Families,

 

We made it to Winter Break! It has been a great first part of the school year. I hope that you and your families enjoy the holiday season in whatever you are doing.

Stay safe and enjoy the break!

Shaun Takenouchi

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Each week we will feature staff members at Ridgetop so that families get to know OUR Raider family better.

We have noticed with over 830 students this year, our school can be very crowded in the morning before school starts. We are going to be starting a new routine for students when they come back from the break. They are going to learn more about it in Advocacy this week as well.

The library will also be a quiet, tech free space for students before school. Please click here to see our new Library Expectations for the before school time frame.

This new procedure will start on the Monday we come back from break and will be in effect from the time we open the halls to students at 7:05 till 7:20 when the first bell rings.

One of the things we are looking at as we come back from the break is our current policy around electronics (phone, earbuds) and Chromebook usage at school. We have seen how these devices can impact a student's education and we want to ensure that we are aligned with our other middle schools to continue to promote positive interaction between our students and to help them be successful Raiders.

More to come on this in the coming weeks.

Registration & Clearance on Final Forms Is Required Before Participation: Students must be registered and cleared in Final Forms before trying out or practicing. According to WIAA and CKSD rules, this includes students having a current physical that is valid throughout the entire season and physicals being less than two years old. Physicals should be uploaded to Final Forms or dropped off at the school front office.

👉 Click here for Final Forms registration information.

Ridgetop is still seeking to hire two Assistant Wrestling Coaches for our upcoming Winter 2 Season, which begins Monday, January 5, the first day students return from winter break.

Season Dates: January 5 – March 6

Practices: Monday - Friday after school

Meets: Approximately two per week, with the first on January 22

Role: Support and mentor student-athletes while working alongside the head coach to build fundamental wrestling skills, confidence, and sportsmanship

We are hoping to interview the week of December 29th, as the season begins on Monday, January 5th. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

If you’re interested, please apply through the district website here: www.ckschools.org/jobs

Questions? Contact RMS Athletic Director, Ms. Kayla Frank, at kaylaf@ckschools.org.

We are excited to kick off the season strong. Thank you for helping us spread the word! 🤼‍♂️

We’re excited to share that Mrs. Wallace will be opening up Ridgetop’s gym for Winter Open Gym on Tuesday, December 30 and Friday, January 2, from 10:30am - noon.

This supervised open gym is a great opportunity for students to get some shots up or to simply stay active and connect with peers through sports during the break.

Important: Students must be registered for “Winter Open Gym” in Final Forms prior to attending.

This year, every month we are going to have a specific character focus that we are working on as a school. Each week, we will be focusing on different aspects of being a professional student.

Please purchase a yearbook for your Raider NOW through Feb. 1st. They are back on sale for a short time for $35. We sold out last year so buy one now! We seek PET photos from ALL grade levels:)

We also seek 8th grade baby photos. The deadline for these will be March 1, but please don't wait...the designers are excited to work on their spreads. and we may run out of space.

Thank you parents and guardians!!

Becky Marshall, yearbook advisor

Planning a move or withdrawal? Please contact our Registrar, Kim Nededog, at 360-662-2900 ext. 2940 at least three days ahead of your student’s last day so we can help make the transition smooth.

Here is a link to our sporting events for the coming week.

Just a couple of reminders for students that are planning to attend this:

Thank you! We are glad so many students are starting to utilize this resource.

Ridgetop is in need of adult mentors. All it takes is 1 hour per week to make a difference in a student's life. The goal of the mentoring program is to develop positive relationships between schools and students, parents, and community.  All mentors receive training on how to support students with goal setting, and peer relationships.

Mentoring takes place on school property. Mentors may play board games, draw, practice flashcards, read, discuss grades and study habits, or just spend time talking. If this sounds like something you can do, please get in contact with our building coordinator Jeff Kahler@ jeffreyk@ckschools.org. Adult mentors make a huge difference in a youth's life.