RMHS Viking Weekly News 9/14/2026

Posted Date: 09/11/26 (02:10 PM)

Rockport Middle High School

Viking Weekly News

September 14, 2026

Dear RMHS Families,

It has been a fantastic week, with weather to support the array of athletic and outdoor activities Fall brings 🍂🍁. The students continue to bring positive energy and ideas to the new systems and opportunities available to them.

There are quite a few changes in our office team this year. Please review the 'Meet the Team' image below for more details on the newest members of our team, as well as contact information for counselors, office, nurse, and administrative personnel you may need to contact throughout the year.

Most recently, we are excited to welcome Maryann Aiello to our team starting Monday, September 14th. Maryann comes to us from O'Maley School, bringing many years of classroom experience as a paraprofessional, as well as valuable office experience from her work as an administrative assistant in the summer special education program. We are thrilled to have her join our team!

Please join me in thanking Connie Lucido for her six years of dedicated service to the Middle High School. We are grateful for all she has contributed to our school community. She will certainly be missed by all of us.

Here's to a great week ahead! 😎

-Ms. Rose

The Week Ahead...

Monday, September 14th: School Picture Day!

Tuesday, September 15th: HS Assembly (Grades 9-12) in the AUD during FLEX

School Picture Day is on Monday 9/14 Image

First Day packets are overdue! Please return them to the office as soon as possible.

Thank you:-)

Looking Ahead...

Tuesday, September 22nd: Half Day for Students (PD for Faculty/Paraprofessionals)

Wednesday, September 23rd: Senior Post-Secondary Planning @ 6 pm

Thursday, September 24th: RMHS Open House @ 6 pm

Monday, October 12th: No School (Holiday)

Tuesday, October 13th: No School for Students (PD for Faculty/Paraprofessionals)

Wednesday, November 11th: No School (Holiday)

Wednesday, November 25th: 1/2 day for Students & Staff (Thanksgiving Holiday)

Tuesday, December 8th: 1/2 Day for Students (PD for Faculty/Paraprofessionals

Wednesday, December 23rd: 1/2 Day for Students & Staff (Last day before Winter Vacation)

Monday, January 4th: Welcome Back!

Important Phone Numbers & Contact Information

To simplify the communication process for families, we have streamlined all communications to run through the RMHS Main Office. Please use the main number for routine inquiries: 978-546-1234. For a more detailed chart of counselors, and other support personnel, please use the chart below to help navigate our current team of people and systems available to support you and your child throughout their academic journey.

Why Attendance Matters

Being in school and on time is extremely important to your child's success. When students attend school regularly and arrive on time, they stay engaged in their learning, build strong relationships, and develop solid study habits. We appreciate your partnership with this and encourage frequent communication if there are obstacles that exist throughout the year.

The cafeteria and library are open at 7:00 am and free breakfast is available for all students. The main hallways and classrooms open at 7:25 am.

RMHS Student Technology Use Update

In accordance with the recent Massachusetts legislation banning cell phones in schools, the Rockport Public Schools adopted a new cell phone policy and technology requirements for the 2026-2027 school year. All students will be provided with school-issued devices that they are expected to use throughout the year. Students should not bring personal computers to school. Chromebooks (students 6-8) or MacBook Neos (students 9-12) will be issued to all students over the first few days of school.

RMHS Cell-Phone Specific Expectations & Procedures:

Students are encouraged to leave their devices at home.
At the start of the school day, students must place their device(s) in the school-provided pouch as instructed by their first block teacher.
At the conclusion of the school day, students will regain access to their device(s) by using the magnets mounted in each classroom.

Students interested in joining DECA this year, use the following Google Form to sign up:

https://forms.gle/KzAQrfYbvwW8tWSt5

Listen for announcements about information on an meeting.

Counseling Connections

Seniors, Class of 2027:

Post-secondary Planning Night will be held in the RHMS Cafeteria on Wednesday, September 23, from 6:00 - 7:30 pm. Bring your questions for the counselors! Students and families are encouraged to attend.
College Admission Representatives will be visiting RHS Guidance starting on September 17th. Seniors and Juniors are welcome. Please get permission from your teachers before attending and sign up in Naviance to secure your participation.

Coming soon: UMass Amherst, Bridgewater State University, Plymouth State University, Gordon College, URI, and Boston University.

Juniors & Sophomores, Classes of 2028 & 2029:

The PSAT/NMSQT for Juniors and Sophomores will be offered this year during the school day on October 21st. We strongly encourage all JUNIORS to register!! You will find the registration form and payment information in your first-day packets. If you need financial assistance, please come to Guidance. Registration Forms must be turned into Guidance by September 18th to participate.
To learn more about PSAT: satsuite.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt/preparing/practice-tests

ALL Students:

Add/Drop: The Add/Drop period for Semester 1 schedule changes is closed.
College & Career Fair: All high school students and families are encouraged to participate on Wednesday, September 30th, from 6-7:30 pm at Ipswich High School, Lower Gymnasium, 134 High Street, Ipswich.
Community Service is a graduation requirement. Check your respective Class Board or Aspen account to see earned community service hours. Please check the school website or bulletin board outside of Guidance for opportunities.

RMHS Open House

The RMHS Annual Open House is scheduled to held on Thursday, September 24th at 6:00 pm. Save the date on your calendars and stay tuned for more information to come!

Families of Seniors - Save the Dates!

Post-Secondary Planning Night (Grade 12 students & families) - Wednesday, September 23rd @ 6 pm

Graduation! - Friday, June 4, 2027 @ 5pm

Community Connections

RMHS Master Schedule

2026-2027

The RMHS schedule provides a variety of ways to support your children by creating routine and structured ways to reinforce the academic and social-emotional curricula 6-12. We look forward to sharing more about these built-in opportunities with your students on opening days.