October 27th - News

Posted on 10/27/2017

News from the Principal

Hello RMAE families,

As we share what makes RMAE special with prospective families there is one theme that continues to lead the conversation – our community.  This encompasses the learning, parent, and staff communities that make our school the unique place it is.  The biggest marketing tool for charter schools is word of mouth and this is no different for us.  The prospective families we have spoken to in the past two weeks learned of us through a current or alumni family.  If everyone would spread the word to just one other prospective family, we would be able to positively enrich the lives of many more students.  Envision the pyramid effect and our product is an innovative educational experience within an amazing community.

We need you!  As you talk with families who are new to the area, not as pleased as they could be with their current school, or who just don’t know about us, please share about our powerful RMAE community.  It is through this word of mouth that will enable more students and families to become a part of RMAE and reap all its benefits.  Research indicates 92% of people believe and follow brand recommendations from friends.  Never underestimate the power of community when it comes to spreading the word about RMAE!

 

Your Proud Principal,
Dr. Ann Hudson
[email protected]


      RMAE Happenings


Halloween Costume Guidelines – Costumes will only be permitted on the day of Halloween.   Please adhere to the following guidelines for your student’s costumes:

  • Costumes must be appropriate in content and coverage.

  • Students are not to bring their costume accessories.  Absolutely no weapon related item will be permitted.

  • Students may wear a hat only if it is an integral part of their costume.

  • No makeup or other appearance altering is permitted.

  • Temporary change in hair color allowed only if it is integral to the costume.

  • Class parties are held at teacher discretion.

  • Costume parade in circle at 2:30 pm for all grades.

A Safety Concern - Please do not enter or drive around the circle during the school day.  This space is used by students throughout the day.  Thank you for your cooperation.

Trunk or Treat - Tonight - Friday, October 27th - Wear costumes and trick or treat from decorated vehicles.  Don't miss the middle school performance of the "Thriller" dance on the field at 4:30pm.  This will be followed by Student Council's Haunted Hallway.  Dinner packs, and chance games will also be available.


WE HAZ JAZZ The RMAE Jr. Musical "We Haz Jazz!”, a mini-musical about the history of jazz, will run on Friday, November 16, 6:30 p.m. at Center Stage Theater. 
This swingin’ musical by John Jacobson & Kirby Shaw traces the history of America’s music, from the cotton fields to the Cotton Club.  
The story follows Riff, who is a jazz lover (not just a jazz liker) as she attempts to introduce her peers to jazz music. A host of jazz greats - Charlie Parker, Tommy Dorsey, Benny Goodman, Ma Rainey, Louis Armstrong, Dizzy Gillespie, Count Basie, Billie Holiday, Duke Ellington, Bessie Smith, Joe Oliver, Ella Fitzgerald, Mary Lou Williams, and Thelonius Monk - come to life to help Riff introduce jazz to her peers.  
Come watch RMAE’s 4th and 5th graders as they be-bop and swing their way through jazz history in “We Haz Jazz!”
We Haz Jazz!  Presented by RMYMusical's 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders
One show only - Tickets $12
Friday, November 16th at 6:30
Center Stage 
You may purchase tickets by visiting: Rocky Mountain Youth Musicals


Teacher Spotlight – Hi everyone!  My name is Melanie Kilroy.  I am proud to be RMAE’s School Psychologist.  This is my 11th year providing support for our amazing school.  Over the years I have taught math in middle school.  This year I have the pleasure to team with our fabulous Mrs. Deeter and teach 5th grade math.    As you can see from my picture, I am passionate about horses.  My two youngest children, Kirby 14 and Carlie 12 are avid horseback riders in the Westernaires.  I have been on our Evergreen Rodeo Drill team for four years.  We perform across the state in many rodeos but our team’s favorite is alway Father’s Day weekend in Evergreen.   When I am not on a horse I enjoy volleyball and spending time with my oldest son Kramer and his Wife, Cassie, or watching my daughter, Kenzie, perform around town in the latest theater production.  
 

Elective of the week - 8th Grade Girls’ Grillin’ - Well, that is not exactly how it was originally planned.  However, none of the 8th Grade boys signed up.  There were 18 girls in this elective first quarter, and the number has now increased to 23 for the second quarter.  The girls have dined on everything from just plain old hot dogs, to brats, to assorted barbequed chicken appendages, to some amazing barbequed ribs, to (most recently) chili dogs!  They typically have a variety of soft-drink beverages, chips, coleslaw, potato salad, baked beans, and desserts ranging from cupcakes to homemade cookies to ice cream sandwiches or even root beer floats.  We even celebrated a classmate’s birthday with a candle in a cupcake!  The meals are planned a week ahead and the girls are responsible for selecting and bringing the meat, chips, drinks, dessert, utensils, plates, condiments, etc.  To date, they have not been willing to explore vegetables!  They are remarkably good at following through with bringing their respective items for the weekly event.  Apparently the grill master (Mr. Bryant) is doing a tolerable job, as enrollment has increased 28% from first to second quarter.  Oh yes, and now the 8th Grade boys also have a Guys’ Grillin’ Elective for the second quarter.


WEEKLY HEALTH TIP - By Mrs. Best/P.E. Teacher - Health Tip #9 - TRY A NEW SPORT!  There are many opportunities within our Evergreen community to participate in a healthy active lifestyle. Here is information about an Ultimate Frisbee Clinic that is being offered to Middle Schoolers. Even if you don’t have middle school children, you could go watch this extremely interesting sport. Showing our children a variety of ways in which they can be active inspires them to try new sports. Playing and participating in different physical activities cultivates a passion to remain physically active throughout life!  
ULTIMATE FRISBEE CLINIC - OCTOBER 29TH & NOVEMBER 5TH 2-4 PM - WILMOT SOCCER FIELDS (5124 S HATCH DR, EVERGREEN, CO).  Taught by Merry Beth Evans, a 7x Club Nationals Qualifier, and members of the Monarch High School Ultimate Team. 
RSVP BY OCTOBER 28TH TO:  Merry Beth Evans - [email protected], 303-880-1930.

Don't Miss out on our 1st Meeting! RMAE Dad’s Club – Next Monday, October 30th - Please plan to attend the first of many, RMAE Dad’s meeting and football game watching event at the Wild Game for the Broncos vs. Chiefs.  We would like 100% participation from all RMAE Dads.  We have some great ideas, and are looking for more, that could really help our kids and the school this year.  Hope to see you there!  RSVP for DAD's Club.

5:30-6:30 pm - First Meeting of Dad’s Club 
6:30 pm - Broncos vs Chiefs, Beer, Pizza 

Sponsorships - Promote your business while supporting RMAE with a school sponsorship!  See the Sponsorship Form for the various options or contact Deb Kelley at [email protected] with any questions.   

Annual Giving Campaign – November 6th through the 17th. Look for more information coming soon.

After School Activities

Last Chance to Register for Mad Science!  Currently we do not have enough interest to open the program here.  If you are still interested but have not registered yet, you must enroll by the close of this weekend.  Earth Science Explorations - From the outer reaches of our atmosphere to the bottom of the sea, get ready to explore our planet like never before in this exciting new after school program!  Classes are for grades K-5, Tuesdays, 3:15-4:15 pm, and begin on Halloween, October 31st.  Fliers with additional information have been sent home.  Register online at www.colorado.madscience.org

Important Dates

Oct 27 – Trunk or Treat – 4:30-6:30 pm  
Oct 28 – Last Day to Submit BoD Survey
Oct 29 – RMAE BoD Strategic Planning 1-5 pm
Oct 30 – RMAE Dad’s Club 5:30 pm
Oct 31 – Costume Parade
Nov 3 – Fro Yo
Nov 3 – Spirit Wear Day
Nov 3 – Middle School Dance

View the RMAE calendar for more details

 

#WeloveRMAE

News from the Board

The Board of Directors is working on a 3-5 year strategic plan for our school in anticipation of renewing the charter next fall. We want to create a plan that best represents the primary interests of our community. To this end we invite you to share your ideas here: Survey Monkey Link.  

PLEASE RESPOND BY OCTOBER 28 so we can work with your ideas in the Board of Director’s Strategic Planning Working Session on October 29. A Working Session may be observed, but there will not be an opportunity for non board members to participate in the discussion. Please complete the survey to have your ideas considered during the working session. 

We thank you in advance for taking the time to share your ideas. 

Sincerely, 

RMAE Board of Directors 

Our next regularly scheduled meeting is Thursday, November 9th at 6:30 pm.

 News from the PTO


Trunk or Treat: October 27 – Grab your ghouls and goblins, and come to our annual Trunk or Treat from 4:30 to 6:30 in the RMAE parking lot! Kids can trick or treat at the vehicles decorated by RMAE families, visit the student council's haunted hallway, grab a hot dog, and play carnival games. If you’d like to sponsor a vehicle, sign-up at AtoZ Connect.
PTO Meeting: November 3 – Our next meeting is Oct 3 after drop off at the school. We’d love to have you!
Movie Night!: November 9  –  Join our amazing teachers for a special afternoon of fun, movies and friends. Cost is $10 per child which includes: the movie, bottled water, popcorn and fruit snacks. Purchase tickets at AtoZconnect. Login and go to Store > Products > Events. 
100% of proceeds go towards the purchase of new Epson overhead projectors for our classrooms.
Warren Miller’s Line of Decent – presented by Volkswagen and RMAE – November 10 - Warren Miller’s Line of Decent – presented by Volkswagen and RMAE. For 68 years, ski families have cheered on the official kickoff to winter with the ski film company that started it all and this year is no different. From BC to France, Montana to Colorado, as the family grows, the traditions grow richer. Tickets are $16 with a portion of the proceeds going back to the school! This event is likely to sell out so do not delay in purchasing your tickets.
Reloadable Grocery Cards – In the month of September RMAE families earned over 220 volunteer hours and $1,200.00 was donated to RMAE!  This was done simply through grocery shopping and purchasing gas/prescriptions.  Thank you to all that have been participating and please continue to use your cards.  If you would like to start earning volunteer hours for shopping, please contact Carrie Wassemiller at [email protected] to get your FREE reloadable King Soopers card. There are King Soopers, Kroger and City Market stores all over the United States.  Please consider sending a card to parents and relatives so that they can earn volunteer hours for your family and money for RMAE. 


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