The Bobcat
Week of October 28, 2019
Vision
Academic Excellence and Success
From Mr. R's Desk
Bobcat Nation,
I have been in education since the fall of 1994. I was a teacher for 11 years and have been in administration for the past 14 years. Looking back, I still recall using chalk on a green chalkboard. I also recall using a mimeograph [a copy machine that used blue ink and had a funny smell]. There was also projector of some sort that operated on 5,000 watts [which could have also served as a microwave]. The internet was barely in its infancy. If you wanted to look up any sort of information you had to go to the library and go through a card catalog just to find a book. Grades were calculated by hand and by using the EZ Grader glider and they were posted on an actual Grade Book. There was no email, no Facebook, no Twitter, no iPads, and cell phones were priced at $4,000. It would be an understatement to say that times have changed.
Even though our society has changed, there has been one constant denominator in education…to create productive citizens. Whether it is in remote villages in Mexico, towns in Europe, and/or cities here in the United States of America…teachers, past and present, have always shared this mission and our greatest joy and satisfaction is when that one child comes back and tells us that he/she is making a positive impact on society. Well, how rare it is that we have students in our present classrooms that are seizing the moment. These students, if given the opportunity, the right environment, and the inspiration are ready to take on the world. They do not have to wait 20 years and we should not make them wait.
Which brings me to one of the most inspirational stories that I have been a part of. What happened in 2014 was the perfect storm. A collision of visionaries occurred between a little blue bird called Twitter, a challenge by Verizon, a fearless teacher, and a special group of kids who were ready to take on the world and make it better. At first the idea was modest…to assist a visually impaired classmate. Their app concept was simple, to help Andres navigate through the campus hallways. No sooner did they realize that this app design [Hello Navi] could not only assist their classmate but also help other people around the world. Wow! Yes [stop scratching your heads] eleven and twelve year-olds created this. This is a testament to everyone that our youth is ready...ready to take on the world and we, as educators, should seize the moment too. Why are we not creating/cultivating/sustaining learning environments where kids are solving real life problems? Why are we hindering our own progress?
As some of you might know, this story received national and international attention. The full impact of the story has yet to unfold and to think that it could be traced back to 6th graders leaves me speechless. Jackie Robinson, the famous #42 once said…”A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives”. Congratulations Hello Navi! You have impacted us and the world in ways that you cannot even imagine. Thank you for seizing the moment, for the incredible journey, and for making the world a better place.
Hello Navi
FACES IN THE CROWD - BOBCAT EDITION
Analisa Helena Nieto, 12th Grade
- Varsity Tennis 2019
- Girls Singles
- Girls Doubles
- Varsity Tennis 2018 - 1st Team All District, All Academic
- Varsity Tennis 2017 - Newcomer of the Year
Francisco Perez Hernandez, 12th Grade
- Varsity Tennis 2019
- Boys Singles
- Boys Doubles
- Varsity Tennis 2018 - Honorable Mention
- Varsity Tennis 2017 - Newcomer of the Year
Albani Hernandez, 12th Grade
- Varsity Tennis 2019
- Girls Singles
- Girls Doubles
- Mixed Doubles
- Varsity Tennis 2018 - Honorable Mention
believe. study. hustle. manifest. repeat.
Biology: Cell Cycle
Scoring “4” and “3” essays on the Juvenile Offenders Second Chance Prompt
Thank you Dr. Chapa & Parental Involvement - Halloween Cupcake Decorating
FCCLA Leadership Workshop
Culinary Class
Volleyball Teacher Appreciation Night
Open House - Fall 2019
Red Ribbon Week pays tribute to DEA Agent Kiki Camarena
Red Ribbon Week - Spirit Days 2019
Coffee with Mr. R.
Parent Meeting
Haunted House by RHISD Police
Upcoming Events
Monday, October 28
VB AWAY vs La Feria*
Administrative Meeting
Red Day - Red Ribbon Week
Tuesday, October 29
Coffee with Mr. R
Parent Meeting
Team Jersey Day - Red Ribbon Week
Wednesday, October 30
Hawaiian Day - Red Ribbon Week
Thursday, October 31
Western Boots Day - Red Ribbon Week
Friday, November 1
End of 2nd Six Weeks
FB HOME vs Port Isabel*
Pep Rally
Dia De Los Muertos - Red Ribbon Week
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