Rockridge Crime Stoppers t-shirts are now available to order online until Sept 11 at https://stores.inksoft.com/rockridge_crime_stoppers_2024/shop/home. Contact Deputy Rasso with questions at erasso@rr300.org.
Subject: Important Update on Our District's Plans
Dear Rockridge Families,
I’m writing to share some exciting news about the future of our district—news that has the potential to significantly impact our learning environment and our community.
After careful consideration, extensive research, and valuable input from our community, the Rockridge School District Board of Education has decided to move forward with a bond referendum this November. If approved, this proposal will allow us to build a new, consolidated PreK-5 elementary school on the Jr./Sr. High School campus AND air condition the JH/HS building—all while maintaining the current tax rate.
Our current elementary schools, some of which are over 68 years old, face significant challenges in meeting the needs of our growing student population. A new facility will provide modern classrooms, specialized spaces for art, music, and physical education, and enhanced safety features. This project is crucial to ensuring that all our students have access to the best possible learning environment.
The early dismissals this week due to excessive heat underscore the need for updated, climate-controlled spaces where our students can learn comfortably and safely.
As we move forward with this plan, I want to emphasize that this project is an investment in the future of our children and our community. We are committed to providing a high-quality education while being fiscally responsible and maximizing our resources.
I encourage you to stay informed about the bond proposal and participate in the voting process on November 5.
Thank you for your continued partnership and dedication to our students' success. If you have any questions or would like more information, please don't hesitate to reach out.
More details are also available on our website at https://www.rr300.org/page/referendum-proposal.
Sincerely,
Marcus Bush
Superintendent
Rockridge School District
The deadline to order a Homecoming TShirt is September 2nd - order today! https://rockridge-homecoming-24.itemorder.com/shop/home
The NFHS Network is offering $30 off a new user's first year subscription ($49.99 vs $79.99)! Enter code FLASH30 at checkout through Aug 31 to get the discount. Don't miss any of our Rocket JH & HS athletic events streaming LIVE online! www.nfhsnetwork.com
JH Football practice will be from 5-6:30 tonight in the JH Library. Please bring tennis shoes.
Due to continued high temperatures, the Rockridge School District will dismiss students at 1:30 pm on Wednesday, August 28th and Thursday, August 29th. Thank you for your understanding.
Due to the heat there will be no JH Football Practice tonight 8/26/24.
The Rockridge School District will dismiss school at 1:30 pm on Monday, August 26th and Tuesday, August 27th due to excessive heat.
Rockridge Individual adult Athletic passes are now available in the high school main office. Passes are $50 per person and are good for all Rockridge Jr High and High School home events.
Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2024 Homecoming Parade. This year's theme is "Dancing Through the Decades". The parade will take place in Edgington starting at 5:30 pm on Thursday, September 19th. Parade info & a hard copy registration form is available here: https://5il.co/2u9tl. To register online click here: https://forms.gle/LAXaKfh7Ce4fVioC9.
Don't forget to order your Homecoming T-Shirt as well! https://rockridge-homecoming-24.itemorder.com/shop/home/ The order deadline is September 2nd.
Get your Rockets Football Gear here!
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/BDrmTbfaKW
Don't Wait! Shop closes August 22!
Rockridge honored three employees for their 25 years of service to the district at today's opening institute. Cheryl Peters (bus driver) & Anita Sedam (paraprofessional) are pictured with Superintendent Marcus Bush. Not pictured is Lori Mier (paraprofessional).
Welcome back! Here is the first edition of the Rockridge Junior High Newsletter: https://5il.co/2tlyc
The online store for JH/HS PE Clothing closes Wed Aug 14 at 11:59 pm - ORDER NOW! https://bit.ly/3yfIy4R
2024 Rockridge Backpack Night Schedule
Homecoming 2024: Dancing Through the Decades! Parade & Pep Rally Thu Sept 19. Game vs. E-P Fri Sept 20. T-Shirts now available for online order at this link: https://rockridge-homecoming-24.itemorder.com/shop/home/ The order deadline is 11:59 pm on Mon Sept 2.
JH & HS Staff are kicking off the year with SEL Trauma Training with Hannah Reade from the RIROE.
Please pay your student's 24-25 Registration Fees today! Pay with credit/debit in the Lumen Portal. In person cash or check payments are accepted in any school office Mon-Fri from 7:30 to 3:30.
