General Information
Where is the school located and what grades does it serve?
James S. Rickards Middle School is located in Oakland Park
serves grades 6–8
Who is the office manager of the school?
Ms. Ochoa
What is the school's full name?
James S. Rickards Middle School
Who is the Athletic Director of the school?
Mr. Davis
What is the school theme for the 2025 - 2026 school year?
The Rise of the Rockets
What are school hours?
School operates from 9:15 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.
Who is the front desk clerical in single point?
Ms. Pineda or Ada
What are the school's official colors?
Carolina Blue, White, and Black
Who is the teacher over the Rocket TV Live?
Ms. Telesford
Who is the school's Aviation instructor?
Mr. Vonder Linden
Who is the principalof the school?
Mr. Gurreonero or Mr. G
Who is the ESOL support point person?
Ms. Castro
What does R.M.S. stand for?
Respectful
Mindful
Safe
Where is Mrs. Porter's office located?
CR 20
What organization holds aftershool care at the school?
Harmony
What academic program is offered at the school
the ACES Magnet Program
Who are the 3 ESE in class support?
Ms. Torres
Ms. Major
Mrs. Castillo
When was the school originally built?
Which Admin is over the ELL and Literacy Departments?
Mrs. Valentino
Who are the clerical secratories in the 6th, 7th, and 8th grade offices?
Ms. Engstrom (Nancy)
Ms. Rawls
Ms. J. Hernandez (Jillian)
What’s the school grade for the 2024-2025 school year?
B!!!!!!!!!!
Which Admin is over Security and Facilities?
Dr. Drake
Who was the school named after?
James S. Rickards, a former principal and superintendent
Who are the department chairs for ELA, Science, Math, Social Studies, and Electives?
ELA: Mrs. Porter & Ms. Williams
Science: Ms. De Leon
Math: Ms. Ward & Mr. Davis
Social Studies: Ms. Loftman
Electives: Mr. I. Santiago
Which Admin is over PBIS and TIER support?
Ms. Pluchino