RES Weekly Buzz

We were excited to welcome our students back on Monday after vacation week and see their enthusiasm for being with their friends and teachers. They settled in nicely to their schedules, a testament to their hard-working teachers who have worked diligently to provide the kids with structure and routine throughout their day.

It is nice to see many of our students participating in before- and after-school activities, finding their passions and talents, and making new friends. We are grateful to our staff for providing these fun activities for the students. Thank you for your timeliness in picking your students up in the afternoon, as our staff have other responsibilities to attend to. We appreciate it!

Have a wonderful weekend. See you Monday.

• April 30th & May 1st: Math MCAS Grades 3-5
  
• May 7th: Fill the Fridge for Teacher Appreciation Week- Sign up here
• May 14 & 15th: Science MCAS Grade 5
• May 18th: Motif #1 Day 5K
• May 27th: No School - Memorial Day
• May 31st: 1/2 Day of School

2023-2024 RPS School Calendar

2023-2024 RPS Music Calendar

NEXT TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY

April 30th and May 1st:

ALL 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students will be taking part in the Mathematics MCAS assessments. Please make every effort to ensure your child is on time for school on these days. If your child will be out of school for an illness, please call the office to let us know.

Please review these tips to help your child be prepared for testing and to ensure that the experience is as positive as possible for them and your family.

• Have your child bring a reusable water bottle to keep at their desk.
• Make sure your child gets enough sleep the night before a test.
• Make sure your child eats breakfast the morning of the test.
• Breakfast is available here at RES beginning at 8:30 am in the cafeteria.
• Ensure that your child arrives to school on time.
• Encourage your child to take their time and put in their best effort.
• Encourage your child to always check their work.
• Talk about the test in a positive way.
• Ensure your child that their teacher has provided them with excellent strategies to help them be as successful as they can be.

DESE MCAS Resources for Parents/Guardians

THANK YOU TO THE RPS PTO for providing funding for the Welcome to RES books given to incoming kindergartners at their upcoming screening. We appreciate all of the support that the PTO provides to the staff and students at RES!! 💛

Upcoming Events:

• We appreciate Rockport Public Schools professionals all year long, let's show it on teacher appreciation week! Please sign up here to donate an item to "Fill the Fridge" for teachers & staff. Sign up here to donate an item.
  

PTO Membership Form

Thank you to Kelley Sullivan and Maria Medina from the Institution for Savings for visiting RES and presenting their Be a Smart Saver program to our 3rd graders.

Morning Music Schedule 23/24

Spring Session of Before/After School Class Sign up

• Weekly Schedule Spring Session-Starts after April vacation

Savings Makes Sense:

Grades 3-5 at RES on Thursdays 8:30-8:45am (RES Cafe)

Spring Run Club: Starts March 25th, ends with Motif #1 Day, 5/18/24

RES Juggling Club:

Grades 2-5 at RES on Thursdays, 8-8:45am (RES Gym)

Meetings will be held from 3:00 - 4:00 pm in room H215 on:

• May 2, 2024
• May 9, 2024
• May 16, 2024

Any questions should be directed to to: Mrs. Collins (scollins@rpk12.org) or Mrs. English (lenglish@rpk12.org)

The Motif #1 Day 5K and 1 Mile road race/run/walk is set to take place on May 18th. This exciting event aims to build community spirit and support health and wellness initiatives at Rockport Public Schools. To participate, simply click on the registration link. If running isn't your thing but you still want to contribute, a donate link is available. Your support is invaluable in fostering health and wellness at RPS – thank you!

Sign up here

Registration is ongoing

This is for NEW students only.

Must be a Rockport Resident

Current students do not need to enroll again.

K/1 enrollment for *New* Students only

Rockport Integrated Preschool Information for 24/25

If your child has any cold symptoms, such as a cough, please test them with an at-home rapid COVID-19 test. Free COVID-19 test kits are available from the Town of Rockport. Please also review the updated COVID-19 guidance below as well.

*** Updated COVID-19 Guidance from the

Massachusetts Department of Public Health ***

• If your child develops symptoms (fever, cough, congestion, etc.) of a respiratory virus, such as COVID-19, please keep them home until they are feeling better. For most respiratory illnesses, symptoms generally begin to improve after 72 hours.
• Your child may return to school as soon as they have been fever-free for at least 24 hours (without the use of medications like Tylenol/Ibuprofen) AND once any symptoms have improved.
• Your child is no longer required to stay out of school for a full 5 days. However, if they are still within the first 5 days of the onset of respiratory symptoms and/or testing positive for COVID-19, your child should wear a mask at school and keep some distance between themselves and others.
• Please remember that masks should fit well and cover both the mouth and nose.
• If you have a child who is unable to wear a mask, please consider keeping them home until their symptoms have fully resolved.
• If your child is exposed to someone with COVID-19 or another respiratory illness, please do an at-home rapid COVID test if they do become symptomatic or 5-7 days after initial exposure.

If your child experiences seasonal allergies (sneezing, runny nose, congestion, itchy eyes, etc.) in the springtime, please make sure to give them an over-the-counter treatment (as advised by your pediatrician) before sending them to school. This can help make your child feel more comfortable during outdoor activities that occur during the school day.

PLEASE remember to send a water bottle with your child to school every single day!

For any questions or to report your child's illness, please call the RES health office at 978-546-1223 or email rwagner@rpk12.org .

• Any elementary, middle, or high school positions that are open in Rockport Public Schools are posted here.

• Click here or scan our QR code to see all available positions.

This program will provide your child with an enriching summer activity- they will enjoy playtime with their friends in a familiar, safe and fun environment. Children will be grouped by age and will rotate through the playground for recess, the gymnasium for indoor movement activities, and other rooms for games, Legos, arts & crafts, and snack time. There may be weekly themes, visiting special guests and welcome surprises to keep things fresh and engaging!

All students who are entering Grades K-5 are eligible to participate.

The program is Monday, June 24th – Thursday, August 1st. at RES. No program on July 4th.

The program is Monday – Thursday, from 9am – 12 noon. Pack a snack and water each day.

Cost: $400 for the season, $325 for each sibling after first child (please fill out one form for each child).

Summer Fun will follow the strict food allergy policy guidelines in place at Rockport Elementary School – NO NUTS.

Click here to print a sign up form.

Please drop off or mail the registration form to:

Town Administrator Office, 34 Broadway, Rockport, MA 01966.

Forms can also be dropped off at the mail slot at the back door of Town Hall.

Please make check or money order payable to:

Town of Rockport.

Payments to the Summer Fun Program are non-refundable. You will receive an email confirmation of

your child’s enrollment and further information before the start of the program.

Please email recreation@rockportma.gov with any questions!

Looking forward to a great summer!

Click the links below to access the various resources:

• RES Staff 2023-2024
• RPS Community Flyers
• K-8 Rockport Youth Basketball
  
• January - May 2024 offerings at Cape Ann Museum
• Cape Ann Youth Lacrosse