Riverwood Middle School

The next semifinalist for 2024 Teacher of the Year is Riverwood Middle's own Amy Wellbrook!🎉 Will she receive the distinct honor? Find out here next Tuesday evening, April 23rd, as we post the winner here! @TriangleEastChamber #GreatThingsAreHappeningInJCPS

JCPS is looking for Reading Buddy volunteers to help our students this summer! We need parents, grandparents, community members, and high school students to join our Summer Reading Camp participants during morning arrival. Volunteers will listen to and encourage students as they develop their reading skills. No experience is required, but you will need to register and be a volunteer with JCPS before you begin. To sign up: Complete the Reading Buddy Volunteer Form by visiting: https://bit.ly/JCPSbuddy Register to Volunteer with JCPS by visiting https://myvolunteer.com/jcps/volunteer/login Thank you and have a great evening!

Hello, Riverwood Ravens! Here is this week’s edition of News from the Nest. I hope everyone had a wonderful Spring Break and students are ready to get back & focus on learning for this final quarter of the school year. Ravens EOG Saturday Academy kicks off this Saturday 4/13 from 9-11am, please see additional information below. Our final MVP benchmarks are around the corner next week. These benchmarks are a predictor of how well students may do on the EOGs. Please see additional incentive details in this week’s newsletter also. Let’s make it an EXCELLENT week at Riverwood Middle! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IIpGDWg0IKUc_XQPUWAi97XgZTEdiMcypz0G8wNPfm0/edit?usp=sharing

Hello! This is Principal Sawyer with an important announcement regarding the upcoming road closure that will affect some of our bus routes and daily commutes. Please be advised that beginning at 8:00 AM on April 1, 2024, the North Carolina Department of Transportation will begin construction on Buffalo Creek bridge along Covered Bridge Road in Northern Johnston County. Due to the construction, Cover Bridge Road will be closed in both directions, near Prestwood Lane. The project is expected to be continuous from April 1, 2024 to October 28, 2024. The closure will have a direct impact on 11 schools, including ours. We will not be certain until we begin to experience the delays, but it is estimated that detours could add 15-40 minutes of travel time for some routes. Our transportation department will provide some direct guidance to families on how commuters can prepare for the upcoming changes. The Edulog Parent Portal will reflect the closure and affected routes will be automatically re-routed by the software. Families have also been advised that stop times within the Edulog Parent Portal software will be altered immediately; however, the new route changes will not take place until April 8, 2024. We thank you in advance for your patience and understanding as we make adjustments to navigate the closure. Thank you and have a great day.

Good afternoon Raven families! This week is the final week to pre-order your 2023-24 RMS Yearbook! To guarantee your copy, go to www.ybpay.com and enter our yearbook ID code: 14868924 and our school name: Riverwood Middle School. Yearbooks are $40. All students received a flier earlier in the year with this information also. Be sure to order yours before Spring Break to guarantee your order. Also, our PTSA has been able to secure a Spirit Night with Hwy 55 Burgers, Shakes, and Fries for THIS WEDNESDAY from 5-9pm. The address is 2451 NC-42 in Clayton. Support our school and a new local business!

Hello, Riverwood Ravens! Here is this week’s edition of News from the Nest. Students and staff are excited about our upcoming Spring Break! To help celebrate, our Ravens Student Leadership Team is sponsoring a Spring Spirit Week this week. See details in this week’s newsletter. Remember that students are out of school for Spring Break beginning on Friday, March 29th and returning Tuesday, April 9th. I hope everyone has a safe and fun break! Let’s make it an EXCELLENT week at Riverwood Middle! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vxjJ10bSH3m1rhaO_TlGU9vsIcH1YHA7bO7ca2nHZcU/edit?usp=sharing

It's almost Spring Break and to celebrate all students and teachers are invited to participate in Spring Spirit Week, sponsored by Raven Student Leadership Team, next week! Check out the days in the link below and get those fits ready. See you all on Monday in your spring colors or Hawaiian shirts! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1szjO9TVipj6iJVPV4kBiOEQJBi5mlCus/view?usp=sharing

Hello, Riverwood Ravens! Here is this week’s edition of News from the Nest. We are making the final push to the end of Q3 and Spring Break. The Last Chance Due Date for Q3 is this Friday 3/22/24. For vacant positions with subs, Ms. Benner and Ms. Boudreau will be getting grades updated in PowerSchool so students know what they need to turn in and will communicate with subs and students via Google Classroom. Students in classes with subs, should check Google Classroom to ensure that all assignments have been submitted for grading. Let’s make it an EXCELLENT week at Riverwood Middle! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1J0dWM1SKtZnQOarPdoN0YT6Jj13ktm05zLK6OgWy0aA/edit?usp=sharing

Carson Byrd received a March Character Education Award for Compassion! As a Riverwood Middle 7th grader, he willingly and selflessly assists a specially-abled student transition from class to class throughout the day. Byrd is patient with the student, and treats him with dignity and respect. Without hesitation, he steps in to serve as a companion and champion for his classmate. Congratulations!✨

Hats off to Amy Wellbrook, our March 2024 Certified Employee of the Month! A 6th grade math teacher at Riverwood Middle, she keeps the team running like a well-oiled machine. A highly respected member of the school community, Mrs. Wellbrook is a prime example of a teacher who wants her students, colleagues and our school to go from GOOD TO GREAT!✨ #GreatThingsAreHappeningInJCPS

Hello Raven Families, We have noticed an uptick in consistent dress code violations recently, including inappropriate words or images on shirts, midriffs showing, undergarments showing, and shorts not coming to mid-thigh. Please ensure that your student is dressed appropriately when they leave the house in the mornings. The JCPS Dress Code (Policy 4316) states the following: a) Students must wear clothing that covers their skin from upper chest to mid-thigh with opaque (non-see-through) fabric in front, back, and on the sides. Breasts, genitals and buttocks must be covered with opaque (non-see-through) fabric b) Students must wear shoes at all times except when changing for physical education or athletic practices or events or when specifically directed otherwise by a teacher or administrator. c) Clothing must cover undergarments (waistbands and straps including). d) Clothing must be suitable for all scheduled classroom activities including physical education, science labs, wood shop, and other activities where unique hazards exist. e) Specialized courses may require specialized attire, such as sports uniforms, special programs or safety gear. f) Head coverings (including hats, hoods, sweatbands, and bandanas) are generally prohibited in the school building. However, students may wear head coverings in the school building as an expression of sincerely held religious belief (e.g., hijabs or yarmulkes) or cultural expression (e.g., geles) or to reasonably accommodate medical or disability-related issues (e.g., protective helmets). For a complete detail of the entire dress code policy, please refer to the Board Policy Manual for Policy 4316 linked here. https://boardpolicyonline.com/bl/?b=johnston_new#&&hs=1471886 Students that are in violation of the dress code policy will be asked to adjust their clothing to be in compliance. If students cannot adjust their clothing to be in compliance, they will be offered clothing from the clothes closet to wear or allowed to call home for additional clothing items. Thank you and have a great evening!

Hello, Riverwood Ravens! Here is this week’s edition of News from the Nest. Be sure to join us on Tuesday night for Spring Family Night from 4:30-6:30pm. The book fair will be open, as well as the Anne Frank Exhibit in the 7th grade hallway. This extraordinary exhibit leads guests through the life of Anne Frank, whom students in 7th grade learn about in Social Studies and 8th graders read about each fall semester. We will also have the Coney Island NC food truck on site so you can grab dinner…and it’s delicious so you definitely want to take advantage of not cooking! Spring sports kickoff this week with home games on Monday and Thursday. GO RAVENS! Let’s make it an EXCELLENT week at Riverwood Middle! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1k11kefiC2zJCuwyAbecaOsKYCFiu0pA463un2fNlT3w/edit?usp=sharing

Hello, Riverwood Ravens! Here is this week’s edition of News from the Nest. Ravens EOG Prep Academy begins this week afterschool. See the scheduled included for more details. EOG teachers have/will be reaching out to parents of students that may benefit from additional targeted support for academic growth and achievement through participation in the Ravens Prep Academy. Also, as a reminder, students do not have school on Tuesday due to multiple schools being used as election sites. Let’s make it an EXCELLENT week at Riverwood Middle! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hG-kh72wqrrZTp7PmWbrpSZlzPgLkLNw37DZ5YDTxcQ/edit?usp=sharing

JCPS has experienced district-wide issues with PowerSchool today. If your student did not receive a progress report today, please see the information below from JCPS Tech Services. Good Afternoon, If parents do not receive a paper copy of the progress report today, they will have access to self-generate it through the Parent Portal. This option will remain turned on until we can resolve the issues that some teachers are experiencing with getting things finalized. Follow directions on the link below to generate the progress report. We do apologize for these unexpected issues. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hgwb_k3Nc_Z1usvG9cxbAHd4hdpCOQwLApJMo6dwg8s/edit?usp=sharing

Hello, Riverwood Ravens! Here is this week’s edition of News from the Nest. Thank you for your support of our Apex fundraiser last week! With your help, our school will be receiving over $5,000 to use towards school beautification, staff appreciation, and athletic upgrades! Quarter 3 progress reports will be sent home this Wednesday and the much anticipated Treat Trolley will be making its way around on Friday. Let’s make it an EXCELLENT week at Riverwood Middle! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vJakoqhJIvEa-SNFUTrc0TMaB5tjPxW-2_mbnFKtSi8/edit?usp=sharing

Last night, JCPS celebrated the 2024 Leading with the Heart recipients!💝 The event, inspired by Mike Krzyzewski’s book, “Leading with the Heart,” recognizes those staff members throughout the school system that demonstrate leadership, compassion, and heart on a daily basis. One person from every school as well as central services was nominated by their peers, because of their unwavering commitment and dedication to their role. We honor the 53 amazing members of the JCPS family for their work that clearly does not go unnoticed! Thank you!✨ Stay tuned for an event recap video... #ILeadWithMyHeart

Dear Families,   Thank you for your support of Riverwood Middle School and the investments you make in your children’s lives. The students at Riverwood Middle School have done an amazing job supporting our school and there is still one day left to help our school and qualify for participating in the 2nd annual RMS Color Games Fundraiser Event being held tomorrow! As a reminder, we’re raising money for continued support of our athletic programs, school beautification initiatives fostering a positive and supportive environment to promote student's academic, emotional, and spiritual growth, continued advocacy for RMS families and so much more! To qualify for participation, students must raise a minimum of $30 in total donations to participate in the Color Games Event. Also, please note that students participating in the Color Games Event that it is recommended to bring a change of clothes, and sunglasses will also be beneficial! If you would still like to donate, go to myapexevent.com and login with your child’s access code. Help us finish strong! Thank you for your continued support! Principal Sawyer

Hello, Riverwood Ravens! Here is this week’s edition of News from the Nest. Remember that tomorrow is a teacher workday and no school for students. We will wrap up our Apex Fundraiser this week with the Color Battle on Thursday during enhancements. Students have been excited to participate in activities at lunch and are doing a great job! Spring sports tryouts begin on Tuesday and any student participating must have a current physical uploaded into Final Forms, as paper copies cannot be accepted. Let’s make it an EXCELLENT week at Riverwood Middle! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ro60AJCZoveRTB2YRA-dEv_NWHjDLO1IG-IB_IdvVc0/edit?usp=sharing

Hello, Riverwood Ravens! Here is this week’s edition of News from the Nest. This week we will kick-off our school fundraiser, the Apex Leadership Color Battle. Look for details coming home on Tuesday with your student and check out the promo video below created by some of our own Ravens. Let’s make it an EXCELLENT week at Riverwood Middle! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1U9a4Cz15vLzz1NkC-ey9vOpcTzSG1gZ-SrMd8Qdh3ik/edit?usp=sharing

Hello, Riverwood Ravens! Here is this week’s edition of News from the Nest. This week we will be administering our middle of the year MVP benchmark assessments in Reading, Math, and 8th gr Science. See more information below about these assessments this week. Let’s make it an EXCELLENT week at Riverwood Middle! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kFRetmC29WJG-lJG4JIMr3EBQiYLkWts8Qo3vBV7LMA/edit?usp=sharing