AdvanceED Accredidation Survey Reminder

Please take a moment to fill out this important survey:

(Link is at the bottom of the page)

On Monday, September 5, Richland 2 contacted you by phone with some information about an important parent survey that is a part of our district-wide accreditation process.  Your input is essential and we would love for Round Top to have 100% parent/guardian participation.  If you did not already complete the parent survey, the link below will direct you to the district's parent survey site.  The site will explain the survey as well as some of the terms used in the survey.  Please take a few moments to use Habit 8:  Find Your Voice and complete the survey.  Thank you!

Click HERE for the Survey

RTE Boys' Night at HiWire

Tickets are now on sale for RTE Boys' Night at HiWire in the Plex at the Village at Sandhills!

RTE Boys and 1 adult guest (Adult must also purchase ticket if jumping) enjoy a night of fun on 

Thursday, September 29.

1 hour-long jump times starting at: 6:00, 6:30 and 7:00

Online ticket sales only through 5:00 on September 29. 

Purchase tickets here

Save time and have the required HiWire waiver completed before you arrive.

PTO Meeting Monday, September 26

The September PTO meeting will be held on 

Monday, September 26 at 6:00pm in the Media Center. 

All parents are welcome to attend! Download the agenda here.

Richland Library Resources from Parent University

Did you know that Richland Two has a strategic partnership with Richland Library?  Last year, more than 25,000 library cards were distributed to Richland Two students.  Our students receive access via their free library cards to endless resources through Richland Library.  Here are just a few they have to offer:

  (See video here.)

Watch a brief video about the tutoring services offered from 3-11pm nightly.  

• Your student can receive free tutoring from the comfort of home
• Get it on the go with the mobile app 
• Find a tutor you like and use them over and over

See attached flyer for more info.  

Learn a language here. Mango Language offers Spanish, French, Brazilian Portuguese, German, Russian, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Greek, English for Spanish speakers, English for Portuguese speakers and English for Polish speakers and more.

Librarian Recommended Books and Apps (for Kids)

Finding great books and apps for your child can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. Who do you trust? Which ones are best for your child, and how can you use them to jump-start learning?

Call me or email anytime for additional information or to get a free library card for a child in your family!  691-8676, ext. 3120 and csymonds@richland2.org

Flu Shots on Monday

Walgreens will be at RTE to give Flu Shots

on Monday, September 26 

7:30 am - 9:00 am

Open to the public
(ADULTS ONLY) 

If you have the State Health Plan or Medicare, there is no fee to you. 

 Walgreens will bill your insurance (insurances listed above only)

  Self pay fee is $31.99 cash or check only.  

There is no flu mist available this year only shots.  

Contact Nurse Jovi at  691-8676 x 3010

if you have questions

Carolina or Clemson? 

Read and Win Free Tickets!

Read Your Way to the Big Game 6 Book Challenge!  now through November 11.  Every student who reads at least 6 books that are appropriate for them, lists them on their Carolina/Clemson Reading Log, and returns the completed log to school will be entered in a contest to win tickets to the Palmetto Bowl. Two winners will be selected-one for USC and one for Clemson.  Each winner will receive 4 tickets, sideline passes, and pre-game activities.  Be Proactive!  Get your Read Your Way to the Big Game reading log in today.

Setting Up for School Success

Special thanks to the parents who attended Parent University last night. Program topics were designed to answer teachers' most frequently asked questions at the beginning of the school year. Parents became the students in our classrooms and learned:

• how organization of information improves student performance
• how note-taking helps with studying and test preparation
• games that support vocabulary development and reading comprehension
• strategies for different learning styles
• tips for increasing inquiry skills
• resources in the community, including FREE tutoring!

Save the Date: our next Parent University is scheduled for February 7, 2017. Tell a friend!

Need Extra Credit?

If you missed Parent University, it's not too late for extra credit! While you are at RTE for your parent conference tomorrow, visit our Reading Coach, Talana Palmer in room 501 at 12:30 PM or 2:00 PM to learn a quick game you can play with your child at home. She can teach you how games can build vocabulary and strengthen reading development. Visitors can enter their name into a random drawing for door prizes. See you soon!

Reminder: Half Day Tomorrow

Round Top Elementary

will be dismissing early on 

Thursday, September 22 at 11:30

(Image credit goes to BMS!)

Please be sure to send in any transportation changes with your student. 

Spirit Wear Sale during Parent Conferences

PTO will be selling Spirit Items during Parent-Teacher Conferences on Thursday, September 22 from 11:30-4:00! 

Look for our table just outside the front office in front of the Media Center windows!

• Limited inventory of NEW spirit wear designs
• VINTAGE spirit wear designs including $5 sweatshirts
• Ace Bears $12
• RTE Car Magnets $5

Cash or Check Only!!

Corrected Link to Plex/HiWire waiver

The Round Top Review notification received last night had the incorrect link to the Plex/HiWire waiver! All boys attending RTE Night on Thursday, September 29 must have this waiver signed.

Here is the correct link to the waiver

And be sure to purchase your tickets by 5:00 on September 29 

RTE Boys' Night at HiWire

Download the Plex/HiWire Waiver Here

Purchase Tickets Here

Attendance Matters!! Week #2

Here is your Attendance Update for the week of 9/12/16 through 9/16/16:

• 22 days of school completed
• 82 absences this week!
• 25 students Tardy to school (not in class by 8:10 AM)
• 40 students signed out for Early Dismissal (signed out before 2:15 PM)
• 18 of the 40 Early Dismissals were for Friday alone! That's almost 50%!

While we understand that some absences, late arrivals and early dismissals are unavoidable, it is important that we avoid these situations as much as possible. Here are some tips to help ensure your child has good attendance all year long:

1. Align doctor's appointments and family vacations with the school calendar. Avoid extended vacations that require your child to miss school.
2. Schedule a regular bedtime and morning routine. Young children need 9-11 hours of sleep. Older children need 8.5 to 9.5 hours of sleep.
3. No cell phones, video games, and computers at least 30 minutes before going to bed.
4. Pack lunches and pick out clothes the night before.
5. Most importantly, be the example for your child. Show them that you value good school attendance and that you won't allow anyone to miss school unless they are truly sick.

Stay tuned for our next Attendance Matters update!

Ahoy, Maties!  

The book fair is in full sail at the Book a Flight Media Center.  Your students will shop with their class Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday morning.  Check your class newsletter for more information.

Shopping hours are as follows:

10-2pm-Saturday

7:30-4pm-Mon, Tues

5-7pm-Tuesday during Parent University

7:30-11:30am-Wed

Shopping is tax-free at RTE and 

all sales benefit literacy education at our school!  

Come and enjoy the fair, me hearties!

Last Chance for Spirit Wear!

Time is running out to place your spirit wear order!

All spirit wear orders must be placed by Friday, September 16

Remember, this is the ONLY spirit wear sale of the 2016-17 school year! Get your long-sleeved Ts and hoodies for the winter now!

Place your order online at http://store.strictlyt.com/RTE or download the order form and send in with payment (checks payable to RTE PTO)

Interim Reports, Assessments, and More!

Interim reports go home with students on September 21st - that's next week!

• Did you know that students who organize and record what they are learning are more likely to experience success on assessments?
• Need strategies for helping your student stay organized?
• Does your student struggle with taking notes about what they learn in class?
• Want to learn strategies students can use to help them to improve their grades - all year long?

grab a friend &
Join us for 
Parent University

September 20th from 5 to 7 PM

to learn more!

RSVP Here.

Transportation Changes - Why are they Important?

For your Convenience
Print at home 

Transportation Change Form

Why do I need to send a Transportation Change? 

Round Top Elementary is committed to Safety for all our students. 

With that in mind, all changes in transportation MUST be accompanied by a signed note from a parent/guardian. 

All transportation changes are verified by both the Attendance Secretary and the Homeroom Teacher. 

What information is needed?

Name of Student (First, Last), Teacher, Grade and New Method of Transportation should be indicated in the note. 

What if I have signed them up for a Club that meets at RTE?

ANY changes from the Normal Method of Transportation need to be accompanied by a note. If they will be attending a Club that meets weekly on the same day, only ONE note is needed to verify their enrollment. Clubs are businesses not controlled by RTE and therefore we do not always have access to the most current enrollment information.

Do I need to send a note if  I am signing my student out for Early Dismissal? 

Students CAN NOT be dismissed from their classroom until a Parent/Guardian has signed them out in Lobby Guard and their identity has been verified. Any notes sent regarding early dismissals are simply for teacher reference only.

Attendance and Transportation questions? Please email dhill@richland2.org

Chik-Fil-A Spirit Night

Round Top Spirit Night

Thursday, September 15  5-8pm 

Killian Crossing location

Dine in or Drive-thru--just mention you're there to support Round Top Elementary Spirit Night and we'll receive a percentage of the night's receipts!

For speedier service, download the Chik-Fil-A One app and order ahead of time! Just make sure to mention Spirit Night in the special instructions, and again when picking up your order.

SIC Elections - Please VOTE

Round Top Elementary SIC Election Ballot 2016-17

Please make your selections for current School Improvement Council openings.

Read the bios below to learn more about each nominee.

Deadline for voting is Friday, September 16, 2016 at 9:00am.

WANDA RUSS KENSCOFF- I have been a resident of Columbia since 2006.  My husband Jean-Claude and I have two children, Jarrod who is recent Blythewood graduate and now attends Guilford College and Mackenzie who is in Kindergarten at Roundtop. I am a retired Nurse practitioner and graduate of Long Island University. I have always made myself available to volunteer at my children schools.  Since being in South Carolina, I have served as PTO President (Sandpaper Elementary 2007-2009), SIC Member (Summit Parkway Middle School 2009-2010), SIC President (Summit Parkway Middle School 2010-2012). I was a member of the task force to redraw school lines prior to the opening of Westwood High School. I have also volunteered and served in various roles in several other community organizations and booster clubs at Blythewood High School.  I would welcome the opportunity to work with the Roundtop SIC. ​

ED MAAG - has been a resident of the Longcreek Community for almost 20 years.  He and his wife Maureen are raising 2 daughters, Mikaela who attends USC and Grace who is a Round Top student.  Ed is a Navy Veteran and a graduate of Kent State University.  He is employed with Grow Financial Federal Credit Union as a Regional Manager.

GAIL PERRY -  is a resident of LongCreek Plantation and has been for 9 years. Originally from New York, my husband and I relocated the family down south and have enjoyed South Carolina. We have 3 children, one of which recently graduated from Lander University, our daughter is currently attending Winthrop University and last our youngest Cody is a student at Round Top. I myself am employed with Time Warner Cable as a staff manager.

VOTE HERE

Help! My Child Can't Tell Me What She Learned Today!

My child can't tell me about their day in a way that makes sense.

My child misuses everyday words.

My child has a difficult time describing or explaining things to me.

My child takes a long time to figure out what s/he wants to say.

My child doesn't always understand what I ask him/ her to do.

Want to learn how to help your child build their vocabulary and improve their reading skills?

Join us for Parent University

September 20th from 5 to 7 PM

to learn more!

RSVP Here.

HiWire Tickets on Sale!

2016 RTE Boys' Night at HiWire
Thursday, September 29, 2016
Plex at Sandhills, 741 Fashion Dr.

 

RTE BOYS ONLY:  Please join us at HiWire for a special night of jumping fun!  Each boy must be accompanied by an adult guest (adults must also purchase a ticket if jumping).

Pre-purchase your tickets at the special RTE rate of $15.  Each ticket includes one hour of jumping and a pair of HiWire grip socks, required for all jumpers.

Three start times: 6:00, 6:30, and 7:00.

Arrive early in order to be ready to jump at your scheduled flight time.

All jumpers must complete a waiver form.  Be ready by printing and completing your form in advance.  Find the waiver at http://plexhiwire.com/downloads/PlexHiWireWaiver_7-26-16.pdf

Online sale only through 5pm September 29. No tickets sold at the door

 

***Please note that due to the nature of the event, no refunds can be given***

Homework & Free Tutoring

Got homework?

Could you use free literacy resources?

Interested in FREE tutoring?

How about free tutoring from home?

Join us for Parent University

September 20th 

from 5 to 7 PM

                             to learn more!

                             RSVP HERE.

Summer Reading Rocks

@ RTE

Congratulations to all the students who attended our Summer Reading Rocks celebration today. Students were Being Proactive (Habit 1) when they submitted their summer reading info by the deadline.  We had snowcones, danced, chose temporary tattoos, and decorated the sidewalks with chalk.  Cute pics to follow!

What's for Dinner?

Save the Date for RTE Spirit Night at 

Thursday, September 15 from 5-8pm at the Killian Crossing Chik-Fil-A.  RTE PTO receives a portion of receipts from the night! More details to come....