Falcon Flyer

Hello Ridgeline Families-- We have enjoyed a great week at Ridgeline. We want to let parents know that students are responding very positively to classroom expectations for cell phone use. It almost feels like the classroom environment has gone back in time. To a time where the addictive distraction of a cell phone wasn’t competing for our students attention and brain power. It’s quite fascinating. We’re definitely not out of the woods yet, and we know that it takes a concerted effort by all of us every day to maintain.

My photo today was sponsored by Mr. Paul and his 1st period science class! We have a little fun when I get my haz-mat suit on and deliver a “very dangerous” specimen to the classroom!

Outside of a little wild weather on Wednesday, we’ve also enjoyed many beautiful sunny days for our outdoor fall sports teams. This is the first fall season where we weren’t mandated to move practices indoor due to poor air quality. It has been a huge relief to have so few days in our region this fall with smoky conditions…and you’re thinking—you just jinxed us!

In today’s Flyer you can check out a really cool experience about 40 of our RHS students participated in for leadership development. A cool aspect of this event is we invited 40 students from CV High to participate as well. It was a real joy to watch them practice some new skills and connect with others through this powerful shared experience. Read more below!

You have to check out Jane, one of our outstanding performers, in a promo shot for our fall play, The Plot Like Gravy Thickens. I think she’s the “scorned ex-wife”, and she looks pretty intense! I know that she and the rest of the cast and crew are going to treat us to an amazing show! We’re still about six weeks away, but mark your calendar and keep an eye out for ticket sales about 2-3 weeks before opening night on November 13.

Next week is all about Homecoming! With daily activities and competitions, led by our fantastic ASB Leadership students. We have a big pep assembly for the school end of day on Monday. We’ll end the week with the homecoming football game vs CV, and honor the homecoming royalty. Wrap it all up on Saturday with the dance. Be there!

Ridgeline is hosting a special educational night for all of our Eastern Learning Community on October 09. In cooperation with East Region principals and staff members we will share information and resources to help support parents to feel empowered in navigating technology use with your kids. We hope to get a good crowd of interested parents who can participate and offer their insights and ideas for potential future topics and how we can partner in creating safer and less distracting conditions for our kids. (Want to be a part of the presentation? I am looking for 1-2 parents who would be interested in sharing a personal story of their own "perils, pitfalls, and successes" as a parent navigating their child's technology use. Looking for a parent who has lived through giving their child their first phone/device, and watched them grow through their teen years, and what you learned/discovered as a parent. Please call Molly Adams at 509-558-5808, to arrange a time to share your story with me. Thanks! ) Read the complete description below.

We have a home football game tonight vs Shadle Park. Should be great game. I heard it’s also mini-cheer night, which is code for “come early to get a better seat”!

You can enjoy a great Saturday night of music and entertainment right here at Ridgeline as we host the Spectacle of Sound! The Ridgeline Regiment will be joined by four other local marching bands. Our Regiment works extremely hard, putting in long hours of rehearsal. The Spectacle is not a competition event, more of a showcase. But I know how these kids and coaches think…everytime they are on the field, they perform at their highest level, they strive to be the best!

There are many more events for your calendar and information to help pass along to your own children to encourage them to get involved.

Be the smartest parent on the block… Read the Flyer!

Make it a great weekend! --Mr. Hardt

Business After School: Manufacturing Careers at Wagstaff

Business After School is back for the 2024-25 academic year! For those unfamiliar, Business After School is a program sponsored by Greater Spokane Inc., offering students opportunities to explore a wide variety of career paths—many flourishing right here in our region. Next week, on Thursday, October 3, from 3:00 - 5:00 PM at Wagstaff, area students can explore local skilled trade careers in manufacturing and design. Registration for the event is encouraged!

Dear Families and Community Members,

We are excited to invite you to Eastside Technology Night: Parenting in the Digital Age on October 9th at Ridgeline High School Theater from 6:30–7:30 PM. This event is designed to provide valuable insights into creating distraction-free learning environments and ensuring technology safety for students.

Here’s what to expect:

1. Welcome & Event Purpose
   Learn about the importance of distraction-free learning environments. Hear firsthand from teachers and students about the positive changes taking place in the classroom.
2. Technology Safety: Insights from "Anxious Generation"
   Our school counselors and local law enforcement will share vital information on mental health, device addiction, and how parents can ensure phone safety for their children. We'll also touch on the role of AI in today’s world.
3. School District Technology Policies
   Understand why following district technology policies is essential for student success and well-being in creating distraction-free learning environments and how you can help support our schools.
4. Practical Resources for Parents
   Get access to helpful resources and information to take home, empowering you with the tools to support your child’s healthy tech habits.
5. Closing & Next Steps
   We’ll wrap up with ways to stay informed, including how to sign up for additional resources, videos, and podcasts.

We look forward to seeing you there for this important discussion. Together, we can create a safer and more focused learning environment for our students.

Eastside Administrative Team

This week our Falcon student leaders teamed up with our friends and leaders from Central Valley high school for a training on Student Activities. Scott Backovich from Envolve has one goal, to help schools engage every student on campus through incredible activities. He challenged our leaders to think about the activities they plan for our students to participate in. The vast majority of traditional student activities have remained unchanged for the past 70 years. They learned about the importance of Positive Shared Experiences, Reverse Planning, Empathy Mapping, the Rule of 4, and the 5 Keys to a Successful Tradition. Student activities exist to create phenomenal communities within schools. The more students participate, the more successful they will become in school and life. It was a great day filled with laughing, conversations, learning, and reflection. Thank you to our ASB for sponsoring this awesome event.

Our art 1 students have been working with line and color to create some fun, abstract art pieces. Geraldine Probe, Reese Runyan, Evy Morlock, Cody Thornton, Eli Edgerly, Hali Lone, Danika Brant, and Emily Jordan are showing off their hard work. Great job Falcon artists!

🌟 **Support Our Dance Team for the Competition Season!** 🌟

We’re excited to announce a special donation to support our dance team as we prepare for upcoming competitions! We are selling exclusive Ridgeline T-shirts and sweatshirts, designed to showcase our team spirit and pride.

Not only will you be getting a stylish addition to your wardrobe, but a portion of the proceeds will directly contribute to funding our competition uniforms. These uniforms are essential for our performances and help us look our best on stage, showcasing the hard work and dedication we put into our craft.

By purchasing a T-shirt or sweatshirt, you’re not just supporting our team—you’re also becoming a part of our journey. Every purchase helps us get one step closer to our goal.

Thank you for considering supporting us! Your contribution means the world to us and will make a huge difference in our season. If you have any questions or would like to place an order, feel free to reach out. Let’s dance our way to success together!

https://whateversclever.boutique/collections/rhs-dance-proceeds-shop

A student who is chronically absent in high school is 7.4X more likely to dropout: http://bit.ly/1oqfID7 #BePresentBePowerful”

📲Attendance Desk number is 509-558-3801

Come see five local marching bands debut their 2024 shows in exhibition on September 28th: Central Valley High School, Cheney High School, Mead High School, University High School, and Ridgeline High School. You may purchase tickets at the door or skip the line for ticket and food purchases by ordering online at https://ridgeline-band-boosters.square.site/spectacle-of-sound-2024 Doors open at 5:30-See you there!

Ridgeline Wrestling Open Mat is Monday 2:45-4:15 PM and Wednesday 6:00-7:30 PM. Open to any Ridgeline student who wants to try wrestling, even for just one day. See if you can have fun rolling around on the mats and getting tougher at the same time. Email Coach Gretch (bgretch@cvsd.org) or check out flyers around the school for more info.

FCCLA and Fashion Club are now accepting donations for Blanket Night 2024! 2 yard pieces of polar fleece can be dropped off in E100! If you are interested in planning for this fun community event, please join us during LUNCH on Monday, Sept 30th, in E103 to learn more!

The Speech and Debate Team is having its first team meeting on Oct. 1, 2:15-2:45, in room D208. For all students grades 9-12, no experience is necessary. All are welcome!

You're invited to join the Peregrine Press! All are welcome! See Ms. McGrath in Room B202 with questions!

Honor Society meeting on October1st, during both lunches in B215, all new and returning members are welcome. Questions? Ask Mrs. Grisafi

Save the date for our Homecoming dance on October 5th from 7-10pm. Tickets on sale in the Business Office for $10! Guest dance forms are available in the front office! Guest dance forms are due by 10/3!

Freshman Class officer elections are coming soon. Be on the lookout for the application QR code in the commons next week. See Mr. Conrad in G101 if you have any questions.

Join the Ridgeline Dancers in our annual Halloween themed minicamp! Campers will be encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes both days to be in the true spirit of Halloween! Dancers will get to play games, work on dance technique, and learn a Halloween themed routine from the RHS dancers! Thank you for attending camp and supporting the ridgeline dancers on their quest to fundraise for this year's competition uniforms! Please print and sign the minor participant waiver and bring with you to check in on day 1!

October 22nd 6-8pm Camp

October 23rd 6-7:30pm Camp

October 23rd 7:30pm Final showcase for family and friends to come watch the full group performance!

RHS Main gym

K-8th welcome!

T-shirt provided

$50

Attention Seniors!

🤍Class of 2025 🤍

Senior Photos must be submitted by Monday, October 28th.

Link for Senior Portraits: https://www.hjeshare.com/eShare/?code=25falcons

Link for Senior Tribute ads: https://www.yearbookordercenter.com/job/21919

Have extra-curricular photos, family, special pictures or additional portraits of your senior you'd like to share? Use the attached link to purchase a senior tribute ad for our yearbook.

Tributes vary in size and price. Parents and guardians get to choose the layout, photos and write a special message.

Please be advised that yearbook staff members will not edit spelling or crop pictures, and the administration does reserve the right to refuse tributes due to inappropriateness.

Please click link below for more information!

November 1st we will be having a blood drive to help Vitalant with the major shortage of blood for the community! Sign up today!

Who killed Edward Worthington III? The plot thickens… Actually, the plot, like gravy, thickens. Mark your calendars for Ridgeline Theatre’s fall production, where you can help solve the mystery! Show dates are November 13,14,15, and 16.

Hey Falcons! Do you need a job? Check out our Jobs Board! It's updated regularly and there are some amazing opportunities!

There are flyers in the office to scan the QR code, too!

If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Demarest in E202 or email: kdemarest@cvsd.org

Business Office Open Hours:

7:15- 2:30pm

(Closed 12:30-1:30pm daily)