An update on Trep$
Workshop 2 was full of energy, creativity, and big entrepreneur thinking!
This session focused on one of the most important parts of running a business, figuring out unit cost, so students can price their products and actually make a profit. The room was buzzing as students jumped into a hands-on STEM challenge, creating brand new products using everyday materials like paper clips, clothespins, tape, construction paper, popsicle sticks, and pipe cleaners.
Their creativity was incredible. We saw everything from clever organizers to mini inventions and imaginative tools that solved real problems.
But the biggest aha moment came at the end. Students realized it is not just about the cost of materials - their time, effort, and creativity matter too! Especially for detailed, labor-intensive creations, pricing needs to reflect the work behind the scenes.
It was an exciting and eye-opening workshop that left students thinking like true business owners.
Workshop #3
On Friday, our Trep$ program held two focus group sessions with many of our amazing local community volunteers. Our students shared their visions regarding their Trep$ businesses, product idea(s), potential target market, pricing, as well as how they would further promote their businesses outside of school. These focus groups proved incredibly important because they confirmed whether our entrepreneurs were on the right track or needed to make slight revisions to their plans.
What was most astounding was the level of professionalism displayed among our students. They presented themselves respectfully and spoke with great knowledge of their plans. Our community volunteers were blown away by the presentations, and they couldn't believe we had only been working within this program for 3 weeks.
So, kudos to all of our young entrepreneurs!
Workshop 2 was full of energy, creativity, and big entrepreneur thinking!
This session focused on one of the most important parts of running a business, figuring out unit cost, so students can price their products and actually make a profit. The room was buzzing as students jumped into a hands-on STEM challenge, creating brand new products using everyday materials like paper clips, clothespins, tape, construction paper, popsicle sticks, and pipe cleaners.
Their creativity was incredible. We saw everything from clever organizers to mini inventions and imaginative tools that solved real problems.
But the biggest aha moment came at the end. Students realized it is not just about the cost of materials - their time, effort, and creativity matter too! Especially for detailed, labor-intensive creations, pricing needs to reflect the work behind the scenes.
It was an exciting and eye-opening workshop that left students thinking like true business owners.
Workshop #3
On Friday, our Trep$ program held two focus group sessions with many of our amazing local community volunteers. Our students shared their visions regarding their Trep$ businesses, product idea(s), potential target market, pricing, as well as how they would further promote their businesses outside of school. These focus groups proved incredibly important because they confirmed whether our entrepreneurs were on the right track or needed to make slight revisions to their plans.
What was most astounding was the level of professionalism displayed among our students. They presented themselves respectfully and spoke with great knowledge of their plans. Our community volunteers were blown away by the presentations, and they couldn't believe we had only been working within this program for 3 weeks.
So, kudos to all of our young entrepreneurs!
A big congratulations to the boys’ baseball team for earning their first win on Friday against Riverdale. From the mound, Oliver Hader is credited with 5 strikeouts in 3 innings, and Jake Ramm closed the game with 2 strikeouts.
Jake Ramm had the first hit of the game, followed by a hit from Landon Costa. Oliver Hader then drove in the first run, James Olsen drove in the second run, and then David Levy drove in the third run to give the Falcons an early 3-2 lead. At the start of the 3rd inning, the Falcons were down by one run when Brady Golden drove in the tying run. With David Levy on base, he was able to steal home to once again put the Falcons in the lead. Going into the bottom of the last inning, RVS was down by one run. Jake Ramm got the rally started by stealing second off of a base hit. With Landon Costa up to bat, he advanced Jake to 3rd and then stole 2nd. Oliver Hader got up to bat and hit the ball out to right field. Jake Ramm scored to tie it up and Landon Costa rounded 3rd base coming from second and slid into home to score the winning run as the catcher tried to make the play! The final score was 7-6. Your coaches are so proud of you!
Jake Ramm had the first hit of the game, followed by a hit from Landon Costa. Oliver Hader then drove in the first run, James Olsen drove in the second run, and then David Levy drove in the third run to give the Falcons an early 3-2 lead. At the start of the 3rd inning, the Falcons were down by one run when Brady Golden drove in the tying run. With David Levy on base, he was able to steal home to once again put the Falcons in the lead. Going into the bottom of the last inning, RVS was down by one run. Jake Ramm got the rally started by stealing second off of a base hit. With Landon Costa up to bat, he advanced Jake to 3rd and then stole 2nd. Oliver Hader got up to bat and hit the ball out to right field. Jake Ramm scored to tie it up and Landon Costa rounded 3rd base coming from second and slid into home to score the winning run as the catcher tried to make the play! The final score was 7-6. Your coaches are so proud of you!
Attention current 7th graders, interested in running for
Student Council? There will be a mandatory interest meeting
on Thursday, May 7th at 7:15am in the library. Please be on
time and you must be present to run for office.
Student Council? There will be a mandatory interest meeting
on Thursday, May 7th at 7:15am in the library. Please be on
time and you must be present to run for office.
Track Schedule this week:
Monday, 5/4: Practice at RVA fields, 2:30-4; ride pick up 4 pm at RVA
Tuesday, 5/5: Practice at RVA fields, 2:30-4; ride pick up 4 pm at RVA
Wednesday, 5/6: Practice at RVA fields, 2:30-4; ride pick up 4 pm at RVA
Thursday, 5/7: Practice at RVA fields, 2:30-4; ride pick up 4 pm at RVA
Friday, 5/8: No Practice
Monday, 5/4: Practice at RVA fields, 2:30-4; ride pick up 4 pm at RVA
Tuesday, 5/5: Practice at RVA fields, 2:30-4; ride pick up 4 pm at RVA
Wednesday, 5/6: Practice at RVA fields, 2:30-4; ride pick up 4 pm at RVA
Thursday, 5/7: Practice at RVA fields, 2:30-4; ride pick up 4 pm at RVA
Friday, 5/8: No Practice
Students in Mrs. Lehman’s 7th grade language arts class recently completed a STEAM boat-building project inspired by the novel A Long Walk to Water.🌊📚
In the story, characters build boats to cross the Nile River, and students took on the same challenge. Using straws and other materials, they designed and constructed their own boats, which were then put to the test. 🚤
Two groups came out on top. Well done to all for their creativity, teamwork, and effort!
In the story, characters build boats to cross the Nile River, and students took on the same challenge. Using straws and other materials, they designed and constructed their own boats, which were then put to the test. 🚤
Two groups came out on top. Well done to all for their creativity, teamwork, and effort!
The Falcons competed in a quad meet yesterday in Morristown. Teagan Benitez ran strong in the 100 and 200 finishing first in her race. Sasha Patti finished 1st in the 100 and achieved her new personal best time. Celia Schrager sprinted hard taking third in the 100 meter. The relay team of Shanti Starr, Victoria Givens, Valeria Krovkina and Vanessa Galloway finished second in the contest; anchor Vanessa Galloway used her speed to pass the Frelinghuysen runner in a very exciting race.
For the boys, Wiley Luogemeno achieved two personal bests; he took first in the discus with his personal best throw of 80.2 feet and threw the shot 29.7 feet. Dominic Ruocco also achieved a personal best shot put throw of 28.1 feet. Anthony Federico had a great meet taking first in the 100, 200 and 400 with a second place finish in the shot put. He set two personal bests in the 200 and shot put. Jonny Ponte ran a strong 1600 meter finishing 3rd. Congratulations Falcons on a great meet.
For the boys, Wiley Luogemeno achieved two personal bests; he took first in the discus with his personal best throw of 80.2 feet and threw the shot 29.7 feet. Dominic Ruocco also achieved a personal best shot put throw of 28.1 feet. Anthony Federico had a great meet taking first in the 100, 200 and 400 with a second place finish in the shot put. He set two personal bests in the 200 and shot put. Jonny Ponte ran a strong 1600 meter finishing 3rd. Congratulations Falcons on a great meet.
🌟 Join Us for Community Connections! 🌟
Rockaway Valley School invites you to attend our Community Connections Meetings to learn more about our school’s facilities and educational needs. This is a great opportunity to stay informed, ask questions, and be part of the conversation about the future of our school community.
We look forward to connecting with you and working together to support the continued growth and success of Rockaway Valley School! 🏫✨
Rockaway Valley School invites you to attend our Community Connections Meetings to learn more about our school’s facilities and educational needs. This is a great opportunity to stay informed, ask questions, and be part of the conversation about the future of our school community.
We look forward to connecting with you and working together to support the continued growth and success of Rockaway Valley School! 🏫✨
🎉 This Friday, May 1st is School Spirit Day! 🎉
Show your RVS pride by wearing your Spirit Wear and help make a difference by donating to our Food Pantry.
Let’s come together, show our school spirit, and support those in need!
Show your RVS pride by wearing your Spirit Wear and help make a difference by donating to our Food Pantry.
Let’s come together, show our school spirit, and support those in need!
🔬✨ STEM Night at RVS! ✨🔬
Join us this Thursday, April 30th from 4:45–7:00 PM for an exciting evening of hands-on learning and fun!
🚀 Explore engineering, robotics, and physics demos
🎨 Enjoy face painting
👩🔬 Meet community STEM leaders
🔍 Get inspired for your science fair projects
This event is open to all students—we hope to see you there!
Questions? Please contact: Leah.K.Mills@gmail.com
Join us this Thursday, April 30th from 4:45–7:00 PM for an exciting evening of hands-on learning and fun!
🚀 Explore engineering, robotics, and physics demos
🎨 Enjoy face painting
👩🔬 Meet community STEM leaders
🔍 Get inspired for your science fair projects
This event is open to all students—we hope to see you there!
Questions? Please contact: Leah.K.Mills@gmail.com
Today is School Bus Driver Appreciation Day! 🚌
Take a moment this afternoon to thank your bus driver for their dedication, care, and the important role they play in getting our students to and from school safely each day.
Take a moment this afternoon to thank your bus driver for their dedication, care, and the important role they play in getting our students to and from school safely each day.
Attention RVS:
Friday is school spirit day! Bring in items for the food pantry and wear green and yellow!
Any homeroom that brings in 40 or more items will receive a snack coupon at lunch!
Friday is school spirit day! Bring in items for the food pantry and wear green and yellow!
Any homeroom that brings in 40 or more items will receive a snack coupon at lunch!
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Community Connections Meeting scheduled for today, April 23, at 10am has been canceled.
🌟 Join Us for Community Connections! 🌟
Rockaway Valley School invites you to attend our Community Connections Meetings to learn more about our school’s facilities and educational needs. This is a great opportunity to stay informed, ask questions, and be part of the conversation about the future of our school community.
We look forward to connecting with you and working together to support the continued growth and success of Rockaway Valley School! 🏫✨
Rockaway Valley School invites you to attend our Community Connections Meetings to learn more about our school’s facilities and educational needs. This is a great opportunity to stay informed, ask questions, and be part of the conversation about the future of our school community.
We look forward to connecting with you and working together to support the continued growth and success of Rockaway Valley School! 🏫✨
Join us tomorrow, April 21st, for our Arts Festival from 6:00–8:00 PM! Come walk through the school and enjoy your student’s artwork proudly displayed throughout the building.
Be sure to stay for the Spring Concert at 7:00 PM, featuring our talented 6th, 7th, and 8th grade musicians! 🎵
We can’t wait to welcome you!
Be sure to stay for the Spring Concert at 7:00 PM, featuring our talented 6th, 7th, and 8th grade musicians! 🎵
We can’t wait to welcome you!
Join us this Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM for Parent Night: Executive Function & Student Support in the RVS Library!
Learn helpful strategies to support your child’s organization, time management, and overall success in school. We hope to see you there!
Learn helpful strategies to support your child’s organization, time management, and overall success in school. We hope to see you there!
TREP$ Update:
Our Candy Bar Challenge was a huge success! As part of the TREP$ program (sponsored by BTEF), we had 7 groups create their own unique candy bar—from concept to creation. Students designed their wrappers and even presented commercials to showcase their final products.
Throughout the process, we explored market opportunities and identified different types of consumers who might be drawn to each product. Once they determined their target audience, they developed some truly creative ideas:
✨ Cosmic Candy Bar – featuring “moon dust” and intergalactic flavors, with space facts on the wrapper
✨ The Best of Both Worlds – a mix of dark and milk chocolate for those who can’t choose
✨ Pop Bar – packed with Pop Rocks for an adventurous treat
✨ Stretch Bar – a gummy-based bar that can be stretched and molded before eating
✨ Strawberry Crunch – made with freeze-dried strawberries for a more health-conscious option
✨ Sugar Rush – bursting with colors and flavors for kids who want it all
✨ S’more Bar – a twist on the classic with added banana
After the presentations, we discussed which bars appealed more to kids vs. adults, along with which wrappers and commercials were most effective for different audiences.
Amazing creativity and thoughtful marketing skills on display—great job to all involved! 👏
🌟 Join Us for Community Connections! 🌟
Rockaway Valley School invites you to attend our Community Connections Meetings to learn more about our school’s facilities and educational needs. This is a great opportunity to stay informed, ask questions, and be part of the conversation about the future of our school community.
We look forward to connecting with you and working together to support the continued growth and success of Rockaway Valley School! 🏫✨
Rockaway Valley School invites you to attend our Community Connections Meetings to learn more about our school’s facilities and educational needs. This is a great opportunity to stay informed, ask questions, and be part of the conversation about the future of our school community.
We look forward to connecting with you and working together to support the continued growth and success of Rockaway Valley School! 🏫✨
The Falcons competed against Pequannock in their second meet of the season. Anthony Federico took 1st place in the 100, 200, 400 and shot put; he set a personal best record in shot put. Wiley Luogemeno took 3rd in the shot put. In the 1600, Jonny Ponte had a first place finish in the 1600.
For the girls, Lillian DiOrio placed 1st in the 800, and 3rd in the 1600. Lilly Landau ran the 100 and finished 3rd in her heat. Teagan Benitez took 3rd in the shot put.
Congratulations, Falcons on a great meet!
For the girls, Lillian DiOrio placed 1st in the 800, and 3rd in the 1600. Lilly Landau ran the 100 and finished 3rd in her heat. Teagan Benitez took 3rd in the shot put.
Congratulations, Falcons on a great meet!
🌟 Join Us for Community Connections! 🌟
Rockaway Valley School invites you to attend our Community Connections Meetings to learn more about our school’s facilities and educational needs. This is a great opportunity to stay informed, ask questions, and be part of the conversation about the future of our school community.
We look forward to connecting with you and working together to support the continued growth and success of Rockaway Valley School! 🏫✨
Rockaway Valley School invites you to attend our Community Connections Meetings to learn more about our school’s facilities and educational needs. This is a great opportunity to stay informed, ask questions, and be part of the conversation about the future of our school community.
We look forward to connecting with you and working together to support the continued growth and success of Rockaway Valley School! 🏫✨
Attention RVS:
Friday is school spirit day! Bring in items for the food pantry and wear green and yellow!
Friday is school spirit day! Bring in items for the food pantry and wear green and yellow!