Dear Students, Families, and Staff,
February is a time for appreciation and kindness, and we encourage everyone to take a moment to remind our students how special they are. A simple word of encouragement can go along way in showing them how valued they are in our community!

Today, we proudly celebrate our incredible students and the many achievements that highlight their dedication, curiosity, and passion for learning. From developing new skills in sign language to creating rainbow scopes, from exploring coding as future innovators to excelling in academics, sports, and the arts-our students continue to amaze us with their talents and perseverance. 

We also recognize the milestones that make this year so special: awards, ceremonies that honor student excellence, the hard work of our new graduates, and the commitment of our teachers who inspire and guide every step of the way! Additionally, our freshmen and sophomores  have embraced opportunities for growth through our Day of Understanding, fostering deeper connections and awareness within our school community.  
Let's celebrate our students' ! 




Page One: Rim’s Edge of Excellence Newsletter; February 14th, 2025-Let’s Stay Informed! Come Join Us at the Next.. School Board Meeting.; Date of Public Hearing: February 20th, 2025 Time: 5:30 p.m. Place: Rim of the World Unified School District District Office. If you are unable to attend in Person, watch the meeting live on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@rowusdschools/streams
Page Two: INSPIRATION! From ROWUSD Superintendent, Dr. Paul Sevillano: Dear Parents, Students, & Staff, I am pleased to announce that every school in our district is now equipped with a fully operational generator!  This means that power shutoffs will no longer disrupt learning, and we will not have to miss school days due to power outages in the future!  At ROWUSD,  we are committed to ensuring our students and staff have a safe, stable, and uninterrupted learning environment, no matter the circumstances.    Our schools are more than places of learning-they are communities where students are supported, challenged, and inspired to reach their fullest potential.  I want to extend my gratitude to everyone who made this possible, from our dedicated facilities team to our supportive community. Thank you for  your continued partnership in making our schools stronger and more resilient and for being an important part of ROWUSD.
Page Three: Dates to Remember/ PLC & Modified Days February  19th, 26th/ February 14th, 2025 Valentine’s Day/February 17th, 2025 -No School- Presidents’ Day!
Page Four: ROWUSD District Goals in Action: Community Schools At ROWUSD, we are dedicated to ensuring that every student has the tools and support they need to succeed! Community Schools are a vital part of this commitment, offering much more than academics. Our schools serve as hubs of opportunity, providing additional resources such as tutoring, counseling, after-school programs, the Elementary Reading Literacy with Retirees Initiative, and our engaging Saturday Academy.; We are pleased to share an update on our district’s progress towards the district applying for the Community Schools Implementation Grant. We officially submitted the grant application on February 7th, 2025, and anticipate receiving results by the end of March or early April.  While we await the outcome, we remain optimistic about the potential funding and the positive impact it could have on our schools and community.  This grant represents an exciting opportunity to expand our programs, introduce new initiatives that enhance student learning, promote inclusivity, and strengthen the support available to families.  With these additional resources, we can further address the academic, social, and emotional needs of our students-ensuring they continue to thrive in a safe and welcoming environment.  We appreciate everyone who participated in School Site Councils, COST committee meetings and our school’s leadership efforts that have been instrumental in moving forward with the grant application. Your dedication and collaboration is a key in shaping a stronger and more connected school community! Stay tuned for updates as we await approval, and thank you for being part of this exciting journey!
Page Five: Saturday Academy: ROWUSD Saturday Academy: When: February 22nd, 2025 from 8 am to 12:15 pm at VOE, CHE, LAE, MPH, and RHS. About: Saturday Academy is open to students interested in additional support and enrichment opportunities. Please fill out the Google Form to Sign Up and reserve your spot. Breakfast and lunch will be served.  No Transportation will be provided.  Benefits: Focus on Literacy,  Targeted Interventions, and Academic Enrichment.  For more information-Email Torri Burke at Torri_Burke@rimsd.k12.ca.us Please sign up by Wednesday,  February 19th, 2025 through the Google Form. This Google Form link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe6a93jsRBmf00p19YNxoDK0EpOLcjZPTRgjGMWgW6RJQbp3A/viewform?usp=dialog
Page: LAE ELOP-LAE students participated in their first ASL (American Sign Language) lesson after school! They learned letters, numbers, and simple words-thanks to our amazing ASL volunteer, Nicole! A HUGE thank you for share this valuable skill-more ASL lessons coming soon!
Page :  VOE: Thanks to the amazing efforts of ‘Early Act’ VOE has a brand-new net!!! Whether its a friendly game or just some fun in the sun, our students now have a refreshed space to enjoy!!! Way to Go-Early Act!
Page: VOE ELOP: Expanded Learning Opportunities Program-Students at VOE got hands-on with RAINBOW SCOPES, special devices that break light into its many colors-just like a rainbow! They explored the SCIENCE behind LIGHT and COLOR, making learning bright & exciting!
Page: CHE Students spread ‘Kindness’ in a BIG WAY!  Each class added stars to celebrate the incredible acts of kindness they completed throughout Kindness week! Their efforts lit up the school with Positivity & Compassion- Way to Go, CHE Students!! Ms. Miller’s 5th Grade class embraced kindness by ‘filling each other’s buckets’ with thoughtful gestures! Students shared “Caught in the Act” notes, heartfelt “Thank Yous” and uplifting “You Are Awesome Because” messages!  With the support of 5th Grade  Student Teacher Mrs. Smith, they helped spread ‘Kindness’ throughout CHE. WAY TO GO KINDNESS CHAMPIONS
Page: CHE: Celebrating Lincoln’s Birthday in Kindergarten !/ Mrs. D’Avignon’s K-Class honored Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday by learning all about our 16th President! Students created a circle map to organize their newfound knowledge and wrote about what they learned! Great Job, Kinder Historians!!!!
Page: CHE: 3rd Graders in Mrs. Armellini & Mrs. Serrano’s classes took on the role of Civil Engineers in an exciting STEM activity! Working in pairs, they designed & built bridges using toothpicks, marshmallows, & spice drops, applying engineering concepts in a FUN and interactive way! Students created blueprints, collaborated on their designs, and made revisions to ensure their structures were sturdy enough to support  “Larry the Worm” This engaging project tied into their classroom studies on decomposition & worms, reinforcing key scientific concepts through hands-on learning. Great Job, Young Engineers!
Page: CHE ELOP: Expanded Learning Opportunities Program-ELOP-Future Coders at CHE practiced their coding skills using Indi Cars. They created patterns, solved challenges, and put their PROBLEM-SOLVING abilities to the test. Who knew learning to code could be so much fun? Way to Go ELOP Students! Keep Exploring, Creating, and Learning!!!
Page: Mary Putnam Henck Intermediate: The first (top) picture captures our amazing 6th grade Awards Ceremony, where students were recognized for their hard work and achievements!! The second picture (bottom) highlights our 7th grade Awards Ceremony, celebrating another fantastic group of students and their dedication!! Keep up the GREAT WORK, everyone!!!
Page: RIM High School Teacher Recognition!!; Congratulations to Adrian Williams and his AP Computer Science program. RHS has earned the COllege Board AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award for achieving high female representation in AP Computer Science Principles  (CSP).   Schools honored with an AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award have expanded access to AP computer science courses for female students in their communities.  This is a recognition given to less than 5% of schools nationwide.  ‘Congratulations Adrian’  for this amazing recognition!!!
Page: Winter Sports at Rim High School have wrapped up their regular season and we are thrilled that THREE of our incredible teams are heading to the playoffs! Girls Soccer, Boys Soccer, and Wrestling !A HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to our talented athletes for making it this far! Let’s show our RIM PRIDE and support them as they compete to the Next Level!! Go RIM!!!
Page: RHS Spotlight- Days of Understanding: Days of Understanding happened last week and was a huge success! If your student is a freshman or sophomore, speak with them about the experience. We hosted this event to build connections between students and strengthen the culture of our campus. This event involved an assembly for our freshmen on Thursday and ended with a day of activities with our sophomores on Friday. We look forward to continuing this program as years progress.
Page: RIM SPORTS: Winter Sports at Rim High School have wrapped up their regular season and we are thrilled that THREE of our incredible teams are heading to the playoffs! Girls Soccer, Boys Soccer, and Wrestling! A HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to our talented athletes for making it this far! Let’s show our RIM PRIDE and support them as they compete to the Next Level!! Go RIM!!! Way to Go
Page: Mountain High School-3rd MHS Graduate of the 2024-2025 Year! Let’s give a round of applause to Octavio, our third graduate of the 2024-2025 school year! Octavio senior portfolio was nothing short of inspiring, as he reflected on his journey-the obstacles he’s faced. the growth he’s achieved, and the exciting road ahead now that he’s officially a high school graduate! Octavio, we couldn’t be prouder of you! Your perseverance, commitment, and hard work have brought you to this very moment, and we have no doubt that you will continue to motivate and uplift those around you as you embrace  your future!  Congratulations Octavio! The best is yet to come!
Page: Mountain High School-Congratulations Jazmin! Our 4th MHS Graduate of the 2024-2025 School Year!!! Big Congratulations to our 4th graduate for the 2024-2025 school year-Jazmin!! Hearing Jazmin’s senior portfolio presentation was inspiring. She took us through her journey-reflecting on her past experiences, celebrating the exciting achievement of graduation, and sharing her plans for the future beyond high school. Jazmin, we couldn’t be more proud of you. Your dedication and perseverance have been remarkable, and you continue to show what commitment and hard work can achieve. Wishing you all the best on your next adventure!
Page: Celebrating Ethan-MHS 5th Graduate! Join us in Celebrating Ethan, our latest graduate of the 2024-2025 school year! Ethan’s senior portfolio was a true testament to his dedication and resilience. Ethan reflected on the challenges he  has overcome, the personal growth he has achieved, and the exciting opportunities that lie ahead as he steps into this new chapter as a high school graduate! Ethan,  are so proud of you! Your work, dedication, and passion have led you to this incredible milestone, and we know you will continue to inspire those around you!  Congratulation's Ethan!   Your Best Moments are yet to Unfold!
Page: RIM Virtual Academy. RVA’s School Mixer- A Sweet Celebration of Friendship!: Students and their families at RVA came togetherfor a fun-filled mixer, where they enjoyed decorating sugar cookies, creating beautiful heart paintings, and participated in a friendship gift exchange! The event was a fantastic way for students to connect, express their creativity, and celebrate the spirit of friendship. From colorful cookies to heartfelt gifts, the smiles and laughter made it a memorable gathering!
Page: February News & Fun Facts: Love is in the Air! Today is Valentine’s Day-it’s a time to celebrate friendship, kindness, and the joy of making others feel special! Spread the Love! Whether it’s a handwritten note, a hug for a friend, or sharing your favorite treat, love comes in many forms. Let’s make our school and community a place where everyone feels valued and appreciated./ You are Loved! Valentine’s Day is a reminder that you are important, cherished, and make a difference in the lives of those around you. Don’t forget to show yourself some love too! Kindness is the Best Valentine! No matter how you celebrate, the best gift is kindness. A little thoughtfulness can make someone’s day brighter than a box of chocolates!