News from the Nest

On Friday, November 8th, students in grades K-6 participated in a "Walk for Warriors" to support the Wounded Warrior Project. The elementary specials teachers (Mrs. Mary Sonner, Mrs. Jessica Kahrs, Mrs. Aimee Carpenter, Mr. Gabe Scott, Mrs. Joanne May and Ms. Molly Ross) organized this event for students and staff!

Students walked during their specials class time to show support for this cause that assists military veterans. Several students brought in pictures and items in honor of a veteran.

Students also turned in donations that will be sent to the "Wounded Warrior Project". Thank you to all who supported our project, including our generous online donors.

Collectively, RULH Elementary School raised $961 for the "Wounded Warrior Project"! Way to go specials teachers and RULH Elementary students!

On Monday, November 11th, RULH Jr./Sr. High School and Elementary School held their annual Veterans Day Programs. RULH Blue Jays and Lil' Jays will always be grateful for the sacrifices that veterans made to allow us to live in the land of the free and home of the brave.

At RULH Jr./Sr. High School, Marine Corps Veteran Gunnery Sergeant Robbie Bolar was the guest speaker. Gunnery Sergeant Bolar gave an outstanding message to students and staff. At RULH Elementary School, Sergeant Major Otis Kokensparger educated the students on flag etiquette.

Local veterans were individually recognized at both assemblies. Thank you veterans!

On Monday, November 11th, the RULH Junior High and High School Agriculture programs presented at the Ohio School Board Association Conference in Columbus, Ohio. As part of the Student Achievement Fair the students and teachers (Mr. Daniel Foster and Mr. Justin Cluxton) did an outstanding job of representing RULH School District! Blue Jay Pride!

RULH Jr./Sr. High School will be presenting “A Christmas Carol : A Live Radio Play” on December 13th and 14th at 7:30 p.m. each night. There will be a bonus performance on December 15th at 3:00 p.m. Tickets will be $7 for all ages at the door!

Anyone who would like to support the theatre department even further, please consider a donation that will directly support not only the creation of sets and costumes, but the enhanced education and artistic expression of the many students that are participating. Tickets only cover a portion of the many costs associated with producing outstanding theatre. Families and corporate donors will be recognized in the playbill!

The theatre program (and advisors Ms. Ava Hayslip and Ms. Molly Ross) are grateful for all generous donors and supporters who recognize the positive impact of the Arts has in our community.

Please plan to kick off your holiday season and bring your family and friends to see this charming take on a family favorite that will leave no one saying “Bah Humbug!”

Students in Mrs. Adams 4th grade science class are digging deep into the fascinating world of fossils! They are learning all about how fossils form and what they can tell us about life long ago. This week, students had the chance to examine real fossils from the Ordovician period, taking a glimpse into a time when Ohio was covered by a shallow sea teeming with ancient marine life. It's been exciting to see their curiosity sparked by these remnants of Ohio's prehistoric past!"

It was "Fun Friday" on Friday, November 8th at RULH Jr./Sr. High! The students who were celebrated were those who met the PBIS awards criteria set by students and staff for the month of October.

The students voted to participate in their favorite activity on the menu and earned the first two hours of the day to celebrate their accomplishment. Pictures below are a few of the events that took place!

Thanks to administration and the PBIS team for all their efforts to make this possible for our students. Celebrating behavior, academics and attendance sends a message to our students to value those things which makes our school a great place to work and learn!

Congratulations to sophomore Gabby Himes who competed in the District 9 FFA Job interview contest on Wednesday, November 6th. Gabby's hard work paid off and she placed second in her division. Congratulations Gabby!

RULH introduces the newest members of the ABC Club! Way to go Lil' Jays!

• Kim Stauffer – Board of Education Member (November 15th)
• Gabe Scott – Elementary Physical Education Teacher (November 18th)
• Tammy Stricklett – High School Intervention Specialist (November 22nd)
• Molly Ross - Jr./Sr. High Music Teacher (November 24th)

Friday, November 15th

Interim Reports Issued

5:00 pm - SHAC Girls Basketball Preview

5:00 pm - Boys B-Ball Scrimmage vs New Boston

Saturday, November 16th

9:00 am - 8th Grade Boys Basketball vs Hamersville (@ Western Brown)

9:30 am - 7th Grade Boys Basketball vs Hamersville (@Western Brown)

3:30 pm - 8th Grade Girls Basketball vs New Richmond (@Western Brown)

4:00 pm - 7th Grade Girls Basketball vs New Richmond (@Western Brown)

6:00 pm - MCJROTC Marine Corps Birthday Ball

Monday, November 18th

4:15 pm - Bowling @ Whiteoak (Highland Lanes)

Tuesday, November 19th

4:00 pm - Jr./Sr. HS Parent/Teacher Conferences

Wednesday, November 20th

3:15 pm - LPDC Meeting

Thursday, November 21st

8:30 am - CTC Visit with Sophomores

11:30 am - Girls/Boys Basketball Scrimmages @ Augusta

4:00 pm - ES Parent/Teacher Conferences

4:15 pm - Bowling vs Fairfield

4:30 pm - HS Academic Team Meet Home

5:30 pm - 7th/8th Grade Boys Basketball vs Manchester (S)

7:00 pm - RULH Board Meeting

Friday, November 22nd

5:00 pm - Boys Basketball SHAC Preview

Saturday, November 23rd

9:00 am - 8th Grade Girls Basketball vs Fairfield

10:30 am - 7th/8th Grade Boys Basketball vs Fairfield

5:00 pm - V Lady Jays @ West Carter Panorama