August 18, 2025
9th hour starts today, August 18th. If you have work to catch up on or detentions to serve, come to the library from 3:30-4:30pm
German club will have its first meeting on Tuesday, August 19th from 3:30 until 4:00 in room 221. Everyone is welcome. You do not have to be in German class to be in German club
Juniors and Seniors- do you want your voice heard? We have a great opportunity for you to be our Scholar Board Member. Information is in your class Google classroom. Submissions are due by August 22, 2025.
Love to help others in our school and community? Want to help with the Pride Store and the annual talent show? Come to the first Rotary Interact meeting in room 117 next Tuesday.
The dental bus is coming in. Please pick up a form in the clinic to get your free cleaning and check up"
September 5, 2025
Interested in being a foreign exchange student for next year? You are invited to an informational meeting at 7 pm on Tuesday, September 9 on the Island at Rocky. We will have a panel of past exchange students and parents to answer questions.
There's a new group for guys at Rocky this year! The Flex will be having its first meeting this Sunday from 2-4pm in the Fitness Center. Join us for a workout and conversation. Scan the QR code in the hallways or see Mr. Mertel in room 316 for details.
"ANY BOYS INTERESTED IN PLAYING TENNIS THIS SPRING PLEASE STOP BY ROOM 313 TO SIGN UP, THIS APPLIES TO ANY NEW FRESHMAN OR PLAYERS WHO HAVE NOT PLAYED ON THE TEAM IN THE PAST. NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED.
9/8 Monday, Southern IL University Edwardsville will be in the cafeteria from 12:00-1:00. If you have any questions stop by and meet with their admissions counselor Ms. Poulsen.
9/9 Tuesday, Augustana College will be in the Counseling Office from 11:30-1:00. Come in and meet with the admissions counselor Ms. Gustafson!
9/11 Thursday, The Navy will be in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00. Be sure to stop by and welcome Mr. Bradlee Campbell and he can address any questions you might have.
September 4, 2025
Thursday this week Grand Canyon University will be in the cafeteria. If you are interested, stop by and speak with their admissions counselor, Mr. Barker.
Attention Seniors! Please make sure you are voting for your 2025 homecoming court in your English Google Classroom. Voting ends this Friday.
Interested in being a foreign exchange student for next year? You are invited to an informational meeting at 7 pm on Tuesday, September 9 on the Island at Rocky. We will have a panel of past exchange students and parents to answer questions.
There's a new group for guys at Rocky this year! The Flex will be having its first meeting this Sunday from 2-4pm in the Fitness Center. Join us for a workout and conversation. Scan the QR code in the hallways or see Mr. Mertel in room 316 for details.
Here are a few important dates to keep in mind for September!
RIMSD is proud to celebrate the hard work and pride of our community! Thank you to our scholars, families, staff, and leaders for proudly representing at the 41st Annual Rock Island Labor Day parade!
#RockyPride
September 3, 2025
Thursday this week Grand Canyon University will be in the cafeteria. If you are interested, stop by and speak with their admissions counselor, Mr. Barker.
Attention Seniors! Please make sure you are voting for your 2025 homecoming court in your English Google Classroom. Voting ends this Friday.
Attention! Do you like to argue? If so, the Rock Island Speech and Debate team might be just the thing for you. We will be holding a brief informational meeting for anyone interested in joining the Speech and Debate team on Wednesday, September 3rd immediately after school in room 318. The meeting will only last about 15-20 minutes. If you have any questions please see Mr. Duster in room 318.
Interested in being a foreign exchange student for next year? You are invited to an informational meeting at 7 pm on Tuesday, September 9 on the Island at Rocky. We will have a panel of past exchange students and parents to answer questions.
Are you interested in a career in Policing? If so see officer Danhof in the main office about the Police Explorer Program.
Homecoming is September 20! Guest forms are available at the bookstore window. If you plan to bring a non-Rocky guest to the dance, you must have a completed guest form to purchase their ticket. Guests must be high school age and enrolled in a high school or homeschool.
There's a new group for guys at Rocky this year! The Flex will be having its first meeting this Sunday from 2-4pm in the Fitness Center. Join us for a workout and conversation. Scan the QR code in the hallways or see Mr. Mertel in room 316 for details.
September2, 2025
Join us for the Rotary Interacts next meeting. Tuesday, today at 3:30 in room 117. Snacks always provided. We will be discussing the Homecoming parade.
The Gray Matters Collective will have their first meeting on Wednesday, September 3rd at 7:15am in room 158. Please join us to hear what Gray Matters is all about. Please see Mrs. Greenwood in room 158 or Mrs. Hayek in room 156 with any questions.
Today the Sgt. BoClair with the Marines will be located in the cafeteria. Stop on by with any questions you may have!
Thursday this week Grand Canyon University will be in the cafeteria. If you are interested, stop by and speak with their admissions counselor, Mr. Barker.
Are you interested in a career in Policing? If so see officer Danhof in the main office about the Police Explorer Program.
Attention Seniors! Please make sure you are voting for your 2025 homecoming court in your English Google Classroom. Voting ends this Friday.
The EAC will be working on the butterfly garden after school today, all are welcome. Meet in room 29 right after school. Also EAC members only 24 hours left to vote for 2025/26 officers. Go to the google classroom to vote.
Homecoming is September 20! Guest forms are available at the bookstore window. If you plan to bring a non-Rocky guest to the dance, you must have a completed guest form to purchase their ticket. Guests must be high school age and enrolled in a high school or homeschool.
Tickets are $10 each and will be on sale the week of September 15 before or after school and during lunch.
Attention! Do you like to argue? If so, the Rock Island Speech and Debate team might be just the thing for you. We will be holding a brief informational meeting for anyone interested in joining the Speech and Debate team on Wednesday, September 3rd immediately after school in room 318. The meeting will only last about 15-20 minutes. If you have any questions please see Mr. Duster in room 318.
Attention students! The Swahili Heritage Club will be meeting today after school at 3:30 p.m. in Room 121. All members are encouraged to attend. We especially welcome our new students—this is a great time to register and join the club. Come learn, share, and celebrate Swahili culture together. Karibuni !”
August 29, 2025
Esports is having their first meeting Tuesday September 2 right after school in room 322. Learn what games we play and be a part of Rocky’s Esports team. Contact Mrs. Vroman with questions
The Gray Matters Collective will have their first meeting on Wednesday, September 3rd at 7:15am in room 158. Please join us to hear what Gray Matters is all about. Please see Mrs. Greenwood in room 158 or Mrs. Hayek in room 156 with any questions.
EAC: Tuesday is our Rocky Recycling day. Please report to room 29 @ 7:30 on our first day of next week due to Monday being Labor Day.
Are you interested in a career in Policing? If so see officer Danhof in the main office about the Police Explorer Program.
August 28, 2025
Attention students- the Rocky Riveters and Rotary Club are hosting a movie night this Friday, August 29th from 3:30-5:30pm in Mr. Behnke's room, room #117. We will be watching A League of Their Own and there will be fresh popcorn, snacks, and drinks available. Please come join us for a fun movie night and to learn more about how to get involved in these two great clubs!
Attention seniors, Jostens was here on Friday to meet with all seniors regarding graduation. If you were not present in the meeting, please pick up a packet of information in the main office or the counseling center. Jostens will be returning to school on Friday to collect all graduation orders and to pass out senior apparel. This will be the only day that Jostens will be in our building to collect orders for graduation.
Attention sophomores Jostens will return to school on Friday to collect all class ring orders and to size your fingers. Please have fun designing your ring online during the week and they look forward to seeing you Friday during lunch in the cafeteria
The EAC will be holding an election meeting On Friday before school. Please come to the Little Theater @ 7:30 AM See Mr Dunker for a pass to be on time.
The Career Day Committee is looking for students to help plan and serve on the committee. Any student interested in helping out with Career Day should speak to Dr. Grandberry Pugh. She is in room 152.
Rock Island-Milan School District and Ridgewood Elementary are so lucky to have RIHS alumna Olivia Bowman as one of the new 1st grade teachers! Olivia was a part of the Education Internship during her time at Rocky and is the first graduate to return to the Quad Cities! Welcome back, Olivia! 💙🤍
Click on the link below to see more
August 22, 2025
Rally at the Rock is today, right after school until 5:30! It has moved to be in the grassy area right outside the library doors! There will be games, inflatables, music, and energy drinks for sale right before the Red/Gold football game."
Juniors and Seniors- do you want your voice heard? We have a great opportunity for you to be our Scholar Board Member. Information is in your class Google classroom. Submissions are due today, August 22, 2025.
Student Athletic Passes will go on sale beginning Monday during lunch in the Athletic Office. Passes are $20 cash or check and must be clipped to your student id lanyard with a picture for admittance into games.
August 20, 2025
Juniors and Seniors- do you want your voice heard? We have a great opportunity for you to be our Scholar Board Member. Information is in your class Google classroom. Submissions are due by August 22, 2025.
Attention all boys who are interested in basketball that are not currently in a fall sport. There will be a meeting this Thursday at 11:30am in room 232. At this meeting we will be discussing fall open gyms. If you cannot attend the meeting please see Coach Polite or Coach Singleton for information.
Student Athletic Passes will go on sale beginning Monday during lunch in the Athletic Office. Passes are $20 cash or check and must be clipped to your student id lanyard with a picture for admittance into games.
The EAC will be weeding our butterfly garden Thursday after school @11:30. The garden is in the courtyard, all are welcome.
Not sure what clubs and sports are offered here at Rocky! Come out to Rally at the Rock on Friday afternoon, right after school, until 530. There will be games, inflatables, music, and energy drinks for sale. Then head over to the Red/Gold football game.
For all girls interested in playing basketball for the Lady Rocks this upcoming season, we will have open gyms on Mondays and Wednesday from 6-7:30 in the girls gym. If you can't come to one of those or you have any questions or need more information, please contact Head Coach Henry Hall at henry.hall@rimsd41.org. All skill levels are welcomed. Come be a part of the continued winning Tradition of Lady Rocks Basketball!
Half day for students is Thursday, August 21st. Student dismissal time is 11:19.
The African American Heritage Club will meet today after school in room 152.
Rock Island-Milan, please help us give a warm welcome to our fantastic exchange teachers from Kenya:
🍎Ruth Kiarie (Rock Island Academy)
🍎Purity Ngaji (Rock Island Academy)
🍎Catherine Napwori (Rock Island Academy)
🍎Magdaline Nzioka (Rock Island High School)
We are so excited to have them as a part of our Transitional Bilingual Education program. Rock Island-Milan welcomes you!
August 19, 2025
Juniors and Seniors- do you want your voice heard? We have a great opportunity for you to be our Scholar Board Member. Information is in your class Google classroom. Submissions are due by August 22, 2025.
The dental bus is coming. Please pick up a form in the clinic to get your free cleaning and check up"
"German club will have its first meeting on Tuesday, August 19th from 3:30 until 4:00 in room 221. Everyone is welcome. You do not have to be in German class to be in German club!"
Attention all boys who are interested in basketball that are not currently in a fall sport. There will be a meeting this Thursday at 11:30pm in room 232. At this meeting we will be discussing fall open gyms. If you cannot attend the meeting please see Coach Polite or Coach Singleton for information.
Half day for students is Thursday, August 21st. Student dismissal time is 11:19.
The 2025-26 yearbook is on sale in room 211 for $60. Students can also purchase a book online at www.yearbookordercenter.com, using order code 8228. No extras will be ordered, so don't miss out!
August, 15, 2025
School pictures are August 18th for freshmen and sophomores, and August 19th for juniors and seniors. Students will have their pictures taken during their English classes. Only pictures taken on picture day will be accepted for the yearbook- seniors cannot submit their own.
The 2025-26 yearbook is on sale in room 211 for $60. Students can also purchase a book online at www.yearbookordercenter.com, using order code 8228. No extras will be ordered, so don't miss out!
9th hour starts on Monday, August 18th in the library. Do you need to get caught up on work or serve some detentions, come to the library during 9th hour from 3:30 to 4:30.
Love to help others in our school and community? Want to help with the Pride Store and the annual talent show? Come to the first Rotary Interact meeting in room 117 next Tuesday.
ACC & OJT students make sure to drop your 6th hour. Until you drop your homeroom you are counted absent. Please come into the main office to do so.
August 14, 2025
ACC & OJT students make sure to drop your 6th hour. Please come in to the main office to do so.
The dental bus is coming, please pick up a form in the clinic to get your free cleaning and check- up
Love to help others in our school and community? Want to help with the Pride Store and the annual talent show? Come to the first Rotary Interact meeting in room 117 next Tuesday.
Juniors and Seniors- do you want your voice heard? We have a great opportunity for you to be our Scholar Board Member. Information is in your class Google classroom. Submissions are due by August 22, 2025
The first EAC meeting is this Friday @730 AM in the little Theater. Our first recycling day will be next Tuesday starting in room 29 also @7:30AM. Please stop by room 29 BEFORE either meeting to get a pass so you can be on time to our early morning meetings.
"RIHS will be administering the PSAT/NMSQT this year during fall intersession on October 15th. Juniors interested in signing up for the test can do so in the main office with Mrs. Nevener. The cost is $18. Registration is open August 12th-August 19th. If you have any questions, please reach out to Miss Ingle in the Counseling Office."
School pictures are August 18th for freshmen and sophomores, and August 19th for juniors and seniors. Students will have their pictures taken during their English classes. Only pictures taken on picture day will be accepted for the yearbook- seniors cannot submit their own.
The 2025-26 yearbook is on sale in room 211 for $60. Students can also purchase a book online at www.yearbookordercenter.com, using order code 8228. No extras will be ordered, so don't miss out!
Drama Club is having its first informational meeting on Thursday, August 14 at 3:30pm in Room 146. If you want to get involved in plays and musicals as a performer or technician, stop in and meet us!
9th hour starts on Monday, August 18th in the library. Do you need to get caught up on work or serve some detentions, come to the library during 9th hour from 3:30 to 4:30.
August 13, 2025
ACC and OJT students, make sure you drop your 6th hour class in the main office.
Love to help others in our school and community? Want to help with the Pride Store and the annual talent show? Come to the first Rotary Interact meeting in room 117 next Tuesday.
Attention all students! Our first student council meeting will be this Thursday morning at 7:15 in room 135. All students are welcome even if you have never attended before. Bring a friend and help us plan great events throughout the year!!
School pictures are August 18th for freshmen and sophomores, and August 19th for juniors and seniors. Students will have their pictures taken during their English classes. Only pictures taken on picture day will be accepted for the yearbook- seniors cannot submit their own.
The 2025-26 yearbook is on sale in room 211 for $60. Students can also purchase a book online at www.yearbookordercenter.com, using order code 8228. No extras will be ordered, so don't miss out!
"RIHS will be administering the PSAT/NMSQT this year during fall intersession on October 15th. Juniors interested in signing up for the test can do so in the main office with Mrs. Nevener. The cost is $18. Registration is open August 12th-August 19th. If you have any questions, please reach out to Miss Ingle in the Counseling Office."
The first EAC meeting is this Friday @730 AM in the little Theater. Our first recycling day will be next Tuesday starting in room 29 also @7:30AM. Please stop by room 29 BEFORE either meeting to get a pass so you can be on time to our early morning meetings.
The volleyball team is looking for players. If you did not go to tryouts, there is still time! Come to the field house today after school to talk to the coaches. If you are interested and have volleyball experience, please go down and tell the coaching staff you are interested.
The dental bus is coming in November. Please pick up a form in the clinic to get your free cleaning and check up"
Juniors and Seniors- do you want your voice heard? We have a great opportunity for you to be our Scholar Board Member. Information is in your class Google classroom. Submissions are due by August 22, 2025.
August 12, 2025
Juniors and Seniors- do you want your voice heard? We have a great opportunity for you to be our Scholar Board Member. Information is in your class Google classroom. Submissions are due by August 22, 2025.
Drama Club is having its first informational meeting on Thursday, August 14 at 3:30pm in Room 146. If you want to get involved in plays and musicals as a performer or technician, stop in and meet us!
RIHS will be administering the PSAT/NMSQT this year during fall intersession on October 15th. Juniors interested in signing up for the test can do so in the main office with Mrs. Nevener. The cost is $18. Registration is open August 12th-August 19th. If you have any questions, please reach out to Miss Ingle in the Counseling Office."
The first EAC meeting is this Friday @730 AM in the little Theater. Our first recycling day will be next Tuesday starting in room 29 also @7:30AM. Please stop by room 29 BEFORE either meeting to get a pass so you can be on time to our early morning meetings. Thanks.
Attention all students! Our first student council meeting will be this Thursday morning at 7:15 in room 135. All students are welcome even if you have never attended before. Bring a friend and help us plan great events throughout the year!!
School pictures are August 18th for freshmen and sophomores, and August 19th for juniors and seniors. Students will have their pictures taken during their English classes. Only pictures taken on picture day will be accepted for the yearbook- seniors cannot submit their own.
The 2025-26 yearbook is on sale in room 211 for $60. Students can also purchase a book online at www.yearbookordercenter.com, using order code 8228. No extras will be ordered, so don't miss out!
Are you interested in playing volleyball? We are having tryouts tonight. If you are a freshman please go to the small gym. If you are a sophomore, junior or senior please report to the field house. Tryouts are from 4:00pm to 6:00pm. If you have any questions, please reach out to Alaxandria Battin, head coach.
August 11, 2025
School pictures are August 18th for freshmen and sophomores, and August 19th for juniors and seniors. Students will have their pictures taken during their English classes. Only pictures taken on picture day will be accepted for the yearbook- seniors cannot submit their own.
The 2025-26 yearbook is on sale in room 211 for $60. Students can also purchase a book online at www.yearbookordercenter.com, using order code 8228. No extras will be ordered, so don't miss out!
Any girl interested in girls golf we will have tryouts on Monday Aug. 11th at Highland Springs Golf Course Driving Range 4-5:30pm and Tuesday Aug. 12th at Saukie Golf course 4-6 pm. If you have any questions please reach out to Coach Julie Hudnall.
Tryouts for boys soccer will be held on Monday August 11th and Tuesday August 12th. Sports physicals must be turned in and registering on Snap must be completed before you are able to try out.
Drama Club is having its first informational meeting on Thursday, August 14 at 3:30pm in Room 146. If you want to get involved in plays and musicals as a performer or technician, stop in and meet us!
If you want to join the girls cross country team the first practice will be on Monday, August 11th at 3:45pm. Please meet at the fitness center, bring running apparel and a water bottle.
Any girls interested in playing tennis this fall should come to tryouts on Monday, August 11th. Tryouts will begin at 3:45. Please bring water and athletic wear. You must have an updated physical and Snap! Registration completed to participate. Contact Coach Voss with any questions. Maggi.voss@rimsd41.org
Girls Swim Team Tryouts This Week, Tuesday August 12th, Wednesday August 13th, Thursday August 14th from, 4:00-6:00. Bring: suit, towel and goggles. Lindberg Pool Augustana College 3501 7th Ave Rock Island
Rocky scholars and community members, you’re invited!
Join us for a community dinner at @NEST Cafe on August 14th, from 5 - 8 p.m.! For the first time, our very own Rocky administrators will be volunteering during the evening meal, serving food, greeting guests, and connecting with the community.
Everyone is welcome to enjoy a delicious, pay-what-you-can meal! Come meet your administrators and celebrate the spirit of community PRIDE!
