All staff at R.T. Alderman School are committed to providing a quality educational experience for all students in a safe environment that encourages the development of the whole child. As a result, we offer a variety of programs that enable individual students to excel and develop a sense of belonging to our school community. We encourage all students to enrich their Middle School experience by becoming involved in many of the special events and student activities that will be offered throughout the year. As always, parents are encouraged to be involved in our learning community.

School Mission

Educating tomorrow's citizens today.

Our Vision

"We make a difference"

R.T.A. a place where...

* all experience the joy of learning in a supportive and secure environment.
* teamwork and respect promote a sense of pride and community.
* individuals have the opportunity to reach their potential.
* excellence is pursued in Academics, Fine Arts, Athletics, and Technology.
* students prepare to meet the challenges of our changing world.

TOGETHER we will become...

* self directed - able to set and pursue goals.
* lifelong learners.
* critical thinkers.
* good communicators and listeners.
* good citizens who understand the "RTA Way".

School Motto

The R. T. A. WAY

I have the right to learn.
It is my responsibility to follow classroom expectations and to respect the learning of others.

I have the right to be accepted for who I am.
It is my responsibility to be tolerant of the uniqueness of others.

I have the right to be safe and treated with respect.
It is my responsibility not to violate the emotional and physical safety of others through harassment, intimidation, or violence.

I have the right to a well-maintained and clean school and community environment.
It is my responsibility to show respect for school property by helping to keep it clean and free of damage.

I have the right to learn in an environment free of profanity and offensive language.
It is my responsibility to communicate with courtesy, using appropriate language.

I understand that conflict may at times be unavoidable. It is the “The RTA Way” to resolve these differences in acceptable ways and to take responsibility for my actions.