May 20th - May 30th

 Bobcat Family Blog #40

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A Year in Review

As we close another successful school year with our last Chilton Family Blog, we celebrate the incredible growth of our students. Our 8th graders are ready to shine in high school, having achieved so much during their time with us. Each grade level has demonstrated remarkable progress, and we are immensely proud of their hard work and dedication. We are also thrilled to welcome new Bobcats to our community next year. Together, we will continue to strive for excellence, embrace new challenges, and support one another in our journey of learning and growth. Here's to a fantastic year ahead, filled with opportunities, achievements, and the unwavering Bobcat spirit! #WeRChilton #BobcatNation

Important Dates 

5/20: 8th Grade SunSplash Field Trip

5/21: Chilton Interactive Art Show

5/23: Spring Dance @ 3:30pm - 5:30pm

                                                                            

5/27: Memorial Day - No School

5/28 - 5/30: Minimum Days Release @ 12:55pm

5/29: 8th Grade Promotion Practice

5/29: 7th Grade SunSplash Field Trip 

5/30: 8th Grade Promotion @ 8:45am (dismissal after promotion)

5/30: Last Day of School 

Family Survey

As we finish off the 23-24 school year, our school and our site council need your feedback to help us continue to grow and improve next year. Please complete the Chilton Family Survey here to share your feedback with us. Thank you for all of your support for our young Bobcats!

Spring Dance

Our final dance is this Thursday, May 23rd! We are so excited to have our Bobcats hang out with their friends, take pictures, make memories, and of course dance! Please review the following information from our leadership class below:

TICKET SALES ARE ONLY DURING LUNCH! NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT THE DOOR!

• 5/20 @ lunch
• 5/21 @ lunch
• 5/22 @ lunch

DANCE RULES: 

• Know your ID, bring ID, and dance ticket for entry. 
• No food or drink in the gym.
• Walk at all times. Keep your hands/feet to self.
• No selling of purchased snack bar items.
• The gates to enter will close at 4:15. Be here by then. 
• Students must be able to show parent confirmation that they are able to leave the dance early, otherwise they must stay until the end of the dance, 5:30pm.

Chilton Art Show

Chilton will be holding an interactive Art Expo for all art students and their families.  All are welcome to attend and view artwork created by Chilton Art students, and also try out some of the art skills students learned this year.   

Refreshments will be served.

• May 21, 2024
• 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
• Chilton Campus, Rm. EX04 

Art students will be hosting stations at the Chilton Art Expo.  As a host, they will dress in historical attire (provided), and instruct Expo guests in an art skill they learned.  

8th Grade Promotion!

The Promotion Ceremony is on Thursday, May 30th 2024!

The ceremony will be held outside on the blacktop area behind the gym.  Chairs will be available for the students, but family members will need to bring their own chairs. There is plenty of space on the blacktop, track, and field so all of those who wish to attend may do so. No tickets are needed.

8th-grade students are dismissed from school after the promotion ceremony if they are accompanied by a parent or guardian.  All other students will remain on campus until 12:55.

To order pictures:

• Go to https://billsmithphoto.com/
• Select View My Images
• Select View/Order Sports & Event Photos
• Select CHILTON 8TH PROMOTION CEREMONY 5-30-24
• Select your package

Questions? Call (916)749-1026 and select Option 1 or email services@billsmithphoto.com

Yearbook Distribution

Dear Bobcat Families,

I hope this message finds you well. As we approach the end of the school year, I wanted to provide you with some important information regarding yearbook distribution and purchasing opportunities.

1. Last Day to Purchase a Yearbook: May 15th is the final day to purchase a yearbook for $60 through Jostens. If you haven't secured a copy yet, this is your last chance to do so online.
2. Ticket Distribution: On May 16th and/or May 17th tickets will be distributed during first period to all students who have purchased a yearbook. Students with personalized yearbooks will receive a pink paper ticket, while those with standard yearbook purchases will receive a green paper ticket. Students with library holds will receive a yellow paper ticket informing them of their purchase. However, their yearbooks will be held until their library holds have been cleared with the librarian. It's essential for students to hold onto these tickets until distribution day.
3. Yearbook Distribution Day: Yearbooks will be distributed to students during 1st and 2nd periods on May 23rd. Students must present their tickets to receive their yearbooks. Those who do not have their tickets will need to wait until Friday to see me to collect their yearbooks.
4. Late Purchases: If you miss the May 15th deadline and still wish to purchase a yearbook, limited quantities will be available for $60 cash on a first-come, first-served basis. Students may come see me before or after school in room 605 to purchase a yearbook.

Thank you for your attention to these details. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Best Regards,

Tracy Harms (tharms@rcsdk8.org)

Yearbook Advisor

Construction

We wanted to inform you about ongoing city construction at Westbrook and Solaire. Unfortunately, this means there will be no sidewalk available for students in that area. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.

Safety is our top priority, and we encourage all students and families to plan alternate routes to ensure a safe journey to and from school.

Library

Good morning Chilton parents, 

It is hard to believe that we are approaching the end of the year. This means that is is time to turn in textbooks and library books. 
Please speak with your student regarding any textbooks, library books, or outstanding fines that need to be paid.
All textbooks and library books are due Friday May 10th, and all Chromebooks will be collected on the following days

• 8th grade May 14 and 15

• 7th grade May 17 and 21

• 6th grade May 23 and May 24

Please check your email for any outstanding notices.
Invoices or fines that remain unpaid may lead to students being unable to participate in end of the year events, and receiving their yearbooks.

Thank you,
Chilton Librarian

24/25 Mobile Device Policy Update

Dear 6th and 7th Grade Chilton Families,

I am writing to inform you that the RCSD Board has recently approved a revised student mobile device policy. Starting on August 8, 2024 (the first day of the 2024-25 school year), students will not be allowed to use their personal mobile devices (including phones, smart watches, bluetooth headphones (such as AirPods), and personal tablets) once they have entered campus for the instructional day, and they cannot resume their use until after the last period of the day.

This change is being made based on research indicating that mobile devices can be a major source of distraction for students during school hours. For instance, a study published in the Journal of Educational Psychology found that students who used mobile devices during class experienced lower test scores and reported feeling more distracted than their peers who did not use devices. We also have found that the majority of our behavior issues on campus are tied to student mobile device usage. 

We understand this change may require adjustments, so RCSD has created a Family Information webpage with more details on the policy and the research behind it. You can find this webpage at rcsdk8.org/digital-resources. RCSD will also be hosting Family Information Nights and sharing resources over the summer and in the fall for families to learn more about student device and internet usage, and ask questions.

In classes on Friday, May 17th, teachers reviewed these slides with students to preview the change for the next school year.

Thank you for your support in helping us provide a focused and productive learning environment for our students.

Sincerely, 

Jeff Ancker, Principal 

Chilton Middle School

Community Happenings & Resources

Summer Camps!!! See the multiple camp opportunities and other available activities this summer in our area that is available to students and/or families!

• RHS Girls Volleyball Junior Tigers Clinic
• Summer Music Camp - South Placer Performing Arts
• West Park Water Polo Camp
• EnVision Volleyball Summer Clinic
• Oakmont Lacrosse Camp
• Oakmont Volleyball Camp
• Playful Mind Summer Camp
• Sierra Native Alliance Summer Camp
• Roseville City Splashball
• Summer Reading Challenge
• Summer Transportation 360
• Summer Youth Bus Pass
• The Park Basketball
• West Park Tennis Camp
• Woodcreek Basketball Camp
• West Park Soccer Summer Camp
• Youth Rembrandts Drawing Workshops
• Youth Rembrandts Baby Animals Workshop
• West Park Junior Panther Football and Cheer
• DREAM Classes 2024 Summer Camp
• UNR Camps 2024

Bobcat Bucks

Did you know your students can earn Bobcat Bucks every single day inside and outside the classroom? 🐾 Your student can earn them by being Safe, Responsible, and Respectful. The best part? Bobcat Bucks open the doors to the Student Store where students can redeem their Bobcat Bucks for snacks, swag, and skip the line passes! 

Encourage positive behaviors and let the adventure begin! 🎈🐾 

• 5/22 LAST Bobcat Buck Retrieval during 6th period

• 5/23 Bobcat Buck Store Closes

Student Store

Our online student store is now live! Currently, you have the option to purchase additional PE clothes and make athletic team donations. In the next several weeks, we may be adding more items to purchase.

Check out the store today! https://chiltonms.myschoolcentral.com/

Chilton Core Values

Chilton's May Core Value is REFLECTIVE. 

At Chilton:

We believe that individuals contemplate deeply and carefully about their actions,
attitudes and words for the purpose of setting goals for personal growth and
improvement.

Talk with your child about what REFLECTIVE means to your family!

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.

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.

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.

Please be reminded that our upcoming vacation days for Trimester 3 are:

• Monday, May 27th (Memorial Day)

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

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

Traffic Reminders

• Please follow all traffic and parking laws on and around our school to help safeguard our students.
• Please do not park in front of other's driveways, garages, or designated no parking areas around the campus (including the bus loop) and surrounding neighborhood.
• Please make sure to obey instructions from the Crossing Guards (California Vehicle Code 2815).

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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.

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Please make sure to safely pull forward as far as you can to keep traffic moving.

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Have your student meet you at your car further down the line rather than at the beginning of the parking lot. This will allow traffic to flow more efficiently. Please use these two lanes only to drop off and pick students up.

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.

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.

 School Spirit

   Make sure to wear your orange and blue every
   Friday to show school spirit!

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    Website:      https://chilton.rcsdk8.org/

    Location:     4501 Bob Doyle Drive, Roseville, CA, USA
    Phone:        (916) 771-1870
    Facebook:   facebook.com/RCSDChilton

    Instagram:  @rcsdchilton