Red Bud Middle School

This week at The Bud.

RBMS Yearbook sales are going on now. They are currently $30.00 which is the lowest price of the year. Prices will increase throughout the year according to the following schedule: $30.00 through September 30th $35.00 through October 31st $40.00 through January 13th $45.00 through May Purchases must be made online at www.yearbookordercenter.com Red Bud's Order. number is 13961. No cash or checks will be accepted. *You are able to share photos and purchase 8th grade ads at the yearbook order center website as well.

Get ready to embark on an incredible learning adventure because TOMORROW is the first day of school! We're so excited to welcome back our amazing students and greet new faces with open arms. Teachers and staff are all set to make tomorrow a day to remember. Let's make it count! Also, when you post those first day of school photos make sure you tag us! Use the hashtag #GoCoFirstDay or email them to kpannell@gcbe.org. We will be featuring back to school photos on our social media channels and the September issue of the Gordon County Schools Connection newsletter. Parents and families - thank you for entrusting us with your children's education. We promise to make this school year unforgettable! #GoCoSchools #OneBIGFamily

The very first “Bud Bulletin” for 2023-2024. We look forward to a great year! ❤️🖤

Parents of 7th graders: See the photo for vaccination update information.

🚍 It's back-to-school season, and that means it's time to brush up on school bus safety! Let's ensure our kids have a safe and enjoyable journey to school every day. 🎒📚 SCHOOL BUS SAFETY TIPS - AT THE BUS STOP: •Arrive at the bus stop five minutes before the bus is scheduled to come. •Wait at the bus stop in a safe place, 12 feet away from the road. •Wait in an orderly group: Form an orderly line as the bus approaches, with the first student in line standing 12 feet away from traffic. •If you miss the bus, return home and get help or phone a parent/guardian for assistance •NEVER chase after the bus. •NEVER wear headphones/ear buds or hoodies while loading or unloading the bus: the driver needs to be able to make eye contact and communicate. •NEVER walk or drive to another bus stop:your bus driver will not be expecting you. #SchoolBusSafety #GoCoSchools #OneBIGFamily

📢 Attention parents and families! Don't miss out on the opportunity to apply for free and reduced meal benefits for your child. It's a simple process that can provide significant support. Visit our website by visiting www.gcbe.org/mealapplications for more information. #MoreThanJustAMeal #GoCoSchools #GCSN

We are looking forward to seeing you this summer! All Mobile routes will start at 11am and run to 1pm- times will vary on their arrive to their designated stop! **LISTEN for the HONKING Horns and look for School buses or Vans. Parents/guardians, find out where your child/children can get healthy, daily meals this summer. There are multiple programs that offer summer meals at no cost. Check all these sources to see if there is a meal distribution site in your area. Those who are looking for summer meal sites can easily find locations through their cell phone or online. Options include: * Text “FOODGA” to 877877 from a mobile phone beginning June 1 and be provided geographically based results on the closest sites. * Visit GeorgiaFoodBankAssociation.org for a GPS-enabled map of the closet sites. * Dial 1-866-3-HUNGRY (1-866-348-6479) to find locations. * https://ww​​w.fns.usda.gov/meals4kids

Any student interested in running cross country for RBMS next year can sign up for the summer workout Remind by texting @redbudxc to 81010.

On Wednesday, RBMS 8th grade students celebrated the end of middle school with pizza and dodgeball!

Honors Day Times Tuesday, May 23 6th Grade: 9:00 AM 7th Grade: 1:00 PM Wednesday, May 24 8th Grade: 9:30 AM Invitations will be sent to students who will be receiving an award.

Congratulations to the following girls on making the RBMS volleyball team! JV Purity Busie, Amiyah Carter, Karly Cohea, Candence Davis, Veronica Haddox, Emery Knight, Macy Lusk, Brynn Massengill, Sarai Moran, Preslie Parish, Hunter Pickrell, & Chloe Waters Varsity Elizabeth Cady, Brylee Cordell, Ni Cuai, Alli Guyton, Paityn Goldston, Rose Par, & Itzel Rebollar

RBMS Parents and Guardians: If your child is turning 15 over the summer and plans to test for their learner's license, they are required to show a certificate of attendance from the school. Please scan the QR code to request this now as no one will be available to process this over the summer.

All library books are due back to the RBMS Media Center by Friday, May 12!

Congratulations to RBMS 7th grader, Seth Carr, for winning the Ga State FFA Middle School Record Book competition. Seth was awarded for accurately logging hours he operated, maintained, and repaired equipment on his family farm. He had to submit his goals, accomplishments, and skills learned through this experience and was awarded last week on the stage in front of more than 6000 FFA members.

This week, Red Bud Middle welcomed our upcoming 6th grade students for orientation. 5th grade students from Fairmount, Belwood, Sonoraville and Red Bud Elementary schools toured the RBMS campus and learned more about what to expect in middle school. We look forward to these students joining us next school year!

Congratulations to our teacher and staff member for the month of March! Donald Casey – Mr. Casey is a veteran teacher who is constantly adjusting his instruction to best meet the needs of all students, has served on various committees, helps staff with all technology needs without hesitation, builds great relationships with students, and can brighten anyone’s day with his remarkable sense of humor and sarcasm. Maliyah Peace – Maliyah has been an amazing addition to our family here at RBMS and works exceptionally hard in the classes she works in to make sure that students succeed. She also works very hard to help coach our ladies' basketball team, making an effort to give back to the programs that she loved so much as a student herself.

This week at RBMS...

Parents: Spring Standardized Testing is May 1-17. See the included testing calendar for your child's specific testing days. Let’s work together and make your child’s experience positive and successful! Here are some suggestions you can do to help every day: ✔ Ensure your child arrives to school on time each day. ✔ Have your child eat a healthy breakfast at home or at school. Remember: School breakfast is currently free for all students. ✔ Ensure your child gets a good night’s sleep. ✔ Encourage them to do their best. Please note: All electronic devices—smart phones, smart watches, wireless earbuds, etc.—should be left at home. Any item brought to school must be powered off and turned into the homeroom teacher.

Spring Break April 3-7