RUTH DOYLE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Dear Parents and Guardians, In our ongoing commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of our students, we conduct regular safety drills throughout the school year. These exercises are crucial in preparing both our students and staff to respond effectively in the event of an emergency. We want to inform you about an important reunification drill scheduled for November 22nd at Ruth Doyle. This drill will help us practice efficient procedures for transporting our students to the reunification site, where students will be reunited with their family members during an emergency situation. This drill is dedicated to transporting ONLY! Students will be released at the normal time and place on this date. We believe that thorough preparation is essential for safeguarding our children. Students will be getting permission slips that need to be signed and returned including the option to opt out of this drill. Key Details: Date: November 22nd Time: 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM If you have any questions or concerns about this drill, please feel free to reach out. We appreciate your support and cooperation in helping us maintain a safe school community. Thank you! Best regards, Eric King

🦃🍂 Thanksgiving Break is almost here! 🍂🦃 Conway Public Schools will be closed from November 25-29, 2024 for students and staff. Take this time to relax, recharge, and enjoy time with loved ones. We look forward to seeing everyone back in school on Monday, December 2nd! Have a safe and happy holiday! 🧡 #WeAreWampusCats #Ascend #CPSDascends #Thankful #Grateful

The Conway Public Schools Orchestra program presents its annual "La Fiesta Orquesta" Taco Supper on Thursday, November 21 on the campus of Conway High School from 5:00-9:00 pm. This southwestern-themed event features the nearly 300 students of the orchestra program in free concerts throughout the night. All performances take place in the James H. Clark Auditorium, with city-wide Intermediate Orchestra performing first at 5:30, the Conway High School Orchestra performing at 6:15, city-wide beginning orchestra students at 7:30, and the Conway Junior High School 8th and 9th grade orchestras at 8:15. The event also serves as the orchestra program's primary fundraiser, with money raised through dinner ticket sales, donations, and a silent auction. Dinner service is held from 5-8 pm in the Conway High School cafeteria. Meal tickets for the taco salad dinner (or soft taco child's plate) are on sale at the door for $15/adults and $10/children. Dinner is available for dine-in or for carryout. The silent auction, with many items donated by local businesses, will take place from 5:30-8:15 p.m. in the lobby of the James H. Clark Auditorium. We hope you’ll support these amazing students and come hear us play!!

RDMS Families, The deadline to return permission slips for the Reunification Drill is Wednesday, November 20th. If your student needs a permission slip, the slips are located in the RDMS office. #AscendToExcellence #RDMStrong

Ruth Doyle girls basketball team learning at the Malvern Jamboree.

ONE WEEK AWAY!!! The Conway Public Schools Orchestra program presents its annual "La Fiesta Orquesta" Taco Supper on Thursday, November 21 on the campus of Conway High School from 5:00-9:00 pm. This southwestern-themed event features the nearly 300 students of the orchestra program in free concerts throughout the night. All performances take place in the James H. Clark Auditorium, with city-wide Intermediate Orchestra performing first at 5:30, the Conway High School Orchestra performing at 6:15, city-wide beginning orchestra students at 7:30, and the Conway Junior High School 8th and 9th grade orchestras at 8:15. The event also serves as the orchestra program's primary fundraiser, with money raised through dinner ticket sales, donations, and a silent auction. Dinner service is held from 5-8 pm in the Conway High School cafeteria, and the meals include drinks and dessert as well. Meal tickets for the taco salad dinner (or soft taco child's plate) are on sale online at conwayorch.square.site or at the door the night of the event for $15/adults and $10/children. Dinner is available for dine-in or for carryout. The silent auction, with many items donated by local businesses, will take place from 5:30-8:15 p.m. in the lobby of the James H. Clark Auditorium. We hope you’ll support these amazing students and come hear us play!!

RDMS students surprised the staff with snacks and drinks! They also had notes of appreciation for the staff! #AscendToExcellence #RDMStrong

It was a great CPSD School Board meeting tonight with many recognitions and highlights! Check out our November 12, 2024 School Board Meeting recap! https://conwaypublicschools.edurooms.com/engage/conway-public-schools/newsletters/november-2024-school-board-recap

Dear Parents and Guardians, In our ongoing commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of our students, we conduct regular safety drills throughout the school year. These exercises are crucial in preparing both our students and staff to respond effectively in the event of an emergency. We want to inform you about an important reunification drill scheduled for November 22nd at Ruth Doyle. This drill will help us practice efficient procedures for transporting our students to the reunification site, where students will be reunited with their family members during an emergency situation. This drill is dedicated to transporting ONLY! Students will be released at the normal time and place on this date. We believe that thorough preparation is essential for safeguarding our children. Students will be getting permission slips that need to be signed and returned including the option to opt out of this drill. Key Details: Date: November 22nd Time: 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM If you have any questions or concerns about this drill, please feel free to reach out. We appreciate your support and cooperation in helping us maintain a safe school community. Thank you! Best regards, Eric King

RDMS Families, Help us raise school funds by purchasing dry fit Wampus Cat gear just in time for Christmas! Follow the link to order. The deadline is November 15th. Our tentative date of distribution from the school is December 9, 2024! We appreciate your support of our school! https://ruthdoylewampuscats.itemorder.com/shop/home/ #AscendToExcellence #RDMStrong

RDMS Veterans Day assembly will be on November 11, 2024! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhMdWO3aSko-Oj-pSvmVNz79GS3pFoJtiPANVRLfddTF4sHA/viewform

RDMS is scheduled for make up picture day on November 5th. Picture forms are located in the RDMS office. If a family was not pleased and wants a remake, please return the original package and enclose a note explaining what they would like to see done differently. The original purchase will be replaced with a new package. #AscendToExcellence #RDMStrong

Tomorrow is the LAST day of our Fall Food Drive! Remember to bring items to 1st period so they can be counted toward your grade level's total! (5th and 6th grade are in a very close race) Thank you, RDMS families, for helping us make a difference- your generous donations will make a meaningful impact in our community. #AscendToExcellence #RDMStrong

Have you ever wondered how Trick or Treating began? What about dressing up? Or bobbing for apples? Just ask these RDMS 6th Graders! Mrs. Whiting's ELA class researched the origins of various Halloween traditions and presented their findings to classmates! #AscendToExcellence #RDMStrong

RDMS Veterans Day assembly will be on November 11, 2024! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhMdWO3aSko-Oj-pSvmVNz79GS3pFoJtiPANVRLfddTF4sHA/viewform

You have three weeks left to purchase your RDMS yearbook at the *lowest* price of the year ($30)! Order online at https://yearbookforever.com/school-store/1dzJxQ3gYj7GUR55mn74duC0 or bring payment to Mrs. Hendricks at school (make checks payable to RDMS).

It's National Physical Therapy Month! #AscendToExcellence #RDMStrong

Thank you so much to our RDMS students and families who have already donated items for the RDMS food drive! We have collected about 75 items so far. We have 4 more days to go! Be sure to bring items to first period! Or, parents can drop them off in the RDMS office. Thank you for helping us put the S (Serivce) in RDMS! #AscendToExcellence #RDMStrong

Exciting News for Our Middle Schools! We will begin implementing Yondr pouches on November 4, 2024. Students will receive their own Yondr pouch to take home on that morning. What does this mean for students? To create a focused and distraction-free environment, all cell phones, smart watches, and other wearable tech will be secured in these special bags during school hours. Students are required to bring their Yondr pouches every morning and place their devices inside before entering the school. The bags will remain with them, but all devices must be turned off during school hours. At the end of the day, students will unlock their Yondr pouches as they exit the school and will keep their pouches with them. This initiative will help foster learning, connection, and engagement—without the screens! Students will be able to access their devices at the conclusion of the school day. Important Reminder: Violating district policy regarding the possession of cell phones can lead to disciplinary action. Students who tamper with the Yondr pouch, repeatedly forget to bring their pouch, damage or take another student's Yondr pouch, or use their phone without authorization during the school day may face consequences ranging from warnings and phone confiscation to detentions, Saturday school, or in-school suspension. Additionally, restitution may be required to replace a Yondr pouch. We will also be participating in a survey of students as part of a program supported by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders and the Office of Education Policy. This survey aims to gather valuable insights into the effectiveness of our new policies and the overall school experience. Consent forms will be sent home soon, so please return them to your student's third period teacher by November 8, 2024. Let’s work together to enhance our students’ educational experience!

RDMS Families, Thank you so much for helping your child participate in our Red Ribbon Week dress up days. We have a few more days to go. Tomorrow is Color Wars Day. Students can wear the color(s) listed below. 5th Grade - Orange or Black 6th Grade - Red or White 7th Grade - Blue or Gray Also , don’t forget you still have time to sign up for our New York trip. Some discounts have ended, but I still have 3 - $115 scholarships that can be used as the deposit. We are currently doing a fundraiser that could earn you almost $500 towards the trip. Students must be registered to participate. Students in grades 6 and 7 have the NYC presentation in their Schoology Counseling group folder. Contact Mrs. Rogers for more information @rogersa@conwayschools.info. Angela Rogers Ruth Doyle Middle School Counselor/Teacher