RAM News

October 2023 (vol. 22, issue 2)

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Volleyball Events

Tues., October 3rd vs. South
Thurs., October 5th @ AJ Middle

All games start at 5:30pm; home games are in Rucker's gym. Tickets must be purchased ahead of time here.

Football Events

Wed., October 4th @ North Central
Wed., October 11th @ South (Lancaster Memorial Stadium)
Wed., October 25th vs. South

All games start at 5:30pm; home games are @ Lancaster Memorial Stadium.

Tickets can be purchased ahead of time here.

Clear Bag Policy

All spectators entering a district home sporting event and other designated school events will be permitted to carry one large clear bag.

LCSD Clear Bag Policy (English)

LCSD Clear Bag Policy (Spanish)

Promise Neighborhood's first cycle Extended Day Program ends Friday, October 20th and will resume Monday, October 30th. Please contact Ms. Teschke or Mrs. Clyburn in our Guidance office with questions.

There will be no school for students Monday, October 9th.

The last day of the nine weeks is Wednesday, October 25th, and printed report cards, SC Ready data reports, & MAP data reports will be sent home Wednesday, November 1st.

Parent Teacher Conferences will be Thursday, October 26th from 4-6pm.

Registered eighth graders will take the Preliminary SAT, also known as the PSAT or the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test on Wednesday, October 18, 2023.

This test is given each year to registered eighth graders to determine which students qualify as a South Carolina Junior Scholar.

All spots have been filled.

Read

Students can make plans now to participate in this event October 13th in the library by reading at least one of the South Carolina Junior Book Award nominee books before the deadline. Readers should fill out the form in Ms. Gardner's Google Classroom to attend.

Personal Checks

Remember that all personal checks must now include an address, phone number and driver’s license #’s. These can be written on if not printed on the check.

Scan Box Tops

Download the app to immediately scan in Box Tops toward Rucker's collection goal! If you'd rather not download the app, you can send your receipts to the library with your student so we can scan them for you.

Red Ribbon Week

During the last full week of October, we plan to celebrate Red Ribbon Week by making bold fashion choices. Specific theme days will be announced closer to the special week. Remember that all other dress code rules still apply.

Hispanic Heritage Month

Mrs. Ansell, our Multi-Lingual Learner Program Specialist, wants to remind us that from September 15 to October 15, we honor the contributions of Hispanic people to our country and our world. Here are some ways she recommends celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with your family:

● Learn about the history and culture of Hispanic Americans. There are many great resources available online and in libraries.

● Visit a Hispanic museum or cultural center.

● Attend an Hispanic festival or event.

● Cook and share Hispanic food.

● Watch Hispanic movies or TV shows.

● Read books by Hispanic authors.

● Listen to Hispanic music.

● Learn a few Spanish phrases.

Most importantly, take the time to appreciate the Hispanic people in your life. Let them know how much you care and how grateful you are for their contributions.

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