Radcliffe Generosity:
A Culture of Givers
This November, our school is concentrating on "having an attitude of gratitude." The season of Thanksgiving calls on us to reflect on the blessings we have been given in our lives. As we enter this season of gratitude, we are continuing to give back to our community, just as so many people throughout Radcliffe's history have generously supported our school. Simply put, we are a school that receives so that we can give.
When families meet with me through the Admissions process, I always emphasize that we are a community of givers. Our school's ability to change the trajectory of a student's life is a result of our strong partnership with our families, best practice instruction, and a culture of giving. Our school does not yet have a gym, auditorium, or cafeteria. But we do have something more meaningful: we have the heart -- the glorious magic that is created when families, donors, teachers, and community partners come together to help children grow. We work to teach our children that they have strengths to be developed and gifts to share with the world. And as citizens of our beautiful country and an ever-shrinking global village, at RCS we have a culture in which we believe that it is our duty to give back what we receive and work to make our world a better place.
In the past month alone, students have been contributing food and visiting the local food pantry while PTC parents and grandparents met last week to talk about strengthening our school community. Today, eighth-graders will be working alongside Washington College students today to prune the RCS Nature Trail, and students will be writing thank you letters to veterans. Next week, we will have an assembly thanking our country’s veterans. Finally, on Giving Tuesday, November 30 -- a day of international generosity -- we will be asking for support for the creation of an outdoor classroom while our students will be in Chestertown working to clean up the Rail Trail and drawing and writing Christmas cards for the elderly.
Beginning this month, the weekly newsletter will feature a new section highlighting Radcliffe Generosity, our school’s philanthropic spirit. We’ll spotlight stories of Radcliffe donors and givers and talk about our progress and successes in fundraising. Shortly, you will receive our Annual Fund appeal. We ask that as you review the letter, you reflect on what it means to be part of Radcliffe’s community and our culture of generosity. Please consider Radcliffe during the season of gratitude and make a gift commensurate with your financial ability and regard for the school. Every child and every family matters at Radcliffe Creek School. All proceeds areused to serve our mission of improving and enhancing the lives of our extraordinary learners and our school environment. With your support, we’ll continue to thrive and meet our students’ and families’ needs.
Head of School
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November 10th, 2021
Veteran's Day Assembly
November 11th, 2021
Veteran's Day / Parent-Teacher Conferences
November 12th, 2021
Spirit Day and
Dress Down Day
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Most of our Parent-Teacher conferences have been scheduled for November 11th. If you have not scheduled your Parent-Teacher conference, or if you have any questions, please call the school at 410.778.8150.
We can't wait to visit with each of you!
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Next Friday, November 12th
Our next Spirit Day theme is Twins/Opposite Day! Team up with a friend and make costumes to turn you into Twins or Opposites! For more information, please call the main office at 410.778.8150.
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A MESSAGE FROM THE PARENTS OF THE
PARENT-TEACHER COMMITTEE!
After feeling disconnected for so long, we are looking to JUMP START the Radcliffe Parent-Teacher Committee for the 2021-2022 school year! We know that we are a diverse group and we are looking for you to help with your TIME, TREASURE, OR TALENT (or all three if you would like)! Please take a minute to complete this form to let us know how you would like to participate! Please choose as many selections as you'd like, you are not limited. We are looking forward to supporting our teachers and students! If you have any questions, please feel free to email me, Erin Zierfuss, directly at ezierfuss@gmail.com.
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THE LAST DAY TO ORDER IS FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 5! |
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Celebrate the Soccer team's awesome season with Radcliffe Spirit Wear! The last day to order is Friday, November 5th. ORDERS WILL BE PLACED ON MONDAY! Woo-hoo! This year's sweatshirts will be $25, and with both youth and adult sizes available, the whole family can show their Radcliffe Pride! And, did we mention it falls under Radcliffe Dress Code?!
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Our after-school program offers homework help and special Enrichment Classes every day RCS is open (excluding half-days before vacations). |
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If you would like for your child to participate in our after-school program, please fill out this Google form. In addition, please fill out the necessary MDSE paperwork (PDFs can be found here). If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Meg Bamford, Ben Joiner, or Jimmy Reynolds.
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Radcliffe Creek After-School Program
Monday - Tuesday | 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Wednesdays | 12:30pm - 5:00pm
Thursday - Friday | 3:15pm - 4:15pm
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Our incentive program, Buffalo Bucks, helps students learn about personal finance by earning Buffalo Bucks for good behavior and extraordinary kindness. Students can then redeem these Buffalo Bucks for prizes in the prize corner of our Main Lobby. The program's mascot and spokesperson, Buffalo Bill, is personally asking all parents to donate any small gifts, trinkets, fidgets, or prizes to his collection of goodies! For more information, please reach out to our Administrative team at info@radcliffecreekschool.org!
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201 Talbot Blvd.,
Chestertown, MD 21620
Phone (410) 778-8150
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Discover. Create. Thrive. |
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