As announced this summer, Rutherford County Schools has launched two new technology tools that will simplify how parents receive information and how they interact with their teachers and coaches to learn about their student’s academics, school announcements, and extra-curricular activities.

The first one is ParentVue by Synergy, and this will be used to see your student’s academic information, including report cards, daily grades, missing assignments, class schedules, etc. It is similar to Skyward that we used last year, but it is much more mobile and user friendly. The companion is called StudentVue and contain similar information for students. 

The second app, and perhaps the most important, is MyRCS. Search for “Rutherford County Schools” in your app store, and download it for free.

The MyRCS app will be used by parents to receive messages and interact with your school, teachers, coaches, or band directors depending on the activities students are involved in. This is the sole communication platform we are using for this type of communication this year. It replaces platforms such as ClassDojo, Remind, Band or any others as parents have asked for a one-stop source for school information. 

Once downloaded, you can select which schools your children attend to receive a live feed of news items from those schools. By adjusting your preferences, written messages families receive are translated automatically into your preferred language. You can also interact directly teachers and coaches using a featured called “Rooms,” which is a secure two-way communication tool. 

Rooms launches Monday and Parents will receive an email or text message inviting them to join their teacher’s or coach’s Room. If you don’t get the email or text, that’s ok. Beginning Monday evening you can visit the Rooms section of the app, or use the login button on your school’s website.

For your login, all you need to enter is the cell phone number you have on file with your school or your email address. You should then receive an access code, and you will be logged in. 

For a quick overview of how the platform works, watch this short video introduction. If you have questions or need assistance, visit our Rooms Resources webpage. Links to download the apps are available here.

Rutherford County Schools is excited to offer these communication tools for parents and students. We want to ensure everyone stays informed about their students and schools. Thanks again for your patience and cooperation as we settle in to a new school year. 

📢 Poplar Hill Middle School Opening Traffic Information 📢
As we prepare to open the doors of Poplar Hill Middle School, we are excited to welcome our students and families to campus soon! To help ensure a safe and efficient start to the school year, please familiarize yourself with the school's traffic pattern for student arrival and dismissal.
🚗 Traffic Reminders:
✅ Follow the designated traffic flow at all times.
✅ Obey posted signs and directions from staff members.
✅ Use only designated drop-off and pick-up areas.
✅ Do not block the bus lanes. Keeping bus lanes clear helps ensure students arrive and depart safely and on schedule.
✅ Drive slowly and remain alert for students, staff, and other vehicles.
✅ Expect heavier traffic during the first few weeks and allow extra travel time.
Thank you for your patience, cooperation, and support as we open this exciting new chapter at Poplar Hill Middle School. By working together, we can create a safe and positive experience for all students and families from day one!
✨ Welcome to Poplar Hill Middle School!

🐾💚💛 Bobcat Dress Up Days are next week! Let's celebrate what makes our school special by showing our Bobcat pride all week long. From bright colors and spirit wear to Picture Day, every day is a chance to represent our school community and cheer on one another. One School, One Pack. Let's Go Bobcats!

-A message from the PHMS Parent Involvement Committee-

🐾 PHMS Parent Involvement Committee Presents: Snacks & Supplies! 🐾

We’re excited to show our PHMS teachers and staff some love this month with “Snacks & Supplies!”

We’re asking families to help by donating school supplies and individually packaged snacks for our amazing teachers and staff.

📅 Donations are due Monday, August 31st. See the link for more information. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080A45AFA82EAAF49-64836961-welcome

Thank you for helping us support the people who pour so much into our Bobcats every day!