The boys’ softball team

finished as city champi-

ons with a record of 10

wins and 2 losses. The

boys’ and girls’ cross

country teams were also

honored at the awards

celebration. Both

cross country teams

had their most suc-

cessful season with

many team first place

finishes and individu-

als finishing in the

top 15 of all 5 races.

Coach Arce, Coach

Tetlock, and Mr.

Tetlock coached the

teams to success.

The RPH athletic de-

partment put on an

athletic awards cele-

bration for all the fall

sports teams on De-

cember 15th, 2016.

The city champion

girls’ and boys’ volley-

ball teams were intro-

duced. The girls’

team was undefeated

with a record of 12

wins and 0 losses.

The boys’ team fin-

ished with 9 wins and

3 losses. In softball,

the girls’ team ended

their season in second

place with a record of

10 wins and 2 losses.

Richardson staff, students, and parents welcome Mr. Arthur Gallardo as

the interim Principal. Dr. Natalie Raymundo was recently moved to Pa-

cific High School as their new Principal. Mr. Gallardo is a recently re-

tired elementary school principal who brings a wealth of experience

from the San Bernardino School District to RPH. Mr. Gallardo is im-

pressed with the Tiger experience, Tiger spirit, and the professional atti-

tude displayed by both the students and the staff. Mr. Gallardo runs

marathons for enjoyment, fitness, and fun. Mr. Gallardo also brought

15 educators from China on campus during his stay at Richardson. At

the moment, the school district has not hired a full time Principal for

Richardson.

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The ladies dressed

up for Greaser

Day. Both the

ladies and gentle-

men enjoy dress-

ing up like greas-

ers!

The choir per-

forms during the

Veteran’s Day

assembly. Amer-

ica Has Talent

should be look-

ing at our stu-

dents!

NEED ASSISTANCE IN SPANISH?

If you need assistance in Spanish, please call the

front office and ask for Mimi, Jennifer, Lali, or Wen-

dy. All the ladies are happy to help you and help

solve any problems!

GRADES: AERIES PARENT PORTAL

Parents, did you know you can view your students

grades on the internet? Please visit https://

portal.sbcusd.com/abi_parent/ to log on. You will

need your student’s verification code # which you

may obtain by calling the school office. OFFICE DEPOT

When you purchase your office supplies or school

supplies, please consider using Office Depot. Rich-

ardson receives 5% back on select supply purchas-

es when you use Richardson’s school ID number:

70015334.

Every little bit counts. Thanks!

Both Andrew Arce

and Mr. Arce cele-

brate a top three

finish in the doubles

ping pong tourna-

ment. PJ day is

always a hit with the

students. Concentra-

tion is necessary for

the egg drop event!

Middle School Sports

Richardson will begin soccer tryouts the week of Jan-

uary 9th. RPH will have one boys’ team and one

girls’ team to represent the school. All three grades

will have an opportunity to tryout and make the

team. Both teams will play other middle schools!

RPH athletic website: www.rphathletics.com

Helping Middle School Students Learn

State testing will be here soon. Here are some suggestions from Great Schools to help your middle school student be a

positive learner:

1. Help your child develop a system to keep track of important papers. Create a system to stay organized. Color coding,

organizing and using dividers, Tiger folders are just a few examples to keep track of important papers.

2. Help your child break big projects into smaller projects. A big research project will seem less overwhelming and will

be less likely to be left until the last minute if it’s done in manageable chunks, each with its own deadline.

3. Communicate with your child’s teachers. If your child is struggling with organizational skills, talk to the counselor or

teachers about what might be causing the problems and brainstorm approaches to solve them.

4. Studying for tests. Studying for tests is a skill. Parents can help their children manage their time and attention—which

means turning off the cell phone, the TV and the iPod.

5. More information can be found at: www.greatschools.org

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Jazz band

performs

during the

Veteran’s

Day assem-

bly. Crazy

hair day is

always a hit

with the lady

students!

6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade

Giovanna

Julio

Tania

Gavin

Erin

Luis

6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade

Jessica

Dylan

Mia

Austin

Chloe

Ismael

6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade

Jaelyn

Mackenzie

Penelope

Jordan

Zechariah

Noemi

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2016-17 TIGER TAILS

Issue 3

Volume 64

455 South “K” Street

San Bernardino, CA 92410

Fax: (909) 383-0368

Phone: (909) 388-6438

School Website:

www.richardsonprephi.com

PRINCIPAL:

Mr. Arthur Gallardo - Interim Principal

Email: arthur.gallardo@sbcusd.k12.ca.us

VICE PRINCIPAL:

Mrs. Jenny Paige

Email: jenny.paige@sbcusd.k12.ca.us

COUNSELOR:

Mr. Bryan Wing

Email: bryan.wing@sbcusd.k12.ca.us

CAPS

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM

Ms. Elisha Sheppard is the RPH CAPS lead. Mr. Peter

Llamas is the Instructional Liaison for RPH CAPS. CAPS

has many activities planned to enhance the CAPS

involvement. Ms. Sheppard can be reached at:

CAPS phone or CAPS text:

(909) 771-5045

Email: Richardson.caps@sbcusd.com

JANUARY FEBRUARY

January-March—Middle School Soccer Season

January-March—Tiger Relays Track & Field preparation during P .E. class. The Tiger

Relays meet is Thursday, March 16th and Friday, March 17th.

Winter break is a good time to collect box tops—bring them in to your team leader!

9 Return from winter break—late start day! Rotation 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

10 Soccer tryouts begin!

13 Fashion Fun Friday - Nerd Day

13 Contract 4 goes home

16 Martin Luther King Holiday—NO SCHOOL!

17 Return contract 4 with a parent signature

18 Student Forum

19 7th grade at Medieval Times Field Trip

23 School Site Council meeting at RPH at 3:00 p.m.

24 PTO meeting at RPH at 4:30 p.m.

26 Soccer vs. Shandin Hills at RPH at 3:15 pm

27 Fashion Fun Friday—Black and White Day

27 ICUC Parent Workshop at RPH at 9:00 a.m.

27 First semester awards assembly in the quad starting from 12:20 p.m. to 2:11 p.m.

30 AAPAC meeting at 5:30 p.m.

31 Soccer at Rodriguez at 3:15 p.m.

YEARBOOKS ARE NOW $30. PAY CASH IN THE FRONT OFFICE. QUES-

TIONS? ASK FOR THE YEARBOOK ADVISOR, MR. CURWEN.

February is Black History Month and American Heart Month!

1 Royal Court petitions available

2 Soccer vs. Golden Valley at RPH at 3:15 p.m./DAAAC meeting at 5:30 p.m.

3 Fashion Fun Friday - Beanie Day/Coffee with the principal at 7:45 a.m.

6 Sweethearts and dance tickets on sale for $4

7 Soccer at Del Vallejo at 3:15 pm/Royal Court Petitions are due by 2:15 p.m.

9 Soccer at Serrano at 3:15 p.m./DAC meeting at 5:30 p.m.

10 Contract 5 ends/Vote for Royal Court

13 Lincoln’s birthday observed—NO SCHOOL!

15 Sweetheart Dance at RPH from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m./Student Forum lunch

16 Soccer at Arrowview at 3:15 p.m.

17 Contract 5 goes home/Fashion Fun Friday - Wear Red or Pink for Heart Month

17 Candy Fundraiser Assembly/Candy sale from Feb. 21 thru March 8

20 Washington’s birthday observed—NO SCHOOL!

21 Soccer vs. Curtis at RPH at 3:15 p.m./Contract 5 back to school

23 Soccer at King at 3:15 p.m.

24 ICUC parent workshop at 9:00 a.m.

27 School Site Council meeting at RPH at 3:00 p.m.

28 Soccer vs. Paakuma’ at RPH at 3:15 p.m./ELAC meeting at 9:00 a.m./PTO at 4:30 p.m.

Please check the school website for the latest activities, soccer schedule, and fun events

that CAPS and other school programs are putting on! You will find many forms and calen-

dars that you can print at home. Check the website often: www.richardsonprephi.com

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