Weekly Announcements

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March 20-24

Do you want to gain valuable work experience for your resume and college applications? Register for Rockingham Summer Teamship, a reimagined internship experience happening in June for students who will be in 10th-12th grade next year. Register by April 7th to be considered for early admission. Find more info on your Canvas site or at bit.ly/rcs-teamship-23.
FCA will host a Dodge Ball Tournament on the early release day, Thursday March 23rd starting at 1:45. Teams will be made up of 5 people plus 1 alternate. Cost is 20$ per team. Sign your team up with either Coach Teague, Coach Tuttle or Coach Solomon.
We will have an early dismissal on Thursday, March 23rd. School will dismiss at 1:35. Friday, March 24th will be a teacher workday, school will be closed for students

March 13th-17th

Attention 12th Grade Families: RHS Student Services is excited to host two Spring Senior Meetings on March 15th at 11:15 am and 6:00 pm. The same information will be shared at both, so please attend the meeting that is most convenient for you. We will discuss graduation, cap & gowns, decision day, and much more. *Please note that a Josten's Cap & Gown representative will be present at the 6:00 pm meeting only.

If you plan to attend, we ask that you RSVP on the school website at reidsvillehigh.org.

The Winter Formal is now the SPRING FLING. Tickets are on sale for the event. The date is Saturday March 18 from 7-10pm. Forms are available for those that who wish to purchase a ticket. Come out for a great time, there will be an all you can eat ice cream bar.

Congratulations to our Men’s Varsity Basketball team on a great season.

March 6th- 10th

Tuesday, March 7th all Juniors will take the ACT. Tuesday will be a remote day for Freshmen, Sophomores and Seniors
March 10th, Winston-Salem State University Band will present a concert for our Honor Roll and PBIS incentive!
Congratulations to the following!
- a. Mr. Luegers and Mr. Bradshaw’s esports team! RHS has claims on the district’s 1st Esports team. Our team came in first place on Thursday, being led by Khalil Womack!
- Congratulations to our Mens’ Varsity basketball team. Our young men are the conference champs and will compete in the 2A State Championship on Saturday at NC State University.

Feb. 27-March 3rd

3rd Qt. interim reports will go home on Wednesday, March 1st.
Check-ins for English II, and Biology will take place this week. Please encourage your child to do their very best on this assessment, we will use this data to plan instruction.
Attention 10th Graders: You are invited to attend "RCC Day" at Rockingham Community College. Join the field trip to learn more about Cosmetology, Information Technology, and other available programs. If you would like to attend, please RSVP on the 10th Grade Canvas Page AND pick up a permission slip from Student Services. All permission slips must be turned in to Student Services by Wednesday, March 8th.

Feb. 20-24

Order your 2022-2023 yearbook! Digital memories are lost with old devices, but a yearbook will be cherished forever. Don’t miss the opportunity to capture this year’s memories. You may order online through jostens.com

The Student Health Center will be offering free sports physicals on Wednesday, March 15, all day until 4:30 pm. Students must have a consent form on file with the Student Health Center, as well as a completed (and signed) sports physical form. If you have any questions see Ms. Stacey in the Health Center

The Piedmont Community College TRIO program is offering FREE, professional ACT prep to 11th Graders on Thursday, February 23rd. Interested students can pick up participant applications in Student Services. All applications must be turned in to Ms. Wood by February 20th.

Thursday, Feb. 23rd Early Release - Students will be dismissed at 1:35

Friday, Feb. 24th Teacher Workday

If you are interested in playing softball, meet Coach Bailey at the softball field directly after school tomorrow.

Congratulations to our 2A State Wrestling Champion Rayshun James 126 lb weight class

Congratulations to our varsity men’s basketball team, who are the conference champions.

Congratulations to head men’s basketball coach, Coach Jason Ross for being named Coach of the Year.

Feb. 13th-17th

To protect instruction, and avoid unsafe possibilities, we will not receive Valentine deliveries. Please allow your child to enjoy their valentine gifts at home.

Anime Club has its spring kickoff Tuesday after school in Mr. Bradshaw's room from 3:45-4:45. Everyone is invited to enjoy Japanese culture, food, friends, video games and anime.

The basketball playoffs will begin tomorrow. Our Lady Rams will play host North Forsyth at RHS on tomorrow, Monday Feb. 13th. The game will begin at 6pm. Our men’s team will play on Tuesday, Feb. 14th at Walkertown HS. The men’s game will begin at 7:30pm.

Feb. 6th - 10th

Fees and Fines! Prom season is near and your fees and fines need to be paid before prom! See the bookkeeper to see if you have fines!

Wednesday, Feb. 8th is an Early Release day, students will be dismissed at 1:30.

Jan. 30-Feb. 3

Report Cards for Q2 will go home on Jan. 30th

Families, please ensure that your child’s Fees and Fines are clear. See the bookkeeper to see if you have fines!

Our performing arts department will host auditions for our Spring musical, Mean Girls, on February 1 and 2 in the theater from 3:45 PM till 6 PM. All are welcome to audition for the Spring musical, you will need to bring clothes that you can move freely in and have a short song prepared. The ‘Happy Birthday’ song is a great option!

RHS HOSA will host a Winter Blood Drive on February 3rd ,2023 from 8:30 am- 1:30 pm. Students 16 and under may participate with parental consent. The community is encouraged to come out and save a life.

Jan. 23-27

Jan. 23rd and 24th are teacher workdays. School will not be in session for students.

Semester 2 will begin on Jan. 25th. Students please reference canvas for updated schedules.

Report Cards for Q2 will go home on Jan. 30th

Attention singers, musicians, ANYONE interested. You are invited to join the newly formed Reidsville High Gospel Choir! INTERESTED? Sign up in the cafeteria during all four lunches. Rehearsals are on Thursdays, directly after school, in the band room. We are excited and look forward to seeing you there.

Families, please ensure that your child’s Fees and Fines are clear. See the bookkeeper to see if you have fines!

Jan. 17th-20th

The Reidsville High School baseball tryouts will be February 13th on the baseball field. Anyone interested in playing please contact Coach Tuttle for more information. All players must have a physical on file to be eligible to tryout.
The 1st semester will end on Jan. 20th. Please make sure all missing work is in as soon as possible.
Report cards will go home on Jan. 30th
RCS will be closed on tomorrow, Monday, Jan. 16th for the Dr. MLK Holiday.
- As we approach our 2nd semester, let’s reflect on the words of Dr. King, it is "Intelligence plus character, that is the goal of true education."

Jan. 9-13

Hello Rams. Are you interested in helping your community and having a powerful impact in someone’s life? Then come to the Maker Space at 3:45pm on Monday, January 9 to find out how. Become part of Reidsville High School’s new Interact Club. See you there. Respectfully, Major Torres.

Ms.Yamaguchi and Mr.Moore are looking for individuals who are interested in a challenge! Is there a Senior that needs a scholarship? Are there kids who need to build their resumes? Then, we are the group for you! The Academic Challenge Competition (ACC) will be practicing on the 11th and 12th at 8am in Ms.Yamaguchi's room 409. Competitions start February 7th.

Calling all musicians and singers, there is still room for you in the newly formed gospel choir. The next rehearsal will be on Thursday, January 12th from 3:45-5pm at the latest. Sign up during your lunch or just come to rehearsal.

Exams will begin this week. Non-EOC exams will begin on tomorrow, Monday, Jan. 9th through Jan. 12th. EOC exams will begin on Jan. 13th through Jan. 19th. Our exam schedule has been posted to our website.

Jan. 2-6

The RHS Theater Dept. will perform "10 Ways to Survive the Zombie Apocalypse" on January 3, 2023 at 7:00 PM. Tickets for the show are $5.00 and all proceeds will go to help the Theater Dept travel to Trinity High School on January 7, 2023 for the International Thespian Competition. If you have any questions, please see Mr. Murphy.
Exams will begin on Jan. 9th through Jan. 19th. A detailed exam schedule will be posted to our website and shared in Canvas
- The grading period will end on Jan. 20th.
I hope that each of you have enjoyed your winter break, school will resume for students tomorrow, Monday Jan. 2nd. 2023

Dec. 12-16

Congratulations to our ROTC Rifle Team who placed 1st at a regional competition
Thank you to our varsity football team for a great season of football!
School will dismiss at 1:35 on Friday Dec. 16th and will remain closed through Dec. 30th. Students will return on Monday, Jan. 2nd 2023.
Exams will begin on Jan. 9th through Jan. 19th. A detailed exam schedule will be posted to our website.
- The grading period will end on Jan. 20th. During the winter break, please make sure that your son/daughter is current on all assignments.

Nov. 28-Dec. 2

Interims will go home on Thursday, Dec. 1st
The Trading Card Game Club will be meeting on December 2 from 3:45 till 5:00 in the theatre. Anyone interested in participating in the gaming events should see Mr. Murphy
As you shop for the holidays, be sure to purchase clothing that covers your teenager’s midriff. Please remind your teen that caps, bonnets and durags are not permitted in RCSs.

Nov. 21&22

Are you a member of HOSA, please remember this club meets every Thursday afternoon in room 301 from 3:45pm-4:15pm. All members are expected to attend weekly meetings.
Schools will be closed from Wednesday, Nov. 23-Nov. 25th in observance of Thanksgiving.
During this break, have your child to share their Canvas with you. Encourage them to complete all missing assignments.
Congratulations to our varsity football team who took down the undefeated Chase High School on Friday night, moving the mighty Rams forward to the 4th round of the playoffs. On Friday, Nov. 25th, our Rams will take on Maiden High School, 7:30pm kick off time.
Families, we are thankful for your support of RHS. Enjoy the Thanksgiving Break with your family.

Nov. 14-18

Nov 18th Picture make-up day for undergraduates
Check-ins for Eng II, Math I and III and Biology will begin this week. Please make sure your high schooler is present and on time each day.
Mr. Murphy will have auditions for our second competition play on Wednesday November 16 and 17, 2022 from 3:45 till 5:00 PM in the theatre.
Are you competitive, the Academic Challenge Competition is great way for students to compete academically in a fun environment. A student interest meeting will be held in Ms. Yamaguchi's room on Wednesday, November 16, at 8am. See Ms. Yamaguchi or Mr. Moore for more information .
Seniors, are you in need of help with FAFSA? Meet Ms. Wood on November 17th from 5pm -7pm at Rockingham Community College's ADT Building. Please remember to bring a parent/guardian, 2021 Tax Information, and a Chromebook or personal computer.

Nov. 7-10th

Report cards will be distributed to students during 2nd period tomorrow, Monday, Nov. 7th
1st Qt conference window is from Nov. 9-17- If you would like to conference with your child’s teachers, please contact them via email or call the guidance office for help with scheduling.
On Thursday Nov. 10th our freshmen and sophomores will have career day.
Also on Thursday, we will recognize our students who earned honor roll, have perfect attendance and who modeled Ram Pride during Q1. These students will attend a kickball social beginning at 2:45.
Friday, Nov. 11th is a holiday. Schools will be closed in observance of Veterans day.
The NC Theater Conference was held at RHS over the weekend congratulations to RHS’ Theater for being rewarded with Excellence in Comedic Expressions and Excellence in Mask Work
- Congratulations to Cross Hairston for earning the Excellence in Acting award and to Aidan Blackwell for earning the Excellence in Stage Management

Oct. 24-28

Women's basketball workouts will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays for the month of October from 3:45-4:45 in the main gym
Are you interested in joining the chess club? Stop by Mrs. Wells' room, 109, on October 26 at 3:45. This is an initial interest meeting. You need not know how to play to join the fun.
12th Graders: Our Fall FAFSA Night is scheduled for October 26th from 5-7pm. Please bring 2021 Tax documents to complete the FAFSA. If you have any questions, please reach out to Ms. Wood!
Grading period will end on Friday, Oct. 28th. All work must be turned in.
Oct. 31st will be a remote day for students- work and instruction will be posted in Canvas. We will also provide paper copies for students who will not have access to wifi.

Oct. 17-22

Tuesday, October 18, 2022 is RockATOP Community Night starting at 6 p.m. The location is Center for Economic Development, Small Business & Tourism at 425 NC 65.
Picture Day is Coming!
- Undergraduate picture day - Oct. 18th, 2022
- Nov. 4th is the final make-up day for seniors. If you do not wish to purchase your senior pictures, you will not need to pay the $25 sitting fee. We will use these pictures for the yearbook. Please see Ms. Paschal in the media center if you have not taken your senior picture.
College application week is Oct. 17-21st. This week, let’s wear shirts to represent our favorite college.
The RHS band will close for the RMS’ band concert, which will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 18th in the auditorium. Come out to support our band programs. The concert will begin at 7pm.

Oct. 10-14

Student Ridership Count is scheduled for this week of October 10-14, 2022. The student count is an important factor in determining our transportation funding from the state. Parents, please help us with this by ensuring that your child rides the bus to and from school this week.
Oct. 12th Early Release, school will dismiss at 1:35pm
Grading Period ends Oct. 28th, don’t wait to submit all missing assignments.
Oct. 18th - 9-11th picture day.
Nov. 4th - Last make-up day for senior portraits. Students who do not wish to purchase will not need to pay the $25 sitting fee. We need all seniors to take their photo for the yearbook.

Announcements Oct. 3-7

Due to Hurricane Ian, our varsity football game that was scheduled for Friday, Sept. 30th was canceled. The game will be played on tomorrow, Oct. 3rd. Kickoff will be at 7pm
The Trading Card Game club will be hosting their first meeting this Friday October 7, 2022 from 3:35 till 5:30 PM. If you are an experienced player or just want to learn, come to the theater building or see Mr. Murphy for more information.
Underclass Picture Day 10/18/22 Tuesday

Announcements for Sept. 26th-30th

RHS is a Title I school, this means we receive additional funding from the federal government. These funds are used to supplement instructional resources. Our 1st Title I event of the year will be Walk the Schedule Night. Walk the Schedule night will be on Sept. 28th from 5pm-7pm. Come out to walk your child’s schedule and pick up interim progress reports.
Students enrolled in semester Biology and Math III will take their state check-ins this week. Families please ensure that your child is at school daily.
Friday, Sept. 30th will be an early release day, students will be dismissed at 1:35pm.
Our SGA has planned great activities for this homecoming week, Sept. 26-Sept. 30th
- Monday is pajama day- please remember all wear must meet our dress code policy
- Tuesday is caribbean day- Families please stress to your sons/daughters that swimwear of any kind will not be permitted.
- The pep rally will be on Friday from 10:45 - 11:45pm in our stadium.
- Our students have planned the Rams first tailgate, which will begin at 4:30pm in the main football parking lot. A big shout-out to the Nichol’s family for their donation of the hot dogs.

Announcements for Sept. 19th-23

RHS is a Title I school, this means we receive additional funding from the federal government. These funds are used to supplement instructional resources. Our 1st Title I event of the year will be Walk the Schedule Night. Walk the Schedule night will be on Sept. 28th from 5pm-7pm. Come out to walk your child’s schedule and pick up interim progress reports.
Seniors, have you taken your senior photos? If not, please sign up by visiting prestigeportraits.com to select a time. Picture day is Saturday, Sept. 24th. These pictures will be in the yearbook. There is no cost for yearbook poses. The sitting fee for additional poses is $25.00
RHS is a Community Eligibility Program school. This means students receive breakfast and lunch at no cost. We are fortunate to have this program. Outside foods put our participation in this program in jeopardy. Parents please do not send or drop off commercial foods. All student foods should be packaged in unmarked containers and bags. Doordash is not an option for RCS students. Inviting strangers to campus is a safety issue and also jeopardizes our CEP participation. Doordash deliveries will not be accepted.

Announcements for Sept. 12-16th

There will be an IB Parent meeting on Tuesday Sept. 13th at 6:30 in the Maker's Space (library). All parents are encouraged to attend as important information will be presented and handed out.
Families, we invite you to take part in our parent organizations as well as our school improvement team. If you are interested in joining a parent group, go to our website and look under What's Happening, scroll down to the Parental Participation at RHS form to find ways to participate. Our SIT meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month, we invite you to join us for our 1st meeting on this Tuesday, Sept. 13th at 4pm in the media center.
RHS is a Title I school, this means we receive additional funding from the federal government. These funds are used to supplement instructional resources. Our 1st Title I event of the year will be Walk the Schedule Night. Walk the Schedule night will be on Sept. 28th from 5pm-7pm. Come out to walk your child’s schedule and pick up interim progress reports.

Sept 6-10th

There will be an IB Parent night on Tuesday Sept. 13th at 6:30 in the Maker's Space. All parents are encouraged to attend as important information will be presented and handed out.
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes will have their first meeting September 8 at 7:45 am in Coach Tuttle's classroom located in the new gym. All are welcome, you do not have to be an athlete to attend. Breakfast will be provided
On Sept. 6th the 9th and 10th graders will begin the iReady diagnostics and our upperclassmen will begin their RCS Ready program which is an ACT prep program.
We will begin ticketing students who have not purchased a parking pass on Sept. 6th. No student should park in front of or behind the practice gym.