Early Release Friday at 12:50 PM!
Tomorrow , September 5th, is an RCAS scheduled Early Release Friday. Pinedale's dismissal time is 12:50 PM. Students will have lunch before they are dismissed.
Thank you!
Tomorrow , September 5th, is an RCAS scheduled Early Release Friday. Pinedale's dismissal time is 12:50 PM. Students will have lunch before they are dismissed.
Thank you!
First PTA Meeting of the year was last night! Join us for the next PTA meeting on October 7th at 5:30.
And if you are a classroom Room Parent, don't forget to mark your calendar for the Room Parent meeting on Tuesday, September 23rd at 3:30 in the Pinedale library!
And if you are a classroom Room Parent, don't forget to mark your calendar for the Room Parent meeting on Tuesday, September 23rd at 3:30 in the Pinedale library!
If you plan on helping with any field trips, PTA events, hallway work, or other school-related activities involving student contact, please use this link to register as an approved volunteer:
https://www.rcas.org/o/rcas/page/volunteer-opportunities
For field trips in particular, there is a "Level 2" form to fill out in addition (available in the link above or in the Pinedale office). This form will need to be returned to the school to be signed and approved ahead of time before going along on any field trips. Level 2 volunteers are screened through Background Screeners of America and the approval is good for 3 years.
The volunteer approval process is to ensure that students have appropriate supervision at all times and that volunteers are covered under District insurance for any injuries that occur while volunteering.
Thank you for taking time to be a very important role in supporting our school!
https://www.rcas.org/o/rcas/page/volunteer-opportunities
For field trips in particular, there is a "Level 2" form to fill out in addition (available in the link above or in the Pinedale office). This form will need to be returned to the school to be signed and approved ahead of time before going along on any field trips. Level 2 volunteers are screened through Background Screeners of America and the approval is good for 3 years.
The volunteer approval process is to ensure that students have appropriate supervision at all times and that volunteers are covered under District insurance for any injuries that occur while volunteering.
Thank you for taking time to be a very important role in supporting our school!
Reminder for Monday - No School
Monday, September 1st, is Labor Day!
Monday, September 1st, is Labor Day!
Thank you to our Pinedale community for being patient, helpful, and accommodating this first week of school as we all get used to our new routines (and the extra pivoting that got thrown in)!
For next week, starting on Monday, we will be reinforcing our typical procedures of parents/guardians saying goodbye at the playground gates and not coming onto the playground. This will include lunch recess as well – parents/guardians/family are welcome to visit for lunch, but not continue onto the playground. Having only staff and students on the playground assists in our efforts of keeping our campus safe and secure.
Thank you for your understanding! Have a wonderful weekend!
For next week, starting on Monday, we will be reinforcing our typical procedures of parents/guardians saying goodbye at the playground gates and not coming onto the playground. This will include lunch recess as well – parents/guardians/family are welcome to visit for lunch, but not continue onto the playground. Having only staff and students on the playground assists in our efforts of keeping our campus safe and secure.
Thank you for your understanding! Have a wonderful weekend!
District Opener – Building Closure Notice
On Monday, August 18, all Rapid City Area Schools buildings will be closed from 7:30 a.m. to approximately 10:30 a.m. for our annual District Opener event. This is a special tradition where all RCAS staff gather to celebrate the start of the new school year and align for success. We appreciate your understanding as we take this time to connect, inspire, and ring in the new year together.
On Monday, August 18, all Rapid City Area Schools buildings will be closed from 7:30 a.m. to approximately 10:30 a.m. for our annual District Opener event. This is a special tradition where all RCAS staff gather to celebrate the start of the new school year and align for success. We appreciate your understanding as we take this time to connect, inspire, and ring in the new year together.
Looking forward to seeing our families tonight, and ready for a fantastic 2025-2026 school year!
Open House: stop by anytime between 4:00-6:00 tonight (Thursday, August 14th) to see who your child's teacher is, visit their classroom, and receive information for the new school year!
Open House: stop by anytime between 4:00-6:00 tonight (Thursday, August 14th) to see who your child's teacher is, visit their classroom, and receive information for the new school year!
Pinedale's Open House/Meet the Teacher is coming up Thursday, August 14th from 4:00 - 6:00pm. This is when class lists will be available. Our Panther PTA will also be on site with a table in the gym. A single membership is $10 and a family membership is $20. This, along with other volunteer options, provides support to our school in so many ways. We are looking forward to seeing our returning and new families on August 14th!
Spring Break!
NO SCHOOL April 14th - 21st. Students will return on TUESDAY, April 22nd.
🌸 Spring Break Reminder! 🌸
Rapid City Area Schools will be on Spring Break from April 14–21. There will be no school during that week as students and staff take a well-deserved break!
📅 Classes will resume on Monday, April 22.
We hope everyone enjoys a safe, relaxing, and refreshing break! 💐☀️
Panther PTA April 2025 Newsletter!
Splash of Gratitude!
Watiki Waterpark is giving away a prize pack to an outstanding teacher! Nominate your favorite teacher to win $500 toward their classroom, plus a one-night stay at one of their hotels, and $50 to Sliders Bar & Grill.
Click the link to submit your nomination!
https://www.watikiwaterpark.com/play/promotions/teacher-appreciation/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0BMQABHtHJimmBPSdtDk45iCAcIkVb8IUpxcTJPMjdf--kHqQziZaOOS3a7Bp0vMOK_aem_xbBVXJfYIHE5k39lDqHokw
Purple Up for Military Kids!
Support and celebrate military students by wearing purple on Friday, April 11th!
Save the date for our Variety Show on May 2nd! You all will get to witness the creativity of our students and programs!
Our December staff appreciation event! A huge thank you to The Elks Theatre for hosting our staff! 😊
🌟 8th Grade Career Fair! 🌟
A huge thank you to all the businesses and community members who joined us for our 8th-grade Career Fair! Events like these are valuable because they allow students to explore different career paths, ask questions, and start dreaming about their future possibilities. Your willingness to connect with our young learners helps spark their passions. Here's to our student's bright futures and many more successful partnerships with our community. Thank you for investing in our students!
Scarecrow making at Valley View Elementary! Ms. Macziewski's Jr. Kindergarten class teamed up with a fourth-grade class to assemble some great fall scarecrows. The older students helped the younger ones with the project, and everyone worked together to get it done. 🍂
Congratulations to Ms. Moen a kindergarten teacher at Rapid Valley Elementary for winning the 1 Plus 1 Giveaway from NewsCenter1 Media Group! ⭐️🎉
