Hello Ridgeline Families-- Something I never take for granted is having the privilege of working in a new school that has windows in nearly every room that provide beautiful sunlight and amazing views of the mountains and hills that surround our valley. I’m drafting my email today in Mrs. Ferguson’s classroom in the B-wing with North facing windows. Today, under clear blue skies I can see Mt. Spokane topped with snow.
Ridgeline High School is the product of a supportive community who saw a need to provide the appropriate space necessary for all of our Central Valley high school students. As we optimistically await the final results of the Levy, it reaffirms my role as a steward of this facility, our resources, and the important service we provide to our students and families. As a tax-payer myself, I get it. It pains me to pay my property tax bill every year. A couple of things I think about, in regard to the portion that goes to schools, helps give me perspective. First, it is true that it is an investment in our most important commodity, our children. That matters a great deal to me. Second, in my role as principal, I can have a positive impact on how those resources are utilized. Finally, I put myself into any parent or community members shoes and consider how they might be thinking, and ask, “am I doing my best in service of the stakeholders who I am responsible for?”. The product and service we provide should be something to be proud of and to promote a high degree of confidence. When the Ridgeline Staff comes to work they know that our own mission is at the heart of what we do. Promote a sense of Belonging. Ignite a spark and Inspire the desire to learn. Build a foundation and foster experiences where all students can Grow into adults we want to live and work in our community tomorrow.
I noticed my message is getting long and I haven’t even got to my highlights yet! Thank you for reading this message.
What a great night we had last Saturday with the winter formal dance. We had about 600 students and guests who showed up looking good and ready to have some fun. Everyone was great during the dance and you had to try hard not to have fun with so many friends and classmates around you!
On Monday, we celebrated six seniors who are heading to college and planning to play a sport at their respective schools. We had students representing multiple sports, including Owen, who will be swimming for Kenyon College.
This week has been a roller-coaster ride for our boys and girls basketball teams who both will battle on Saturday to earn a bid to state! We sent Tyson and Preston to Tacoma for wrestling and wish them luck!
Our connection week was fun and highlighted by staff handing out Hershey Kisses to students as they arrived at school Valentine’s morning.
You really don’t want to miss the rest of the many cool things happening, so take a skim over today’s Flyer.
We have powder-puff football updates, important ATTENDANCE reminders, and a preview our community-wide SHOP LOCO opportunities for the month of March!
Enjoy the sunshine while you can, make it a great weekend! –Mr. Hardt
Ready, set, GO!
SHOP LOCO starts MARCH 1ST!
Everyone wins when we shop, eat, visit, play local!
Calling all "Loco" businesses!
Join us in celebrating our Verde Loco spirit month- all of MARCH! We want to send our Falcon Families to your business so they can "Shop Loco!" Be a part by offering a special deal, menu item or donation to RHS students and families, during this community event!
Contact rhsverdeloco@gmail.com to jump in get loco! Sticker clings, and social media posts, for all participating businesses! Don't miss out!
Student Course Requests for the 2024-2025 Scheduling starts February 20th in Advisory.
Please attend for all the information! Course Requests will be open on PowerSchool from the 20th to the 27th. Remember, choosing courses can only be completed through the student's PowerSchool on a laptop or PC, no mobile devices.
To see the entire process go to the RHS website under Counseling ->Register for Classes.
Link: https://rhs.cvsd.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=1756319&type=d&pREC_ID=1938045
Running Start: MANDATORY MEETING for NEW Running Start Students and Parents/Guardians
Last month, on January 24, Ridgeline hosted a virtual Running Start/Dual Credit meeting in which we provided a brief survey of dual credit options in Advanced Placement (AP) and Running Start options for the Community Colleges of Spokane (CCS) and Eastern Washington University (EWU). With both the CCS and EWU Running Start applications now open, we turn our attention to registering interested new students for the program. To that end, we will host a MANDATORY MEETING on Wednesday, February 21, at 6:00 PM in the Ridgeline Theater. If your student will be new to the Running Start program, please plan to attend this meeting with your student, as we will more deeply explore the program, its finer details, and the responsibilities associated with participation. Please Note: student and parent/guardian participation is required before your student’s counselor will sign-off on the applications’ counselor forms. If you have questions, please contact Mr. Spraggins (bspraggins@cvsd.org), Ms. Fuller (afuller@cvsd.org), or Ms. Plaster (kplaster@cvsd.org).
Come out to support our Girls Basketball game!
Alright team…here we go!
Congratulations to the Girls Basketball team on their 55-32 victory over Ferris last night. Madi Crowley led the Falcons with 18 points and Emma Myers set the tone with some impeccable defense on one of the league's leading scorers. Up next is U-High on Saturday at 1pm, for a trip to state.
Please come out, pack the stands and show your support. Shout out to the best band in the land, and those that showed up to cheer us on. We couldn’t have done it without you. Hope to see you all Saturday!
Red Rock Property Management is donating pizzas for students to enjoy before the game at 12:00 noon in the commons!
First 50 students get admission paid by the booster club!
Let’s pack the house!
AP Studio Art
Do you love making art? Are you going to study art in college or pursue a career in the arts? Then AP Studio Art may be the class for you! Beginning next year, AP Studio Art will be offered here at Ridgeline High School. AP Studio Art is a yearlong class where you can receive college credit by submitting an art portfolio of your original artworks to the AP College Board for evaluation. For more information scan the QR code! You can sign up during registration soon. See Mr. Genther with questions.
Congratulations Falcons!
Congratulation's to this great group of Falcons as they take the next steps in their academic and athletic careers. We’re proud to call them Falcons and can’t wait to follow them on their next journey. Talons Up!
Deakon Sell – Central Washington University - Football
Preslie Young - Univ. of Northern Colorado - Soccer
Caden Thompson - Gonzaga University - Soccer
Ruby Bryntesen - St. Martin’s University - Cross Country
Landen Quesnell - Rocky Mountain College – Football
Owen Gingras – Kenyon College – Swimming
Nate Fitzpatrick – Spokane Falls CC - Baseball
Interesting in playing Unified Pickleball?
Registration starts February 20th for Coed Unified Pickleball. This is all new!
When April and May. Thursday Practices
Where RHS gym
Who Students with and without intellectual disabilities
Cost Free
Practices will be on Thursdays 2:20-4:00 starting April 11th. We are hoping we can pick up some matches against other schools. More info to come.
Registration closes April 11th.
Email Miranda Lasz with questions. mlasz@cvsd.org
AP US History
Students in AP U.S. History learned about the horrors and realities of trench warfare in WWI by examining models of the trenches made in cake. These cakes illustrated the impacts of modern industrialized warfare and the human costs of WWI.
Mrs. Teske's 5th period students: Sierra Tate, Quincy Coder, Reagan Platner, Caitlin Sachtjen, Kate Sheneman, Elliott Edminster, Hayden Price, Warrick Duarte, Ysabelle Witcher, Karmin Ely
Ridgeline STEM Camp for 5th-8th Graders
Ridgeline High School HOSA chapter is offering a science camp that will be held on Saturday, February 24th from 9 am to 11 am. This camp will be a great opportunity for the students to get hands-on experience to learn about the human body. During the 2-hour experience, students will be led through various activities. These are the activities that the students will experience during the camp.
STEM activities for the camp
Laparoscopic surgery simulation
Learning how to suture (stitches) tissue
DNA extraction and gel electrophoresis
Taking vitals including heart rate and blood pressure
Stop the bleed simulation
This STEM camp will be provided by the Ridgeline HOSA chapter. This camp will be a great opportunity for your student to experience the opportunities offered in the Biomed classes at Ridgeline high school as well as support the HOSA chapter.
Please print and bring Minor Participation Form
Youth Softball Skills Camp
Short and Sweet Announcement: 🥎 Join us at Ridgeline High School for an exciting Softball Skills Camp! From April 13 to May 3, sharpen your skills, meet new friends, and have a blast on the field. Register now!
Engaging Call to Action: 📣 Calling all softball enthusiasts! Don't miss out on the opportunity to enhance your game at Ridgeline High School's Softball Skills Camp. Join us from April 13 to May 3 for intensive training, expert coaching, and lots of fun! Register today and let's hit it out of the park together!
Visual Appeal: 🥎 Batter up! Ridgeline High School invites you to our Softball Skills Camp, where players of all levels can refine their techniques and build lasting friendships. From April 13 to May 3, let's gear up for an unforgettable experience on the diamond. Register now and swing for the fences!
Highlighting Benefits: 🌟 Unlock your potential on the softball field with Ridgeline High School's Skills Camp! From mastering pitching techniques to honing batting skills, our expert coaches are here to guide you every step of the way. Join us from April 13 to May 3 and step into a world of growth, camaraderie, and endless possibilities. Sign up today!
Urgency-driven Message: ⏰ Time to step up your game! Ridgeline High School's Softball Skills Camp is just around the corner, running from April 13 to May 2. Limited spots available! Secure your spot now and get ready to elevate your skills with top-notch coaching and unmatched enthusiasm. Don't wait, register today!
RHS Poetry Club- open mic opportunity!
Open Mic Opportunity! Please join our Ridgeline Poetry Club at Boco Pop on March 1st at 6:30 to share and hear some amazing spoken word poetry.
Our 3rd annual poetry slam will take place on March 14, come join the poetry club after school on Tuesdays in the library to learn more.
Hey Falcons! Have you heard about our PowderPuff football game? 🏈📣
Join us on March 5th from 6-8pm for a FREE community event! We will have food for purchase, too! Come out and cheer on our Falcons!
Make sure to register on final forms today!
Future Falcon Family Night
March 12th: 5:30-7pm
Open House
Students and Parents are welcome to attend. Tours will be provided. Teachers, counselors, coaches, club advisors and administrators will be available to answer your questions and ease concerns.
Counselors will be in the middle schools to help 8th graders request their courses for the 24-25 school year:
North Pines: Monday, March 4th
Selkirk: Tuesday, March 5th
Greenacres: Wednesday, March 6th
Summit: Thursday, March 7th
Full-Time CVVL and SVL students: Video to support registration process will be given to the counselor and sent out to students and families
8th Grade Course Registrations: Must be entered into PowerSchool by March 15th
Students attending private schools will need to enroll with our district in March for the 24-25 school year. Once enrolled, the student/parent/guardian will be contacted to discuss course requests.
Hey Falcons! Do you need a job? Check out our Jobs Board! It's updated regularly and there are some amazing opportunities!
There are have flyers in the office to scan the QR code, too!
If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Demarest in E202 or email: kdemarest@cvsd.org
