Rockaway Valley School
Excellence in Education
The Falcons competed in a tri meet yesterday at Kinnelon High School. For the girls, Vanessa Galloway set her personal best in the 100 with 13.8 seconds. Lillian DiOrio ran a fast 2 minute 53 second 800 meter race, her best time of the season.
For the boys, Jonny Ponte ran a 1600 meter in 5 minutes 26 seconds, his best of the season. Anthony Federico placed 1st in the 100, 200, 400 and shot put. Wiley Luogemeno threw the discus 9.6 feet further than our last meet. Anthony Schilingo set a personal best with a 9.4 foot long jump. Congratulations Falcons on a great meet!
For the boys, Jonny Ponte ran a 1600 meter in 5 minutes 26 seconds, his best of the season. Anthony Federico placed 1st in the 100, 200, 400 and shot put. Wiley Luogemeno threw the discus 9.6 feet further than our last meet. Anthony Schilingo set a personal best with a 9.4 foot long jump. Congratulations Falcons on a great meet!
The Lady Falcons did it again! The girls softball team swept another win against Mendham Boro with a 4 game winning streak with the final score of 10-3! Mia Satran lead the team as pitcher and brought in 3 runs. Antonia Ragucci played a strong game offensively and as short stop. Isla Toto stole second and third bases consistently each time she got on base bringing home 2 runs and 1 RBI. Alana SanFilippo played tight at catcher and offensively dellivered 2 RBIs. Olivia McAndew came home twice as well. It was a great team effort! Keep up the fight.
The Falcons have their last regular season game today at home at 4pm against Lincoln Park - come out and support the home team!
Let’s go Falcons!
The Falcons have their last regular season game today at home at 4pm against Lincoln Park - come out and support the home team!
Let’s go Falcons!
Congratulations to the boys’ baseball team on their tie with Mendham Boro yesterday. Jake Ramm got the game started with a base hit and then stole 2nd, 3rd, and home. David Levy then had an RBI to push the Falcons up 2 to 0. Jake Ramm and Patrick Duchene are credited with RBI singles. Aaron Mills and Jake Ramm are credited with 2-run singles. David Levy and Jake Ramm each had 2 base hits, and James Olsen had one hit. Landon Costa and Patrick Duchene both stole home, and Aaron Mills stole home coming from 2nd base.
Defensively, James Olsen threw out two runners at 3rd base from home to third with Aaron making the tags. Oliver Hader pitched the first 3 innings, and Aaron Mills solidified the tie with three strikeouts with the batters looking.
Good luck against Lincoln Park for the last home game today!
Defensively, James Olsen threw out two runners at 3rd base from home to third with Aaron making the tags. Oliver Hader pitched the first 3 innings, and Aaron Mills solidified the tie with three strikeouts with the batters looking.
Good luck against Lincoln Park for the last home game today!
This past weekend, 6 of our talented RVS 5th & 6th grade musicians had the incredible opportunity to perform alongside new friends from across Northern New Jersey at the NJSMA Honors Band! 🎶
Congratulations to Remy Dorner, Leila Byrnes, Shanti Starr, Zeke Hammel, Kaleb Schleider, and Nolan Bardach-Swern on this outstanding accomplishment. These students have spent weeks practicing and preparing for this special event, and their hard work truly paid off.
A special thank you to Mrs. Covart for helping the students prepare and for supporting them throughout the event. The beautiful music they created made us all incredibly proud!
Congratulations to Remy Dorner, Leila Byrnes, Shanti Starr, Zeke Hammel, Kaleb Schleider, and Nolan Bardach-Swern on this outstanding accomplishment. These students have spent weeks practicing and preparing for this special event, and their hard work truly paid off.
A special thank you to Mrs. Covart for helping the students prepare and for supporting them throughout the event. The beautiful music they created made us all incredibly proud!
Today our teachers were greeted with a wonderful surprise for Teacher Appreciation Week!
Thank you to the BTEF! Your thoughtful gesture was truly appreciated and helped make our teachers feel extra special today!
Thank you to the BTEF! Your thoughtful gesture was truly appreciated and helped make our teachers feel extra special today!
Please be advised that our Community Connections Meeting scheduled for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 12, has been cancelled.
🎶 In Band news, 6 RVS students participated in an Honors Band event this weekend! Congratulations to Nolan Bardach-Swern, Remy Dorner, Kaleb Schleider, Zeke Hammel, Shanti Starr, and Leila Byrnes.
We are so proud of your hard work and dedication! You all sounded fantastic! 👏🎵
We are so proud of your hard work and dedication! You all sounded fantastic! 👏🎵
Day 4 of the HSA Staff Appreciation Raffle!
Today, we had some super helpers from Mrs. Kuhl’s class assist us in picking the lucky winners!
Congratulations to Ms. Goldring, Mrs. Barbach, Mrs. Ambrose, Mrs. Shaffer, and Ms. Xydas!
Today, we had some super helpers from Mrs. Kuhl’s class assist us in picking the lucky winners!
Congratulations to Ms. Goldring, Mrs. Barbach, Mrs. Ambrose, Mrs. Shaffer, and Ms. Xydas!
🌟 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! 🏫✨
Today we had some awesome helpers from Ms. Ennis’ class assist in picking the lucky winners of the HSA Staff Appreciation Raffle! 🎉
Congratulations to the winners Mrs. Doyle, Mrs. Kuhl, Mrs. Gaffney, and Mrs. Clifford!
Congratulations to the winners Mrs. Doyle, Mrs. Kuhl, Mrs. Gaffney, and Mrs. Clifford!
Happy School Nurse’s Day to Mrs. Neretich and our Substitute Nurses 🩺💙
Thank you for everything you do each and every day to keep our students and staff at RVS safe, healthy, and cared for.
Thank you for everything you do each and every day to keep our students and staff at RVS safe, healthy, and cared for.
Congratulations to Boonton Township's recipient of the Morris County Superintendents Leadership Award, Dominick!
The Morris County Superintendent’s Middle School Leadership Award is an annual recognition presented to 8th grade students who demonstrate outstanding citizenship, leadership, and commitment to community service. Dominick exemplifies each of these qualities with integrity and dedication.
Congratulations, Dominick!
The Morris County Superintendent’s Middle School Leadership Award is an annual recognition presented to 8th grade students who demonstrate outstanding citizenship, leadership, and commitment to community service. Dominick exemplifies each of these qualities with integrity and dedication.
Congratulations, Dominick!
⚾️ Big win for our RVS Baseball Team!
RVS beat Briarcliff with a thrilling 9–8 victory after a full 7 innings!
A huge CONGRATULATIONS to the boys’ baseball team for beating Mountain Lakes after a full 7 innings with a score of 9-8.
Oliver Hader had an RBI single and David had two RBI singles. Base running made the difference with Jake Ramm stealing home twice (one time all the way from 2nd base), and Aaron Mills stole home twice. At the top of the 6th inning, Aaron’s steal of home is what put the Falcons on top. Aaron Mills then went on to pitch two innings after Jake Ramm’s stellar performance for five innings. Aaron saw 7 batters and struck out 5 of them. Way to go, boys!
Oliver Hader had an RBI single and David had two RBI singles. Base running made the difference with Jake Ramm stealing home twice (one time all the way from 2nd base), and Aaron Mills stole home twice. At the top of the 6th inning, Aaron’s steal of home is what put the Falcons on top. Aaron Mills then went on to pitch two innings after Jake Ramm’s stellar performance for five innings. Aaron saw 7 batters and struck out 5 of them. Way to go, boys!
The Girls Softball team defeated Mountain Lakes 21–10 in 5 innings yesterday to extend their winning streak to 3 games in a row!
The Falcons offense was on fire all game, featuring strong hitting, aggressive base running, and a complete team effort across the lineup.
Mia Satran scored 4 runs, including a home run, earned the win as pitcher, and added 2 stolen bases.
Charlee Gianguercio had a huge day with 4 runs scored, 6 RBIs, and 2 stolen bases. Antonia Ragucci added 4 runs scored and a stolen base, while Isla Toto contributed 2 runs scored and 2 stolen bases.
Alana SanFilippo drove in 3 runs and scored once with a stolen base. Angelina Heuman added 2 runs scored and an RBI, Rosie Ruocco had 2 RBIs, and Olivia McAndrew scored 2 runs.
Great overall team effort by the Falcons!
The Falcons offense was on fire all game, featuring strong hitting, aggressive base running, and a complete team effort across the lineup.
Mia Satran scored 4 runs, including a home run, earned the win as pitcher, and added 2 stolen bases.
Charlee Gianguercio had a huge day with 4 runs scored, 6 RBIs, and 2 stolen bases. Antonia Ragucci added 4 runs scored and a stolen base, while Isla Toto contributed 2 runs scored and 2 stolen bases.
Alana SanFilippo drove in 3 runs and scored once with a stolen base. Angelina Heuman added 2 runs scored and an RBI, Rosie Ruocco had 2 RBIs, and Olivia McAndrew scored 2 runs.
Great overall team effort by the Falcons!
Day 2 of our HSA Staff Appreciation Week raffle!
Today, students from Ms. Castan’s class helped us draw the lucky winners. Congratulations to Mrs. Hayes, Mr. Guardino, Mrs. Covart, Mrs. Fusco, and Mrs. Klesitz!
Today, students from Ms. Castan’s class helped us draw the lucky winners. Congratulations to Mrs. Hayes, Mr. Guardino, Mrs. Covart, Mrs. Fusco, and Mrs. Klesitz!
Congratulations to the boys’ baseball team on their 22-14 victory over Mount Arlington. Jake Ramm got the game started with a hit and then stole 2nd, 3rd, and home. Oliver Hader had 2 base hits. David Levy had a 2-run single. James Olsen had two RBI singles. Carter Long and Jake Ramm each had RBI singles. Landon Costa hit a 2-run double.
Aaron Mills completed the circuit with an RBI single, a 2-run double, and an RBI triple!
From the mound, James Olsen is credited with 3 strikeouts. Landon Costa made his debut with one strikeout.
Congratulations Falcons! Let’s get Mountain Lakes this afternoon!
Aaron Mills completed the circuit with an RBI single, a 2-run double, and an RBI triple!
From the mound, James Olsen is credited with 3 strikeouts. Landon Costa made his debut with one strikeout.
Congratulations Falcons! Let’s get Mountain Lakes this afternoon!
Students from Dr. Cevera’s class helped distribute raffle prizes to our staff members who won today’s HSA Staff Appreciation Week raffle! 🎉
Congratulations to Mrs. Esposito, Mr. Cordero, Mrs. Salmon, Mrs. Scarfone, and Mrs. Aikey! đź‘Ź
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!