Dear ROWUSD Students, Families, & Staff,
We are so proud to share the many achievements, activities, and events our students have recently participated in across the district. From creative projects and academic accomplishments to performances, competitions, and hands-on learning experiences-our students continue to shine in every space they step into.
At ROWUSD, we are constantly inspired by our students; talent, creativity, and leadership. They are a rising generation full of passion and purpose, and it's inspiring to see them grow, discover their passions, and make a lasting impact both inside & beyond the classroom!
As a community, let's continue to celebrate their success and support their dreams. Thank you for being part of their journey!
Page One: Rim’s Edge of Excellence Newsletter-April 18th, 2025.Date of School Board Meeting: May 15th, 2025 Time: 5:30 p.m. Place: Rim of the World Unified School District Office. If you are unable to attend in Person, watch the meeting live on YouTube:
https://youtube.com/@rowusdschools/streamsPage Two: From ROWUSD Superintendent, Dr. Paul Sevillano. Dear Parents, Students, & Staff, As we approach the final stretch of the school year, I want to emphasize something that remains as important now as it was in September: Attendance Matters!! With only 8 weeks left, every school day counts more than ever. These last weeks are filled with crucial academic experiences, including CAASP testing, final projects, classroom learning, and enriching activities that prepare our students not only for a strong finish but also for a confident start to the new school year. When students are present, they can fully participate, engage with their peers and teachers, and take ownership of their academic growth. Every missed day is a missed opportunity to build knowledge, develop skills, and celebrate the year’s accomplishments.
We understand that spring brings excitement, plans, and sometimes fatigue. We encourage all our families to help their student(s) stay focused, present, and committed. Your partnership makes a tremendous difference in helping our students thrive. Thank you for your continued support and dedication to your child’s education. Together, we can finish this year strong and build even greater momentum for what’s ahead.
Thank you for your partnership in making ROWUSD a place where ALL students feel valued, supported, and empowered!
Page Three: Next School Board Meeting: May 15th at 5:30 pm. There will be NO Modified or Early Dismissal Days for the Remainder of the School Year! CAASPP Testing. April-May VOE Open House: April 24th, 2025 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm Meet & Mingle with a Board Trustee: 4:40 pm to 6:30 pm
Open House-Science Night April 26th, 2025 Saturday Academy VOE will have 2 Saturday Academy 4/19 & 4/26 Memorial Day-No School May 26th, 2025
Last Day of School: June 10th, 2025 (8 weeks left)
Page Four: ROWUSD Community Schools. At the heart of every thriving community is a Great School- and at ROWUSD, we believe our schools are more than places of learning. ROWUSD is the community hub where students, families, teachers, staff, and local partners work hand-in-hand to create opportunities, address challenges, and support the whole child. ROWUSD is a Community School focused on the belief that we are “stronger together”-where our families, community organizations, businesses, and schools come together to provide the resources & support every student needs to learn, grow, & succeed. How Can We Work Together...
Creating a thriving school community takes ALL of us working together by uniting our strengths. Together, we can build a supportive environment where every child feels empowered to succeed. Here are four key ways we can come together to make a meaningful impact! 1) Community Partnerships 2) Family Engagement
3) Shared Resources 4) Student Voice & Leadership At ROWUSD, we will continue to aim higher-supporting our resilient, empowered students, engaging our families, and strengthening a connected community. We remain committed to ensuring every student feels safe, seen, and supported! Together, we’re building schools that are not only centers of learning, but pillars of community strength & growth. We look forward to sharing updates on the Community Schools Implementation Grant application process, as we are currently awaiting approval.
Page Five: Charles Hoffman Elementary-“Body Week” Brings Learning to Life in TK. Mrs. Marshall’s TK class at CHE dove into an exciting week of learning all about the human body. Students explored different organs & systems, creating their very own body vests & matching hats as they learned. The week wrapped up the week with a lively ‘Body Vest Parade,’ TK Students proudly marched through classrooms -lungs inflating & deflating- to show off their “living” vests. What a joyful & hands-on way to celebrate all they learned about their amazing bodies! Thank You Mrs Marshall, for making learning so interactive & FUN!
Page Six:Charles Hoffman Elementary-Neon Glow Day Lights Up Learning in 2nd Grade: Mrs. Lanier’s 2nd-grade class at CHE turned up the GLOW for one of the most anticipated theme days of the year-’Neon Glow Day!’ With the classroom blacked out & lit up by black lights, students dove into their work using neon highlighters, making learning literally shine! Mrs. Lanier set up interactive learning centers & glowing games, which kept the excitement going...
The FUN was contagious that students passing by couldn’t resist sneaking a peek. Even Mrs. Lanier’s former students stopped by during their lunch to join the Fun & help out-proof that once you experience ‘GLOW DAY’, you never forget it! A Big Shoutout to Mrs. Lanier for creating such a magical & memorable learning experience for her students!!!
Page Seven: CHE-Kinder Kids at CHE Take Flight with the Bald Eagle.; Our curious Kinder Kids at CHE have been soaring through learning as they explored one of America’s most majestic birds-the Bald Eagle. From learning about its powerful wings to discovering why its a national symbol- The Kindergartners were engaged, excited, and full of questions! Its been a fun & feather-filled journey into the world of wildlife & national pride!!
Page Eight: Charles Hoffman Elementary-Gold Fever Hits 4th Grade! Our 4th grade students from CHE struck gold on their recent trip to Riley’s Farm! They stepped back in time to learn all about California Gold Rush, the principles of supply & demand, and even got hands-on experience panning for gold. Thank You Mrs. Waki for An Unforgettable Day filled with discovery, hands-on history, & exciting adventure! Your dedication made this experience truly GOLDen for our students!!
Page Nine: ELOP-CHE Students Shine with Sun Catchers. At CHE, creativity met science as students crafted beautiful catchers. While designing their dazzling works of art using plexiglass & dried flowers, students also learned about the sun’s essential role in our Earth’s atmosphere-from warming our planet to helping plants grow! These radiant creations now catch the sunlight & remind us just how important (and beautiful) science can be... Way to Go, CHE’s ELOP scientists & artists!
Page Ten: Lake Arrowhead Elementary-LAE ELOP Takes Learning to New Heights! Things are really taking off at LAE ELOP! Students have been exploring new heights (indoors) with awesome drone activities that combine technology, teamwork, and Tons of FUN! With each flight, they are learning about motion, control, & problem-solving while navigating their drones like Pros! Who knew learning could be this high-flying & Cool! Did You Know? Indoor drone activities can teach students a wide range of valuable skills across STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math), as well as soft skills.
Page Eleven: LAE-Visit from our New York Times Author: Lake Elementary had the honor of hosting a New York Times bestselling author-Heather Avis. Her book is “Everyone Belongs.” Our students were absolutely captivated as they listened to stories, asked thoughtful questions, and discovered the magic of writing.
What an Inspiring Experience to see young minds light up with the possibilities of storytelling!; Mental Health Puppet Show with Miss Tracy. A Huge Thank You to Miss Tracy from RIM Family Services for thoughtfully supporting our students!! During her visit, she brought important conversations about “mental health to life” through an engaging & fun puppet show. Students learned about feelings, coping strategies, and the importance of asking for help-all in a kid-friendly, accessible way.
Page Twelve: LAE: 3rd Grade Bridge Builders-Our 3rd graders became budding engineers this week as they explored principles of design & physics through a hands-on bridge-building activity! Students worked collaboratively, tested their creations, & proudly presented their structures to classmates. This activity was an impactful example of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Mathematics) learning in ACTION-Creative, Challenging, & Lots of Fun!!
Page Thirteen: LAE: Glow Dance Night.. A “Glowing” Success!!! LAE’s Glow Dance lit up the night with Neon Lights, Music, & tons of Energy & Laughter! Students & Families danced the night away, and the excitement in the room was contagious! Huge Thanks to our amazing PTA & RHS National Honor Society for teaming up to create such a FUN, MEMORABLE event for our school community!
Page Fourteen: VOE-Cloud Science=Big Fun! VOE’s students had an Awesome time diving into the world of weather with a hands-on science experiment!Using shaving cream & food coloring, they explored how clouds hold & release rain.The room was filled with curiosity, excitement, and a whole lot of ‘oohs & ahhs” as the colorful rain began to fall. Science has never been so fluffy & fun! The Fun didn’t stop there-there was even time to play catch & throw!
Science, smiles, & a little bit of Sunshine made for an unforgettable day!
Page Fifteen: VOE-X Marks the Spot-A “Treasure” Hunt Adventure in 2nd grade. Mrs. Turner’s 2nd grade class has been diving into books with a fun twist-a book themed treasure hunt activity! Students explored exciting stories & sharpened their reading skills, while discovering that books are treasures waiting to be uncovered!
With Mrs.Turner leading the way, reading has become a Fun-Filled Adventure full of imagination, curiosity, & golden moments of learning.
Page Sixteen: VOE-Explosive FUN in Mrs. Moore’s CLass. Mrs. Moore’s class took their volcano lesson to a whole new level with a colorful Easter twist-they made “fizzy eggs!” Using baking soda, vinegar, & food coloring hidden inside plastic Easter eggs, students got to create mini eruptions right at their desks! The room was filled with Excitement & Laughter as each egg fizzed & bubbled like a tiny volcano! Learning about science has never been so “egg-citing!”
Page Seventeen: VOE Elementary. Painting, Magnets, & Plant Parts-Oh My! Buddies, Brushes & Blossoms. VOE students teamed up for a colorful, hands-on art adventure that brought science to “life.” Using paint & magnets, they explored the part of a plant in the most creative way-turning learning into a “Garden of Fun!” This activity was Extra-special as it tied perfectly into their theme: “Buddies Help Us Grow.” With every brushstroke & burst of Laughter-Mrs. McCook’s & Mrs. Snyder’s students showed that when they learn together, they grow together!
Page Eighteen: VOE Elementary-Creative Minds Work Together!! VOE’s Reading Buddies rolled up their sleeves & dove into a hands-on adventure full of creativity, and curiosity!
Together, they explored 3-D shapes & lots of imagination! The room was buzzing with excitement as buddies teamed up to turn learning into Art! The Results?
Bright, beautiful masterpieces-& even BIGGER SMILES! Thank You-Mrs. McCook & Mrs. Snyder
Page Nineteen: VOE Elementary-4th Graders Flock to the Chicken Show Down! Mrs. Snyder’s 4th grade class had a clucking good time at the Chicken Show Down! The event was not only Fun, but also filled with Great Learning Moments as our students listened to presentation from the 5th Graders. From Fascinating chicken facts and fun presentations- the 4th graders walked a way with new knowledge & Big Smiles! Way to Go 5th Graders-thanks for teaching us something new!
Page Twenty:Crowning Creativity & Card Game Champions at VOE ELOP. TK & Kindergarten students at VOE ELOP let their imaginations shine as they designed their very own paper crowns! These little kings & queens wore their creation (masterpiece) with pride-long live creativity in the classroom!!! The FUN didn’t stop there! Our young learners enjoyed some friendly competition with a classic favorite-UNO! From shouting ‘UNO’ to celebrating Big Wins, it was ALL smiles & good times as they practiced turn-taking, colors, and numbers through play! Learning & laughter go Hand in Hand at VOE ELOP!
Page Twenty-One: Mary Putnam Henck Intermediate. Honoring Mrs. Roque for AP Week! This AP Week, the MPH Leadership and our amazing students gave a Big Shoutout to someone who helps keep our school shining-Mrs. Roque. With signs proudly declaring, “Behind a Great School is an Awesome Assistant Principal.”
Students celebrated her Dedication, Support, & Leadership! Thank You Mrs. Roque-for being part the heart behind the scenes-YOU make MPH a better place every day!
Page: Mary Putnam Henck Intermediate. MPH’s staff member took to the court for a friendly one-on-one game of basketball with one of our amazing students!!!
It was all smiles, and Fun as they shared a special moment of connection through shooting hoops! At MPH, it’s more than just a school-it’s family!!
Page Twenty-Two: Mountain HS Spotlight-Crafton Hills College Field Trip-Total Success!! Shout-out to our amazing MHS students who joined us on last Friday’s epic adventure to Crafton Hills College. From exploring exciting programs designed just for MHS grads to collecting those totally rad 90's style swag bags (hello nostalgia), this trip was nothing short of awesome! The students explored cool career paths like EMT, Nursing, & the Police Academy! They had hands-on experiences that made those professions feel real & exciting!A Huge Thank You goes out tour incredible MHS staff & teachers who made it all happen. You Rock! Credit Champions!!
A Huge Congratulations to our hardworking MHS students who were recognized for boosting their credits-One step closer to Graduation! Keep it up, future grads! Everyone left feeling inspired & ready to think about their future careers!
Page Twenty-Three: RIM Virtual Academy, We are thrilled to Celebrate the successful conclusion of RVA’s latest Leadership 101 group-led by the incredible Mrs. Mills & her amazing counseling intern, Ms. Julia. These sessions have been full of Growth, Teamwork, & Inspiration! A special Shoutout goes to Stephan, whose Amazing ukulele performance brought Joy & a whole lot of Heart to their time together! RVA Students are getting ready for the next round of group counseling sessions in the near future! They are ready to keep growing, leading, & shining!
Page Twenty-Four: RIM HS CTE Spotlight: Empowering Rim High School Students for a Bright Future! At RIM HS, our Career Technical Education (CTE) program is more than just a set of classes- it’s a dynamic launchpad for future success! With state-of-the-art equipment and facilities that mirror real-world environments, our students gain hands-on experience that prepares them to thrive beyond graduation. Each CTE course is built around a challenging, market-relevant curriculum that blends academic knowledge with practical, job-ready skills. Whether welding, construction, graphic design, TV/Media Production, or our emergency responder pathway, our students are immersed in a practical learning experience developed by industry professionals. What sets our program apart is our ‘Exceptional Team’ of Instructors! Our instructors are more than teachers, they are mentors who work side-by-side with students, helping each one reach their Highest Potential! We are proud of our students’ accomplishments- from the sparks flying in our welding shop to the creative storytelling in our media labs, they are already building and creating at a professional level. And for those on our two-year EMR pathway, they are gaining the skills and certification needed to be first responders and community heroes.
The RIM CTE program is not just about learning a trade-it’s about building confidence, inspiring innovation, and preparing students for a lifelong journey of success!!
Page Twenty-Five: RIM CTE Highlights-Real World Skills in Action! MedicalCore & Emergency Medical Responder & Fire Technology Electives! Here’s a Glimpse of RHS CTE Emergency Services and Fire Science Programs. Our students are gaining critical, real-world experience that prepares them for future careers in emergency response & patient care. Throughout their training , students are learning to: 1) Assess & care for patients in emergency situations 2) Safely secure & transport patients into an ambulance 3) Initiate intravenous (IV) therapy procedures 4) Understand essential protocols & communication in crisis scenarios
Page Twenty-Six: RIM CTE Spotlight-Real World Skills in Action!-Most recently...on April 8th, students received instruction & practical experience on how to check for patient glucose levels using a diabetic testing monitor-a vital tool in patient assessment & care! This is just one of many skills that are helping our students build confidence & competence in emergency medical services. Students also gain experience in safely operating an ambulance through simulation-based driver training. These simulations help them learn how to transport patients to the hospital efficiently, and with a strong focus on safety-mirroring real-world emergency response conditions.
Page Twenty-Seven: RIM CTE Spotlight-Real World Skills in Action! Automotive Technology. Our CTE Automotive Electives for our students gain hands-on experience & foundational knowledge in vehicle operations. The program covers auto service, system performance, preventative maintenance, and prepares students with essential skills for a future as an automotive technician! Did you know RIM HS has its very own race car-and it actually races? Our CTE Automotive students not only learn mechanics and diagnostics- they get a chance to work on a real race car that competes on the track!
Page Twenty-Eight: RHS CTE Spotlight-Real World Skills in Action!. Welding Technology Through a combination of Classroom learning & hands-on instruction, students in our welding CTE program gain valuable skills in multiple welding techniques. They learn Arc, Oxy-Acetylene, Metal Inert Gas (MIG) & Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding, along with various cutting methods-preparing them for careers in welding, fabrication, and skilled trades.
Page Twenty-Nine: RIM CTE Highlights-Real World Skills in Action!. Construction CTE Building Skills for the Future! Students enrolled in our Construction CTE electives gain entry-level skills in building maintenance through a mix of classroom instruction & hands-on experience. Training includes blueprint reading, basic plumbing, electrical, masonry, concrete work, flooring, drywall, carpentry, and roofing.
Page Thirty: RIM CTE Highlights-Real World Skills in Action! Graphic Design. Creativity in Action!:
Students in Graphic Design & Printing CTE program are gaining valuable skills in visual communication and digital media production. They learn to create artwork suitable for both digital & print publications, while developing skills in illustration, photo editing, & image creation using industry-standards software & equipment.
On Tuesday, April 8th, students applied their knowledge by designing professional business cards-a perfect example of blending creativity with real world application. Awesome shirt design, Jairo! Great work in Graphic Design class!!!
Page Thirty-One: RIM CTE Highlights-Real World Skills in Action! TV-Video Production. Lights, Camera, Learning: ACTION! In our TV-Video Production CTE program-students build on foundational skills through hands-on experience and in-depth exploration of the industry. From studying in history of television and critiquing film & video, to learning the basics of broadcasting, students dive into all aspects of production! They gain practical experience in imaging, video editing, sound design, and scripting-
preparing them for creative careers in media & film!
Page Thirty-Two: RHS Launches Paid Internship Program-Collaborative Career Internship Program. Thanks to funding from the Community Schools Planning Grant, Rim High School has launched its Collaborative Career Internship Program, which provides paid internships for students to gain hands-on career experience-fully funded by the grant! Local businesses- want to get involved? ROWUSD covers wages and workers’ compensation, giving employers access to motivated student interns at no cost.
Contact Stephanie Phillips at stephanie_phillips@rimsd.k12.ca.us to learn how your business can support student success!
Page Thirty-Three: News & Fun Facts-“April Showers Bring May Flowers” The earliest use of this phrase can be traced back to English Poetry In the 16th Century The first author, Thomas Tusser, in 1557 wrote: “wet April showers/Do spring May Flowers” Like many proverbs in folk wisdom, the phrase is based on observational knowledge and oral tradition, especially among farmers and gardeners who noticed a seasonal pattern in England’s climate. April showers=Rainy Days In April, we often get lots of rainy days-All the rain helps plants wake up from winter and start to grow. By the time May comes around, we start seeing flowers blooming, trees getting green, and gardens popping with color. This phrase it often used in motivational quotes, reminding people to push through difficulties:“Without the rain, there would be no rainbow...or May flowers”
Page Thirty-Four: Ingredients: 🌱🌼🌷 Chocolate pudding (instant or pre-made) Crushed chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos)=dirt Gummy worms or gummy bugs (optional & fun) Green tinted coconut flakes (for grass, optional) Colorful flower lollipops, paper flower toppers, or edible flowers Clear plastic cups or small flower pots (clean & food safe). How to Make: 1) Make the chocolate pudding if using instant pudding mix, prepare according to the box directions & chill. 2) Crush the Cookies. Place the cookies in a plastic bag & let kids crush them into ‘dirt’ with a rolling pin or their hands. 3) Build your Flower Pot-scoop pudding into the cup or flower pot. Add a layer of crushed cookies on top to look like soil. Optional: add a few gummy worms peeking out of the ‘dirt’ 4) Decorate with Flowers Stick to a flower lolipopi n the center Or make your own flowers from construction paper & glue them to toothpicks or straws Sprinkle green coconut grass for an extra springy look.
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