New Family Resources

Welcome!

Our team has enjoyed getting to know you throughout the admissions process. We are delighted to welcome you to the Stone Ridge community and we are also eager to ensure that your family's transition is a smooth one.

If you have any questions, please contact the offices listed under your child's Division. Go Gators!

The Admissions Team

All School

Health Forms - ACTION REQUIRED BY ALL PARENTS bu JULY 15

Start gathering the health requirements for the oncoming 2022-2023 school year. A yearly physical examination for your child, along with any required immunization updates must be provided. Please note: incoming Grade 7 students must have proof of vaccination for TDAP and Meningitis, and incoming Grade 1 students must also provide the Maryland Blood Lead Testing Form.

Bring a copy of the forms when your child has their appointment with their physician and make sure it is signed and dated.

Forms 1 through 4 are Mandatory and must be uploaded onto Magnus Health Portal prior to July 15. If forms are not complete in Magnus your child will be denied entry on the first day of school.
Forms 5 through 7, fill out and submit if appropriate.
Form 5 is for any prescription medication that may be taken while on campus, including EpiPens, Asthma medication, prescription allergy medications, as well as any medication your child typically takes that is NOT on the Over the Counter (OTC) form but that the pediatrician may request (such as Zyrtec as needed).

IMPORTANT: The completed forms must be uploaded to the Magnus Health Portal no later than JULY 15, 2022. Use your admissions username (email address) and password to gain access to your Magnus Health account. If you need assistance with your username and password, contact Michelle Cofino, Registrar.

Child Health Assessment form (signed and dated by provider) and updated every 12 months.
Vaccination Record - Record of UPDATED vaccines
Immunization Policy
OTC Medication form (signed and dated by parents and health care provider)
Prescription Medication
Allergy Asthma Action Plan
Maryland Blood Lead Testing form

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the requested information contact:

Giovanna Corcoran RN, BSN
Director of Health Services
Ext. 1562

Transportation

New Parent Billing Portal

Upper School

Important Dates

Major Dates Calendar 2022-2023

Monday, May 16 - Friday May 20, Placement Tests for Math and Language classes.

Thursday & Friday, August 25-26, First Academic Orientation

Monday, August 22, Sport tryouts begin. More information about 2022-23 sport registration, optional summer programming, and captain's practices will be sent out by early May 2022.

Class of 2026 Liturgy and BBQ, Sunday, August 28, 4:00–6:00 pm

First day of School, Monday, August 29.

Friday, September 2, Half-day

Labor Day, Monday, September 5 - no school.

First Academic Parent Meeting, Thursday, September 8.

General Information

Summer Enrichment Offerings for Rising 9th Graders

Grade 9 Laptop and New US Student Training
Rising grade 9 students and new Upper School students receive laptop training in the summer to get accustomed to their new devices. Registration coming in May.

Uniform information

Visit our Gator Gallery for all SR gear!

Back to School 2022-23 resource page (posted in early June): Here you will find summer assignments, supply info, uniform requirements, book buying and more.

Parents - we encourage you to volunteer at SR. More information coming.

Inside SR (our Parent Portal) - New Stone Ridge students and parents will have access to this in early August. Information and instructions will be sent the week of August 1.

Academics

Summer Enrichment Offerings for Rising 9th Graders.

All First Academics will take the following courses:

English: EN100: Introduction to Literature and
Composition (1 Credit)
History: HS100: World History I (1 Credit)
Science: SC100: Physics (1 Credit)
Theology: TH100: Scripture – An Introduction to the Holy Bible (.5 credit)
Social Action (.5 credit)
Visual and Performing Arts (1 credit)
World Language (1 credit)-placement required for levels higher than level 1
Math (1 credit)-placement required

Placement Tests for Math and Language classes: Placement tests for Math and World Language classes will be administered through a Google Form which will be sent via email on Monday, May 16. Students will have until Saturday May 21, to complete the assessment. Students should plan on at least 60 minutes for each test. Click here for more details. Please contact Dr. Downey-Vanover, Assistant Head of Upper School, with any questions or concerns.

Class of 2026 course registration required - Please register by Friday, April 29.

First Academic Course Descriptions

Athletics

Contacts

US Office:

Malcolm McCluskey, Head of Upper School, ext. 1184
Dr. Jeanne Downey-Vanover, Assistant Head of Upper School, ext. 1186
Dana D'Avella, Upper School Office Assistant, ext. 1182
Michelle Cofino, All School Registrar/Upper School Office Manager, ext. 1185

Resourceful Contacts:

Eric Osberg, Director of Finance and Operations, ext. 1711
Andrew Maguire, Director of Athletics, ext. 2004
Deanne Ciatto, Director of Parent Relations, ext. 1615

Website Questions
Patty Lynch, E-Communications Manager, ext. 1707

Middle School

Important Dates

Major Dates Calendar 2022-2023

Rising Grade 6, 7, 8 New Parent Meeting, Friday, May 6, 8:30 am, Large Parlor/Hamilton House. RSVP by May 2.

Rising Grade 5 New and Returning Parent Meeting, Tuesday, May 10, 9:00 am, Large Parlor/Hamilton House. RSVP by May 2.

New Family Social, Thursday, May 12, 4:00 pm. This informal gathering will be a wonderful opportunity for you to spend time with new and current families, as well as other members of the Stone Ridge community. Stone Ridge apparel and Gator spirit wear from the Gator Gallery will also be available for purchase during the social. RSVP.

Math Placement Test for rising Grade 7 and 8 students, Saturday, May 14, 10:00 am-12:00 pm. Kindly register. If you have questions about math placement, please contact Renee Karlin, Asst. Head of Middle School for Academics.

Middle School Laptop Training Sessions
All Grade 5-8 students will receive laptop training in the summer to get accustomed to their new devices. Both student and parent/guardian must attend the session. The parent and child session is the first half an hour and the second hour is for students. Rising Grade 5 students and new to Stone Ridge Middle School students will have the opportunity to sign into typingclub.com to practice proper touch-typing techniques over the course of the summer. Questions? Please contact Mr. Rick Alfonso

Middle School New Parent Receptions, August 25, 6:30 pm, Mater Center

Monday, August 29, First day of school, half day

Half-day on Friday, September 2

Labor Day, Monday, September 5 - no school

MS Fall Sports typically begin in the second or third week of classes, with Grades 6-8 occurring during the PE period and Grade 5 occurring 1-2x per week after school.

General Information

Uniform information

Visit our Gator Gallery for all SR gear!

Back to School 2022-23 resource page (posted the first week of June): Here you will find summer assignments, supply info, uniform requirements, book buying and more.

Parents - we encourage you to volunteer at SR. More information coming.

Inside SR (our Parent Portal) - New Stone Ridge students and parents will have access to this in early August. Information and instructions will be sent the week of August 1.

Afterschool Options

Middle School Extended Day is available after school M-Th until 5:30 pm and Friday until 5:00 pm. Learn more.

Adjunct Music Program

Afterschool music lessons for students in Pre-K through Grade 12 are offered in piano, ukulele, Violin, Fiddle styles, and more upon request. Registration is ongoing. Please contact Jamie Golembiewski for more information.
Suzuki Violin training is also offered after school for students in Pre-K through Grade 12 through Silver Strings Suzuki Studio. Registration is ongoing. Please contact Elizabeth Cunha for information about this program.

Drama Productions
Students are invited to participate in twice yearly theater productions as members of the cast or crew. Rehearsals and tech production meetings are generally held two afternoons a week.

The Crescendo Program
Includes co-curricular offerings for Band, Choral, and String students with a minimum of 2 years experience or by audition.

Contacts

Middle School Office:

Alexandra Sundman, Head of Middle School, ext. 1454
Ms. Renee Karlin, Assistant Head of Middle School for Academics, ext. 1423
Mrs. Rebecca Kring, Assistant Head of Middle School for Student Life, ext. 1525
Michelle Akaras, Administrative Assistant to Head of Middle School, ext. 1524

Resourceful Contacts:

Eric Osberg, Director of Finance and Operations, ext. 1711
Andrew Maguire, Director of Athletics, ext. 2004
Deanne Ciatto, Director of Parent Relations, ext. 1615

Website Questions
Patty Lynch, E-Communications Manager, ext. 1707

Lower School

Important Dates

Major Dates Calendar 2022-2023

Preschool - Grade2: Please join us on Thursday, April 21, 9:00–9:30 am for a Virtual Meet and Greet to hear more about our Lower School, and we will gladly answer your questions.

Grades 3-4: Please join us on Wednesday, April 27, 9:00-9:30 am for a Virtual Meet and Greet to hear more about our Lower School, and to answer any questions you might have.

New Family Welcome Ice Cream Social, Sunday, May 15. PS - Grade 4, 3:00–4:00 pm. RSVP to Terri Smith.

Lower School Used Uniform Sale: Monday, June 13, 9:00 am- 2:00 pm in the LS Lobby.

PS, PK, K Back to School Night, Thursday, August 25

Back to School Orientation, PS-Grade 4, 8:30–9:30 am

First day of school, Preschool-Grade 4, Monday, August 29, 11:45 am dismissal.

Lower School New Parent Reception, Wednesday August 24, 6:30, Mater Center

Early Dismissal, Friday, September 2

Labor Day, Monday, September 5 - no school

General Information

Uniform information

Visit our Gator Gallery for all SR gear!

Back to School 2022-23 resource page (posted the first week of June): Here you will find summer assignments, supply info, uniform requirements, book buying and more.

Parents - we encourage you to volunteer at SR. More information coming.

Inside SR (our Parent Portal) - New Stone Ridge students and parents will have access to this in early August. Information and instructions will be sent the week of August 1.

Afterschool options

Lower School Extended Day is available M-TH until 5:30 pm and Fridays until 5:00 pm. Learn more

Afterschool CampUs
Afterschool CampUs provides enrichment classes for Stone Ridge students in Pre-K through Grade 4, including those who attend Extended Day. Classes are offered in fall, winter and spring sessions. Options vary from session to session, but may include Free Swim, Imagination Stage drama and Tiny Chefs.

Adjunct Music Program

Afterschool music lessons for students in Pre-K through Grade 12 are offered in bass guitar, woodwinds (flute, clarinet, saxophone), brass (trumpet and trombone), piano, and vocal. Registration is ongoing. Please contact Jamie Golembiewski for more information.
Suzuki Violin training is also offered after school for students in Pre-K through Grade 12 through Silver Strings Suzuki Studio. Registration is ongoing. Please contact Elizabeth Cunha for information about this program.

Lower School Cantabile Choir is open to all students in grades 3 and 4. Rehearsals are on Wednesdays from 3:00 - 4:00. This program supports the growth of our young musicians by providing them the opportunity to learn new repertoire, develop skills to support healthy vocal technique and music literacy, and perform in front of an audience! There is no audition required and no fee for this program.

Contacts

Lower School Office:

Sandy Gillespie, Head of Lower School, ext. 1269
Terri Smith, Administrative Assistant to the Head of Lower School, ext. 1267
Chantell Prestcott-Hollander, M.Ed., LGPC, NCC, Lower School Counselor & Student Support Advisor, ext. 1361.

Resourceful Contacts:

Eric Osberg, Director of Finance and Operations, ext. 1711
Andrew Maguire, Director of Athletics, ext. 2004
Deanne Ciatto, Director of Parent Relations, ext. 1615

Website Questions
Patty Lynch, E-Communications Manager, ext. 1707

Welcome to the Upper School

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