Eleven Richland County High School seniors earned academic honors from the College Board National Recognition Program. To qualify for the program, students had to earn a GPA of B+ or higher and score in the top 10% of the PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test Assessment in the State of Illinois. Principal Darrell Houchin is pictured with (front row, from left) Karlee Bissey, Mckenna Snider, Aidan Weidner, August Michels, and Addison Ridgely. (Back row, from left) Ainsley Doris, Briar Fore (First-Generation Recognition Program awardee), Quinn Patterson, Brayden Beard, Malcolm McKinney, and Victoria Rudolphi. RCHS is very proud of our students' accomplishments!
Pictured are last week's GRIT award winners.
The GRIT award is awarded to the athletes who demonstrate hustle, teamwork, and dedication. This award isn't necessarily always the highest scorer or top performer, but one that shows drive and passion to make the team better.
Front Row (Lto R): Katelyn Bookhout, Mallory Kocher, Jordan Piercefield, Amelie Knoche
Back Row (L to R): Tristin Butler, Brayden Jenner, Davian Grimes, Mariah Livingston
Trenton Payne stands next to his sign naming him the Illinois Association FFA President 2024-25
Check out the RCHS fall athletes at Meet the Tigers on Friday, August 16th at 6:30 p.m. at the RCHS football field. The RCHS Marching Band will start off the night with athletes to follow. The line-up will include: Cheerleaders, Girls' Tennis, Boys' Soccer, Volleyball, Golf, Cross Country, Swimming, and Football. A football scrimmage will be held on the field right after the introductions and then a soccer scrimmage will take place at approximately 7:30 p.m. at the OCC soccer field under the lights. Come out and support ONE TIGER NATION!
RCHS is "All for O'Town" with their new staff shirts. Along with our seasoned staff, we are happy to welcome new staff including (front row) Kelsie Duenas, Jordan Ellison, Lauren Eagleson, Madison Young, (second row) Angela Oliver, Donna Rude, Student Teacher Ryker Erwin, and (fourth row) Kim Fehrenbacher. Retiring teachers ready to start their first day of their last year were (front row) Lisa Pampe, Lisa Billington, Mark Steber, and (right) Rob Flanagan.
The RCHS student parking lot was finished today for the start of school.
The two sections are the west side by Jefferson Street (area closest to Joe’s Pizza) and the east side by Lincoln Street.
Parent drop off/pick up will utilize the west side only. Please enter by Joe’s, swing around to the front, and drop off/pick up your student in the striped area by the sidewalk nearest the front entrance.
Accessible parking will be available on the east side of the lot. Visitor parking is on either side.
Signage will arrive soon. A drone informational video will be added to Facebook along with a drawing parking lot routes. Thank you for your cooperation.
Mark your calendars!
RCHS is excited to welcome students back for the 2024-2025 school year! Back To School Night will be held Monday, August 12 from 6:30-8:30pm.
RCHS Freshmen First will be held Tuesday, August 13, from 8:30-10:30 a.m., in the RCHS Performing Arts Center. All Freshmen and new students will have the opportunity to visit each of their classes, discuss relevant topics, and pick up their Chromebook.
Welcome Back to School Letter!
School is right around the corner! Chromebook pickup AND parking passes will be offered to students from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Auxiliary Gym on the following days this week:
Seniors: Tuesday, August 6th
Juniors: Wednesday, August 7th
Sophomores: Thursday, August 8th
Please use the outside Auxiliary Gym entrance only.
You must be fully registered before you can pick up a Chromebook or purchase a parking pass. Parking permits will only be sold to Sophomores - Seniors ages 16 or older. You must also show your license and know your license plate number.
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Chromebook and parking pass pick-up will take place in the RCHS Auxiliary Gym. The schedule is as follows:
SENIORS - Tuesday, August 6 • 8am-2pm
JUNIORS - Wednesday, August 7 • 8am-2pm
SOPHOMORES - Thursday, August 8 • 8am-2pm
Parking passes will be $25. Every student must show their driver's license to purchase a parking pass and also know their license plate number. Students are encouraged to bring their Chromebook insurance forms filled out with the required $30 payment if they so choose to purchase the protection.
Freshmen will receive their devices at Freshmen First on August 13.
RCHS Cheerleaders will have a 50/50 drawing and bake sale at the Olney VFW Auxiliary Taco Night on Friday, August 9. Sales start at 5:30pm. Come out and support these athletes!
The RCHS Theater Department proudly presents a summer mentorship performance of Harvey by Mary Chase. Showtimes will be August 2nd and 3rd at 6:30pm in the RCPAC at RCHS. Tickets can be bought via the QR code shown on the flyer or at the venue.
Due to construction in the RCHS Commons, patrons should enter through the Agriculture Hall entrance (between the school and the tennis courts on the north side of the building), the main entrance, or Exit 8 (back circle drive). Parking is available at the corner lot across from Ron Herrin Gymnasium, along the road, and in the back parking areas. Please be cautious of the construction and maneuver with care.
RCHS is excited to welcome students back for the 2024-2025 school year! Back To School Night will be held Monday, August 12 from 6:30-8:30pm.
Reminder: RCHS does not put out a school supply list. As each student has a schedule tailored to their interests, students do not get a master list. Instead, students will find out what supplies - if any - are required when they attend their classes. A notebook and/or folder plus a pencil would be beneficial to have the first day of school.
UPDATED - The 2024-2025 District Calendar has been udpated. Early dismissal dates have been added to the calendar.
First day of student attendance is August 14th. We look forward to seeing everyone back!
Online Registration continues through July 22nd.
Our deepest sympathy.....
Richland County Schools online registration for the 2024-2025 school year will begin on Monday, July 15 and run through July 22. You will be able to register your students by going to Skyward Family Access and entering your username and password. If you have forgotten your username and/or password, please contact your student’s school. Parents who do not have computer access or require assistance may come to the school on Thursday, July 18 between 10:00 am-6:00 pm. Thank you and have a great evening!
Olney FFA advisor Mr. Steber was chosen as the state Golden Owl award winner! He was chosen out of four other regional winners to represent the state of Illinois. The Golden Owl award recognizes outstanding agricultural educators across the country. RCHS is proud of Mr. Steber and appreciates his contributions to our FFA program!
