Ranger Roundup

Graduation Day is May 28th at Ranger Stadium. We are coming 'Home" for NRHS' 100th Commencement! We hope the entire NR community will join us in celebrating our graduates this year, and every year, moving forward. Let's make Graduation Day a Community Celebration every year, beginning this year. Break out the grilles, set up the driveway, post signs and balloons - whatever - but let's celebrate!

We will be sharing lots of info with our senior families, beginning, like, now, and will keep everyone else informed as the big day approaches.

If you live in any of our many neighborhoods/developments in NR and would like to take the lead in getting a Grad Day display posted at your entrance, let us know. Email me :

mailto:josephmueller@nrcs.net

Stay tuned!

Beginning with the 2025-2026 school year, Mrs. Meghan Hignite will be stepping into the role of Principal at North Ridgeville High School. Many of you may already know Mrs. Hignite, as she has served as one of our Assistant Principals for the past two years, forming strong relationships with students, staff, and families alike.

Prior to joining North Ridgeville City Schools, Mrs. Hignite spent ten years as a Social Studies teacher at Fairview Park High School. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from Mercyhurst University, a Master of Education from John Carroll University, and a Principal Licensure from Cleveland State University.

What or who inspired you to become an educator?

I was very lucky to be raised by educators. My mom is a retired paraprofessional and my dad is a retired school administrator. They ignited my passion for all things education, showing me the profound joy of working with students everyday, and they continue to be my biggest cheerleaders for my own education career. Not only that, but I had teachers in my life that had a profound impact on who I am today, and if I can have even half the impact on students that they had on me, I would measure myself successful.

What are you most excited for in this new role?
Ranger Nation is filled with incredible people (students and staff alike), and I am so lucky to get to work with them every single day. NRHS has a very exciting future ahead, and am eager to build on the relationships I have built over the last several years to ensure we continue to shine bright.

Do you have a favorite quote or motto you live by?

Actress Lily Tomlin is credited with saying "I always wondered why somebody doesn't do something about that. Then I realized, I was somebody."

This quote has always stuck with me because as a leader, I strive to be that "somebody."

See the schedule below for the 2025 Calendar (or click here for a PDF version).

Please plan ahead! See your teachers/counselors if you have any questions.

In recent years, Alumni affairs have been managed by the NRHS Academic Recognition Committee (ARC). They have handled matters in a very caring way. Arc has returned the program to the school, and we thank them for their years of dedicated service.

Now, based on our legacy and growth, we are seeking to develop and sustain a permanent NRHS Alumni Association. As in communities throughout the country and across generations, NRHS hold a special place in the lives and hearts of Ranger Alumni.

We would like to invite any and all Ranger Alumni to participate, in any way, with this initiative.

I you would like to lead, follow, join or share contacts or other information that will help, please contact Brooke Roshong, Community Relations at:

mailto:brookeroshong@nrcs.net

Thank you! Go Rangers!

JUNIORS:

• Junior parents: join us for our College Planning 101 Information Night! Wednesday, April 23rd at 6:30 pm in the NRHS Media Center. NRHS Counselors will present information on the college application process and a timeline for senior year. Before you know it, your senior will be applying to colleges! Let us help you navigate this exciting time!

• The OAC (Ohio Athletic Conference) is coming to visit! Representatives from Baldwin Wallace, Capital, Heidelberg, John Carroll, Marietta, Mount Union, Muskingum, Ohio Northern, Otterbein, and Wilmington College are coming to present about opportunities on their campuses and answer any questions you may have! The discussion will be on May 21st at 9:00. Sign up here:

• Counselors are currently meeting with all juniors for their Junior Meeting. During this meeting, counselors will electronically share a personalized graduation plan document with each student. We will talk about requirements, how to get help, and future plans! Parents please ask your student to show you the document–students can use this to plan course requests and keep track as they meet requirements.

SENIORS:

• As you begin to receive acceptance letters and make your final decisions for next year, please remember to update Schoolinks. We look forward to seeing all the ‘Places You Will Go’!

Last Name A-D: Nikki Roth nicoleroth@nrcs.net

Last Name E-L: Amber Hunker amberhunker@nrcs.net

Last Name M-R: Lora Baker lorabaker@nrcs.net

Last Name S-Z: Amy Sherman amysherman@nrcs.net

Deadline to register:
K-6: May 23, 2025
7-12: June 10, 2025

Please read the brochure thoroughly for all course, payment, and scheduling information.

https://www.nrcs.net/about-us/district-news/district-post-details/~board/district-posts/post/summer-school-2025

As you may already know, building our social-emotional learning skills is an essential goal for our schools. In December 2024, students in grades 3-12 took the Fall Student Competency and Wellbeing Survey.

We will ask your child to take the survey again in May to ensure the programming was effective. The survey should take no more than 10 minutes to complete. NRHS students will participate in this survey on May 1st.

For more information, please click here.

Spring Sports are well underway!

The weather has not always cooperated so far this season, but the Ranger Baseball & Softball teams each only have 1 loss on the season. Tennis has only had 2 matches so far, and our track teams are off to a fast start!

For most up-to-date athletics information, visit the Ranger Athletics webpage.

Are there any NRHS staff members that you would like to recognize for their great work?

Consider completing the Staff Shout-Out form!