Happy friday Timberwolves!
Good Morning Timberwolves!
**Have you lost a hoodie, jacket, water bottle or something else? Be sure to look in the lost and found in the commons to see if it’s there. Smaller items may be in the office. All unclaimed items will be donated after lunch this Friday!
**Play it Forward Fundraiser running currently: Hey Risdon families, our ASB students are doing a token fundraiser to buy more lunchtime sports equipment for all students to use out in the courtyard at the second half of lunches. All donations are welcome and the student that donates the most will get first dibs on using the equipment. Donations can be made at the ASB window with Mrs. Adamson: we take cash, check or card (No apple pay). Thank you.
**T-shirt Competition happening NOW- Hey Risdon! We need your help designing a 24/25 Risdon t-shirt! We are having an art design competition! Between now and Friday Risdon students and staff can enter a T-shirt design competition, and the winning design will be on a Risdon T-shirt that will be available for all to purchase. The design must have 3 or fewer solid colors, be Risdon-themed and would preferably be digitally made. You can enter the designs via links around the school or in your canvas pages from your Friday lessons. Will YOUR design be on RISDON’S FIRST EVER STUDENT DESIGNED T-SHIRT?
**Reminder to ALL Spirit Squad members- you must turn in your t-shirt and bow to Mrs. Adamson ASAP.
**REMINDER! If you need a bus pass you need to come during lunch with guardian permission. There will be NO bus passes written after dismissal.
**All students that are staying at school after-school hours must be at a club, athletic practice or other adult-led activity. Students cannot hang around the school unsupervised, after 2:35pm.
Upcoming Important Dates: 01/14 Basketball Semi-Finals, 01/15 iReady testing
AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
Lunch Today
Beef Soft Taco, Pizza, Corndog w/Fries
Deli Sandwich & Assorted Pal Packs
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- Wolfpack Important Information
January 9
Happy thursday Timberwolves!
Good Morning Timberwolves!
**Have you lost a hoodie, jacket, water bottle or something else? Be sure to look in the lost and found in the commons to see if it’s there. Smaller items may be in the office. All unclaimed items will be donated after lunch this Friday!
**Play it Forward Fundraiser running currently: Hey Risdon families, our ASB students are doing a token fundraiser to buy more lunchtime sports equipment for all students to use out in the courtyard at the second half of lunches. All donations are welcome and the student that donates the most will get first dibs on using the equipment. Donations can be made at the ASB window with Mrs. Adamson: we take cash, check or card (No apple pay). Thank you.
**T-shirt Competition happening NOW- Hey Risdon! We need your help designing a 24/25 Risdon t-shirt! We are having an art design competition! Between now and Friday Risdon students and staff can enter a T-shirt design competition, and the winning design will be on a Risdon T-shirt that will be available for all to purchase. The design must have 3 or fewer solid colors, be Risdon-themed and would preferably be digitally made. You can enter the designs via links around the school or in your canvas pages from your Friday lessons. Will YOUR design be on RISDON’S FIRST EVER STUDENT DESIGNED T-SHIRT?
**Reminder to ALL Spirit Squad members- you must turn in your t-shirt and bow to Mrs. Adamson ASAP.
**REMINDER! If you need a bus pass you need to come during lunch with guardian permission. There will be NO bus passes written after dismissal.
**All students that are staying at school after-school hours must be at a club, athletic practice or other adult-led activity. Students cannot hang around the school unsupervised, after 2:35pm.
Upcoming Important Dates: 01/14 Basketball Semi-Finals, 01/15 iReady testing
AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
Art Club - CANCELLED
Basketball Practices - Gym
Chess Club - 203-205
D & D Club - 203/205
Family Consumer Science Club - 186
Homework Center - Port. 1
Math Help Center - CANCELLED
Lunch Today
Chicken Drumstick w/Cornbread, Regular or Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Cheesy Breadsticks
Deli Sandwich & Assorted Pal Packs
January 8
Happy WEDNEsday Timberwolves!
Good Morning Timberwolves!
**Have you lost a hoodie, jacket, water bottle or something else? Be sure to look in the lost and found in the commons to see if it’s there. Smaller items may be in the office. All unclaimed items will be donated after lunch this Friday!
**MLK event practice is today after school.
**Sign Language will meet in the Library after school today. Everyone is welcome.
**Play it Forward Fundraiser running currently: Hey Risdon families, our ASB students are doing a token fundraiser to buy more lunchtime sports equipment for all students to use out in the courtyard at the second half of lunches. All donations are welcome and the student that donates the most will get first dibs on using the equipment. Donations can be made at the ASB window with Mrs. Adamson: we take cash, check or card (No apple pay). Thank you.
**T-shirt Competition happening NOW- Hey Risdon! We need your help designing a 24/25 Risdon t-shirt! We are having an art design competition! Between now and Friday Risdon students and staff can enter a T-shirt design competition, and the winning design will be on a Risdon T-shirt that will be available for all to purchase. The design must have 3 or fewer solid colors, be Risdon-themed and would preferably be digitally made. You can enter the designs via links around the school or in your canvas pages from your Friday lessons. Will YOUR design be on RISDON’S FIRST EVER STUDENT DESIGNED T-SHIRT?
**Reminder to ALL Spirit Squad members- you must turn in your t-shirt and bow to Mrs. Adamson ASAP.
**REMINDER! If you need a bus pass you need to come during lunch with guardian permission. There will be NO bus passes written after dismissal.
**All students that are staying at school after-school hours must be at a club, athletic practice or other adult-led activity. Students cannot hang around the school unsupervised, after 2:35pm.
Upcoming Important Dates: 01/08 iReady testing, 01/14 Basketball Semi-Finals, 01/15 iReady testing
AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
Lunch Today
Chicken Chow Mein, Hamburger or Cheeseburger, Cheesy Pull-Aparts
Deli Sandwich & Assorted Pal Packs
January 7
Happy tuesday Timberwolves!
Good Morning Timberwolves!
**Have you lost a hoodie, jacket, water bottle or something else? Be sure to look in the lost and found in the commons to see if it’s there. Smaller items may be in the office. All unclaimed items will be donated after lunch this Friday!
**MLK event practice is today after school.
**Sign Language will meet in the Library after school today. Everyone is welcome.
**Play it Forward Fundraiser running currently: Hey Risdon families, our ASB students are doing a token fundraiser to buy more lunchtime sports equipment for all students to use out in the courtyard at the second half of lunches. All donations are welcome and the student that donates the most will get first dibs on using the equipment. Donations can be made at the ASB window with Mrs. Adamson: we take cash, check or card (No apple pay). Thank you.
**T-shirt Competition happening NOW- Hey Risdon! We need your help designing a 24/25 Risdon t-shirt! We are having an art design competition! Between now and Friday Risdon students and staff can enter a T-shirt design competition, and the winning design will be on a Risdon T-shirt that will be available for all to purchase. The design must have 3 or fewer solid colors, be Risdon-themed and would preferably be digitally made. You can enter the designs via links around the school or in your canvas pages from your Friday lessons. Will YOUR design be on RISDON’S FIRST EVER STUDENT DESIGNED T-SHIRT?
**Reminder to ALL Spirit Squad members- you must turn in your t-shirt and bow to Mrs. Adamson ASAP.
**REMINDER! If you need a bus pass you need to come during lunch with guardian permission. There will be NO bus passes written after dismissal.
**All students that are staying at school after-school hours must be at a club, athletic practice or other adult-led activity. Students cannot hang around the school unsupervised, after 2:35pm.
Upcoming Important Dates: 01/08 iReady testing, 01/14 Basketball Semi-Finals, 01/15 iReady testing
AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
Basketball Practice - GYM
BSU Club - R165
MLK Event Practice - Stage
Math Help Center - F263
Lunch Today
Chicken Nuggets, Spicy or Regular Chicken Sandwich, Pizza
Deli Sandwich & Assorted Pal Packs
January 6
Happy monday Timberwolves!
Good Morning Timberwolves! HAPPY NEW YEAR!
**Have you lost a hoodie, jacket, water bottle or something else? Be sure to look in the lost and found in the commons to see if it’s there. Smaller items may be in the office. All unclaimed items will be donated after lunch this Friday!
**MLK event practice is tomorrow after school.
**Sign Language will meet in the Library after school tomorrow. Everyone is welcome.
**Play it Forward Fundraiser Starts TODAY - 1/6/25: Hey Risdon families, our ASB students are doing a token fundraiser to buy more lunchtime sports equipment for all students to use out in the courtyard at the second half of lunches. All donations are welcome and the student that donates the most will get first dibs on using the equipment. Donations can be made at the ASB window with Mrs. Adamson: we take cash, check or card (No apple pay). Thank you.
**REMINDER! If you need a bus pass you need to come during lunch with guardian permission. There will be NO bus passes written after dismissal.
**All students that are staying at school after-school hours must be at a club, athletic practice or other adult-led activity. Students cannot hang around the school unsupervised, after 2:35pm.
Upcoming Important Dates: 01/08 iReady testing, 01/14 Basketball Semi-Finals, 01/15 iReady testing
AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
Basketball Practice - GYM
Drama Club - Stage
Gamers Club - R160
Trading Cards Club - F260
Lunch Today
Cook's Choice
Deli Sandwich & Assorted Pal Packs
December 20
Happy friday Timberwolves!
Good Morning Timberwolves!
**Spirit Week - This Week**
Let’s celebrate the holidays and our last week of school for 2024 with a Spirit Week!
Today is Festive Fashion Friday: Make sure to wear your holiday gear from your favorite holiday.
**Congratulations to both our Girls and Boys Basketball teams. They won yesterday against Nelsen. Have a great break, get lots of rest and remember the first week back after break we have practice Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday; no games that week.
**NO CLUBS/CENTERS/SPORTS AFTER SCHOOL. EVERYONE SHOULD HEAD HOME AND HAVE A WONDERFUL AND SAFE WINTER BREAK.**
**REMINDER! If you need a bus pass you need to come during lunch with guardian permission. There will be NO bus passes written after dismissal.
**All students that are staying at school after-school hours must be at a club, athletic practice or other adult-led activity. Students cannot hang around the school unsupervised, after 2:35pm.
Upcoming Important Dates:12/16-12/20 Spirit Week, 12/23 - 01/03 Winter Break - No School, 01/06 Return to School
AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
Lunch Today
Corn Dog w/Fries, Pizza, Cook's Choice
Deli Sandwich & Assorted Pal Packs
December 19
Happy thursday Timberwolves!
Good Morning Timberwolves!
**Today is Ms.Rosy's Birthday. When you see her don't forget to wish her a happy birthday!
**Today is the Winter Gingerbread House decorating competition! If you are signed up please head to Ms. Wilson's room, 186 after school. Materials will be provided for decoration and winter fun!
**Spirit Week - This Week**
Let’s celebrate the holidays and our last week of school for 2024 with a Spirit Week!
Today is Tropical Vacation vs Winter Vacation: Dress up for the beach or for a SNOW-STORM!!
And finally, Friday is Festive Fashion Friday: Make sure to wear your holiday gear from your favorite holiday.
**Risdon Basketball games are at home today vs Nelsen. Girls play at 3:00 and Boys play at 4:15. If you plan to attend the games please line up along the brick/gym wall outside and await entry.
**Reminder to ALL Spirit Squad members- you must turn in your t-shirt and bow to Mrs. Adamson by today.
**Homework Center will resume for this trimester. It will run Thursdays only, in Portable 1, with Mr. Johnson.
**REMINDER! If you need a bus pass you need to come during lunch with guardian permission. There will be NO bus passes written after dismissal.
**All students that are staying at school after-school hours must be at a club, athletic practice or other adult-led activity. Students cannot hang around the school unsupervised, after 2:35pm.
Upcoming Important Dates:12/16-12/20 Spirit Week, 12/23 - 01/03 Winter Break - No School, 01/06 Return to School
AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
Art Club - 141
Chess Club - 203/205
D & D Club - 203/205
Homework Center - Portable 1
Math Help Center - R161
Lunch Today
Chicken Bites, Spicy/Regular Chicken Sandwich, Cheese Breadsticks
Deli Sandwich & Assorted Pal Packs
December 18
Happy wednesday Timberwolves!
Good Morning Timberwolves!
**Today we are celebrating Ms. Kreal's Birthday. Her birthday is over the break, so if you get a chance, please wish her a happy birthday!
**Let's get in the holiday spirit this Thursday, with our Winter Gingerbread House decorating competition! This activity will take place after school in Ms. Wilson's room, 186. Sign up with the QR codes posted around the school on our posters. Materials will be provided for decoration and winter fun! Sign up quickly to secure a spot in this festive faceoff! We hope to see you there!! Use the links sent home or on the posters around the school.
**Spirit Week - This Week**
Let’s celebrate the holidays and our last week of school for 2024 with a Spirit Week!
Today is a Winter Wonderland White-Out: Wear all, or as much, white as you can.
Thursday Tropical Vacation vs Winter Vacation: Dress up for the beach or for a SNOW-STORM!!
And finally, Friday is Festive Fashion Friday: Make sure to wear your holiday gear from your favorite holiday.
**Risdon Basketball games are at home tomorrow vs Nelsen tomorrow. Girls play at 3:00 and Boys play at 4:15. If you plan to attend the games please line up along the brick/gym wall outside and await entry.
MOD Pizza Night - Come tonight and support the Risdon PTA at MOD Pizza in the Newcastle Commons. When ordering, use code: MODGIVES25 Valid at Newcastle Commons location only for dine in, pick up or delivery.Proceeds go to Risdon Middle School PTA to help us support students, teachers, and our school community!
**Homework Center will resume for this trimester. It will run Thursdays only, in Portable 1, with Mr. Johnson.
**REMINDER! If you need a bus pass you need to come during lunch with guardian permission. There will be NO bus passes written after dismissal.
**All students that are staying at school after-school hours must be at a club, athletic practice or other adult-led activity. Students cannot hang around the school unsupervised, after 2:35pm.
Upcoming Important Dates:12/16-12/20 Spirit Week, 12/23 - 01/03 Winter Break - No School, 01/06 Return to School
AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
Lunch Today
Orange Chicken over Rice, Grilled Cheese, Hamburger/Cheeseburger
Deli Sandwich & Assorted Pal Packs
December 17
Happy tuesday Timberwolves!
Good Morning Timberwolves!
**Let's get in the holiday spirit this Thursday, with our Winter Gingerbread House decorating competition! This activity will take place after school in Ms. Wilson's room, 186. Sign up with the QR codes posted around the school on our posters. Materials will be provided for decoration and winter fun! Sign up quickly to secure a spot in this festive faceoff! We hope to see you there!! Use the links sent home or on the posters around the school.
**Spirit Week - This Week**
Let’s celebrate the holidays and our last week of school for 2024 with a Spirit Week!
Today is Family Photo Day: Dress up & match with your friends (not sure who to match with, match with everyone and wear blue!)
Wednesday is a Winter Wonderland White-Out: Wear all or as much white as you can.
Thursday Tropical Vacation vs Winter Vacation: Dress up for the beach or for a SNOW-STORM!!
And finally, Friday is Festive Fashion Friday: Make sure to wear your holiday gear from your favorite holiday.
**Risdon Basketball games are AT McKnight today. Girls play at 3:00 and Boys play at 4:15. If you plan to attend the games you MUST have an adult with you. Go Timberwolves. Reminder to Basketball players and managers - Go to your 6th period class and wait for the announcement to come down to the commons.
**If you have read 2 or more Evergreen award books, please see Ms. Pender today.
**Homework Center will resume for this trimester. It will run Thursdays only, in Portable 1, with Mr. Johnson.
**REMINDER! If you need a bus pass you need to come during lunch with guardian permission. There will be NO bus passes written after dismissal.
**All students that are staying at school after-school hours must be at a club, athletic practice or other adult-led activity. Students cannot hang around the school unsupervised, after 2:35pm.
Upcoming Important Dates:12/16-12/20 Spirit Week, 12/23 - 01/03 Winter Break - No School, 01/06 Return to School
AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
BSU Club - R165
Math Help Center - M233
Lunch Today
Chicken Tenders w/TaterTots, Pizza, Spicy/Regular Chicken Sandwich
Deli Sandwich & Assorted Pal Packs
December 16
Happy monday Timberwolves!
Good Morning Timberwolves!
**Hey Risdon students today is the day! Your ASB will be hosting a movie after school and providing free hot cocoa and popcorn! The first 35 people to sign up on the QR Codes around the school will be able to watch the Grinch! We will be watching it in room 203/205 and hope to see you there!
**Attention 6th Graders - Don't forget to purchase your ticket to the PAWS party, tomorrow from 2:45 - 4pm, in the Forest Hall. There will be crafts, games, snacks and more. You must purchase your ticket at the ASB window in order to attend, the cost is 20 PAWS points. You can only purchase one ticket per person and the max number of tickets being sold is 80, so get your ticket now! (sales will end at then end of lunch Tuesday, if not sold out prior)
**Let's get in the holiday spirit this Thursday, with our Winter Gingerbread House decorating competition! This activity will take place after school in Ms. Wilson's room, 186. Sign up with the QR codes posted around the school on our posters. Materials will be provided for decoration and winter fun! Sign up quickly to secure a spot in this festive faceoff! We hope to see you there!! Use the links sent home or on the posters around the school.
**Spirit Week - This Week**
Let’s celebrate the holidays and our last week of school for 2024 with a Spirit Week!
Today is Polar Express: Wear your comfy pajamas or clothes!
Tuesday is Family Photo: Dress up & match with your friends (not sure who to match with, match with everyone and wear blue!)
Wednesday is a Winter Wonderland White-Out: Wear all or as much white as you can.
Thursday Tropical Vacation vs Winter Vacation: Dress up for the beach or for a SNOW-STORM!!
And finally, Friday is Festive Fashion Friday: Make sure to wear your holiday gear from your favorite holiday.
**Homework Center will resume for this trimester. It will run Thursdays only, in Portable 1, with Mr. Johnson.
**REMINDER! If you need a bus pass you need to come during lunch with guardian permission. There will be NO bus passes written after dismissal.
**All students that are staying at school after-school hours must be at a club, athletic practice or other adult-led activity. Students cannot hang around the school unsupervised, after 2:35pm.
Upcoming Important Dates:12/16-12/20 Spirit Week, 12/23 - 01/03 Winter Break - No School, 01/06 Return to School
AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
Drama Club - CANCELLED
Gamers Club - CANCELLED
Helping Hands Coalition - R168
Math Help Center - CANCELLED
Spirit Club - 132
Trading Club - CANCELLED
Lunch Today
Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich, French Bread Pizza, Hamburger/Cheeseburger
Deli Sandwich & Assorted Pal Packs
Wolfpack Important Information
WELCOME TIMBERWOLVES!
WOLFPACK DAYS 2024 INFORMATION
Wolfpack Days will be held August 19th and 20th. Be on the lookout for our summer letter, it should be arriving in your mailbox soon! There are documents included that need to be signed and returned.
SKYWARD FAMILY ACCESS
EMERGENCY AND STUDENT INFORMATION FORMS
Student’s personal Emergency Form & Student Information Form must be updated and turned in in order to pick up your student’s schedule for the coming school year. Accurate forms are critical, as they provide the information we need to support and ensure the safety of your student while in our care. These forms must be on file before a student may be released from school (due to illness or an early dismissal), to be able to participate in sports or other extracurricular activities, and in order to attend field trips.
FEES, PURCHASES, and PAYMENTS
All fees and purchases should be paid online. Families can pay the District's school supply fee*, pre-load your student’s lunch account, and pay any elective class fees. You may also choose to purchase any or all of the following items: an ASB card (for students who play sports and/or attend non-academic after-school activities), yearbook. If you have more than one student, you will be able to pay for all of them at the same time. We can offer the following methods of payment in person if needed on the day of; cash or check (best for avoid long lines), or credit/debit card. https://wa-renton.intouchreceipting.com/
WOLFPACK DAYS CHECK LIST:
Enter through the Commons doors and turn in your student’s updated and signed Emergency Form, Student Information Annual Update Form, and Immunization Records. Once these forms are turned in, you will receive your student’s class schedule.
After receiving your student’s class schedule, you may go to the stations listed below in any order.
CLUBS & SPORTS: Learn about the different ASB activities at Risdon, including after school sports teams and clubs. https://risdon.rentonschools.us/athletics/rms-sports-information **Please note- Sports Physicals will be required to participate in any athletics in the Renton School District moving forward- this includes the Middle School & High School. Registration information for School Athletics can be found here: https://www.rentonschools.us/learning-and-teaching/athletics-and-activities/athletic-registration Soccer try-outs begin the second week of school.
LUNCH ACCOUNT: Meet our Nutrition Specialist and find out about our breakfast, lunch, and snack programs. You may prepay on your student’s lunch account at this time and/or pick up an application for the Federal Free & Reduced Lunch Program. IMPORTANT: These forms must be filled out (once per family) and submitted each year to qualify. https://www.rentonschools.us/departments/nutrition-services-warehouse/meal-applications
PICTURES: Pictures will not be taken at Wolfpack Days this year. We will take all student pictures on September 11th and will update with order info as soon as we have it.
PTA: Check out the PTA table and join today to support your school community! https://risdonmiddleschoolpta.memberplanet.com/
PAYMENTS: Payments for class fees, lunches, ASB card and school supplies can be made here: https://wa-renton.intouchreceipting.com/
TRANSPORTATION: Bus routing information will be emailed from the district a few days prior to the start of school. More information available here: https://www.rentonschools.us/departments/support-services/transportation
If you have any questions please call the main office: 425-204-2700
**OFFICE SUMMER HOURS: The front office will re-open August 12th, hours will be 8:00am - 3pm. Due to staff training we will be closed until 1pm on August 22nd**