1. Important Dates

October 17 - No After-School Program (all students depart at 2:15 PM)

October 20 - Diwali - School & Office Closed

October 24 - PTA Trunk or Treat, 5 - 7 PM

October 31 - End of 1st Quarter, 2 Hour Early Release (students depart at 12:15 PM), No After-School Program

November 3-4 - No School for Students

November 5 - Fall Family Night, 5:30-7 PM

November 5-6 - Fall Pictures (through students' PE classes)

November 10 - First quarter grades available in SIS ParentVue and report cards will be mailed home

November 11 - Veteran's Day - School & Office Closed

November 12 - Veteran's Day Breakfast, 8 AM

November 13 - PTA Meeting, 7 PM, Library

2. A Note from the Principal

Dear Rocky Run Families-

We had another great week of learning at Rocky Run, highlighted by the community Learning Walks that we hosted on Wednesday. I love opening up the classrooms and leading observation tours so that the community can see the amazing things happening at Rocky Run. Over 25 caregivers (and one adorable little sibling) joined us for the event. We started by reviewing the instructional and behavioral initiatives for the school year and identifying "look-fors". We then split in to smaller groups and visited 3 classrooms each. Caregivers were able to leave post-it notes to teachers on their doors to celebrate the good things they saw during the observation. This is always a bright spot for the teachers. We ended the morning with a reflective meeting as a group and general discussion of the things we saw. Be on the lookout for additional opportunities to participate in Learning Walks at Rocky Run throughout the year.

This upcoming Monday (October 20) is a student holiday in observance of Diwali. Diwali is one of the most popular festival in Hinduism and symbolizes the spiritual victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. During the festival it is common to see Hindus, Sikhs and Jains illuminate their homes with candles and lanterns. Happy Diwali to all Rams that celebrate!

Thank you for your continued support and please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.

Sincerely,

Peter Kownacki
Principal
Rocky Run Middle School
@pakownacki

3. Action Items for Families

Day of Service

Rocky Run’s annual Day of Service will be held on October 31. This is a memorable and meaningful day for ALL students, and community support is needed to make it a success. Please click here to see how you can support your child and all Rocky Run students in giving back to their community and earning 5 of their required service hours.

1. Important Dates

2. A Note from the Principal

3. Action Items for Families

Day of Service

School Picture Day is Coming!