Note from School Leaders

Dear Rising Tide Students and Families,

We look forward to seeing families at the school next week for Student-Advisor-Parent conferences. This week, teachers are finalizing report cards for the first term to be shared next week, and the first term grades will be shared in the Community Portal next Wednesday morning in advance of conferences.

For those new to Rising Tide, Student-Advisor-Parent conferences are held twice a year, after the first and third terms. These mandatory conferences include each student, the student's Advisor, and at least one parent, guardian, or caregiver. Prior to the conference, each student will have had an opportunity to preview the report card in Advisory and reflect upon their own growth. The goal is to have each student's reflection of their progress central to the conference in order for the student to take increasing responsibility as a learner. We encourage parents/guardians/caregivers to join the Advisor in asking questions of the student during the conference to support the reflection and the setting of attainable goals for the rest of the year. 

If your conference is scheduled near the end of the school day next week, your child is able to stay at school, in a quiet study hall in the Atrium, until the conference. On Wednesday, November 15, students will be able stay at school until 1:30 p.m. On Thursday and Friday, students will be able to stay at school until 4:15 p.m.

Have a wonderful week.

Sincerely,

Michael O'Keefe

Head of School

Zahra Williams

Interim Principal/Assistant Head of School

Wednesday, November 8: Rising Tide's National Honor Society will hold a bake sale to raise money for the Greater Boston Food Bank in the spirit of Thanksgiving.



Wednesday, November 8: Prospective Rising Tide families are invited to join Michael O'Keefe at 8:30 am for Coffee & Conversation to learn about the school's curriculum and programs.

Wednesday, November 8: There will be a fundraising event at the Red Robin restaurants in Plymouth and Wareham, MA.

Thursday, November 9: Students in grade 6 will take a field trip to the Blue Hills Reservation where they will hike trails and visit the Observation Center and Ranger Station.

Thursday, November 9: Students in grade 8 will visit the Museum of Science in Boston, specifically the Design Hub, AI Explorations, and New England Habitats.

Friday, November 10: School will be closed in observance of Veterans' Day.

Tuesday, November 14: Rising Tide will host a Meet the Coaches Night at 6:00 pm in the Atrium. Families will have the opportunity to meet the winter coaches and receive information about the upcoming sports season.

Wednesday, November 15: Prospective Rising Tide families are invited to join Michael O'Keefe at 8:30 am for Coffee & Conversation to learn about the school's curriculum and programs.

Wednesday, November 15 through Friday, November 17: Student/Parent/Advisor conferences will be held at the school.

Wednesday, November 15 through Friday, November 17: Rising Tide will host a Scholastic Book Fair.

Monday, November 20: The Rising Tide Board of Trustees will have its monthly meeting at 7:00 pm. This meeting is open to the public.

Monday, November 20: This is the deadline for students interested in trying out for a winter sport to register.

Tuesday, November 21: Rising Tide alumni will meet with our seventh and eighth graders for a panel discussion.

Wednesday, November 22 - Friday, November 24: School will be closed for Thanksgiving Recess.

2023-2024 School Calendar

Announcements

The Enrollment Period for the 2024-2025 School Year is Open

Rising Tide has opened the Annual Enrollment Period for the 2024-2025 school year from Wednesday, November 1, 2023 through Tuesday, February 13, 2024.

Rising Tide is currently accepting applications for enrollment for grades 5-12 for the 2024-2025 school year. Enrollment applications are due by Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. All applicants, including siblings of current students, must submit the one-page application by the deadline to be eligible for enrollment. The application is available both online and through a paper form. Students can apply online by clicking here. Students can also download a paper application here, or get an application at the Main Office of the school. Completed paper applications can be faxed to (508) 747-1826, emailed to mjackson@risingtide.org, mailed, or dropped off to the front desk. Please note that no proof of residency is required along with a student’s application.

If there are more eligible applicants than available spaces, the school will hold an Annual Enrollment Lottery. The Annual Enrollment Lottery will be conducted in a public forum at the school, and has been scheduled on Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.

Seeking Health Advisory Committee Members

Rising Tide is seeking interested parents to sit on our Health Advisory Committee. This committee includes students, staff, and parents who meet to review the school's wellness policy. They meet three times a year virtually with the first meeting scheduled for November 29th. If you are interested in being a part of this committee, please email Lisa Hughes, Nurse Leader, at lhughes@risingtide.org.

The School Store is Now Open

Rising Tide's School Store is now open through Sunday, November 12. Items ordered during this time period should arrive in time for holiday gift-giving. You can view the flyer of items here.

Scholastic Book Fair to be Held

November 15-17

We are thrilled to host a Scholastic Book Fair from November 15-17, with set-up on November 14. Visit our website to get a preview of the books and to sign up as a volunteer. We would really love your help if you are able to volunteer some time. Please click here if you can help.

It is our intention that every student who wants a book is able to go home with one. If you need financial assistance, please contact your child's advisor or email Research and Teaching Librarian, Meghan Stellman, at mstellman@risingtide.org if you have any questions!

Coffee & Conversation for Prospective Families

Rising Tide invites prospective families to join Michael O'Keefe, Head of School, for Coffee & Conversation to learn about our curriculum and programs on Wednesdays in November. Please share this invitation with families who may be interested. They can RSVP here.

Update from the Parent Group 

HELP STOCK THE STAFF BREAKROOM!

The first term is coming to a close and we want to show our appreciation for the Rising Tide staff by stocking the breakroom during November's Conferences. Will you help?

We are looking for donations of grab-and-go meals, baked goods, and snacks -- as well as beverages and other goodies that you think the staff would enjoy. We have included Amazon links so you can buy online and have it shipped to school, or you can buy a similar item locally and drop it off at school yourself. If you want to bake a treat and/or your family has a fave item that you think the staff would enjoy, please sign up and donate that. We ask that all items are individually wrapped for that grab-and-go convenience. 

Alternatively, you can make a monetary donation and we will do the shopping. Donations in any amount can be made to Staff Appreciation activities via your My School Bucks account. In the My School Bucks Store, among the Featured Items, you will see the Rising Tide Parent Group (not the SEPAC or general school Donation), click there, and enter your donation. Please type “Staff Appreciation” after your name so we know how to account for the donation. 

However you choose to participate, please sign up so that we know to expect your contribution - and try to deliver your donation on or before Thursday, November 9. Thank you for helping show our Rising Tide staff our gratitude for all they do for our children every day, but especially as the term closes, report cards are due, and conferences commence.

Upcoming College Visitors

Representatives from college admissions offices visit Rising Tide to meet with students throughout the fall. These meetings take place during upper school lunch and are open to upper school students in all grades. Upcoming visitors include:

Thursday, November 9

• Champlain College
• Russell Sage College

Thursday, November 16

• Air Force ROTC at Boston University (during Advisory, not lunch)

Fundraiser for Rising Tide at Red Robin Restaurants

Rising Tide Charter Public School will receive 20% of sales* during this fundraiser at both Plymouth and Wareham Red Robin locations. Participate on November 8 by showing the Plymouth location flyer (Spanish version here) or Wareham location flyer (Spanish version here) to your server, or by ordering online at redrobin.com or on the Red Robin mobile app. For online and mobile app orders you must add the fundraiser to your cart before you check out for the sales to count towards the fundraiser.

Athletics Update

Girls' and Boys' Soccer Teams Competed in State Tournament this Weekend

This past weekend, our boys' and girls' soccer teams participated in the MIAA state tournament. After leading at halftime, the girls succumbed to a strong second-half offense from Mount Everett Regional to complete their season. The boys won their first tournament game in our program's history with a 1-0 victory over Lenox on Saturday afternoon. They then had to turn around and travel to the #1 seed, Sutton, on Sunday. Our Herons put up a great effort but lost the game to complete their season. We are proud of all their hard work. The winter sports season begins the week of November 27. 

Meet the Coaches Night for Winter Sports is November 14

Rising Tide will host a Meet the Coaches Night on Tuesday, November 14 at 6:00 pm in the Atrium. Families will have the opportunity to meet the winter coaches and receive information about the upcoming sports season. Students interested in trying out for a winter sport should register online here. The deadline to register is November 20.

Try-Outs for Winter Sports Begin in November

Girls' Varsity Basketball: November 27 and 28 from 5:00-6:30 pm at Sacred Heart

Boys' JV and Varsity Basketball: November 27 and 28 from 3:30-5:00 pm at Sacred Heart

Middle School Boys' Basketball: December 4 and 7 from 3:30-5:00 pm at Village Sports Club in Pine Hills

Middle School Girls' Basketball: December 5 and 8 from 3:30-5:00 pm at Village Sports Club in Pine Hills

All varsity practices will normally be held Monday-Friday from 3:30-5:00 or 5:00-6:30 pm and some Saturdays at Sacred Heart through December. All middle school practices are 2-3 days a week from 3:30-5:00 pm at Village Sports Club in Pine Hills.

Recent Happenings At Rising Tide

Seniors Celebrate Their Work Completing College Applications

Seniors were treated to ice cream during lunch last week (thanks to the Parent Group!) in recognition of the hard work they have been putting into college applications. The first major deadline was November 1st. 

Middle School Students Performed Their Fall Play Last Week

Rising Tide's middle school students performed their fall play, The Seussification of Romeo & Juliet, last week.

Halloween Celebrated at Rising Tide Last Week

Quick Links and Contacts

Breakfast and Lunch at Rising Tide: Rising Tide's breakfast and lunch program, catered by the Plymouth Public Schools, offers free lunches for students each day at Rising Tide. Check out November's lunch menu here.

Attendance Line: Call (508) 747-2620, ext. 102 to report your child's absence from school.

Complete a Notes from Home to Rising Tide Office Form to share daily communication with our office staff at Rising Tide, including dismissal information.

Health Questions: Contact Nurse Leader, Lisa Hughes, at lhughes@risingtide.org. You can also call (508) 747-2620 x115.

Monday Memo Translated: If you are interested in translating the Monday Memo into another language, you can do so by clicking on the button below for instructions. Each issue of the Monday Memo will be added to this website page the day after an issue is published.