The Renaissance Times

Monday, January 20 - No School

Friday, January 24 - End of Term 2

Monday, January 27 - No School, Teacher In-Service

Tuesday, January 28 - Start of Term 3

District Calendar

Day School Important Events

GEDO 2 Program Important Events

Daily Schedule

All dates subject to change

• Riot always finds ways to help others and truly cares for the wellbeing of our students. They usually have kind words to say, and a smile on their face each day.

• Excused Absences: All illness-related or parent-excused absences must be reported by calling or emailing the main office within 48 hours of the student's return to school.

• Doctor or Appointment Notes: These must be submitted to the main office within 48 hours of the student’s return. Notes submitted after this timeframe will not be accepted.

Thank you for your cooperation in keeping attendance records accurate.

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs during certain seasons of the year, mostly in fall and winter. It is believed that the lack of daylight triggers a chemical change in the brain and can lead to depressive symptoms. If you think you or your student may be depressed, please see a healthcare provider for help.

Symptoms to look out for:

• Loss of interest and pleasure; social withdrawal.

• Irritability and feeling anxious

• Feelings of guilt of hopelessness

• Increased sleep paired with daytime fatigue

• Trouble thinking clearly or focusing

• Craving sweets or carbohydrates

• Physical symptoms such as headaches

Ideas to Help Manage Symptoms:

• Increase your exposure to natural light and/or a light therapy box

• Eat balanced meals that incorporate vitamin D-rich foods like salmon, eggs, and mushrooms

• Exercise for at least an hour per week

• Connect with family and friends

• Talk to a mental health professional

www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/seasonal-affective-disorder

All juniors are required to participate in a junior conference with the school counselor. Conferences will be held through the rest of the month of January. Students will meet 1:1 with the counselor to discuss planning the rest of their high school academics, and what they plan to do after graduation. The mission of the RCA ensures that all students are prepared to leave our school with an individualized plan - junior conferencing supports that! If you have any questions, please reach out to Ms. Geri Muller - School Counselor at geri.muller@rfsd.k12.wi.

• American Legion Scholarships
• CVTC Scholarship - Apply until September 19
• Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) - Application open now
• Local Scholarships - Apply starting February 1
• Security Financial Bank - Apply by March 1
• St. Croix Valley Foundation Scholarships - Apply January 1 - March 31
• Wisconsin Rural Opportunities Foundation Scholarship - Apply January 6 - March 7

Important Graduation Information:

• Cap & Gown Ordering
• Please use the above link to order the cap and gown.
• A $10 late fee will be applied to all orders after Nov 8th
• Senior Pictures Due by Dec 1, 2024
• Cap & Gown Delivery - Caps and Gowns will delivered from RFHS sometime in April.
• Senior Class Party Memory Boards
• Graduation - Sunday, June 1st at 1:00pm
• Date subject to change
• Fees: All fees must be paid before graduation. Check the “Fees” tab in Infinite Campus. A fee statement will be emailed during Terms 3 and 4.

To report an absence, please use one of the following methods:

• Infinite Campus Parent Portal
• Call the main office: 715-425-7687
• Email the front office: jill.dexheimer@rfsd.k12.wi.us

Important Notes:

• Absence requests submitted via Infinite Campus require a minimum of 1 hour for processing.
• If you need to enter an absence or an early release within an hour of the required time, please call the office directly at 715-425-7687.

Illness-Excused Absences

• Students are allowed four (4) illness-excused absences per semester (two semesters per school year).
• If a student is sent home due to illness, one illness-excused absence will be used.
• Once all four illness-excused absences are used, parent-excused absences will be applied, if available.
• Families will receive a notification when all four illness-excused absences have been used in a semester.
• Starting Semester 2 - January 28: All illness excused absences must be reported to the main office within 48 hours of the student's return to school to be applied.

Parent-Excused Absences

• Each student has ten (10) parent-excused absences per school year, which can be used for illness, vacation, or other reasons.
• Once parent-excused absences are exhausted, truancy laws may apply.
• Families will be notified when all ten parent-excused absences have been used.

• All parent-excused absences must be reported to the main office within 48 hours of the student's return to school to be applied.

Appointments and Documentation

• If an appointment requires missing more than half of the school day, a doctor’s note is required for the full day to be excused.
• If no doctor’s note is provided, a parent-excused absence will be used.

• Starting Semester 2 - January 28: All doctor's notes need to be given to the main office within 48 hours of the student's return to school to be accepted.

  
  

Unexcused Absences and Truancy

• Students not reported as absent or who have exhausted their excused absences will receive an unexcused absence.
• Consequences for unexcused absences:
  • First four unexcused absences: Student receives an unexcused absence and a detention.
  • Five or more unexcused absences: Student is subject to truancy laws and may be referred to the municipal court or the county of residence.
• Families will be notified when a student has two (2) and four (4) unexcused absences.

Please feel free to contact the office with any questions or concerns regarding attendance policies.

Infinite Campus Parent/Student Portal

Schoology Parent/Student Login

EduTrak Lunch Account Login

Food Service General Information

Food Service Welcome Back Letter - Free and reduced lunch info contained

• Carta de bienvenida del servicio de alimentos - Información sobre almuerzos gratuitos y reducidos.

Bus Information

Student Accident Insurance Plan

Student Handbook

• Manual del estudiante

Work Permit Information

River Falls School District Annual Notices

Regional Jobs Board