Sunday, September 6, 2020
FIRST DAY OF VIRTUAL LEARNING IS TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Please refer to the checklist below to ensure your student is ready for a successful start to the school year on September 8:
Student has a device and is able to access the Internet.
Student has reset their password and is able to log in to their device.
Student is able to access their FWISD ClassLink page (www.fwisd.org/myfwisd).
Student is able to access their FWISD Email (Outlook).
Your student will also need to follow the steps below to join their Google Classroom(s):
Go to the ClassLink page (www.fwisd.org/myfwisd).
Click “Sign in with Microsoft.”
Locate the Google Classroom icon –click to access Google Classroom.
Once in Google Classroom, click the sign at the top right, then select join class.
Enter the class code given to you by your child’s teacher
Click the link below for an instructional video on how to reset your student’s password:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0C-M-TommxQ&feature=youtu.be
Be SupeRHEroes!
FWISD SURVEY
Fort Worth ISD is continuing to gather feedback from parents about the 2020-21 school year. FWISD parents received a survey asking about their preference for continuing instruction once our campuses are open for in-person learning. Click the following link to take the survey: https://fortworthisd.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6VdhyhkwROCJn2B
MESSAGE FROM PRINCIPAL COTTON
I wanted to take the time to share information with you regarding the opening of school. Currently, we have information that will help you prepare for the 1st day of virtual learning on Sept. 8th. Listed below are PDFs with the supply lists for each grade level, teachers' virtual schedules, (we are still finalizing the schedules for students that are served under special populations, as soon as we finalize the schedules, we will share and post that information) and an FAQ.
Please keep in mind that information could change, but we know how important this information is to you, so we wanted to get it to you as soon as possible!
I want to personally thank all the teachers, staff, and stakeholders that collaborated in our learning community, working tirelessly (off-contract), to ensure that our families had this information in order to prepare for the 1st day of school. We can't wait to love, "air hug," and see our students smiling faces on the first day of school, we miss them so much! Thank you for entrusting us with your precious cargo this year!
Love,
Mrs. Cotton
GOOOOOOOOO MUSTANGS!!!!!!!!!!
COVID-19 Updates
VIRTUAL SCHEDULES: https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/a9c2f38e-ada0-49e5-8cf6-26402843d82c/downloads/Grade-by-Grade%20Daily%20Virtual%20Schedules.pdf?ver=1598475871758
2020-21 SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS: https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/a9c2f38e-ada0-49e5-8cf6-26402843d82c/downloads/2020-21%20Updated%20Supplies.pdf?ver=1598475871759
FAQs: https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/a9c2f38e-ada0-49e5-8cf6-26402843d82c/downloads/Back%20to%20School%20FAQs.pdf?ver=1598475871759
Virtual Attendance Guidelines From FWISD
Please see the link below for attendance guidelines for virtual learners for the 2020-21 school year:
VIRTUAL LEARNING SUPPORT:
The Virtual Learning Support page is the go-to resource for students and parents. Whether you're getting started using a digital device or online application for the first time or need to learn more about how to use a resource, you'll find the support you need here. Our Quick Reference Guides (QRGs) were designed to give you clear, step-by-step directions for completing common tasks within various applications. In addition to our QRGs, you will find helpful videos that walk you through the applications used for virtual learning. On this page, we've compiled information and resources specifically for students and parents to help with common learning tools like Google Classroom, Google Meet, Seesaw, ClassLink, and much more. For students who have received a district-issued device, we have several resources available to help parents and students with technical issues. Our goal is to ensure that parents and students have the knowledge and technology skills needed for success during virtual learning.
MESSAGE FROM LIBRARIAN, MS. RICK
AR will be available starting September 8. Over the summer, AR was moved to a new platform, and the old link will not work. The new link is:
https://global-zone53.renaissance-go.com/welcomeportal/227565
Destiny, our online catalog, was also moved to a new platform. That link is:
https://fwisd.follettdestiny.com
The Destiny link will take you to a list of FWISD schools. To search for books, click on Ridglea Hills, then Catalog.
Students in grades K-5 may request books by sending me an email at renee.rick@fwisd.org. Please include the first and last name of the student and their teacher's name (homeroom). My plan is to have requested books available next week during the Carpool Meet the Teacher. After that, requested books will be available for pickup a couple times a week. More details to follow.
If you found any library books, please return them next week.
Contact: Ms. Rick at Renee.Rick@fwisd.org
MESSAGE FROM ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL STARR
2020-2021 Meet the Teacher Carpool Style!!
Hey Mustang Family!
We are ready to meet you, masked up, and carpool style. We will be passing out some supplies and other grade level information. You may choose to come and meet your teacher during your designated time slot. If your time doesn’t work, you might not get to meet your child’s specific teacher but there will be someone there to deliver your materials. If special accommodations are needed, please communicate with your child’s teacher to pick up during another time slot (i.e. with siblings or on the make-up day.)
September 8th-September 11th
(Each day 2:00 pm -4:40 pm, and one representative from each grade will stay from 5 pm-6:30 pm)
Tuesday, September 8th:
Wednesday, September 9th:
Kindergarten - Back Parking Lot
3rd Grade - Front of school
5th Grade - Corner of Cumberland and Stonedale
Thursday, September 10th:
Friday, September 11th:
Hope to see you there!
”We love our supeRHEroes! Welcome back, RHE teachers and staff! Thanks for all you’re doing to make it a great year!
And big thanks to Teacher & Staff Appreciation Chair Julie Dore and Brent Dore for coordinating Friday morning’s special breakfast and coffee (by Lazy Daisy Coffee) for our supeRHEroes!
Thanks to all of our parents who brought the delicious breakfast goodies and to those who served it up with a smile!”
#supeRHEroes
JOIN THE PTA and RHPTA DIRECTORY!
Many of you have reached out and asked what you can do after you are registered for school. Here are some options!
Contacts:
VP of Membership: Jenn Nevitt, jnevitt@sbcglobal.net
VP of Programs: Ivy Ellis, ivy.ellis@sbcglobal.net
MUSTANG MALL IS OPEN THROUGH SEPTEMBER 20!
Dear Mustang Families, the 2020 Mustang Mall is open!
We are excited to announce that this year’s mall includes spirit t-shirts, uniform wear, after-school and school-from-home items, accessories, and non-medical grade face coverings. Many items are available in adult sizes. This second phase of the mall will close Sunday, September 20th, at 11:59 pm. When you place your order, you may choose shipping to your home with shipping charges or curbside pickup without charge. Orders will ship approx September 30th with priority delivery estimated by October 2nd. Curbside pickup will be at the school Wednesday, September 30th. Exact pickup times will be published closer to the date.
Parents are to ensure the appropriate wear is worn at appropriate times, such as uniforms on uniform days, spirits t-shirts only on advertised days, etc. As always follow FWISD dress guidelines and any additional Ridglea Hills campus communication about special dress or out-of-dress code days.
Parents are to ensure proper fit of uniform items, ensuring each uniform item fits their child according to the FWISD dress code. https://www.fwisd.org/Page/5532
Face coverings are not medical grade. Parents are solely responsible for selecting appropriately sized masks for their children. The manufacturer, vendor, district, school, staff, and PTA make no warranties as to the effectiveness of the masks to prevent or contain the spread of the coronavirus.
Mustang Mall is an RHPTA fundraiser, all profits go to the general fund to support our amazing school and our wonderful programs.
ORDER NOW!
https://rhspiritshop.itemorder.com
Contacts:
Mustang Mall Chair: Noel Rodriguez, nrodrig19@hotmail.com
Ashley Sanchez, ashleysanchez1215@yahoo.com
Heather Smitherman, heather@bsmartbuilders.com
MUSTANG STAMPEDE is back when we need it most!
Contact:
5th Grade Fundraising Chair: Naomi Gelineau, naomi0617@gmail.com
Upcoming Dates to Know
Tues Sept. 8 - Fri Sept. 11, Meet the Teacher Carpool Style
Tuesday, Sept. 8 FIRST DAY OF VIRTUAL LEARNING
Sunday, Sept. 13: PTA Board Meeting via Zoom at 5:30 p.m. Email Rachel Harris at r.harris@tcu.edu for the meeting details.
Additional Resources
General information regarding Ridglea Hills Elementary School is available online at our PTA-sponsored website – www.rhpta.com. Please get familiar with this website and bookmark it on your browser.
For specific questions regarding school-administered matters not addressed on www.rhpta.com, including but not limited to academic affairs, school registration, testing, campus security, school programs, Fort Worth ISD policies and procedures, etc., please contact the school office at 817-815-1700.
For non-PTA-related posts (i.e., selling uniforms, looking for a carpool group to join, etc.), please head over to the Ridglea Hills Elementary Parents Facebook group.
Other helpful Ridglea Hills Elementary School-related Facebook pages include the following:
RH Pony Posts Contact: Brooke Mooty, brooke@safecarepartners.net
#BeSupeRHEroes
