By Debbie Visconti, RPSEF Treasurer
As we reflect on 2016, the Roosevelt Public School Education Foundation (RPSEF) would like to thank everyone for another successful year. Whether you’ve contributed through a monetary gift, attended an event, volunteered time or simply spread the word that RPSEF is making a difference, we could not have done it without your help. RPSEF was one of the funders of the school-wide mosaic mural depicting our town that is located in the school lobby. If you haven’t seen it yet, make sure you do as it looks amazing! All of the tiles that the students and staff made were fired in the kiln that RPSEF won in 2014. To ensure the kiln continues to be used on a regular basis, we purchased additional pegs and shelving for the kiln so that students can fire more art work at one time.
RPSEF also shared the cost of the StarLab mini planetarium with the PTA. When each class entered the StarLab planetarium, students learned to locate stars, the Milky Way, and gained an understanding of Greek and Native American mythology used in naming the constellations. This was an event that engaged the students and enhanced their enthusiasm to learn. RPSEF didn’t stop with these two projects. Instead, as the spring approached, RPSEF contributed towards the purchase of herbs for the school garden that all students worked on as they celebrated Earth Day. Planting and tending to the garden are part of the science curriculum.
Once the school doors opened this fall, another grant request hit our desks. RPSEF approved a grant request for a “Little Free Library” where people can “take a book, leave a book.” The Student Council at RPS will be responsible for establishing and operating the library which will serve as a learning experience in planning, cooperation, and in carrying out a school and community wide project. The library will be available to community members during school hours so you can reap the benefits of your own contribution if you’re an RPSEF supporter!
In order to continue supporting the school through approval of grant requests, we need funds donated by you or through participation in one of our events to make their dreams come true. If you’re active or want to become more active, we have a few upcoming events that may be exactly what you're looking for in 2017. Let’s get our hearts pumping for two upcoming events that will be invigorating and fun. Pilates classes will be offered by Stacey Bonna, a certified instructor and Roosevelt resident, for 6 weeks beginning April 13 through May 18 in the RPS lobby. If you’re looking for something more physical, show off your skills by attending the well-liked Rockville Climbing Center event, scheduled to take place in May or June of this year and show your support for RPSEF. We hope that you will join us or share our news with someone you know. Stay tuned for more events in future editions of the Bulletin or visit us at rpsef.org. Wishing everyone a healthy and happy New Year!
As we reflect on 2016, the Roosevelt Public School Education Foundation (RPSEF) would like to thank everyone for another successful year. Whether you’ve contributed through a monetary gift, attended an event, volunteered time or simply spread the word that RPSEF is making a difference, we could not have done it without your help. RPSEF was one of the funders of the school-wide mosaic mural depicting our town that is located in the school lobby. If you haven’t seen it yet, make sure you do as it looks amazing! All of the tiles that the students and staff made were fired in the kiln that RPSEF won in 2014. To ensure the kiln continues to be used on a regular basis, we purchased additional pegs and shelving for the kiln so that students can fire more art work at one time.
RPSEF also shared the cost of the StarLab mini planetarium with the PTA. When each class entered the StarLab planetarium, students learned to locate stars, the Milky Way, and gained an understanding of Greek and Native American mythology used in naming the constellations. This was an event that engaged the students and enhanced their enthusiasm to learn. RPSEF didn’t stop with these two projects. Instead, as the spring approached, RPSEF contributed towards the purchase of herbs for the school garden that all students worked on as they celebrated Earth Day. Planting and tending to the garden are part of the science curriculum.
Once the school doors opened this fall, another grant request hit our desks. RPSEF approved a grant request for a “Little Free Library” where people can “take a book, leave a book.” The Student Council at RPS will be responsible for establishing and operating the library which will serve as a learning experience in planning, cooperation, and in carrying out a school and community wide project. The library will be available to community members during school hours so you can reap the benefits of your own contribution if you’re an RPSEF supporter!
In order to continue supporting the school through approval of grant requests, we need funds donated by you or through participation in one of our events to make their dreams come true. If you’re active or want to become more active, we have a few upcoming events that may be exactly what you're looking for in 2017. Let’s get our hearts pumping for two upcoming events that will be invigorating and fun. Pilates classes will be offered by Stacey Bonna, a certified instructor and Roosevelt resident, for 6 weeks beginning April 13 through May 18 in the RPS lobby. If you’re looking for something more physical, show off your skills by attending the well-liked Rockville Climbing Center event, scheduled to take place in May or June of this year and show your support for RPSEF. We hope that you will join us or share our news with someone you know. Stay tuned for more events in future editions of the Bulletin or visit us at rpsef.org. Wishing everyone a healthy and happy New Year!