We will either find a way or make one. (Hannibal 247-182 BC)
Our School
Rancho del Rey Middle School (RDM) is one of eleven middle schools in the Sweetwater Union High School District. Situated on thirty-three acres, our campus opened in July 1997 and is currently home to a diverse student body of over 1600 seventh and eighth graders. Our school is characterized by exemplary instructional delivery and a climate that is rigorous, exciting, and productive.
QUICK NEWS
PROGRESS REPORTS: The first Progress Report of Semester II will be distributed to students on February 19. Thanks for monitoring your student's performance. (Staff)
PTSO: Check out the latest e-blast from Trish Riley for important dates, events, and tips on helping your child. If you are not a member of the PTSO, be sure to be a part of the school's most active organization for parents. (Riley)
QSP-TIME/WFC FUNDRAISER: We're launching our QSP Time/World's Finest Chocolates fundraiser and need everyone to do their best! Please read the attached information sheet and let's meet our goals to help out our student programs. (Black)
FAMILY SCIENCE DAY: The American Associate for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is holding its national conference in San Diego! Free admission to families on February 20 and February 21. Our school district is offering free shuttle bus service from three schools. Students must have the field trip permission forms completed even if the child is accompanied by an adult. This is event for the entire family and a lunch is being provided. Please read the flier (Spanish) for more information. Families wishing to provide their own arrangements must check in at Area B-1 of the Exhibit Hall. (Rodecker)
YEARBOOK ADS: It's time to reserve a space in the 2010 yearbook and create a message for that special someone in your life! Parents can download the forms for yearbook recognition ads. The ads will be in color and this is a great way to cherish the memories of middle school. Deadline for submitting information and payment is February 26. (Sudderth)
SPORTS: You can download the soccer and basketball schedules for after-school sports here. (Boson)
NEWSLETTER AND SCHOOL SUCCESS: Download the latest newsletter from our counseling team. Counselors are always looking for ways to help your child succeed. Link to the Counselors Page to review the latest strategies for success. (Ortiz)
PARENTS: The Parent Teacher Student Organization is continuing its membership campaign. Check out the latest information by clicking on the PTSO link. Also save the download for Second Semester events for parents including Coffee with the Principal. Your input at our meetings is valuable and important so feel free to print and submit your suggestions using our Working Together...Partnership Form. The spring semester meeting dates for the School Site Council are available for download by clicking Meeting Dates, Semester II (09-10). Please note, there has been a date change for the January School Site Council Meeting. (ZPM)
POWER READING: There is a new course syllabus posted for Semester II, Power Reading. Check the Power Reading page for details. (Sudderth)
JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT: Jennifer Cortez, President of the GATE Parent Committee, is hosting an upcoming after school activity called Junior Achievement's "Economics for Success". Participating students and interested parents can download and view the flier. (Cortez)
CONFERENCE: Saturday, March 6 - Adelante Mujer Student/Parent Conference (7:45 - 1:50 PM)
FLU UPDATE: If your child has missed school due to a communicable illness such as the flu,chicken pox, or similar infections, please download and complete this form before sending your child back to school. Please read the most recent update on the H1N1 virus from our school nurse. (Nitti)
EXPECTATIONS: Parents and students are reminded that details about student dress and behavior can be found in the Student Handbook and the Policy and Guidelines link. (SUHSD)