Rock Hill Review

November 17th, 2024

A Minute with Mouton

Rock Nation,

I hope this message finds you refreshed and energized after a wonderful weekend. As we approach the Thanksgiving break, I want to express my THANKS to each of you for your support of our school.

Your enthusiasm, whether through volunteering, attending events, or simply being a positive presence, is the heartbeat of Rock Hill High. Your dedication to our shared goals and vision of ICSEEU does not go unnoticed, and I am thankful for the unity that defines our community. Together, we can proudly say, "Rock Hill, Rock Solid!"

Each of you plays a crucial role in creating a positive, enriching environment for our students. Your support ensures Rock Hill High continues to be a place where students learn, grow, and excel. As we celebrate our collective achievements and the exceptional community we've built, I encourage you to take a moment to reflect on the impact you have made. Enjoy the well deserved Thanksgiving break with loved ones, and return ready to continue our journey of excellence.

Thank you for all that you do. Your support is the cornerstone of our success.

To further show how special Rock Hill is I wanted to send a special shout-out to our amazing Blue Hawk Band! Your willingness to step up and support PHS during their playoff game last Friday, when their band couldn't be there, shows the true meaning of sportsmanship and community spirit. You represented Rock Hill with class and showed that being a Blue Hawk means supporting others when they need it most. We're incredibly proud of how you've demonstrated leadership and goodwill beyond our own stands!

Rock Hill, Rock Solid!

Mouton

Empowering and Equipping Educators

October Star Polishers

Our October Star Polishers are Mrs. Sarah Meucci and Mrs. Lisa Shirley!

We are incredibly grateful for the passion and dedication both of these amazing women bring to The Hill each day. Thank you for making a difference, Mrs. Meucci and Mrs. Shirley!

Thank you to Prosper Education Foundation for sponsoring our monthly Star Polisher Recognition.

Innovative Learning

Rock Solid Highlight

Tiffany Henshel and Alex Gallagher’s English 3 students picked a documentary to analyze. Students researched the author’s message, techniques the directors used to convey the argument, and the impact on the audience. After researching, students worked in partners and groups to create a presentation. They chose to present in person or video recording, using a slide presentation to share with their classmates. This is a true example of teachers providing student choice to raise engagement.

Academics

ADVANCED ACADEMICS NEWSLETTER

NO CHROMEBOOK CHECK OUTS

Due to the upcoming STAAR tests, the library will not be checking out temporary Chromebooks starting Thursday, November 21st. We will resume Chromebook checkouts on December 11th. Please make sure you are coming to school with a charged district device so you can keep up with all of your classwork.

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Fine Arts

"The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" -- Rock Hill Theatre's HIT COMEDY MUSICAL (not actually a spelling bee) is performing December 6 and 7! Shows will be at 6:30 on Friday, December 6, and there will be a matinee performance at 1:00 and an evening performance at 6:30 on Saturday December 7. You have three chances to see this hilarious musical, so take advantage! Tickets are $5 and can be purchased online or at the door.

CTE

Last Saturday, Hill Top News was named National Scholastic Press Association Pacemakers. ONE of only four in the nation. The NSPA Pacemaker is the Pulitzer Prize for high school journalism. Please join us in celebrating these journalists: Aiden Richmond, Aliyana Sanchez, Brian Telles, Cambria Hess, Daya Varughese, Emma Runge, Maxwell Lee, Ricardo Yanez, Samantha Mitchell, Samhita Bapanapalli, Tashvi Pasupulati, and Yurem Ramirez

STUDENT ENGAGEMENT

There are so many fun groups and clubs to explore! Check out what's going on this week!

Campus leadership and Prosper ISD Parent Ambassadors are excited to offer campus tours for parents, grandparents, and community members. Come connect with our school communities and discover all the amazing things happening in Prosper ISD. Space is limited. Sign up here.

The Rock Hill Innovation Lab is hosting a fuse bead keychain make-and-take November 18-21 during SOAR Time. Spots are limited, sign up today! Stop by the library desk or Innovation Lab for more information.

Community Engagement

Upcoming Events

The National Art Honor Society invites YOU to come paint pottery with us on December 14th from 9:00-2:00 in art room 1303! We will have a variety of pottery for you to choose from including ornaments, bowls, plates, spoon rests, and more! Designs start at just $5. All items will be food safe and can be picked up by December 18th. Come make some wonderful gifts and keepsakes! RSVP if possible, but it is not required for you to attend!!

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CCMR Readiness Information Meeting

Families are invited to join us for an exciting presentation where we will share a comprehensive overview of the many opportunities available to students in Prosper ISD, all designed to prepare them for college, career, and military readiness. This presentation will give students and families a clear understanding of the vast resources our district offers to support their future success.

Our commitment is to provide students with diverse pathways that align with their unique goals, helping them thrive in whatever they choose to pursue. We encourage all 6th-8th grade families to attend and discover how these opportunities can help students maximize their potential and achieve success.

MORE INFORMATION

Rock Hill FFA is excited to invite clubs, organizations, and small businesses to participate in the 1st Annual Blue Hawk Market on March 8th, 2025. This event promises to be a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together, and we would love to have your involvement as a vendor or guest. This is a chance for your organization to sell products for fundraising, to offer a fun activity as a community service (face painting, etc.) or to just educate and inform our community about your organization.

To register, please scan the QR code on the attached flyer. If you are part of a club or organization at RHHS, you will not need to pay booth rent, which is a great way to showcase your activities without any cost.

Please note that the last day to register as a vendor is December 18th, 2024.

Thank you for considering this opportunity, and I hope to see you at the Blue Hawk Market!

Clubs and Organizations

The Rock Hill Black Student Union has teamed up with Toys for Tots to host a toy drive at Rock Hill High School. Please donate toys valued at $15 or more to support this worthy cause! Toys for Tots is an organization that depends on our help to provide gifts to thousands of children across Collin County. Students of all grades are invited to participate in this BSU-sponsored event. The toy drive will run from November 12 to December 12. Drop-off boxes are available in all House Offices and the front office. Let’s help make a child’s Christmas brighter!

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Athletics

Student Council

For our thanksgiving teacher luncheon we would love for our student body to express their gratitude to our wonderful staff! Please fill out the form below by the 17th of November. Be mindful of what you say and keep it school appropriate. Thank you.

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Student Council is hosting a stocking stuffer drive from now until November 22nd. Donate new toys under $15 for all kid ages for those in need. Take donations to Mrs. Johnson's room 1105 or Ms. Garcia's room 2210. Stocking stuffers must be small enough to fit in a stocking.

Class of 2025

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Rock Hill PTO

Spirit Night - November 19 - Pickleman's

It’s a busy time of the year! Make plans to stop by Pickleman’s on 380 near Hardin on Tuesday, November 19, before or after your evening activities. You’ll get a yummy meal that you don’t have to prepare! The PTO receives a percentage of the sales to help us support Rock Hill students and staff!

Spirit Blankets

Thank you to everyone who pre-ordered a Rock Hill Spirit Blanket! We have an estimate from our vendor that the orders will be to us shortly after Thanksgiving. Once the items have been received from our vendor, we will reach out to make arrangements for delivery or pick up, depending on whether your purchase is intended to be a surprise/gift for your student. Also - we were able to order a few extra blankets, so if you missed the pre-order, you can still order while supplies last!!!

Staff Holiday Gift Card Drive

Our annual staff holiday gift card drive will kick off on December 1. During the Staff Holiday Luncheon, each staff member will receive a $25 gift card! We are asking families to donate to cover the cost to purchase each of these. The drive will end when we have enough donations to cover ALL of the Rock Hill & DAEP staff members. We are including the DAEP staff again this year, as the PTOs in the district are taking turns supporting this group.

*** When you donate to cover the gift cards, you will be able to select the respective grade for your student(s.) We will have a friendly competition between grades to see which class helps us reach the goal first. *** Stay tuned for the link to donate beginning December 1.

Soaring Senior Tiles

The senior tiles are starting to arrive and are being added to the Soaring Seniors hallway! We will send a photo of your senior's tile once it has been placed. There is still plenty of room for more tiles! As a reminder, for only $25, your senior's personalized tile will be displayed throughout the year in the Soaring Seniors hallway. At the end of the school year, seniors will receive their tiles to take home as a keepsake. In case you missed it, ALL proceeds from the sale of the tiles will be utilized for senior activities!

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