RRHS Update - Week of 9/19/2022
Jordan Markwood Honored at Nat's Park and on Kelly Clarkson Show (Tune in October 5th!) Up next - dinner at the Governor's mansion!
This Week in Advisory
One of The Rock's core values -- highlighted in our motto, RISE -- is integrity. This week in advisory, students will have a discussion about the Rock Ridge Honor Code. See the link to the text of the Honor Code HERE. Please review the details of the Honor Code with your students, highlighting the expectations for academic integrity, the student responsibilities, and the consequences for any Honor Code infractions.
Senior Pix and Yearbooks!
LAST SENIOR PICTURES- SEPT. 26 & 27
The last round of senior make up pictures is Sept. 26 & 27. More information will be coming. However, if you have not gotten your senior picture taken, please save the date! **This is the last opportunity for senior portraits at the school**
The attire for the school’s yearbook pose will be in the traditional Tuxedos and Drapes. Tuxedo and Drapes will be provided. In addition to the yearbook session they also offer sessions that include casual/personality portraits and cap and gown portraits. Please follow the link below to choose your session type and appointment time. https://pickatime.com/vosphoto/RockRidge2023
If you have any questions please email seniors@vosphoto.com (please put school name in subject line)
SENIOR ADS ON SALE NOW- SPACE IS LIMITED- EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS OCT. 28
Want the perfect way to showcase those baby pictures you’ve been saving and let your senior know how proud of them you are? Place a senior/baby ad in this year’s yearbook to commemorate all their hard work and success!
Ad space is available now and must be purchased online. You can go to www.yearbookforever.com to choose your ad size, upload your pictures and message, and pay for the ad. The yearbook staff will design the ad and send parents a proof. Ad space is limited and available on a first-come, first serve basis. Once the ads are sold out, we cannot accommodate any more. Enter coupon code SENIORS23 for the early bird discount.
YEARBOOKS ON SALE NOW- LOWEST PRICE OF THE YEAR!
Save $20 and buy your yearbooks now! They are on sale for $65. They can be purchased online at www.yearbookforever.com The price will go up to $75 on 10/31, to $80 on 3/20 and then to $85 in May.
This Week in Athletics!
Monday, September 19th
Golf @ Algonkian GC vs. DHS, 4:30 p.m. Early Release at 2:45 p.m.
Volleyball vs Loudoun County HS, 5:45/5:45/7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, September 20th
Volleyball vs. Lightridge, 5:45/5:45/7:00 p.m.
Wednesday September 21st
JV Football/Cheer @ Brunswick HS, 6:00 p.m. Early Release at 3:30 p.m.
Field Hockey vs Tuscarora HS (@ Dominion HS), 6:45 p.m. Bus departs at 5:30 p.m.
Cross Country @ Woodgrove HS, 6:00 p.m. Early Release at 4:00pm
Thursday September 22nd
Golf Dulles District Tournament at Algonkian Golf Course, 9:00 a.m.
Field Hockey @ Brentsville District HS, 6:00 p.m. Early Release at 3:45 p.m.
Volleyball @ Loudoun Valley HS, 5:45/5:45/7:00 p.m. Bus departs at 5:00 p.m.
Friday, September 23rd
Varsity Football/Cheer vs Brunswick HS, 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 17th
Cross Country @ Oatlands Invitational HS, 9:00 a.m. Bus departs at 6:45am
Purchase tickets here GO PHOENIX!
Senior Breakfast
We are looking forward to our first Senior Breakfast on 9/23/2022. The event will be in the Library at 8:45 am. At this breakfast we will have a representative from Herff Jones. The rep will bring some examples and catalogues of merchandise that they can provide through their company.
Please see the SignUp Genius for ways to help and make donations.
Safety and Security
“See something, Say something”
Safe2Talk Loudoun will provide the ability to safely and anonymously report any concerning behavior that may impact the safety or security of LCPS students, staff, parents, and facilities. This 24/7/365 tip line is monitored by LCSO, LPD and LCPS Safety & Security. This app can be downloaded to any mobile device through the device’s App Store.
Visit the School Store!
Get ready for GAME DAY! This Friday, September 23rd, The Phoenix Peak, your Rock Ridge school store, will be open before the game from 5:30PM to 6:30PM in room 1306 for a full in-store shopping experience. Can't make it to our inside shop? Purchase our Friday Fan Sale items at the field from 7:00PM to halftime. Get the latest Phoenix fan gear and specially featured items at 10% off this Friday, 9/23 only. Let's GO PHOENIX!
Mastercard and Visa, cash or check accepted.
From Our PTSO!
PTSO MEMBERSHIP & NO HASSLES FUNDRAISER!
Join NOW to support Teacher Appreciation Week, clubs and student activities, WINGS Mentoring program, parent socials & student engagement and much more!
· The PTSO wishes to issue a challenge to see which class (Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, or Seniors) can sign up the most members (students or families) as well as which department can sign up the most teachers and staff for bragging rights and a prize!
STUDENTS / FAMILIES - $35 membership fee + free magnet – JOIN HERE!
· Options available to donate more as these funds determine the scope of projects the PTSO can promote.
TEACHERS / STAFF - $10 membership fee + free magnet – JOIN HERE!
· Magnets will be forthcoming.
5K FUNDRAISER with ASHA JYOTHI
Thank you to everyone who participated in the 14th Annual 5K Run/Walk event through Asha Jyothi! This organization is generously donating 100% of proceeds brought in by Rock Ridge!
PTSO VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
· Vice President of Communications - PTSO Board Vacancy
· LEAF Representative (Loudoun Education Alliance of Families Advisory Board)- Click here for more info
· Student Internships available – social media, web design, fundraising
Questions, ideas, concerns or want to get involved, please reach out to the PTSO: President@rrhsptso.org
SAT & ACT PREP COURSE – TURBO TUTORING
Is your child looking to take the SAT or ACT this year? Our award winning PTSO partner Turbo Tutoring is offering several prep options coming up, including 2 class options this month!
· Turbo Tutoring offers private, 1-on-1 prep classes for both the ACT or the SAT.
· Our PTSO gets a percentage back for each RRHS student who attends!
· The course aims to help students feel more prepared to take the SAT/ACT, and have a confidence going into the test to succeed at their highest level of ability.
· Check out their prep class date options here: https://turbo-tutoring.com/act-sat-class-registration/
HOST FAMILIES NEEDED for AUSTRIAN EXCHANGE STUDENTS
· Rock Ridge has invited 25 Austrian students, their teacher, and principal to spend a little over a week visiting our school and experiencing high school in the United States.
· Host families are needed for each student during this time, roughly between October 26 – November 5.
· The exchange students will attend classes with your child and enjoy the usual family activities within your household, whether it be sports practices, grocery shopping, or just hanging out. Such a fun opportunity & learning experience!
· Mr. Reimert, German Teacher, will be speaking at the October 6th PTSO meeting to share additional information. Please email him if you are interested: Charles.Reimert@lcps.org
School Counseling!
Counselors are available during each Lunch Shift. Please see the table next to the main gym if you have questions.
Counselor Assignments 2022-23
Seniors
As a follow up to Senior Parent Night where we reviewed the Application Process, on 9/20 7:30pm - 8:30pm - RRPA will go through the College Application Process for Fine Arts.
Mandatory Senior Advisement Meeting
Students may now schedule their mandatory Senior
Advisement Meeting with their assigned School Counselor. Meetings will run from September
7th-October 14th. Review the document below to see what to expect from the Senior Meeting
(includes transcript request procedure). Mandatory Senior Advisement meeting document
Schedule your appointment with your counselor
LCPS College Fair held at Independence HS -9/25: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm -PLEASE REGISTER –Register for the LCPS College Fair! This is good for all students 9-12 to attend
Upcoming College and Career visits
You must sign up via Naviance so you either receive a hall pass or a link to the virtual visit.
Go to Naviance Student to see the list of colleges.
UPCOMING COLLEGE VISIT @ RRHS this week
- Shenandoah University in Winchester, VA 9/19/22 10:25 AM
- University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, VA 9/19/22 12:30 PM
- Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in Blacksburg, VA 9/19/22 2:00 PM
- Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus in Atlanta, GA 9/20/22 12:30 PM
- Elon University in Elon, NC 9/20/22 2:00 PM
- George Mason University in Fairfax, VA 9/20/22 3:00 PM
*NOTE: These visits are geared to Seniors and Juniors ONLY if their academic workload permit
Please see the e-mail from Mrs. Marchante through Naviance with all the Counseling News and College and Career info. https://www.smore.com/0x9qe
Colleges to KNOW
Mississippi State University
https://www.admissions.msstate.edu/
At Mississippi State, classroom teaching and learning are combined with endless experiences for students to apply their knowledge in meaningful ways. With more than 170 programs leading to a baccalaureate degree, MSU is preparing its students for bright, productive futures where academics is combined with the proper tools for tackling today’s tough issues and making a difference in society. All students should check out the scholarships available at MSU through their automatic scholarship matrices are posted on their website. Military Families please check out their free tuition program for military families and see if your student is eligible: Non-Resident Military Tuition Waiver—if a student whose parent/guardian is active-duty military or a veteran MSU will waive the non-resident portion of tuition for them. This is one of many ways MSU likes to thank our armed forces for their service!