Hey There,
Have a great summer! Camping, traveling, swimming, playing sports, and spending time with your family and friends. I'll be doing some of all that!
I am truly impressed by all your hard work this year. You met every challenge (social and academic) with resolve and determination; you overcame difficulty and adversity; and you brought joy and laughter. You were creative, responsible, hard working, and lively! The list of accomplishments could go on and on! GREAT JOB! Special thanks to all our supportive parents and family members! Job well done!
And...Wonderful work on the end of the year portfolios. If you forgot to pick your portfolio up, you can always pick it up when we return to school in August. Keep these binders as souvenirs, mementos, and something to reflect upon as you move forward.
Remember what it was like to be a sixth grader? At times, it was hard to find a true friend. Upper classmen acted as if they were superior. Don't believe the hype. There's no room for bullying or teasing. When you return as a 7th grader, help make RMS a place were all students are treated as equals and embraced for their uniqueness and individuality. We are one learning community - we must work together to ensure that our school is a peaceful, friendly place to be.
Lastly, I wish to share with you a memorable quote and a famous short poem:
"The heights by great men and women reached and kept were not attained in sudden flight but, while their companions slept, they were toiling upwards in the night."
-Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
No man is an island,
entire of itself.
Each is a piece of the continent,
a part of the main.
Each man's death diminishes me,
for I am involved in mankind.
Therefore, send not to know
for whom the bell tolls,
it tolls for thee.
-John Donne
Best Wishes!
Mr. Briggs
p.s. Don't forget about the Washington D.C. trip early registration deadline, June 8th. Several students in our classroom have already registered! Way to go! Let me know if you have questions.
p.s.s. Feel free to post your comments!
