PLANNING AHEAD FOR 2018-2019
Parents of rising 6th graders: The attached powerpoint is provided for your information
| 5th_grade_parent_night__2018_.pptx |
Rockingham County Public School 2018-2019 Academic Calendar
| 18-19_odd-even_day_school_calendar.pdf |
Registration/Fee Collection Days: August 8 and August 9 from Noon - 7 p.m. in the main gym
Back to school night: August 15
6th grade Smoothie Social 6:00 - 6:30 p.m.
6th grade Orientation 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
7th & 8th Grade Open House 6:30- 8:30 p.m.
First Day of School: August 21
Additional information for incoming 6th graders:
1. Tdap BOOSTER REQUIRED FOR 6TH GRADE STUDENTS
The 2006 Virginia General Assembly passed a law which requires all 6th grade students to have a tetanus, diphtheria pertussis (Tdap) booster shot no later than the start of the new school year. Please review your child’s immunization record. If your child has not had a recent Tdap vaccine he/she will need it to start in 6th grade. Please call your doctor or the health department if you have questions. Shots may be obtained from your doctor, military clinics, or the health department. Documentation should be taken to your child’s middle school if your child receives the booster shot in the summer. Your child may not attend middle school on the first day of school if they have not received the shot or if the middle school does not have documentation of the shot. If your 5th grader receives the shot during this current school year, please provide written documentation to the elementary school. This will ensure a smooth transition to middle school. If your doctor will not administer the Tdap at this time, documentation from your physician is required before entry into middle school.
2. Athletics- 6th graders are eligible to participate in cross country, wrestling, and track. Prior to the first practice/tryouts of any sport, a completed VHSL physical form needs to be turned in. Athletic physicals must be current, having been completed after May 1 of the current year. An athletic physical will be effective through June 30 of that academic year.
6th grade Smoothie Social 6:00 - 6:30 p.m.
6th grade Orientation 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
7th & 8th Grade Open House 6:30- 8:30 p.m.
First Day of School: August 21
Additional information for incoming 6th graders:
1. Tdap BOOSTER REQUIRED FOR 6TH GRADE STUDENTS
The 2006 Virginia General Assembly passed a law which requires all 6th grade students to have a tetanus, diphtheria pertussis (Tdap) booster shot no later than the start of the new school year. Please review your child’s immunization record. If your child has not had a recent Tdap vaccine he/she will need it to start in 6th grade. Please call your doctor or the health department if you have questions. Shots may be obtained from your doctor, military clinics, or the health department. Documentation should be taken to your child’s middle school if your child receives the booster shot in the summer. Your child may not attend middle school on the first day of school if they have not received the shot or if the middle school does not have documentation of the shot. If your 5th grader receives the shot during this current school year, please provide written documentation to the elementary school. This will ensure a smooth transition to middle school. If your doctor will not administer the Tdap at this time, documentation from your physician is required before entry into middle school.
2. Athletics- 6th graders are eligible to participate in cross country, wrestling, and track. Prior to the first practice/tryouts of any sport, a completed VHSL physical form needs to be turned in. Athletic physicals must be current, having been completed after May 1 of the current year. An athletic physical will be effective through June 30 of that academic year.
Sports Physicals MUST take place AFTER May 1, 2018 to be eligible for middle or high school sports during the 2018-2019 academic year.
Blue Ridge Community College Summer Camp Opportunities
Please click on EVENTS-ANNOUNCEMENTS, Mustang Sports Information, then MMS Track for important information regarding the spring Track season.
REFI grants were awarded to 5 MMS Teachers! Congratulations!
RCPS teachers and staff members write proposals for REFI funds to enhance educational experiences for our students. Grant funds assist in making the additional field trip or experience possible. Books, materials and equipment may be needed to do a better job in conducting a unit to increase and enhance the experience for students. Over $51,000 was distributed to classrooms in Rockingham County Public Schools during the fall of 2017. Funds for REFI Educational Grants are raised annually from the "Chip-In" for Quality Schools Golf Classic and from donors like you. Contact the REFI office for additional information or to make a contribution that makes a difference in the lives of children in our community.
Flexible Seating for Focus and Freedom- Leah Kirkpatrick & Kishia Tutt
March Madness Reading Challenge- Amy Ruebke
Team Twice Exceptional: Middle school gifted education students collaborating with our students in adaptive physical education- Beth Webb & Madison Allen
March Madness Reading Challenge- Amy Ruebke
Team Twice Exceptional: Middle school gifted education students collaborating with our students in adaptive physical education- Beth Webb & Madison Allen
To access information regarding 8th grade basketball or Wrestling, go to EVENTS-ANNOUNCEMENTS, then Mustang Sports Information, then click MMS 8th Grade Girls' and Boys' Basketball or Wrestling.
After School Tutoring
Starting on Tuesday, October 10th we will be offering after school tutoring. The tutoring will be held on Tuesdays in Ms. Sisson’s room (216) and Wednesdays in Mrs. Hemingway’s room (211) until 4:30. This is a structured time for students to work on homework, make up work from absences, or just get help with any subject. Students can also get help with organization and studying. Snacks will be provided.
The activity buses will be available on those evenings for students who need a ride home. Parents are asked to pick up students promptly at 4:30. Students without rides here by 4:30 will be put on the buses. Please let the office know by 4:00 if you do not want your child to ride the bus. Note: It may take a little extra time to get students home since two buses serve students throughout our attendance area.
Starting on Tuesday, October 10th we will be offering after school tutoring. The tutoring will be held on Tuesdays in Ms. Sisson’s room (216) and Wednesdays in Mrs. Hemingway’s room (211) until 4:30. This is a structured time for students to work on homework, make up work from absences, or just get help with any subject. Students can also get help with organization and studying. Snacks will be provided.
The activity buses will be available on those evenings for students who need a ride home. Parents are asked to pick up students promptly at 4:30. Students without rides here by 4:30 will be put on the buses. Please let the office know by 4:00 if you do not want your child to ride the bus. Note: It may take a little extra time to get students home since two buses serve students throughout our attendance area.
Montevideo is a Restorative Practices School
Please click on the Restorative Practice tab under the MORE button above to learn more! We are excited to expand our approach to a restorative culture schoolwide!
Specialized Bike Promo Video
A film crew from California visited our school back in November to do a story on our bike program. To see a 3-minute promotional video (and some amazing footage of our kids and campus), go here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ry9iyD9T-Ag&feature=youtu.be
A film crew from California visited our school back in November to do a story on our bike program. To see a 3-minute promotional video (and some amazing footage of our kids and campus), go here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ry9iyD9T-Ag&feature=youtu.be
Message from Spotswood High School for rising 7th graders:
7th graders will not be permitted to go to SHS for weight-lifting and conditioning during the 2017-2018 academic year. Only 8th graders will be allowed during the Fall, Winter, and Spring. Rising 8th graders can begin going to conditioning and weight lifting the summer of 2018.
Montevideo Middle School Welcomes You!
7648 McGaheysville Rd, Penn Laird, VA 22846
main # 540-289-3401
fax # 540-289-3601
7648 McGaheysville Rd, Penn Laird, VA 22846
main # 540-289-3401
fax # 540-289-3601
We have a new traffic pattern for buses and cars. See map below.
Parents: Please wait until 3:10 to begin lining up for student pick up. School is in session until 3:10 this year. This will help ease congestion on McGaheysville Rd. Thanks for your patience during this first week as both Spotswood High School and Montevideo Middle School adjust to new schedules.
Click on the start button to hear a welcome message from Montevideo Middle School principal, Mr. Drew Miller.
How to request access to resources that are not currently accessible to persons with disabilities.
http://www.rockingham.k12.va.us/accessrequest.html
http://www.rockingham.k12.va.us/accessrequest.html