Families,

I love looking out my office window this time of year as the days are getting longer, the sun is starting to come out more, and I am loving the warmer temps! But, most of all, I love seeing all of our students doing a variety of things either during the school day or afterschool here at Ridgetop!

Highlight of the week was definitely our night football game. Although we didn't come home with the win, it was a "win" overall! It was definitely fun to see our football team start their season off, our cheerleaders and band getting to perform, and seeing so many of you there! Love that we have such a supportive community.

I hope you have a great weekend and are able to get out and enjoy some of the nice weather!

Shaun Takenouchi

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We want to share that our Assistant Principal, Miranda Smallwood, has accepted a position as Principal of Woodward Middle School in the Bainbridge Island School District, and will be transitioning at the end of this school year.

She has shared what a true honor it has been to serve the Ridgetop community, being incredibly proud of our students and deeply grateful for the partnership of our staff and families in supporting a strong, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

Miranda would also like to share the following with our students and families:

“This decision was not an easy one, but it reflects a unique opportunity that aligns closely with my family’s roots and my continued commitment to public education and community-centered leadership.

Please know that my focus remains fully on Ridgetop for the remainder of the school year. I am committed to finishing the year strong and supporting a smooth and thoughtful transition for our school. Thank you for your continued partnership and support, and I look forward to staying connected across the County at Arts and Athletics events, and beyond!"

The Future Focused Summer Academy is a free program offering support for students in their transition from elementary to middle school. It engages rising sixth graders in activities to grow in their self-regulation and mindfulness skills, build hope and resilience, and explore interests, strengths, and future pathways. Parents/guardians of enrolled students have the opportunity to participate in a complementary workshop on Strengths-Based and Hope-Centered Parenting for Student Success.

Date: Monday-Thursday, July 20-23 and July 27-30 (8 day session)

Time: 8:30-12:30, including lunch

Location: Olympic College campus in Bremerton

Busing provided by most districts.

Contact: Promise Partner, promise.partner@kitsapstrong.org, 206-771-0029

Washington State University 4-H Military Teen Adventure Camps offer campers high-adventure activities such as archery, bicycle moto crossing (BMXing), climbing, swimming, zip lining, completing ropes courses, and sea kayaking. Lodging accommodations include open-air cabins and yurts. Between adventures, campers enjoy family-style meals, campfires, and other camp traditions.

Washington State University 4-H is the partner in charge of this camp location. For more information, contact Stormy Ingersoll at 4h.militarycamps@wsu.edu or (360) 804-0860.

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.

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

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.