Ram Families,

This week at Roosevelt, we had a wonderful time showing our school spirit. Students and staff dressed up to show their colors, holiday cheer and creativity.  We also had a door decorating competition for staff to make our school a cheerful and fun place. Many doors were awarded recognition for their effort, student involvement and creativity.  Thanks ASB Leaders for judging our doors and sharing the recognition.  We are looking forward to one more week of productive learning and then a wonderful winter break.

Here are some tips to help make the holiday season a little more sensory friendly for family members who need some supports to manage emotions during this time.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To Do: Join us Friday, December 19^th @ 1:30 for our Holiday Sing Along.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dates to know:

Wed Dec 10: Late Start, students may arrive at 9:50, Monthly Assembly Celebrating: Responsibility

Wed Dec 17: Late Start, students may arrive at 9:50

Dec. 22 – Jan. 2: Winter break, no school. School resumes on Monday, Jan. 5.

Wed Jan 7: Late Start, students may arrive at 9:50

Mon Jan 12: Mid Year iReady Testing to show our learning growth in Reading & Math

Wed Jan 14: Late Start, students may arrive at 9:50

Mon Jan 19^th: No School: MLK Jr. Day

Wed Jan 21: Late Start, students may arrive at 9:50

Wed Jan 28: Late Start, students may arrive at 9:50, Monthly Assembly Celebrating: Gratitude

Winter Reading Challenge is on for K-8!
Students in grades K-8 are invited to join the Winter Reading Challenge at Tacoma Public Library. It's a great way to enjoy reading while school is out of session. Log six hours of reading to complete the challenge, earn prizes and be entered to win raffles. 

Learn more and sign up here: Winter Reading Challenge website.

Report cards now available
Report cards for elementary students are now available for families to see in ParentVUE and for students in StudentVUE.

Parents are an important part of student success. Review assignments and grades with your child, reach out to the teacher if you have questions, and partner with both your teacher and school principal to support your child’s learning journey.

Administration building renovations, temporary locations starting in January

The historic Central Administration Building (CAB) is getting some much-needed improvements starting in January 2026. 

During the CAB renovation, several Tacoma Public Schools departments will relocate to temporary sites. Beginning Jan. 5, departments will be available and open to the public at the former McKinley Elementary and the Professional Development Center (PDC). 

School Board meetings will be held at the PDC. a, for the near future. 

• Former McKinley Elementary: 3702 E. McKinley Ave., Tacoma
• PDC: 6501 N. 23rd St., Tacoma

If you need assistance contacting a TPS department, please call 253-571-1000.

 

With warm appreciation for our Ram community,

Kim Hildebrandt, Principal

khildeb@tacoma.k12.wa.us

253.571.4400