There will be an ESU meeting next Thursday, April 29th in Mrs. MacDonald/Mrs. Barrett's room (135) to discuss our next event.
Attention Speech and Debate:
Debators: Remember that elections for next year's team captain will be Wednesday in Room 219.
IE Competitors: Remember that elections for your team captain will be on Thursday in room 219.
Also, the deadline to RSVP for the banquet and to order t-shirts will be next Friday. Forms are available in Mr. Moeller's room.
There will be a Chick-Fil-A Spirit Night to benefit the Pirate Press on April 28 from 5:30 to 7:30. 10% of the proceeds will go to the RRHS newspaper to pay for end-of-the-year issues. There will be a drawing for every student who purchases food to design their own page in the final issue.
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Monday, April 19, 2010
Attention all Swimmers and Divers: There will be a brief meeting after school in Miss Dye's room Wednesday April 21st. All athletes, including the seniors must attend. Please make sure to being any equipment that was not previously turned in.
There will be a Driftwood meeting on Wednesday April 21st during seminar in Mrs. Voight's room.
There will be a Driftwood meeting on Wednesday April 21st during seminar in Mrs. Voight's room.
Friday, April 16, 2010
It's right to read week! Stop by the media center this week to participate in fun contests and chances to win prizes!
Also get caught reading this week for a chance to win prizes.
Attention Environmental Club Members! We will have a meeting on Wednesday, April 21st in Ms. Borgia's, room 206, to discuss Earth Day, the spring beach clean-up, and the garlic mustard pull which is happening in May. If you cannot attend please stop in to see Mrs. Borgia, Mary Burns, Shannon Rantala or Miriam Moeller.
Attention all football players. There will be a short meeting during seminar on Tuesday. If you cannot attend please see Coach Adams.]
In celebration of Earth Day, April 22, Environmental Club will be collecting old cell phones to recycle. Did you know cell phones contain toxic metals that can pollute the environment and threaten human health? If cell phones are recycled responsibly, the metals can be reused.So please take this opportunity to preserve Mother Earth by bringing your old cell phones until mid-May or until our bin is full. You will receive a Malley's Candy Bar for bring in old cell phones. Thank you!
Congratulations to the girls' track team for defeating Vermillion 92-44 on Wednesday. The girls remain undefeated in the conference. Come support the team at home on Wednesday against Bay Village.
Attention Speech and Debate Members, there will be a mandatory meeting this Tuesday, April 20th. Please be on time.
Attentions girls volleyball players: the first lifting and conditioning session will be Tuesday, April 20th after school. Please report to the weight room. We will meet every Tuesday and Thursday after school until the end of the school year. See Coach Bennett with any questions.
With the growing need for students to pursue a career in the Health Care field, come to the distance learning lab on Tuesday April 27th during 5th period to find out about jobs in the Medical Assistant field. Learn what it takes to run a medical or dental office or how to handle patients and medical records in a hospital setting. This is projected to be one of the fastest growing occupations in the near future. Sign up now outside of Room 200. Maybe this is the right career for you.
All this week make sure you buy your relay for life wristbands that glow in the dark for only a dollar. Pick yours up during all lunch periods.
There will be a drama club meeting tomorrow at 3;15 pm. Among other things we will be nominating new officers for next year and voting on all nominees for this year's Tony awards. Please plan to attend. See Mrs. Garver if you cannot make it.
Also get caught reading this week for a chance to win prizes.
Attention Environmental Club Members! We will have a meeting on Wednesday, April 21st in Ms. Borgia's, room 206, to discuss Earth Day, the spring beach clean-up, and the garlic mustard pull which is happening in May. If you cannot attend please stop in to see Mrs. Borgia, Mary Burns, Shannon Rantala or Miriam Moeller.
Attention all football players. There will be a short meeting during seminar on Tuesday. If you cannot attend please see Coach Adams.]
In celebration of Earth Day, April 22, Environmental Club will be collecting old cell phones to recycle. Did you know cell phones contain toxic metals that can pollute the environment and threaten human health? If cell phones are recycled responsibly, the metals can be reused.So please take this opportunity to preserve Mother Earth by bringing your old cell phones until mid-May or until our bin is full. You will receive a Malley's Candy Bar for bring in old cell phones. Thank you!
Congratulations to the girls' track team for defeating Vermillion 92-44 on Wednesday. The girls remain undefeated in the conference. Come support the team at home on Wednesday against Bay Village.
Attention Speech and Debate Members, there will be a mandatory meeting this Tuesday, April 20th. Please be on time.
Attentions girls volleyball players: the first lifting and conditioning session will be Tuesday, April 20th after school. Please report to the weight room. We will meet every Tuesday and Thursday after school until the end of the school year. See Coach Bennett with any questions.
With the growing need for students to pursue a career in the Health Care field, come to the distance learning lab on Tuesday April 27th during 5th period to find out about jobs in the Medical Assistant field. Learn what it takes to run a medical or dental office or how to handle patients and medical records in a hospital setting. This is projected to be one of the fastest growing occupations in the near future. Sign up now outside of Room 200. Maybe this is the right career for you.
All this week make sure you buy your relay for life wristbands that glow in the dark for only a dollar. Pick yours up during all lunch periods.
There will be a drama club meeting tomorrow at 3;15 pm. Among other things we will be nominating new officers for next year and voting on all nominees for this year's Tony awards. Please plan to attend. See Mrs. Garver if you cannot make it.
Friday, March 26, 2010
Attention Seniors of Greek Descent: The Cleveland A.H.E.P.A. Scholarships Fund is awarding college scholarships to high school seniors of Greek descent who will graduate this year. Specific information is listed in the Guidance Office's Scholarships File under the April 15 deadline section.
Attention Seniors with an Intended Major in Education: The Up Side of Downs of Greater Cleveland,a non-profit organization which provides support, education, and advocacy for people with Down syndrome, their families and communities through out Northeast Ohio, is offering a renewable academic scholarship of $1,000 for students enrolled in a 4-year college in the state of Ohio and intended to become educators in the general education classroom. More information is available in the Guidence Office's Scholarship File under the April 30 deadline section.
Attention Seniors with an Intended Major in Education: The Up Side of Downs of Greater Cleveland,a non-profit organization which provides support, education, and advocacy for people with Down syndrome, their families and communities through out Northeast Ohio, is offering a renewable academic scholarship of $1,000 for students enrolled in a 4-year college in the state of Ohio and intended to become educators in the general education classroom. More information is available in the Guidence Office's Scholarship File under the April 30 deadline section.
Thursday, March 18, 2010
The spring musical, Kiss Me, Kate is next Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7:30pm. Tickets will be on sale next week during lunch periods. If you buy your ticket in advance, it is $4. Tickets at the door will cost $6. Hope to see you there!
All the students who have been interested in the psychology and psychiatry fields can sign up now to participate in a career program with doctors in this field. This is a rare opportunity to speak with psychologists and get all your questions answered since it is not a field that allows students to shadow. Take advantage of this opportunity on Wednesday March 24th during 2nd period by signing up outside of room 200.
All the students who have been interested in the psychology and psychiatry fields can sign up now to participate in a career program with doctors in this field. This is a rare opportunity to speak with psychologists and get all your questions answered since it is not a field that allows students to shadow. Take advantage of this opportunity on Wednesday March 24th during 2nd period by signing up outside of room 200.
Monday, March 15, 2010
Friday, March 12, 2010
On Saturday, March 27th there will be a Spaghetti Dinner at Rocky River High School. The dinner is being prepared by a River graduate, Chef Bryan Gorton. Tickets are $15 presale or $20 at the door. All the proceeds will benefit the 2010 Rocky River Relay For Life. Why not make it a night to remember and also order play tickets from the Drama Department who will be performing “Kiss Me Kate” beginning at 7:3. If you have questions or want to order tickets for the dinner, check out the school web-site or contact Miss Caruso
Thursday, March 11, 2010
The National Association for College Admission Counseling would like to invite current freshmen, sophomores and juniors to the National College Fair coming to our area. The event will take place at the Wolstein Center on Sunday, May 2 from 2pm to 4pm. Students are encouraged to register BEFORE attending the event at www.gotomyncf.com
It's not too late to sign up for the career program next Tuesday in the Distance Learning Lab. Find out what it takes to design and produce your own video game. Would making games be a good career for you? Sign up today outside of room 200.
It's not too late to sign up for the career program next Tuesday in the Distance Learning Lab. Find out what it takes to design and produce your own video game. Would making games be a good career for you? Sign up today outside of room 200.
Attention all those playing football next fall, there will be a mandatory football meeting this Thursday during seminar in room 216. If you cannot attend please see Coach Adams.
Attentions seniors: The Local Scholarship Applications are now available in the Guidance Office. Completed applications are due by 4:00pm on Friday, March 26.
It's not too late to sign up for the career program next Tuesday in the Distance Learning Lab. Find out what it takes to design and produce your own video game. Would making games be a good career for you? Sign up today outside of room 200.
It's not too late to sign up for the career program next Tuesday in the Distance Learning Lab. Find out what it takes to design and produce your own video game. Would making games be a good career for you? Sign up today outside of room 200.
Attention all those playing football next fall, there will be a mandatory football meeting this Thursday during seminar in room 216. If you cannot attend please see Coach Adams.
Attentions seniors: The Local Scholarship Applications are now available in the Guidance Office. Completed applications are due by 4:00pm on Friday, March 26.
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
We are currently looking for the March teacher of the Month. Each month a teacher is recognized for their achievements in the classroom. Please nominate a teacher that has gone above and beyond for students at RRHS. See Mrs. McGovern for a nomination form in the main office. Nominations for this month are due by March 12th. See Mrs. Rose or Mr. Wilhelms if you have any questions.
As a reminder- Local Scholarship Applications are available now in the Guidance Office. The deadline to submit completed applications and resumes to Mrs. Urbin in the Guidance Office is Friday, March 26th at 4pm. Students who fail to complete the required paperwork are not eligible for local scholarships.
Attention anyone interested in being on stage crew for the spring musical: We are meeting everyday except for Fridays at 4:30 on stage. Please see Mrs. Garver if you have any questions or conflicts.
There will be a Model United Nations meeting this Friday at 7:30am in Miss Delzani's room. We will be picking countries for our CSU conference so please be promptly.
The Environmental Club Party will be on March 17th, St. Patrick's Day after school in Miss Borgia's room. If you are interested, please sign up to bring something with Miss Borgia.
Remember to purchase your raffle tickets during seminar and lunch periods. This could be your chance to win an xbox 360 elite, iPod touch, four club seats to an Indian's game, iPod Nano, prom tickets and much more. All proceeds will be donated to the Make A Wish Foundation. See Miss Caruso with any questions.
As a reminder- Local Scholarship Applications are available now in the Guidance Office. The deadline to submit completed applications and resumes to Mrs. Urbin in the Guidance Office is Friday, March 26th at 4pm. Students who fail to complete the required paperwork are not eligible for local scholarships.
Attention anyone interested in being on stage crew for the spring musical: We are meeting everyday except for Fridays at 4:30 on stage. Please see Mrs. Garver if you have any questions or conflicts.
There will be a Model United Nations meeting this Friday at 7:30am in Miss Delzani's room. We will be picking countries for our CSU conference so please be promptly.
The Environmental Club Party will be on March 17th, St. Patrick's Day after school in Miss Borgia's room. If you are interested, please sign up to bring something with Miss Borgia.
Remember to purchase your raffle tickets during seminar and lunch periods. This could be your chance to win an xbox 360 elite, iPod touch, four club seats to an Indian's game, iPod Nano, prom tickets and much more. All proceeds will be donated to the Make A Wish Foundation. See Miss Caruso with any questions.
Tuesday, March 02, 2010
The 5000 Year Leap Scholarship is being offered to the student who submits the best 1500 word essay after obtaining and reading the book The 5000 Year Leap by W. Cleon Skousen. Applications are available in the Guidance Office's Scholarship file under the April 1st deadline section.
The Club SODA Pizza and movie event has been rescheduled for this Friday, March 5th. We will meet right after school in room 241. There will be pizza, chips, and soda provided and we will be watching the movie “Get Smart.” This event is open to current, past and prospective members so if you are not currently a member but are interested in planning and participating in future activities, you are welcome to attend this event in room 241.
Boys Tennis Players must meet with Mr. Sinnema and Mr. Huntley tomorrow at 3:15pm in the Maroon and White Room. Practice schedules and future events will be discussed.
Any students interested in more information about careers in nursing can sign up outside of room 200. The Distance Learning Lab Presentation will be on Tuesday, March 9th during 2nd period.
Attention all ESU members, there will be a meeting this Thursday during seminar in room 135 to discuss upcoming events. Please see Mrs. Barrett or Ms. MacDonald if you cannot attend.
Any student-athlete, not involved in a winter sport, wishing to tryout for baseball this spring should attend a mandatory meeting today at 3:30pm in the cafeteria. If you have any questions, email Coach Clark by visiting the high school baseball website through rrcs.org.
We are currently looking for a March Teacher of the month. Each month a teacher is recognized for their achievements in the classroom. Please nominate a teacher that has gone above and beyond for students at RRHS. See Mrs. McGovern for a nomination form in the main office. Nominations for this month are due by March 12th. See Mrs. Rose or Mr. Wilhelms if you have any questions.
The Club SODA Pizza and movie event has been rescheduled for this Friday, March 5th. We will meet right after school in room 241. There will be pizza, chips, and soda provided and we will be watching the movie “Get Smart.” This event is open to current, past and prospective members so if you are not currently a member but are interested in planning and participating in future activities, you are welcome to attend this event in room 241.
Boys Tennis Players must meet with Mr. Sinnema and Mr. Huntley tomorrow at 3:15pm in the Maroon and White Room. Practice schedules and future events will be discussed.
Any students interested in more information about careers in nursing can sign up outside of room 200. The Distance Learning Lab Presentation will be on Tuesday, March 9th during 2nd period.
Attention all ESU members, there will be a meeting this Thursday during seminar in room 135 to discuss upcoming events. Please see Mrs. Barrett or Ms. MacDonald if you cannot attend.
Any student-athlete, not involved in a winter sport, wishing to tryout for baseball this spring should attend a mandatory meeting today at 3:30pm in the cafeteria. If you have any questions, email Coach Clark by visiting the high school baseball website through rrcs.org.
We are currently looking for a March Teacher of the month. Each month a teacher is recognized for their achievements in the classroom. Please nominate a teacher that has gone above and beyond for students at RRHS. See Mrs. McGovern for a nomination form in the main office. Nominations for this month are due by March 12th. See Mrs. Rose or Mr. Wilhelms if you have any questions.
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Attention Senior Project Candidates: There will be a mandatory seminar meeting in the auditorium this Thursday, February 18. Your goals and activities form will be due. Please remember to write 5 goals and at least 5 specific activities. The Senior Project Application Form, which includes the goals and activities page, is available online.
Attention sophomores: If you are interested in being considered for enrollment in a Westshore Career-Technical Program at Lakewood High School next year, you must submit a completed application, including elective choices to Mrs. Urbin, Guidance Secretary, by the end of the day on Friday, February 19.
Attention seniors: The Ohio Society of CPA's is pleased to annonce they are accepting applications for the 2010 Cleveland Area High School Scholarship Program. The scholarships will be awarded to high school juniors ans seniors who submit the area's outstanding essays. More information is available in the Guidance Office's Scholarship File under the April 1 deadline section.
The Lebanese Syrian American Junior League is awarding two $1,000 college scholarships to an academically outstanding young man and woman of Lebanese or Syria
n descent residing in the Greater Cleveland area. The student must be graduating in either the January or June class of the current school year with a “B” or better scholastic average. More information is available in the Guidance Office's scholarship file under the March 31 deadline section.
The Lakewood/ Rocky River Rrotar Foundation offers grants for study in any accredited post-high school educational institution. Three grants of $2,500 and one grant of $1,000 will be awarded toward the cost of one year's tutition. Payments will be made to the institution for the recipient, with the understanding that the recipient will remain enrolled in the institution for a full year. More information is available
If you lost your yearbook form or don't remember if you previously ordered one, come see Miss Bogart in room 120. in the Guidance Office's scholarship file under the March 15 deadline section.
AES Engineers is pleased to present their scholarship for 2010. Students must submit an essay of no more than 1000 words in response to the questions posted on their website. More information is available in the Guidance Office's Scholarship file under the May 15 deadline section.
Attention sophomores: If you are interested in being considered for enrollment in a Westshore Career-Technical Program at Lakewood High School next year, you must submit a completed application, including elective choices to Mrs. Urbin, Guidance Secretary, by the end of the day on Friday, February 19.
Attention seniors: The Ohio Society of CPA's is pleased to annonce they are accepting applications for the 2010 Cleveland Area High School Scholarship Program. The scholarships will be awarded to high school juniors ans seniors who submit the area's outstanding essays. More information is available in the Guidance Office's Scholarship File under the April 1 deadline section.
The Lebanese Syrian American Junior League is awarding two $1,000 college scholarships to an academically outstanding young man and woman of Lebanese or Syria
n descent residing in the Greater Cleveland area. The student must be graduating in either the January or June class of the current school year with a “B” or better scholastic average. More information is available in the Guidance Office's scholarship file under the March 31 deadline section.
The Lakewood/ Rocky River Rrotar Foundation offers grants for study in any accredited post-high school educational institution. Three grants of $2,500 and one grant of $1,000 will be awarded toward the cost of one year's tutition. Payments will be made to the institution for the recipient, with the understanding that the recipient will remain enrolled in the institution for a full year. More information is available
If you lost your yearbook form or don't remember if you previously ordered one, come see Miss Bogart in room 120. in the Guidance Office's scholarship file under the March 15 deadline section.
AES Engineers is pleased to present their scholarship for 2010. Students must submit an essay of no more than 1000 words in response to the questions posted on their website. More information is available in the Guidance Office's Scholarship file under the May 15 deadline section.
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
The talent show is this Thursday at 7! Tickets are on sale during lunch periods for $3 and will be available at the door for the same price. Come see which teacher will be wowing us all with his band!
Any pitcher or catcher, not involved in a winter sport, wishing to tryout for baseball this spring should attend a mandatory meeting on Thursday, February 18th at 3:30pm in the cafeteria. If you have any questions, see Coach Clark after school in the weight room or visit the HS Baseball website through RRCS.
Attention all students: Are you aware? Are you aware that about 80% of car accidents are a result of driver inattention? Are you aware that driving while talking on the phone is like driving under the influence of three beers? Or that driving while texting is like driving with a blood alcohol level of .08? That's like driving legally drunk.Are you aware that automobile accidents are the #1 killer of teens, and that more than 500,000 people were injured and nearly 6,000 people were killed last year in accidents involving a driver who was distracted while using a cell phone or texting device? Are you aware that you can be a responsible driver and pledge not to drive while distracted?You can pledge not to drive while distracted! By pledging at the table and joining the Facebook group, you will be entered into a raffle, with prize winners announced at the beginning of 6th period Friday. Club SODA and the Rocky River Police Dept. encourage you to be aware and pledge
not to drive while distracted
Do you have a teacher that reates lessons that go above and beyond? Do you have a teacher that motivates you to do your best through their instruction? Now is the time to nominate one of your teachets for Teacher of the month! Please see Mrs. McGovern for nomination forms. All nominations for Feb. are due to Mrs. Rose or Mr. Wilhelms by February 16th.
Spirit Club will meet this Thursday during seminar in the auditorium. ALL SPIRIT CLUB MEMBERS MEET IN THE AUDITORIUM DURING SEMINAR THURSDAY.
Any pitcher or catcher, not involved in a winter sport, wishing to tryout for baseball this spring should attend a mandatory meeting on Thursday, February 18th at 3:30pm in the cafeteria. If you have any questions, see Coach Clark after school in the weight room or visit the HS Baseball website through RRCS.
Attention all students: Are you aware? Are you aware that about 80% of car accidents are a result of driver inattention? Are you aware that driving while talking on the phone is like driving under the influence of three beers? Or that driving while texting is like driving with a blood alcohol level of .08? That's like driving legally drunk.Are you aware that automobile accidents are the #1 killer of teens, and that more than 500,000 people were injured and nearly 6,000 people were killed last year in accidents involving a driver who was distracted while using a cell phone or texting device? Are you aware that you can be a responsible driver and pledge not to drive while distracted?You can pledge not to drive while distracted! By pledging at the table and joining the Facebook group, you will be entered into a raffle, with prize winners announced at the beginning of 6th period Friday. Club SODA and the Rocky River Police Dept. encourage you to be aware and pledge
not to drive while distracted
Do you have a teacher that reates lessons that go above and beyond? Do you have a teacher that motivates you to do your best through their instruction? Now is the time to nominate one of your teachets for Teacher of the month! Please see Mrs. McGovern for nomination forms. All nominations for Feb. are due to Mrs. Rose or Mr. Wilhelms by February 16th.
Spirit Club will meet this Thursday during seminar in the auditorium. ALL SPIRIT CLUB MEMBERS MEET IN THE AUDITORIUM DURING SEMINAR THURSDAY.
Friday, February 05, 2010
There will be an environmental club party on February 17 after school in Mrs. Borgia's room. Please come see Mrs. Borgia to sign up to bring something! Thanks!
Help celebrate more birthdays by beginning or joining a Relay for Life team. Registration is free until February 15th. After that it will cost each team member $10. Relay will begin at 11:00am May 29th. If you have questions or need help, please see Stephen Drebo or Erin Higham.
Attention Driftwood Members: We will meet in Mrs. Voight's room on Wed. Feb 10th during seminar. If you cannot make it, stop by after school. Thanks!
This is a reminder for students that it is not too late to sign up outside of room 200 for the biotechnology career presentation or the electrical/heatng and cooling career presentation that will be in the Distance Learning Lab. Sign up now to get all your questions answered.
Help celebrate more birthdays by beginning or joining a Relay for Life team. Registration is free until February 15th. After that it will cost each team member $10. Relay will begin at 11:00am May 29th. If you have questions or need help, please see Stephen Drebo or Erin Higham.
Attention Driftwood Members: We will meet in Mrs. Voight's room on Wed. Feb 10th during seminar. If you cannot make it, stop by after school. Thanks!
This is a reminder for students that it is not too late to sign up outside of room 200 for the biotechnology career presentation or the electrical/heatng and cooling career presentation that will be in the Distance Learning Lab. Sign up now to get all your questions answered.
Thursday, February 04, 2010
If you are interested in this year's talent show, please sign up in Mrs. Garver's room. There will be a run-through for acts on Tuesday, February 9 and the talent show is on Thursday, February 11 at 7:00. If you would just like to come out to watch all of the talent at RRHS, tickets will be on sale soon for $3.00 during school.
Attention current 9th, 10th and 11th grade students: The course registration process for the 2010/2011 school year has begun. Course requests must be entered on-line from February 2nd to February 11th. If internet access is unavailable at home,the media center and computer lab will be open from 7:30am to 4:00pm during course registration week. Registration forms will be collected in english class on Friday, February 12, 2010. If you have any questions regarding the scheduling process, please contact your assigned high school counselor.
The drama department will be selling Hershey's Kisses next week for Valentine's Day. Different colors will be sold to represent love, friendship, and secret admirer. Bags will be sold for $1 or 6 bags for $5. You can order them during lunch periods and they will be delivered next Friday during second period. Send some kisses for Valentine's Day!
Attention Key Clubbers: If you bring in one new paper towel roll and empty cleaned out milk jug to the meeting this Thursday you will receive a half hour for the semester. You must bring in both!
This week is National Teen Violence Prevention Week. During this week, let's re-evaluate relationships by looking for warning signs. Does your significant other act jealous, verbally criticize and abuse you, continually check up on you, force you into sex, threaten suicide, act violent while on drugs or alcohol, isolated socially, puts blame on others and break promises? If so, you could be in an abusive relationship. There is help. Visit www.domesticviolencecenter.org for more information. Thanks!
911 Driving School in Rocky River is offering $50 off the tuition to any student with a cumulative GPA greater then 3.0 or a GPA above 3.0 for the semester that just ended. You need to bring your report card from the school as proof and it could not be used in conjunction with any other offer.
There will be a special presentation for students interested in the biomedical engineering field. Sign up outside of room 200 to participate during 3rd period on Wednesday, Febuary 17th. The program will be about bio med technology and artificial limbs.
MEN MUST REGISTER WITH SELECTIVE SERVICES WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THEIR 18TH BIRTHDAY. IT IS THE LAW! REGISTRATION TAKES ONLY A FEW MINTURES ON THE INTERNET AT WWW.SSS.GOV OR A REGISTRATION FORM CAN BE PICKED UP AT YOUR LOCAL POST OFFICE.PLEASE NOTE, ONCE YOU REGISTER, YOU STAY ELIGIBLE FOR PROGRAMS AND BENEFITS CONNECTED TO REGISTRATION, SUCH AS COLLEGE LOANS AND GRANTS, FEDERAL JOBS AND JOB TRAINING ETC. PLEASE SEE MRS. URBIN IN THE GUIDANCE OFFICE WITH ANY QUESTIONS.
Now's the time to start donating to Hoops for Hunger. Bring in all the canned goods like soup and vegetables etc. that you can lay your hands on. Remember: This is a competition with Bay, so we definitely want to show them up. Cans will be collected at the basketball game on the 18th. The games will be televised, so support your boy's varsity basketball players and go to the game too. Bring all the cans to your 2nd period class.
Attention Driftwood Members: We will meet in Mrs. Voights room during seminar on Wed. February 6th. If you can't make it, stop by after school.
Attention current 9th, 10th and 11th grade students: The course registration process for the 2010/2011 school year has begun. Course requests must be entered on-line from February 2nd to February 11th. If internet access is unavailable at home,the media center and computer lab will be open from 7:30am to 4:00pm during course registration week. Registration forms will be collected in english class on Friday, February 12, 2010. If you have any questions regarding the scheduling process, please contact your assigned high school counselor.
The drama department will be selling Hershey's Kisses next week for Valentine's Day. Different colors will be sold to represent love, friendship, and secret admirer. Bags will be sold for $1 or 6 bags for $5. You can order them during lunch periods and they will be delivered next Friday during second period. Send some kisses for Valentine's Day!
Attention Key Clubbers: If you bring in one new paper towel roll and empty cleaned out milk jug to the meeting this Thursday you will receive a half hour for the semester. You must bring in both!
This week is National Teen Violence Prevention Week. During this week, let's re-evaluate relationships by looking for warning signs. Does your significant other act jealous, verbally criticize and abuse you, continually check up on you, force you into sex, threaten suicide, act violent while on drugs or alcohol, isolated socially, puts blame on others and break promises? If so, you could be in an abusive relationship. There is help. Visit www.domesticviolencecenter.org for more information. Thanks!
911 Driving School in Rocky River is offering $50 off the tuition to any student with a cumulative GPA greater then 3.0 or a GPA above 3.0 for the semester that just ended. You need to bring your report card from the school as proof and it could not be used in conjunction with any other offer.
There will be a special presentation for students interested in the biomedical engineering field. Sign up outside of room 200 to participate during 3rd period on Wednesday, Febuary 17th. The program will be about bio med technology and artificial limbs.
MEN MUST REGISTER WITH SELECTIVE SERVICES WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THEIR 18TH BIRTHDAY. IT IS THE LAW! REGISTRATION TAKES ONLY A FEW MINTURES ON THE INTERNET AT WWW.SSS.GOV OR A REGISTRATION FORM CAN BE PICKED UP AT YOUR LOCAL POST OFFICE.PLEASE NOTE, ONCE YOU REGISTER, YOU STAY ELIGIBLE FOR PROGRAMS AND BENEFITS CONNECTED TO REGISTRATION, SUCH AS COLLEGE LOANS AND GRANTS, FEDERAL JOBS AND JOB TRAINING ETC. PLEASE SEE MRS. URBIN IN THE GUIDANCE OFFICE WITH ANY QUESTIONS.
Now's the time to start donating to Hoops for Hunger. Bring in all the canned goods like soup and vegetables etc. that you can lay your hands on. Remember: This is a competition with Bay, so we definitely want to show them up. Cans will be collected at the basketball game on the 18th. The games will be televised, so support your boy's varsity basketball players and go to the game too. Bring all the cans to your 2nd period class.
Attention Driftwood Members: We will meet in Mrs. Voights room during seminar on Wed. February 6th. If you can't make it, stop by after school.
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Attention Students: the Media Center is now open for silent study. Students are welcome to come in and silently study for midterms today and all next week. Please see a teacher or Media Center staff member if you have any questions.
The 2010 Rocky River Relay for Life no-sign-up-fee deadline has been extended to February 15. You can sign up online at www.relayforlife.org/rockyriver. If you have any questions, please see Stephen Drebo or Erin Higham. Thanks!
There will be a drama club meeting on Thursday, January 28 after school in Mrs. Garver's room. We will be discussing the talent show, Valentine's Day sale, and crew positions for the spring musical. See Mrs. Garver or a drama club officer if you cannot attend.
The 2010 Rocky River Relay for Life no-sign-up-fee deadline has been extended to February 15. You can sign up online at www.relayforlife.org/rockyriver. If you have any questions, please see Stephen Drebo or Erin Higham. Thanks!
There will be a drama club meeting on Thursday, January 28 after school in Mrs. Garver's room. We will be discussing the talent show, Valentine's Day sale, and crew positions for the spring musical. See Mrs. Garver or a drama club officer if you cannot attend.
Monday, January 11, 2010
There will be a mandatory Science Olympiad meeting on Thursday after school in the computer lab to hand out permission slips for the upcoming competition.
Attention Students: Please stop in and see Mrs. McGovern to pick up a form to nominate one of your teachers for teacher of the month. See Mrs. Rose if you have any questions.
Attention Speech and Debate: The bus for Berea leaves this Friday at 7:30.
Attention NHS members: If you are interested in obtaining service hours by helping with the Rocky River Speech and Debate tournament on Saturday, January 23, please see Mr. Moeller by the end of the week.
Attention Students: Please stop in and see Mrs. McGovern to pick up a form to nominate one of your teachers for teacher of the month. See Mrs. Rose if you have any questions.
Attention Speech and Debate: The bus for Berea leaves this Friday at 7:30.
Attention NHS members: If you are interested in obtaining service hours by helping with the Rocky River Speech and Debate tournament on Saturday, January 23, please see Mr. Moeller by the end of the week.
Thursday, January 07, 2010
Attention Seniors: This is a reminder to submit your declaration of interest for Senior Project online by January 15. Please see Mrs. Hecker or Mrs. Ritschel with any questions.
Congratulations to Jake Thorn! Jake scored a perfect ten on the first meet of the AB Calculus Continental Mathematics League competition. Other students contributing to RRHS's score for the first of four meets of this national math competition include: Imelda Mahmutaj, Enio Dajko, Tim Gibbons, Bruno Nuro, Joe Hanigosky, and Spencer Datko.
Congratulations to Jake Thorn! Jake scored a perfect ten on the first meet of the AB Calculus Continental Mathematics League competition. Other students contributing to RRHS's score for the first of four meets of this national math competition include: Imelda Mahmutaj, Enio Dajko, Tim Gibbons, Bruno Nuro, Joe Hanigosky, and Spencer Datko.
Wednesday, January 06, 2010
Attention Driftwood members: We will meet next Wednesday, January 13, in Mrs. Voight's room during seminar. If you cannot make it, please stop by after school.
Today is the 911 Driving School grand opening. This is the first instructional driving school operated and managed by local police officers. Every student is taught by a local police officer in the classroom and in the car! 911 Driving School is located on Detroit Road.
Men must register with Selective Service within 30 days of their eighteenth birthday. It is their obligation and the law. Registration takes only a few minutes online at www.sss.gov, or a registration form can be picked up at the local post office. Please note, once you register you stay eligible for programs and benefits connected to registration, such as college loans and grants, federal jobs and job training, etc. Please see Mrs. Urbin in the Guidance Office with any questions.
Today is the 911 Driving School grand opening. This is the first instructional driving school operated and managed by local police officers. Every student is taught by a local police officer in the classroom and in the car! 911 Driving School is located on Detroit Road.
Men must register with Selective Service within 30 days of their eighteenth birthday. It is their obligation and the law. Registration takes only a few minutes online at www.sss.gov, or a registration form can be picked up at the local post office. Please note, once you register you stay eligible for programs and benefits connected to registration, such as college loans and grants, federal jobs and job training, etc. Please see Mrs. Urbin in the Guidance Office with any questions.
Tuesday, January 05, 2010
If you love your biology or chemistry labs and have ever thought about becoming a medical lab technologist, there will be a career program for you in the Distance Learning Lab during second period on Thursday January 7. Come find out what this career entails and sign up outside of room 200.
It's not too early to start thinking about the talent show which will be on Thursday, February 11. If you would like to participate in this year's show, you must present your act on Tuesday, February 5 for approval and to be placed in the show. Acts in the past have ranged from singing, to dancing, to karate, to comedy, so no talent is off-limits. See Mrs. Garver with any questions.
Attention Spanish Club: There are still lots of tee-shirts for sale for just $7! See Senorita Barkin if you would like to purchase one. There is still Spanish tutoring in Senorita Barkin's room on Thursday mornings at 7:15. Tutors can earn service hours and tutorees can get extra help in preparation for the coming midterms. Please let Senorita Barkin know on Wednesdays if you plan on attending!
Attention Key Club Members: There will be a meeting on Thursday at 7:30am in the study hall room. There will be bagels.
Attention Speech & Debate: there will be a mandatory meeting tomorrow from 3:15-3:30 in Mr. Moeller's room. Please be on time. Also, the bus for Beachwood High School this Saturday leaves RRHS at 7:15am.
Attention Seniors: Please check the list of names posted in the Guidance Office. This is how your name will appear on your diploma. If any corrections/changes need to be made or if your name is not on the list please see Ms. Kissell in the main office immediately. Thank you.
Attention Students: The Driftwood Nightmares and Dreamscapes contest has been extended until January 22.
Kiss Me, Kate! auditions begin tomorrow. Please make sure to sign up for audition times for vocals and acting in Mrs. Garver's room. Everyone will come together for the dance audition on Friday.
The members of the boys tennis team will meet at 3:15pm in the cafeteria tomorrow. Practice teams will be discussed.
The hockey team will be selling 2010 calendars next week for $12. You may also preorder one this week during lunch periods and at hockey games or by asking any hockey team member. Proceeds from the calendar sales will be benefit this year's Relay for Life.
Attention Seniors: ESA Foundation Scholarship Applications are now available. Criteria for application is as follows: a minimum GPA of 3.00 OR a minimum score of 22 on the ACT and 1030 Critical Reading and Math on the SAT. Selection criteria include character, leadership, service, financial need, scholarship ability, and/or special criteria established by the donor. Additional information is available in the Guidance Office's Scholarship File under the February 1 deadline section.
Attention Seniors: The Best Buy scholarship applications are available online at www.bestbuy.com/scholarships or www.at15.com. Students need solid grades and involvement in community service or work experience.
Attention senior women interested in a chemistry major: The Flourine chapter of Iota Sigma Pi is pleased to announce the BP Scholarship for young women who demonstrate exceptional promise as future scientists. The BP scholarship will be awarded on the basis of scholastic achievement, participation in scientific activities, and community service. Although standardized test scores and transcripts will be considered, they are above all looking for a demonstrated commitment to science. Award recipients will receive an initial $1000 cash award and recognition. An additional $1000 will be given the second year based on demonstration of continuation as a science major in an Ohio university and maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or better. Additional information is available in the Guidance Office's Scholarship File under the March 1 deadline section.
It's not too early to start thinking about the talent show which will be on Thursday, February 11. If you would like to participate in this year's show, you must present your act on Tuesday, February 5 for approval and to be placed in the show. Acts in the past have ranged from singing, to dancing, to karate, to comedy, so no talent is off-limits. See Mrs. Garver with any questions.
Attention Spanish Club: There are still lots of tee-shirts for sale for just $7! See Senorita Barkin if you would like to purchase one. There is still Spanish tutoring in Senorita Barkin's room on Thursday mornings at 7:15. Tutors can earn service hours and tutorees can get extra help in preparation for the coming midterms. Please let Senorita Barkin know on Wednesdays if you plan on attending!
Attention Key Club Members: There will be a meeting on Thursday at 7:30am in the study hall room. There will be bagels.
Attention Speech & Debate: there will be a mandatory meeting tomorrow from 3:15-3:30 in Mr. Moeller's room. Please be on time. Also, the bus for Beachwood High School this Saturday leaves RRHS at 7:15am.
Attention Seniors: Please check the list of names posted in the Guidance Office. This is how your name will appear on your diploma. If any corrections/changes need to be made or if your name is not on the list please see Ms. Kissell in the main office immediately. Thank you.
Attention Students: The Driftwood Nightmares and Dreamscapes contest has been extended until January 22.
Kiss Me, Kate! auditions begin tomorrow. Please make sure to sign up for audition times for vocals and acting in Mrs. Garver's room. Everyone will come together for the dance audition on Friday.
The members of the boys tennis team will meet at 3:15pm in the cafeteria tomorrow. Practice teams will be discussed.
The hockey team will be selling 2010 calendars next week for $12. You may also preorder one this week during lunch periods and at hockey games or by asking any hockey team member. Proceeds from the calendar sales will be benefit this year's Relay for Life.
Attention Seniors: ESA Foundation Scholarship Applications are now available. Criteria for application is as follows: a minimum GPA of 3.00 OR a minimum score of 22 on the ACT and 1030 Critical Reading and Math on the SAT. Selection criteria include character, leadership, service, financial need, scholarship ability, and/or special criteria established by the donor. Additional information is available in the Guidance Office's Scholarship File under the February 1 deadline section.
Attention Seniors: The Best Buy scholarship applications are available online at www.bestbuy.com/scholarships or www.at15.com. Students need solid grades and involvement in community service or work experience.
Attention senior women interested in a chemistry major: The Flourine chapter of Iota Sigma Pi is pleased to announce the BP Scholarship for young women who demonstrate exceptional promise as future scientists. The BP scholarship will be awarded on the basis of scholastic achievement, participation in scientific activities, and community service. Although standardized test scores and transcripts will be considered, they are above all looking for a demonstrated commitment to science. Award recipients will receive an initial $1000 cash award and recognition. An additional $1000 will be given the second year based on demonstration of continuation as a science major in an Ohio university and maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or better. Additional information is available in the Guidance Office's Scholarship File under the March 1 deadline section.
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