Papel Picado, meaning “perforated paper,” is a traditional Mexican folk art that involves cutting intricate designs into colorful tissue paper. Historically used to decorate celebrations such as Día de los Muertos, weddings, and fiestas, it symbolizes the blending of indigenous and Spanish cultural traditions.
Check out the photos attached to see our students’ beautiful creations!
We participate in the West Valley Athletic League and have a number of sports that are open to all students, where anyone makes the team, and those that have formal tryouts.
We do our best to field a number of teams and are proud of our program and our community's fiscal support. When we field 150 track and field athletes, it speaks volumes of us all!
With that, there are forms to complete prior to participation. The biggest of which is an athletic physical. This will continue through high school, were physicals are to completed for the upcoming school year after the conclusion of the previous school year. Attached are forms for you all...
More will be communicated by Carmon Allen-Schnoor, our Athletic Director, as we get into the year.
The slides to that New Family Orientation are here. The August Orientation has A NEW DATE... Wednesday, August 6th. The times will remain the same.
Ms. Kimberly Thompson:
Kimberly Thompson has a wealth of knowledge with thirty years of teaching experience at Rolling Hills… and she still embraces learning. Whether it’s the implementation of Writing with Design, a new social studies adoption, or Continuous Improvement Modules, Kimberly is still learning. She opens her room early every morning to support children… with a warm place to hang out or receive extra academic help. And Kimberly puts people under her wings, both colleagues and administrators helping to simplify processes and clarify expectations. Somebody commented, “She works behind the scenes to have “things” in place so that “things” don’t get overly complicated.” And for those reasons, Kimberly Thompson is our Teacher of the Year.
Mary Pereyra:
Mary is an essential member of the RHMS team, known for her reliability, consistency, and dedication to student success. As an instructional aide, she brings a calm and supportive presence to every classroom she enters. Her collaborative spirit makes her a trusted partner among teachers and staff alike. Mary consistently goes above and beyond her role, including staying after school to support students. She communicates clearly and honestly, building trust with both students and colleagues. Students know that Mary truly cares about them, not just their academics but also their well-being. She is deeply committed to helping every student access learning, regardless of their starting point. Mary is often the bridge that connects struggling students to the skills and confidence they need to succeed. She works tirelessly to build foundational skills that empower students to transition from Special Education. Her impact is long-lasting, and her students often leave her care more independent and equipped for success. It’s a question often asked: why isn’t Mary teaching? Her natural ability, compassion, and instructional skill make her more than qualified. Mary’s contributions are invaluable, and she truly exemplifies what it means to be Classified Staff of the Year.
Rosa Hellen:
When we speak of a diverse site, RHMS is just that. With four cities and six zip codes, decisions have to be made that meet many needs. Our PTA president of the last two years does just that. What I most respect about Rosa Hellen is that while she has a daughter who is now a freshman and a second who is currently in 7th grade, she asks questions through their eyes while being mindful of other perspectives. Rosa is reflective, builds consensus, pushes me to think more deeply, and has revived our PTA from where it was upon her arrival. While she’d be upset if I didn’t publicly acknowledge her entire board, we want to recognize Rosa Hellen for all she’s done for the equivalent of 1100 students over the last two years. For those reasons, Rosa Hellen is our Volunteer of the Year.
Wildmind Science Learning brought five rescued animals to our gymnasium so that our sixth graders could better understand animal adaptations. These two assemblies were a direct result of funding from our RHMS PTA.
For those who wish to learn more about Wildmind, its website is here.
Meet:
Luna, the Great Horned Owl
Liana, the Tamandua.. similar to an anteater
Tala, the Harris Hawk
Udon, the Boa Constrictor
Canine Companions has graciously agreed to bring several service dogs to campus during lunch as our students work through state testing. While this photo features Skye VII, we are also welcoming Mork and Trisha later this week! (See them below!)
For more information about this organization, you may use this link.
Both our band and chorus programs competed locally and earned strong scores from judges. Trophy hardware is displayed in classrooms. Thank you Mr. Rawlinson and Mr. Aguayo for teaching and conducting such strong programs!
Picture day is coming. Tuesday Sept. 30, 2025
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RHMS Families,
Have you registered your PowerSchool and Parent Square accounts? If not, join us for the Parent Portal Workshop on Tuesday, September 23rd. We will offer a morning and an afternoon session. Click the link below or scan the QR code in the flyer attached to reserve your spot and choose a session.
Parent Portal Workshop Sign-up
Details
When: Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Times:
Location: Rolling Hills Middle School - in the main office
RHMS is hosting its Back to School Night on Tuesday, September 16th from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.
This link provides you a flyer to support your travels =)
Our RHMS PTA Board will be at an array of tables greeting and sharing important information, and our Leadership students will be present to help guide families to the right locations.
