The Prowler

Teachers, Staff, Parents, and Students,

We're on the home stretch! This week marks the beginning of the final six weeks for the 2023-2024 school year. 5th Six Weeks report cards will be issued on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. Parents...please make sure you review your child's report card, sign, and return to your child's 2nd period teacher. The STAAR Reading Language Arts assessment is in the books! Administration, teachers and staff continue to work diligently on ensuring our students are well prepared for the remaining upcoming STAAR tests. STAAR Testing is as follows:

5th & 8th Grade Science (April 23, 2024)

8th Grade Social Studies (April 24, 2024)

5th -8th Grade Math & Algebra 1 (April 30, 2024)

Students must have their fully charged Chromebooks with them on a daily basis and even more importantly on testing days as all STAAR testing is accessed online. We kindly ask our parents of students invited to our Saturday Academies to ensure their students attend. Saturday Academies are from 9:00-12:30 with breakfast starting at 8:30 and lunch served at .12:00. Transportation is available and will be provided.

Monday, April 22, 2024

• Begin 6th Six Weeks
• "From Farmworker to Astronaut" Migrant Field Trip

Tuesday, April 23, 2024

• 5th & 8th Grade STAAR Science Test
• National School Bus Drivers Day

Wednesday, April 24, 2024

• Administrative Professionals Day
• 8th Grade STAAR Social Studies Test

Thursday, April 25, 2024

• Stress Awareness & Mental Health Presentation for Parents 5:30 p.m. (RHMS Library)
• College/University Day
• STAAR Make-Up Day

Friday, April 26, 2024

• End of the 5th Six Weeks
• RHMS Bobcat Spirit Day
• Final day for STAAR Make-Up

Saturday, April 27, 2024

• RHMS Jazz Band @ RGV Jazz Festival
• Saturday Academy 9:00-12:30

This past Saturday, April 13, 2024, 7th grade RHMS student, Joaquin Gonzales, competed at the National Civics Bee competition held in Brownsville, Texas. At least 100 local middle school students participated in a first-round essay competition. Judges selected 20 students to advance to the local live competition: a live quiz event testing civics knowledge. Joaquin was one of the 20 finalists. Kudos to Joaquin for representing RHMS well and making us proud! Kudos to Mr. Juan Castillo, 7th Grade Social Studies teacher, for sparking the interest for this event among our students.

6th grade Honors Social Studies students are working on their History Fair projects. Students from the Regular Social Studies classes are showing off their research projects on African countries.

The RHMS Beginner Band students preparing for the Progreso Beginner Band Festival to be held on May 8, 2024.

RHMS 8th Grade students participated in a two day STAAR Blitz reviewing for the upcoming STAAR Science and Social Studies assessments on April 23rd & April 24th respectively. Kudos to Mr. Noe Cardenas, 8th grade Social Studies teacher and Mr. Refugio Lira, 8th grade Science teacher for organizing these sessions. Special shout out to all the 8th grade team of teachers for helping out with supervision and keeping students focused and engaged.

RHMS Administration held a STAAR Rally on Monday, April 15, 2024 to get our students pumped up for their upcoming STAAR assessments. Performances by our RHMS Cheer Squad and RHMS Band got everybody riled up and excited. Students and staff were reminded of the outstanding talent our students possess including but not limited to cheer, band, choir, athletics, art, etc. Mr. Moreno acknowledged all the phenomenal talent and stated that the time has come for students to demonstrate their academic talent not only to RHISD but to the entire state! "Let's hit these STAAR tests out of the park!"

1. Attendance is critical. Please be punctual.

2. Rest Up: Ensure you get plenty of sleep the night before. A well rested brain works wonders!

3. Eat a Healthy Breakfast: A nutritious breakfast will keep your energy levels high and your mind sharp.

4. Stay Hydrated: Drink water to keep your brain hydrated and ready to tackle all test questions.

5. Breathe: If you feel anxious, take deep breaths. Remember, you've prepared for this, and you've got this!

6. Come to school prepared with charged Chromebooks and chargers.

7. Take your time. Don't rush. Pace yourself. You have plenty of time to complete the test.

8. Believe in Yourself: Confidence is key. Approach each test question with a positive mindset.

Congratulations to Mr. Michael Alvarez, 8th grade RLA teacher and RHHS Boys Basketball coach on being named the Rio Grande Valley Basketball Coaches Association Sub-5A Coach of the Year for 2023-2024! Great job, Coach Alvarez!

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.

“Kids can sound confident, but still have anxiety. Kids can look healthy and feel terrible. They can look happy but be miserable. We need to listen to our students with more than just our ears.”

@jedipadmaster

“Don't wait, the time will never be just right. Go out and get it done. Be strong. Be willing. Be kind." @Motivaton

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
Facebook: facebook.com/RioHondoMS
Twitter: @rhms_bobcats