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RLS Parent Newsletter

Posted Date: 03/22/26 (05:55 PM)



Parent Newsletter
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Week of March 23rd, 2026
At RLS, our mission, is to ensure that all students learn at grade level or higher8th rad
RLS Families-
We hope you had a great weekend! 
Our 8th grade students head over to SHHS this Wednesday to visit classes, see friends, meet teachers, and get a feel for the vibe of SHHS! 

I'll be sending information regarding annual state testing soon. This will come via Parent Square and email. 

Spring Break is coming up! April 6-10, classes resume Monday, April 13. 

Spring Fling Dance-Friday, April 17th. More information to follow. 

Little Run Big @ RLS this year! Friday, April 3rd, all RLS students and staff will be participating in a shorter version of Run Big (hence "Little") in the neighborhood. Rumor has it this may be a color run. Stay tuned for more information!

Remember! It's GIVE BIG TIME! 
Check out this short student-produced movie to learn more! 
DON'T FORGET  - 
  • Please return the Give BIG! envelope that was sent home with your student or
  • Donate online using the QR code below
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8th Grade Families-
Yosemite-
Forms that were provided on March 16th are due back by Friday, March 27th. 
Thank you!

Tuesday March 31st-
Incoming 9th Grade Family Night SHHS Cafeteria 5:30

Of note: Thank you Mr. Florez! Mr. Florez is our M/O Manager. 
The pedestrian gate upgrades will begin March 31st with an estimated 2 days of work. The vehicle gate will be open for access however the gate near the D-wing won't be accessible during this time. Please plan accordingly and I'll communicate any updates.
 
Have a great week! Link to Parent Square Calendar and our website

Tuesdays are school spirit dress up days!
Thursdays are favorite department or class days!
Fridays are AVID and/or College and Career dress up days!
This Week in ACADEMICS
Ask your 6th grade student about how the squid dissection went!
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It's the Month of Movement! Ask your student what their movement goal was for March and how they plan to track it in Advisory! Join them in some movement! 

Does your student need a quiet place to study, get work done, or a little extra help on assignments?!
After School Academic Support HAS BEGUN! FOR ALL STUDENTS: Mondays, Tuesday, Thursdays, and Fridays 3:10-4:10 in A1

March- CRITIQUE

Have you ever been watching a movie or listening to a new song and you tell someone about your opinions in great detail?  You critique the movie or the song and that’s March’s word of the month: CRITIQUE! 

Mr. Ryan's wife and children always critique just about everything he does.


This Week in ACTIVITIES and "Caught you demonstrating..."
The value winners for last week are:
  • The value winners for today are: 
    • 6th:       Declan Paniagua / Empathy
      7th:       Ana Avina / Integrity
      8th:       Rye Hebding / Empathy

RLS Spirit Store is back...all year! GET SOME SWAG! 


Anyone interested in running for an office for our RLS Parent Group or School Site Council, please contact Dani Brown @ Daniforsey@msn.com or Andrew Ryan @ Ajryan@sthelenaunified.org. Positions include President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary. The School Council meets about 3 to 4 times per year, typically in the morning. If interested, contact Mr. Ryan directly.
This Week in ATHLETICS
Parent Square Calendar linked here and listed below. 
Track Practice:
Monday 3:15-4:30
Tuesday: 3:15-4:30
Wednesday  2:15-3:30
Thursday-Windsor-students released at 1:30
Grade Level Team Newsletters
6th Grade Team
7th Grade Team
8th Grade Team
Last Week in Pictures! 
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Yosemite chaperone ONLY meeting 3:30-4:15
Track Practice 3:15-4:30

Tuesday-
Track Practice 3:15-4:30

Wednesday-
Orchestra rehearsal @ SHES 8-10:15-students will walk back to RLS, supervised, at 10 AM
RLS Orchestra performance 5-8
Track Practice 3:15-4:30

Thursday-
Fear Less Triple P parenting workshop 1440 Spring Street-5:30-7:30
Track Practice 3:15-4:30

Friday-
AVID 8th-Sonoma State University
Happy Friday! 


Other Dates on the Horizon:
 Link to Parent Square Calendar and our website

Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School

All students, grade level or higher! 

We are a caring, supportive, and engaging learning community nestled in the heart of Saint Helena, California. We are one part of a unified school district that includes a Primary, Elementary, and High School. We are part of the North Valley League Athletic Organization and proudly offer rigorous and engaging academic courses with a plethora of elective opportunities. Our staff is committed, experienced, and student-centered and we are excited to meet you!

Please view our website for up to date information like sports games, dances, and other important information.

Address:

1316 Hillview Pl, St Helena, CA 94574

Phone:

(707) 967-2725

Website:

https://rls.sthelenaunified.orG



[Sunday, Nov 30 at 4:02 PM]
Hello there, RLS community. I hope you have had a great break! We look forward to welcoming your student back tomorrow, December 1st.
I wanted to resend this newsletter from November 21st. Nothing has changed, just resharing!
See you tomorrow!
Andrew