August 19, 2020

Welcome to the new and improved Raider Report, just in time for the 2020-2021 school year! Please bookmark this site as it will house many of the important documents and information that will come in handy. Take a moment to check out the "Virtual Resources" tab for items such as the daily schedule and a useful FAQ for parents. As always, please do not hesitate to reach out to us by phone (804) 378-2510 or email me directly at Derek_Wasnock@ccpsnet.net. I know that a new school year, especially this one, can cause anxiety, but know that we are here to do everything that we can to ensure your child's success.

• Click on the Virtual Resources tab on the left to see the daily schedule, FAQ page, and other important information about virtual learning.

• Our 6th grade virtual family orientation will be on Tuesday, September 1 at 4:00pm. I will be sending a link in the near future.

• We will have a virtual orientation and question and answer period for all families on Tuesday, September 1 at 4:30pm. I will be sending a link for this event in the near future as well.

• CCPS sent an email to all of our families regarding MAP testing before the first day of school. I would like to stress the importance of these two tests. This is not a test for a grade; however, it is important for us to collect data so that we can measure for gaps and growth and provide the most accurate instruction moving forward.
  • The CCPS MAP Landing Page will give you more information about what this assessment is, what to expect when your child is testing, how long the test will take, as well as the opportunity for a practice test. Our plan is to have test sessions available between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. daily, with two evening sessions scheduled twice each week. Your student can test at any time in the window below.

The assessments will take place as follows:

Aug. 24-28: All reading tests

Aug. 31-Sept. 4: All math tests

Be sure to use the Google meet and phone number provided on the Landing Page if you have any questions.

• Unfortunately, our talented artists were unable to show their work in the Fine Arts Festival this past school year, so here is an online gallery of student art pieces. Many thanks to the art department for putting this together!

https://sites.google.com/ccpsnet.net/rmsartshow?pli=1&authuser=2

• Attention Rising 6th Grade Band Families:

The instrument selection process for this year will be a virtual one. All beginning band students must select their instrument via www.RobiousBands.com prior to Friday, August 28. If you have any questions or run into technical difficulties accessing the instrument selection slideshow, please do not hesitate to reach out to the band director, Mrs. Eaton. erica_eaton@ccpsnet.net

• As of August 24, you will be able to access your student's schedule for the 20-21 school year through Parent/StudentVue. Please note that schedules are still subject to change. A final schedule will be released on the first day of school. Please stay tuned for more details regarding the release.

If you need a schedule correction, please complete the following google form - http://bit.ly/rmsincorrect20.

School counselors will address the necessary changes starting August 31st when they return to the building. Elective change requests were due April 17.2020. Due to class availability, pre-selected alternate electives may have been used to complete your student's schedule. Requests for specific teachers or accommodations regarding learning pods cannot be honored.

• Click here for an important message regarding required immunizations your student may need. Please keep in mind that even though school will be starting virtually, the September 8th deadline is still in effect.