Dear Students, Families, and Staff,
We are excited to share a few updates and news with you! Our VOE Preschool and Adult Education programs are now open, and we look forward to welcoming new learners of all ages. 
Mark your calendars for upcoming Back-to-School Nights, and the Hall of Fame.
 We encourage you to come out and show your school spirit at the RHS sports events this season, it's a fun family night activity!.
See you there! 
Page 1: RIM's Edge of Excellence Weekly Kickoff for August 25th to August 30th. September is coming, and Fall is on its way! The changing season brings crisp mornings, colorful leaves, and a reminder of new beginnings. Together, we look forward to the opportunities this season will bring to learn, grow, and celebrate. 
Page 2A: Fighting Scots Class of 2025 Hall of Fame. Sonia Newcombe Anderson (Volleyball), Ed Eaton (Coach), Don Gregson (Baseball), Wendy Rush Humphreys (Volleyball), 1964 Football Team, Scott Craft (Wrestling). September 6th at Lake Arrowhead Resort. Coctails at 5 pm and Dinner at 6 pm.
Page 2B: Hall of Fame. Dear Valued Guests,
I hope this message finds you well and in high spirits. We are delighted to invite you to the Rim Athletic Hall of Fame Inductee Dinner, set for September 6th at the beautiful Resort in Lake Arrowhead.
This event is one you won't want to miss! We are eagerly counting down the days to honor the remarkable achievements and contributions of our distinguished inductees. The evening promises to be extraordinary, filled with delightful moments, heartfelt speeches, and wonderful company.
Additionally, we invite you to join us for an exciting football game on September 5th at 7:30 PM. This will be a fantastic opportunity to support our team and enjoy some pre-celebration excitement.
Mark your calendars and prepare to be inspired by these exceptional accomplishments. Join us for an unforgettable nights of celebration, recognition, and inspiration. We look forward to sharing this joyous occasion with you and creating lasting memories together.
If you have any questions or need further information, please don't hesitate to reach out. We are here to assist you in any way we can.
Warmest regards,
Shelly Black, President
Steve Hartranft, Vice President
Dave Ficke, Treasurer
Angel Rice, Secretary
Taylor Nissen, Sergeant at Arms
To purchase tickets, please click:
https://form.jotform.com/241826755452058
Page 2: Back to School Nights! Tuesday, August 26th, 2025 Valley of Enchantment Elementary - TK and Kindergarten Students- 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm
Tuesday, August 26th, 2025-VOE Head Start Preschool Students-4:30 pm to 6:00 pm 
Wednesday, August 27th, 2025-Lake Arrowhead Elementary-4:30 pm to 6:00 pm
Thursday, August 28th, 2025-Mary Putnam Intermediate-5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Thursday, September 4th, 2025-Charles Hoffman Elementary-5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
Connect with Your School Board Trustees! Visit their table at every Back-to-School Night location. Share your ideas, ask questions, and join the conversation that's shaping our schools!
Page 3: RIM High School Sports Events-Home of the Fighting SCOTS. RHS Cheerleaders Are Ready! Our Rim High School cheerleaders are full of energy and spirit, ready to cheer for our High School teams this season! Let’s show our support and celebrate the dedication, pride, and school spirit they bring to every game. 
Go team! August 25-30, 2025: Monday, 8/25/25:  Girls JV Volleyball at Jurupa Valley HS 3:30 pm Away Game 
Monday, 8/25: Girls VR Flag Football at Arroyo Valley3:45 pm Away Game
Tuesday 8/26: Girls VR Flag Football vs Summit 3:45 pm Home Game 
Tuesday, 8/26/25: JV Girls’ Volleyball at Sultana HS 4:15 pm Away Game 
Wednesday, 8/27: Girls VR vs Yucaipa 2:30 pm Home Game
Thursday, 8/28/25: JV Girls’ Volleyball and Granite Hills HS 5:00 PM  Home game
Thursday, 8/28: Football JV @ Big Bear 4:00 pm Away Game
Thursday, Girls VR Volleyball vs Granite Hills-Apple Valley 5:30 pm Home Game 
Friday, 8/29/25: Varsity Football and Big Bear HS 7:00 pm Away Game 
Saturday, 8/30: Boys VR Cross Country-TBA
Page 4A: Senior Sunrise August 25th, 2025. This morning, our seniors gathered to celebrate Senior Sunrise, a special event marking the beginning of their final year of school. The sky was painted in warm shades as the sun rose with darker clouds lingering above, creating a truly breathtaking backdrop for the moment. It was a beautiful way to come together, reflect, and look forward to all the memories this year will bring!
Page 4: VOE's Preschool Opens Its Doors! On August 20th, VOE’s Preschool officially opened, and our amazing staff, Jennifer and Hailey, were ready to warmly welcome the children! The classroom was filled with excitement, joy, and even a few tears as some little ones experienced their very first day away from their parents.
Page 5: Voe Preschool: As soon as the children entered the room, they eagerly jumped into playing and learning! We were also fortunate to have the Director of Education, Jennifer Whiteside, and VOE’s Principal, Bethany Negersmith, join us to share in the fun and excitement! What a wonderful way to begin the school year
filled with new beginnings, energy, happy smiles, and lots of learning & new adventures ahead!!
Page 6: RIM Adult Ed officially opens! We are excited to share that RIM Adult Ed officially opened this week on  August 19th, 20th, and 21st with three valuable courses: 
High School Diploma, ESL, and GED/HiSet. RIM Adult Ed classrooms were filled with enthusiasm and eagerness as students returned, ready to learn, connect, and grow together! Thanks to ROWUSD’s commitment to supporting our community, these courses are being offered free of charge to students 18+
We are thrilled to see students ready and eager to begin their educational journey, and we look forward to the positive impact these programs will have in empowering our community!
Page 7: Happy Labor Day! ROWUSD office and all school sites will be closed Monday, September 1st, 2025, in observance of Labor Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025. Enjoy your long weekend! Celebrating the Dedication & Achievements of America’s workforce!!