Important Dates

Principal's Message

Greetings,

The school year may be winding down but the energy within the building remains high. We have officially entered the time of year when some of our most cherished annual traditions take center stage. From Colors Day to Bridge Week and end-of-year field trips, the final days of the year are packed with memory making moments.

The excitement reached a fever pitch on Friday as we celebrated our 16th annual Colors Day! This beloved tradition began back in 2010 when the Richmond elective team proposed a reimagined version of the classic "field day"—one that would showcase a massive, diverse variety of student talents and interests.

WOW, did our students deliver this year! Nine mixed-grade teams, led by 8th grade captains, displayed athleticism, creativity, and intellect. The classrooms, gym, and fields were alive with action, including:

• High-Energy Sports: 4v4 Basketball, 3v3 Soccer, Volleyball, Floor Ball, Kickball, and a Football Skills Challenge.

• Creative Expression: Iron Chef, Cupcake Decorating, Henna, Slime Making, Friendship Bracelets, and the show-stopping Recycled Runway.

• Brainpower & Strategy: Ultimate Quiz Bowl, an Escape Room, Chess, and Dominoes.

• Classic Fun: Capture the Flag, Just Dance, Name That Tune, Ultimate Frisbee, and backyard favorites like Bocce, Ladder Ball, Spike Ball, and Corn Hole.

Whether constructing Fairy Houses or carefully pouring cups of water over their head in the Bucket Brigade, every single student found a way to contribute to their team's color.

The memory making doesn't stop there. During the next eight days, our students will participate in other Richmond traditions.

The 6th Grade Bridge Project (Beginning Thursday, June 11th): Our sixth graders will embark on their culminating learning activity. Working in specialized "bridge groups," teams are challenged to design and construct a model bridge. This highly integrated project simulates real-world engineering, pushing students to collaborate under tight deadlines, manage a strict budget, and ultimately design the strongest structure possible.

8th Grade Send-Off Celebration (Monday, June 15th at 6:00 PM): We invite our eighth-grade families to join us for an evening honoring our departing students. This special celebration will showcase the incredible work, growth, and achievements of the Class of 2026 as they prepare for their next big chapter.

The final days of the school year will cap off an incredible year as students and staff head out for some well-deserved outdoor fun and relaxation. Please visit the PTO volunteer link if you are able to support these activities.

• Tuesday, June 16th: 8th grade to Storrs Pond

• Tuesday, June 16th: 7th grade to Sunapee State Park

• Wednesday, June 17th: 6th grade to Storrs Pond.

Thank you to all who dedicate time and energy to make these traditions possible. 

Take care,

Anissa

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School News and Information

Library News

Use the RMS Library over the Summer:

The library will be open from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm on June 30th,  July 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th, and August 4th and 11th. Students will be able to check out books, read and relax, and do activities. Students should bring their own snacks and water. All current RMS students are welcome (including those heading to high school), as well as students who will be entering RMS next year. If your student can’t make it to our open library hours, they can still access Sora, our collection of eBooks and audiobooks. These can be accessed by downloading the Sora App on a phone or other device, or on a computer through the library website: https://rms.sau70.org/learning/library. This is a great option for summer reading!

Overdue Books: Please remind your students to return any overdue books they still have out. Students returning to RMS next year may check out up to 10 books for the summer once all of their current books are returned. 

 

After School Supports

• After School Study: Monday, Tuesday,Thursday 3:00-5:00 RMS library

• 6th grade homework club: each Tuesday 3:00-4:00. 

• Math support with Ms. Naureen Yaqoob: Thursdays 3:00-4:00 RMS library

 

HHS Bear Camp

8th Grade Student Transition to 9th Grade - Sign-Up for Bear Camp

 

Lost and Found

Please encourage your student to look for any missing items in lost and found.

 

Attendance

Is your student coming in late, leaving early, leaving and coming back or absent for the day? 

Please email the front desk as soon as you can!  rmsattendance@sau70.org

 

Calling all Volunteers!  

Interested in helping with health screenings?  Want to lend a hand with theatre productions?  Not sure of your availability but are still interested in hearing about upcoming volunteer opportunities? Please take a minute to fill out our annual intake form - by doing so we are able to streamline our volunteer program and let you know of opportunities that speak to your strengths and interests.

Athletics and Co-Curriculars

This is the final week of spring sports. The softball team hosts Hartford on Monday at 4:30pm. Monday afternoon both lacrosse teams travel to play St. Johnsbury. The girls team plays at 5pm and the boys team at 6pm. Tuesday track and field athletes travel to Manchester for the Meet of Champions. The final competitions of the spring season will be Thursday afternoon as the lacrosse teams host St. Johnsbury at the district fields in Norwich.

We are excited to announce our fall sports for next year! We will be offering Girls & Boys Soccer, Girls & Boys Cross Country, and Girls Field Hockey. Registration for fall sports will open in early-July and run through the end of August. Tryouts/practice for fall sports will begin on August 26th.

Reminders:

Physical Exam: If your student is planning to participate in a sport, please make sure that they have an up-to-date physical exam within the past 2 years from their doctor. All students will be required to have an up-to-date physical exam in order to participate on any sports team for RMS. Physicals will need to be completed every 2 years to stay eligible for sports. If the 2 year mark occurs part way through a season, your student will need to get a new physical exam before the 2 year mark, in order to stay eligible. Physicals should not be sent to RMS, physicals will be uploaded directly to Final Forms (our registration site) once it is set up in the next couple of weeks.

RMS Athletics Website 

Any questions about Athletics or extracurricular activities in general can be directed to Brandon Hannon, Director of Athletics & Co-curricular Programs

 

RMS Cafe

Information about menus, mealtime, and application for RMS’ meal program are on the FRMS website. The RMS lunch program is run “in house” and does not follow a state or federal program.  If your family may benefit from assistance for meals, please contact Robin Morley-Ploof in the office for more information.  The program is confidential and runs the same way as the more traditional cafe meal funding program. 

RMS works hard to accommodate the dietary needs of our community, so if you have any questions, concerns, please contact Austin Jacobs.

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