Dear Open High Family,
It's hard to believe, but we are in the final stretch of the 23-24 school year! Thanks to those who were able to come out to Parent/Caregiver Conferences on Friday. Marking Period 3 Report Cards will be distributed later this week. And thanks to all who came out again to help with Ian's pergola project on Sunday! It's going to be a beautiful addition to our school! As a reminder,
School Closed, Friday, March 29
Spring Break, April 1 - 5
MONDAY, 3/25
- Deadline to enter March Merch Madness drawing for free item of your choice! All orders taken through Thursday only at tinyurl.com/merch! Help support the PTSA, our students, our teachers, and our one-of-a-kind school!
- Family Trivia Tournament continues today at end of 4th period.
TUESDAY, 3/26
- ALL 11th graders will participate in the SAT School Day on Tuesday, March 26. Students will report to the Fifth Baptist Church located at 1415 Grayland Avenue no later than 9:00 a.m. The new SAT is digital and along with other changes, the test is now only 2 hours and 14 minutes instead of 3 hours. Students MUST bring their charged Chromebooks AND chargers. Students need not report to Open prior to the test, but students are expected to be in their afternoon classes. Please review this SAT Parent Letter that was distributed to students last week.
WEDNESDAY, 3/27
- Our wonderful PTSA is providing Pizza Lunch for all students today in the Student Lounge. If you can help out, please sign up here.
- Volunteers with the Alliance for the Cheseapeake Bay will also be at Open to help with garden maintenance in the morning.
- Family Trivia Tournament at end of 5th period.
THURSDAY, 3/28
- GRASP Advisor Amy Swierczewski is here today and is also available virtually by appointment or email (open@grasp4va.org). If you have questions about FAFSA, would like to go through it 1:1, have a financial aid question related to secondary education, reach out!
- Our last Thursday Elective day of the year!
- March Madness Trivia Showdown at Town Meeting!: students will be dismissed from the Richmond Public Library at 3:30 p.m.
FRIDAY, 3/29
- School Closed for Spring Break
ON THE HORIZON
It's a busy week on our return, so please plan accordingly!
- Monday, 4/8, Partial Solar Eclipse, 2:02 - 4:31 pm. Maximum coverage at 3:19 pm. We've got glasses for all students so we're ready to safely watch the solar show!
- Monday & Tuesday, 4/8-9, James River Boat Trip (9th graders) Pay $ 10 here
- Wednesday, 4/10, RPS Closed, Eid al-Fitr
- Thursday, 4/11, ECMC College Night for Juniors, 6:00 - 7:30 pm (see info below)
- Saturday, 4/13, AP Art Show, Main St. Station
- Saturday, 4/13, Pathways to Life Abroad (see flyers below)
Good Samaritan Awards The staff is on the lookout for students who do small, good things to improve our community. Last week Rogan Van Jester was recognized, and we'll announce new receipents on Monday. Students win points for their Family and receive a goodie box with treats for their acts of kindness.
We want to encourage health and wellness at Open High. To that end, please read this letter about the RPS Wellness Policy and Smart Snacks.
Speech Showcase. We are looking for students to recite poetry (original or not), sing, perform skits, or do anything creative. Anyone who wants to participate should come to speech meetings for practices every Thursday from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m in Room 210. See Sierra King for details, and stay tuned for the date! Here's the google form link to sign up.
Finally, congratulations to our Support Staff of the Year, Anita Murphy! Anita is our Instructional Compliance Coordinator, Student Testing Coordinator, and sponsor of the Black Student Union. She is a key member of our administrative team, and we're thrilled to celebrate her. Thank you Anita for all you do for Open High!
Keep reading for more important updates and announcements.
Have a wonderful short week!
Clary
Clary W. Carleton, Principal
#openhearts #openminds #openhive
(804) 780-4661
Junior Students and Parents!
Mark your calendar for our ECMC College Night event at Open on Thursday, April 11, 6:00 - 7:30 PM. Get answers to questions about college admissions, the financial aid process, and scholarships. You will receive expert advice along with a free college-planning workbook. The time to begin planning for college is now! For more information, visit www.collegenights.org. Hope to see you there!
Senior Students and Parents!
We cannot wait to celebrate our 2024 Graduates! Parents and students: please read the RPS Graduation Letter below for important details, including:
- Guidelines on Individualization of Graduation Attire Must be approved by Clary by May 20.
- Enhanced Graduation Ceremony Protocols
Rocket Science at Open 🚀
The Open High Rocket Club had a very successful launch on Friday. They were able to reach 823 and 821 feet with two rockets they made. To qualify for nationals they had to reach 820 feet! Read more about the American Rocketry Challenge here, and congratulate these amazing students. Pictured here Finn, Aidan, Sophie, Liz, and Ian.
Open High School
Email: cwashing@rvaschools.net
Website: https://ohs.rvaschools.net/
Location: 600 South Pine Street, Richmond, VA, USA
Phone: 8047804661
Instagram: @openhighrva
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialopenhighschoolpage/
Merchandise Store: https://tinyurl.com/nfp5yzay