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The Falcon Flyer - Website Edition

March 18, 2023

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Dear Rondout Families, Faculty and Friends,


Monday we welcome the first day of Spring. Let's hope Mother Nature gets the message and spring weather returns ASAP.


This week I am pleased to share an update regarding a special Rondout program. During the COVID years, the work of "The Village" was restricted but it is now fully operational again. During that time we made a few adjustments to The “Village” program which began more than 15 years ago. It has continued to evolve and was designed to provide students with authentic learning experiences to enhance their development of academic and life skills. This living social studies program supports building skills in social responsibility, character development, civic understanding, leadership and skills to support their lives a productive and engaged citizens.


Students have created the Village of Rondout here within our four walls and beyond. Integral to the program for students in grades 3 through 8, students serve their “village” through membership in one of eight departments. These include the Finance, Global Ambassadors, Communication, Sustainability, Public Works, Nutrition and Wellness, Parks and Recreation and Spirit Departments.


 Special projects, weekly department activities and town meetings bring government to life for the students. Each department is supported by two to three faculty advisors and 10-13 students representing the grades 3-8. 


You can look forward to hearing more about the work of each of the department in upcoming Falcon Flyers. The whole school gathers (K-8) for our weekly town meetings on Friday mornings during homeroom to hear about what is happening in the Village. Spokespersons from each department give updates facilitated by a student moderator. There is also time for questions from the audience. In addition, we often have special mini-presentations shared by faculty or by departments. It is a productive and informative 20 minutes engaging the school community.


K-2 students join in town meetings and benefit from department projects and activities. At the end of second grade students are invited to share their top three choices for Village Department assignments which start in third grade.  The Village simulates real world experiences and develops skills that can last a lifetime. When students leave Rondout, they leave with the experience of being active and engaged citizens of a responsive, involved community.


This week you will see news from the Finance Department which is re-opening the school store. The students from that department have been working on reviewing marketing, selecting products to sell, placing orders, considering financial implications of cost and profit margins. Money raised from the Finance Department program will be available for other departments to support their activities.   Mrs. Bornholdt and Mrs. Jackson are the faculty advisors for this department.


You also see news from the Spirit Department whose students have designed a weeklong series of special days next week to support school spirit and community. Our mascot Falco has returned to participate in selected activities with the help of the Spirit Department. These students have also created a special bulletin board in the main hallway celebrating Rondout with input from each of the Village Departments. Ms. Tesar and Mrs. Coronelli are the faculty advisors for the Spirit group.

The Sustainability Department will be shepherding the mini greenhouse project. They are finalizing their plans for this activity to support the edible garden and are also managing the needs of the special areas of our green space including the turtle pond, bird bee and butterfly garden and our chicken family.


These are just a few highlights of Village Activities. We will share the exciting news from the other departments in the weeks ahead. 

The energy and enthusiasm generated by the students who are involved in guided decision making, planning and implementing projects creates wonderful learning experiences. The Village is a program developed by and unique to Rondout and it was a part of what led to our recognition as a State School of Character in 2010. We are proud to say that the legacy continues. Feel free to reach out if you would like additional information about The Village.


Have a wonderful weekend. Until next time... Take care...


Dr. Jenny Wojcik

Superintendent


Ms. Elizabeth Davis

Principal

We are excited to announce that the Finance Department of the Rondout School Village will be re-opening the school store next week. We ask that if your child will be shopping at the school store, please do not send . more than $5 with your student. Below is the weekly schedule for the school store.



  • Mondays during homeroom - 4th and 5th Grade 


  • Tuesdays during homeroom - 2nd Grade


  • Wednesdays during homeroom - Kindergarten and 3rd Grade 


  • Wednesday during lunch period - 6th,7th, and 8th Grade


  • Thursdays during homeroom - 1st Grade
Click here to RSVP for Grades K-5 Bedtime Story Night

Milk Jugs Needed...

The Sustainability Department thanks you for your milk jug donations.


Thanks to those who have sent in your clean empty gallon milk jugs. The empty milk jug collection has begun and go through at least the Friday before Spring Break. We need "a lot" of milk jugs so check with your family, friends and neighbors. Please feel free to contact us if you have questions.

Week of March 20

Sponsored by the Spirit Department



Mickey and Minnie Monochrome Monday: wear black and white like an old fashioned Disney film


Tropical Tuesday: dress like you’re on a beach vacation! No bathing suits, please.


Dress like a teacher Wednesday (teachers will dress like a student)


Spring Fling Thursday: wear your brightest colors or tie-dye.


Falco Friday: Spirit Wear for student/staff volleyball game

or wear school colors to cheer on the teams

Staff Versus Students

Annual Volleyball Game

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The annual volleyball game is back again this year. This athletic challenge is between upper school students in grades 7 and 8 and the faculty. Mark your calendars for Friday March 24th at 1:15 p.m. Parents are welcome to attend. Please enter through the main entrance (near the flagpole). Parents are free to sign out their child after the game. This is an early release day in anticipation of spring break with a 2 p.m. dismissal for K-2 and a 2:30 p.m. dismissal for 3-8. It is one of our long-standing traditions enjoyed by both participants and the audience.

Click here to complete the Grades 5-8 Track Permission Form

Special Seniors Day Returns to Rondout!


Mark your calendars for Friday, April 28th! 


For one day each spring, the population at Rondout doubles. That day, we open the doors and welcome special guests for Special Seniors Day, an event that recognizes and celebrates the special relationships and interactions between generations, and the desire for multigenerational interaction as part of our children’s education. The goal of the program is to give students a chance to bond with their special guest at school.


The event is a collaboration between the PTSA and teachers, school administration, and the community. Proud grandparents, aunts, uncles, godparents and family friends have flown in from as far away as Los Angeles. Parents play a critical role in Special Senior’s Day (see below).  Because of this, parents are encouraged to find someone other than themselves, but if they want to be special guests, that’s OK.


RSVP Early!

We want to personalize this event as much as possible!  To do that, we need to capture the names of each Special Guest visiting Rondout.  There are 2 ways you can RSVP:


  • Electronically, through an e-invitation - Invitations were emailed to Rondout families on Friday, February 17th. In case the invite went to your spam, here is the URL: https://www.punchbowl.com/parties/7232fd1b275fed322817
  • Paper RSVP, via Backpack Mail - Fill out the RSVP form attached to the Falcon Flyer and send it to school in your child’s backpack.
Click here to RSVP

Parents/Volunteers Needed!

This is a shout out to all Rondout parents, nannies and friends who could spare an hour of their day on Friday, April 28th.  We need help in all areas/aspects of this event. There is something for everyone to contribute on Special Seniors Day. Volunteer now by clicking below.

Click here for the Parent Volunteer for Special Seniors Day - Sign Up

Calling the Class of 2032

Starting Kindergarten August 2023


Do you have a pre-schooler ready to start kindergarten next year? Will your child turn 5 before September 1, 2023?

Please contact the office to be added to next year's kindergarten class list. We ask that you share this request with neighbors in the district who have pre-schoolers. Kindergarten Orientation and Registration will take place on Tuesday April 11, 2023.

Purchase On-line By End of Day: 

Friday, April 21, 2023

Click here to purchase your yearbook

Rondout Café

This Week's "Specials"

Student Lunch/Includes Salad Bar: $3.75

Milk AlaCarte: $0.50

Monday

Burrito Bowl Grilled Chicken, Rice, Black Beans, Corn, Cheese, Chipotle Ranch Dressing

Tuesday

Beef Tacos w/ Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato

Wednesday

Chicken Fingers Green Beans, Jello

Thursday

Sloppy Joes Corn

Friday

Cheese Pizza Salad

Check out the student lunch menu!
Click here to add funds to your student's lunch account
Click here to complete the 6-8 Double Lunch Permission Form - 1 per student


Dates:

April 19, 2023


Time:

7:30-8:00 p.m.



Click here to join the Parent "Coffee Talk" with the Administrative Team

Capturing Learning

BASE

1st Grade Science with Mrs. Parkerson and Mrs. Reynolds

Rondout Robotics Club In Action

Leprechauns stopped by BASE on Friday March 17th

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Happy Birthday to our students who are celebrating 

birthdays in March!

Rondout PTSA

PTSA Parents Facebook Group
PTSA Directory Enrollment Form/ PTSA Pay Dues Link 
PTSA Website
PTSA Volunteer Interest Form
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Shield Testing Drop-Off Site

Rondout Main Office

Monday - Friday

8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

(Test kits for pick up will not be accepted after 2:30 p.m.)

Click here to visit the Shield On-Demand Self Collection Testing Resource Page

Coronavirus Resources

Rondout School District COVID19 Protocols
School Guidance Decision Tree Updated 8.22.2022
Updated Public Health School Guidance
Click Here for Lake County Health Department Coronavirus website
Lake County Health Department Covid Support & Help
Click Here for 211 Lake County Website

Looking Ahead

March 20 8th Grade World of Work Field Trip

March 20 Grades 3-5 Volleyball Skills Camp

March 21 Grades 3-8 Village Department Meetings

March 21 Grades 5-8 Rondout Robotics Refresher

March 21 Board of Education Meeting 7:00 p.m.

March 23 Bedtime Story Night 6:15 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

March 24 Staff vs Students Volleyball Game

March 24 K-8 Town Hall Meeting 8:30 a.m.

March 24 Early Dismissal K-2 @ 2:00 p.m. & 3-8 @ 2:30 p.m.

March 27 - March 31 Spring Break - No School

April 3 Grades 5-8 Track & Field Practice

April 4 IAR testing begins

April 4 Early Dismissal K-2 @ 2:00 p.m. & 3-8 2:30 p.m.

April 5 Grades 3-8 Green Club

April 5 Grades 5-8 Track & Field Practice

2023-2024 Calendar Highlights
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