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Back To School Newsletter
Superintendent’s Message
As the summer draws to an end and the realization that a new school year is
almost here, I am always encouraged by the hopeful anticipation and
excitement that is generated by our students and staff. We have been busy
this month preparing for opening day on the sixteenth of August, and we are
pleased to provide you with this “Back to School” newsletter to make sure
that you have all the information you will need for a smooth start.
As we enter this new school year we are excited about the opportunities
that exist for us to make improvements in the area of academic achievement for all students,
and to continue our efforts toward building a collaborative partnership with our parents and
community.
This partnership starts by creating an environment of open communication, meaningful
dialogue and mutual trust. The value of a quality education begins with the partnership
between the home and school. Our School Board, district administration, building principals,
and staff are committed to continue or begin this collaborative partnership with you.
Online
Enrollment
Online enrollment of current
students for the 2011-12 school year
is now open. Please visit our
website at weRrichmond.com.
Click on the “Online Enrollment”
link. Parents will need to use the
username and password sent home
in the instruction letter to update
enrollment in PowerSchool.
We look forward to working together to make this a rewarding and memorable school year,
and we thank you for your continued support in helping us provide a quality educational
experience for all students.
Registration/Enrollment
School Buildings will be open the following times for Registration and Enrollment
Elementary Schools Monday, August 8 8:00 a.m.— 4:00 p.m.*
Tuesday, August 9 8:00 a.m.— 4:00 p.m.*
Middle Schools Thursday, August 11 8:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.*
Friday, August 12 8:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.*
Richmond High School Thursday, August 11 8:00 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
6:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m.
Friday, August 12 8:00 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
* Building times may vary. Please call your school or vist your school calendar
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Orientations
7th Graders (Test/Dennis) Thursday, August 11 10:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m.
Friday, August 12
10:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m.
Parents of 9th Graders (Civic Hall) Thursday, August 11 1:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m.
9th Grade Kick-Off Orientation Monday, August 15
Dr. Allen Bourff, Superintendent
8:00 a.m.—1:30 p.m.
School Begins-Tuesday August 16th
Elementary Schools’
Time Schedule
Tuesdays
Start
Dismiss
7:50 a.m. 1:40 p.m.
Mondays, Wednesdays,
Thursdays, Fridays
Start
Dismiss
7:50 a.m. 2:40 p.m.
Middle Schools/RHS
Time Schedule
Tuesdays
Start
Dismiss
8:15 a.m. 2:49 p.m.
Mondays, Wednesdays,
Thursdays, Fridays
Start
Dismiss
8:15 a.m. 3:30 p.m.
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Back to School Supplies
Back to school means making sure students have all the supplies they need for learning. Each elementary and middle school has
lists of supplies broken down by grade. Since the list varies with each school, supply lists are available at each school office (after
they reopen on August 8, 2011) and are posted on each school’s website.
Parents in need of school supplies for children K-12 will need to contact their Communities In Schools’ site coordinator at their
school building.
If anyone wishes to provide support to other families in the form of school supplies please contact “Tools for Schools”.
(ToolsForSchoolsWayneCounty.com or 966-8291)
Student Dress Code Policy for All Students Pre K-12
The dress code is intended to provide guidelines for acceptable student apparel and appearance and to promote an atmosphere of
success to all students. The purpose of such guidelines is also to promote student safety and civility, reduce disciplinary problems,
increase security within the school, and avoid disruptions to the educational process.
Clothing cannot depict alcohol, drugs, tobacco, profanity, obscene or foul language, gang or gang-like symbols, symbols of
violence, discriminatory messages
Clothes with rips, tears, and/or holes are not permitted.
Printed and/or solid color skirts and dresses may not be shorter than the tips of the individuals’ middle fingers when they are
standing upright with their arms at their sides.
Hats, caps, bandanas, wigs, and sweatbands cannot be worn in the building unless authorized by school administration.
Pants must be plain, solid color with no message.
Baggy pants, pants with legs that extend over the shoes to drag the ground, and pants with holes are not permitted.
Pants will be worn fitted to the waist with or without a belt, and they will not expose undergarments.
Plain, plaid, or solid colored shorts may be worn and may not be shorter than the tips of the individuals’ middle fingers when
they are standing upright with their arms at their sides.
Size appropriate short or long sleeved polo shirts or T-shirts with a crewneck are acceptable.
Shirts must be plain and of solid color. Message bearing shirts are not permitted.
A more in-depth description of our dress code can be found on our website.
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Book Fees
Kindergarten $78.05
Grade 1 $68.94
Grade 2 $78.82
Grade 3 $80.73
Grade 4 $81.38
Grade 5 $84.82
Grade 6 $74.26
Grade 7 $105.54
Grade 8 $113.97
Book fees at the middle
schools and high school
will vary depending on
the student’s course
schedule and other fees
(such as activity fee,
handbook fee, locker
fee, technology fee).
Richmond High School All-Sports Ticket Packages
Adult $60
Parking $20
Boys Basketball Only $50
Sports Package $40*
NCC Football @ Ball State $ 8
Bob Wetig Tourney $ 5
Elementary Student Pass $10
Questions? Contact Richmond High School Athletic Office at 973-3316
* No Boys Basketball or Football
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Immunizations
Please follow your regularly scheduled immunization schedule
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Proof of completed or up-to-date immunizations must be given to the
school on entrance and/or at registration.
A copy of the Indiana State Department of Health guidelines can be
found at www.in.gov/isdh/17094.htm
Effective January 1, 2012, fully insured students will need to get
immunized from their personal physician.
School Meals
School breakfast
Grades K-12: $1.25
Reduced: $ .30
School lunches
Elementary students: $2.00
Secondary students: $2.25
Reduced: $ .40
Adults: $3.00
All ages milk: $ .45
Café Prepay
A free and reduced-price meal
program provides breakfasts and
lunches to children of low-income
families. Eligibility is based on income
and family size.
Families with students who are
new to the district or to the free-meal
program can apply at any time.
Applications can be filled out
electronically at
ww.weRrichmond.com, at your
child’s school office, or at Food
Services (101 SW D Street).
You can pay for your children’s school meals on-line using your debit or
credit card. Visit www.weRrichmond.com and click on “Café Prepay”
OR go directly to: http://www.cafeprepay.com
STEP ONE
Create a Café Prepay User Account. You will enter in your email
address and password.
STEP TWO
Add Students. Click on the “Add New Student” link to add each student
to your account.
STEP THREE
Checking Your Student’s Balance. For security reasons, you either need
to enter your student’s ID number or make a payment toward your student’s
account in order to view the balance.
STEP FOUR
Make payments. Click on the “Make Payments” link where you can then
select to either make a payment or schedule future payments on a monthly or
“auto replenish” basis. A $2.50 convenience fee will be applied to each
transaction.
Questions? Contact Food Services at 973-3330.
School Principals
Charles 973-3441
Gwinn Gibbs
ggibbs@rcs.k12.in.us
Crestdale 973-3415
Connie Miller
cmiller@rcs.k12.in.us
CR Richardson 973-3429
Dr. Bill Doering
billd@rcs.k12.in.us
Dennis Middle School 973-3495
Kathy McCarty
kathym@rcs.k12.in.us
Early Learning Center 973-3416
Cindy Taylor
cynthiat@rcs.k12.in.us
Elizabeth Starr Academy 973-3426
Stephanie Quinn stephanieq@rcs.k12.in.us
Fairview 973-3442
Jennifer O’Brien
jennifero@rcs.k12.in.us
Garrison 973-3431
Kelly Andrews
kellyan@rcs.k12.in.us
Highland Heights 973-3408
Susie Hively
shively@rcs.k12.in.us
Richmond Adult Education 973-3486
Susie Hively
shively@rcs.k12.in.us
Richmond High School 973-3424
Rae Woolpy
raew@rcs.k12.in.us
Richmond State Hospital 973-3430
Pam Hilligoss
pamh@rcs.k12.in.us
Test Middle School 973-3412
Luann Spicer
luanns@rcs.k12.in.us
Vaile 973-3433
Tammy Rhoades
tammyr@rcs.k12.in.us
Westview 973-3445
Sheila Hobbs
sheilah@rcs.k12.in.us
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