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Contact Us
- We are located at 29582 Aventura, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
- Phone: 949-589-4504
- Office Hours are 7:30-4:00 M-F during the school year.Â
- Summer Office Hours are 9:00-1:00 M-Th. The campus is closed the week of July 4th.
School Day
Students may not be dropped off before 7:30 AM.
School hours are as follows:
- Preschool & Pre-K: 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
- Transitional Kindergarten: 8:15 - 1:00 PM
- Kindergarten - 6th Grade: 8:15 AM - 2:45 PM
- Junior High: 8:05 AM - 3:00 PM
All visitors must have a valid ID and check in during the school day with the School Receptionist at the main entrance.
Drop-Off and Pick-Up Info
The following procedures are designed to ensure the safety of our students as well as a smooth and orderly flow of traffic.
Morning Drop-Off:
The safe and efficient drop-off loop system in the lower parking lot is encouraged. Drop-offs should ONLY be done in the loop; please help us to keep all students safe by not dropping off on the street or in other areas.
Preschool/Pre-K: You may park in the upper sanctuary or lower lots.
Grades TK-8: If you wish to walk your child to class, please park in the upper lot by the sanctuary or on the street. If you wish to park in the lower lot, you will not be allowed to leave until after 8:15 a.m. to maintain the traffic flow in the drop-off loop.
Junior High: Junior High students are supervised in the JH zone beginning at 7:45 a.m. Younger siblings must be checked into CREW to be supervised.
Afternoon Pick-up:
Preschool/Pre-K/TK: You may park in the upper lot and buzz the front office for gate entry or park in the lower lot. Then sign students out at their classroom.
Grades K-6: You may park in the lower lot to pick up students at the classroom (2:45p.m.).
Note: The lower lot opens for parking at 2:30 p.m. Please arrive no earlier than 2:20 p.m. so as not to block traffic on Aventura.
Grades 7-8: Please park in the upper lot at 3 p.m. JH students will be walked to, monitored, and then released from the sanctuary parking lot.
Please remember that the speed limit on campus is 10 mph, and the speed limit on the street approaching and exiting the campus is 25 mph.
Calendars & Events
Annual School Events
- New Family Orientation
Introduction of the school policies and procedures for all new families before the start of the school year. - Meet the Teacher Day + JH Registration
A few days before school begins. Come on campus to see your classroom, meet your teacher, get your schedule. - Back to School Luau
Hosted by our PTP, a night after school to celebrate the start of the school year with food trucks, waterslides, and more. - Back to School Night
A night just for parents to come meet your students’ teacher and hear about their school year. - PTP Monthly Events
Our Parent-Teacher-Partnership organization hosts many monthly events, including meetings, coffee mornings, dinner events, and more. - Dads & Donuts
Hosted by PTP, an event held before the school day starts to celebrate our dads. - Parent-Teacher Conferences
Afternoon conferences for parents & teachers are held in the fall and spring. - State of the School
Learn about the operations, finances, programs, and future plans of the school. - Fall & Spring Musicals
Open to all K through 8th-grade students with performances in December & May. - Turkey Trot
All-school fundraiser culminating in a jog-a-thon. - Book Fair
Week-long opportunity for parents & students to purchase books. - Grandparents/VIP Day
All-school morning chapel attended by grandparents with their grandchildren. - JH Radical Retreat
On campus retreat for all JH students. - Anchor Overnight Field Trips
4th grade-Sacramento, 5th grade-Riley’s Farm, 6th grade-Science camp, 8th grade-Washington, D.C. - Night of Generosity
A spring fundraising event held off campus to raise money for school programs.
- Moms & Muffins
Hosted by PTP, an event held before the school day starts to celebrate our moms. - Yearbook Signing Party
End-of-the-year celebration after school, where students get their yearbooks signed by one another. - Used Uniform Sale
End-of-the-year event where parents can sell and buy used uniforms. - Character/Awards Chapels
Regularly scheduled chapels that parents can attend when their students are being recognized for outstanding academic or character achievements. - Field Day
1st through 6th-grade students participate in fun water relays at the end of the school year. - Graduation
RSMCS celebrates our Kindergarten, 6th grade, & 8th grade students moving to the next grade level with individual ceremonies.
Important Dates:
New Parent Orientation (for parents with students entering TK through 8th grade): August 27, 2026, 6:30 - 8 pm in the MPR Please RSVP through ParentSquare.
Preschool - 6th Grade Meet Your Teacher: August 31, 2026. You will receive a letter from your teacher with details and your room number through ParentSquare.
Jr. High Registration - August 31, 2026: Details will be sent later in the summer through ParentSquare.
First Day of School - September 2, 2026
Back to School Night - September 17, 2026
For detailed daily calendars, please refer to ParentSquare.
School Supplies and Summer Assignments
- JH Summer Assignments: Will be posted to ParentSquare and emailed to JH Families.
- Visit The Mane Source for Complete School Supply Lists and Summer Assignments.
Technology
- JH Students will need a personal Chromebook with a minimum of 8GB of RAM and 32GB hard drive.
- Students in elementary school will have access to school-managed classroom devices (iPads (K-1), Chromebooks (2-6)).Â
- Cell phones and/or smartwatches must be turned off and stored in the designated box inside the student’s classroom during the school day.
School Uniforms
All uniform polos, shorts, skirts, spirit shirts, jumpers, and PE uniforms should be purchased from Uniforms 4 U. Plain colored skirts, skorts, pants, and shorts may also be purchased from Target, Kohl's, Walmart, or any store that carries uniform pieces in solid khaki, black, or navy.
Lunch Program
We offer hot and cold lunch purchase options through ChoiceLunch. Additionally, our PTP hosts regular lunch fundraisers.
Communication
There are several methods the school uses to communicate with RSM Christian families.
- ParentSquare: ParentSquare is our all-school and classroom communication portal. The daily calendar, important documents (handbooks, permission forms), sign-ups, etc, are all housed here for easy access to need-to-know information. ParentSquare access is automatically granted upon enrollment and becomes available over the summer for the upcoming school year. Getting started with ParentSquare. During the school year, we send a weekly all-school newsletter via ParentSquare each Monday to all families. Elementary School teachers also send out a weekly class newsletter through ParentSquare.
- Website: We house important information about our school, divided into key areas to make it easier for you to find what you need.Â
- Grades: Viewable via your FACTS Family Portal.
CREW and Preschool Extended Care
Our CREW before and after-school care serves students TK through 6th grade, 7 am to 8 am, and after school until 6:00 PM for an additional fee. Preschool Extended Care is available before school, starting at 7:30 am, and after school from noon - 5 pm.
PTP Information
The Parent-Teacher Partnership (PTP) program at RSM Christian School is dedicated to fostering a Christ-centered community by encouraging parents and families to actively participate in the education and success of students through servant leadership. We're all about working together in a Christ-centered way to make our kids' school experience amazing! From fun events like the Back to School Luau and Moms & Muffins to supporting school activities like Grandparents Day, there are plenty of ways to get involved. Join us by attending meetings, volunteering, or just being part of the fun—everyone's welcome!
Fundraisers/Giving Opportunities
Tuition pays for the curriculum and day-to-day operations of the school. Fundraising allows us to do things with excellence above and beyond the day-to-day. Some things that fundraising has covered in the previous years:
- campus enhancements
- additional security enhancements, including door access, security cameras
- school buses
Annual fundraisers include:
- Turkey Trot / Jog-A-Thon: An all-school student-led fundraiser that culminates in a jog-a-thon in November.Â
- Giving Tuesday: A one-day online campaign to raise awareness and funds for the school.Â
- End-of-Year Giving: Tax-deductible gifts made before the December 31 deadline offer an opportunity to contribute to designated needs.
- Spring Gala: A spring event held at an off-site location with opportunities to bid on live and silent auction items.
- Other ways to support the school can be found on the Support Page.
Questions?
Questions? Contact Dayna Graveline.
Dayna Graveline
After a career as a senior publicist, Dayna Graveline fell in love with RSMCS, joined the office staff, and enrolled her children at the school. She’s been a permanent fixture at RSMCS ever since.
Whether it be through email reminders, social posts, or a friendly smile and greeting on campus, Mrs. Graveline’s desire is to serve and build connections with all RSMCS families.
Mrs. Graveline earned her Communications degree from Vanguard University. She and her husband, Scott, have two daughters, and she admits her addictions to Mexican food, working out, and ’90s music.
