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April Newsletter!

Posted Date: 04/08/26 (02:00 PM)


April Newsletter

RSDFlex Elementary Newsletter April 2026

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Dear Families,
As we are getting to the end of the year we wanted to go over a few reminders and upcoming events for Flex Elementary! Please check your Parent Square regularly to ensure that you are receiving timely information from our program.
 

Our Elementary Robotics team did amazing at the Robotics Competition!

robotics team
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Upcoming Events

  • State Testing- 4/21-4/24 and 4/28-5/1 from 10-11:30 am
  • 5th Grade Outdoor School- 5/11-5/13
  • 5th Grade Track Meet- 6/4
  • Last Day of School- 6/11

No School Days
  • Memorial Day- 5/25

Enrollment for 2026-2027 is now Open!

Enrollment for the RSDFlex online program for the 2026–2027 school year is now open.

This year, all current RSDFlex students will be automatically re-enrolled in RSDFlex for the upcoming school year. A new application is not required. If you plan for your student to return to their boundary school next year, please notify us and contact the school directly to ensure all steps have been completed. 

If you have an incoming kindergartener and would like to enroll them in RSDFlex for the 2026-2027 school year, please fill out this Elementary Enrollment Application. Please note that kindergarten students must first be enrolled in the Redmond School District before they can be enrolled in RSDFlex. 
 

SBAC Testing for Elementary Students starts April 21st

For the 2025-2026 school year, all 3rd - 5th grade students are required to take the Smarter Balanced State test. This includes RSDFlex students. 

Although students are encouraged to participate in state testing, families can opt their student(s) out of the ELA and Math tests if they choose, by completing the Smarter Balanced (ELA, Math) opt-out form linked below. If you choose to opt your student(s) out, please return the form to us by April 8, 2026 if possible, so we can plan appropriately. We also have these forms available at the Flex Center.


In addition, 5th grade students are required to take the state science test. This test has a separate exemption form.

Testing will take place at the Flex Center on the following dates. Parents are responsible for providing transportation to and from the school for testing. 

Date: Tues April 21st- Fri. April 24th and Tues April 28th- Fri. May 1st
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: RSDFlex Center

Testing Preparation with Mrs. Cristiano/Mrs. Matlock
3rd-5th Grade: April 15th, 12:30 - 1:00 PM in person at the Flex Center

Please reach out if you have any questions!
 
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New RSDFlex Website!

RSDFlex has a new website! Please check it out and share with friends and family!



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End of the Year Party!

We can't wait for our Elementary End of the Year Party on June 11th! We will have bounce houses, games and fun treats!

Kindergarten and 5th grade Graduation will be on this day as well. We will have more details coming soon!
 

Attention 5th Graders!

As most of you know 5th graders have a lot of fun opportunities coming up! We have the 5th grade Outdoor School at Camp Tamarack. The 5th grade Track meet and middle school tours! 5th grade graduation will also be on the last day of school at the Flex Center (more details to follow).

If you have any questions please reach out to Mrs. Matlock!
Spring Bulb Fundraiser
 
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Reminders

Don't forget about the attendance survey! This is required for ALL Flex Elementary families. Check your Parent Square daily for the attendance link! When filling out the student id number please only add the 6 digit student id number for your student, you don't have to add the first two letters of their last name.

Please see the Flex Elementary Website for important information!

Pearson Account Login
For information about how to login to the RSDFlex Pearson platform for both students and learning coaches, please read over this Pearsons Login Letter.
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RSDFlex 2025-2026 School Year Calendar

Click the calendar to the right to access our school calendar!

Here also is a link to Mrs. Matlock's activity calendar! ACTIVITY CALENDAR Here you can see all the In Person activities!
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Redmond's beautiful library is now open! Go check it out! Did you know that our public library offers more than just books? Check out their monthly newsletter with activities and more. Click the link below to be directed to their website!
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Deschutes Library Newsletter
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Contact us!

Please call our office at 541-923-8928 for any questions!

Your RSDFlex Team
Program Coordinator/Principal: Andrea Hamann
Office Manager: Mandee Franke
Attendance: Hillary Parker

K-5 Pearsons Online Teacher: Erin Matlock
Unplugged Advisor Teacher:
Jordyn Christiano