RAIDERS UPDATE

Raiders News

It’s hard to believe that Spring Break is upon us! As the days grow longer and the sounds of spring (and our recent snowfall) begin to fill the air, we hope this break provides you with the chance to rest, recharge, and spend quality time with family and friends. Whether you're traveling, enjoying time outdoors, or simply relaxing at home, take this opportunity to unwind and embrace the fresh start that spring brings.

We look forward to welcoming everyone back, refreshed and ready for the final stretch of the school year. Have a safe and enjoyable Spring Break!

HOT LUNCH ORDERING FOR MAY

Ordering is open April 1 - 15, 2025 for your May hot lunch.

Click here to order

Code: RMSHL

Important Dates & Reminders:

Please be sure to report absences here and all other communication can be sent to rms@blackgold.ca

March 29 - April 6 - Spring Break - No School

April 1 - 15 - Ordering for May Hot Lunch

April 10 - Band at Leduc Music Festival

April 11-12 - Gr 5/6 Boys Floor Hockey tournament at Corinthia Park School

April 14 - Term 4 begins - new CTF courses

April 15 - Jr High Badminton Tournament at Dansereau

April 16-17 - RMS Band Camp at Camp Nakamun

April 17 - Raiders Red Eye (6pm - 1am)

April 18 - 21 - Easter Weekend - No School

April 22 - PD Day - No School

April 23 - School Council Meeting at 4:45pm

April 23-May 16 - Electronics Recycling Roundup

April 24 - Pancake Breakfast

April 24-25 - Gr 5/6 Badminton Tournament at Dansereau

April 26 - RMS/JMHS Band Bottle Drive

IMPORTANT! School Fees!

BG Technology fees, CTF fees and field trip fees if applicable are on your parent portal. It is impossible to run our CTF/Field Trips without the fees. We appreciate your attention to this!

Quarter 3 fees are due now!

Please reach out to our office staff if you would like to set up a payment plan for your fees. Breaking the payments up over the school year can allow you to pay your fees without the stress of paying everything all at once.

Counsellor's Corner

Whew! We made it to spring break, and if you're wondering what fun there may be to find, check out this link to events in the Edmonton area. Click HERE! Lots of opportunities to find such as a two for one Muttart Conservatory/Zoo ticket.

The following resources and connections posted below are offered to support our Alberta families. They are brought to us by Community Education Services and are put together by AHS. Webinars where pre-registration is required, but they are FREE. For more information, email ces@recoveryalberta.ca

Navigating the Pressure to Perform: Exploring the Benefits of Well-being Centered Identity Development for Children and Teens, April 2nd 10-11:30 am Click HERE to register.

Parent Guilt, April 7 6-8 pm click HERE to register.

Vaping & Youth April 9th 11:30am -1 pm Click HERE to register.

Navigating Suicide Prevention: Understanding Risk, Building Resilience, and Fostering Community Support, April 10th 6-7:30 pm Click HERE to register.

Headache in kids and teens, April 10, 2025 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM Click HERE to register

Understanding Social Media Use in Teens, April 15th 6 pm -8 pm Click HERE to register

Building Resiliency in Today's Youth, April 17th 11:30am -1 pm Click HERE to register.

Digital Dilemma: The Impact of Screens, Social Media, and Gaming on Youth, May 22nd 11:30am -1 pm Click HERE to register.

40+ previously recorded presentations can be viewed, anytime, on the CES YouTube playlist.

In case you are interested: a comprehensive list of contact numbers and links for local support: AHS Contacts for Mental Health. In addition, CLICK HERE to access a list of Community Clinics and Crisis Information.

My name is Ronda Kehoe, and I am the Learning Support Teacher as well as our school counsellor. I am not a therapist, but can support students as things come up. Life happens! My role supports students' individual learning and wellness needs as well as acting as a liaison to community and AHS resources. I can be reached through our main office phone at 780-987-2204 or by email at ronda.kehoe@blackgold.ca. Don't hesitate to reach out!