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BEAR TRACKS WEEKLY NEWS & UPDATES
Monday, October 24, 2016
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Company Matching - PTSA or ASB?
There are two different organizations that help to support Redmond Middle School. Redmond Middle School Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) is one and Redmond Middle School Associated Student Body (ASB) is the other. Both organizations operate under a specific set of laws in Washington state that regulate what we can do to support our school and students. Please be very careful when filling out your company matching information to ensure that the matching funds are directed to the organization who received your donation.
If you recently donated to:
*Fund the Grizzlies event, select Redmond Middle School ASB.
*PTSA Pass the Hat
campaign, select Redmond Middle School PTSA.
In some systems, you may see the school listed under its former name Redmond Junior High. Regardless, it is the end of the name that counts.
ASB (Associated Student Body) for donations towards cultural, athletic, recreational, and social activities.
PTSA (Parent Teacher Student Association) for donations towards the support of curriculum, academic enrichment, scholarships, etc.
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10/24 - Beauty and the Beast applications are due today - See Extracurricular Activities
10/25 - Attend RMS Fall Band Concert - See Upcoming Events
10/26 - Reflections Art Competition submission deadline - See Extracurricular Activities
10/27 - Beauty and the Beast mandatory parent meeting - See Extracurricular Activities
10/27 - Help Select Instructional Software - see LWSD News
10/28 - Sign up for Amazon Smile - See Academic News
10/28 - Sign up for basketball (boys and girls) - See Sports
10/31 - Sign up for Science Club - See Academic Clubs
10/31 - Complete "School of Excellence" Survey - See PTSA News, RMS PTSA
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Help Make Trick or Treating Fun for All
As disability awareness month draws to a close, we want to make sure that all children can enjoy their Trick or Treating experience. Please keep the following in mind as you greet Trick or Treat-ers at your door on Halloween:
-the child that is grabbing more than one piece of candy may have poor fine motor skills,
-the child that takes forever to pick out a piece of candy may have motor planning issues,
-the child that does not say trick or treat or thank you may be non-verbal,
-the child that looks disappointed when they see your bowl might have an allergy or is diabetic,
-the child that is not wearing a costume at all might have a sensory issue or autism.
Thanks for helping make this a fun event that all kids can enjoy!
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RMS Library Seeking Games, Legos & Books
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Books are great, but the kids love to do more than read in the library! Please consider donating Legos and thinking games (like those found at Marbles the Brain Store) for them to enjoy. RMS also has a Book Wish List at
Amazon.
Plus, if the purchase is made through
Amazon Smile, credit can be given to
Redmond Middle School PTSA 2 8 80, which means that more funds will go to supporting classroom grants at the school!
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You shop. Amazon gives!
Amazon donates 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to the charitable organization of your choice. (Redmond Middle School PTSA 2 8 80, of course!)
Support your charitable organization by starting your shopping at
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Science Club Registration Closes 10/31!
Registration for Science club closes on October 31, 2016.
If your child is interested and you
have not registered yet, please do so before the deadline.
Registration can now be conveniently done online. You can register your child by
providing the needed details and making the payment
here
for Science Team. Look for the JOIN
NOW link at the bottom of the team page.
RMS PTSA Science Team provides students who love science, the opportunity to
enhance their skills and passion in science through practical projects and theoretical
study and guides them to compete in a number of science competitions throughout the
school year. A fee of $35 should be made payable to RMA PTSA if your child wants to
participate in all or any of the competitions that Science Team will be supporting.
For any information on this team, please contact:
Ashim Narula
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E
XTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
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Disney's Beauty and the Beast, Jr.
It was fun to meet all the kids last Thursday! Just a reminder that applications are being accepted and due
today, Monday, October 24th! We are not double-casting this production like we did last year, so participation is limited to the first 50 students who turn in their form and the $125 fee
on Monday (scholarships available.) Based on previous years, it is highly likely that the spots will fill up quickly!
We also have opportunities for about 20 students to work in backstage tech roles on the show, in fields such as set design, props, costuming and makeup. The application for tech roles is the same as the application for show roles; be sure to check off the box for "Production."The fee for participation in tech is $40 (scholarships available.)
On Thursday, October 27th at 7pm, there will be a mandatory parent meeting in the RMS library. Here, parents can find out more about the show, meet the director, and sign up to volunteer on a committee. Per PTSA bylaws, two registered parent or community volunteers must be at every rehearsal. Please consider the possible time commitment when registering your child for the musical.
Auditions will be held Tuesday, November 1st and Wednesday, November 2nd.
Callbacks are on Thursday Nov 3 and Friday Nov 4.
Every one of the 50 accepted students will be cast in the show, the auditions are used to determine which role the students get.
More details about auditions will be emailed to the families enrolled in the production.
Also,
LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! The RMS Drama program has a Facebook page where you can find timely updates and weekly details about the schedule.
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Reflections Art Competition
New Deadline: Wednesday, October 26
The PTSA Reflections Art Competition deadline has been extended! The new deadline is Oct 26, 2016! The theme for this year's competition is " What's Your Story? " You can get the entry form from the library and return your submission to the library!
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UPCOMING SPORTING EVENTS
| Monday, October 24 |
Boys Tennis - JV:
RMS @ Rose Hill MS (3:30 - 5:00)
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| Tuesday, October 25 |
Boys Tennis - JV: Kirkland MS @RMS (3:30 - 6:00)
Boys Tennis- Varsity: RMS @ Kirkland MS (3:30 - 5:30)
Girls Badminton - JV and Varsity: RMS @ Kirkland MS
@ RMS (3:30 - 5:30)
Cross Country - JV: FINALS (district)
: RMS
@ Finn Hill MS (4:00 - 5:30)
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| Wednesday, October 26 |
No sports scheduled |
Thursday, October 27
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Cross Country - Varsity: FINALS (district):
Hartman Park (3:30 - 5:00)
Boys Tennis - JV: Evergreen MS @ RMS (3:30 - 6:00)
Girls Badminton - Varsity Singles: RMS, Inglewood MS, Evergreen MS, Rose Hill MS @ Inglewood MS Gymnasium (3:30 - 5:30)
Girls Badminton - JV and Varsity:
RMS @ Evergreen MS (3:30 - 5:30)
Boys Tennis - Varsity: RMS @ Evergreen MS (3:30 - 5:30)
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| Friday, October 28 |
No sports scheduled |
To see all school events, see the online Tandem Calendar
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Basketball - 2nd season sport
7th and 8th grade boys and all girls interested in basketball,
please sign up during lunches this week
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Once you are signed up, you will need to have all your paperwork and payments turned in by Friday Nov. 4th.
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September Membership Winner
Congratulations Robert K! Robert won the $25 gift card to a local grocery store by joining the RMS PTSA in September. Thank you to everyone who has joined thus far, in September we earned a bronze level membership award. Go Team!
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School of Excellence Survey available!
We know that a strong partnership among our families, school leaders, and community at-large is important for the success of our students and school. That is why we are participating in the National PTA School of Excellence program, which celebrates partnerships between PTSA and schools to enrich the educational experience and overall well-being for all students.
We need your help! Please take 5-10 minutes to reflect on your experience at our school and complete the survey online before October 31, 2016.
After you complete your survey you will have the opportunity to enter your name in a drawing for movie tickets for your family.
If you need a language other than English or Spanish, please try
Google Translate
, it should work on the online form.
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October 2016 Featured PTSA Benefit
WILD WAVES - FRIGHT FEST (
ends 10/30)
It's the last week to use the new Washington State PTA membership benefit, discounted tickets to Fright Fest at Wild Waves Theme park.
Fright Fest at Wild Waves Theme Park returns for another year of haunting thrills and chills. WSPTA members receive a discounted ticket price! Learn more here
or purchase tickets
here
As a member of RMS PTSA you are also a member of the Washington State PTA and National PTA. Not a member yet?
Join online or by sending in
this form.
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CITY OF REDMOND EVENTS / ACTIVITIES
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City of Redmond Programs
City of Redmond
S
tudy Lab:
Need help with homework?
Study Lab is a free, homework help, drop-in program run in partnership with the City of Redmond and RMS. Students can receive assistance from staff, volunteer tutors, and peers as they work on homework and projects in the RMS Library
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Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 2:20-3:30 pm and
After Hours
After Hours is an after-school enrichment program that takes place on Wednesdays from
1:00-3:00pm
. Located in the Commons, students can choose from a variety of clubs that are youth driven and inspired. The clubs change every four weeks based on participants' visions. Our first session clubs include Science 101, Global Sports, and Visual Art. For registration information, please visit www.redmond.gov/register
with code #5666 or email
afterhours@redmond.gov
with questions. Bus home available. Scholarships available.
The After Hours team is looking for high school and adult volunteers to help tutor for the Study Lab program. Volunteers can choose a day of the week that works best with their schedules. Study Lab runs from
2:30-3:30
Monday
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Tuesday
, and Thursday and from
1:00-3:00
on Wednesdays. Please email
evidegar@redmond.gov
for more information.
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LAKE WASHINGTON SCHOOL DISTRICT NEWS
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UPCOMING Lake Washington School District EVENTS
| Wednesday, October 26 |
Lake Washington District Community Meeting - College and Career Readiness Task Force
at Lake Washington High School (6:30 - 7:30)
The Task Force invites parents, students and community members to this meeting to gather feedback on potential high school schedule models. In this one-hour session, after a brief introduction, attendees will learn about possible schedule changes. They will discuss the potential benefits and challenges of any options.
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Thursday, October 27
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Lake Washington District Community Meeting - College and Career Readiness Task Force
at Juanita High School (6:30 - 7:30)
The Task Force invites parents, students and community members to this meeting to gather feedback on potential high school schedule models. In this one-hour session, after a brief introduction, attendees will learn about possible schedule changes. They will discuss the potential benefits and challenges of any options.
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To see all school events, see the online Tandem Calendar
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Community Comment on High School Course Schedules/Credit
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November 3, 6:30-7:30 at Redmond High
LWSD
Save the date and join us at a meeting for parents, students and community members to provide feedback on potential high school schedule models on November 3, at Redmond High School, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. More information is available on the district website:
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| Help Select Instructional Software |
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If you wonder how instructional software is selected, you have a chance to be part of the process. The Capital Technology Advisory provides recommendations for district-wide instructional software supported through the Capital Tech Levy. This group reviews current programs in use and determines needs in instructional software. It provides input on possible software tools and makes recommendations.
The Capital Technology Advisory will resume their monthly meetings October 27, 4:30-6:30 p.m., at the Resource Center. They seek one parent representative each from elementary, middle and high school. Interested parents are encouraged to contact
Richard Snyder for more information and/or to submit their names for consideration.
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The Deadline for Bear Tracks Entries is Thursday!
Got something to say? Shout it from email inboxes with the RMS Bear Tracks newsletter! At the discretion of the editor, this newsletter accepts articles from parents, students and staff on a variety of subjects for our school and community.
For Monday morning publication, please submit articles by the preceding Thursday!
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