RCHS Counselor's Corner
Monthly Newsletter January 2025
Important Dates!
1/13: Bulldog Review
1/14: Summers presentation for course selections
1/14: Senior Cap and Gown yearbook photos (last opportunity for yearbook)
1/15: Baley presentation for course selections
1/20: NO SCHOOL, Martin Luther King Jr. Day
1/27: 3 week grading report
RCHS Info.
Hello 2025!
We are excited to get back with our students and get the busy Spring semester started!
We are still meeting with our juniors, sophomores, and freshman to discuss course selections for the 25-26 school year. You can find information about what classes we offer, programs of study, and other answers to some questions you may have. As we wrap up the first semester, remember that all grades are calculated into your semester average and added on your transcript. An updated GPA and class rank will be available by end of January for seniors/juniors. https://www.rcisd.org/o/rchs/page/academic-planning-page
Also, don't forget we have a Facebook Page!
As always, we are here to support our students, please reach out we can help!
ZAP nights @ RCHS
This is a great intervention for students that are struggling with turning in work and getting assignments completed in class.
If you are wanting your student signed up for this, reach out to their teacher.
Thursdays from 3:45-5:45 in the library
Tutoring opportunities
Students have the opportunity to receive tutoring during Bulldog Block Tuesday and Thursdays from our National Honor Society students. Students may request in help all subject areas through Minga app.
Tutorials are also offered before and after school. Please see schedule for more details.
METHODS FOR STUDENT REPORTING-See something, say something.
Use the QR code on the back of any student ID to send a message directly to principals
Report to Crimestoppers or Bulldog Watch-Information located on the back of STUDENT ID
Utilize What's Up RCISD to report questions and concerns to RCISD administrators
CCMR Resources
Build prep into your routine until it's second nature.
Get an SAT question—with detailed answer explanations—in your inbox every day.
Help with FAFSA @ RCHS
Email or call for help on the FASFA process and/or questions
TEXAS FIRST DIPLOMA PROGRAM
After the 2022-2023 school year, the school must provide TFD notice upon student’s initial enrollment in high school, specifically listing the requirement that the student is responsible for providing an official copy of their assessment results and transcripts. More information can be found on the following resource pages:
THECB TFD Webpage THECB FAQ Sheet: English Spanish
19 TAC §21.52 Eligibility for Texas First Diploma
Mental Health Resources
Parent Resources on Social Media Use
The American Academy of Pediatrics offers a variety of parent resources for how to set up parameters for social media use among children and adolescents. Resources include a Glossary of Terms, Conversation Starters, Q&A portal, Family Tip Sheets, and Downloadable & Printable Activities for building good social media habits.
Contact your Counselor
Alpha House (A-Co) Kim Combest
Beta House (Cr-He) Leah Wright
Gamma House (Hi-Mi) Charline Hoevers
Delta House (Mj-R) Shannon (Lacy) Murphree
Kappa House (S-Z) Lori (Kristi) Davis
Sigma House (Associates or P-tech) Tracy Glick
Student Support Counselor Matt Wheatley
Student Support Counselor Tiffany Goff
Lead Counselor Kathy Blann