RRHS Update - Week of 8/14/23
THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR!
First Day of School - August 24th
As we begin the 10th year at RRHS, the faculty and staff remain committed to providing the very best for our Phoenix! We look forward to a renewed committed on parent partnerships and student achievement paired with mental health and wellness at the core.
Each Sunday morning, a SMORE will arrive from RRHS detailing the upcoming week and critical events. If there are questions or concerns, never hesitate to reach out!
SCHOOL SUPPLIES
Please note - RRHS is committed to partnering with parents and working with students to improve executive functioning/organization. Agenda will be provided for each student to start the school year!
FRESHMEN - NEW CHROMEBOOKS?!
Tech Help Needed?
KEY DATES!
AUGUST 18th - FLIGHT DAY (Open House) - 9:00-12:00
ALL STUDENTS - Come meet your teachers and walk your schedule!
AUGUST 21st
Freshman Orientation Day
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Who: Freshman Students & Parents
We hope you and your freshman will join us to receive all of the information you need to be successful DAY ONE.
There will be a session for Parents to learn more about Rock Ridge as well as helpful tips for navigating your child’s first year in high school. There will be an opportunity to buy gear from the Phoenix Peak, join our PTSO and get fully prepared for a great year!
The event will begin at 9:00 am in the school Auditorium doors open at 8:30 for early arrivals (recommended).
AUGUST 24th
First Day of School - A Day!
SEPTEMBER 7th
Back to School Night!
SEPTEMBER 8th - FIRST TAILGATE - TROPICAL OUT- 5:15-6:45
Come out to the tailgate before the football game for some face painting, sign making, lawn games and spirit giveaways. Be sure to dress in your best Tropical Attire!
THE RRHS WEBSITE AND RESOURCES
Our website provides complete information for RRHS - including ParentVue and StudentVue direct links.
Please note the new start times for school and the renewed focus on on-time behaviors and accountability.
Please note the complete A/B day schedule.
These links each have summary links for valuable resources!
COUNSELING AND CAREER CENTER NEWS!
CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE SCHOOL COUNSELNG SITE!
Schedules
Schedules will go live on Monday through Parent/StudentVue. Please remember that the deadline to change courses was last Spring. We have built the school schedule based on student requests. At this time there are not options for changes as classes and staffing were based on requests. So please understand, when we are not able to honor a late request for a course change.
Schoolinks
Schoolinks is the new software program LCPS has for college and career readiness. On August 17th there is a Schoolinks information presentation for parents from 6-8pm at Independence High School. The High School pertinent information is from 7-8pm. This workshop is for all LCPS parents so it may be a challenge with traffic. Please plan ahead if you are attending.
Onboarding for Schoolinks- Students and parents this is your homework to complete ASAP. Schoolinks is accessed through LCPS Go. Please have your student complete the following. Doing this will jumpstart your students progress!!!
· Student Logins
· Guardian Logins
· Have at Least One Guardian Join
· Complete the “Find the Path” Assessment
· Complete the “Learning Style” Assessment
Seniors
Common App is open for this year!!! Please sent up your account NOW!!!
After setting up your Common App account. Set up your Schoolinks account.
From there counselors will walk students through:
· How to link your Common App and Schoolinks
· How to add colleges and make transcript request
· Please note do not make teacher letters of recommendation request through Common App. We will be using Schoolinks for letters of recommendation.
We will work with seniors through their senior meetings and send out more information on using Schoolinks.
Seniors if you signed up for “College Jumpstart” remember it is Tuesday, at 1pm.
THIS WEEK IN ATHLETICS!
Monday, August 14th
Golf vs Tuscarora HS @ South Riding Golf Course; 2:30pm Tee Time
Tuesday, August 15th
Volleyball vs Woodgrove HS 9/JV @5:45pm; Varsity @7:00pm (Scrimmage)
Wednesday, August 16th
Volleyball vs Patriot HS 9/JV @5:45pm; Varsity @7:00pm (Scrimmage)
Thursday, August 17th
Varsity Football vs TJHS @6:00pm (Scrimmage)
Field Hockey @ Justice HS @6:00pm (Scrimmage) Bus leaves at 4:00pm
HEY SENIORS! PAINT YOUR PARKING SPOT!
SENIOR PAINTED PARKING STARTS MONDAY!
Seniors may now reserve their parking spot for the whole year by painting their spot. Monday, August 14 is the first day and will happen rain or shine. There is no county parking fee this year, and this is the ONLY way for seniors to have a reserved spot. This is only available for seniors. Seniors can get their design approved and pick a spot and come back a different day to paint.
Please make sure you complete ALL of the steps below in order to be able to choose & paint your spot.
- Design your spot and fill in the attached parking spot form here. This form must be printed and complete in order for you to pick your spot. You must hand draw the design on the paper.
- Pay $40 online, or bring cash or check with you to one of the painting days. You can pay online here.
PLEASE NOTE: Buying online does NOT reserve your spot- spots will only be reserved on a first come, first served basis at school - Check in at the SCA table in the front of the school and turn in your form/get your design approved. Once approved, choose your parking spot.
- Paint your spot during the dates below!
DATES:
August 14th– 1:00 PM- 4:00 PM
August 15th– 11:00 AM-4:00 PM
August 16th– 11:00 AM-2:00 PM
August 17th– 12:00 PM-3:00 PM
August 18th– 12:00 PM-3:00 PM
August 22nd–11:00 AM-2:00 PM
If you have any questions, please email michelle.prince@lcps.org.
MATH SUMMER ASSIGNMENTS
Are you planning to learn Algebra 2/Trig, PreCalculus, AP PreCalculus, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, or AP Statistics this year? Please be sure to spend some time completing the practice assignment posted to the Rock Ridge Math Department’s website here: https://www.lcps.org/Page/236635. The skills included in these pages are prerequisites for success in these courses. After getting some rest and relaxation this summer, start the year off strong and prepared!
PARKING INFORMATION
The LCHS School Safety Officers (Security Officers) are preparing the online Permission Click form to obtain information from eligible student drivers to secure a parking permit for the 2022-2023 school year. LCPS has waived the parking fee for this school year, so the existing parking forms require amendment to reflect this change.
Please look for more information shortly!
FROM OUR PTSO!
The PTSO is thrilled to welcome new and existing students and families.
The 2023/2024 PTSO Board consists of four returning parents but we are still looking to have more parents join our board! We would love to have new ideas to make this year a great success for all involved.
START REGISTERING for our 9/10 run @ RRHS with BEST RUNNERS
· BEST RUNNERS- RUN FOR SCHOOL will be helping us raise funds.
· Rock Ridge would be receiving an additional $1,000 when we have 50+ registrations!
· See the attached flyer for more information
GENERAL MEETING SCHEDULE:
· General PTSO meetings will be held every two (2) months this school year starting September.
· Meeting months are as follows; September, November, January, March and May
WHY GET INVOLVED?
· CHILDREN BENEFIT - Research shows children perform better when families are engaged in education both at home and school
· ROCK RIDGE BENEFITS - The PTSO provides support for teachers, administration and students
· MAKE CONNECTIONS - Get to know teachers, staff better and other families!
· IT'S GOOD FOR YOU - Volunteering is rewarding while allowing you to contribute your skills and knowledge for your child's school!
MEMBERSHIP & FUNDRAISING DRIVE
- Family / Student membership: $35
- Teacher / Staff Membership: $10
Be on the lookout for membership info and the chance to connect with the PTSO Board!
LCPS FIRST DAY!
Beginning at 8 a.m. on Monday, August 14th, please sign into ParentVUE to complete the Online Verification process as part of Loudoun County Public Schools’ First Day of School Information initiative. This process is required for all families to review and update important information about their students as we begin the 2022-23 school year, and must be completed no later than Friday, September 23. Once completed, you will be able to view student schedules and bus information in ParentVUE.
If you do not have a ParentVUE account, please contact the school of any of your students to request an Activation Letter.
For more information about this Online Verification process, along with FAQs about the First Day of School, please visit: www.lcps.org/FirstDay.
MATH PREP - START STRONG!
Are you planning to learn Algebra 2/Trig, PreCalculus, AP PreCalculus, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, or AP Statistics this year? Please be sure to spend some time completing the practice assignment posted to the Rock Ridge Math Department’s website here: https://www.lcps.org/Page/236635. The skills included in these pages are prerequisites for success in these courses. After getting some rest and relaxation this summer, start the year off strong and prepared!
GET YOUR GEAR AT THE PEAK!
The Phoenix Peak, our Rock Ridge school store, is celebrating Back-to-School with 50% off all apparel now through August 31st. Hours of operation are 9:00am to 9:20am each school day, room 1306. The store will be open Flight Day and Freshman Orientation as well. Forms of payment include Mastercard, Visa, check and cash.