Note from School Leaders

Dear Rising Tide Students and Families,

Now that we have entered December, we thought it would be helpful to remind our families about our procedures if school needs to be canceled, delayed, or closed early. When inclement weather is forecasted for our area, we monitor weather reports, road conditions, power outage maps, and communicate actively with our two bus companies. Please keep in mind that Rising Tide is its own school district and has families from over 20 towns in our region, so the decision to operate or close Rising Tide may not always align with the decision made by another school district.

Before the Start of the School Day

In the event that school must be canceled or delayed because of snow, unusual weather conditions, or emergency circumstances, Rising Tide will notify families by phone and email through the student information system notification platform. When possible, announcements will also be posted on the front page of the school website. Announcements will also be listed on WCVB 5, WHDH 7, WBZ 4, and Boston 25 television stations and websites. Please do not call the Police Department, Fire Department, or the Rising Tide office.

During the School Day

In the event of a school closing or unscheduled early dismissal after the school day has begun, Rising Tide will notify families by phone and email through the student information system notification platform. Unless otherwise specified, all students who normally ride the bus will be sent home by bus. Students who normally are driven to school will be held until a parent/guardian or an approved carpool driver arrives.

Second Release of Second Term Grades

We have released the first view of second term grades for students in their courses through the Community Portal. Please note that these grades will be unlocked for a limited amount of time and can be viewed on the Community Portal until Wednesday, December 6 at 3:00 p.m. Students and Parents/Guardians can use the print screen option on their computer (windows option; mac option) capture this release of current grades.

We would also like to remind families that school will be closed this Wednesday for professional development.

Have a wonderful week.

Sincerely,

Michael O'Keefe

Head of School

Zahra Williams

Interim Principal/Assistant Head of School

Tuesday, December 5: Upper school students in Local History will travel to the State Archives in Boston for fieldwork.

Tuesday, December 5: Grade 7 students will travel to Gillette Stadium to participate in a STEM project.

Tuesday, December 5: Rising Tide will host a Virtual Information Session at 7:00 pm for prospective families to learn more about the school.

Wednesday, December 6: School will be closed all day for staff professional development.

Wednesday, December 13: 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.

Monday, December 18: The Rising Tide Board of Trustees will have its monthly meeting at 7:00 pm at 59 Armstrong Road. This meeting is open to the public.

Tuesday, December 19 - Friday, December 22: The Rising Tide Junior Classical League (JCL) will host a bake sale during middle and upper school lunches.

Friday, December 22: Rising Tide's middle school students will host a talent show beginning at 9:00 a.m.

Friday, December 22: Early release day. Students will be dismissed at noon.

Monday, December 25 - Monday, January 1: School will be closed for Winter Break.

Tuesday, January 2: School reopens and classes resume.

Thursday, January 4: Rising Tide will welcome recent graduates back to school for several alumni panels for current students during Advisory.

2023-2024 School Calendar

Announcements

Yearbook Club Seeking Parent Page Submissions

Hello Seniors and Senior Families!

The Yearbook Club is looking forward to your parent page submissions, which are due Friday, December 22nd. Senior photos, bios, and baby pictures are also due on December 22nd. Please reach out if you have any questions to Ms. Martz, hmartz@risingtide.org, or Ms. Llera, ellera@risingtide.org, for assistance. Directions for submitting a parent page are located in the Senior Packet here. 

-The Yearbook Club

Parent Group Update

The Upper School Student Government elves are busy planning a week of holiday fun starting December 18th. Stay tuned for details about daily events, and find out how you can help.

Fundraiser This Wednesday

Rising Tide to Host Enrollment Information Sessions and Open Houses

Rising Tide is currently accepting applications for enrollment for grades 5-12 for the 2024-2025 school year. The school will be hosting events for those interested in learning more about Rising Tide. Please encourage interested families, friends, and neighbors to attend one of our Information Sessions or Enrollment Open Houses:

• Virtual Information Session: Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at 7:00 pm (Click here to join!)
• In-person Coffee & Conversation: Wednesday, December 13, 2023 at 8:30 am (RSVP here.)
• In-person Open House: Saturday, January 20, 2024 at 9:00 am
• In-person Open House: Thursday, January 25, 2024 at 6:30 pm
• Virtual Information Session: Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at 7:00 pm

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.

Athletics Update

Weekly Athletic Schedule

Thursday, December 7th

Varsity Girls' Basketball hosts Calvary Chapel at 4:00 pm at Sacred Heart

Varsity Boys' Basketball hosts Calvary Chapel at 5:30 pm at Sacred Heart

Friday, December 8th

Varsity Girls' Basketball hosts Wareham at 4:30 pm at Sacred Heart

Recent Happenings At Rising Tide

Middle School Students Help Homeless

Middle school students helped donate over 20 boxes to the Plymouth Area Coalition for the Homeless before Thanksgiving. Lou Clark, Rising Tide's custodian, helped stock the van. Congratulations to Ms. Robinson's Advisory who donated the most items. As a result, they won an ice cream party for the classroom.

Student Government Hosted Successful Bake Sale

Rising Tide's Student Government held a bake sale that raised $142. Proceeds will go towards holiday activities the week of December 18-22 in the upper school.

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 and December'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.