Rock Island High School

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"

December 4, 2025

Seniors! Now is your chance to win part of nearly $190,000 in scholarship awards just available to Rock Island High School Seniors! Whether you'll be attending a trade/vocational school, a 2-yr community/junior college, or a 4-yr college/university, there may be a scholarship for you! Only one application to complete. The Rock Island-Milan Education Foundation 2026 Scholarship Application is online at www.rimef.org. Deadline is February 27, 2026. Please contact Ms Ponsetto in Rm 142 if you have any questions.

Have you purchased your 2025-26 yearbook yet? You only have a few more weeks! Yearbooks are sold in room 211 until Winter Break. They are $60 and can be purchased with cash or check. They can also be purchased online at www.yearbookordercenter.com, using order code 8228. Don't miss out! No extras will be ordered!

Be part of a tradition at Rocky!  Audition for the 2026 Rocky Talent show.  The theme this year is LOVE IS IN THE AIR.  The date is February 15.  We are looking for any and all kinds of talents.  Auditions are after semester final tests each day in room 117.  You can also email a recording to Mr. Behnke.  Don't miss your chance to shine!

Tonight the 4-1 Rock Island Lady Rocks host the Quincy Blue Devils in the Girls Gym.  Lady Rock Junior Forward Marley Smith will be singing the National Anthem.  Quarry Crazies, the THEME tonight is: JERSEY SHORE! We need a Big Crowd tonight to help us get over the top!  We need your energy!  Let's have our student section loud, and rockin '!!!! Sophs start at 5:30 pm, Varsity to follow at 7:00 pm !!!!! 

ROCKY’S WINTER WONDERLAND ROCKY’S WINTER WONDERLAND Tailgater Join us for an afternoon of winter-themed fun! This special event is FREE for qualifying students CAFETERIA (All detentions but be cleared up by tomorrow, Friday December 5th) packed with activities. DECEMBER 12, 2025 | 3:30-5:30, RIHS CAFETERIA

Lady Rocks Wrestling Makes History in Inaugural Season Last night, the Rock Island Lady Rocks wrestling team—competing in its first year as an official program—earned a historic milestone by winning the first dual meet in school history. The Lady Rocks defeated Sterling High School 42–24, marking an impressive achievement in their inaugural season. Congratulations to the athletes and coaching staff on this outstanding accomplishment.

Join us in a spirited celebration of our Special Olympics Bowlers as they proudly qualify for the state tournament! Let’s show our support by bringing your class to line the halls and cheer loudly for our incredible state qualifiers. ** Details of the Event: Friday, December 5, 2025, Time: 8:00am, Location: First floor. Don’t miss this opportunity to rally behind our exceptional bowlers. Let’s make it a memorable send-off!!!

December 3, 2025

ROCKY’S WINTER WONDERLAND ROCKY’S WINTER WONDERLAND Tailgater Join us for an afternoon of winter-themed fun! This special event is FREE for qualifying students (all detentions must be cleared up by Friday) and packed with activities, DECEMBER 12, 2025 | 3:30-5:30, RIHS CAFETERIA

Be part of a tradition at Rocky!  Audition for the 2026 Rocky Talent show.  The theme this year is LOVE IS IN THE AIR.  The date is February 15.  We are looking for any and all kinds of talents.  Auditions are after semester final tests each day in room 117.  You can also email a recording to Mr. Behnke.  Don't miss your chance to shine!

December 2, 2025


Have you purchased your 2025-26 yearbook yet? You only have a few more weeks! Yearbooks are sold in room 211 until Winter Break. They are $60 and can be purchased with cash or check. They can also be purchased online at www.yearbookordercenter.com, using order code 8228. Don't miss out! No
extras will be ordered!

EAC will be meeting before school Tuesday in the little theater @ 7:30.  Then we will also be
staying after school to work in the greenhouse @ 3:30.

ROCKY’S WINTER WONDERLAND Tailgater: Join us for an afternoon of winter-themed fun! This special event is FREE for qualifying students and packed with activities, including: Music & Dancing | Karaoke |
Cookie Decorating | Gaming Stations | Bling Station | Coloring Station | Food & Drinks (including hot chocolate!) | And so much more! DECEMBER 12, 2025 |3:30-5:30, RIHS CAFETERIA

Seniors! Now is your chance to win part of nearly $190,000 in scholarship awards just available to Rock Island High School Seniors! Whether you'll be attending a trade/vocational school, a 2-yr community/junior
college, or a 4-yr college/university, there may be a scholarship for you! Only one application to complete. The Rock Island-Milan Education Foundation 2026 Scholarship Application is online at www.rimef.org. Deadline is February 27, 2026. Please contact Ms Ponsetto in Rm 142 if you have any questions.

December 1, 2025

Tis the season to get some NEW Rocky Merch! Check out the link in your Google classroom to place your orders by December 1st at Midnight. Great T-shirts, long sleeve shirts, crewnecks, and hoodies are available to get geared up for this basketball and holiday season.  All items are available for purchase by anyone with the QR Code. Purchases may be delivered to your home for a fee or picked up for free on December 12th in the Fieldhouse foyer before the Moline Basketball game. You MUST have an ID to pick up your order.

EAC will be meeting before school Tuesday in the little theater @ 7:30.  Then we will also be staying after school to work in the greenhouse @ 3:30.

Dear RIMSD 41 School Community,

We’re pleased to share that the 2026–2027 and 2027–2028 school calendars are now finalized and available for viewing. These calendars outline key dates for the coming years, including the first and last days of school, breaks, and holidays.

You can access the calendars at: https://www.rimsd41.org/page/school-district-calendars.

Thank you!

The EAC will have a greenhouse workday after school today. Please come to the greenhouse by 3:30. Near room 305.

Tis the season to get some NEW Rocky Merch! Check out the link in your Google classroom to place your orders by December 1st at Midnight. Great T-shirts, long sleeve shirts, crewnecks, and hoodies are available to get geared up for this basketball and holiday season.  All items are available for purchase by anyone with the QR Code. Purchases may be delivered to your home for a fee or picked up for free on December 12th in the Fieldhouse foyer before the Moline Basketball game. You MUST have an ID to pick up your order.

Boys Swimming and Diving Season: November 24th – February 21st.We have swim practice in the evenings at Augustana College: 3501 7th Ave RI To join you must be able to swim one lap without stopping. Required equipment: Swim Suit, Goggles, Towel Come November 24th and 25th at 7:15 pm to try it out. Augustana College Lindburg Pool. Any questions please contact Coach Brown: Rebecca.brown@rimsd41.org

Remind no school Wednesday, November 26- Friday, November 28th

Happy National Substitute Educators Day to our amazing substitutes!

We appreciate each of you for the important role you play in educating our scholars. Thank you for all you do for the RIMSD #41 community.

November 21, 2025

Come out and support our Theatre Program by attending this year’s fall play: THE BOOKSTORE. After inheriting her aunt’s bookstore, Rachel—a struggling NYC professional—considers selling it to a developer. But the shop’s charm, quirky patrons, and devoted employees make her question whether she can truly put a price on a beloved community hub. The show runs Thursday, November 20 through Saturday, November 22, with performances at 7:00 PM each night. Tickets are $5.00 general admission. We hope to see you there!

Tis the season to get some NEW Rocky Merch! Check out the link in your Google classroom to place your orders by December 1st at Midnight. Great T-shirts, long sleeve shirts, crewnecks, and hoodies are available to get geared up for this basketball and holiday season.  All items are available for purchase by anyone with the QR Code. Purchases may be delivered to your home for a fee or picked up for free on December 12th in the Fieldhouse foyer before the Moline Basketball game. You MUST have an ID to pick up your order.

"This Friday the boys basketball program is having their Red/Gold scrimmage in the field house.  The start time is 6pm.  Cost to attend is 5 dollars per person or $20 per family.  We are looking to have a great student section this year so make sure you are there."

Boys Swimming and Diving Season: November 24th – February 21st. We have swim practice in the evenings at Augustana College: 3501 7th Ave RI To join you must be able to swim one lap without stopping. Required equipment: Swim Suit, Goggles, Towel Come November 24th and 25th at 7:15 pm to try it out. Augustana College Lindburg Pool Any questions please contact Coach Brown: Rebecca.brown@rimsd41.org

November 20, 2025

You only have a few weeks left to purchase your 2025-26 yearbook! You can purchase in room 211 with cash or a check, or online at www.yearbookordercenter.com, using order code 8228. Books are on sale until Winter Break. No extras will be ordered, so don't miss out!

Come out and support our Theatre Program by attending this year’s fall play: THE BOOKSTORE. After inheriting her aunt’s bookstore, Rachel—a struggling NYC professional—considers selling it to a developer. But the shop’s charm, quirky patrons, and devoted employees make her question whether she can truly put a price on a beloved community hub. The show runs Thursday, November 20 through Saturday, November 22, with performances at 7:00 PM each night. Tickets are $5.00 general admission. We hope to see you there!

Anyone interested in playing softball this spring we will have a short meeting on Thursday from 3:20-3:40 in Coach Young's Room 129.  It is important that if you plan on playing softball that you attend this short meeting. 

Tis the season to get some NEW Rocky Merch! Check out the link in your Google classroom to place your orders by December 1st at Midnight. Great T-shirts, long sleeve shirts, crewnecks, and hoodies are available to get geared up for this basketball and holiday season.  All items are available for purchase by anyone with the QR Code. Purchases may be delivered to your home for a fee or picked up for free on December 12th in the Fieldhouse foyer before the Moline Basketball game. You MUST have an ID to pick up your order.

Attention Rock Island Fans!!!!  Tonight is the Home opener for the Lady Rocks Basketball Team as the Peoria High Lions come to town!   We want your support, just not tonight, but EVERY home game!  We have the best fans and student sections in the Western Big Six!  Let's show Peoria how ROCKTOWN ROLLS!   The quarry crazies, I hear the THEME tonight is: REG FLAG!! We CANNOT allow them to come to our house and get a win!!!  Our crowd can help us get over the top!  We need your energy!  Let's have our student section loud!  Sophs start at 5pm, Varsity to follow at 6:30!!!!! 

SEE YALL THERE #ROCKTOWN4LIFE

"This Friday the boys basketball program is having their Red/Gold scrimmage in the field house.  The start time is 6pm.  Cost to attend is 5 dollars per person or $20 per family.  We are looking to have a great student section this year so make sure you are there

November 19, 2025

You only have a few weeks left to purchase your 2025-26 yearbook! You can purchase in room 211 with cash or a check, or online at www.yearbookordercenter.com, using order code 8228. Books are on sale until Winter Break. No extras will be ordered, so don't miss out!

Culture Club is meeting Wednesday after school in room 119 to continue planning for Culture Fest. We've chosen the theme "Play the game, live the culture". Help make this year's event a success. All are welcome!

11/20 we have Sgt. Boclair with the Marines from 11:30-1:00 in the cafeteria.

Come out and support our Theatre Program by attending this year’s fall play: THE BOOKSTORE. After inheriting her aunt’s bookstore, Rachel—a struggling NYC professional—considers selling it to a developer. But the shop’s charm, quirky patrons, and devoted employees make her question whether she can truly put a price on a beloved community hub. The show runs Thursday, November 20 through Saturday, November 22, with performances at 7:00 PM each night. Tickets are $5.00 general admission. We hope to see you there!

Anyone interested in playing softball this spring we will have a short meeting on Thursday from 3:20-3:40 in Coach Young's Room 129.  It is important that if you plan on playing softball that you attend this short meeting. 

EAC is having a workday Wednesday after school. We will be clearing the butterfly garden for the winter. Please come to room 29.

All band students report to the band room during your 8th hour today

November 18, 2025

Culture Club is meeting Wednesday after school in room 119 to continue planning for Culture Fest. We've chosen the theme "Play the game, live the culture". Help make this year's event a success. All are welcome!

On 11/18 we have Sgt. Mitchell with the army from 11:30-1:00 in the cafeteria. Be sure to stop by with any questions you may have!

On 11/20 we have Sgt. Boclair with the Marines from 11:30-1:00 in the cafeteria.

Come out and support our Theatre Program by attending this year’s fall play: THE BOOKSTORE. After inheriting her aunt’s bookstore, Rachel—a struggling NYC professional—considers selling it to a developer. But the shop’s charm, quirky patrons, and devoted employees make her question whether she can truly put a price on a beloved community hub. The show runs Thursday, November 20 through Saturday, November 22, with performances at 7:00 PM each night. Tickets are $5.00 general admission. We hope to see you there!

EAC is having a workday Wednesday after school. We will be clearing the butterfly garden for the winter. Please come to room 29.

November 17, 2025

Esports- Just a reminder that those going on the Black Hawk College trip after school need to meet in room 322. We will walk to the bus together and it will pick us up in front of the school. See Mrs. Vroman if you have any questions

EAC meeting tomorrow morning before school 7:30 AM in the little theater. Hope to see you there. 

You only have a few weeks left to purchase your 2025-26 yearbook! You can purchase in room 211 with cash or a check, or online at www.yearbookordercenter.com, using order code 8228. Books are on sale until Winter Break. No extras will be ordered, so don't miss out!

Culture Club is meeting Wednesday after school in room 119 to continue planning for Culture Fest. We've chosen the theme "Play the game, live the culture". Help make this year's event a success. All are welcome!

November 14, 2025

November 14th we have Iowa State University in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00 PM. If you are interested please stop by and speak with Mr. Heinrichs. (admissions counselor)

Any girls interested in playing soccer this spring, there will be an Open Gym today after school in the stadium from 3:45 - 4:45.  Bring your cleats and shin guards.

🖤 Rocky’s Gray Matter Collective Merch Store is Now Open! 🖤

Support The Gray Matters Collective and help raise awareness for mental health by grabbing your official Rocky Gray Matters gear! From cozy hoodies to tees, every purchase helps spread the message that it’s okay to not be okay. 🛍️ Store closes today, November 14th, so don’t wait — order your merch today!

👉 https://stores.inksoft.com/rock_island_gray_matters_2025/shop/home

Let’s show our support, start conversations, and wear our purpose proudly. 💪🧠

#GrayMattersCollective #RockyPride #MentalHealthAwareness

Student IDs are required to be worn at all times while on campus. If you do not have an ID, your teacher can email the deans complex to have an additional ID printed for you which will then be delivered to your class.

Students looking to attend any basketball games will be required to show their 25-26 school issued ID. Any students that have unserved detentions will not be allowed to attend the games. If you have any questions, please see your Dean.

Congratulations to our very own Kyle Hoffman, who has been named the 2025 State Division Assistant Athletic Director of the Year by the Illinois Athletic Directors Association (IADA)! His leadership, dedication, and passion for supporting student-athletes have made a lasting impact on our programs and school community. We’re incredibly proud of this well-deserved recognition.

Kyle will be honored and presented with a plaque at the IADA State Conference Awards Dinner in March 2026.

November 12, 2025

🖤 Rocky’s Gray Matter Collective Merch Store is Now Open! 🖤Support The Gray Matters Collective and help raise awareness for mental health by grabbing your official Rocky Gray Matters gear! From cozy hoodies to tees, every purchase helps spread the message that it’s okay to not be okay.

🛍️ Store closes November 14th, so don’t wait — order your merch today!

 https://stores.inksoft.com/rock_island_gray_matters_2025/shop/home

Let’s show our support, start conversations, and wear our purpose proudly. 💪🧠 #GrayMattersCollective #RockyPride #MentalHealthAwareness

For any girls interested in playing soccer this spring, there will be a meeting Wednesday November 12th at 3:35 in the island.  Please be there to receive information regarding open gyms, Remind and GroupMe codes, and other important information. 

Yearbooks are on sale in room 211 or online at www.yearbookordercenter.com. Use order code 8228. Yearbooks are only on sale for a few more weeks, through Winter Break, so don't miss out! No extras will be ordered!

Any young men interested in participating in track and field who are not in a winter sport should attend a meeting in room 303 after school on Wednesday.

On November 13th we have Western IL University will be here in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00 PM. Be sure to stop by and meet with Mr. Ruiz if you have any questions about WIU!

November 14th we have Iowa State University in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00 PM. If you are interested please stop by and speak with Mr. Heinrichs. (admissions counselor)

The EAC is working in the greenhouse after school today please join us.

November 12, 2025

🖤 Rocky’s Gray Matter Collective Merch Store is Now Open! 🖤Support The Gray Matters Collective and help raise awareness for mental health by grabbing your official Rocky Gray Matters gear! From cozy hoodies to tees, every purchase helps spread the message that it’s okay to not be okay.

🛍️ Store closes November 14th, so don’t wait — order your merch today!

 https://stores.inksoft.com/rock_island_gray_matters_2025/shop/home

Let’s show our support, start conversations, and wear our purpose proudly. 💪🧠 #GrayMattersCollective #RockyPride #MentalHealthAwareness

For any girls interested in playing soccer this spring, there will be a meeting Wednesday November 12th at 3:35 in the island.  Please be there to receive information regarding open gyms, Remind and GroupMe codes, and other important information. 

Yearbooks are on sale in room 211 or online at www.yearbookordercenter.com. Use order code 8228. Yearbooks are only on sale for a few more weeks, through Winter Break, so don't miss out! No extras will be ordered!

Any young men interested in participating in track and field who are not in a winter sport should attend a meeting in room 303 after school on Wednesday.

On November 13th we have Western IL University will be here in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00 PM. Be sure to stop by and meet with Mr. Ruiz if you have any questions about WIU!

November 14th we have Iowa State University in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00 PM. If you are interested please stop by and speak with Mr. Heinrichs. (admissions counselor)

The EAC is working in the greenhouse after school today please join us.