NewsGrande May 1st, 2025
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Letter from Ahlum
Letter from Ahlum
Dear Rio Grande School Community,
Thank you for your engagement, patience, and care during a deeply challenging time for our school. Last week brought significant emotional weight to our community as we confronted unsettling news. I want to acknowledge the strength, compassion, and commitment our faculty, families, and Board of Trustees showed.
We are moving forward with focus and resolve. I attached a summary document outlining immediate and longer-term updates to our policies and procedures to strengthen student safety and institutional accountability. Some changes are already being implemented, while others require time and thoughtful development. This is the beginning of an ongoing process — not a one-time fix — and we are committed to doing this work with transparency, intention, and care.
Several community members raised thoughtful questions about the role and responsibilities of the Board of Trustees. These questions are both welcome and important. Each fall, we host a Coffee with the Head of School and Board Chair to discuss the purpose and function of independent school boards, and we strongly encourage your attendance. This information is also provided at the New Parent Orientation. In the meantime, you may find these two resources helpful:
The National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) Guide to the Board’s Role: Board of Trustees;
We remain committed to strengthening our systems and our relationships with one another. I am grateful for your partnership and trust as we move forward.
Warmly,
Ahlum Scarola
Head of School
IMPORTANT DATES FOR MAY:
IMPORTANT DATES FOR MAY:
May 3rd: Swim Meet at GCCC (Warm-Up 8am. Meet 9am)
May 5th: Teacher Appreciation Week and Alice in Wonderland Spirit Week
May 8th: 5th overnighter Bandelier
May 14-16th: Spring Musical - NO K-6 AFTERCARE
May 17th: Benefit Concert @ Nuckolls Brewing 2:00-5:00
May 19-22nd: 6th to Cottonwood Gulch
May 23rd: Field Day Noon Dismissal - NO AFTERCARE
May 26th: Memorial Day No School
May 29th: Last Day of School Noon Dismissal
May 30th: Sixth Grade Ceremony 1:30-3:00
May Planner
May Planner
RGS Camp Vista Spotlight
RGS Camp Vista Spotlight
📣🛼 Roll Out Skate Camp! 🛼📣
Calling all young skaters! Get ready to roll into an exciting summer adventure at Roll Out Skate Camp, designed for kids in Grades 1-6! Led by Miranda, a passionate roller skating coach with over 10 years of experience, this camp will introduce your child to the joy of skating in a fun, engaging, and supportive environment.
Miranda has coached men’s, women’s, and junior skaters and is also the founder of Santa Fe Skate Night, bringing the skating community together through pop-up events.
🌟 What to Expect:✔️ Fun music & skate games ✔️ Stretching & movement exercises ✔️ Basic skating skills & confidence building ✔️ A supportive and energetic environment.
Whether your child is a beginner or already comfortable on wheels, this camp is perfect for staying active, making friends, and having a blast on skates! 📅 Spots are limited – sign up now and let’s roll! 🛼✨
✨Register HERE:✨
Faculty Raffle
Faculty Raffle
Support Our Educators & Tuition Assistance Program!
The annual Teacher Raffle is a beloved tradition at Rio Grande School! This is your chance to show appreciation for our amazing educators while also supporting our Tuition Assistance Program. Purchase raffle tickets for a teacher of your choice, or spread the love and buy tickets for all our incredible teachers! We’ll draw five lucky winners at the Spring Benefit Concert, each receiving a $500 cash prize. All proceeds beyond the cash awards will directly benefit our Tuition Assistance Program, helping make RGS accessible to more families.
Join us in celebrating and supporting the heart of our school—our teachers!
Please join us in welcoming Oliver Winkler to Rio Grande School!
Oliver, son of our beloved kindergarten teacher, Ms. Jemima, is a senior at Santa Fe Prep and will spend the coming weeks completing his required internship hours on our campus. He’ll support educators and connect with students across all grade levels.
Oliver will begin his studies at Northeastern University this fall. While his current goal is a career in medicine, we’re hopeful his time with us might inspire a detour into education!
Due to low order numbers, we have been keeping the ordering window for lunch open.
To ensure your order is received in time it is recommended to place your lunch orders at least a week ahead, for the following week.
Check weekly menus, load your bank, place orders and more at EZ School Apps.
Please ensure your students pack enough snacks to comfortably get them through the school day.
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