The Eagle’s Eye
Rock Creek Valley Elementary School
5121 Russett Road, Rockville, MD 20853
(301) 460-2195 Fax (301) 460-2196
January 30, 2015
Catherine Jasperse, Principal
Julia Bialeski, Assistant Principal
Principal’s Message
Parents are invited to learn more about the new Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for
College and Careers (PARCC) assessments at the next PARCC Night on Monday, Feb. 2, 2015.
The event is co-sponsored by Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS), the Montgomery
County Council of PTAs (MCCPTA), and the Montgomery County NAACP Parents’ Council.
The event will be held at Montgomery Blair High School on Monday, Feb. 2 from 6:30 p.m. to
9 p.m. The school is located at 51 University Boulevard East in Silver Spring.
At the event, parents will learn about PARCC and how MCPS is preparing students for success
on these new assessments. Parents will have an opportunity to take sample quizzes, attend
breakout sessions and pick up grade-level information and resources. MCPS staff will be
available to answer questions.
Free child care (ages 4 and older) and foreign language interpretation will be provided.
Visit the MCPS website or call 301-309-6277 for more information.
5th Grade Fund Raiser
Wednesday, February 11th will be a Dinner at Silver Diner Night. From 5-8 pm come join RCV
staff and families for dinner. A percentage of your bill will go to support the 5th grade class. We
hope to see you there! (Attached flyer; English and Spanish)
Animal Shelter Donations
Girl Scout Troop 4611 is collecting donations for the Animal Services and Adoption Center of
Montgomery County. Animals in the shelter need a nice warm bed, toys, and food while they
wait to find a permanent home. Donations can be left in the box in the atrium. The shelter
accepts a variety of donations including: food and toys for cats, dogs, rabbits, ferrets and birds,
KONG toys, Temptation cat treats, peanut butter, easy cheese, ping pong balls, new or gently
used t-shirts, blankets and towels. For additional information contact Angie Carey
[email protected] or 301-949-6610.
Special Education Review
The Montgomery County Board of Education has contracted with WestEd, a national research
and service nonprofit organization, to conduct an independent review of Montgomery County
Public Schools (MCPS) special education processes. The goal of the study is to better understand
the experiences of students and their families related to IEP development, implementation, and
dispute resolution. Please see the attachment for more information.
Attachment B.pdf
Group Portrait Make Up Day
We have rescheduled the make-up day for Group Portraits.
Tuesday, February 17, 2015 from 8:00am – 4:00pm
If you are interested in purchasing a group picture send the form (which was sent home before or
you can call the school office to ask for one) along with the payment with your student.
Counseling Updates
This month students are being recognized as peacemakers for using thoughtful words to solve
problems. Students will be recognized at school during a school wide clap out MONDAY
FEBRUARY 2ND. There will be an assembly for all quarter three peacemakers in March. Thanks
for your support and we look forward to celebrating our peacemakers.
Attention Grade 5 parents: This week we had a visit from the 6th Grade Counselor from Wood
Middle School. Wood is collecting information as to which classes your child will be enrolled in
for their sixth grade year. Students brought home a one sheet document this week to fill out
select their elective classes for the 2015-2016 school year. Please look over this information with
your child and send the completed form back to school with your signature by February 6th.
Please contact your child’s fifth grade teacher or Mrs. Kissell if you have further questions.
5th Grade Fund Raiser
Silver Diner Night -Wednesday, February 11th will be a Dinner at Silver Diner Night. From 5-8
pm come join RCV staff and families for dinner. A percentage of your bill will go to support the
5th grade class. We hope to see you there! (Attached flyer; English and Spanish)
Date Night - Back by popular demand - the next RCV Date Night will be Friday, February 13th
from 5:30 -8:30 PM. Parents can go on a date and leave the babysitting to us - what a great night
to go out for Valentine’s Day! Hurry and register now before it fills up – Registration is just $15
a child or just $30 for a family!! Registration includes dinner, multiple activities, and a movie.
(All proceeds support the 5th grade end of year activities. We Thank You!) (See attachement)
Flower Grams - Show a friend, teacher, or family member you care – send a flower gram for
just $1. These handmade flowers will be delivered to students’ classrooms the week of February
9th through the 13th. Flowers can be purchased using the flyer attached in the Eagle Eye or every
morning before school in the atrium. Hurry and buy yours now while supplies last! (All proceeds
support the 5th grade end of year activities. We Thank You!) (See attachement)
If you have any questions/concerns, please let see Ms. McNiece