Reedy Creek M.S. News
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NO SCHOOL ON MEMORIAL DAY: MONDAY, MAY 27 School will be closed for students and staff on Monday, May 27, in observance of Memorial Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, May 28. It will be an "A" day for student elective classes. Entered: May 23rd, 2013 |
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AWARD CEREMONIES FOR ALL GRADES: FRIDAY, JUNE 7 Awards Ceremonies for all 3 grades will take place on Friday, June 7. Times are as follows: Grade 7: 8:45-9:45 Grade 6: 10:15-11:15 Grade 8: 1:30-2:30 followed by a reception in the media center. There will be NO early dismissal after the awards. Entered: May 17th, 2013 |
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ATHLETIC MEETING RISING 9s CARY HS: TUES. MAY 21 at CARY HS There will be a meeting for players and parents of any rising 9th grade students interested in participating in sports at Cary High School next year. The meeting will take place on Tuesday, May 21 in the auditorium at Cary High School. General athletic information will be shared from 6:30-7:00pm. Individual team meetings including football, men's soccer, baseball and women's basketball will take place from 7:00-7:30pm. Please plan to attend. Entered: May 13th, 2013 |
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EOG PROCTORS: MAY 20 TO 23 AND MAY 31 End of Grade testing requires participation from the greater RCMS community. Each and every test room needs a proctor (test monitor) to ensure the safe and fair administration of tests. Testing is held from 8:00 to 11:30. Please check to see if your workplace supports volunteering in the community. To proctor, you will need to: 1. Sign-up on the volunteer registry - Mondays only at a WCPSS facility like RCMS 2. Sign-up for a date or two, and 3. come for a short training before the test. You can leave a message for Mr. Kim Douglas with any questions or concerns on the sign-up page. Many thanks for your support of the testing program. Entered: May 11th, 2013 |
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FREE ATHLETIC PHYSICALS: SEVERAL LOCATIONS AND DATES Carolina Family Practice and Sports Medicine is offering $10 physicals for Middle and High School Athletes. They have several locations and dates available in May. You must bring your Middle School Athletic Paricipation form with. See the Athletics page for details and dates. Entered: May 11th, 2013 |
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COLOR GUARD AUDITIONS: RISING 9TH GRADERS Auditions are open to all students attending the schools listed, no experience is required. Cary High School (in the Cary HS Band Room) Practice on May 8, 9, and 13 (3:30pm - 5:00pm) Audition on May 14 (3:30pm)for information about the Cary HS Color Guard, please contact Mr. Minick (919) 460-3572 Athens Drive High School (in the Athens Drive HS Band Room) Practice on May 13 and 14 (6:30pm - 8:30pm) Audition on May 15 and 16 (6:30pm - 8:30pm)for information about the Athens Drive HS Color Guard, please contact Dr. Jerry Markoch (919) 233-4077 Entered: May 5th, 2013 |
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SPONSORSHIP AND FUNDRAISING: 8TH GRADE DANCE Some "eagles" are flying up and the 8th grade dance is a great chance to celebrate the occasion! There are several opportunities for the greater RCMS community to contribute to the dance's success. You can SPONSOR some of the activities like music or refreshments, please see the SPONSORSHIP FLYER. Or, you can join with others from RCMS at CICI's on Thursday, May 2nd, 4 to 10, Maynard and Cary Towne Blvd, and CICI's will contribute to our school. Another great opportunity comes your way just in time for Mother's Day. On Saturday, May 11th from 9 to 3, there will be a bake sale and car wash at Advance Auto Parts at Harrison and Maynard. Hope to see you there! Please click links for EVENTS FLYER and also to SIGNUP TO HELP WITH EVENT Entered: April 29th, 2013 |
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TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK: MAY 6-10 The RCMS PTA wishes to remind families and students that Teacher Appreciation Week is May 6-10. In an effort to assist students in celebrating the staff, there is a suggested appreciation theme for each day. Please remember your students have multiple teachers including specialists like reading, PE, Spanish, Art, ESL, AG, and electives. Please click for Themes and Suggestions. Entered: April 25th, 2013 |
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SCHOOL PRINCIPAL DAY: WEDNESDAY, MAY 1 The RCMS PTA wishes to remind families and students that May 1st is School Principal Day. Please remember to thank our school administration for all their hard work! Entered: April 25th, 2013 |
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8TH GRADE DANCE: PLANNING AND DONATIONS 8th grade parents are invited to planning meeting for the 8th grade dance on Wednesday, April 24th at 3:15. If you would like to help but cannot make the meeting, please contact the PTA or Mrs. Hoyes, the staff liason for the dance. Donations for the dance should be turned in to your student's guided study teacher by May 3rd. Entered: April 21st, 2013 |
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SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR: MONDAY, APRIL 22-WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24 Visit the book fair in the Chorus room from 7:30 to 3:30 daily! Your help is greatly appreciated to make the Book Fair a success! To help at the book fair please SIGN UP. Entered: April 18th, 2013 |
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EARLY RELEASE: FRIDAY, APRIL 19 - 12:30 Students will be dismissed from school at 12:30 on Friday, April 19th. Entered: April 14th, 2013 |
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PARENT ENGAGEMENT SURVEY: The School Improvement Team would like your help. One of the goals of the current plan is to increase parent engagement at our school.We will use your feedback to plan future opportunities for parents to get involved at RCMS. Click on the School Improvement Plan Survey Link. If you do not have access to the Internet, you may pick up a copy of the survey in Student Service. Thanks,RCMS School Improvement Team. Entered: April 11th, 2013 |
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EOG NIGHT: THURSDAY, APRIL 18 EOG night helps students and parents prepare for testing in May. Test preparation materials and testing tips are featured. The evening will also showcase a student and staff talent show! EOG preparation is from 6 to 6:45 and the talent show is from 7 to 8:30. Entered: April 10th, 2013 |
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KALEIDOSCOPE ART SHOW 2013: APRIL 1 - APRIL 11 The Reedy Creek Art Department is honored to be participating in "The Kaleidoscope Art Show" at Cary Town Center from April 1, 2013 until April 11, 2013. Select student art work will be on display to help celebrate the talents of the wonderful students here at RCMS. Please stop by! The display is located near "The Preztel Twist." Entered: March 28th, 2013 |
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KUDOS TO THE 8TH GRADE BAND Congratulations to the RCMS 8th Grade Band! On Wednesday, March 20, the RCMS 8th Grade Band performed at the Music Performance Adjudication event at Ligon Middle School, sponsored by the North Carolina Bandmasters Association. Each participating band performed three concert selections and then sight-read a piece of music they have never seen before. The Reedy Creek Band received an Excellent rating for their stage performance (second highest rating possible) and a Superior rating for their sight-reading performance (highest rating possible). Entered: March 21st, 2013 |
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VOLUNTEERS FOR 8TH GRADE DANCE: FRIDAY, MAY 31 Parents of 8th grade students: On May 31st there is a dance for 8th graders. This is an annual event sponsored by the parents. Donations and volunteers are needed to organize and run the dance. We need your help! If you are interested in helping plan the dance please contact Robin Bunting at ladybirdbunting@hotmail.com. There will be a meeting for all volunteers in the coming weeks to get the project underway. Donations are requested from each 8th grade family to cover expenses for decorations, the DJ and refreshments. Please send your donations in to the school office marked 8th grade dance. Cash or checks made out to PTA are accepted. Thank you for helping the 8th grade class end the year with a fun dance! Entered: March 18th, 2013 |
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WAKE TECH HEALTH SCIENCES OPEN HOUSE: SATURDAY,APRIL 6 On April 6th from 10am to 2pm, students and their families will be able to tour Wake Tech Health Sciences Campus, labs and classrooms, plus be able to talk with faculty and students and participate in educational activities. There will be hands on activities and demonstrations, informational booths, and presentations for all from children to adults. Mark your calendars and download the flyer Entered: March 18th, 2013 |
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ASHLEY MILLS' ANTIBULLYING CAMPAIGN: MONDAY, MARCH 18 Miss Ashley Mills, NC Graduate, Miss NC USA for 2013, will talk with 8th grade students at 8:45 about her experiences in high school and engage students in creating safe school communities, free from violence and fear of physical and emotional intimidation. You can view her biography. Entered: March 15th, 2013 |
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EARLY RELEASE: FRIDAY, MARCH 15 Students will be dismissed from school at 12:30. Entered: March 12th, 2013 |
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2 RCMS STUDENTS SELECTED FOR NC ALL STATE JAZZ BAND
Since last September Charlie Sothcott (trombone)and Chris Inhulsen (trumpet) have been preparing, practicing, auditioning, and advancing to the next level based on audition results. Their accomplishments include participation in County Band, District Band, and Regional Jazz Band this academic year. On Saturday March 9th both Sothcott and Inhulsen auditioned and were selected to participate in the NC All-State Jazz Band to be held at NCCU in April. Charlie Sothcott was also selected to participate in the 2013 NC All-State Honors Band being held at UNC-Greensboro in May. Entered: March 11th, 2013 |
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BUDDY-UP BLOG AVAILABLE FOR RACE REGISTRATION Visit the Buddy-Up Against Bullying blog to register for our first RCMS or VIRTUAL 5K run on March 16th. Virtual runners can run "together" with us without having to be in the same place! Register,download your bib, and start wearing it today so you can spread the message against bullying as you run, walk, ride, etc. Click the logo above or HERE to register for either the RCMS or Virtual run. Entered: March 7th, 2013 |
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CREEK MADNESS WAS FUN Creek Madness was FUN! Thank you to the students, parents, staff and Cary Invasion players who participated in the PTA Creek Madness Basketball Game on February 28th. The event was a success and a great time was had by all! The PTA wishes to thank the RCMS Jr. Beta Club students for their work at the event! Thank you to our sponsors who donated t-shirts, and door prizes. Thank you to the Cary Invasion and Harlem Globetrotters for donating tickets to upcoming games! Entered: March 2nd, 2013 |
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RISING 6TH GRADE OPEN HOUSE: TUES MAR 12 AND THURS MAR 14 STARTS AT 5:30: Tour the school, learn about transition to middle school, hear about our electives and buy RCMS spirit wear. Open house is repeated on March 14th. Entered: March 1st, 2013 |
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RISING 9TH GRADE PARENT NIGHT: TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 12 REMINDER: Parents and rising 9th grade students are invited to a High School Info session at 6:00PM. Mr. K. Douglas, 8th grade counselor, and Mrs. R. Guilford, Career Development Coordinator, are hosting the event. Read about new HS to College Programs">at CFNCand Career and College Ready Entered: February 11th, 2013 |
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REEDY CREEK MADNESS: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28 at 4:30 Reedy Creek madness is coming...RCMS PTA basketball game, students vs staff vs parents! We need guys and gals to sign up at school near the locker rooms. Pizza and drinks will be available. Come and play a little hoop against teachers and parents. Who will rule the court??? Parents should contact:Dara Shoffner Entered: February 2nd, 2013 |
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PARENTS GRADE 7 AND 8: SPRING HEALTHFUL LIVING CURRICULUM Parents of grade 7 and 8 students should review the Healthful Living class curriculum related to Reproductive Health and Safety. For more information please click below.Parent Letter and Board Policy Entered: January 30th, 2013 |
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RISING 9TH GRADE PARENT NIGHT: TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 6:00PM Parents and rising 9th grade students are invited to a High School Info session at 6:00PM. Mr. K. Douglas, 8th grade counselor, and Mrs. R. Guilford, Career Development Coordinator, are hosting the event. Read about new HS to College Programs at CFNC and Career and College Ready Entered: January 26th, 2013 |
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NEW RUN CLUB STARTS: WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30 Students,parents and staff are welcome! Find club description and register online from the RCMS website: choose the Activities and Clubs button. Activities and Clubs See you, rain or shine, Wednesdays, 3:15 to 4:30! Download informational flyer Entered: January 21st, 2013 |
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VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION: MONDAYS ONLY 8 TO 4 AT ANY WCPSS FACILITY Reedy Creek is in need of volunteer participation to assist with testing: bench mark and end of grade testing. Registration must be completed at any WCPSS facility on a Monday between the hours of 8 and 4. The registration process takes about 15 minutes and is completed through a secure online site. Entered: January 2nd, 2013 |
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EARLY CHECK OUT REMINDER Early Check-Out: Checking Children Out Early: If you need to pick your child up early for an appointment, please be sure to check them out before 2:30 pm. If you wait until after that time, you run the risk of getting caught in the carpool line. Traditionally the end of the day is a very busy time, so we would like to take care of early check-out before then. Identification is required before your child is released. Entered: December 13th, 2012 |
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Reedy Creek Middle School Musicians Advance to All States