ROCKY POINT MIDDLE SCHOOL (6-8)
76 Rocky Point-Yaphank Road | Rocky Point, NY 11778
Phone: (631) 744-1603 | Fax: (631) 886-0000
Principal: Mrs. Meyers
Assistant Principal: Dr. Herbert
School Hours: 7:15 AM - 1:41 PM
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Principal's Message
December 2023
Dear Parents and Guardians:
November was a month full of activities at the Middle School. The RPMS held its fourth Veteran’s Day
ceremony, organized by social studies teacher John Mauceri. This special day paid tribute to the veterans of our
armed services. The student body was treated to patriotic music performed by our 8th grade chorus, orchestra and
band. Student artwork was prominently displayed which conveyed their gratitude to our veterans. Eighth grade
students, Gabriela Madrid and Gabrielle Schnittman read essays they had composed, expressing their thoughts
about the importance of our veterans. Guests of honor included members of the VFW and retired staff members
who served in the armed forces. Additionally, the ceremony was live-steamed to the Stony Brook Veteran’s
Home. The service culminated with the RPMS presenting our own Joseph Masterson with a plaque thanking him
for his years of service in the United States Coast Guard.
I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate the cast and crew for an incredible job with their
performances of “The Wizard of Oz”. Hopefully, you had a chance to see this amazing production under the
direction of Ms. Spitz and Mrs. Farrell, and choreographed by Ms. Jamie Mancini. As anyone who saw the show
would agree, the talent that our own RPMS performers possess is simply astounding!
December promises to be busy as well. Our first Winter athletic season is well underway, with student
athletes participating in Boys’ Basketball, Girls’ Volleyball, and Competition Cheer. The Student Government is
hosting the “Nightmare Before the Holiday Season” winter dance for middle school students on December 8
th
.
Sixth grade students going to the dance will stay after school to attend the dance from 2:30 - 4PM. Seventh and
Eighth grade students will attend from 4:30 - 6 PM. Tickets are $7 and are on sale during the lunch periods.
Please DO NOT PURCHASE outfits for this dance, as it is very informal, however, it is an opportunity for our
students to socialize. Please be sure to make arrangements to pick up your children after each dance, because no
students are permitted to walk off the school grounds. (The 4PM bus will be available for the 6th grade.)
During the first week of December, the eighth grade Social Studies classes will be visited by our SCPD
Cope Officer, Officer Allison. At these meetings, he will discuss Internet Safety with our students. Also, as part
of a unit of study in their 7th grade English classes, students will travel to Theater III in Port Jefferson to see a
production of Charles Dickens’, “A Christmas Carol.” Students will be able to enjoy the show and take part in a
“Question and Answer” session with the show’s cast.
The Music Department is working hard to prepare our budding musicians for the Winter Concerts. The
Winter I concert is scheduled for Wednesday, December 13
th at 7PM, highlighting the MS Select Chorus, Band 6,
Chorus 6, Orchestra 6, and Orchestra 7. The Winter II session is scheduled for Thursday, December 14
th at 7PM
and this evening will showcase Band 7, Chorus 7, Band 8, Chorus 8, and Orchestra 8.
Incredibly, we are already almost halfway through the second quarter. Be sure to stay on top of your
child’s academic progress by logging into the ParentPortal: https://parentportal.eschooldata.com/rockypointufsd
The portal provides up-to-date grade reporting as well as attendance information. If you have questions about
missing assignments do not hesitate to contact your child’s teacher via email. If you would like to set up a team
meeting with your child’s teachers, contact your child’s counselor or contact the main office with any other
questions.
REMINDER: teachers announce which days Extra Help will be offered in their Google Classrooms which will
take place after school from 1:43 PM - 2:08 PM. Students staying for extra help can take the 2:15 bus home.
Also, if your child is driven to school in the morning, student drop off (6:50AM-7:10AM) will take place at the
back of the High School tennis court area. If dropping off after 7:10, please drop off in front of the middle
School. (Please note, no student may enter the RPMS before 6:50AM)
Upcoming important dates to remember:
- December 8 - Middle School Holiday Dance- (6th Grade 2:30 -4PM & 7th/8th Grade 4:30 -6 PM)
- December 9 - PTA Holiday Boutique- RPMS (9AM-3PM)
- December 13- Winter Concert I – 7PM (HS Aud.)
- December 14- Winter Concert II – 7PM (HS Aud.)
- December 15 – 7
th Grade Field Trip to Theater Three in Port Jefferson to see “A Christmas Carol”
- December 25- January 1-Winter Recess- No School
On behalf of the RPMS staff, we would like to wish you all an enjoyable holiday season and Happy New Year.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to the building with questions/concerns you may have at 631-744-7603.
Sincerely,
Dawn Meyers
Principal
Contact Information
| Area of Concern |
Person to Contact |
Phone Number |
| To schedule a meeting with your child’s team of teachers |
Guidance Office |
744-1600, ext. 7311/7312 |
| Classwork |
Teacher |
744-1603 |
| Curriculum and Grading |
Teacher |
744-1603 |
| Student-Teacher Relationship |
Teacher, then Counselor |
744-1603 |
| Student Progress |
Teacher; then Counselor; then Administration |
744-1603 |
| School Policy |
Ms. Meyers, Principal |
744-1600, ext. 7302/7203 |
| School Program |
Ms. Meyers, Principal |
744-1600, ext. 7302/7303 |
| Absences or Tardiness, Homework Requests |
Absences can be called in to the attendance line 24 hours |
744-1600, ext 7304 |
| Student Behavior, School Bus Incidents |
Dr. Herbert, Assistant Principal |
744-1600, ext. 7303 |
| School Accident or Illness/ Health Office |
Mrs. Nash/Ms. Firrello, School Nurses |
744-1600, ext 7334/7335 |
Mission Statement
To promote a middle school environment where the academic, social, emotional, and physical needs of all students are addressed through respect, pride, and a commitment to quality and excellence.