May Newsletter
April 30, 2021
Greetings Rider Families:
It looks as though we may finally be moving into warmer weather as we enter the month of May. It is hard to believe we are down to 19 days of school remaining for the year. I am extremely proud of the effort being put forth by the students and staff of Red River High School during this challenging time. Thank you also to all of you as parents for your support during the school year. Please see the important information below on upcoming end of year events and policies:
Graduation Information
Graduation Practice – Friday, May 28, 2021 - 8:00 a.m at Alerus Center
Graduation Ceremony – Sunday, May 30, 2021 – 1.00 p.m at Alerus Center
Final Week of School
Seniors Last Day – Tuesday, May 25
Semester Testing – Grades 9-11 – Wednesday, May 26 & Thursday, May 27
Last day of School – Freshman/Sophomores/Juniors – Thursday, May 27
Detention- Detention needs to be completed prior to the end of the school year. Students whose detention is not completed will be unable to participate in activities during the 2021-2022 school year until the hours are completed. Seniors must have all detention completed by Tuesday, May 25, or they will not participate in the graduation ceremony.
Summer School Registration - Registration is taking place through May 14. If your son/daughter is in danger of failing a class, they should sign up for the summer school course if the class is available. Please contact your counselor if you have any questions.
As we prepare for the end of another year we would like to thank Mrs. Galagher, Mr. Houdek, Mr. Myzkowski, and Mrs. Wheeler for all they have done for the students and families of Red River High School in their years here. We wish them all the best in their retirements.
We thank you for your support of Red River High School throughout another successful school year.
Sincerely,
Mr. Darin J. Walters
Associate Principal
A Look Ahead
May 1- PROM- Please see updates below
May 12- Cap and Gown Distribution
May 19- Early Release
May 25- Last Day of School for Seniors
May 27- Last Day of School/End of Quarter 4
May 30- Graduation 1:00pm Alerus Center please see letter from Dr. Arason
June 1-4- Final Report Cards Emailed
Red River Updates
Missing something for Prom TOMORROW?
Attention Seniors!!!
DECA
Grand Forks Red River pulled off a successful run at the State DECA Conference held in Bismarck on March 14th-16th. DECA, a marketing career technology organization, challenges students to apply learned concepts on a real-world basis, building stronger leaders and entrepreneurs.
"Our students did an excellent job representing the City of Grand Forks, Red River High School, their parents, & themselves. They should be very proud of their efforts." DECA Advisor Brent Polum said.
Red River had 16 first-place winners, 13 second-place winners, and three third-place winners;
they captured the team state championship after a canceled state conference last year. All place winners have qualified for the virtual ICDC conference held in late April this year.
HOSA
State HOSA was a huge success! On April 15 and 16, RRHS HOSA had numerous students compete in State HOSA at the Alerus Center. Congratulations to the following students who placed at State: Devika and Kavana Jagidish, First Place in Health Career Display; Sudiksha Singhal and Selena Wu, First Place in Forensic Science; Selena Wu, Third
Place in Medical Math and First Place in Cultural Diversity, Ellyn Rustad, Third Place in Human Growth and Development, Sasha Anderson, Third Place in Nursing Assistant., and Sudiksha Singhal Third Place in Persuasive Writing and Speaking. These students have all qualified to compete at the National ILC . Congratulations to all those who placed and a big thank you to all RRHS HOSA students who participated! RRHS HOSA is also proud to announce Sudiksha Singhal is now the North Dakota State HOSA Vice President of Community Involvement and Outreach! Congratulations and thank you for your dedication to HOSA!
RRHS HOSA is planning to meet in May to discuss a dog food drive.
ND State Art Show
Congratulations to Dr. Thaden’s RRHS Art students whose artwork was selected as Traveling pieces in the ND State Art Show for 2021-22.
Gabe Birchler, “George” Reduction Print
Jocelyn Sayre, “Coyote Strange” Colored Pencil
Jocelyn Sayre, “Extended Reach in a Small World” Mixed Media
Katie Swartz, “Safe at Home” Graphite
Natalia Tchomakhidze, “Growth” Mixed Media
Natalia Tchomakhidze, “Lost Horizon” Mixed Media
Yearbook Information
Seniors who have not submitted a baby picture for the yearbook- please email redriveryearbook@mygfschools.org as soon as you are able.
https://www.balfour.com/north-dakota/grand-forks/red-river-high-school
We also have a very limited number of 2019-2020 yearbooks leftover for purchase. If you are interested please email Tyler Nelson at redriveryearbook@mygfschools.org
Summer Activities
Summer Speed & Strength Development
Summer Performing Arts (SPA)
District Updates
Parents Lead
Parents LEAD
It’s better to talk before children are exposed to alcohol and other drugs. If you talk to your kids directly and honestly, they are more likely to respect your rules and advice about alcohol and drug use. When parents talk with their children early and often about alcohol and other drugs, they can protect their children from many of the high-risk behaviors associated with using these drugs. How do I start the conversation? Visit www.parentslead.org.
Contact Information
Red River Main Office:
Attendance:
- A-K, Mrs. Kim Miller: 701-746-2409
- L-Z, Mrs. Allison Hanson: 701-746-2410
Registrar: Ms. Hannah-Rose Rodriquez
Office Manager: Mrs. Buffy Boemann
Red River Counseling Office:
(A-E): Mrs. Kristi Severson
(F-K): Mr. Kyle Meier
(L-Ri): Mr. Bernard Houdek
(Rj-Z): Mrs. Leah Fredrickson
Secretary: Mrs. Jill LaMoine
Red River Administration:
Dr. Kristopher Arason, Principal
Mr. Darin Walters, Associate Principal (A-K)
Mr. Tony Bina, Associate Principal (L-Z)
Mr. Tyler Nelson, Activities Director