Dear Students, Families, and Staff,
We’re kicking off the week with lots of upcoming information happening across our schools! From student activities and programs to family and community events, 
 We’re excited to continue keeping you informed and engaged in all that’s happening across our schools.
Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to a great week ahead!
Page:  Rim’s Edge of Excellence Weekly kickoff: January 19th to 24th, 2026. ROWUSD is Ready to Learn! Students, back from winter break refreshed  & bright,
Teachers & staff return with hearts delight! Rested minds ready to grow... Excited to learn...We are ready for SNOW!!!! January marks the start of a new year, new beginnings: fresh starts, resolutions, and goal setting!
Page: Upcoming Events and Important Dates: January: Wednesday PLC Modified Days WEDNESDAY, January 21st, January 28th.; CSUSB/ROWUSD FREE Parenting Zoom Classes  Monday,  January 26th, 2026;  ROWUSD School Board Meeting: Thursday, January 22nd, 2026, 5:30 pm; Saturday Academy
Saturday, January 24th, 2026, You must register to attend-see flyer! Please Note: Registration Link Has been Updated! Elementary Dental Sealants
CHE-January 23rd, LAE-January 30th
Page: ROWUSD is proud to partner with Cal State University, San Bernardino, to offer FREE parenting classes for our families! Classes have already begun,
 It’s not too late to join NOW!! We invite parents to take advantage of this great opportunity to learn, connect, & grow together! Building Stronger Families
“Parenting Young Children” (Helpful to parents with children of all ages, K-12.) Next Class will be held on January 26thwill be held virtually on ZOOM, Monday Evening, 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm, (No classes on 2/6, 2/19), Please register using the following link:
 https://csusb.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_02IkLaiH2z1aige:  For More information, please  email:
Rhiannon.Ramkissoon@csusb.edu
Page: Last Day to Enroll for  January’s Saturday Academy is January 21st! Saturday Academy will be held at all school sites on 
January 24th from 8:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. CHE, VOE, LAE, MPH, and RHS. To participate, please register using the link below to reserve your spot! UPDATED LINK
BELOW!!!!!
https://forms.gle/6tscxnpKucp7176j6
You Must Register by Wednesday, January 21st, 2026. Breakfast & Lunch will be provided.
Please note:  School transportation will not be available. Saturday Academy is open to all students interested in additional support and enrichment opportunities. Remove 1 absence from the attendance Record!
Page: Friday, January 30th, 2026
Instrumental Petting Zoo 5 pm & Free Band Concert 6 pm! Join RHS & MPH for an UNFORGETTABLE evening of music, discovery, & community at the 
Rim High Performing Arts Center! Instrument Petting Zoo at 5:00 pm. Kids of all ages are invited to try out band instruments! 
 If your child has ever been curious about playing a band instrument, this is a perfect opportunity to explore & get hands-on experience! Rim of the World Unified Instrument Petting Zoo-Try a new instrument and then watch that instrument be played live! Thinking of beginning band? Friday, January 30th, 5 pm-6 pm-followed at 6 pm concert at 6 pm. at RHS. Explore and try different instruments to determine which is best for you.  Questions? Email: Charlotte_Ford@rimsd.k12.ca.ue  or  Kari_Stebbing@rimsd.k12.ca.us
Page: Friday, January 30th, 2026-6 pm
Consortium Collaboration Concert! After the Instrument Petting Zoo... join us in supporting our musicians during this unique opportunity and experience the incredible talent of RHS and MPH students as their top ensembles perform side by side with the honorary Southern California Brass Consortium Quintet. When: January 30 
Where: Rim High Performing Arts Center (PAC) Instrument Petting Zoo: 5:00 PM Concert: 6:00 PM. Admission is FREE. (Donations are appreciated; 
All proceeds will benefit the Arrowhead Arts Association. Bring the whole family and come celebrate music, talent, and the arts in our mountain community!
Page: Dear Families & Staff, Let’s Stay Informed! This is a friendly reminder- The ROWUSD School Board Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, January  22nd, 2026,  5:30 pm Located at the District Office. 24740 San Moritz Way, Crestline. If you cannot attend in person, you can watch the meeting live on YouTube or scan the QR Code to view it on your phone. We hope to see you there or online! Public Participation: This meeting will be held at the Rim of the World Unified School District and via YouTube. If you wish to view the meeting, log in to:
https://www.youtube.com/@rowusdschools/streams
Page: Rim of the World Mountain Bike Team Fundraiser. Please support RIM’s HS Bike Team go the Distance! The RHS  Mountain Bike Team is pedaling hard to reach their races. Your support will help them roll to the finish line! (and who can resist Krispy Kreme donuts?) Thank You!!!! Krispy Kreme Dozens to support-Rim of the World Mountain Bike Team. $15 a dozen, Over 50% donated back, ends February 13th. 
Page: RIM Adult Ed Spring Semester. You can still enroll!,  RIM Adult Ed High School Diploma, ESL, and GED/HiSet, Classes begin this week, and we are excited to welcome you!, Class Schedule: High School Diploma Class, Tuesday, January 13: 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm/
ESL (English Second Language) Class  Wednesday, January 14: 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm,/ GED/HiSet Thursday, January 15: 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm,
 Location:27380 Hwy 18, Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352 (Behind Rim High School)
 The gates at Mountain High School will open at 5:00 pm. Please plan accordingly.
 We look forward to seeing you as you take this important step toward your educational goals.
 If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Jackee Benson Email: Jackeebenson@rimsd.k12.ca.us orJeremyMontiel@rimsd.k12.ca.us (909) 336-4153
Page: Elementary School Activities
Charles Hoffman Elementary-Tuesday, 1/20: Meet the Masters Assembly/3rd Grade Ski School Fitting
Wednesday, 1/21: -Art Grades K, TK/K. K
Minimum Day Release 1:20 pm
Wednesday, 1/21: School Site Council Meeting
Thursday, 1/22: Kindness Kids Lunch
Friday, 1/23: PE Day/Dental Sealants
Monday, 1/26: Walk Through American Revolution 4th & 5th Grade
Lake Arrowhead Elementary:
Tuesday, 1/20: TK/K-Art, 1st-5th-Music
Wednesday, 1/21: PE Day; 1st-5th Grade-Music/Fire Drill
Wednesday, 1/21: Minimum Day Release at 1:20 pm
Thursday, 1/22: PE Day
Friday, 1/23: Friday Flag 8:30 am to 9:15 am;
Valley of Enchantment Elementary
Tuesday, 1/20: PE Classes
Wednesday 1/21: Behavior Assembly
 Minimum Day Dismissal 1:20 pm
Thursday, 1/22: Music & Art Class
Movie with Principal Negersmith
Friday, 1/23: Safety Drill/ Music & Art Class  
Saturday School 1/24: Saturday Academy
Page: School Activities-Mary Putnam Henck Intermediate:
New Attendance Incentive-Spin Boards
No Absences or Tardies to Win a Spin Board!
Tuesday, 1/20: iReady Testing Starts. 
Wednesday, 1/21: Minimum Early Dismissal Day
 Tuesday 1/20:  MPH tutoring before school, from 7:40 am to 8:55 am in the library. 
Thursday, 1/22: After School 3:50 pm to 5:05 pm in the library.
Drop-ins are allowed. Come and join the learning fun!
January 30: Popcorn Party Sign-up with 10 Lion Loots in the counseling office. 
Popcorn, movie, & special time with friends!
8th Grade Field Trip!-Universal Studios-Maintain a Positive Behavior, Positive Academics, Positive  Attendance, and Be Responsible!
 Saturday Academy: January 24, 2026, from 8:00 pm to 12:15 pm
Rim High School-Wednesday, 1/21: Minimum Day-Early Release
Tutoring Tuesdays & Thursdays 2:20 pm to 3:20 pm in the Library. 
Friday, 1/23: Pathway 2 Medicine Field Trip
Seniors: Cap & Gown Orders 1/21, 2/18 in Rotunda at Lunch. Final Orders due  3/13
Mountain High School-Monday, 1/19: MLK-No School
Tuesday, 1/20: Thankful Tuesday
Wednesday, 1/21: Career/College Wednesday-Minimum Early Release Day 12:40 pm, 
E-Sports-5th period foStudents on Track for Graduation 
Thursday, 1/22: Thoughtful Thursday, Life Skills Group 5th Period
Friday, 1/23: Feedback/Spirit Day-Growth Mindset Group-5th Period
Drug/Alcohol Awareness Group-RIM Family Services-5th period
Rim Virtual Academy-E-Sports Beginning Wednesday 1/21/26
Monday, 1/19: MLK-No School
Tuesday 1/20: Thankful Tuesday
Wednesday, 1/21: Wondrous Wednesday; E-Sport-3:30 pm On Campuss
Thursday 1/22: Thoughtful Thursday
Friday, 1/23: Festive Friday 
RVA Winter Social 12 to 2 pm-On Campus
Page: RIM High School Sports Events
Tuesday, January 20th, 2026: 
*JV Boys Basketball @ Arroyo Valley HS 4 pm-Away Game
JV Boys Soccer @ Eisenhower HS 4 pm-Away Game
JV Girls Basketball @ Jurupa Hills HS-Canceled
JV Girls Soccer @ Fontana HS 4 pm-Away Game
Varsity Boys Basketball @ Arroyo HS 5:30 pm-Away Game
Varsity Girls Soccer @ Fontana HS 5:30 pm -Away Game
Varsity Boys Soccer @ Eisenhower HS 5:45 pm-Away Game 
Wednesday, January 21st, 2026:
*Varsity Girls Basketball @ Jurupa Hills HS 5:30 pm-Away Game
Varsity Girls Wrestling @ Grand Terrace HS 5:30 pm-Away Game
Varsity Boys Wrestling at Grand Terrace HS 6 pm-Away Game
Thursday, January 22nd, 2026:
*JV Girls Soccer vs Bloomington HS 3:15pm-Home Game
Varsity Girls Soccer vs Bloomington HS 3:15 pm-Home Game
JV Girls Basketball vs Kaiser HS-Canceled
Varsity Girls Basketball vs Kaiser HS 4 pm-Home Game
JV Boys Basketball @ Colton HS 4:30 pm Away Game
Varsity Boys Basketball @ Colton HS 6 pm-Away Game
Saturday 24th, 2026
*JV Girls Soccer vs San Gorgonio HS 11:30 am-Home Game
Varsity Girls Soccer vs San Gorgonio HS-Home Game
Page: Race #1: Beaches to Boulders (Lake Perris) 
 Sunday, February 8th 
Race 2: The Vail Lake Challenge (Vail Lake)
Sunday, February 22nd 
Race 3: Cachuma (Cachuma Lake)
 Sunday, March 15th 
Race 4: Victory at Vail (Vail Lake)
Sunday, March 29th
Race 5: Finals (Keysville)
Sunday, April 12th
Race: State Championship  at Tehachapi
 Sunday, May 3rd
Page: Rim Communities for Youth Coalition and Rim of the World Recreation and Park District present the 5th Annual Middle School Dance. "Silent Disco" Friday, Feb. 20th, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. at the Robert Hootman Community Center. 2929 Running Springs School Rd.  For infor call 909-336-1800 or email to RCYFcoalition@rimfamilyservices.org
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nonprofit 501(c) (3) organization. EIN 33-0496148
Page: Running Springs Branch Library: 2677 Whispering Pine Dr. Running Springs, CA 92383-(909) 382-3910
All County branches will be closed January 19th & February 16th.  Session 1) January 4th-February 14th) Library Beginners 0-5 years.
Preschool Storytime. Enjoy an engaging storytime geared toward the younger crowd featuring stories, songs, rhymes, a craft, and more. A letter is featured each day to help familiarize children with the sights and sounds of the alphabet.
Kids Zone-(6-11 years) Craft Cornner
Create wonderful themed projects and learn new skills using all sorts of artistic supplies. 
Family Games Time: Enjoy the fun and challenge of playing a variety of board games while making some new friends. 
Adult Programs (18 years+)-Threads
Come and learn how to knit and crochet.
Adult Book Club-Come together with other book enthusiasts to read and discuss selected novels and nonfiction. Everyone is welcome to share their perspective and insights. 
Special Events/Meetings-Friends of the Library Book Sale
All funds from the Friends of the Library Book Sale are invested back into the local branch library to better serve the community.
OFF SESSION: February 15th to February 28th
Adult Book Club: Come together with other book enthusiasts to read and discuss selected novels and nonfiction. Everyone is welcome to share their perspective and insights. 
Read for the Record: Join us as we celebrate Read for the Record, a nationwide campaign that brings together millions of people to highlight the importance of early literacy. During this special event, children and families will enjoy a shared reading of this year's featured book, along with fun, engaging activities that inspire a love of stories and learning. 
Friend of the Library Book Sale: All funds from the Friends of the Library Book Sale are invested back into the local branch library to better serve the community.
Hours of the Library: Mon 11 am to 7 pm/ Tues. 11 am - 7 pm/ Wed. 11 am - 7 pm/Thurs 10 am - 6 pm/ Friday-closed/ Saturday 9 am - 5 pm/ Sunday-closed.