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PTA News for Friday 5/6/2022

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Hello Mustangs! We hope everyone had a wonderful week! Please remember that SBAC (State Testing) continues next week through approximately May 10th. Make sure your student rests up and grabs a good breakfast each morning and is on time and ready to go! You got this, Mustangs! 🙂

And… Good Luck to Our Lady Mustangs Soccer Team TOMORROW Saturday 5/7 1 p.m. as they compete in the LBUSD Middle School Division 1 Girls’ Soccer Championship vs. Keller at LBCC (Liberal Arts Campus, Carson-Clark). GO MUSTANGS!

 REMINDER! CHECK ROGERS SCHOOL COMMUNICATIONS FROM PRINCIPAL WOOD FOR THE PTA NEWS LINK EVERY FRIDAY AFTERNOON CLASSES ARE IN SESSION!

(Though no longer required, you may also opt-in for a direct email link by self-subscribing at this link.)

IMG_0975Teacher Appreciation Week Wrap-Up | This week May 2-6, our PTA community celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week and recognized our hard-working teachers and staff at Rogers!

PTA hosted a breakfast on Monday, which included coffee donated by Sheldrake’s Coffee (formerly Polly’s) on 2nd Street and cookies from Colossus Bakery (also on 2nd Street). On Wednesday, we hosted a lunch donated by George’s Greek Cafe, which is owned by one of our Rogers families. Today Friday, we will be hosting another lunch and will also present our teachers and staff with a small token of our appreciation.

Throughout the month of May, PTA will continue the celebration by stocking the Rogers  lounge refrigerator with drinks and provide snacks for our teachers and staff to say thank you for all they do!

A BIG and VERY special thank you to the many parents who assisted with setting up and serving the meals: Sarah Balusik, Shana Balladares, Laura Carson, Cara Murillo, Kavita Huerta, Jane Thompson, and Kelli Urbano.

We also want to recognize all the parents and others who donated food, drinks, snacks and serving utensils and plates… PTA couldn’t make ANY of this happen without you! PTA loves ALL of its teachers, staff, VIPS, and volunteers! THANK YOU!

open house text on sandwich board clip artSave the Date! Open House IN PERSON Wednesday May 18th 6-7 p.m. | Rogers is holding IN PERSON Open House later this month! Parents and students are welcome to come by during this event to visit classrooms, meet teachers, look at student work, and generally visit campus. This is a free-form event with no bell schedule, so make time to visit all of your child’s classrooms and spaces on campus that they spend time in daily. We hope you can make it!

Please note this is not a PTA event. Questions about Open House may be directed to the Rogers Front Office.

Rogers Middle School PTA logo thumbnail social image b.wSAVE THE DATE! PTA General Association Meeting Tuesday 5/24/2022 at 6:30 p.m. IN PERSON AT ROGERS Please plan to attend the next Rogers General Association PTA Meeting later this month on campus at Rogers (exact location TBA). Please note this is the final meeting for the 2021-22 school year.

While EVERYONE is welcome and invited to attend this meeting, please note that only active 2021-22 Rogers PTA members are eligible to vote. Items to be discussed at this meeting include funding for the 2022-23 school year, end-of-year recognitions, 8th Grade events and activities, and so much more to wrap up the current year at Rogers. Principal Wood also is scheduled to address membership at this month’s meeting. We do hope you can come to learn more about what is happening at Rogers – bring a friend or two!

We hope we can count on your support, voice, and vote to help with these efforts! Out of respect for everyone’s time, PTA is going to start the meeting right at 6:30 p.m. and make it a goal to keep the scheduled agenda to one-hour. Thank you for your understanding.

Horse head shot clipart image w a mortar board graduation hat8th GRADE COMMITTEE UPDATES | Our committee visited CSULB last week, and we are excited for an amazing event with bowling, billiards, dancing, and more! Parents and students, please look for a flyer and permission slip in the next few weeks that will be sent home from the school. The next meeting will be on May 24th from 6-8pm (please email for the location).

The 8th Grade Committee Still Needs Your Support! The end-of-year party for all Rogers 8th Graders is scheduled for Tuesday, June 14th from 6-9 p.m. at the CSULB Student Union. Haven’t donated yet? We are looking for 20 more families to donate $25 by Monday May 15th! You can link to the donation portal specifically for 8th Grade events at the PTA store by using the link here. Let’s make it a night to remember for ALL of our 8th Grade students!

A BIG Thank You to the 50+ families who have donated so far to date! To clarify, please note that this celebration is not the promotion ceremony but a special, additional party being planned for our 8th grade students to have a last “hurrah” together as a class. A suggested donation of $25 per 8th Grade student is requested to cover the costs of the event for ALL 8th graders – DONATE TODAY! 

Want to help or have questions? Any 8th Grade parent or guardian interested in helping with the event planning or attending the next meeting to learn more should please email Danielle Van Divort at deesteinberg@yahoo.com (Subject: Rogers 8th Grade Event Planning; please include contact info and student name in your email to make sure you are added to the contact list!) 8th Grade Donation Link

MBWA4064Rogers Music Fundraiser Festival Saturday May 21st, 4-7 p.m. | The Rogers Music Program will be holding its large annual fundraiser event outdoors at Rogers later this month! Tickets are just $25 to come and enjoy our Beginning, Intermediate, and Advance Band and Orchestral ensembles, along with food, games, opportunity drawings, and more! Buy a ticket, bring a lawn chair, and come enjoy Saturday afternoon in Rogers Park on 5/21, all while supporting the music program. Monies raised will go back into the program in the form of music equipment and instruments/ upkeep, supplemental teaching and coaching, field trip opportunities, and other enrichment. Silent auction opening online soon.

Please note this is not a PTA event. For more information on the Rogers Music Fundraiser, please contact Mr. Hamilton at khamilton@lbschools.net
Purchase Rogers Music Event Tickets Here
Donate Items to Rogers Music Silent Auction Here
Preview Rogers Music Online Silent Auction Items Here

VIPS | APPLY NOW! If you are interested in becoming a VIPS (Volunteers in Public Schools) for Rogers Middle School and you do not or no longer have an active VIPS badge for our school site, please email Karina Vasquez in the school’s front office at kvasquez@lbschools.net to start the application process. Please note that only current Rogers VIPS will be able to help with on campus events during school hours. Please review current VIPS guidance for the 2021-22 school year: VIPS Guidance for 2021-22

BANNER OPPORTUNITIES STILL AVAILABLE | Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship for 2022! Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship

Rogers PTA Passive Fundraising with Amazon Prime & Ralphs | Register Now!

Rogers PTA and Rogers School Stores BOTH ONLINE NOW!
Rogers PTA Online Store (PE Uniform, sweatshirts, memberships, 8th Grade donations, and banner sponsorships)
Rogers School Store (Spirit wear uniform T-shirt tops, yearbooks, and other items from school directly)

For all PTA News in real time, please like-follow Rogers PTA on Social Media:
Facebook @RogersMiddleSchoolPTA
Instagram @RogersMiddleSchoolPTA
Members and families are also welcome to subscribe to updates to our website here. Families should also read/watch all weekly school site e-newsletters and/or video messages from school (remember to check your email, texts, and Canvas for communications; links also may be posted to the Rogers School Website).

Contact Rogers PTA Anytime at: rogersmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com
Due to spamming issues on the website, commenting has been disabled, but email is ALWAYS welcome!

IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES 2021-2022                                                   
(Subject to Change – Stay Updated on Rogers School Website)
Sat. 5/7, 1 p.m.               LBUSD Middle School Girls’ Soccer Championship v. Keller
Through May 10th          SBAC Testing (All Grades) | Check Rogers Communications
Wed. 5/18                       Minimum Day 2:18 p.m. Dismissal
Wed. 5/18, 6-7 p.m.        Open House | IN PERSON at ROGERS
Thurs. 5/19                      Minimum Day 2:18 p.m. Dismissal
Sat. 5/21, 4-7 p.m.          RMS Music Fundraiser | More Info Above & In Music Classes
Tues. 5/24, 6:30 p.m.      PTA General Association Mtg. | IN PERSON at ROGERS
Mon. 5/30                        Memorial Day Holiday | NO SCHOOL
Thurs. 6/9                        PTA Board Meeting
Thurs. 6/9                        8th Grade Class Knott’s Berry Farm Field Trip
Tues. 6/14, 6-9 p.m.        8th Grade Celebration at CSULB Student Union
Wed. 6/15, 9 a.m.            8th Grade Promotion at Rogers (Outdoor Event)
Wed. 6/15                        Last Day of School | Minimum Day 2:18 p.m. Dismissal

Link to Official Rogers Middle School Calendar now available on PTA website here.

PTA News for Friday 4/29/2022

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Hello Mustangs! We hope everyone had a spectacular Spring Break! Please remember that SBAC (State Testing) begins next week May 3rd and will go through approximately May 10th. Make sure your student rests up and grabs a good breakfast each morning and is on time and ready to go! You got this, Mustangs! 🙂

 REMINDER! CHECK ROGERS SCHOOL COMMUNICATIONS FROM PRINCIPAL WOOD FOR THE PTA NEWS LINK EVERY FRIDAY AFTERNOON CLASSES ARE IN SESSION!

(Though no longer required, you may also opt-in for a direct email link by self-subscribing at this link.)

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 2 to 6 2022 at Rogers. Volunteers are needed.LET’S HONOR OUR ROGERS TEACHERS AND STAFF!!
Rogers Middle School Teacher Appreciation Week starts NEXT WEEK May 2nd – 6th  With the support of our Rogers PTA and Student Council, we will be honoring our hard-working teachers and school staff with special meals and words of gratitude and support. Have your child keep an eye out for how they can participate the week after we return from spring break.

We are in need of parent volunteers to help set-up and serve breakfast and lunches for our teachers. Can’t make it during the week? We are also in need of parents/students to sign-up to donate drinks and snacks for the month of May. Please visit the link below to find the remaining slots to sign-up to support our efforts. Thank you in advance for your help and let’s show our Rogers staff how much we appreciate them!! Sign-Up Genius for Teacher Appreciation Week May 2-6

If you want to help, please email Committee Chair Jen Cops at rogersmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com (Subject: Teacher Appreciation Week Volunteering).

Rogers SBAC Student Behavior Gift Card Incentive Program | Help Rogers Mustangs Succeed on the SBAC! Rogers students will be taking the SBAC exams starting May 3rd through approximately May 10th. This year, Rogers will be rewarding its students during the SBAC testing period through a series of prize drawings. All students who come to school on time and show great Mustang behavior during the SBAC testing period will be eligible.

Rogers is requesting donations for the drawing prizes; $5 and $10 gift cards or other items that you or your business are able to donate are welcome. Donations should be submitted to the Rogers Front Office by the end of today Friday, April 29th.

Thank you! Go Mustangs!

Please note this is not a PTA-sponsored program. Please contact the school’s front office if you have questions about this incentive rewards program.

Logo "Rogers Middle School 2022 Mustang Drive Long Beach, CA"Mustang Drive UPDATES | We hope everyone had a wonderful time at the Mustang Drive Celebration THURSDAY, APRIL 14TH!

Great job Mustangs! We met our milestone of raising $30,000. Every student in the school was entered into a raffle to win tickets to Universal Studios. Congratulations to the winner!

We had lots and lots of winners!

  • The money vault was huge. Every winner grabbed more than $100. We gave away more than $1,000.
  • The classes that earned the most (per student) were: Hamilton, Hines, and Klements. Pizza party will be coming your way.
  • Three students won $100 Amazon gift cards and 300 students won $10 gift cards (In-N-Out, Starbucks, and Snow Monster).

Winners will be contacted next week with instructions on how to claim their prize.

A BIG THANK YOU AGAIN to our donors, volunteers, students, teachers, and staff for making this wonderful event possible for our school! WE APPRECIATE YOU!

Check out the dedicated Mustang Drive website page for a summarized diary of updates as recorded during the donation drive period. Have any questions? Please email or text Mary Loos, maryzerafa@gmail.com or 562 754-2500 for more information.

Horse head shot clipart image w a mortar board graduation hatThe 8th Grade Committee Still Needs Your Support | The end-of-year party for all Rogers 8th Graders is scheduled for Tuesday, June 14th from 6-9 p.m. at the CSULB Student Union. Haven’t donated yet? We are looking for 20 more families to donate $25 by May 15th! You can link to the donation portal specifically for 8th Grade events at the PTA store by using the link here. Let’s make it a night to remember for ALL of our 8th Grade students!

A BIG Thank You to the 50+ families who have donated so far to date! To clarify, please note that this celebration is not the promotion ceremony but a special, additional party being planned for our 8th grade students to have a last “hurrah” together as a class. A suggested donation of $25 per 8th Grade student is requested to cover the costs of the event for ALL 8th graders – DONATE TODAY! 

Want to help or have questions? Any 8th Grade parent or guardian interested in helping with the event planning or attending the next meeting to learn more should please email Danielle Van Divort at deesteinberg@yahoo.com (Subject: Rogers 8th Grade Event Planning; please include contact info and student name in your email to make sure you are added to the contact list!) 8th Grade Donation Link

VIPS | APPLY NOW! If you are interested in becoming a VIPS (Volunteers in Public Schools) for Rogers Middle School and you do not or no longer have an active VIPS badge for our school site, please email Karina Vasquez in the school’s front office at kvasquez@lbschools.net to start the application process. Please note that only current Rogers VIPS will be able to help with on campus events during school hours. Please review current VIPS guidance for the 2021-22 school year: VIPS Guidance for 2021-22

BANNER OPPORTUNITIES STILL AVAILABLE | Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship for 2022! Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship

Rogers PTA Passive Fundraising with Amazon Prime & Ralphs | Register Now!

Rogers PTA and Rogers School Stores BOTH ONLINE NOW!
Rogers PTA Online Store (PE Uniform, sweatshirts, memberships, 8th Grade donations, and banner sponsorships)
Rogers School Store (Spirit wear uniform T-shirt tops, yearbooks, and other items from school directly)

For all PTA News in real time, please like-follow Rogers PTA on Social Media:
Facebook @RogersMiddleSchoolPTA
Instagram @RogersMiddleSchoolPTA
Members and families are also welcome to subscribe to updates to our website here. Families should also read/watch all weekly school site e-newsletters and/or video messages from school (remember to check your email, texts, and Canvas for communications; links also may be posted to the Rogers School Website).

Contact Rogers PTA Anytime at: rogersmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com
Due to spamming issues on the website, commenting has been disabled, but email is ALWAYS welcome!

IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES 2021-2022                                                   
(Subject to Change – Stay Updated on Rogers School Website)
TODAY FRI. 4/29            DUE Gift Cards Donations, SBAC | Front Office (more above)
May 2-6                           Teacher Appreciation Week | See Above for More Info
May 3-10                         SBAC Testing (All Grades) | Check Rogers Communications
Thurs. 5/5                        PTA Board Meeting
Wed. 5/18                       Minimum Day 2:18 p.m. Dismissal
Wed. 5/18, 6-7 p.m.        Open House | IN PERSON at ROGERS
Thurs. 5/19                      Minimum Day 2:18 p.m. Dismissal
Sat. 5/21, 4-7 p.m.          RMS Music Fundraiser | More Info From Your Music Student
Tues. 5/24, 6:30 p.m.      PTA General Association Mtg. | IN PERSON at ROGERS
Mon. 5/30                        Memorial Day Holiday | NO SCHOOL
Thurs. 6/2                        PTA Board Meeting
Thurs. 6/9                        8th Grade Class Knott’s Berry Farm Field Trip
Tues. 6/14, 6-9 p.m.        8th Grade Celebration at CSULB
Wed. 6/15, 9 a.m.            8th Grade Promotion at Rogers (Outdoor Event)
Wed. 6/15                        Last Day of School | Minimum Day 2:18 p.m. Dismissal

Link to Official Rogers Middle School Calendar now available on PTA website here.

PTA News for THURSDAY 4/14/2022

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Hello Mustangs! We hope everyone had a wonderful week and a great time at the Mustang Drive today! THANK YOU to all who participated and donated to the cause! A full update and prize announcements will be given after we return from Spring Break. In the meantime, please remember… IT’S NOT TOO LATE to DONATE! The portal to donate to Mustang Drive remains open online at the Pledgestar fundraising website (Please Note: Incentives closed as of 4/13). Thank you!

HAVE A SUPER SPRING BREAK, MUSTANGS! Spring Break is from 4/15-22 with classes resuming on Monday 4/25.

REMINDER! CHECK ROGERS SCHOOL COMMUNICATIONS FROM PRINCIPAL WOOD FOR THE PTA NEWS LINK EVERY FRIDAY AFTERNOON CLASSES ARE IN SESSION!

(Though no longer required, you may also opt-in for a direct email link by self-subscribing at this link.)

Logo "Rogers Middle School 2022 Mustang Drive Long Beach, CA"Mustang Drive UPDATES | We hope everyone had a wonderful time today out at the Mustang Drive Celebration TODAY THURSDAY, APRIL 14TH! A full update and prize announcements will be given after we return from Spring Break.

A BIG THANK YOU to our donors and volunteers for making this wonderful event possible for our students, teachers, staff, and school! WE APPRECIATE YOU!

Mustang Drive Donations Still Welcome! Thank you to everyone who has donated so far to help Rogers PTA meet its goals for funding programs and activities for the 2022-23 school year! If you have not already, please register and send donation requests via PledgeStar, which remains open NOW (Please Note: Incentives are closed to class and other goal-oriented contests as of 4/13). REMEMBER: If every student raises $67 we will meet our goal!

Check out the dedicated Mustang Drive website page for frequent updates. Have any questions? Please email or text Mary Loos, maryzerafa@gmail.com or 562 754-2500 for more information!

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 2 to 6 2022 at Rogers. Volunteers are needed.LET’S HONOR OUR ROGERS TEACHERS AND STAFF!!
Rogers Middle School Teacher Appreciation Week is May 2nd – 6th  With the support of our Rogers PTA and Student Council, we will be honoring our hard-working teachers and school staff with special meals and words of gratitude and support. Have your child keep an eye out for how they can participate the week after we return from spring break.

We are in need of parent volunteers to help set-up and serve breakfast and lunches for our teachers. Can’t make it during the week? We are also in need of parents/students to sign-up to donate drinks and snacks for the month of May. Please visit the link below to sign-up to support our efforts. Thank you in advance for your help and let’s show our Rogers staff how much we appreciate them!! Sign-Up Genius for Teacher Appreciation Week May 2-6

If you want to help, please email Committee Chair Jen Cops at rogersmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com (Subject: Teacher Appreciation Week Volunteering).

Rogers SBAC Student Behavior Gift Card Incentive Program | Help Rogers Mustangs Succeed on the SBAC! Rogers students will be taking the SBAC exams starting May 3 through approximately May 10. This year, Rogers will be rewarding its students during the SBAC testing period through a series of prize drawings. All students who come to school on time and show great Mustang behavior during the SBAC testing period will be eligible.

Rogers is requesting donations for the drawing prizes; $5 and $10 gift cards or other items that you or your business are able to donate are welcome. Donations should be submitted to the Rogers Front Office by Friday, April 29th.

Thank you! Go Mustangs!

Please note this is not a PTA-sponsored program. Please contact AP Linda Cargile in the front office if you have questions about this incentive rewards program. 

Horse head shot clipart image w a mortar board graduation hatThe 8th Grade Committee Still Needs Your Support | The end-of-year party for all Rogers 8th Graders is scheduled for Tuesday, June 14th from 6-9 p.m. at the CSULB Student Union. Haven’t donated yet? We are looking for 20 more families to donate $25 by May 15th! You can link to the donation portal specifically for 8th Grade events at the PTA store by using the link here. Let’s make it a night to remember for ALL of our 8th Grade students!

A BIG Thank You to the 50+ families who have donated so far to date! To clarify, please note that this celebration is not the promotion ceremony but a special, additional party being planned for our 8th grade students to have a last “hurrah” together as a class. A suggested donation of $25 per 8th Grade student is requested to cover the costs of the event for ALL 8th graders – DONATE TODAY! 

Want to help or have questions? Any 8th Grade parent or guardian interested in helping with the event planning or attending the next meeting to learn more should please email Danielle Van Divort at deesteinberg@yahoo.com (Subject: Rogers 8th Grade Event Planning; please include contact info and student name in your email to make sure you are added to the contact list!) 8th Grade Donation Link

ICYMI | Operation Easter Basket UPDATE | Thank you to everyone who donated items and helped put together the baskets for the local Operation Easter Basket drive. Through everyone’s efforts, Rogers was able to donate 75 completed baskets to the cause!

Big thanks to Local LB “Good Guy” Justin Rudd for letting Rogers partner with him annually on this cause. Check out some of the photos and videos posted on Justin Rudd’s Social Media showing the students dropping off the baskets here and here.

VIPS | APPLY NOW! If you are interested in becoming a VIPS (Volunteers in Public Schools) for Rogers Middle School and you do not or no longer have an active VIPS badge for our school site, please email Karina Vasquez in the school’s front office at kvasquez@lbschools.net to start the application process. Please note that only current Rogers VIPS will be able to help with on campus events during school hours. Please review current VIPS guidance for the 2021-22 school year: VIPS Guidance for 2021-22

BANNER OPPORTUNITIES STILL AVAILABLE | Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship for 2022! Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship

Rogers PTA Passive Fundraising with Amazon Prime & Ralphs | Register Now!

Rogers PTA and Rogers School Stores BOTH ONLINE NOW!
Rogers PTA Online Store (PE Uniform, sweatshirts, memberships, 8th Grade donations, and banner sponsorships)
Rogers School Store (Spirit wear uniform T-shirt tops, yearbooks, and other items from school directly)

For all PTA News in real time, please like-follow Rogers PTA on Social Media:
Facebook @RogersMiddleSchoolPTA
Instagram @RogersMiddleSchoolPTA
Members and families are also welcome to subscribe to updates to our website here. Families should also read/watch all weekly school site e-newsletters and/or video messages from school (remember to check your email, texts, and Canvas for communications; links also may be posted to the Rogers School Website).

Contact Rogers PTA Anytime at: rogersmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com
Due to spamming issues on the website, commenting has been disabled, but email is ALWAYS welcome!

IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES 2021-2022                                                   
(Subject to Change – Stay Updated on Rogers School Website)
April 15-22                       Admissions Day & SPRING BREAK 2022 | NO SCHOOL
Mon. 4/25                        School Resumes (Regular Schedule)
April 25-29                       Green Week | More Details from Student Council Soon
Fri. 4/29                           7th Grade Picnic in the Park
May 2-6                           Teacher Appreciation Week | See Above for More Info
Mon. 5/2                          DUE Gift Cards Donations, SBAC | Front Office (more above)
May 3-13                         SBAC Testing (All Grades) | More Details from Rogers Soon
Thurs. 5/5                        PTA Board Meeting
Wed. 5/18, 5-7 p.m.        Open House IN PERSON | Min. Day 2:18 p.m. Dismissal
Thurs. 5/19                      Minimum Day 2:18 p.m. Dismissal
Sat. 5/21, 4-7 p.m.          RMS Music Fundraising Event | More Details Soon
Tues. 5/24                       PTA General Association Mtg. | Time-Location TBD
Mon. 5/30                        Memorial Day Holiday | NO SCHOOL
Thurs. 6/2                        PTA Board Meeting
Tues. 6/14, 6-9 p.m.        8th Grade Celebration at CSULB
Wed. 6/15, 9 a.m.            8th Grade Promotion at Rogers (Outdoor Event)
Wed. 6/15                        Last Day of School | Minimum Day 2:18 p.m. Dismissal

Link to Official Rogers Middle School Calendar now available on PTA website here.

PTA News for Friday 4/8/2022

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Hello Mustangs! We hope everyone had a wonderful week… Please be sure you have registered your student on the Mustang Drive Pledgestar fundraising website and remember to donate today! We also need VIPS to help day-of with the Mustang Drive Event on April 14th! Please sign up here if you can help! Thank you!

REMINDER! CHECK ROGERS SCHOOL COMMUNICATIONS FROM PRINCIPAL WOOD FOR THE PTA NEWS LINK EVERY FRIDAY AFTERNOON CLASSES ARE IN SESSION!
(Though no longer required, you may also opt-in for a direct email link by self-subscribing at this link.)

Logo "Rogers Middle School 2022 Mustang Drive Long Beach, CA"

Mustang Drive UPDATES | The Mustang Drive Celebration is set for NEXT WEEK THURSDAY, APRIL 14TH (the day before Spring Break)!

We have five days left of our Mustang Drive. Please register and send donation requests via PledgeStar. The last day for donations is Wednesday, April 13th. If every student raises $67 we will meet our goal.

Our Mustang Drive Celebration takes place NEXT WEEK Thursday, April 14th.

Three things you need to know:

  1. We need volunteers* for our Mustang Drive Celebration on Thursday, April 14th. Please sign up here.
  2. Every student can participate in the Celebration activities and earn tickets to win prizes, but they need to have a signed permission slip turned in by Wednesday, April 13th.
  3. Event T-shirts will be on sale:
    • Online until 8pm, Saturday April 9th.
    And a limited number in person, at the following times, outside of the auditorium gate/Home ec room:
    • Tuesday, April 12th – After school from 3:40-4pm
    • Wednesday, April 13th  – Before school from 8am-9am and after school from 3:40-4pm

*Please note to help day of Mustang Drive April 14th you must be VIPS-approved. Please contact Karina Vasquez in the office now at kvasquez@lbschools.net if you aren’t a current Rogers VIPS or to check on your application/current status. Rogers VIPS Info

Check out the dedicated Mustang Drive website page for frequent updates. Have any questions? Please email or text Mary Loos, maryzerafa@gmail.com or 562 754-2500 for more information!

Horse head shot clipart image w a mortar board graduation hatThe 8th Grade Committee Still Needs Your Support | The end-of-year party for all Rogers 8th Graders is scheduled for Tuesday, June 14th from 6-9 p.m. at the CSULB Student Union. Haven’t donated yet? We are looking for 20 more families to donate $25 by May 15th! You can link to the donation portal specifically for 8th Grade events at the PTA store by using the link here. Let’s make it a night to remember for ALL of our 8th Grade students!

A BIG Thank You to the 50+ families who have donated so far to date! To clarify, please note that this celebration is not the promotion ceremony but a special, additional party being planned for our 8th grade students to have a last “hurrah” together as a class. A suggested donation of $25 per 8th Grade student is requested to cover the costs of the event for ALL 8th graders – DONATE TODAY! 

Want to help or have questions? Any 8th Grade parent or guardian interested in helping with the event planning or attending the next meeting to learn more should please email Danielle Van Divort at deesteinberg@yahoo.com (Subject: Rogers 8th Grade Event Planning; please include contact info and student name in your email to make sure you are added to the contact list!) 8th Grade Donation Link

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 2 to 6 2022 at Rogers. Volunteers are needed.VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK | Teacher Appreciation Week at Rogers is set for after Spring Break May 2-6! PTA is looking for volunteers to plan before and to assist during the week itself. Please note you do not necessarily need to be an active VIPS if the work you are doing is off-campus.

If you want to help, please email Committee Chair Jen Cops at rogersmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com (Subject: Teacher Appreciation Week help).

VIPS | APPLY NOW! If you are interested in becoming a VIPS (Volunteers in Public Schools) for Rogers Middle School and you do not or no longer have an active VIPS badge for our school site, please email Karina Vasquez in the school’s front office at kvasquez@lbschools.net to start the application process. Please note that only current Rogers VIPS will be able to help with on campus school day events (this includes the Mustang Drive fundraiser). Please review current VIPS guidance for the 2021-22 school year: VIPS Guidance for 2021-22

BANNER OPPORTUNITIES STILL AVAILABLE | Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship for 2022! Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship

Rogers PTA Passive Fundraising with Amazon Prime & Ralphs | Register Now!

Rogers PTA and Rogers School Stores BOTH ONLINE NOW!
Rogers PTA Online Store (PE Uniform, sweatshirts, memberships, 8th Grade donations, and banner sponsorships)
Rogers School Store (Spirit wear uniform T-shirt tops, yearbooks, and other items from school directly)

For all PTA News in real time, please like-follow Rogers PTA on Social Media:
Facebook @RogersMiddleSchoolPTA
Instagram @RogersMiddleSchoolPTA
Members and families are also welcome to subscribe to updates to our website here. Families should also read/watch all weekly school site e-newsletters and/or video messages from school (remember to check your email, texts, and Canvas for communications; links also may be posted to the Rogers School Website).

Contact Rogers PTA Anytime at: rogersmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com
Due to spamming issues on the website, commenting has been disabled, but email is ALWAYS welcome!

IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES 2021-2022                                                   
(Subject to Change – Stay Updated on Rogers School Website)
Fri. 4/8                                6th Grade Picnic in the Park
NEXT WEEK Thurs. 4/14   MUSTANG DRIVE 2022 | MORE INFO ABOVE
April 15-22                          Admissions Day & SPRING BREAK 2022 | NO SCHOOL
Mon. 4/25                           School Resumes (Regular Schedule)
Fri. 4/29                              7th Grade Picnic in the Park
May 2-6                              Teacher Appreciation Week | See Above for More Info
May 3-10                            SBAC Testing (All Grades) | More Details from Rogers Soon
Thurs. 5/5                           PTA Board Meeting
Wed. 5/18, 5-7 p.m.           Open House IN PERSON | Min. Day 2:18 p.m. Dismissal
Thurs. 5/19                         Minimum Day 2:18 p.m. Dismissal
Sat. 5/21, 4-7 p.m.             RMS Music Fundraising Event | More Details Soon
Tues. 5/24                          PTA General Association Mtg. | Time-Location TBD
Mon. 5/30                           Memorial Day Holiday | NO SCHOOL
Thurs. 6/2                           PTA Board Meeting
Tues. 6/14, 6-9 p.m.           8th Grade Celebration at CSULB
Wed. 6/15, 9 a.m.               8th Grade Promotion at Rogers (Outdoor Event)
Wed. 6/15                           Last Day of School | Minimum Day 2:18 p.m. Dismissal

Link to Official Rogers Middle School Calendar now available on PTA website here.

PTA News for Friday 4/1/2022

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Hello Mustangs! We hope everyone had a good week… LOTS happening right now… Operation Easter Basket collections, Teacher of the Year Nominations due THIS MONDAY, 8th Grade Committee Meeting and first donation deadline THIS MONDAY, Dining for Dollars THIS WEDNESDAY 4/6… AND be sure you have registered your student on the Mustang Drive Pledgestar fundraising website here and donate anytime NOW through April 14th!

REMINDER! CHECK ROGERS SCHOOL COMMUNICATIONS FROM PRINCIPAL WOOD FOR THE PTA NEWS LINK EVERY FRIDAY AFTERNOON CLASSES ARE IN SESSION!
(Though no longer required, you may also opt-in for a direct email link by self-subscribing at this link.)

Logo "Rogers Middle School 2022 Mustang Drive Long Beach, CA"

Mustang Drive UPDATES | The Mustang Drive event date is set for THURSDAY, APRIL 14TH (the day before Spring Break)!

Let’s Go Mustangs!

Accept the challenge and you’ll be eating ice cream. Send ten donation request emails via PledgeStar by Friday, April 8th.

Sign up using the link on the logo above, or click here:  https://pledgestar.com/rogers/ .

We met our first milestone of raising $10,000. Every student in the school was entered in a raffle to win kayak and standup paddleboard rentals. Congratulations to the winners!

When the school meets the following milestones, every student will be entered to win:

  • $20,000 – Aquarium of the Pacific passes for four
  • $30,000 – Universal Studios passes for two
  • $40,000 – Bike
  • $50,000 – MacBook

More details on how to sign up and what prizes you can win can be found here.

Want to Volunteer? Sign up to help with the Mustang Drive Celebration on Thursday, April 14th. You can sign up here: Mustang Drive Volunteers.*

*Please note to help day of Mustang Drive April 14th you must be VIPS-approved. Please contact Karina Vasquez in the office now at kvasquez@lbschools.net if you aren’t a current Rogers VIPS or to check on your application/current status. Rogers VIPS Info

Check out the dedicated Mustang Drive website page for frequent updates. Have any questions? Please email or text Mary Loos, maryzerafa@gmail.com or 562 754-2500 for more information!

Rogers 8th Grade Party Flyer for fundraising for event date 6-14-20228th GRADE SUPPORT NEEDED! Meeting THIS MONDAY 4/4! The end-of-year party for all Rogers 8th Graders is scheduled for Tuesday, June 14th from 6-9 p.m. at the CSULB Student Union. Want to help with planning or just learn what’s happening for our 8th Graders in their last few months at Rogers? The next 8th Grade Committee Meeting is scheduled for THIS MONDAY April 4th 6:30-7:30pm via this ZOOM link (email Danielle Van Divort at deesteinberg@yahoo.com to RSVP and/or for additional info).

The 8th Grade Committee also needs your donations by THIS MONDAY April 4th to make it happen! A flyer went home to all 8th graders in February explaining the event along with how you can help to support the effort. This will be a glow-in-the-dark themed, parent-supervised event with a mac-and-cheese bar, tater tot bar, candy bar, live DJ, dancing, bowling, billiards, shuffleboard, air hockey, a photo booth, and MORE! You can link to the donation portal specifically for 8th Grade events on the image to the right at the PTA store or use the link here. A suggested donation of $25 per 8th Grade student is requested to cover the costs of the event for ALL 8th graders – to date the committee has already raised over $2000 thanks to the generosity of 50+ families … but they still have a little ways to go to meet this Monday’s goal – DONATE TODAY!

To clarify, please note that this celebration is not the promotion ceremony but a special, additional party being planned for our 8th grade students to have a last “hurrah” together as a class. Any 8th Grade parent or guardian interested in helping with the event planning or attending the next meeting to learn more should please email Danielle Van Divort at deesteinberg@yahoo.com (Subject: Rogers 8th Grade Event Planning; please include contact info and student name in your email to make sure you are added to the contact list!)

Easter basket clip artOperation Easter Basket is on NOW through Friday April 8th! Rogers Middle School is joining forces with Justin Rudd to fill Easter baskets for children of families in need. This is Rogers’ 13th year participating in the event, and we are excited to make a difference in our community. We are collecting for ages 0-16. If you can help us spread some spring cheer, donations would be appreciated and can be dropped off at the main office NOW through one week from today, Friday April 8th as follows:

Hygiene Items | (Preferably full sized) soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, bubble bath,  toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, mouthwash, nail polish, nail file, hand sanitizer, hair accessories, face wash, razors, shaving cream, hair ties, loofa, diapers, baby shampoo, baby powder, baby bottles, and hair brushes.

New Toys | Cars, balls (all sports), small Lego sets, playing cards, yo-yos, slinky, Easter toys, jump ropes, small stuffed animals, and plastic baseball bat sets.

New School Supplies | Pens, pencils, pencil sharpeners, box of crayons, markers, colored pencils, stamps with ink pads, crossword puzzles books, drawing pads, notebook paper, calculators, rulers, erasers, journals, chalk, pencil bag, highlighters, post-it notes, whiteout, glue, and paint sets.

Food | Sealed small sized candy, full sized candy bars, individually wrapped snack packs, and Pez candy holders and refills.

Essential Clothing | (Only new items acceptable)T-shirts, onesies, socks, slippers, baseball caps, flip-flops, and beanies.

PLEASE ONLY DONATE ITEMS ON THE LIST. Thank you so much for your consideration of joining this effort to collect needed items for our community! More info now available in the weekly bulletin on your Canvas Log-In.

Teacher of the Year 2022 forms due 4/4/2022Teacher of the Year 2022 | Nominations Due THIS MONDAY April 4th Long Beach Council PTA annually honors an outstanding teacher from the LBUSD. Parents or students, please consider nominating an outstanding Rogers teacher, one who implements creative and innovative ideas that enrich the learning experience of our Rogers students.

Nominations are due THIS MONDAY April 4th at 5 p.m. Nomination form HERE or click image – form includes instructions how to submit entries and other details. The winner of the Long Beach Council PTA Teacher of the Year Award will be presented with a $300 classroom grant and will be recognized by the Long Beach Council PTA in June. Submit your entries NOW!

Rogers Dining For Dollars event Wednesday April 6, 2022, at Super Mex Belmont Shore. All Day. Dine-In or Take-Out.SAVE THE DATE! Dining for Dollars at Super Mex Belmont Shore NEXT WEEK Wednesday April 6th The next Dining for Dollars event is at Super Mex (Belmont Shore Location)! Earn 20 percent back to Rogers PTA from your Dine-In or Take-Out order ANYTIME open to closing time (sorry, mobile ordering does not apply) by giving a paper copy or showing a digital flyer at the time of ordering-checkout!

Please see flyer posted here for more info and details on how to earn dining credits, and more information available on the Dining for Dollars dedicated website page.
Rogers Dining for Dollars

VIPS | APPLY NOW! If you are interested in becoming a VIPS (Volunteers in Public Schools) for Rogers Middle School and you do not or no longer have an active VIPS badge for our school site, please email Karina Vasquez in the school’s front office at kvasquez@lbschools.net to start the application process. Please note that only current Rogers VIPS will be able to help with on campus school day events (this includes the Mustang Drive fundraiser). Please review current VIPS guidance for the 2021-22 school year: VIPS Guidance for 2021-22

BANNER OPPORTUNITIES STILL AVAILABLE | Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship for 2022! Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship

Rogers PTA Passive Fundraising with Amazon Prime & Ralphs | Register Now!

Rogers PTA and Rogers School Stores BOTH ONLINE NOW!
Rogers PTA Online Store (PE Uniform, sweatshirts, memberships, 8th Grade donations, and banner sponsorships)
Rogers School Store (Spirit wear uniform T-shirt tops, yearbooks, and other items from school directly)

For all PTA News in real time, please like-follow Rogers PTA on Social Media:
Facebook @RogersMiddleSchoolPTA
Instagram @RogersMiddleSchoolPTA
Members and families are also welcome to subscribe to updates to our website here. Families should also read/watch all weekly school site e-newsletters and/or video messages from school (remember to check your email, texts, and Canvas for communications; links also may be posted to the Rogers School Website).

Contact Rogers PTA Anytime at: rogersmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com
Due to spamming issues on the website, commenting has been disabled, but email is ALWAYS welcome!

IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES 2021-2022                                                   
(Subject to Change – Stay Updated on Rogers School Website)
Mon. 4/4                             Third Quarter Ends
Mon. 4/4                             Teacher of the Year Contest | Nominations DUE
Tues. 4/5                            8th Grade Panoramic Photo | Specific Dress, Details Soon
Wed. 4/6                             Dining for Dollars | Super Mex Belmont Shore (all day!)
Thurs. 4/7                           PTA Board Meeting
Thurs. 4/7, 5 p.m.               Mustang Drive Meeting | via ZOOM (see above for details)
Fri. 4/8                                Operation Easter Basket | LAST DAY OF DONATION DRIVE
Thurs. 4/14                         MUSTANG DRIVE 2022 | MORE INFO ABOVE
Fri. 4/15; M-F 4/18-22        SPRING BREAK 2022 | NO SCHOOL

Link to Official Rogers Middle School Calendar now available on PTA website here.

PTA News for Friday 3/25/2022

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Hello Mustangs! We hope everyone had a good week … be sure you have registered your student on the Mustang Drive Pledgestar fundraising website here and donate anytime NOW through April 14th… AND don’t forget your event T-shirt, available only for a limited time NOW through THIS WEDNESDAY 3/30!

Also do not forget Spring Picture Day is THIS MONDAY 3/28 – IT IS ALSO FREE DRESS FOR ALL STUDENTS (LBUSD dress guidelines apply)!

REMINDER! CHECK ROGERS SCHOOL COMMUNICATIONS FROM PRINCIPAL WOOD FOR THE PTA NEWS LINK EVERY FRIDAY AFTERNOON CLASSES ARE IN SESSION!
(Though no longer required, you may also opt-in for a direct email link by self-subscribing at this link.)

Logo "Rogers Middle School 2022 Mustang Drive Long Beach, CA"

Mustang Drive UPDATES | The Mustang Drive event date is set for THURSDAY, APRIL 14TH (the day before Spring Break)!

We are off and running! The Mustang Drive has begun!

Get your T-shirt: The last day to purchase a Mustang Drive T-shirt is THIS WEDNESDAY, March 30th by 4pm. Go to the  PTA web store right now to order yours! 

Be sure to sign up:  https://pledgestar.com/rogers/ . It all starts here. We need donations to reach our goal of $50,000 and qualify to raffle a MacBook.

Get the taste of sweet success: You can still qualify for an ice cream treat that will be delivered on MONDAY, March 28th. Be sure to send ten emails to family, friends, and relatives by TODAY 3/25. You have until midnight, but don’t wait until then.

Next week’s challenge: Post a donation request on social media, especially Facebook, using the option appearing after adding your donors on PledgeStar. Have friends click on the donation link by Friday, April 1st and earn another ice cream treat and get that much closer to qualifying for the Money Grab where you get to keep all the money you can grab, including a $100 bill. Have friends click on the donation link by Friday, April 1st and earn another ice cream treat and get that much closer to qualifying for the Money Grab where you get to keep all the money you can grab, including a $100 bill.

Have a local business? Support the Mustang Drive by sponsoring our T-shirts. The last day to sponsor is THIS TUESDAY, March 29th. You can purchase a sponsorship at the PTA web store.

Want to Volunteer? Sign up to help with the Mustang Drive Celebration on Thursday, April 14th.  You can sign up here: Mustang Drive Volunteers.*

* Please note to help day of Mustang Drive April 14th you must be VIPS-approved. Please contact Karina Vasquez in the office now at kvasquez@lbschools.net if you aren’t a current Rogers VIPS or to check on your application/current status. Rogers VIPS Info

Check out the dedicated Mustang Drive website page for frequent updates. Have any questions? Please email or text Mary Loos, maryzerafa@gmail.com or 562 754-2500 for more information!

Rogers 8th Grade Party Flyer for fundraising for event date 6-14-20228th GRADE SUPPORT NEEDED! The end-of-year party for all Rogers 8th Graders is scheduled for Tuesday, June 14th from 6-9 p.m. at the CSULB Student Union.

The 8th Grade Committee needs your donations by Monday, April 4th to make it happen! A flyer went home to all 8th graders explaining the event along with how you can help to support the effort. This will be a glow-in-the-dark themed, parent supervised event with a mac-and-cheese bar, tater tot bar, candy bar, live DJ, dancing, bowling, billiards, shuffleboard, air hockey, a photo booth, and MORE! You can link to the donation portal specifically for 8th Grade events on the image to the right at the PTA store or use the link here. A suggested donation of $25 per 8th Grade student is requested to cover the costs of the event for ALL 8th graders – to date the committee has already raised over $2000 thanks to the generosity of 42 families … but they still have a little ways to go to meet goal – DONATE TODAY!

Want to help with planning or just learn what’s happening for our 8th Graders in their last few months at Rogers? Stay tuned for more info on the next 8th Grade Committee Meeting scheduled for Monday, April 4th 6:30-7:30pm via ZOOM. 

To clarify, please note that this celebration is not the promotion ceremony but a special, additional party being planned for our 8th grade students to have a last “hurrah” together as a class. Any 8th Grade parent or guardian interested in helping with the event planning or attending the next meeting to learn more should please email Danielle Van Divort at deesteinberg@yahoo.com (Subject: Rogers 8th Grade Event Planning; please include contact info and student name in your email to make sure you are added to the contact list!)

Rogers Middle School PTA logo thumbnail social image b.wRogers PTA 2022-23 ELECTION RESULTS

A BIG thanks to those who attended the PTA meeting and elections earlier this week! Thanks to you, we can now announce our 2022-23 Board Officers, as follows:

Position                            Candidate                                   

President                             Leeanna Izuel
VP Programs                      Jane Thompson
VP Membership                  Liz Palmer
VP Ways & Means              Erin Monge
Secretary                             Remy Tams
Treasurer                             Christo Brock
Financial Secretary             Holly Torpey
Auditor                                 Sabine Cain
Historian                              Allison Miller
Parliamentarian                   Lydia Bottegoni (pending reappointment)*
Corresponding Secretary   Tara Teves (pending appointment)*

Rogers PTA appreciates your support! THANK YOU!

Easter basket clip artOperation Easter Basket Kicks off THIS MONDAY March 28! Rogers Middle School will be joining forces with Justin Rudd to fill Easter baskets for children of families in need. This is our 13th year participating in the event and we are excited to make a difference in our community. We are collecting for ages 0-16. If you can help us spread some spring cheer, donations would be appreciated and can be dropped off at the main office starting Monday  March 28th through Friday April 8th as follows:

Hygiene Items | (Preferably full sized) soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, bubble bath,  toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, mouthwash, nail polish, nail file, hand sanitizer, hair accessories, face wash, razors, shaving cream, hair ties, loofa, diapers, baby shampoo, baby powder, baby bottles, and hair brushes.

New Toys | Cars, balls (all sports), small Lego sets, playing cards, yo-yos, slinky, Easter toys, jump ropes, small stuffed animals, and plastic baseball bat sets.

New School Supplies | Pens, pencils, pencil sharpeners, box of crayons, markers, colored pencils, stamps with ink pads, crossword puzzles books, drawing pads, notebook paper, calculators, rulers, erasers, journals, chalk, pencil bag, highlighters, post-it notes, whiteout, glue, and paint sets.

Food | Sealed small sized candy, full sized candy bars, individually wrapped snack packs, and Pez candy holders and refills.

Essential Clothing | (Only new items acceptable)T-shirts, onesies, socks, slippers, baseball caps, flip-flops, and beanies.

PLEASE ONLY DONATE ITEMS ON THE LIST. Thank you so much for your consideration of joining this effort to collect needed items for our community! More info now available in the weekly bulletin on your Canvas Log-In.

Teacher of the Year 2022 forms due 4/4/2022Teacher of the Year 2022 | Nominations Due April 4th Long Beach Council PTA annually honors an outstanding teacher from the LBUSD. Parents or students, please consider nominating an outstanding Rogers teacher, one who implements creative and innovative ideas that enrich the learning experience of our Rogers students.

Nominations are due by April 4th 5 p.m. Nomination form HERE or click image – form includes instructions how to submit entries and other details. The winner of the Long Beach Council PTA Teacher of the Year Award will be presented with a $300 classroom grant and will be recognized by the Long Beach Council PTA in June. Submit your entries NOW!

Rogers Dining For Dollars event Wednesday April 6, 2022, at Super Mex Belmont Shore. All Day. Dine-In or Take-Out.SAVE THE DATE! Dining for Dollars at Super Mex Belmont Shore Wednesday April 6th The next Dining for Dollars event is at Super Mex (Belmont Shore Location)! Earn 20 percent back to Rogers PTA from your Dine-In or Take-Out order ANYTIME open to closing time (sorry, mobile ordering does not apply) by giving a paper copy or showing a digital flyer at the time of ordering-checkout!

Please see flyer posted here for more info and details on how to earn dining credits, and more information available on the Dining for Dollars dedicated website page.
Rogers Dining for Dollars

VIPS | APPLY NOW! If you are interested in becoming a VIPS (Volunteers in Public Schools) for Rogers Middle School and you do not or no longer have an active VIPS badge for our school site, please email Karina Vasquez in the school’s front office at kvasquez@lbschools.net to start the application process. Please note that only current Rogers VIPS will be able to help with on campus school day events (this includes the Mustang Drive fundraiser). Please review current VIPS guidance for the 2021-22 school year: VIPS Guidance for 2021-22

Jeopardy 2021-22 Update Congratulations to Rogers 7th Grader Nate Ward, who won this year’s Rogers Jeopardy tournament at the school level! Nate is scheduled to compete in the LBUSD level tournament set for June 11th at Marshall Middle School.

BANNER OPPORTUNITIES STILL AVAILABLE | Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship for 2022! Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship

Rogers PTA Passive Fundraising with Amazon Prime & Ralphs | Register Now!

Rogers PTA and Rogers School Stores BOTH ONLINE NOW!
Rogers PTA Online Store (PE Uniform, sweatshirts, memberships, 8th Grade donations, and banner sponsorships)
Rogers School Store (Spirit wear uniform T-shirt tops, yearbooks, and other items from school directly)

Looking ahead to 2022-23… Attention 8th Grade Families Heading to Wilson HS | If you are interested in becoming involved in Wilson HS PTSA for the 2022-23 school year, click here for more details on how to express your interest in future Board and Committee Opportunities available. Please reach out to Wilson PTSA directly for more information (details in flyer linked above).

For all PTA News in real time, please like-follow Rogers PTA on Social Media:
Facebook @RogersMiddleSchoolPTA
Instagram @RogersMiddleSchoolPTA
Members and families are also welcome to subscribe to updates to our website here. Families should also read/watch all weekly school site e-newsletters and/or video messages from school (remember to check your email, texts, and Canvas for communications; links also may be posted to the Rogers School Website).

Contact Rogers PTA Anytime at: rogersmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com
Due to spamming issues on the website, commenting has been disabled, but email is ALWAYS welcome!

IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES 2021-2022                                                   
(Subject to Change – Stay Updated on Rogers School Website)
March 2022                        Women’s History Month
Mon. 3/28                           Spring Picture Day | FREE DRESS (per LBUSD Guidelines)
Mon. 3/28                           Operation Easter Basket | DONATION DRIVE OPENS
Thurs. 3/31, 5 p.m.             Mustang Drive Meeting | via ZOOM (see above for details)
Thurs. 3/31, 6:30 p.m.        Rogers Music Solo-Ensemble Festival | Auditorium
Mon. 4/4                             Third Quarter Ends
Mon. 4/4                             Teacher of the Year Contest | Nominations DUE
Tues. 4/5                            8th Grade Panoramic Photo | Specific Dress, Details Soon
Wed. 4/6                             Dining for Dollars | Super Mex Belmont Shore (all day!)
Thurs. 4/7                           PTA Board Meeting
Thurs. 4/7, 5 p.m.               Mustang Drive Meeting | via ZOOM (see above for details)
Fri. 4/8                                Operation Easter Basket | LAST DAY OF DONATION DRIVE
Thurs. 4/14                         MUSTANG DRIVE 2022 | MORE INFO ABOVE
Fri. 4/15; M-F 4/18-22        SPRING BREAK 2022 | NO SCHOOL

Link to Official Rogers Middle School Calendar now available on PTA website here.

PTA News for Friday 3/18/2022

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Hello Mustangs! We hope everyone had a good week and “Pi Day” on 3/14! Coming up THIS MONDAY MARCH 21st is our BIG MUSTANG DRIVE KICK-OFF (more details below)… get ready for a fun few weeks, Mustangs, all culminating with the student field event date on Thursday April 14th!

REMINDER! CHECK ROGERS SCHOOL COMMUNICATIONS FROM PRINCIPAL WOOD FOR THE PTA NEWS LINK EVERY FRIDAY AFTERNOON CLASSES ARE IN SESSION!
(Though no longer required, you may also opt-in for a direct email link by self-subscribing at this link.)

Rogers Middle School PTA logo thumbnail social image b.wRogers PTA Elections Meeting IN PERSON THIS TUESDAY March 22nd at 6:30pm Elections for the 2022-23 Board are scheduled for the next General Association meeting, which will be held IN PERSON at Rogers in the former Home Rec Room (where PE Uniform/Rogers Sweatshirt sales happened at the beginning of the year; please enter from the door off of Monrovia).

We are so excited to be able to welcome everyone back to campus for this first in-person PTA meeting since January 2020! We hope you can make it! All are welcome… and please bring a friend! WE NEED A QUORUM TO BE ABLE TO HOLD OUR ELECTIONS. All Rogers PTA members who have joined by February 22nd are also eligible to vote in the elections. More information regarding the elections is posted in the March 11th issue of the PTA News.

In addition to our annual elections, PTA will be honoring the top three student finishers of the Jeopardy Tournament and also recognize the Reflections contest participants, and we will also be approving our mid-year audit and monthly financials and getting updates (and approving contracts) related to the Mustang Drive and 8th Grade Event. Principal Wood will also provide updates on what is happening at Rogers as well.

So much fun happening, Mustangs… We hope to see you Tuesday!

Logo "Rogers Middle School 2022 Mustang Drive Long Beach, CA"Mustang Drive UPDATES | The Mustang Drive event date is set for THURSDAY, APRIL 14TH (the day before Spring Break)!

Mustang Drive kicks off THIS MONDAY, March 21st! This is our most important fundraiser of the year and supports enrichment programs, field trips, student programs, and teacher wish lists. At the kick-off, students will get information on how to sign up and the prizes they can win!

How can parents help? 

  • Sign up: https://pledgestar.com/rogers/
  • Add family and friends to send donation requests by email or text.
  • Post a donation request on social media, especially Facebook, using the option appearing after adding your donors. This has been proven to be very effective!
  • Purchase a Mustang Drive T-shirt at the PTA web store

We are looking for T-shirt sponsors! T-shirts are very popular among students since they can wear them year-round. Your logo will be on the back of the T-shirt, providing you with excellent exposure. Your business will be appreciated and seen by Rogers families and the community throughout the school year and into the following. A limited number of spots are available! You can purchase a sponsorship at the PTA web store.

Keep watching this space for more details as the date draws closer, and check out the dedicated Mustang Drive website page for frequent updates once the event is in full swing. Interested in helping with this year’s event? Please email or text Mary Loos, maryzerafa@gmail.com or 562 754-2500 for more information!

Rogers 8th Grade Party Flyer for fundraising for event date 6-14-20228th GRADE SUPPORT NEEDED! The end-of-year party for all Rogers 8th Graders is scheduled for Tuesday, June 14th from 6-9 p.m. at the CSULB Student Union.

The 8th Grade Committee needs your donations by Monday, April 4th to make it happen! A flyer went home to all 8th graders explaining the event along with how you can help to support the effort. This will be a glow-in-the-dark themed, parent supervised event with a mac-and-cheese bar, tater tot bar, candy bar, live DJ, dancing, bowling, billiards, shuffleboard, air hockey, a photo booth, and MORE! You can link to the donation portal specifically for 8th Grade events on the image to the right at the PTA store or use the link here. A suggested donation of $25 per 8th Grade student is requested to cover the costs of the event for ALL 8th graders – to date the committee has already raised over $1500 thanks to the generosity of 32 families … but they still have a ways to go to meet their event fundraising goal – DONATE TODAY!

Want to help with planning or just learn what’s happening for our 8th Graders in their last few months at Rogers? Stay tuned for more info on the next 8th Grade Committee Meeting scheduled for Monday, April 4th via ZOOM.

Any 8th Grade parent or guardian interested in helping with the event planning or attending the next meeting to learn more should please email Danielle Van Divort at deesteinberg@yahoo.com (Subject: Rogers 8th Grade Event Planning; please include contact info and student name in your email to make sure you are added to the contact list!)

Easter basket clip artSAVE THE DATE! Operation Easter Basket is returning to Rogers March 28-April 8! Rogers Middle School will be joining forces with Justin Rudd to fill Easter baskets for children of families in need. This is our 13th year participating in the event and we are excited to make a difference in our community. We are collecting for ages 0-16. If you can help us spread some spring cheer, the following items would be appreciated:

Hygiene Items | (Preferably full sized) soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, bubble bath,  toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, mouthwash, nail polish, nail file, hand sanitizer, hair accessories, face wash, razors, shaving cream, hair ties, loofa, diapers, baby shampoo, baby powder, baby bottles, and hair brushes.

New Toys | Cars, balls (all sports), small Lego sets, playing cards, yo-yos, slinky, Easter toys, jump ropes, small stuffed animals, and plastic baseball bat sets.

New School Supplies | Pens, pencils, pencil sharpeners, box of crayons, markers, colored pencils, stamps with ink pads, crossword puzzles books, drawing pads, notebook paper, calculators, rulers, erasers, journals, chalk, pencil bag, highlighters, post-it notes, whiteout, glue, and paint sets.

Food | Sealed small sized candy, full sized candy bars, individually wrapped snack packs, and Pez candy holders and refills.

Essential Clothing | (Only new items acceptable)T-shirts, onesies, socks, slippers, baseball caps, flip-flops, and beanies.

PLEASE ONLY DONATE ITEMS ON THE LIST. Thank you so much for your consideration of joining this effort to collect needed items for our community! More info now available in the weekly bulletin on your Canvas Log-In.

TOTY 2022 IMAGETeacher of the Year 2022 | Nominations Due April 4th Long Beach Council PTA annually honors an outstanding teacher from the LBUSD. Parents or students, please consider nominating an outstanding Rogers teacher, one who implements creative and innovative ideas that enrich the learning experience of our Rogers students.

Nominations are due by April 4th 5 p.m. Nomination form HERE or click image – form includes instructions how to submit entries and other details. The winner of the Long Beach Council PTA Teacher of the Year Award will be presented with a $300 classroom grant and will be recognized by the Long Beach Council PTA in June. Submit your entries NOW!

Rogers Dining For Dollars event Wednesday April 6, 2022, at Super Mex Belmont Shore. All Day. Dine-In or Take-Out.SAVE THE DATE! Dining for Dollars at Super Mex Belmont Shore Wednesday April 6th The next Dining for Dollars event is at Super Mex (Belmont Shore Location)! Earn 20 percent back to Rogers PTA from your Dine-In or Take-Out order ANYTIME open to closing time (sorry, mobile ordering does not apply) by giving a paper copy or showing a digital flyer at the time of ordering-checkout!

Please see flyer posted here for more info and details on how to earn dining credits, and more information available on the Dining for Dollars dedicated website page.
Rogers Dining for Dollars

 

VIPS | APPLY NOW! If you are interested in becoming a VIPS (Volunteers in Public Schools) for Rogers Middle School and you do not or no longer have an active VIPS badge for our school site, please email Karina Vasquez in the school’s front office at kvasquez@lbschools.net to start the application process. Please note that only current Rogers VIPS will be able to help with on campus school day events (this includes the Mustang Drive fundraiser). Please review current VIPS guidance for the 2021-22 school year: VIPS Guidance for 2021-22

BANNER OPPORTUNITIES STILL AVAILABLE | Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship for 2022! Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship

Rogers PTA Passive Fundraising with Amazon Prime & Ralphs | Register Now!

Rogers PTA and Rogers School Stores BOTH ONLINE NOW!
Rogers PTA Online Store (PE Uniform, sweatshirts, memberships, 8th Grade donations, and banner sponsorships)
Rogers School Store (Spirit wear uniform T-shirt tops, yearbooks, and other items from school directly)

Looking ahead to 2022-23… Attention 8th Grade Families Heading to Wilson HS | If you are interested in becoming involved in Wilson HS PTSA for the 2022-23 school year, click here for more details on how to express your interest in future Board and Committee Opportunities available. Please reach out to Wilson PTSA directly for more information (details in flyer linked above).

For all PTA News in real time, please like-follow Rogers PTA on Social Media:
Facebook @RogersMiddleSchoolPTA
Instagram @RogersMiddleSchoolPTA
Members and families are also welcome to subscribe to updates to our website here. Families should also read/watch all weekly school site e-newsletters and/or video messages from school (remember to check your email, texts, and Canvas for communications; links also may be posted to the Rogers School Website).

Contact Rogers PTA Anytime at: rogersmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com
Due to spamming issues on the website, commenting has been disabled, but email is ALWAYS welcome!

IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES 2021-2022                                                   
(Subject to Change – Stay Updated on Rogers School Website)
March 2022                        Women’s History Month
Mon. 3/21                           Mustang Drive KICK-OFF | See Above for Details
Tues. 3/22, 6:30 p.m.         PTA  Assoc. Mtg.+ Elections | IN PERSON AT ROGERS!
Thurs. 3/24, 5 p.m.             Mustang Drive Meeting | via ZOOM (see above for details)
Thurs. 3/24 & Fri. 3/25       WRAP Presents Drama Production “Cinderella”
Mon. 3/28                           Spring Picture Day | FREE DRESS (per LBUSD Guidelines)
Mon. 3/28                           Operation Easter Basket | DONATION DRIVE OPENS
Thurs. 3/31, 5 p.m.             Mustang Drive Meeting | via ZOOM (see above for details)
Thurs. 3/31, 6:30 p.m.        Rogers Music Solo-Ensemble Festival | Auditorium
Mon. 4/4                             Third Quarter Ends
Mon. 4/4                             Teacher of the Year Contest | Nominations DUE
Tues. 4/5                            8th Grade Panoramic Photo | Specific Dress, Details Soon
Wed. 4/6                             Dining for Dollars | Super Mex Belmont Shore (all day!)
Thurs. 4/7                           PTA Board Meeting
Thurs. 4/7, 5 p.m.               Mustang Drive Meeting | via ZOOM (see above for details)
Fri. 4/8                                Operation Easter Basket | LAST DAY OF DONATION DRIVE
Thurs. 4/14                         MUSTANG DRIVE 2022 | MORE INFO ABOVE
Fri. 4/15; M-F 4/18-22        SPRING BREAK 2022 | NO SCHOOL

Link to Official Rogers Middle School Calendar now available on PTA website here.

PTA News for Friday 3/11/2022

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Hello Mustangs! We hope everyone had a good week! A reminder for everyone that Next Thursday 3/17 is St. Patrick’s Day, and all students are welcome to wear St. Patrick’s-themed or GREEN TOPS/SHIRTS with their other uniform attire (all usual uniform code applies). Thank you!

REMINDER! CHECK ROGERS SCHOOL COMMUNICATIONS FROM PRINCIPAL WOOD FOR THE PTA NEWS LINK EVERY FRIDAY AFTERNOON CLASSES ARE IN SESSION!
(Though no longer required, you may also opt-in for a direct email link by self-subscribing at this link.)

Rogers Middle School PTA logo thumbnail social image b.wRogers PTA Elections Meeting IN PERSON THIS MONTH Tuesday March 22nd at 6:30pm Elections for the 2022-23 Board are scheduled for the next General Association meeting, which will be held IN PERSON at Rogers in the former Home Rec Room (where PE Uniform/Rogers Sweatshirt sales happened at the beginning of the year; please enter from the door off of Monrovia).

We are so excited to be able to welcome everyone back to campus for this first in-person PTA meeting since January 2020! We hope you can make it! All are welcome… and please bring a friend! All Rogers PTA members who have joined by February 22nd are also eligible to vote in the elections. More information regarding the elections is posted below.

REPORT OF THE NOMINATING COMMITTEE
Name of PTA: Rogers PTA
Date: 2/1/2022
The nominating committee met on Tuesday, February 1st at 6:00pm to consider all eligible candidates for the 2022 – 2023 term. The Bylaws, standing rules and California State PTA Toolkit was consulted by the committee for each candidate’s qualifications and consideration.

The following Slate of Officers is presented to the association as follows:

Position                            Candidate                         

President                             Leeanna Izuel
VP Programs                      Jane Thompson
VP Membership                  Liz Palmer
VP Ways & Means              Erin Monge
Secretary                             Remy Tams
Treasurer                             Christo Brock
Financial Secretary             Holly Torpey
Auditor                                 Sabine Cain
Historian                              Allison Miller
Parliamentarian                   Lydia Bottegoni (pending reappointment)*
Corresponding Secretary   Tara Teves (pending appointment)*

A full list of the Nominating Committee can be found here.

*Please note: Only elected positions are officially part of the slate, but in the interest of transparency, Rogers PTA is sharing those who have expressed interest in the appointed positions as well.

To be clear, any current Rogers PTA member may still express interest in running for any Executive Board positions for 2022-2023. Please review a full list of positions and descriptions (linked here) and contact our Parliamentarian for more information and details at rogersmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com (Subject: PTA Board 2022-23 Elections).

ITEM DONATIONS NEEDED Want to help out by donating needed items for events coming up at Rogers?

Easter basket clip art

  • THIS MONDAY March 14th the 7th Grade Class is having a Pi Day Reciting Contest, and Student Council is in need of full- and mini-size pie donations. Pies should be dropped off to the Front office by THIS MONDAY MORNING, March 14th, 9 a.m. Please remember for food donations, per LBUSD guidelines items must be store- or bakery-bought (no homemade items). Sign-Up Genius Link for Pi Day-March 14th Event
  • SAVE THE DATE! Operation Easter Basket is returning to Rogers March 28-April 14! Donations needed will include hygiene items, new toys, new school supplies, food, and essential clothing. A flyer with specifics will be shared once it becomes available. Check back here soon and in school communications for more info!

    Rogers 8th Grade Party Flyer for fundraising for event date 6-14-20228th Grade Committee UPDATES The end-of-year party for all Rogers 8th Graders is scheduled for Tuesday, June 14th from 6-9 p.m. at the CSULB Student Union.

    The 8th Grade Committee needs your donations by Monday, April 4th to make it happen! A flyer went home to all 8th graders explaining the event along with how you can help to support the effort. This will be a parent supervised event with a mac-and-cheese bar, tater tot bar, candy bar, live DJ, dancing, bowling, billiards, shuffleboard, air hockey, a photo booth, and MORE! You can link to the donation portal specifically for 8th Grade events on the image to the right at the PTA store or use the link here. A suggested donation of $25 per 8th Grade student is requested to cover the costs of the event for ALL 8th graders – the committee has a goal to raise $2500 by April 4th – DONATE TODAY!

    Want to help with planning or just learn what’s happening for our 8th Graders in their last few months at Rogers? Stay tuned for more info on the next 8th Grade Committee Meeting scheduled for Monday, April 4th via ZOOM.

    Any 8th Grade parent or guardian interested in helping with the event planning or attending the next meeting to learn more should please email Danielle Van Divort at deesteinberg@yahoo.com (Subject: Rogers 8th Grade Event Planning; please include contact info and student name in your email to make sure you are added to the contact list!)

Logo "Rogers Middle School 2022 Mustang Drive Long Beach, CA"Mustang Drive UPDATES | The Mustang Drive event date is set for THURSDAY APRIL 14TH (day before Spring Break)!

We are looking for T-shirt sponsors! T-shirts are very popular among students since they can wear them year-round. Your logo will be on the back of the T-shirt, providing you with excellent exposure. Your business will be appreciated and seen by Rogers families and the community throughout the school year and into the following. A limited number of spots are available! Please email or text Mary Loos, maryzerafa@gmail.com, or 562 754-2500 for more information!

Mustang Drive kicks off on Monday, March 21st! This is our most important fundraiser of the year and supports enrichment programs, field trips, student programs, and teacher wish lists. At the kick-off, students will get information on how to sign up and the prizes they can win!

We are looking for prize donations! Prizes are important for the Mustang Drive to be a success. If you own a local business that can donate prizes or know of someone that does, please contact Michelle Zimmerman-Getchius, Moltibaci27@gmail.com.  Businesses that participate will be recognized on our Mustang Drive website page.

It’s not too late to volunteer! A reminder that there are standing, weekly meet-ups via ZOOM Thursdays at 5 p.m. up through to the day of the event. To get the ZOOM link please contact Chair Mary Loos, maryzerafa@gmail.com or 562 754-2500.

Keep watching this space for more details as the date draws closer, and check out the dedicated Mustang Drive website page for frequent updates once the event is in full swing. Interested in helping with this year’s event? Please email or text Mary Loos, maryzerafa@gmail.com or 562 754-2500 for more information!

TOTY 2022 IMAGETeacher of the Year 2022 | Nominations Due April 4th Long Beach Council PTA annually honors an outstanding teacher from the LBUSD. Parents or students, please consider nominating an outstanding Rogers teacher, one who implements creative and innovative ideas that enrich the learning experience of our Rogers students.

Nominations are due by April 4th 5 p.m. Nomination form HERE or click image – form includes instructions how to submit entries and other details. The winner of the Long Beach Council PTA Teacher of the Year Award will be presented with a $300 classroom grant and will be recognized by the Long Beach Council PTA in June. Submit your entries NOW!

VIPS | APPLY NOW! If you are interested in becoming a VIPS (Volunteers in Public Schools) for Rogers Middle School and you do not or no longer have an active VIPS badge for our school site, please email Karina Vasquez in the school’s front office at kvasquez@lbschools.net to start the application process.

Please note that only current Rogers VIPS will be able to help with on campus school day events (this includes the Mustang Drive fundraiser). For this reason, it is important for those interested to start the application process as soon as possible as VIPS applications may take several weeks to process and finalize. Please review current VIPS guidance for the 2021-22 school year: VIPS Guidance for 2021-22

we need your help clip art sign displayPTA ONLINE STORE COORDINATOR WANTED! PTA is seeking a volunteer to handle its online store, which offers items such as the Rogers sweatshirts, PE uniforms, memberships, banner sponsorships, and other specific activity donation collection portals.

As this work is typically done online and off campus and apart from students and staff, you do not require VIPS clearance to fill this position. If you would like more information or are interested in this volunteer position, please email rogersmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com (Subject: PTA Online Store Coordinator Position)

BANNER OPPORTUNITIES STILL AVAILABLE | Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship for 2022! Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship

Rogers PTA and Rogers School Stores BOTH ONLINE NOW!
Rogers PTA Online Store (PE Uniform, sweatshirts, memberships, 8th Grade donations, and banner sponsorships)
Rogers School Store (Spirit wear uniform T-shirt tops, yearbooks, and other items from school directly)

For all PTA News in real time, please like-follow Rogers PTA on Social Media:
Facebook @RogersMiddleSchoolPTA
Instagram @RogersMiddleSchoolPTA
Members and families are also welcome to subscribe to updates to our website here. Families should also read/watch all weekly school site e-newsletters and/or video messages from school (remember to check your email, texts, and Canvas for communications; links also may be posted to the Rogers School Website).

Contact Rogers PTA Anytime at: rogersmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com
Due to spamming issues on the website, commenting has been disabled, but email is ALWAYS welcome!

IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES 2021-2022                                                   
(Subject to Change – Stay Updated on Rogers School Website)
March 2022                        Women’s History Month
Mon. 3/14                           Pi Day | 7th Grade Contest | Pie Donations DUE
Thurs. 3/17                         St. Patrick’s Day | Green Tops-Uniform Bottoms
Thurs. 3/17, 5 p.m.             Mustang Drive Meeting | via ZOOM (see above for details)
Mon. 3/21                           Mustang Drive KICK-OFF | See Above for Details
Tues. 3/22, 6:30 p.m.         PTA  Assoc. Mtg.+ Elections | IN PERSON AT ROGERS!
Thurs. 3/24, 5 p.m.             Mustang Drive Meeting | via ZOOM (see above for details)
Thurs. 3/24 & Fri. 3/25       WRAP Presents Drama Production “Cinderella”
Mon. 3/28                           Spring Picture Day | FREE DRESS (per LBUSD Guidelines)
Mon. 3/28                           Operation Easter Basket | DONATION PERIOD OPENS
Thurs. 3/31, 5 p.m.             Mustang Drive Meeting | via ZOOM (see above for details)
Thurs. 3/31, 6:30 p.m.        Rogers Music Solo-Ensemble Festival | Auditorium
Mon. 4/4                             Third Quarter Ends
Mon. 4/4                             Teacher of the Year Contest | Nominations DUE
Tues. 4/5                            8th Grade Panoramic Photo | Specific Dress, Details Soon
Thurs. 4/7                           PTA Board Meeting
Thurs. 4/7, 5 p.m.               Mustang Drive Meeting | via ZOOM (see above for details)
Thurs. 4/14                         MUSTANG DRIVE 2022 | MORE INFO ABOVE
Thurs. 4/14                         Operation Easter Basket | LAST DAY TO DONATE
Fri. 4/15; M-F 4/18-22        SPRING BREAK 2022 | NO SCHOOL

Link to Official Rogers Middle School Calendar now available on PTA website here.

PTA News for Friday 3/4/2022

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Hello Mustangs! We hope everyone had a good week… Happy March!

REMINDER! CHECK ROGERS SCHOOL COMMUNICATIONS FROM PRINCIPAL WOOD FOR THE PTA NEWS LINK EVERY FRIDAY AFTERNOON CLASSES ARE IN SESSION!
(Though no longer required, you may also opt-in for a direct email link by self-subscribing at this link.)

Rogers PTA Elections Meeting IN PERSON later this month, Tuesday March 22nd at 6:30pm Elections for the 2022-23 Board are scheduled for the next General Association meeting, which will be held IN PERSON at Rogers (exact location TBD) on Tuesday, March 22nd at 6:30 p.m. 

We are so excited to be able to welcome everyone back to campus for this first in-person PTA meeting since January 2020! We hope you can make it! All are welcome… and please bring a friend! All Rogers PTA members who have joined by February 22nd are also eligible to vote in the elections. More information regarding the elections is posted below.

Rogers Middle School PTA logo thumbnail social image b.wREPORT OF THE NOMINATING COMMITTEE
Name of PTA: Rogers PTA
Date: 2/1/2022
The nominating committee met on Tuesday, February 1st at 6:00pm to consider all eligible candidates for the 2022 – 2023 term. The Bylaws, standing rules and California State PTA Toolkit was consulted by the committee for each candidate’s qualifications and consideration.

The following Slate of Officers is presented to the association as follows:

Position                            Candidate                         

President                             Leeanna Izuel
VP Programs                      Jane Thompson
VP Membership                  Liz Palmer
VP Ways & Means              Erin Monge
Secretary                             Remy Tams
Treasurer                             Christo Brock
Financial Secretary             Holly Torpey
Auditor                                 Sabine Cain
Historian                              Allison Miller
Parliamentarian                   Lydia Bottegoni (pending reappointment)*
Corresponding Secretary   Tara Teves (pending appointment)*

A full list of the Nominating Committee can be found here.

*Please note: Only elected positions are officially part of the slate, but in the interest of transparency, Rogers PTA is sharing those who have expressed interest in the appointed positions as well.

To be clear, any current Rogers PTA member may still express interest in running for any Executive Board positions for 2022-2023. Please review a full list of positions and descriptions (linked here) and contact our Parliamentarian for more information and details at rogersmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com (Subject: PTA Board 2022-23 Elections).

CALL FOR DONATIONS Want to help out by donating needed items for events coming up at Rogers?

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  • NEXT WEEK Tuesday March 8th is International Women’s Day, and Student Council is seeking donations of purple flower bouquets and single flowers. Items are DUE TUESDAY MARCH 8TH 9 a.m. at the Front Office. Sign-Up Genius Link for International Women’s Day March 8th Event
  • Monday March 14th the 7th Grade Class is having a Pi Day Reciting Contest, and Student Council is in need of full- and mini-size pie donations. Pies should be dropped off to the Front office by Monday Morning March 14th 9 a.m. Please remember for food donations, per LBUSD guidelines items must be store- or bakery-bought (no homemade items). Sign-Up Genius Link for Pi Day-March 14th Event
  • SAVE THE DATE! Operation Easter Basket is returning to Rogers March 28-April 14! Donations needed will include hygiene items, new toys, new school supplies, food, and essential clothing. The donation period will open sometime later this month, and a flyer with specifics will be shared once it becomes available. Check back here soon for more info!

This is the logo for Rogers Middle School Long Beach CA LBUSDMustang Drive UPDATES | The Mustang Drive event date is set for THURSDAY APRIL 14TH (day before Spring Break)!

We are looking for prize donations! Prizes are important for the Mustang Drive to be a success. If you own a local business that can donate prizes or know of someone that does, please contact Michelle Zimmerman-Getchius, Moltibaci27@gmail.com. Businesses that participate will be recognized on our Mustang Drive website page.

A reminder that there will be standing, weekly meet-ups via ZOOM Thursdays at 5 p.m. up through to the day-of the event. To get the ZOOM link please contact Chair Mary Loos, maryzerafa@gmail.com or 562 754-2500.

Keep watching this space for more details as the date draws closer, and check out the dedicated Mustang Drive website page for frequent updates once the event is in full swing. Interested in helping with this year’s event? Please email or text Mary Loos, maryzerafa@gmail.com or 562 754-2500 for more information!

8th Grade Committee UPDATES The end-of-year celebration for all Rogers 8th Graders is scheduled for Tuesday, June 14th from 6-9 p.m. at CSULB. A flyer went home last week to all 8th graders explaining the event along with how you can help to support the effort! You can also link to the donation portal specifically for 8th Grade events at the PTA store here. A suggested donation of $25 per 8th Grade student has been requested to cover the costs of the event for ALL 8th graders.

Want to help with planning or just learn what’s happening so far? Stay tuned for more info on the next 8th Grade Committee Meeting scheduled for early April before Spring Break!

In the meantime, please consider helping with these specific areas in need of volunteers, as follows: 

  • Food & drinks
  • Candy Bar
  • Photo Booth
  • Decorations
  • Entertainment (DJ/other)
  • Advertising/ Social Media

Any 8th Grade parent or guardian interested in helping in one or more of these areas or attending the next meeting to hear what is being planned should please email Danielle Van Divort at deesteinberg@yahoo.com (Subject: Rogers 8th Grade Event Planning; please include contact info and student name in your email to make sure you are added to the contact list!)

VIPS | APPLY NOW! If you are interested in becoming a VIPS (Volunteers in Public Schools) for Rogers Middle School and you no longer have an active VIPS badge for our school site (it has expired), only have a badge for another site (previous elementary, etc.), or never have been processed as a VIPS with LBUSD, please email Karina Vasquez in the school’s front office at kvasquez@lbschools.net to start the application process.

Please note that only current Rogers VIPS will be able to help with on campus school day events (this includes the Mustang Drive fundraiser). For this reason, it is important for those interested to start the application process as soon as possible as VIPS applications may take several weeks to process and finalize. Please review current VIPS guidance for the 2021-22 school year: VIPS Guidance for 2021-22

Teacher of the Year 2022 | Nominations Due April 4th Long Beach Council PTA annually honors an outstanding teacher from the LBUSD. Parents or students, please consider nominating an outstanding Rogers teacher, one who implements creative and innovative ideas that enrich the learning experience of our Rogers students.

Nominations are due by April 4th 5 p.m. Nomination form HERE with instructions how to submit entries enclosed. The winner of the Long Beach Council PTA Teacher of the Year Award will be presented with a $300 classroom grant and will be recognized at the Long Beach Council PTA Luncheon held in June. Submit your entries NOW!

 

we need your help clip art sign displayPTA ONLINE STORE COORDINATOR WANTED! PTA is seeking a volunteer to handle its online store, which offers items such as the Rogers sweatshirts, PE uniforms, memberships, banner sponsorships, and other specific activity donation collection portals.

The ideal person should be tech savvy, and experience with Square or Weebly would be helpful. Tasks include creating new items as needed, coordinating with the financial secretary to make sure categories match budget line items, updating inventory as needed, and generating sales reports each month.

As this work is typically done online and off campus and apart from students and staff, you do not require VIPS clearance to fill this position. If you are interested in this volunteer position, please email rogersmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com (Subject: PTA Online Store Coordinator Position)

BANNER OPPORTUNITIES STILL AVAILABLE | Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship for 2022! Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship

Rogers PTA and Rogers School Stores BOTH ONLINE NOW!
Rogers PTA Online Store (PE Uniform, sweatshirts, memberships, 8th Grade donations, and banner sponsorships)
Rogers School Store (Spirit wear uniform T-shirt tops, yearbooks, and other items from school directly)

For all PTA News in real time, please like-follow Rogers PTA on Social Media:
Facebook @RogersMiddleSchoolPTA
Instagram @RogersMiddleSchoolPTA
Members and families are also welcome to subscribe to updates to our website here. Families should also read/watch all weekly school site e-newsletters and/or video messages from school (remember to check your email, texts, and Canvas for communications; links also may be posted to the Rogers School Website).

Contact Rogers PTA Anytime at: rogersmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com
Due to spamming issues on the website, commenting has been disabled, but email is ALWAYS welcome!

IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES 2021-2022                                                   
(Subject to Change – Stay Updated on Rogers School Website)
March 2022                        Women’s History Month
Tues. 3/8                            International Women’s Day | Flower Donations DUE
Tues. 3/8, 9:30-11am         LBCPTA Zoom | RSVP rogersmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com
Thurs. 3/10, 5 p.m.             Mustang Drive Meeting | via ZOOM (see above for details)
Mon. 3/14                           Pi Day | 7th Grade Contest | Pie Donations DUE
Tues. 3/15                          8th Grade Panorama Photo
Thurs. 3/17, 5 p.m.             Mustang Drive Meeting | via ZOOM (see above for details)
Mon. 3/21                           Mustang Drive KICK-OFF | Stay Tuned for Updates!
Tues. 3/22, 6:30 p.m.         PTA  Assoc. Mtg.+ Elections | IN PERSON AT ROGERS!
Thurs. 3/24, 5 p.m.             Mustang Drive Meeting | via ZOOM (see above for details)
Thurs. 3/24 & Fri. 3/25       WRAP Presents Drama Production “Cinderella”
Mon. 3/28                           Operation Easter Basket | DONATION PERIOD OPENS
Thurs. 3/31, 5 p.m.             Mustang Drive Meeting | via ZOOM (see above for details)
Thurs. 3/31                         Rogers Music Solo-Ensemble Festival
Mon. 4/4                             Third Quarter Ends
Thurs. 4/7                           PTA Board Meeting
Thurs. 4/7, 5 p.m.               Mustang Drive Meeting | via ZOOM (see above for details)
Tues. 4/12                          Spring Picture Day
Thurs. 4/14                         MUSTANG DRIVE 2022 | MORE INFO ABOVE
Thurs. 4/14                         Operation Easter Basket | LAST DAY TO DONATE
Fri. 4/15; M-F 4/18-22        SPRING BREAK 2022 | NO SCHOOL

Link to Official Rogers Middle School Calendar now available on PTA website here.

PTA News for Friday 2/25/2022

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Hello Mustangs! We hope everyone had a good week and enjoyed “twos-day” 2-22-22!

REMINDER! CHECK ROGERS SCHOOL COMMUNICATIONS FROM PRINCIPAL WOOD FOR THE PTA NEWS LINK EVERY FRIDAY AFTERNOON CLASSES ARE IN SESSION!
(Though no longer required, you may also opt-in for a direct email link by self-subscribing at this link.)

Rogers Dining for Dollars Fundraiser at Chipotle Marina Pacifica on PCH Wednesday March 2, 2022 4-8 pm - flyer needs to be shown to get dining creditDining for Dollars at Chipotle Marina Pacifica NEXT WEEK Wednesday March 2nd from 4-8 p.m. Dine-in or take-out on this date during the time specified to earn dining credit of 33 percent back from your order directly in support of Rogers PTA programs and activities! You may order in person or online with a special code PCG6ZDM! Click flyer for all info pictured here (also available on Social Media)  and please go to our dedicated Dining for Dollars page for all updates. 

Rogers Dining for Dollars

Rogers PTA | Report of the Nominating Committee and Elections Notice

Rogers Middle School PTA logo thumbnail social image b.wREPORT OF THE NOMINATING COMMITTEE
Name of PTA: Rogers PTA
Date: 2/1/2022
The nominating committee met on Tuesday, February 1st at 6:00pm to consider all eligible candidates for the 2022 – 2023 term. The Bylaws, standing rules and California State PTA Toolkit was consulted by the committee for each candidate’s qualifications and consideration.

The following Slate of Officers is presented to the association as follows:

Position                            Candidate                         

President                             Leeanna Izuel
VP Programs                      Jane Thompson
VP Membership                  Liz Palmer
VP Ways & Means              Erin Monge
Secretary                             Remy Tams
Treasurer                             Christo Brock
Financial Secretary             Holly Torpey
Auditor                                 Sabine Cain
Historian                              Allison Miller
Parliamentarian                   Lydia Bottegoni (pending reappointment)*
Corresponding Secretary   Tara Teves (pending appointment)*

A full list of the Nominating Committee can be found here.

*Please note: Only elected positions are officially part of the slate, but in the interest of transparency, Rogers PTA is sharing those who have expressed interest in the appointed positions as well.

To be clear, any current Rogers PTA member may still express interest in running for any Executive Board positions for 2022-2023. Please review a full list of positions and descriptions (linked here) and contact our Parliamentarian for more information and details at rogersmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com (Subject: PTA Board 2022-23 Elections).

MEETING AND ELECTIONS NOTICE |  Elections for next year’s Board will be scheduled for the next General Association meeting, which will be held on Tuesday, March 22nd. Watch this space for more details as the date approaches.

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Mustang Drive UPDATES | The Mustang Drive event date is set for THURSDAY APRIL 14TH (day before Spring Break)!

We are looking for prize donations! Prizes are important for the Mustang Drive to be a success. If you own a local business that can donate prizes or know of someone that does, please contact Michelle Zimmerman-Getchius, Moltibaci27@gmail.com. Businesses that participate will be recognized on our Mustang Drive website page.

A reminder that there will be standing, weekly meet-ups via ZOOM Thursdays at 5 p.m. up through to the day-of the event. To get the ZOOM link please contact Chair Mary Loos, maryzerafa@gmail.com or 562 754-2500.

Keep watching this space for more details as the date draws closer, and check out the dedicated Mustang Drive website page for frequent updates once the event is in full swing. Interested in helping with this year’s event? Please email or text Mary Loos, maryzerafa@gmail.com or 562 754-2500 for more information!

Horse head shot clipart image w a mortar board graduation hat8th Grade Committee UPDATES The end-of-year celebration for all Rogers 8th Graders is scheduled for Tuesday, June 14th from 6-9 p.m. at CSULB. A flyer should have gone home to all 8th graders this week explaining the event along with how you can help to support the effort! You can also link to the donation portal specifically for 8th Grade events at the PTA store here.

Want to help with planning or just learn what’s happening so far? THE NEXT 8TH GRADE COMMITTEE MEETING IS SET FOR NEXT WEEK WEDNESDAY MARCH 2ND 6:30-7:30 VIA ZOOM (email Danielle to RSVP – ZOOM link at https://lbusd.zoom.us/j/9290371304 )! 

Specific areas in need of volunteers are as follows: 

  • Food & drinks
  • Candy Bar
  • Photo Booth
  • Decorations
  • Entertainment (DJ/other)
  • Advertising/ Social Media

Any 8th Grade parent or guardian interested in helping in one or more of these areas or attending the next meeting to hear what is being planned should please email Danielle Van Divort at deesteinberg@yahoo.com (Subject: Rogers 8th Grade Event Planning; please include contact info and student name in your email to make sure you are added to the contact list!)

VIPS | APPLY NOW! If you are interested in becoming a VIPS (Volunteers in Public Schools) for Rogers Middle School and you no longer have an active VIPS badge for our school site (it has expired), only have a badge for another site (previous elementary, etc.), or never have been processed as a VIPS with LBUSD, please email Karina Vasquez in the school’s front office at kvasquez@lbschools.net to start the application process.

Please note that only current Rogers VIPS will be able to help with on campus school day events (this includes the Mustang Drive fundraiser). For this reason, it is important for those interested to start the application process as soon as possible as VIPS applications may take several weeks to process and finalize. Please review current VIPS guidance for the 2021-22 school year: VIPS Guidance for 2021-22

we need your help clip art sign displayPTA ONLINE STORE COORDINATOR WANTED! PTA is seeking a volunteer to handle its online store, which offers items such as the Rogers sweatshirts, PE uniforms, memberships, banner sponsorships, and other specific activity donation collection portals.

The ideal person should be tech savvy, and experience with Square or Weebly would be helpful. Tasks include creating new items as needed, coordinating with the financial secretary to make sure categories match budget line items, updating inventory as needed, and generating sales reports each month.

As this work is typically done online and off campus and apart from students and staff, you do not require VIPS clearance to fill this position. If you are interested in this volunteer position, please email rogersmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com (Subject: PTA Online Store Coordinator Position)

BANNER OPPORTUNITIES STILL AVAILABLE | Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship for 2022! Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship

Rogers PTA and Rogers School Stores BOTH ONLINE NOW!
Rogers PTA Online Store (PE Uniform, sweatshirts, memberships, and banner sponsorships)
Rogers School Store (Spirit wear uniform T-shirt tops, yearbooks, and other items from school directly)

For all PTA News in real time, please like-follow Rogers PTA on Social Media:
Facebook @RogersMiddleSchoolPTA
Instagram @RogersMiddleSchoolPTA
Members and families are also welcome to subscribe to updates to our website here. Families should also read/watch all weekly school site e-newsletters and/or video messages from school (remember to check your email, texts, and Canvas for communications; links also may be posted to the Rogers School Website).

Contact Rogers PTA Anytime at: rogersmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com
Due to spamming issues on the website, commenting has been disabled, but email is ALWAYS welcome!

IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES 2021-2022                                                   
(Subject to Change – Stay Updated on Rogers School Website)
February 1-28                    BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Mon. 2/28                          Girls’ Soccer Tryouts Begin
Tues. 3/1                            CJSF Applications DUE | Check Canvas for Details
Wed. 3/2, 4-8 p.m.              Dining for Dollars | Chipotle (Marina Pacifica on PCH)
Wed. 3/2, 6:30 p.m.            8th Grade Meeting | via ZOOM (see above for more info)
Thurs. 3/3, 9:15 a.m.          PTA Board Meeting
Thurs. 3/3                           Boys Soccer Tryouts Begin
Thurs. 3/3, 5 p.m.               Mustang Drive Meeting | via ZOOM (see above for details)
Thurs. 3/10, 5 p.m.             Mustang Drive Meeting | via ZOOM (see above for details)
Thurs. 3/17, 5 p.m.             Mustang Drive Meeting | via ZOOM (see above for details)
Tues. 3/22                           PTA  Assoc. Mtg. and 2022-23 Elections | Time/Venue TBD
Thurs. 3/24, 5 p.m.             Mustang Drive Meeting | via ZOOM (see above for details)
Thurs. 3/31, 5 p.m.             Mustang Drive Meeting | via ZOOM (see above for details)
Thurs. 3/31                         Rogers Music Solo-Ensemble Festival
Mon. 4/4                             Third Quarter Ends
Thurs. 4/7                           PTA Board Meeting
Thurs. 4/7, 5 p.m.               Mustang Drive Meeting | via ZOOM (see above for details)
Thurs. 4/14                         MUSTANG DRIVE 2022 | MORE INFO ABOVE
Fri. 4/15; M-F 4/18-22        SPRING BREAK 2022 | NO SCHOOL

Link to Official Rogers Middle School Calendar now available on PTA website here.