The Koala

The Week of
January 23, 2026

What's Going on This Month?

February 5th - School Advisory Committee (SAC) meeting will be held on: Thursday, February 5th at 1530, Room 125. If you have an idea or concern, please complete the form HERE.

February 9th - No School - Teacher Training Day

February 12th -  UPK - K Bingo Night

February 13th - No School - Holiday

February 16th- No School - President's Day

February 17th -  No School Q3 CCR Teacher Training

 

Reminders

· The bus lane is closed 0730-0815 (M,T,W,F), 0830-0915 (Thurs.) and 14:00-15:15 daily. Parking is not permitted at the front of the school during these times.

· Students arriving after 0815 or 0915 (late start Thursdays) are considered tardy and must be signed in by a parent or guardian in the front office.

· All transportation changes must be communicated in writing to your student’s teacher and please copy ramsteines.attendance@dodea.edu. · Please send proof of flu vaccines to our nurse at samantha.lundell@dodea.edu

· As we approach the cooler winter months, please remember that students are not permitted to carry any medication, including over-the-counter items in their backpacks or on them. All medications must be stored and administered through the nurse’s office and must be accompanied by a doctor’s note. Please note that cough drops are considered a form of medication and must also be handled through the nurse’s office.

· To help us maintain a safe and supervised environment during recess, we kindly ask that all visits conclude at the end of the lunch period.

· To ensure all students are accounted for, please avoid taking your child from the line during dismissal without notifying the teacher. Please wait until the class has exited and the teacher can dismiss your child safely.

PTA News

RES PTA have some exciting events and opportunities coming up mark your calendars and don’t miss out!

UPK & Kindergarten Bingo Night
Join us for a fun-filled Bingo Night on February 12th 3:45-5:30 . Pre-purchased entry is required (no tickets at the door). Get yours here: https://ramsteinelementary.givebacks.com/shop?category=797619aa-1ce1-4b68-beba-e8022def40b9

RES PTA Volunteer Social & Orientation
Interested in helping out or learning more about PTA activities? Join us on
January 29, 2026, 12:30–2:30 PM. Learn about events planned for the rest of the school year and how you can help. *PTA membership not required. Kindly RSVP: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0548ADAE23A5F9C70-61735427-volunteer 

Field Day T-Shirts – Pre-Orders Only! Purchase is optional. 
Field Day 2026 shirts featuring  “Koalas of the Caribbean” are now available! Youth shirts: $10 | Adult shirts: $15. Order yours at:https://ramsteinelementary.givebacks.com/shop?category=a93d70f2-b129-4603-9c50-1aae76b8e6a1 

Yearbook – $40 Order your yearbook now to have it delivered to the school as part of a bulk order, with an estimated arrival in MayPlease note: If you anticipate moving before April, you must wait until the ship-to-home option becomes available, as delivery changes cannot be accommodated. Order yours at:  https://www.treering.com/purchase?PassCode=1016984179771338

RES Families

Hi RES Families,

As a reminder, ALL Pre-K student should be wearing their orange vests for morning arrival and afternoon dismissal.

Bus Expectations

Please take a moment to review bus expectations with your student. Click HERE to view.

Volunteer Social and Orientation flyer
UPK and K Bingo Night
RES field day shirt order form
RES Yearbook ordering information
Kelly Koala Stickers Sale
EFMP

UPK Lunch Menu

Monday - Beef bites, carrot/celery stick and fruit.

Tuesday - BBQ Turkey sliders, cherry tomato bowl and milk

Wednesday - Spaghetti and meat sauce, spinach mandarin salad and fruit.

Thursday - All American breakfast with sausage, roasted potatoes and fruit.

Friday - Cowboy chicken burger, seasoned green peas and fruit.

K-2 Lunch Menu

Monday - Broccoli cheese soup, wings, or beef bites, carrot/celery sticks, onion rings or sweet potatoes and fruit.

Tuesday - Mini Corn dogs, pork rib patty, or baked potato with BBQ turkey, seasoned corn or cherry tomato bowl and fruit.

Wednesday - Spaghetti marinara or with meat sauce, or cheesy breadsticks, Italian green beans or spinach mandarin salad and fruit.

Thursday -Egg and cheese sandwich, All American breakfast with sausage or chicken and waffles, baked beans or roasted potatoes and fruit.

Friday - Cowboy chicken burger, meatballs and rice or southwestern salad, seasoned peas or cucumber/tomato salad and fruit.

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Activities

Ramstein Elementary School offers some after school clubs for students on Wednesdays after school. Currently, we have chess club and science club. Be sure to check our school newsletter for new club sign ups when they happen.

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School Hours

Grade Regular Hours Late Start 
PK- 2nd Grade

8:10 a.m. - 2:40 p.m.

M-T-W-F

Thursday

9:10 a.m. - 2:40 p.m. 

Main Office

7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

(Monday - Friday)

Summer Hours

9:00 - 3:00

(Monday - Friday)

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