It's Game Day!
Parents
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🎨 Reminder: Sign Up for the Second Annual Color Run! 👟
Join us for a fun and colorful evening on Tuesday, April 29 at 6:00 PM!
📍 Start and finish in the Ruckel Gym parking lot
💵 $35 for community members
💵 $25 for students/youth
All proceeds go directly toward classroom technology!
Register now by scanning the QR code on the attached flyer or visit:
👉 https://app.99pledges.com/fund/ramjam
Let’s come together to support our students and make it a night to remember! 🌈
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Happy Librarian Day to the incredible Ms. Kirk at Ruckel Middle School! Your dedication, creativity, and willingness to go above and beyond do not go unnoticed. From managing the heart of our school—the library—with care and purpose, to lending a hand during testing, designing eye-catching signs that brighten our campus, and stepping in wherever help is needed, you truly do it all. Your positivity, flexibility, and support make a difference every single day, and we are so grateful for all you do. Thank you for being such a vital part of the Ruckel family!
Last Day of School Dismissal Times Are Here
It's game day.
It's paraprofessional day. Mrs. Burt
Mrs. Burt’s positivity and willingness to jump in wherever she’s needed make her a cornerstone of our support staff. She always greets everyone with a smile and is quick to lend a hand—whether it's helping with lost materials, staying attentive to students’ needs, or being a calming, encouraging presence. Her teamwork and dependability, especially during bus duty and throughout the school day, make a meaningful difference. We are so fortunate to have such a kind, dedicated, and joyful teammate in Mrs. Burt!
It's game day
Ms. Chaffee
Ms. Chaffee brings enthusiasm and heart to everything she does. Whether she’s coaching, volunteering her time, or making sure her students get safely off the bus, she consistently goes above and beyond for our school community. Her presence is felt in so many ways—she's reliable, proactive, and always ready to help. Students know they can count on her, and so can we. Thank you, Ms. Chaffee, for your unwavering commitment and for making Ruckel a better place every single day!
It's paraprofessional day. Ms. Rude
Ms. Rude is an incredible support not only to our team but especially to Amily, providing patient, thoughtful care every day. She listens attentively, asks the right questions, and ensures that the students she works with feel seen, supported, and successful. Her dedication to understanding each child’s needs and being present for them is deeply appreciated. Ruckel is lucky to have someone so compassionate and committed in its halls—thank you, Ms. Rude, for all that you do!
It's paraprofessional day. Mr. Harry Larimer
Today we celebrate Mr. Larimer, our outstanding chorus accompanist and paraprofessional, whose talent and heart elevate everything he touches. A gifted musician, he brings professionalism and poise to every rehearsal and performance. Whether he's leading warm-ups, filling in during a busy moment, or supporting students musically and emotionally, Mr. Larimer creates an environment where learners can grow and shine. His flexibility, consistency, and kindness make him an indispensable part of our music program and our school. We are truly better because of him!
It's paraprofessional day. Ms. Simpson Ms. Simpson is truly the heart of our campus—her energy is unmatched, and her dedication is unwavering. Often described as the “Energizer Bunny,” she’s constantly in motion, keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes. From testing support to scheduling logistics, her attention to detail and ability to anticipate needs before they arise are nothing short of extraordinary. She genuinely cares about every student’s well-being and works tirelessly to do what’s best for each child. We are incredibly grateful to have Ms. Simpson on our team—she is an irreplaceable asset and a true lifesaver!
It's time for the second annual color run.
Ram Rally has been rescheduled! Spread the word.
Congratulations to our students that competed this last Saturday at Pryor Middle School's Academic Team Tournament.
After some tough matches, great wins, and difficult loses, both Junior Varsity and Varsity came in 3rd place.
We made it to the podium!
We will have two final practices this year, one this Wednesday the 2nd, and then we will have our end of year party at practice on April 9th.
Go Ruckel!
JV:
Nina Adams
Evelyn Barnes
William Donaldson
Aubrey Reeves
Eva Taylor
Varsity:
Jackson Boyett
Hayleigh Crimmins
Wesley Foxhall
Aila Hurwood
Abbie Irvine
Patrick Wusterbarth
Two Ruckel Rams had the opportunity to travel to Lakeland, Florida for the State Science Fair the week of March 24th.
Eva Stenstade, 7th Grade placed 2nd in the Florida Junior Division in the category: Intelligent Machines, Robotics, and Systems Software. Eva's project title: "Machine Learning: Fit to Fight for Firefighters" also earned her a nomination to compete in Thermo Fisher Scientific Junior Innovators Challenge.
Jonah Chapados, 6th Grade competed in the Florida Junior Division in the category: Earth and Environmental Sciences. Jonah's project title: "The Pesky Plastic Pollution Problem: Exploring the Why of Water Warming"
Congratulations to these outstanding students for their accomplishments at the State Science Fair.
Donation request at https://a.co/aX3QwtE (Amazon wish list).
SGA (Student Government Association) has worked hard at purchasing items to reward students and staff in the month of April! Please help SGA by donating items to add to our kindness campaign!
🌟 Ruckel Middle School is making a difference! 🌟
We’re excited to kick off our annual Change for Children fundraiser! From now through April 4, students can bring in their donations during science class to support this important cause. Every coin counts toward creating brighter futures! 💙
Let’s show how big Ruckel’s heart is—thank you for your support! 💰👩🔬👨🔬 #ChangeForChildren #RuckelGivesBack
We are proud to announce our third quarter core value winners.
Odyssey of the mind being honored at our pep rally today.
