excellence and Success

Mission: The Mission of the Rio Hondo Independent School District is to educate every student by creating an environment of high expectations, innovation, and strong partnerships.

Email: ramiro.moreno@rhisd.net
Website: www.riohondoisd.net
Location: 23001 State Highway 345
Phone: 956-748-1150
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