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Nov 21st – Curricular Catch Up Day

Curricular Catch Up Day is on Thursday, November 21st. Students who have completed all assignments for Term 1 will be dismissed at 11:35am. Students who need to complete assignments will... Read more

Remembrance Day – Lest We Forget

Rockheights Middle School will be having our annual Remembrance Day assembly on Friday November 8 starting about 10:15am (the gym will be open by 10am). Family and guests are welcome... Read more

PAC Purdy’s Chocolate Fundraiser

Calling All Chocolate-lovers! Want to know the most DELICIOUS way to support us? Order Purdys chocolates from our fundraiser! This year, we’re hoping to raise $1000 for Rockheights Middle School PAC,... Read more

Oct 30 – Nov 1- Spirit Days

There are 3 days to participate in Spirit Activities this week: Wed, Oct 30 - Black and Orange Day - students are to wear either black and/or orange for the day Thurs,... Read more

Pro-D Fri., Oct 25th

On Friday, October 25th, there is no school for students as staff participate in professional development. Hope you have a safe and happy weekend.  ... Read more

Parent Teacher Interviews Oct 23 & 24

Early dismissal at 1:50pm on THURSDAY 24th. Parent Teacher Interview forms went home last week and are to be returned to classroom teachers by Friday, Oct 18th.  If you didn't receive... Read more

Thurs Sep 29 – Meet the Teacher/BBQ

This Thursday we will be having our “Meet the Teacher Night”. It will start with a BBQ, from 5:00pm – 6:00pm, in which the Esquimalt Lions will be preparing hamburgers... Read more

PAC Subway Order Online until Sep 23

The RMS PAC will be once again offering Subway lunches through a pre-order system for 12 weeks from Sept 26 until Dec 12. Orders can be submitted online through www.schoolcashonline.com... Read more

PAC meeting – Tues, Sep 10

The first Parent Advisory Council (PAC) meeting is on Tuesday, September 10 at 6:30pm in the school library.  Parent involvement and student success are strongly connected. One of the best... Read more

School Opening – Tuesday, Sep 3

New Registrations:  please register by clicking on the red "School Registration" button on the website. School Opening is on Tuesday, September 3rd for 2 hours only.  Students should arrive at 9:30am... Read more

School Supplies

A copy of the school supply list can be found under the Parent Info tab at the top of this website.  ... Read more

School Office Hours

The office is open from July 2 to 5th between 9:00am & 2:30pm, then closed for the summer. The office reopens on Monday, August 19th at 9:00am (until 3:00pm). New Registrations:  please... Read more

Curriculum Catch-up Friday, June 14th

Each term we set aside time for students that need additional one on one support to get caught up on their curricular learning tasks. Forms will be sent  home so... Read more

June 19 Final Strings/Choir Concert

Please join our Strings and Choir students for their final concert on Wednesday, June 19th at 7:00pm in the Rockheights gymnasium. The concert will also include special guests Grade 5... Read more

Class Building for Next Year

There is a lot of input that goes into class building and we try to create classes that will provide the support and social attributes that are best for each... Read more

Are you Moving?

It is that time of year when we are preparing school set up for next year.  Please let us know if your family is planning on moving away from Rockheights... Read more

Thurs., May 16 – Transition Afternoon

All new students attending Rockheights in September plus grade 5 Macaulay and Vic West catchment students will be visiting Rockheights for a middle school tour between 1:00 & 2:00pm on... Read more

Subway delayed 1 week

Start up will be Thursday, April 25th.  An email went home explaining the delay. Students should bring lunch from home on Thursday, April 18th.... Read more

Spring Planter Basket Pick up

If you participated in the PAC's fundraiser, the planter baskets can be picked up during Student Led Conferences on Wed., May 1st.... Read more

Order Now – Spring Subway Session

The PAC is sponsoring Thursday Subway lunch again for the spring session. There are 10 sessions for $65 starting Thursday April 18 to June 20. Deadline to purchase is Friday, April 12th. Purchase... Read more

Spring Break Dates

Spring Break is from March 18th to April 2nd.    Students return WEDNESDAY, April 3rd. As Easter long weekend is at the end of March this year, spring break will be... Read more

Wed., Feb. 28 – Pink Shirt Day

On Wednesday, Feb 28, we ask students to wear pink shirts as a reminder to stand up against bullying.  There will also be a kindness assembly as well. In September of... Read more

Reminder – Weekly Newsletter

Weekly Newsletter is sent out each Friday and posted on the website each Monday.  We know families may have more than one school so we condense the week's information into... Read more

No School on Fri., Feb 16 & on Mon., Feb 19

On Friday, Feb. 16th, schools will be closed for students as staff attend Professional Development activities.  On Monday, February 19th, all schools will be closed for the annual Family Day... Read more

Feb 12-16 Annual K-12 Student Transfer Process

Annual K – 12 Student Transfer Process The annual K-12 Student Transfer Process facilitates requests from students in Kindergarten to Grade 12 to transfer to schools outside of a designated catchment.... Read more

Pizza Sales Back for January 16th

We will be setting up the Bulk and weekly Pizza sales on CashOnline that will be available as of Thursday this week so that “Pizza Tuesdays” will return next week on... Read more

Human Library Event Fri., Jan 31

Do you have a unique hobby or an interesting job? Are you an entrepreneur, an artist, or do you have a fascinating life story that you would be willing to... Read more

PAC Family Game Night Fri., Jan 19

On January 19 from 6pm until 8:00pm there will be a special event for all families from Rockheights Middle School. The RMS PAC will be hosting a Family Fun Games Night... Read more

Winter Break Dates

Last day of school - Friday, Decmber 22nd           Winter Break:  Monday, December 25th to Friday, January 5th              Students return Monday,... Read more

Winter Festivities Week Dec 18-22

Each day the students will be participating in a Winter Festivity for the week of Dec 18-22 as we get ready for the Winter break.  More details to follow.  ... Read more

Santa’s Workshop

We have a couple of very important traditions at Rockheights that allow students and families to explore the spirit of giving and sharing with those less fortunate. The first is... Read more

Wed, Dec 6th Winter Music Concert

On Wed, Dec 6th at 7pm,  music students will be performing in our Winter concerts in the Rockheights Gym. All music students will be performing in our holiday-themed concerts. You can... Read more

CC Afternoon – Mon Nov 27

Three times a year, we have a “Curriculum Catch Up Afternoon” in which students who are all caught up on their work are dismissed early, while those that are missing... Read more

Purdys Chocolate PAC Fundraiser

From now until November 27, 2023, you can order Purdys treats from our fundraiser by joining our campaign and browsing the tastiest selection of Christmas chocolates online. Shop gifts for... Read more

Spirit Wear Orders Due Nov 19th

SPIRIT WEAR! We are very excited to offer Spirit Wear for purchase this year. The order window is tight as we want the spirit wear to be ready before the winter... Read more

Robotics at Esquimalt

Robotics at Esquimalt High - Friday, November 3 at Esquimalt High School. There is no cost associated with the program (all free) as it is funded through CanCode to put... Read more

Fri Nov 10 – Remembrance Day Assembly

Rockheights Middle School will be having our annual Remembrance Day assembly on Friday November 10 starting at 10:30am (the gym will be open by 10am). Family and guests are welcome... Read more

Rockheights fundraiser – Refire Kitchen

Help support the Rockheights PAC and help take the pressure off of your meal preparation by ordering meals from Refire Kitchen (www.refirekitchen.ca).  Please see the attached flyer for the details... Read more

Basketball Sign-up

Basketball sign-up was last week but students are still able to join. Please see Mr. Snider or listen to the announcements.... Read more

PAC Community Engagement Evening

Come & learn about some of the different community resources available to you and your children on Tuesday, October 10th at 6:30pm in the library learning commons... Read more

Ravens Afterschool Club

Starts Wed, October 4th at Rockheights.  Staff from the Esquimalt Parks & Rec will be running games, activities, providing snacks and more!  This will be a drop-in club to provide... Read more

Gr 6 Immunization

Friday morning, Oct 6th is immunization for grade 6 students. Please return signed consent forms to the office.... Read more

Subway Forms – Return by Oct 5th

Subway forms were emailed to families and students took home last week.  if you haven't received your copy, please ask your student or contact the office at 250-384-7125.... Read more

No School Mon, Oct 2 & Mon, Oct 9

School will be closed for the next two Mondays for statutory holidays:  October 2 is for National Truth and Reconciliation Day, and Oct 9 for Thanksgiving Day.... Read more

Weekly Pizza Orders

To order pizza, please use www.schoolcashonline.com (or find the link on our website). There are two options available for ordering – families can place a weekly order by Sunday at... Read more

Back to School BBQ Thurs., Sep 21

Back to School BBQ & Meet the Teacher Night will be on Thursday, September 21st.  The BBQ will be held between 5:00 & 6:00pm, and Meet the Teacher will be... Read more

Pro-D Day Fri., Sep 22

No school for students as staff participate in professional development activities on Friday, September 22. Enjoy your long weekend!... Read more

School Opening Tues, Sep. 5th

The first day of school is on Tuesday, September 5th at 9:30am until 11:30pm.  Students don't need to bring school supplies or a lunch on the first day; although, they... Read more

Registration For September 2023

If you would like to register at Rockheights Middle School, please read the guidelines and register online at the Greater Victoria School District's website:    https://www.sd61.bc.ca/ Confirmation will be given by... Read more

Activities for Last Week of School

Monday, June 26:  Grade 8 Recognition & Celebration BBQ (rest of students on field trips);     Tues. 27 & Wed. 28:  Rockheights Royale;     Thurs., June 29:  Last day of... Read more

Gr 8 Celebration Day June 26th

10:30am Recognition Ceremony in Gym for families/guardians (doors open at 10:00am).  And a BBQ & rollerskating celebration for students ONLY in the afternoon at Archie Browning Centre from 12 to... Read more

Order School Supplies Monk Online

PAC sponsored/fundraising event: order school supplies online via Monks UNTIL July 19th. Details attached (our school code is at the top).2023_PAC WELCOME LETTER_Rockheights... Read more

Fri., June 16 – CC Afternoon

Early dismissal at 11:35am for students who have completed all assignments. Students who have not completed assignments will remain at the school. Forms will be coming home from teachers which... Read more

Athletic Leadership Applications 2023-24

Athletic Leadership application: If your child is interested in being a part of Athletic Leadership next year here at RMS, please encourage them to see Mr. Roy for application information.... Read more

May 3 – Showcase of Learning

Between 1-3pm (early dismissal at 2pm). Drop-in open-house style tour the school with your child, see the class abnd share in some of the learning progress made so far.    ... Read more

Easter Weekend April 7 to 10

School is closed on Good Friday, April 7 and on Easter Monday April 10.  Looking forward to seeing you all on Tuesday, April 11th.... Read more

Subway Order Forms Term 3

Deadline to return forms with payment is Monday, April 17th. Forms will go home the week of April 3 to 6.  Term 3 is 8 sessions for $48. Note: The... Read more

CC Afternoon – Fri., March 3

Early dismissal at 11:25am for students who have completed all their work. Teachers will advise which students need to stay and complete missing assignments.  Report cards for Term 2 go... Read more

Feb 28 Gr 9 Esquimalt Course Selection

On Feb 28th, grade 8 students attending Esquimalt High School will complete their grade 9 course selection forms.  They will be assisted by Esquimalt counsellors and the forms will be... Read more

February is Kindness Month

In conjunction with our school goals around Social Emotional Learning and Connection to place, February is Kindness month. As part of that we are challenging all of the classes to... Read more

K-12 Student Transfer Process Feb 6-10

If you would like your child to attend a different school for the 2023-24 school year, please complete a student transfer application form and submit the form to your current... Read more

Subway starts Jan 26th

PAC sponsored pre-ordered Subway lunches start on Thursday, Jan 26 until Thursday, March 16th (8 sessions)... Read more

Mon, Jan 23 – Pro-D Day

There is a pro-d day for all middle schools on Monday, Jan 23. No school for students while staff participate in professional development activities.... Read more

Fri., Dec 16th – Winter Break

Winter break is from Monday, December 19th to Monday, January 2nd. Students return on Tuesday, January 3rd.  We wish you a happy, relaxing and safe winter break. See you in... Read more

Gr 7 Entrepreneur Fair – Wed, Dec 14th

Our grade 7's will be hosting their annual Entrepreneur Fair in the afternoon on Wednesday, December 14th.  Please support our students by dropping by and picking up some stocking stuffers.... Read more

SPIRIT WEAR NOW ON SALE!!!

Spirit wear with our new logo has gone on sale. All orders must be made by Wednesday, November 30th.  Two t-shirt options in red & grey, and two hoodies options... Read more

Fri., Nov 25-Twin Day

Another fun Spirit Day will be on Friday, November 25th - Twin Day.   (Dress alike with someone else or with a group.)... Read more

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