RNS Welcome Booklet

Welcome to RNS! Your Guide to Joining the RNS Community

It’s our nature to nurture.

Welcome from our Head of School On behalf of myself, our faculty, and enrolment team, it is my pleasure to congratulate and welcome you to RNS. You demonstrate our values of character, courage, and creativity, and are now a valued and important member of our community. We are excited to have you on the Hill with us, joining students from around the globe on our safe and beautiful campus.

We are committed to our mission of providing a nurturing environment where students are empowered to embrace their individuality while pursuing the greater good. Beginning in September, you will find a path that will prepare you for the future. We know you will make a significant contribution not only to the RNS community, but to the world around you.

There are many things about RNS that make it truly special – from our unique and exceptional experiences and high-quality facilities, to our extremely caring and engaged faculty and staff. Here, you will be supported and celebrated every step of the way.

We can’t wait for you to arrive.

See you soon.

Paul McLellan Head of School 3

We’re Here for You! Welcome to RNS! We’re delighted that you’ve accepted your admissions offer – it was truly our pleasure getting to know you and your family over the last little while.

We’re confident that your future will be very bright as you join the long list of RNS students who make their mark in the world. You have what it takes to be a successful leader, a trusted friend, and a loyal community member.

We’re here for any and all of your questions – please reach out to us at any time. We are committed to helping you achieve your very best. We can’t wait to watch you soar!

See you soon.

Your RNS Enrolment Management Team

Visit the Welcome Webpage Find everything you need to know about joining the Rothesay Netherwood School community at rns.cc/welcome. It will give you a glimpse into what you’ll find in the MyRNS Portal – your go-to for all things RNS.

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MISSION

VISION

To provide a nurturing environment where students are empowered to embrace their individuality while pursuing the greater good.

RNS will bring out the best in every student, giving them the skills, confidence, and passion they need to chart their own path and make a significant contribution to the world around them.

VALUES

CHARACTER – We believe character is developed

CREATIVITY – We believe creativity is fostered by

through respect, responsibility, kindness, and citizenship.

embracing imagination, new ideas, and innovation.

COURAGE – We believe courage is built by taking

COMMUNITY – We believe community is powered

risks, embracing challenges, and being open to new experiences.

through empathy, engagement, and lasting relationships.

Your RNS Experience Starts Here!

Have You Logged in to the MyRNS Portal?

The MyRNS Portal is how we interact with our students and families.

You can access the portal through our website at rns.cc. There, you’ll find forms to complete, important documents, and so much more. Want to know when the next big game is? Would you like to see your child’s assigned homework? When is the next test? What about the dining hall menu for the week? The portal is how we all stay connected. Your log-in instructions, for students and parents, will be sent to you via email.

This is the School Forms bar.

Check it daily for all of your to-do’s.

After You’ve Logged in to the MyRNS Portal, You Can:

1. Order your

School Uniform

2. Order your Laptop

3. Read the Student Handbook

✓ ✓ ✓ In the portal, you’ll also find: • Course selection • Opening Week at RNS schedule • Student Life activities • Sign-up for co-curricular activities

• H olidays and Breaks calendar • The RNS Summer Contacts list • S pecial announcements • The RNS Summer Reading list

And, so much more! That’s just the beginning of what the Portal has for you. Check it regularly .

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The RNS Advisor Program

There are many things that set RNS apart from other schools, and one of the most significant is our Advisor Program.

Our Advisor Program gives every student individual attention and support both inside and outside the classroom. Your Advisor will be your advocate, champion, and mentor; someone who will help you with everything from meeting new people and introducing you to new things, to goal setting and developing positive relationships. If you have a game or match, they’ll do their very best to be there cheering you on!

You’ll meet with your Advisor in your Advisor Groups every day. In Middle School, Advisors are homeroom teachers. In Senior School, you’ll be in a group of 7-10 other students from Grades 9-12 and your Advisor is an RNS faculty member.

Over the summer, Advisors spend time learning all about you – your interests, strengths, and the goals you have for your time at RNS. There’s lots to look forward to with your Advisor Group, including things like going out for dinner and a movie, celebrating birthdays, baking together or barbecuing.

Your Advisor Group is your family on campus.

Did You Know?

There are

300 students at RNS.

100%

of our students are accepted to a university of their choice.

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The RNS community includes students from

125 acres

We were founded in

different countries.

is the size of ur beautiful campus overlooking o the Kennebecasis River.

We have athletic teams in different sports.

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RNS students contribute

10,000+ hours

of community service annually.

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We Can’t Wait to See You on the Hill!

If there’s anything we can help you with, contact us at admission@rns.cc.

40 College Hill Road | Rothesay, New Brunswick | Canada | E2E 5H1 | 506-847-8224 | rns.cc