
Red Stick Academy
March 2024
Site Leader Corner:
Twenty-five years ago, when we found out I was pregnant, one of the first purchases we made was at a bookstore. We purchased Dr. Seuss' "Green Eggs and Ham." I love that book! I wrote on the inside cover that I hoped this book would start a love for reading for my child and also teach him to not make up his mind about something before trying it first. After he was born, I read to him every night before he went to bed. I fondly remember these opportunities for bonding and just cuddling with my son over a couple of good books. We continued our reading time even as he began school. He wanted to read to me! We conquered his summer reading lists by alternating reading pages to each other and discussing the stories as we went.
March is National Reading month. It provides us with an opportunity to encourage reading for all ages and promote reading as a key feature for learning and social development. It's never too late for you to start reading to your child on a regular basis. Reading helps us learn new things, improve our language skills, and be better at understanding the world around us. So, during this National Reading Month, let's celebrate the joy of reading and encourage everyone, especially our little friends, to pick up a book and explore the story that lies within its pages. Reading is FUNdamental to life!
Panda Paws: Your RSA Parent Organization News
Thank you for your continued support of RSA and the Parent Association through your participation. Please make note of the following items.
RSA Parent Association Meeting – Monday, March 4
Our next Parent Association Meeting will be Monday, March 4 after carpool in the RSA Multi-Purpose Room. We hope to see you there!
The RSA Parent Association meets monthly after carpool in the Multi-purpose Room. The purpose of the meetings is to plan and organize schoolwide events. We would love to have as many parents as possible attend as your schedule permits. For more information on the Parent Association or to be added to the volunteer list, please contact Lydia Lafleur at 225-938-7949 or lafleurl@bellsouth.net.
Upcoming CommUNITY Events in March:
· Pizza Friday – Friday, 3/8
· Lunch on the Lawn – Thursday, 3/28 (Please note this is the Thursday before Spring Break) Please sign up here to donate items for sale.
Looking Ahead to April:
· RSA Parent Association Meeting: Tuesday, 4/9 after carpool
· Pizza Friday: Friday, 4/12
· Lunch on the Lawn: Friday, 4/26
Please contact the RSA office to let us know how you would like to get involved or to share your ideas. Thank you!
Thank you Parent Organization!
Our parent organization exists to support the RSA campus and the staff. The parent organization donated funds to spruce up the faculty/adult bathroom. Little things like this help make the faculty feel appreciated. Thank you!
Read Across America - Celebrating a Nation of Diverse Readers
Read Across America Week is celebrated from March 2 to 6 — it begins on the birthday of the author, Dr. Seuss. The entire month of March, in fact, is dedicated to reading.
As a fun way to mark the week, here are some fun dress up ideas to mark the week...
Monday, March 4. Kick off Reading Week (wear your favorite socks)
Tuesday, March 5. Hats off for Reading (wear your favorite hat)
Wednesday, March 6. Team Up for Reading (wear your favorite sports jersey)
Thursday, March 7. Read with a Friend (bring a book to share)
Friday, March 8. Cozy up to Read (wear your appropriate pajamas). DEAR Day (drop everything and read) after lunch
Middle School Science Fair
This is our SECOND ANNUAL Science Fair. All middle students have been researching a hypothesis and testing to see if it is correct. Come support our kiddos! You will be amazed at the level of research many of our students complete!
March 12 (Tues): Students turn in completed project board and science journal.
March 13 (Wed): Students and science teachers set up displays in the MPR
March 14 (Thurs): Judging!!
March 15 (Fri): All grades may tour the MPR and vote for their favorite project
- Parents may tour the projects in the MPR after school from 3:15-4:00
NO AFTERCARE Thursday, 3/28
In anticipation of our week long holiday break, there will be no aftercare the Thursday before the holiday. Students can leave with their parent/special guest after Lunch on the Lawn.
Change of Clothing
Please consider including a change of clothing in your child's backpack. Children in grades K-4 are more likely to spill food at lunch, get dirty at recess time and/or "get too busy" to get to the bathroom on time. This will help cut down on time spent out of class and you won't have to stop your day to bring in a clean pair of clothes.
Dress Code Reminders
Although RSA does not require uniform attire for our students, the school is eager to help children learn to discern modesty and discretion in choosing apparel appropriate for their age and activities. They will need parental assistance and guidance in choosing comfortable play clothes and shoes. No pajama pants unless it is a specifically designated dress day. Girls should wear shorts under skirts. Students should wear tennis shoes for physical education and/or recess.
Water Bottles!
Don't forget to send a refillable water bottle with your child each day. Water keeps your brain hydrated and it's hard to learn when you are thirsty and/or distracted by headaches. Per the handbook, please do not send your child with a sports drink or a sugary drink in their water bottle. Be sure your child's name is on the bottle. :)
EBR Bookmobile
Morning Arrival
- Students should be in their desks by 8:00 am.
- Please make sure to have your child at school before 8:00. You can drop off your child as early as 7:45. If you need early drop off, it starts at 7:30 and is $5/day.
- Late arrivals have to sign in at the administration office and be sent to class with a pass.
- If your child is out sick for 3+ days, please send them back to school with a mandatory doctor's note for an excused absence. If your child is out sick for 1-2 days, please send them back with a parent or doctor's note.
Absences and Makeup Work - Page 9 in the Handbook
If a student is to be absent, parents should notify the teacher by 9:00 am on the first day and every day of the absence. For anticipated absences, parents are asked to give notice well in advance to the principal. Notice can be given by phone, email, or in writing. For excused absences, students are given the same number of days as the number of days missed to make up a test or to turn in make-up work. Make-up tests will be given at the discretion of the teacher within the allotted days, and students may be required to report to school early or stay late to make up tests. However, if there is a test given or assignment due on the day the student returns that he or she knew about or reasonably should have known about during the absence, and if the student was present for the original instruction (not review) related to the test or assignment, then the returning student will take the test or turn in the assignment on the day of return.
For excused absences of five days or more, teachers and the principal will formulate a personalized make-up plan for the student. With prior notification, the principal may allow students to make pre-arrangements for family or student trips, although such absences will still be considered unexcused. In such a case, the student must take all tests in advance of the trip and must turn in all work occurring during the trip immediately upon return to school. In any case of a missed test, for whatever reason, a make-up test may be different than the original test given to the rest of the class.
Administration of Medication
Please do not send medication in your child's backpack. All medication (prescription and over the counter) should be administered through the front desk. Please see the form below for your convenience.
PowerSchool and Schoology
School Dismissal
- School finishes at 3:00 pm.
- If there is any change in your child’s transportation schedule, please submit it in written form, so we can adjust accordingly.
- Aftercare begins as soon as carline is over. The first 20 minutes is dedicated homework time.
- Aftercare is provided until 5:00 p.m. for $15/day or $50/week.
Afterschool ELA/Math Lab
Afternoon Carline
- Thank you for remembering to use your hands free connection while in carline.
- We appreciate you showing your carline sign on your rearview mirror up until the time your child gets into the vehicle.
- Please stay in your vehicle.
- Please pull up close to the vehicle in front of you.
- If you are not inside the gate, help us keep the line off of Jefferson Highway by creating two lines and take turns going into the gate.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
EBR Bookmobile
9AM: 3rd
9:10: 4th
9:30: Kinder
9:40: 1st
9:50: 2nd
10:00: 7th
10:10: 8th
10:20: 5th
10:30: 6th
Friday, Mar 1, 2024, 09:00 AM
RSA Parent Meeting
Our next Parent Association Meeting will be Monday, March 4 after carpool in the RSA Multi-Purpose Room. We hope to see you there!
The RSA Parent Association meets monthly after carpool in the Multi-purpose Room. The purpose of the meetings is to plan and organize schoolwide events. We would love to have as many parents as possible attend as your schedule permits. For more information on the Parent Association or to be added to the volunteer list, please contact Lydia Lafleur at 225-938-7949 or lafleurl@bellsouth.net.
Monday, Mar 4, 2024, 08:15 AM
End of Q3
Last day for grades for 3Q.
Friday, Mar 8, 2024, 03:00 PM
6455 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, LA, USA
Pizza Friday
Look for order form to come home with your child 3/4. Orders must be in by 3:15 3/7.
Friday, Mar 8, 2024, 11:00 AM
6455 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, LA, USA
Daylight Savings Time - LOSE AN HOUR
Sunday, Mar 10, 2024, 03:00 AM
Q3 Report Cards Emailed Home
Wednesday, Mar 13, 2024, 12:00 PM
RSA Science Fair
Friday, Mar 15, 2024, 03:15 PM
Student Led Parent Conferences - NO SCHOOL
Watch your email for a signup genius to schedule your time. NO SCHOOL.
Friday, Mar 22, 2024, 07:30 AM
iReady Spring Diagnostics
Diagnostics are given 3x a year. This is the final diagnostic! Encourage your child to slow down and do their best!
Monday, Mar 25, 2024, 08:00 AM
Lunch on the Lawn
If you haven't been to a lunch on the lawn yet, you need to put it on your calendar! Special time for family to eat with their RSA student. As this is the last day of school before Spring Break, students can check out after lunch on the lawn to get a head start on their holiday!
Thursday, Mar 28, 2024, 11:00 AM
6455 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, LA, USA
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL. Friday, March 29-Friday, April 5
Students and staff return Monday, April 8
Friday, Mar 29, 2024, 07:00 AM
About RSA
Email: info@redstick.academy
Website: https://redstick.academy
Location: 6455 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, LA, USA 70806
Phone: (225) 960-1370
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RedStickAcademyOfficial