December 10th - December 15th
Bobcat Family Blog #18
Break in One Week!
Did you know our Bobcats have been in school for 80 days already?!? It's amazing how much our students have accomplished in 2023, and how much they will continue to accomplish in 2024. This week is our last full week before Winter Break begins on Thursday, December 21st and students return on Monday, January 8th, 2024. #WeRChilton
Important Dates
12/11 & 12/12 - Spring Play Auditions 2:30pm-4:00pm
12/21 through 1/5 - Winter Break
Upcoming Sports/Student Events
12/12 - 7th Grade Girl's Basketball Meeting @ lunch in Ms. Sheefel's (Rm 602)
12/12 - 8th Grade Girl's Basketball Meeting @ lunch in Mrs. Hayden's (Rm 608)
12/15 - 6th Grade WEB event: Home Alone Movie in Gym @ 2:30pm
Spirit Week 12/18 - 12/20 (more information next week!
Spring Play Auditions
Hello Bobcat Families!
Our Spring Play is starting up this month! We had a meeting on Tuesday, the 28th to just discuss auditions and what the play is about. We are doing the musical The Emperor's New Clothes this year. If your kiddo missed the meeting, they can come talk to me after school. No problem! I am taking kids to help with the crew as well!
Important dates:
- Auditions: Dec. 11-12th at 2:30
- Cast List out: Friday, Dec. 15th
- Rehearsals: Every Monday and Tuesday 2:30-4:30 starting Dec. 18th (of course not on holidays!)
- Performances: April 25th and 26th at 6:30
If you are great at scenery or sound, let me know! Parents and families always are such a great help! Thank you!!!!!! We are really excited!
Mrs. Donahue
- Auditions: Dec. 11-12th at 2:30
- Cast List out: Friday, Dec. 15th
- Rehearsals: Every Monday and Tuesday 2:30-4:30 starting Dec. 18th (of course not on holidays!)
- Performances: April 25th and 26th at 6:30
Counseling Update
We recommend you review your student's Otus account weekly to help them stay on top of assignments. If you need help using Otus, check out this document for video tutorials and helpful tips to get the most out of the program. Reach out to your student's teachers or school counselor if you have further questions!
RCSD is committed to providing quality education to its students. In an effort to achieve this goal, school staff or parents/guardians may refer students for counseling, or students may request counseling. The aim of the school counseling services is to help students have more effective education and socialization within the school community. Possible counseling topics are coping with changes, transition, self-esteem, friendship and relationship issues, study skills, stress management, fears or worries, academic progress, conflict resolution, social skills, adjustment to school or culture, etc. These services are available at no cost. RCSD school counselors offer short‐term individual counseling to students, as well as small group counseling. If you would like more information about counseling services available on our site, please contact your student's school counselor.
RCSD is committed to providing quality education to its students. In an effort to achieve this goal, school staff or parents/guardians may refer students for counseling, or students may request counseling. The aim of the school counseling services is to help students have more effective education and socialization within the school community. Possible counseling topics are coping with changes, transition, self-esteem, friendship and relationship issues, study skills, stress management, fears or worries, academic progress, conflict resolution, social skills, adjustment to school or culture, etc. These services are available at no cost. RCSD school counselors offer short‐term individual counseling to students, as well as small group counseling. If you would like more information about counseling services available on our site, please contact your student's school counselor.
- 6th: Tonia Stallions tstallions@rcsdk8.org
- 7th: Brooke Melian bmelian@rcsdk8.org
- 8th: Meg Murray mmurray01@rcsdk8.org
Middle School Math Support
Does your student need extra support with math? Come by and see one of our fabulous Chilton Teachers who can help your student with any middle school grade level math (Math 6 - Integrated Math 1)!
Yearbook
Yearbook
If you have not ordered your student a yearbook yet, you can continue to do so! The updated pricing is listed below.
- $55 yearbook
- $15 personalization
- $4.50 per icon
- 1/4 page ad is $70
- 1/8 page as is $50
8th Grade Families! The deadline to purchase ads is January 3, 2024.
You can purchase a yearbook and/or ads by visiting the Chilton's page on Jostens
See the ad flyer or the yearbook flyer for more information.
Student IDs
Every Chilton student was given an ID card when they had their school pictures taken. This ID card is used to check-out library books, scan for school lunch, and other school functions. All students should bring their ID with them to school everyday. If a student lost their ID, they can purchase a replacement ID for a discounted price of $1 in the office by speaking with Mrs. McCall.
If a student forgets their ID, they CAN still get lunch. However, they will be sent to the back of the line. This is because they can no longer type in their number and our lunch ladies have to type it in for them. As a result, it takes longer. But not to worry! There is still PLENTY of food left for them and multiple options, and our line finishes within the first 10 minutes of lunch.
Every Chilton student was given an ID card when they had their school pictures taken. This ID card is used to check-out library books, scan for school lunch, and other school functions. All students should bring their ID with them to school everyday. If a student lost their ID, they can purchase a replacement ID for a discounted price of $1 in the office by speaking with Mrs. McCall.
If a student forgets their ID, they CAN still get lunch. However, they will be sent to the back of the line. This is because they can no longer type in their number and our lunch ladies have to type it in for them. As a result, it takes longer. But not to worry! There is still PLENTY of food left for them and multiple options, and our line finishes within the first 10 minutes of lunch.
Chilton Clubs
Chilton Clubs
Below are our current club offerings with the teacher who is hosting the club. These will be updated as more clubs are offered throughout the year. Please have your student reach out to the listed teacher for more information.- Rubix Cube Club (6th Grade Lunch only) - Miss Freitas
- Christian Club (8th Grade Lunch only) - Mrs. Mosakowski
- Pokémon and Chess Club - Miss Nguyen
- Art Club - Russell
- Spring Play (begins in winter) - Donahue
- Jazz Band Club - Sugano
- Karaoke Club - Freitas
- Allies Club - Beck (6th), Andersen (7th), Schuetz (8th)
- Math Olympiad - Mr. Nguyen and Mrs. Harrison
- Chilton Cares Club - Sobczak (in the front office)
- Classic Movie Club - McGee (6th), Donahue (7th), Fry (8th)
Below are our current club offerings with the teacher who is hosting the club. These will be updated as more clubs are offered throughout the year. Please have your student reach out to the listed teacher for more information.
- Rubix Cube Club (6th Grade Lunch only) - Miss Freitas
- Christian Club (8th Grade Lunch only) - Mrs. Mosakowski
- Pokémon and Chess Club - Miss Nguyen
- Art Club - Russell
- Spring Play (begins in winter) - Donahue
- Jazz Band Club - Sugano
- Karaoke Club - Freitas
- Allies Club - Beck (6th), Andersen (7th), Schuetz (8th)
- Math Olympiad - Mr. Nguyen and Mrs. Harrison
- Chilton Cares Club - Sobczak (in the front office)
- Classic Movie Club - McGee (6th), Donahue (7th), Fry (8th)
Cultural Fun Fact
December 10th is annual Human Rights Day, a groundbreaking U.N. Declaration that all humans have unalienable rights, that was first celebrated 75 years ago. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights has been translated into 561 languages, making it the most translated document in the world. This year's theme for the 2023 Human Rights Day is Freedom, Justice, and Equality for all.
“In 2023, we commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which coincides with the 30th anniversary of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights.
For 75 years, the core ambition of the Declaration has been to infuse societies with equality, fundamental freedoms and justice. It enshrines the rights of all human beings and is a global blueprint for international, national, and local laws and policies and a bedrock of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
On Human Rights Day, 10 December 2023, we will celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Declaration, a milestone celebration called Human Rights 75 (HR 75). Human Rights Day will capture all the moments from this year’s commemoration and seeks to increase knowledge on the universality and indivisibility of human rights, especially among young people, inspire people to create a movement of shared humanity while empowering them to fight for their rights and take action."
Cultural Fun Fact
December 10th is annual Human Rights Day, a groundbreaking U.N. Declaration that all humans have unalienable rights, that was first celebrated 75 years ago. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights has been translated into 561 languages, making it the most translated document in the world. This year's theme for the 2023 Human Rights Day is Freedom, Justice, and Equality for all.
“In 2023, we commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which coincides with the 30th anniversary of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights.
For 75 years, the core ambition of the Declaration has been to infuse societies with equality, fundamental freedoms and justice. It enshrines the rights of all human beings and is a global blueprint for international, national, and local laws and policies and a bedrock of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
On Human Rights Day, 10 December 2023, we will celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Declaration, a milestone celebration called Human Rights 75 (HR 75). Human Rights Day will capture all the moments from this year’s commemoration and seeks to increase knowledge on the universality and indivisibility of human rights, especially among young people, inspire people to create a movement of shared humanity while empowering them to fight for their rights and take action."
Language Diversity at Chilton
At Chilton Middle School, we have a variety of home languages spoken other than English. To celebrate our language diversity, we will host get togethers for the major home languages spoken at Chilton throughout the year.
Language Diversity at Chilton
At Chilton Middle School, we have a variety of home languages spoken other than English. To celebrate our language diversity, we will host get togethers for the major home languages spoken at Chilton throughout the year.
Chilton Core Values
Chilton's November and December Core Value is GRATITUDE.
At Chilton:
We believe that true success lies in having appreciation for all things: the things we have, the people who impact our lives, and the experiences we have and create. When we express gratitude for even the smallest of details, we enhance our own lives and inspire others to enrich theirs as well.
Talk with your child about what GRATITUDE means to your family!
Lost and Found
Lost and Found
All lost and found items from Trimester 1 have been donated. Items from Trimester 2 will be donated at the end of Trimester 2 (February 23rd, 2024).
All lost and found items from Trimester 1 have been donated. Items from Trimester 2 will be donated at the end of Trimester 2 (February 23rd, 2024).
Incoming Freshmen Class of 2028
Incoming Freshmen Class of 2028
For our current 8th grader families, please review the below important information regarding high school registration- 9th Grade Enrollment for the 2024-25 school year in RJUSD will open mid-November. Please check back here for updates.
- Panther Preview Night is on Thursday, February 15, 2024. This is a special showcase for all incoming 9th graders and their families!
- Freshmen Orientation/Panther Pick-Up Day is in August 2024
Community Happenings & Resources
Please take a few moments to look through the different events happening throughout our community and the resources that are available to community members.
For our current 8th grader families, please review the below important information regarding high school registration
- 9th Grade Enrollment for the 2024-25 school year in RJUSD will open mid-November. Please check back here for updates.
- Panther Preview Night is on Thursday, February 15, 2024. This is a special showcase for all incoming 9th graders and their families!
- Freshmen Orientation/Panther Pick-Up Day is in August 2024
Community Happenings & Resources
Please take a few moments to look through the different events happening throughout our community and the resources that are available to community members.
- RCSD Community Resources
- RJUHSD Safety Forum
- Elks Hoop Shoot
- T.E.A.M.S After School Tutoring
- West Park Athletics Fan Guide
- PC Kids Performing Arts
- Roseville Youth Lacrosse
- Elks Lodge Red Ribbon Week Drug Awareness Essay Contest
- Santa's Helper
- 2023 Holiday Food Basket
- Oakmont Program and Pathways Night
- Roseville Girls Softball
Visitor and Volunteer Reminders
We appreciate our many visitors and volunteers throughout the school year. Please read these quick reminders for taking photos and/or videos of students on any RCSD campus or during any RCSD activity.
Visitor and Volunteer Reminders
We appreciate our many visitors and volunteers throughout the school year. Please read these quick reminders for taking photos and/or videos of students on any RCSD campus or during any RCSD activity.
- We want to remind all visitors and volunteers that some of our students are exempt from having their photo or information shared publicly. For student privacy purposes, please only photograph and/or video your own student(s) when on campus, while attending a class field trip, etc.
- Please do not share photos of any student besides your own on online platforms. If others are in the photo, please crop or blur/hide their faces.
- For safety purposes, also do not share room numbers or school site maps on online platforms
- Photos of students during events which are open to the community (after school hours festivals, sporting events, performances, etc.) are allowed. All attendees of these community events should be aware that photos and/or videos may be shared on online platforms.
Please contact Mr. Ancker if you have questions or concerns. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our students and staff safe.
Library
Here are a few reminders from our librarian:
- Do not loan your textbooks/Chromebooks/library books/ or chargers to other students.
- All lost or damaged materials must be paid for. Bills will be mailed home at the end of the school year for all missing textbooks, as well as those that are returned damaged. Please make checks for textbooks payable to Roseville City School District.
- Unpaid fines will remain on your student’s account until all books are returned or fines are paid in full. In addition, students with outstanding fines will not receive their yearbooks at the end of the year, and may not be allowed to participate in year end activities.
PLEASE CONTACT THE CHILTON LIBRARIAN FOR REPLACEMENT COST OF EACH INDIVIDUAL ITEM.
Parent Student Handbook 2023-2024
Parent Student Handbook 2023-2024
Here is the 2023-24 Student-Parent Handbook. Please read this over with your student(s) to learn the policies and procedures for Chilton Middle School. Each student will receive a hard copy of the handbook with a daily planner built in for students to use to write down important dates and to stay organized with their classwork.
Attendance
Attendance is vital for every child every day as lifelong habits are established in the early school years and contribute to student success throughout their school career and beyond. The best way to keep up with your student's curriculum pacing is to ensure they are in class daily and engaging with peers and their teachers.
Attendance
Attendance is vital for every child every day as lifelong habits are established in the early school years and contribute to student success throughout their school career and beyond. The best way to keep up with your student's curriculum pacing is to ensure they are in class daily and engaging with peers and their teachers.
Please be reminded that our upcoming vacation days for Trimester 2 are:
- Thursday, December 21st - Friday, January 5th (Winter Break)
- Monday, January 15th (Martin Luther King Jr.'s Day)
- Monday, February 12th (Lincoln's Birthday Observed)
- Monday, February 19th (President's Day Observed)
Please try and schedule appointments on non-school days and after school. If your child will be absent for an extended period, please visit our district website or contact the school's front office to set up a short-term independent study contract. Reporting Absences
Reporting Absences
There are many ways to report your student's absence and it is important that you report it to us as soon as possible. We wanted to highlight the different options:
- Call - Chilton Office (916) 771-1875
- Google Form - Fill out the Chilton - Student Online Absence Reporting
- Email - ChiltonAttendance@rcsdk8.org
Deliveries, Food Drop-offs, and Messages to Students
Deliveries, Food Drop-offs, and Messages to Students
Parents are NOT PERMITTED to bring in or drop off any food or drink (including water bottles). This includes food delivery services. Lunches are offered for free, so any forgotten lunch can be supplemented by cafeteria offerings. We also have multiple water fountains in classrooms and around campus for students to use.
Items delivered or left in the office by parents will not be delivered to students.
Items delivered or left in the office by parents will not be delivered to students.
Students will not be notified of items in the office and it is the responsibility of the student to come to the office during lunch or passing periods to pick up items. We will only deliver emergency messages to students.
Traffic Reminders
Traffic Reminders
- Please do not park in front of other's driveways, garages, or designated no parking areas around the campus
- Please make sure to obey instructions from the Crossing Guards (California Vehicle Code 2815).
Please no parking in the middle of the parking lot. This causes traffic back ups and doesn't allow others to pull out of their parking spots safely and efficiently.
School Spirit
Make sure to wear your orange and blue every
Friday to show school spirit!
Friday to show school spirit!
Website: https://chilton.rcsdk8.org/
Location: 4501 Bob Doyle Drive, Roseville, CA, USA
Phone: (916) 771-1870
Facebook: facebook.com/RCSDChilton
Instagram: @rcsdchilton
