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PTA News for Friday 6/10/2022

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Hello Mustangs! We hope everyone had a wonderful week! Reminder… Student Council is counting down to the last day of school with a fun ABC activities calendar for students and staff! Please go here and tune into their Instagram feed for event day details!

Also please note this is the final PTA News for the 2021-2022 school year! Only three more days, Mustangs! THANK YOU for reading every week and supporting your student by staying informed and up-to-date! And of course… a BIG CONGRATS to all of our Promoting 8th Graders – all the best as you depart Rogers for new adventures! 🙂

REMINDER! CHECK ROGERS SCHOOL COMMUNICATIONS FROM PRINCIPAL WOOD FOR THE PTA NEWS LINK EVERY FRIDAY AFTERNOON CLASSES ARE IN SESSION DURING THE 2021-22 SCHOOL YEAR!

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

Leeanna Izuel emojiA MESSAGE FROM PTA PRESIDENT LEEANNA IZUEL Congratulations, Mustangs! Our Rogers community pulled together to overcome challenges in another uncertain year, persevering through zoom and in person meetings, supporting Rogers staff and students, funding programs and student needs, and organizing amazing student events for the first time in two years! Thanks to all our PTA volunteers, to the Rogers staff and teachers, and to the PTA Board and event chairs for their hard work, dedication, enthusiasm, motivation and creative thinking!

Good luck to all our promoting middle school families – you will always be Mustangs!

For those of you returning, stay tuned for more information about Taking Care of Business and orientation days, save Thursday, September 29th for the first PTA Association meeting of the school year (please also note – PTA meetings will be switching to the 4th Thursdays of the month, full schedule later this summer!), and help us plan for next year by filling out this quick survey at:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/632SDS5

Have a wonderful summer and see you next school year!
-Leeanna Izuel, PTA President

Horse head shot clipart image w a mortar board graduation hat8th GRADE COMMITTEE UPDATES! The end-of-year party for all Rogers 8th Graders is scheduled for THIS TUESDAY, June 14th from 6-9 p.m. at the CSULB Student Union. 

PERMISSION SLIPS! Parents and students, All permission slips were due this week 6/8 to your student’s 6th period teacher! ALL STUDENTS MUST HAVE SIGNED SLIP TO ATTEND ON TUESDAY!

map of CSULB Student UnionDirections to CSULB Student Union (DROP-OFF STARTS 6PM – CLICK MAP TO LEFT TO ENLARGE OR GO HERE FOR GOOGLE MAP):
From PCH
  • Head north on Bellflower Boulevard
  • Take a Right on Beach Drive (@ CSULB main entrance sign)
  • Drive straight on Beach Drive past Earl Warren Drive and Merriam Way
  • Take Left at Brotman Drive (@ School of Nursing on right)
  • Pass Brotman Hall on the right
  • Take a Right at the E2 parking lot sign
  • Drive straight through lot and student union will be on your right
  • Rogers Student drop off spot will have signs
  • There is no parking for this event so plan accordingly
  • Pick up time is 9pm sharp – don’t be late

THANK YOU to everyone who has donated so far! Want to know more? Please email Danielle Van Divort at deesteinberg@yahoo.com with any questions about the event (Subject: Rogers 8th Grade Event Planning; please include contact info and student name in your email!) 8th Grade Donation Link

we need your help clip art sign display8th Grade Promotion Wednesday 6/15 | Help Wanted! The 2022 Promotion Ceremony for our 8th Grade Class is set for Wednesday June 15th from 9-10:30 a.m. at Rogers (outdoor event). The Promotion Committee is seeking a few helpers for morning day-of from 8:15-9:30 a.m. to help manage a refreshment table for this event. Please go to the 8th Grade Promotion Sign-Up Genius to choose a task to help with.

Traditionally, our 6th and 7th Grade families have helped with 8th Grade Promotion tasks so our 8th Grade families can enjoy the event with their student, but please note that any Rogers VIPS who is available is welcome to come and help! 

Nate W with Jeopardy Jim and Principal Wood 2022THIS IS JEOPARDY… THE TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS SATURDAY JUNE 11TH! All the best to Nate W. tomorrow Saturday June 11th as he represents Rogers Middle School and LBUSD as a contestant in the SoCal Jeopardy Tournament of Champions at Marshall Academy of the Arts! He will compete against five other LBUSD Middle/K-8 student champions & others.

Thank you Jeopardy Jim and Principal Wood for your support of the Jeopardy program via PTA. The TOC event tomorrow is FREE and open to the public from 9a-12n! Marshall Academy is located at 5870 E Wardlow Rd, Long Beach 90808. GOOD LUCK NATE!

staff leaving rogers end 21-22Happy Trails, Mustangs! Rogers PTA wants to take a moment to recognize a few of our teachers & staff who will be departing Rogers at the end of the 21-22 SY.

All the best to Ms. Kevorkian (not pictured), Mr. Rugeroni, Mr. Shade, Ms. Solis, & Ms. A. Thomas as they embark on new beginnings next year!

principal woodPTA shouts one last hurrah to Principal Wood as he begins his new assignment as Principal of Robinson K8 for the 22-23 school year!

Mr. Ching, Rogers PTA Teacher of the Year 2022.Finally, we also want to give one final farewell & so long to Teacher of the Year Mr. Ching and wish him all the best during retirement after 41 years as a Phys. Ed. teacher at Rogers!

Happy Trails to all of you… we will miss you all… but remember… once a Mustang, always a Mustang! 🐴

Rogers PTA Help Wanted for the 2022-23 School Year Want to get involved and help our Rogers Mustangs next school year? The Rogers PTA needs your help, and has both big and small opportunities for you to help out as a chair, committee member, or general volunteer. Find what works for you and your family! Check out the opportunities listed at the Sign-Up Genius, and check back as more opportunities will be added from time to time. Rogers PTA 2022-23 Sign-Up Genius Link

The Rogers PTA runs on volunteer power! Thank you for all you do!

Please remember, for events that take place in person at Rogers, LBUSD requires you to have a Rogers VIPS badge. A VIPS badge from another school doesn’t transfer to Rogers. Contact Karina Vasquez at the Rogers Front Office at kvasquez@lbschools.net to start the VIPS paperwork soon and avoid the rush! Rogers PTA and LBUSD VIPS Info

REFLECTIONS 2022-23REFLECTIONS ART PROGRAM FOR 2022-23 The theme for the Reflections Art Program has been released! The theme is, “Show Your Voice!” Start thinking of how you can create a piece of original artwork to this theme using the fine arts, music composition, dance, video, photography, or writing medium. More details to come later this summer. Check this space on the PTA Website for more updates as we get them!

You may also go to the CAPTA Reflections page by clicking the image or here.

Rogers PTA Passive Fundraising with Amazon Prime & Ralphs | Register Now – help raise money year-round for Rogers PTA!

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!

Kristen P says goodbye to Rogers PTA after three years doing PTA News and Social Media (2019-2022).Thank You, and So Long! It has been my absolute privilege & pleasure to be the person representing Rogers PTA via the weekly PTA news and the posting of other website and social media content during my three years at Rogers (2019-2022). I wish you all nothing but the best as you – students, families, teachers & staff – continue making more Mustang Memories!

And for those who are ending their middle school journey along with me… safe travels as you embark on your next adventure, wherever the trail may take you! Cheers!
– Kristen P.

IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES 2021-2022                                                   
(Subject to Change – Stay Updated on Rogers School Website)
TODAY Fri. 6/10              Rogers Student Activities/Field Day
TODAY Fri. 6/10              8th Grade Yearbook Distribution | See 8th Grade Flier
Sat. 6/11                          SoCal Jeopardy Tourn. at Marshall MS | Good Luck Nate W.!
Tues. 6/14                       8th Grade Promotion Rehearsal | See 8th Grade Flier
Tues. 6/14, 6-9 p.m.        8th Grade Celebration at CSULB Student Union
Wed. 6/15, 9 a.m.            8th Grade Promotion | Outdoor Event (see 8th Gr. Flier)
Wed. 6/15                        Last Day of School | Minimum Day 2:18 p.m. Dismissal

IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES 2022-2023                                                                  
Tues. 8/23, 9a-Noon       Taking Care of Business (TCB) at Rogers | 8th Grade
Wed-Thurs. 8/24-25        WEB Leader Training (Invite-Only) | 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Wed. 8/24, 9a-Noon        TCB at Rogers | 7th Grade
Thurs. 8/25, 9a-Noon      TCB at Rogers | 6th Grade
Thurs. 8/25, 4-6 p.m.       Rogers Roundup | More Details to Come!
Mon. 8/29 (Morning)        6th Grade Orientation at Rogers | More Details to Come!
Wed. 8/31                        FIRST DAY OF THE 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR
Thurs. 9/29, Evening       SAVE THE DATE! l Back to School Night
Thurs. 9/29, Evening       SAVE THE DATE! | Rogers PTA General Assn. Meeting

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

PTA News for Friday 6/3/2022

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Hello Mustangs! We hope everyone had a wonderful week! Reminder… Student Council is counting down to the last day of school with a fun ABC activities calendar for students and staff! Please go here and tune into their Instagram feed for event day details!

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.)

Horse head shot clipart image w a mortar board graduation hat8th 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. 

PERMISSION SLIPS GOING HOME/ DUE NEXT WEEK! Parents and students, please look for an invitation and a double-sided permission slip very soon if not already sent home with your student earlier this week. All permission slips are due no later than Wed. 6/8 to your student’s 6th period teacher!

HELP AT THE EVENT! Any 8th Grade parent or guardian interested in helping the night of may also sign up to help online at the Sign-Up Genius link HERE. Please sign up to help at our 8th Grade event! Many different jobs and tasks available and open – thank you!

Want to Help Next Year for c/o 2023? Are you a current 7th Grade Parent and interested in organizing/chairing the committee for next year? Please reach out to this year’s chair Danielle to see about “shadowing” at this year’s event in preparation for next year.

THANK YOU to everyone who has donated so far! Haven’t donated yet? We are still accepting donations from 8th grade families. Please 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!

Want to know more? Please email Danielle Van Divort at deesteinberg@yahoo.com with any questions about the event (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

we need your help clip art sign display8th Grade Promotion Wednesday 6/15 | Help Wanted! The 2022 Promotion Ceremony for our 8th Grade Class is set for Wednesday June 15th from 9-10:30 a.m. at Rogers (outdoor event). The Promotion Committee is seeking a few helpers for morning day-of from 8:15-9:30 a.m. to help manage a refreshment table for this event. Please go to the 8th Grade Promotion Sign-Up Genius to choose a task to help with.

Traditionally, our 6th and 7th Grade families have helped with 8th Grade Promotion tasks so our 8th Grade families can enjoy the event with their student, but please note that any Rogers VIPS who is available is welcome to come and help!

image says "Apply now!" with LBUSD logo and VIPS volunteers in public schools logoVIPS | APPLY NOW for the 22-23 SCHOOL YEAR! Have a student entering Rogers for the 2022-23 school year? If you are interested in becoming a VIPS (Volunteers in Public Schools) for Rogers Middle School in 2022-23 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 NOW to avoid delays in your application processing time. Please note that only current Rogers VIPS will be able to help with on campus events during school hours. Please review current VIPS guidance at: LBUSD VIPS Guidance

Rogers PTA offers banner sponsorships at three levels for the 2022 calendar year.LAST CHANCE FOR BANNER OPPORTUNITIES BEFORE END OF THE 21-22 SCHOOL YEAR | Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship for 2022 remains open just a little while longer for those businesses and others wanting to sponsor Rogers!

Rogers Middle School loves being part of this community and is eager to promote local businesses. There’s still time to get your banner up before the school year ends!

If you are interested in securing a banner to hang along the Appian Way fence of Rogers, please check out our Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship Page for all details. Silver and Bronze level banners still available for purchase.

Questions about the Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship Program may be directed to Kara Camper at rogersmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com (Subject: Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship Inquiries).

This is a photo of the official Rogers Middle School Long Beach, CA sweatshirt offered by Rogers PTA for $30 each.LAST CALL for the Rogers PTA Online Store (PE Uniform, sweatshirts, memberships, 8th Grade donations, and banner sponsorships) – LAST DAY FOR ORDERS IS WEDNESDAY JUNE 8TH (final deliveries either June 9th or 10th)! Click image to right to order NOW!!!

Please visit the Rogers School Store for all of your Spirit wear uniform T-shirt tops, yearbooks, and other direct-from-school items for purchase.

Rogers PTA Help Wanted for the 2022-23 School Year Want to get involved and help our Rogers Mustangs next school year? The Rogers PTA needs your help, and has both big and small opportunities for you to help out as a chair, committee member, or general volunteer. Find what works for you and your family! Check out the opportunities listed at the Sign-Up Genius, and check back as more opportunities will be added from time to time. Rogers PTA 2022-23 Sign-Up Genius Link

The Rogers PTA runs on volunteer power! Thank you for all you do!

Please remember, for events that take place in person at Rogers, LBUSD requires you to have a Rogers VIPS badge. A VIPS badge from another school doesn’t transfer to Rogers. Contact Karina Vasquez at the Rogers Front Office at kvasquez@lbschools.net to start the VIPS paperwork soon and avoid the rush!

Rogers PTA Passive Fundraising with Amazon Prime & Ralphs | Register Now – help raise money year-round for Rogers PTA!

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. 6/6                          Student Fines DUE | Library, Missing Items, etc.
Wed. 6/8                          LAST DAY TO ORDER for 21-22 at Rogers PTA Online Store
Thurs. 6/9                        PTA Board Meeting
Thurs. 6/9                        8th Grade Class Knott’s Berry Farm | See 8th Gr. Perm. Slip
Fri. 6/10                           Rogers Student Activities/Field Day
Fri. 6/10                           8th Grade Yearbook Distribution | See 8th Grade Flier
Sat. 6/11                          SoCal Jeopardy Tourn. at Marshall MS | Good Luck Nate W.!
Tues. 6/14                       8th Grade Promotion Rehearsal | See 8th Grade Flier
Tues. 6/14, 6-9 p.m.        8th Grade Celebration at CSULB Student Union
Wed. 6/15, 9 a.m.            8th Grade Promotion | Outdoor Event (see 8th Gr. Flier)
Wed. 6/15                        Last Day of School | Minimum Day 2:18 p.m. Dismissal

IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES 2022-2023                                                                  
Tues. 8/23, 9a-Noon       Taking Care of Business (TCB) at Rogers | 8th Grade
Wed-Thurs. 8/24-25        WEB Leader Training (Invite-Only) | 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Wed. 8/24, 9a-Noon        TCB at Rogers | 7th Grade
Thurs. 8/25, 9a-Noon      TCB at Rogers | 6th Grade
Thurs. 8/25, 4-6 p.m.       Rogers Roundup | More Details to Come!
Mon. 8/29 (Morning)        6th Grade Orientation at Rogers | More Details to Come!
Wed. 8/31                        FIRST DAY OF THE 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR

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

PTA News for Friday 5/27/2022

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Hello Mustangs! We hope everyone had a wonderful week! Reminder… Student Council is counting down to the last day of school with a fun ABC activities calendar for students and staff! Please go here and tune into their Instagram feed for event day details! And… enjoy your three-day weekend… Memorial Day holiday is this Monday 5/30 – NO SCHOOL! Classes resume Tuesday 5/31.

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 Teacher of the Year and Service Awards This week, Rogers PTA held its final meeting of the year, and the Board was honored to recognize a few of people who make it all possible.

Rogers PTA Teacher of the Year for 2021-22 is Mr. Timothy Ching. Pictured here with the two students who nominated him. He is retiring after 41 years at Rogers Middle School as a PE teacher and will be missed.Your Rogers PTA 2021-22 Teacher of the Year is none other than Mr. Timothy Ching! He is pictured here with the two students who nominated him, who also read their kind words during the meeting. PTA wishes Mr. Ching all the best as he departs Rogers at the end of this school year after 41 years of teaching PE to generations of Long Beach students.

Principal Jeff Wood is leaving at the end of the 21-22 school year after four years at Rogers.The Board also officially acknowledged Principal Jeff Wood with a fond farewell to honor his four years of service here at Rogers.  He will be departing at the end of this school year for his new Principal position with Robinson K8 starting later this summer.

Three parents were honored by Rogers PTA with service awards at the May 2022 meeting in commemoration of their many years of service to Rogers.Three departing 8th grade parents, Danielle Van Divort,   Kristen Pincherli, and Ella Hall were also recognized fondly for their many years of volunteering at Rogers in a variety of Board, Committee, and other key supporting positions in service to our students, families, teachers, and staff.

Rogers PTA thanks all of these individuals for their collective years of service, dedication, and effort into making our collective Mustang experience memorable. And remember… once a Mustang always a Mustang!

Horse head shot clipart image w a mortar board graduation hat8th GRADE COMMITTEE UPDATES | Parents and students, please look for an invitation and a double- sided permission slip that will be sent home from the school next week (week of 5/31-6/3). 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. 

THANK YOU to everyone who has donated so far! Haven’t donated yet? We are still accepting donations from 8th grade families. Please 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!

Are you a 2022-23 8th Grade Parent and interested in organizing/chairing the committee for next year? Please reach out to this year’s chair Danielle to see about “shadowing” at this year’s event in preparation for next year.

A Sign up genius will be sent to any 8th Grade parent or guardian interested in helping the night of. 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

we need your help clip art sign display8th Grade Promotion Wednesday 6/15 | Help Wanted! The 2022 Promotion Ceremony for our 8th Grade Class is set for Wednesday June 15th from 9-10:30 a.m. at Rogers (outdoor event). The Promotion Committee is seeking a few helpers for morning day-of from 8:15-9:30 a.m. to help manage a refreshment table for this event. Please go to the 8th Grade Promotion Sign-Up Genius to choose a task to help with.

Traditionally, our 6th and 7th Grade families have helped with 8th Grade Promotion tasks so our 8th Grade families can enjoy the event with their student, but please note that any Rogers VIPS who is available is welcome to come and help!

image says "Apply now!" with LBUSD logo and VIPS volunteers in public schools logoVIPS | APPLY NOW for the 22-23 SCHOOL YEAR! Have a student entering Rogers for the 2022-23 school year? If you are interested in becoming a VIPS (Volunteers in Public Schools) for Rogers Middle School in 2022-23 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 NOW to avoid delays in your application processing time. Please note that only current Rogers VIPS will be able to help with on campus events during school hours. Please review current VIPS guidance at: LBUSD VIPS Guidance

Rogers PTA offers banner sponsorships at three levels for the 2022 calendar year.LAST CHANCE FOR BANNER OPPORTUNITIES BEFORE END OF THE 21-22 SCHOOL YEAR | Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship for 2022 remains open just a little while longer for those businesses and others wanting to sponsor Rogers!

Rogers Middle School loves being part of this community and is eager to promote local businesses. There’s still time to get your banner up before the school year ends!

If you are interested in securing a banner to hang along the Appian Way fence of Rogers, please check out our Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship Page for all details. Silver and Bronze level banners still available for purchase.

Questions about the Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship Program may be directed to Kara Camper at rogersmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com (Subject: Rogers PTA Banner Sponsorship Inquiries).

This is a photo of the official Rogers Middle School Long Beach, CA sweatshirt offered by Rogers PTA for $30 each.LAST CALL for the Rogers PTA Online Store (PE Uniform, sweatshirts, memberships, 8th Grade donations, and banner sponsorships) – LAST DAY FOR ORDERS IS WEDNESDAY JUNE 8TH (final deliveries either June 9th or 10th)! Click image to right to order NOW!!!

Please visit the Rogers School Store for all of your Spirit wear uniform T-shirt tops, yearbooks, and other direct-from-school items for purchase.

Rogers PTA Help Wanted for the 2022-23 School Year Want to get involved and help our Rogers Mustangs next school year? The Rogers PTA needs your help, and has both big and small opportunities for you to help out as a chair, committee member, or general volunteer. Find what works for you and your family! Check out the opportunities listed at the Sign-Up Genius, and check back as more opportunities will be added from time to time. Rogers PTA 2022-23 Sign-Up Genius Link

The Rogers PTA runs on volunteer power! Thank you for all you do!

Please remember, for events that take place in person at Rogers, LBUSD requires you to have a Rogers VIPS badge. A VIPS badge from another school doesn’t transfer to Rogers. Contact Karina Vasquez at the Rogers Front Office at kvasquez@lbschools.net to start the VIPS paperwork soon and avoid the rush!

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

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. 5/30                        Memorial Day Holiday | NO SCHOOL
Mon. 6/6                          8th Grade Fines DUE | Library, PE locks etc. (see 8th Gr. Flier)
Wed. 6/8                          LAST DAY TO ORDER for 21-22 at Rogers PTA Online Store
Thurs. 6/9                        PTA Board Meeting
Thurs. 6/9                        8th Grade Class Knott’s Berry Farm | See 8th Grade Flier
Fri. 6/10                           Rogers Student Activities/Field Day
Fri. 6/10                           8th Grade Yearbook Distribution | See 8th Grade Flier
Sat. 6/11                          So Cal Jeopardy Tournament Event | Good Luck Nate W.!
Tues. 6/14                       8th Grade Promotion Rehearsal | See 8th Grade Flier
Tues. 6/14, 6-9 p.m.        8th Grade Celebration at CSULB Student Union
Wed. 6/15, 9 a.m.            8th Grade Promotion | Outdoor Event (see 8th Gr. Flier)
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 5/13/2022

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Hello Mustangs! We hope everyone had a wonderful week! Please remember NEXT WEDNESDAY May 18th 6-7 p.m. is OPEN HOUSE IN PERSON ON CAMPUS! More details below and coming soon in school communications and the weekly bulletin – check your student’s Canvas!

Also… Student Council is counting down to the last day of school with a fun ABC activities calendar for students and staff! Please go here and tune into their Instagram feed for event day details!

 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.)

open house text on sandwich board clip artSave the Date! Open House IN PERSON NEXT WEEK 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. More info is available on your student’s Canvas tiles in the weekly bulletin and other school communications. 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.

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. While EVERYONE is welcome and invited to attend this meeting, please note that only active 2021-22 Rogers PTA members are eligible to vote. 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 | The committee visited CSULB at the end of April and 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 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. 

MEETING DATE CHANGE: The next 8th Grade Committee meeting will be on MONDAY MAY 23rd from 6-8pm (please email for the location).

The 8th Grade Committee Still Needs Your Support! Haven’t donated yet? The committee is looking for 20 more families to donate $25 by Monday May 15th! They also need a total of $900 more in donations to ensure that every 8th grader who wants to go is able to attend! Please 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 NEXT WEEKEND Saturday May 21st, 4-7 p.m. | The Rogers Music Program will be holding its large annual fundraiser event outdoors at Rogers next weekend! Tickets are just $25 to come and enjoy the Rogers’ 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

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)
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
Mon. 5/23, 6-8 p.m.        8th Grade Committee Meeting | Details Above
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
Sat. 6/11                          So Cal Jeopardy Tournament Event | Good Luck Nate W.!
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 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).

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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.