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It was an exciting day at Winters' Well. The students were visited by Santa himself. Plus ABC 15 news was there to capture all the joy and holiday spirit. Please click the link to view the news story. https://www.abc15.com/news/uplifting-arizona/watch-santa-trades-in-sleigh-for-helicopter-ahead-of-visit-with-tonopah-kids
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🎁 The RFMS PTO is hosting a Holiday Shop for students! 🎄
📍 Where: 500 Lounge
📅 When: December 17th–20th, during Social Studies class
💲 Details: Gifts under $5, cash & card accepted, one visit per day
Let your students enjoy shopping for friends and family! ✨
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Ruth Fisher Middle School had an amazing night showcasing our art and band students. Mr. Baca and Mrs.Martinez did an amazing job with our art showcase and band concert.Thank you for everyone who attended tonight.
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Concert Reminder!
Tonight!
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FRIOS will be on campus tomorrow!!
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Congratulations to Coach Wisser, he was the recipient of the 2024 APS/Suns Stem Grant for all of this hardwork and dedication to the SMUSD Robotics program.
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Please mark your calendars for our upcoming RFMS Band Concert on Friday, 12/6 at 6pm in the TVHS auditorium. 🎶
Additionally, we're excited to announce our Food Drive which will run through December 13th. Please consider donating non-perishable food items to help support our local community. The first period class to have the most donation points will win a prize!🥫
Please see flyers with more details about both events.
Thank you for your continued support! ⭐
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RFMS Families, We hope you had a restful and enjoyable Thanksgiving break! As we return to school tomorrow, we are excited to continue our learning journey together. 😁
In the spirit of the season, we are kicking off our 12 Days of Spirit celebrations! Please find flyers attached for details. We encourage all students to participate and join in the festive fun. Please keep in mind dress code and be school appropriate. 🎄❄️
We look forward to seeing everyone back at school tomorrow and to finishing the semester strong! 🗓️
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Reminder of our Annual Free Community Thanksgiving Dinner, on Nov 27th at 4:30 p.m. in the Ruth Fisher Middle School Cafeteria.
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Join us for our Annual Free Community Thanksgiving Dinner, on Nov 27th at 4:30 p.m. in the Ruth Fisher Middle School Cafeteria.
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We hope you have a restful Thanksgiving break, we look forward to seeing students back on December 3rd. Please enjoy this special edition of #WeAreSaddleMountain https://youtu.be/XSE51K_s8fw
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We hope all Ruth Fisher students & their families enjoy their Thanksgiving Break! 🦃
No school & office closed 11/26-11/29.
On Wednesday November 27th, there will be a free community Thanksgiving Dinner on campus hosted by the American Legion Post 137. Please see attached flyer for more info! 🍽
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FRIOS will be on campus tomorrow!!
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RFMS Families, the lost and found rack is filling up! 👕👖
Please remind your students to check for any items they may be missing (located inside the front office).
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Next week is Kids at Hope spirit week at RFMS! See flyer for more info. ⭐
This Saturday 11/16 is the St Mary's Food Pantry at the TVHS parking lot. 🍞🥕
Have a great weekend!
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📚 Reminder for Parents! 📚
Thursday, students will be taking their District Benchmark Reading Test.
🛌 Make sure they get a good night’s rest 🍎 Encourage a healthy breakfast to fuel their brain 🎧 Remind them to bring and plug in their headphones (if they have them).
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There are still a couple days left to collect and turn in Harkins fundraiser forms 🍿
Blank forms can be picked up in the office or from the link below. Due Friday 11/15.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UG-vi-XptEb6uIUa5KemC9nF6n7bKjko/view?usp=sharing
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Please watch this short video about the recent Override Increase for SMUSD. https://youtu.be/BauODwdAZrw
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📣 Next Week Reminders for Families!
🚫 No School on Tuesday, November 12
📅 District Benchmark Testing
Wednesday: Math Test
Thursday: Reading Test
Friday: Science Test
Get a good night’s sleep 🛌
Eat a healthy breakfast 🍽️
Bring plug-in headphones if available 🎧