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    Notre Dame University, Mr. Rossen Room 28

    6th Grade GATE Cluster Class

    5th Grade Wiffle Ball: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZekmTPLxad7ScpLCaT-GU1yWWzw8Ccrdc07GtgF3J6A/edit?usp=sharing

     

    6th Grade Wiffle Ball: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OiQ8u0nVbdlpn2ZXa5mL8xa_cdGfa4ObGcep3RqMrDc/edit?usp=sharing

    Yearbooks are currently on sale.  Below is the flyer.  Get yours before prices go up.

    Yearbook Order Form

     

    I will send out reminders via Parent Square and Aeries.  You can always email me at scott_rossen@chino.k12.ca.us. I will get back to you as soon as I receive emails.  

    6th-Grade End of the Year Activities

    February 27th: Skate Express Field Trip

    February 28th: Spring Promotion Pictures

    March 10th: Walkthrough Ancient Civilizations

    May 13th: Entrepreneurs' Day

    May 15th: Field Trip to Castle Park

    May 16th: 6th grade softball game and BBQ

    May 21st: Promotion

     

    Onyeka Okongwu is a former Rhodes Scholar. After leaving Rhodes, he took the normal path of Magnolia Junior High and then high school. But unlike most students, he went to play basketball at USC and is now playing for the Atlanta Hawks. Onyeka took time to show appreciation for Rhodes and came back to hang out with our scholars. We were very blessed and grateful.

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    Rhodes Pep Club is our school's parent organization. It is a dedicated group of parents who do amazing things for our school and scholars and are always welcoming new members.  Below is a link to their October newsletter.

    Pep Club October Newsletter

     

    Volunteering at Rhodes:

    Rhodes is an elite elementary school with a tremendous history.  One of the things that makes our school so amazing is the involvement of parents on campus.  Pep Club is our parent organization that is the backbone of our success.  They would love to have more and new parents join them.  The following QR code gives information on how to help and join.

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    Chromebooks

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    Beginning in 5th grade, each CVUSD student is assigned their own Chromebook.  Students will keep this until 8th grade, and it will be taken home and used for homework.  Students and parents are responsible for both the computer and charger.  The district is offering an insurance protection plan.  I have attached this opportunity here: CVUSD Insurance Protection Plan

     

    Free at-home online tutoring

     

    • Steps for Parents to support your student with using PAPER's 24/7 live tutoring support:

      1. Read our overview on Paper for parents and guardians.

      2. Watch the Paper for middle school parents and guardians video to learn about the many ways Paper can make a difference in your student’s learning.

      3. Set up time with your student to complete the Paper Family Scavenger Hunt together.

      4. Make a plan with your student on how they’ll include Paper in their study routines—and mark those plans on a calendar!


      If you have questions, reach out to       parents@paper.co.

    Yoga Balls in the Classroom

    Sitting at a desk for 6 1/2 hours per day is difficult for many adults and a near impossibility for some students.  A University of Chicago Research report showed gains in both academics and health.  For these reasons, students in the class can choose chairs or exercise balls for their desks.  So, when you see your kid bouncing lightly in their seat, know there is some science behind the decision.  

     

    Debate

    Thirteen years ago, Mr. Fjeldsted began the debate program at Rhodes. Mr. Rossen is proud to carry on the tradition. The Rhodes Debate Team meets every Wednesday before/after school. We have two competitions each year, with seven schools in Chino Valley participating. Please see Mr. Rossen if your child is interested in participating.  For debate we use an App called Band to make announcements.  You can join the Band App here: https://band.us/n/a5a6Aep474Y7H

     

    Green Teams

    Human impact on the environment is an essential piece of the science curriculum in all elementary grades.  Mr. Rossen runs Green Teams.  This is where children can learn about their impact on the world around them.  Students also run the Rhodes recycling program and help classrooms and the school save energy.  Meetings are before school on Friday, and students from all grades are welcome to attend. 

     

    Band

    Being in band has a plethora of benefits for students.  Many students joined band in 5th grade, but that is not needed to do band in 6th grade.  Information will go home early in the school year, and you should highly consider putting your child in band.