In this week’s newsletter:
A message from the East Middle School PTA
Homecoming Spirit Week details
Information on downloading the RCAS app
Washington, D.C. trip updates
Picture Day – October 6
Updated dates for school clubs and sports
We're so excited to host a booth at The Great Downtown Pumpkin Festival this Saturday! Come find the Rapid City Area Schools booth for free temporary tattoos, cool swag, and a chance to chat with us! We can't wait to see you there!
In this week’s newsletter you’ll find:
Call for a School Council Representative
Information on for the Washington, D.C. trip
PTA is welcoming new members
Raptor Den (after-school tutoring) begins next week
8th graders needed for the Display Case Curators Committee – see Mrs. Plymate for details
Updated Activities Calendar with sports schedules
This Week’s Newsletter Includes:
PTA information, first meeting details, and membership link
Expectations and reminders for fans at athletic events
Updated game schedules
This Week’s Newsletter Includes:
No School – Labor Day – Monday, September 1st
Early Release – Friday, September 5th at 1:07 PM (first Friday of each month unless noted)
MAP Make-Up Testing – August 25–29
Student Council – First meeting Tuesday, September 2nd
Backpack Program – Starting soon
Q1 Game Schedules – Now available for families to view
In This Week’s Newsletter:
-MAP Testing info (Aug. 25–29) – tips for success & avoiding appointments during testing
-Knowledge Bowl and Dungeons & Dragons update – practice information & how to join
-Canvas parent account setup – step-by-step guide to connect with your student’s learning
Lots of other helpful reminders & updates to keep you informed!
Raptor Report- 08/17/2025
(click on the link above to view)
This Week in the Newsletter:
-First day of school information
-Parking lot procedures
-Football and volleyball details, including practice schedules
Newsletter Information:
The newsletter is sent out every Saturday at 9 AM to the email we have on file. Please make sure your email is up to date to receive the latest information. If you don’t receive it, the newsletter is also available on our school website’s live feed.
On Monday, August 18, all Rapid City Area Schools buildings will be closed from 7:30 a.m. to approximately 10:30 a.m. for our annual District Opener event. This is a special tradition where all RCAS staff gather to celebrate the start of the new school year and align for success. We appreciate your understanding as we take this time to connect, inspire, and ring in the new year together.
We’re excited to welcome ALL of our 6th–8th grade students and families to Open House on Wednesday, August 13th from 4:00–6:00 PM!
Come meet your teachers, walk your schedule, drop off school supplies in your lockers, and get ready for an amazing year ahead.
We can’t wait to see everyone back in the building!
#EMSOpenHouse #RaptorNation #BackToSchool
📣 Calling all incoming 6th grade families and NEW to East families! 📣
We’re excited to welcome our newest Raptors to East Middle School! Join us for 6th Grade Orientation and NEW to East on Monday, August 11th from 8:00–9:30 AM. This event is just for our 6th grade students and NEW to East and their families as they begin their middle school journey.
You'll rotate through three quick sessions to learn about:
🔹 Skyward Family Access, Communication, & Canvas
🔹 How to open lockers and navigate around the POD
🔹 Middle School Activities & Student Handbooks
After the sessions, you'll have time to ask questions, explore the building, and connect with staff. Extra-curricular sign-ups will also be available during this time!
We can’t wait to meet our new families and help our students feel confident and ready for the school year ahead. 🦖
#RaptorNation #WelcomeToMIddleSchool
