Recent News Articles for Ridgefield Public Schools
MEET WITH A BOE MEMBER ON MAY 21
You are invited to meet with Board of Education member Chris Murray to talk about what you believe is important about education in Ridgefield.&
RHS OPEN CAMPUS PROPOSAL
Ridgefield High School Student Government representatives presented a proposal for an Open Campus privilege for senior students to the Board of Education on April 23, 2012. Click HERE to review the document and HERE to view the PowerPoint.
K-5 CONFIGURATION & K-8 REDISTRICTING
On January 9, 2012, the BOE approved the process and timeline for discussion of K-5 Configuration and K-8 Redistricting. There will be public information sessions with public comment ahead of the May 29, 2012 BOE vote. Click HERE to view the timeline and HERE to view the schedule of meetings , updated March 12. OPEN<
BOE 2012-13 PROPOSED BUDGET
The Board of Education approved the 2012-13 proposed budget on Monday, Feb 13. Click HERE to view the BOE 2012-13 budget PowerPoint presentation at the March 27 BOF Public Hearing. Click HERE to view the contents of the complete 2012-13 proposed budget.
HealthierUS School Challenge Award given to BMES
Barlow Mountain Elementary School has been awarded the USDA's HealthierUS School Challenge (HUSSC) Bronze award. BMES is one of 2,161 schools throughout the country recognized for creating a healthier school environment through improvements in the quality of food while providing both nutrition and physical education to promote healthy lifestyles. Congratulations to Food Service Director, Janet Schmitz and her staff, as well as to the administration and families at BMES for their great initiative and hard
RHS Principal Search- Timeline & Posting
The district is seeking an outstanding educator for the position of Principal of Ridgefield High School. To learn of the search process and requirements, click HERE and see the two-page presentation on this topic to the Board of Education on Jan 23.
2013-16 RPS CALENDARS
On Feb 13, the proposal for the district's 3-year calendar, from 2013 to 2016, was approved by the BOE. Click HERE to view the calendars; click HERE to view each year's corresponding emergency closing plans.
Process & Timeline for Possible Elem School Closure
At the Dec 12 BOE meeting, the draft of a timeline and process for closing an elementary school was presented and discussed. Click HERE to view the document. Further BOE discussion and a vote to approve the timeline is scheduled for the Jan 9 BOE meeting.
CT PLAN FOR SECONDARY SCHOOL REFORM
Recent CT state law increases high school graduation requirements to a minimum of 25 credits by 2020 in specified subjects to reflect the skills needed to ensure success in college and careers in a global society. A proposed draft of RHS course reforms was presented to the BOE on Nov 28. Click HERE to view PowerPoint.
DR. CHUNG'S 2012-2021 ENROLLMENT PROJECTIONS
Dr. Chung presented his 2012-21 Enrollment Projections to the Board of Education on November 14, 2011. To see his PowerPoint presentation, please click here.
WEATHER RELATED DELAYS, EARLY DISMISSALS & CLOSINGS
During the winter season there may be reason to delay, close or dismiss schools early. Click HERE to learn of the process and schedules to follow if a decision is made to change the regular schedule.
CL&P Reimbursement
On December 22, 2011, CL&P reimbursed Ridgefield Public Schools for excess payments made since 2003. For more information, click here.
THE COMMON CORE STATE STANDARDS
With unanimous vote, the CTState Board of Education adopted new national academic standards, known as The Common Core State Standards (CCSS). The CCSS were "designed to consist of fewer, clearer and higher-level standards; to be aligned with college and work expectations; to include rigorous content and application of knowledge through higher order thinking skills; to be internationally benchmarked so that all students will be prepared to succeed in our global economy; and to be based on evidence and research".&nb
Ridgefield "NOW WE'RE TALKING"
Ridgefield Now We're Talking is an award-winning live educational program which identifies vital issues as they involve the education of children K-12, and broadcasts programs which will build awareness about these issues within our community. Upcoming programs are:
PROFILES OF STUDENT LIFE: ATTITUDES & BEHAVIORS
The results from the Search Institute Survey sponsored by the Ridgefield Community Coalition Against Substance Abuse was presented to the public on Sept 19, 2011. HERE is the executive summary of that presentation.
RESIDENTS' USE of TIGER HOLLOW
Any Ridgefield resident who wants to use the Tiger Hollow track or Ridgefield High School tennis courts during school hours, please contact the security person outside the RHS main office for a one time sign-in. The security person will ask you for proof of Ridgefield residency (driver’s license, etc.) and will take your name and address. Then he will give you a pass (a pass will be available for your car as well; please display it on the dashboard).