Rockridge High School Principal Katy Hasson is pleased to announce that nine students from the RHS graduating class of 2024 have been designated as Illinois State Scholars.
The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC), the state’s college access and financial aid agency, presents this prestigious recognition of academic achievement to exceptional Illinois high school students annually. This year, more than 16,700 honorees join the other outstanding students who have been honored since the designation was first introduced in 1958.
The following Rockridge High School Class of 2024 Seniors were named Illinois State Scholars, pictured from left to right: London Keisel, Emma Ill, Makynzii Murley, Brinley Dunnett, Holly Fuhr, Ella Mayerhofer, Colin Huntley, Alex Zarlatanes, & Cullen Daly.
“On behalf of ISAC, congratulations to all our Illinois State Scholars for their extraordinary academic achievements,” said ISAC Executive Director Eric Zarnikow. “These high school seniors managed through the personal and learning challenges of the pandemic for several years of high school, and their accomplishments reflect their passion and dedication to academic pursuits. We also want to acknowledge and thank families, counselors, educators, mentors, and communities for their encouragement and often invaluable support in helping students along each step of their educational path.”
The Illinois State Scholar designation is a non-monetary award. Each State Scholar will receive a congratulatory letter and a Certificate of Achievement from ISAC. Additionally, awardees can download an official Illinois State Scholar Program badge to display on their online profiles, social media platforms, and share with their high school counselors, colleges, employers, family members and others.
Rockridge will recognize our Illinois State Scholars with a banner in the school lobby. Students will receive recognition at our Awards Night in May where they will be presented with a special medallion to be worn at their graduation ceremony.
Congratulations to Deputy Rasso - this year's winner of the JH/HS Door Decorating Contest!!
The HS Boys Basketball team plays Moline tonight @ Wharton Fieldhouse. The F/S game starts at 5:30, followed by varsity. If you are attending, please view the items below. No bags larger than a woman's wallet are allowed.
Today, the HS spring and fall state qualifiers signed posters for the elementary schools. Thanks to everyone who made today successful. The smiles on all the student's faces said it all.
Reminder: We will be dismissing at 11:30 AM tomorrow, December 8th. Lunch will not be served. Have the best day!
Rocket Fuel Wrestling Club Parents,
There has been a change for Rocket Fuel Wrestling Club practices.
Please use the JH parking lot east of the cafeteria. Enter through Door 14. Practices will be held in the JH Gym at that location from 5:30-7:00pm. Please do not arrive before 5:20pm as we have other practices in that location. All parents and wrestlers will need to stay in that location for practices as we have other events throughout the building on various nights.
Our wonderful nurses, Mrs. Lewis and Mrs. Stubbs, put together these friendly reminders this cold and flu season! We hope everyone stays healthy! Link: https://5il.co/29tab .
Vote for RR HS Junior Eden Myers for your favorite painting display in RI. Click the link and scroll to find Gas and Electric Credit Union artist Eden Myers under downtown RI. Eden hand-painted the images below. https://form.jotform.com/233045817538056
The PTO Meeting for Monday November 27th has been cancelled. We appreciate those who planned on attending, and will have information regarding the next date! Thanks so much!
Due to unforeseen circumstances, we have to cancel the Illinois City, Taylor Ridge and Andalusia Christmas programs. We look forward to having an additional program possibly added sometime during the second semester.
The Rockridge District is saddened to announce the passing of Dr. Chester Lien. Dr. Lien was Superintendent of Rockridge from 2011-2015. He was fatally injured in a car accident near Peoria on November 17. The District sends its deepest condolences to his family. Click the obituary for service details. https://www.dodsworthfh.com/obituary/chester-lien
Thank you to those who participated in our first Community Engagement Session on Tuesday Night! Click here to view the information that was shared: https://www.rr300.org/page/community-engagement-sessions
Get some new gear for the Rockets on your list! Check out the Boosters' Online Store at https://stores.inksoft.com/RockridgeHoliday/shop/home
Congratulations to RHS Senior Olivia Quintanilla on being named the November Student of the Month!
We are excited to host the Community Engagement Event on Tue Nov 14 at 6 pm at Snow Star. Please click the link to RSVP so we can plan enough space for those who attend: https://forms.gle/AUzogZYsBQUTfV6i8
Please make ALL lunch money checks out to Rockridge CUSD #300. Do NOT make them out to individual schools. We appreciate it!
The Rockridge Community is invited to a Future Facility Planning Conversation on Tuesday Nov 14 at 6 pm at Snow Star.
Congratulations to Kendra Lewis as she signs her National Letter of Intent today to play Softball at the University of Wisconsin!
The RHS StuCo Food Drive is underway to benefit local food pantries, and the Show Choir Show Thursday & FFA Veterans Day Breakfast Friday will honor our area Veterans. Wrap up the week at the Reynolds UMC dinner Friday that ties them all together!
