IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER Monday, August 14 - WEB Leader Training Day - Leaders only 8:45am - 2pm Tuesday, August 15 - WEB Orientation 7:55am - 10:30am - (6th Graders and WEB Leaders) Wednesday, August 16 - "Visit the School" Days & Picture Day Suggested times : 7th Graders 8am-10am 6th Graders 10am-12 noon 8th Graders 1pm-3pm Wednesday, August 16 - NEW Family Orientation - LGI Room 12-12:30pm for families new to the district Tuesday, August 22 - Make-up "Visit the School" Day - same times as above - No pictures will be taken on this day Monday, August 28 - First Day of School - Half day classes dismiss 10:40am Tuesday, August 29 - First full day of school 7:25am - 2:22pm Friday, September 1 - NO SCHOOL - Labor Day Recess Monday, September 4 - NO SCHOOL - Labor Day Recess Tuesday, September 5 - Classes Resume full day of school
Welcome back students to the 2023-24 school year! Classes start on Monday, August 28, 2023. To access the entire 2023-24 school calendar, please visit the RCS website. We hope you had a wonderful summer!!
Welcome to the 2023-2024 school year! We would like to share important information regarding Annual Verification, "Visit the School" days, school pictures, and more. Annual Verification RCS Annual Verification is now open in ParentVUE. An email containing instructions and links has been sent out. As part of the annual verification process, you will have the opportunity to update your child's Emergency Contacts, health information, waivers, parent telephone numbers and email addresses. For more information and instructions please visit the RCS ParentVUE help page. "Visit the School" Days Wednesday, August 16 (Suggested times: 7th graders from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., 6th graders from 10:00 a.m. to noon; 8th graders from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.) Tuesday, August 22 (Suggested times are the same as above. No school pictures will be taken August 22. Make-up Picture Day is September 7th.) "Visit the School Day" To-Do List
Pick up student schedules (outside Counseling Office) *Please note: Schedules are subject to change. Students should check their final schedule the day before school starts.
Drop off medication, Medical Action Plans, etc. (outside Counseling Office)
Pick up a building map (outside Counseling Office or on the counter in the Main Office)
Have school pictures taken (in the Media Center) - August 16th only!
Drop off Health Physicals for students who plan to participate in sports at Hart, in the Main Office.
Load lockers, practice using locker combinations, walk class schedules
Buy Hart Spirit Wear (Student Council table outside Cafeteria)
PTSA PTSA membership supports our students and teachers in many ways throughout the school year. Attending PTSA meetings is a wonderful way to become involved, get to know other parents, and work with our leadership to support our school. Please click here Hart PTSA Parent Flyer 2023.pdf for information about our PTSA and how to join. Student Schedules Students will pick up a copy of their schedule, which includes locker assignments and locker combinations, on the "Visit the School" days August 16th and August 22nd. Schedules will be available in StudentVUE and ParentVUE prior to the first day of school. Families will be notified when they are available online. School Pictures Photographers will be in Hart's Media Center from 8:00 a.m. to noon, and 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on "Visit the School" Day August 16th. *Pictures will not be taken between noon and 1:00 p.m. on August 16th. Picture Make-up Day is September 7th during the regular school day. Picture Re-Take Day is October 3rd during the regular school day. Registration Information Hart's Registration information and documents are now active on our website! Just visit the Hart homepage, hover over the "About Us" tab at the top of the page, and click on "2023-2024 Registration Information" to access all information related to Registration. The documents can also be accessed by clicking on the links below. REGISTRATION DOCUMENTS: Registration Letter 2023 2024.pdf (*please read*) HEALTH ISSUES.pdf PhysicalForm.pdf Picture Order Form & Flyer 2023 2024.pdf Yearbook Order Information.pdf Hart PTSA Parent Flyer 2023.pdf *Note: If your child will NOT be attending Hart for the 2023-2024 school year please contact Ann Maloney in the Hart Counseling Office (248-726-4521, or [email protected]), to let us know as soon as possible. Thank you! We are looking forward to a great school year! Allison Roberts, Principal Michael Bennion, Assistant Principal Herb Goliday, Assistant Principal
Help Hart win $1,000 by having the most participants at the Hometown Hustle! There will be an elementary, middle and high school winner.
*RCS Chromebooks are specifically designed for educational purposes and are built with durability as a priority. However, it's important to note that the damages described below exceed the coverage provided by Dell's warranty guidelines and are beyond the effects of typical usage. Cracked screen, motherboard failure $130 Lost, damaged, non-Dell charger replacement $40 Other damage (keyboard, bent hinges, cracked case) $25 Lost device $300
You can make payment for the Chromebook replacement fee via cash, check (made out to RCS), or credit card. Please be aware that pricing is subject to change based on market availability. It's important to note that non Dell-branded products and accessories, including chargers, are not accepted and will void the warranty. Fees will apply if such items require replacement.
Current RCS Students Now is an ideal time to ensure your child's Chromebook is prepared for the upcoming school year. Follow the steps below to check its functionality:
Perform a visual inspection of the device, looking for any signs of damage such as a cracked screen or case, bent hinges or ports, objects stuck in ports, or missing/stuck keyboard keys.
Please be aware that the damages mentioned will negatively affect the performance of the device and may hinder its successful use for daily activities and testing. Also note that these damages go beyond the coverage provided by Dell's warranty guidelines and are not typical effects of regular usage. As a result, fees may apply for repairs or replacements. More information regarding fees is provided below.
Locate the original Dell charger provided and connect it to the Chromebook to give it a thorough charge.
Turn on the Chromebook and verify that your student's name appears in the upper right corner of the screen. This information can be seen without logging in.
Visit a website with audio to confirm that the speakers are working. Additionally, plug in earbuds or a headset to ensure the audio port is functional.
Type into a Google doc to check the keyboard's functionality.
Delete old files to create additional space for this year's coursework.
By following these steps, you can ensure your child's Chromebook is in optimal condition for the school year ahead. If your Chromebook requires repair, please bring it along with the original Dell charger to the deployment, where you can exchange it for a functioning device (*fees may be applicable).
Girls Basketball Try-Outs
Try-outs for 7th and 8th grade Girls Basketball are coming up! The schedule for try-outs: Tuesday, August 29th 2:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. Wednesday, August 30th 2:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. Thursday, August 31st 2:45 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. Please note:
All students trying out must have a current health physical (dated 4/15/23 or later) on file at Hart prior to the first try-out.
Students trying out must bring a water bottle, and appropriate athletic attire.
7th and 8th grade Hart students are invited to try out for our Sideline Cheer teams. The schedule for try-outs: Tuesday, August 29th 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 30th 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thursday, August 31st 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Information for students trying out:
All students trying out must have a current health physical (dated 4/15/23 or later) on file prior to the first try-out.
Students must bring a water bottle, and appopriate athletic attire.
Registration for the RCS Hart Middle School Cross Country Team for 6th through 8th graders is coming soon! Our team's overall focus is on health, and to grow as a team, encouraging one another. Let's bring out our best every day!
Schedule: Please take a moment to check out the attached Calendar of practices, special events and Meets, which can be accessed by clicking on the following link: Hart Middle School Cross Country Fall 2023.pdf
Practices: Beginning August 29th, we will practice after school Monday through Friday from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Meets: We will participate in Meets around Oakland County. There will be five Meets during the season, and one Regional Qualifying Meet to end the season.
Transportation to/from Meets: Transportation to/from Meets is NOT provided, so we highly recommend car-pooling.
Uniforms: Students who participated in Hart Cross Country and/or Track & Field last school year can use their same jersey. A link to order a new Cross Country jersey and hoodie will be available soon.
Team Information: Students participating in Cross Country 2023 MUST join the Google Classroom: Hart Cross Country for many updates throughout the season. Please join using code: QHXFM56.
Payment:The RCS Pay-to-Participate link will be coming soon. The cost is $100 per middle school athlete. (Reduced fees are available for students who qualify for Free or Reduced Lunch for the 2023-2024 school year)
Hart Middle School RCS web-site More detailed information can be found on the Hart Middle School homepage by clicking here. Check out the SOCIAL MEDIA tab for daily news happening around Hart. You might see a familiar face or two!
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