RAMS NEWS-Jan 15, 2024
Tina Cortis
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RAMS Students of the MonthCongratulation to the Students of the Month for December! Grade 6
Team 1 Ryan Magoon
Team 2 Anya Hild
Team 3 Lilly Butterly
Unified Arts Claire Nielsen
WL Ella Bennett
Grade 7 Team 1 Vivian Frease
Team 2 Andrew Ferguson
Team 3 Liv Kerchner
Unified Arts Audrey McDaniel
WL Orson Daniels
Grade 8
Team 1 Gavin McGann
Team 2 Emily Crawford
Team 3 Gavin McElhinney
Unified Arts Joel Burgett
WL Sreenidhi Kandru |
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RAMS CARE - Unified Classroom FYIDear RAMS Families,
Staff at Robert Adams Middle School have been utilizing Unified Classroom Behavior Support via PowerSchool for much of this school year. This program refers to a comprehensive and collaborative approach to managing and promoting positive behavior in educational settings. The goal is to foster a positive school culture, enhance student well-being, and optimize learning outcomes. A very important piece to this approach is the regular recognition of positive student behaviors, and where appropriate, corrective feedback from staff to students. Students earn RAMS CARE points as part of this approach.
We are so proud of our students as they have collectively earned over 10,000 RAMS CARE points this school year for demonstrating our core RAMS CARE values of Compassion, Acceptance, Respect, Effort.
We would also like to recognize the work our staff has done by incorporating this into their practice and writing so many kind and thoughtful notes to support our students.
Lastly, we would like to acknowledge that our use of Unified Classroom to support our core values here at RAMS is a work in progress and that work is evolving throughout this school year.
IMPORTANT - Before our next Newsletter, families will receive an email with individual log-in instructions for parents and caregivers to access the parent portal in Unified Classroom. There, families will be able to view the same feedback their students have been receiving from their teachers! |
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RAMS CARE T-Shirts & OrderingDear RAMS Families,
Earlier this school year, students took part in a RAMS CARE t-shirt design competition. We recently received those t-shirts and are ready to distribute t-shirts to students who previously requested them. The cost is $7 cash or check made payable to Robert Adams Middle School.
IMPORTANT - Any student that did not previously order a t-shirt, but has subsequently changed their minds and would like to order a t-shirt, will have the opportunity to do so over the next week.
Thank you. |
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RAMS New Band DirectorWe are pleased to announce the hiring of George Weithman as the Band Director at Robert Adams Middle School. Mr. Weithman is replacing Mr. Grina, who is moving to Nevada. We wish Mr. Grina the best in this next adventure, and are excited to welcome Mr. Weithman, who joins us from the Ferryway School in Malden, where he was a long-standing music and band teacher.
Mr. Weithman will be taking over all of Mr. Grina's classes, along with 6th-8th Band, and Jazz. |
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This is a webinar for parents/caregivers on 1/31/24 titled Executive Function Strategies for Creating Successful Students. |
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STAR Testing: Quick NoteSTAR Testing results will be mailed home early February. |
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It’s Time to Order a Yearbook for the 2023-2024 School Year!We’re excited to announce that yearbook ordering is open for the school year. Using this link on the school’s webpage, you can order a yearbook for your child. Yearbooks will be distributed in early June, and ordering closes at the end of April. Please don’t wait to order - we’d love to secure a yearbook for your child now. We will have a few copies to sell in person in June, but last year we ran out! The only way to guarantee one for your child is by ordering online by April 30th.
Any questions? Email Mrs. Schmid or Ms. Ditto |
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IMPORTANT Reminders about Electronics at RAMSDear Families, Please review the information below from our RAMS Student/Family Handbook about Use of Electronic Devices with your student. In recent weeks, there has been increased use of personal electronics at RAMS and it has been impacting teaching and learning. We kindly thank you in advance for helping us.
7. Use of Electronic Devices
Electronic devices, including phones, cameras, smart watches, and music-listening devices, may not be used in the common areas of the school (classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, school grounds, etc.) during the school day. Teachers will work with students to understand appropriate ways to utilize devices. Failure to comply with expectations may receive consequences. Electronic devices should be locked in student lockers during the school day. Due to privacy concerns and confidentiality issues, unauthorized use of video, cellular or audio equipment or taking still pictures is prohibited. Video or Audio recording of any individual without their knowledge and/or consent is strictly prohibited and against school policy. Such behavior may receive consequences, including possible suspension.
Should you need a copy of the handbook at your fingertips, it can be found by clicking HERE |
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Holliston PTO-Opportunities to Get InvolvedJoining the Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) is a fantastic way for parents and caregivers to engage in their student’s education and school community actively. By becoming a member of the PTO, you can play a vital role in supporting various school initiatives, fundraising efforts, and educational programs. Moreover, it provides an excellent platform for networking with fellow parents, teachers, and administrators, fostering a strong sense of community and collaboration. Whether you have a few hours to spare or are looking for opportunities to contribute your skills, joining the PTO allows you to have a meaningful impact on your child's school experience while working with other dedicated individuals who share a common goal – the success and well-being of our students. Please visit the district-wide, Pre-K through 12, Holliston PTO website.
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RAMS Clubs & ActivitiesPlease click the following link to see RAMS Clubs and Activities. All clubs will run on a designated day during the week from 2:30-3:25. Late Buses are available. Students are DEFINITELY encouraged to stay after school for academic help as well. |
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Mark Your CalendarJanuary 18 School Committee @ 7:00PM TBD School Committee @ 7:00PM--Principals midyear updates TBD School Committee-strategic initiatives 24 Middle of the Middle 31 PD day-district, no school for students
February 8 School Committee @ 7:00PM 12 Early Release: ½ PD day-building 19 Presidents Day/no school 20-23 February Vacation 29 School Committee @ 7:00PM |
