RHHS Wildcats News You Can Use

Sunday, Funday!

The week is upon us and we are looking forward to truly settling into the second semester of the 24-25 SY. The second semester is essential for planning for the upcoming year and making decision as it relates to classes/offerings for the year to come. Please be sure you've engaged with your child about the classes they have an interest in taking, the college classes that seem appealing and/or the work-based ventures that are culminating opportunities to CTAE pathways.

While mentioning scheduling, it's important to share that the Bryan County School system will offer an alternative opportunity for educational engagement for the 25-26SY. In order to ensure that all families are able to access this information, i have included more about "Bryan Academy" in the information below.

New Year, New Opportunities and New Chances to challenge your child to engage in something outside of the daily educational expectations. In the end, it's been proven time and time again that an engaged student is a successful student. Allow us to provide an opportunity to engage and if there is something missing and/or something you have a deeper interest reach out and lets see if this is something we can support at RHHS! Check out all of the extracurriculars here: Extracurricular Opportunities.

I am hopeful that your weekend was restful! We look forward to the week ahead. If I can ever be of assistance please don't hesitate to reach out via email: cmiller@bryan.k12.ga.us, Phone: 912-459-5151 or using this feedback form link here or always located at the end of the newsletter.

See ya, Love ya, Bye!

Bivins Miller

Upcoming Dates

• January 20, 2025 - M.L.K. Holiday
• February 14- February 18, 2025 - Winter Break

Senior Specific Information Website

• May 8th – Senior Exams (3rd and 4th block)
• May 9th – Senior Exams (1st and 2nd block)
• May 15th – Senior Meeting
• May 16th – Graduation Practice
• May 16th – Graduation

What is Bryan Academy?

Bryan Academy is a unique, non-traditional learning environment designed to meet the diverse needs of students. Offering a blended learning approach, students can experience a mix of face-to-face and online instruction tailored to their individual goals and learning styles.

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Key Features of Bryan Academy:

• Blended Learning:
  Combines online and face-to-face instruction for flexibility and engagement.
  
  

• High-Quality Instruction:
  Small-group settings ensure personalized, structured learning experiences.
  
  

• Individualized Support:
  Instruction tailored to meet diverse student needs, allowing them to learn at their own pace in a supportive atmosphere.
  
  

• End-of-Course (EOC) Classes:
  Conducted in-person to provide direct support and ensure mastery of essential skills.

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Additional Information for the 2025-2026 School Year:

• Transportation:
  Bryan County will provide transportation to and from the Academy. The Academy will be a new addition to the current offerings in the Bryan County School System; this venture will be opened at the existing RHHS Building on 1 Wildcat Dr.
  
  

• Hours of Instruction:
  Specific hours of instruction are still being finalized. Stay updated for announcements.
  
  

• Eligibility:
  Open to students in grades 9-12 who would thrive in a non-traditional, small-scale classroom setting. Students must consult their school counselor for more information and to apply. Please review the application below in the linked document.

The 2025 Georgia Scholar Program application window is open from January 8-March 1. Applications are due by 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 1, 2025. Contact Ms. Miles (dinah.miles@bryan.k12.ga.us) in the Counseling Suite, room 516, for additional assistance. Application and important details can be found HERE.

Grad Bash is a once-in-a-lifetime, rite-of-passage celebration for high school seniors!!

Seniors will enjoy an exciting night with their friends in Florida’s only grad celebration with exclusive, private access to both Universal’s Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida.

Plus, they’ll enjoy thrilling rides and attractions, street entertainment, and more!

Seniors wishing to attend the 2025 Grad Bash Event can find more information at this link:

SENIOR GRAD BASH

RHHS HOSA is sponsoring a 5k on Saturday February 15th at 8 am at JF Gregory. All proceeds assist with state and international competition fees. Sign up by Feb 1 for a t shirt. All participants receive a finisher's medal.

Follow the link to register:https://runsignup.com/Race/GA/RichmondHill/RHLoveontherun

Parents of Seniors, please take a look at the Richmond Hill Scholarship Board linked HERE. We are fortunate to live in a very generous community! Check weekly for new additions!

At the age of 16, Georgia requires that your student receive the booster to the MCV4 vaccine.

If they do not receive the MCV4 booster on or after the age of 16, their immunization record, Certificate of Immunization (Form 3231), will expire.

If you have not already scheduled an appointment for your student to get their vaccines updated, please contact your healthcare provider or the Bryan County Health Department at 912-756-2611 to arrange the MCV4 booster.

Meningococcal disease is a serious bacterial illness that affects the brain and causes shock, coma and death within hours of the first symptoms. Georgia law requires students be vaccinated against this disease.

Please provide an updated copy of the Certificate of Immunization (Form 3231) once the MCV4 booster is completed. This document will become a part of your student’s permanent record once it is received by the RHHS clinic staff.

Contact your healthcare provider or the Bryan County Health Department with any questions related to the MCV4 Booster.

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RHHS Athletic Newsletter

We know staff members at RHHS go the extra mile - we want to hear about it! When a staff member makes you/your student feel special or does something exceptional, YOU can give them a shoutout and in return, the PBIS team will send them a treat!

RHHS has a strong team of school counselors to support our students. Students are assigned a counselor based on their last name. All school counselors at Richmond Hill High School will provide developmentally appropriate counseling services based on data-driven practices to remove barriers to students' academic achievement and promote a safe and secure environment for all students.

• Amber Crews (A- Carter/AVID)
• Emily Neff (Cartwright-Gelly)
• Tam Daniels (George- Langridge)
• Debbie Kilpatrick (Lanier- Odell)
• Megan McDonough (Offringa- Slaughter)
• Amber Miles (Slusarski- Z)
• Deanna Appleton (DE/5th YR/BA)

For additional information regarding the Richmond Hill High School Counseling Team, please click here!

School times

7:30am-2:25pm/Buildings open at 7am

• Daily Bell Schedule
• A/B Schedule

Office Hours

7:00am-3:00pm

Certificates of Enrollment

Drivers License

Learners Permit

Car-rider/parent drop-off information - Click Here

Bus rider information- Bryan County Transportation Services

School nutrition information-

MySchoolBucks - Online Payment Portal

Students

• Breakfast - $2.50
• Lunch - $3.50

Staff

• Breakfast - $2.75
• Lunch - $4.50

Visitors

• Lunch - $5.00

Questions regarding remaining lunch balances should be directed to Alisa Vallbracht (School Nutrition Director) avallbracht@bryan.k12.ga.us/912-459-5121

Nurse/Clinic information-

Nurses: Taryn Parker (tparker@bryan.k12.ga.us) and Caitlyn Matias (cmatias@bryan.k12.ga.us)

If you should need to discuss health information at length, please call to schedule a meeting. All clinic forms are available HERE. Inhalers and epi pens that are carried by the student must have forms completed by their physician.

Website: https://www.bryan.k12.ga.us/o/RHHS
Location: 1 Wildcat Drive, Richmond Hill, GA, USA
Phone: 912-459-5151
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/richmondhillhigh
Twitter: @RichmondHill_HS