Ridgeview Middle School

Child Absence Procedure

If your child(ren) are going to be late, absent, leave school early, need to send a doctor's note or bus note, please email the RMS Attendance office at RidgeviewMSAttendance@gmail.com. 
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May is...

• As we enter May, we recognize and celebrate both Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month and Jewish American Heritage Month. These observances honor the rich histories, cultures, and contributions that have helped shape our communities and our country. It’s a meaningful opportunity to learn, reflect, and appreciate the diversity that strengthens us all. We encourage everyone to take a moment this month to celebrate and uplift these important stories and voices.
  
  
• May is Mental Health Awareness Month! This is a time to highlight the importance of caring for our mental and emotional well-being. This month serves as a reminder that mental health is an essential part of overall health, affecting how we think, feel, and connect with others each day. As a community, we are encouraged to check in with ourselves and those around us. Small actions such as offering a kind word, taking time to rest and recharge, or reaching out for support can make a meaningful difference. Together, we can continue breaking the stigma surrounding mental health as well as foster a supportive and understanding environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and cared for.

This Week's Current Events: . 

• The Bob Bucks store will be open to students during all grade-level lunches on Tuesday, May 12th, 2026.
• ELA MCAP will take place this week from Tuesday, May 12th, to Friday, May 15th. 
• Join us on Wednesday, May 13th, at 3:30 for our soccer game against Hallie Wells MS! The girls will play away while the boys play a home game. Come out to support our Bobcats!
• 8th-grade Social Studies MCAP 5/19 and 5/21
• Join us for our next PTSA meeting on Tuesday, May 12th, at 7:00 p.m. in the media center. We will be discussing the 2026-2027 school year. This is a great time to come out and learn more about what the PTSA does around Ridgeview throughout the year. If you are unable to join in person,  please join us via Ridgeview PTSA Zoom Meeting (Meeting ID: 856 0092 1762 & Passcode: 899298).
• We need YOU! Our PTSA needs a new treasurer and president for the 2026-2027 school year. We also need new volunteers to keep the Bob Bucks Store running. Please consider how you can help and sign up here or check out the job descriptions on the PTSA website. 
• Whether you've donated snacks, money, or your time this year or want to help us next year, we'd love to have you join us for our Volunteer Appreciation Event on Thursday, May 14th, 7:00 p.m. at Vine Alley! RSVP here.
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  Upcoming Future Events: 
   
• Come out to support the Ridgeview Music Department on Tuesday, May 19th, and Wednesday, May 20th, for our Spring Concerts.  Advanced Ensembles (level 2 and 3) will perform on Tuesday, and Beginning/Intermediate Ensembles (level 1) will perform on Wednesday.  Both concerts begin at 7:00 p.m. in the Ridgeview gymnasium and are free of charge!  Come hear some incredible music by our talented students! 
• The Ridgeview Spring Art Show will be on display Tuesday, May 19th, and Wednesday, May  20th, in the Main Lobby. Families and community members can view the show from 5:00-7:00 pm before heading to the gym for the Spring Music Concerts! Come see the amazing work that RMS students have worked on in their visual arts classes this year! 
• There is no school for students on Monday, March 25th. Please plan accordingly. 
• Join student leaders, environmental organizations, and policymakers from across Montgomery County for a morning focused on climate action, sustainability leadership, and environmental careers on Wednesday, May 27, from 9 am to 12 pm at the Lathrop E. Smith Environmental Education Center. Students will participate in workshops, hear from guest speakers, and connect with organizations working on environmental issues across Maryland. This is a rain-or-shine event. This event is free. Please plan for an additional 30 minutes before and after the event for transportation.
• There is no school for students on Wednesday, March 27th. Please plan accordingly. 
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  SHOW YOUR RMS SPIRIT!  PARTICIPATE IN SGA SPIRIT DAYS ( 5/5-6/11)
  Click to view each day.
  To celebrate the end of the school year the SGA will be hosting an A-Z school spirit alphabet. Each day will go down the alphabet with a new spirit day starting with the letter that happens to fall upon that day! Participate in the spirit days to have some fun and show school spirit for the last few weeks of school!
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  Please visit this link for all upcoming 8th-grade class events.
  
  Mark your calendars! The 8th-grade class will be promoted from Ridgeview Middle School on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. This event will take place in the Quince Orchard High School Auditorium (15800 Quince Orchard Road, Gaithersburg, MD 20878). The event starts at 6:30 p.m. and tentatively ends at 8:00 p.m. You must have a ticket to enter the event. Each family of an 8th-grade student will receive three (3) tickets only. More information will be provided in the coming weeks on how to obtain your tickets. 
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• Ridgeview is seeking a new parent volunteer to serve as our school’s NAACP Parent Representative through the Montgomery County Branch NAACP. This individual serves as a liaison between Ridgeview and the NAACP, attends periodic meetings, and helps share information and resources with our school community.

  If you are interested in filling this role and directly supporting equity, advocacy, and family engagement at Ridgeview, please contact the main office at 240-740-3330 or email me at Daniel_Miller@mcpsmd.org. We would love to have you serve in this important role.

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Testing Updates

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