View the announcements archive for year 2008-2009!

• 11.06.09 Urban Dance Photos
• 11.06.09 Old School 4 Parent Meeting
  • Tuesday, Nov. 10 at 7 pm in the RCMS Cafeteria
  • It's time to start preparing for the all-school spring music show Old School 4. This production involves close to 300 students as singers, dancers, rock musicians, backstage crew and tons of production opportunities for your child. Even orchestra and band students participate as part of their curriculum. Find out about auditions, rehearsals, required time commitments and volunteer opportunities. Don't miss out - auditions are only a month away! See you Tuesday and get ready to rock!
• 11.05.09 Intramural Basketball Photos
• 11.05.09 Band Orchestra Photos
• 11.04.09 Intramural Tennis Photos
• 11.03.09 Principal's Breakfast
  • Ms. Barkley will hold an open forum where she will share RCMS School Improvement Plan info, share data info, and gather input from parents. We hope you can join her. The meeting will be held in the Main Office Conference Room from 9:00 to 10:30 A.M. The dates when this meeting will be held are:
  • 11/3, 12/1, 1/5, 2/9, 3/2, 4/13, 5/4, 6/1
• 10.30.09 Parent Academy Algebra Workshop with the Math Dude
  • Mike DeGraba, the Math Dude from the award-winning MCPS TV series, will help parents brush up on algebra skills and will provide tips and strategies to help children succeed in Algebra. The workshop will be held at Kingsview Middle School on Monday, November 9, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Interpreters and childcare are provided. For more information and to register, call 301-279-3100.
• 10.30.09 RCMS in Autumn Photos
• 10.28.09 Volunteers Wanted!
  • The Button Farm Living History Center in Germantown MD seek volunteers to staff our "Haunted Plantation" event on October 30 & 31 from 6:30-10:00pm each night. The event is set on a 40-acre farm and features a house, barns and wooded area that will be part of the haunted touring area. Volunteers are needed as performance staff, to direct traffic, guide visitors, sell food and serve as security. If you like the dark, scaring people, and aren't afraid of a little fake blood, then this is the opportunity for you.
  • Volunteers must be 13 years of age and older. Those under 18 must have written consent of parent or legal guardian to participate. All students will receive SSL hours. On day of performance volunteers must show up 2-hours early for make-up, costuming, instructions etc. If interested please reply by email with your name, contact email & phone number, location, age and which date(s) you wish to participate to menarefoundation@aol.com. We will contact you with further details/instructions.
• 10.28.09 Spring Break Trip 2011
  • Informational Meeting for Spring Break 2011 trip to England, Scotland, Ireland, and Wales will be held Tuesday Nov. 3rd at 6:30pm In Ms. Carraway's room 232.
• 10.28.09 RCMS Literary Magazine
• 10.26.09 Boston Field Trip Photos
• 10.21.09 Egg Drop Photos
• 10.20.09 After School of Rock Photos
• 10.14.09 Track Meet Photos
• 10.14.09 African Art Museum Photos
• 10.14.09 Letter Concerning RCMS Threat
• 10.13.09 Drama Club Photos
• 10.13.09 Homework Hotline Live!
  • For 23 years, the Instructional Television program Homework Hotline Live! (HHL) has provided homework help to thousands of students. HHL offers one-on-one homework help in most academic subjects from kindergarten to 12th grade. Teachers take calls from students live on-the-air and assist them with homework problems. Staff hope to assist as many students as possible this year. HHL is webcast live online and airs on Comcast Ch. 33, Verizon Ch. 35, and RCN Ch. 88. Tune in on most Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 5 to 6 p.m. from now through April 29, 2010. The number to call for free homework help is 301-279-3234.
• 10.12.09 PTSA Meeting
  • There will be a PTSA meeting on October 13th at 7:00 pm in the Cafeteria. All members are encouraged to attend. The first meeting of the year will concern the operating budget, and volunteer opportunities with PTSA committees.
• 10.12.09 "My Favorite Teacher" Contest
  • The Gazette is asking for students grades K-12 to nominate their favorite teacher at favoriteteacher.net through Friday, October 16. The Gazette will then select the finalists, and then we will post the finalists online for everyone (adults included!) to vote on in November.
  • The winning teachers (one at each level - elementary, middle and high school) will be honored at a ceremony in December, as well as in The Gazette and online at Gazette.Net. As a community newspaper, we feel this is a good way to show our appreciation of local teachers.
• 10.09.09 October ASA Calendar
• 10.09.09 Reflections Art Contest Information
• 10.08.09 Track and Field Photos
• 10.07.09 Reflections Art Contest
  • This year PTSA is starting a new (for us) art contest called Reflections. Some of you may have already participated in a Reflections Program in your elementary schools. The PTA Reflections Program challenges students to create art inspired by a specific theme. Reflections 2009-2010 40th anniversary theme is: "Beauty is ..."
  • Students participate in the Reflections Program by submitting entries to the RCMS PTSA. Nationally, the program has six arts areas—dance choreography, film production, literature, musical composition, photography, and visual arts. Students are free to participate in one or all categories.
  • The entries will be collected no later than Monday, November 9, 2009 then taken by the chair for judging. A Reflections ceremony for all participants will be held sometime in January. The winning entries will go on to compete in the Montgomery County Reflections program. Students will need a form with the rules and to attach to their entry. Please contact Lisa Murdock (301) 972-4294 or murglass@aol.com for more information and forms.
  • We are excited about getting your students involved in Reflections here at RCMS. Please talk to your children and encourage them to participate.
• 10.06.09 High School Magnet Program Application Packet
  • See counseling web page for additional information!
• 10.06.09 High School Magnet Program Application Packet for Current Grade 8 Students
• 10.06.09 High School Magnet Parent Information Meeting
• 10.05.09 October 2 Accident Letter
• 10.05.09 Boys' Softball Photos
• 10.01.09 Girls' Softball Photos
• 10.01.09 Drama Club Photos
• 10.01.09 Career Fair Speakers Needed!
• 10.01.09 High School Magnet Programs
• 10.01.09 Seventh Day of School
• 10.01.09 Montgomery College After School Program - Kids College
  • Montgomery College Youth Programs is accepting registrations for Kids College!
  • After school and Saturday courses for students in grades K - 12 held on the Rockville and Germantown campuses. These courses provide enrichment and advancement and cover a wide range of topics including science, math, art, drama, game design, music, study skills, and keyboarding.
  • Courses fill quickly, so register right away!
• 09.30.09 After School Activities Packet
• 09.28.09 Julia Wang's Gazette Article
  • 6th grade Humanities and Communication Center student, Julia Wang, wrote and published a novel! Under the fantasy genre, "Dragon Peak" is self published with AuthorHouse and is available for purchase online in both hard cover and paperback at Amazon and Barnes and Noble. All purchases will go to the Montgomery County Humane Society or to a wildlife refuge. Julia Wang is a most thoughtful and caring young lady, as well as a talented young writer and gifted student.
• 09.25.09 Study Island Information
• 09.24.09 Navigating the Teenage Years Workshop
  • Parenting can be a challenging task! Want help? Attend this workshop on "Navigating the Teen Years" for parents with children ages 13-18. GUIDE professionals will present information on communication styles, child development, and managing challenging behaviors - all designed to help you strengthen your parenting skills and become a more CONFIDENT, COMPETENT parent.
  • Wednesday, September 30
  • 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
  • Upcounty Regional Service Center
  • 12900 Middlebrook Road, 2nd Floor
  • To reserve your space, please call 301-972-0307, ext 202, to preregister. Hurry, space is limited! Light refreshments will be served.
• 09.23.09 2009 Germantown Walk for the Homeless
  • Date: Saturday, 26th September
  • Time: 7:30 a.m. (Registration)
  • Walk starts at 8 a.m. and finishes around 8:30 a.m.
  • Location: Maryland Soccerplex in Germantown
  • This year it will benefit the Upper Montgomery Assistance Network (UMAN) which has for over 20 years prevented homelessness, preserved utility services and restored hope for Germantown families in need.
  • There will be a pre-registration event at Panera Bread, Germantown Town Center this coming Wednesday September 23rd from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Cost: $15 for youths aged 25 or younger; $25 for Adults
  • We would like to thank our corporate sponsors and our past local schools.
• 09.17.09 College Readiness Newsletter
• 09.15.09 ATTENTION: THE SPAGHETTI DINNER (Thursday) AND SILENT AUCTION HAS BEEN CANCELED.
• 09.14.09 Fourth Day of School Photos
• 09.11.09 Club Clemente Subscription
• 09.03.09 Third Day of School Photos
• 09.03.09 First Day of School Photos
• 09.03.09 Great American Online Store
  • You may also log on to the fundraising store.
  • Enter Clemente's Store ID: 1475862
• 09.03.09 Beautification Day Photos
• 09.03.09 Germantown Oktoberfest - SSL Opportunity
  • The Germantown Oktoberfest will be held this year on Saturday, October 3, at Ridge Road Park. They are in need of volunteers. Any and all student volunteers are welcome and will receive student service learning hours.
  • The volunteer schedule is as follows:
  • - 1st Shift: 7:00 am - 11:00 am, ages 16-18
  • - 2nd Shift: 11:00 am - 7:00 pm, all ages
  • - 3rd Shift: 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm, ages 16-18
  • Those under 16 will require parental permission. This form can be downloaded here.
  • In addition, the SSL form prefilled with their information can be located here.
• 09.03.09 Spaghetti Dinner Flyer