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Good afternoon RHS families, this is Dr. Woods-Weeks calling with the weekly update.
Welcome back! We hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday filled with joy, gratitude, and quality time with your loved ones. As we transition back into school mode, we are excited to continue working with you and your students to finish the semester strong.

Important Updates and Reminders:
1.    Academic Progress:
o    We are now in the fifth week of the second quarter. Please check PowerSchool to monitor your student’s grades and progress. If you have concerns, feel free to reach out to your student’s teachers or counselor.
2.    Upcoming Events:
o    Senior Quotes: Deadline for senior quotes in the yearbook is today, December 1, 2024.
o    Semester 1-EOY benchmarks begins Monday December 2-10, 2024.
o    PTA will meet Tuesday December 3, in the Media Center at 6:30 PM.
o    Engineering Program Interest meeting for Rising 9th Grade families will be held Wednesday December 5 from 6:00 -7:30 PM at the Summit Church, 3263 Rose of Sharon Rd.
o    Pre-ACT make up is December 5, 2024, in room 245. Plan accordingly.
3.    Student Support Services:
o    If your student needs additional academic support or guidance our counselors are here to help. Encourage them to utilize Pirate Block tutoring opportunities.
4.    Safety Reminders:
o    Please remind your students about the importance of adhering to hallway pass expectations for their safety and accountability.

Transportation:
•    For the next three weeks beginning Monday, Dec. 2 through Friday, Dec. 20, Durham Public Schools will implement rotational bus service due to the ongoing shortage of bus drivers across the district.
•    Families will be responsible for transporting their students to and from school one day each week, with bus service provided four days per week. This approach will help in managing the shortage efficiently, ensuring that our current drivers can cover more routes equitably.
•    This is a temporary measure as DPS is actively working to resolve transportation issues. And while we know this will present a hardship for some families who have benefitted from daily bus service thus far this school year, we ask for your patience and for the understanding that this is a more equitable solution for all.
•    This will provide four days of service for everyone, including those families who have had inconsistent service up to this point. For our school, families whose students ride these buses will be responsible for transporting your children to and from school on the indicated days:

Mondays:       Buses 646 and 655 
Tuesdays:      Buses 624, 213, and 134
Wednesdays: Buses 24,118/612, 115, 229, and 631
Thursdays:     Buses 240 and 243
Fridays:          Buses 38, 656, and 623

Please visit DPSNC.net for the complete rotational bus service schedule.
DPS will excuse tardiness for students on late buses and absences for students who miss school due to canceled bus routes. We will continue to investigate the possibility of retroactively excusing absences due to canceled bus routes.

Please contact the school if you have questions or concerns.

Athletics
The Riverside Athletics Department is thrilled about the opportunity to grow and strengthen our connections within our community. We invite local organizations, businesses, and individuals to join us in supporting our talented student-athletes and programs.

Become a Sponsor:
Would you like to see your organization/company represented as a donor or sponsor? Your support helps us enhance the athletic experience for our students while promoting your business throughout our events.
To learn more, please check out our Sponsor Letter or contact Athletic Director Robert Duncan at robert_duncan@dpsnc.net for more details.

Volunteer at a Game:
We need your help to make our athletic events successful! Volunteers play a vital role in supporting Riverside Athletics.
Sign up to volunteer for any contest using the following link:
Volunteer Sign-Up

Tickets and Season Passes:
Don't miss the excitement of Riverside Athletics! Secure your tickets or season passes today.

Reminder:
•    Clear Bag Policy is observed at all Durham Public Schools athletic events.
•    Elementary and middle school-age children must be accompanied by an adult to attend.

Thank you for supporting Riverside Athletics. Together, we can continue building a strong and vibrant athletic community.

Family Partnership:
As we head into December, we encourage you to stay actively involved in your student’s learning journey. Whether it’s helping them prepare for upcoming exams, encouraging good study habits, or simply celebrating their small wins, your involvement makes a difference.

Thank you for your ongoing support of Riverside High School. Let’s work together to make the remainder of this semester a success! Go forth and make it a great week! Roll Pirates Roll!