The Bobcat
Week of September 16, 2019
Vision
Academic Excellence and Success
From Mr. R's Desk
Bobcat Nation,
I will say it again... instruction and discipline go hand-in-hand. If there’s quality instruction and it’s meaningful, students are more likely to stay on task but if there’s no instruction and/or it’s not meaningful, students will be off-task and be disruptive. Instruction and/or learning should be from bell-to-bell and with a purpose.
Providing a safe learning environment should be everyone's priority. Remember, classroom management begins and ends with the teacher, not the student. Whatever behavior you accept will be on you. Please use the behavior management techniques by Bert Simmons. Our school district made an investment and it is our duty to ensure that we follow through.
Classroom Management Tips From Mr. R
- Again, plan wisely to avoid issues. "Students should be engaged for the full 50 minutes. If you shortchange your students, they will shortchange you and your lesson."
- Teacher must observe, supervise, & monitor all students. "Although it’s tempting to sit at your desk and grade papers, that’s also an invitation to your students to get distracted. Be active!"
- Some type of seating arrangement should be considered. "Strongly recommended for a 1st year teacher."
- Classroom rules should be visible.
- Expectations should be clearly communicated to avoid confusion. "Have procedures in place: restroom passes, tardy logs, how students are to respond to teacher, pencil sharpener, textbooks, fire drills, testing procedures, group work, classroom dismissal, lectures, videos/presentations, etc."
- Redirect off-task behavior immediately. "Do not let it escalate."
- Be firm, fair, and consistent… every day for the entire school year.
- Establish verbal/non-verbal cues.
- Promote positive behavior.
- Involve parents to assist you with unwanted behaviors.
- Never get into a power struggle with a student. "Be the adult and let it go."
- Not every student will like you. "Don't take it personal."
- Never embarrass students and follow the Golden Rule. "How would you like to be treated?"
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Professional Learning Community
1st Graduation Meeting - Class of 2020
Bobcats Earn Team of the Week by Dave Campbell's Texas Football with overtime victory against Zapata
Homecoming Week Spirit Days
Homecoming Week 2019
Faces In The Crowd - Bobcat Edition
Anthony Selvera, Senior
- Varsity Football
- Center
- 2018 Honorable Mention
Sam Villines, Senior
- Varsity Football
- Safety
- 2018 Defense Newcomer of the Year
Matthew Trevino, Junior
- Varsity Football
- LB/QB
- 2018 2nd Team All District
Upcoming Events
Monday, September 16
Administrative Meeting
Tuesday, September 17
SS TEKS PD
New Teacher Meeting
VB AWAY vs Raymondville*
US Constitution Day
Wednesday, September 18
Science TEKS PD
Department Meeting
Progress Reports
Homecoming Parade
Thursday, September 19
SBDM [POSTPONED]
Tennis vs Hidalgo*
Friday, September 20
TTESS Goals Due
FB HOME vs Hidalgo
Saturday, September 21
VB HOME vs Grulla*
Tennis @ Raymondville*
Homecoming Dance
Rio Hondo High School Report Card
2019 Distinction Designation Summary
Amazing Things Are Happening At Rio Hondo High School
Rio Hondo High School
Our MISSION is to create experiences and opportunities for our students. We have established a culture of high academics and a future-ready curriculum. At RHHS, we focus on the arts, athletics, and on educating the whole child.
Email: asael.ruvalcaba@rhisd.net
Website: http://www.riohondoisd.net/
Location: 22547 State Highway 345, Rio Hondo, TX, USA
Phone: 956-748-1200
Twitter: @RHHS_Bobcats