Happy April, Rock Island-Milan!
Here are some important dates to keep in mind for this month.
Rock Island-Milan,
There’s still time to participate in the RIHS Culture Fest and order a t-shirt! The deadline to sign up and complete your purchase is Sunday, May 3.
Visit the 2026 Culture Fest website to learn more!
April 28, 2026
Prom Tickets- Students can only purchase them before school, after school, and during lunch. Please do not send them during your class periods to buy tickets. They will be sent back.
Do not send students down during class time for them to pay their fees. Mrs. Nevener will take fees before school starts or during their lunch times only.
Attention all students- we will be having an EICC representative in on April 29th for any student interested in learning more about their veterinary technician program. If you're interested in attending one of the 25-minute sessions, please go to the counseling office and sign up ASAP. There are very limited spots available, so make sure to sign up right away to save your spot.
Wednesday April 29th, we have Muscatine Community College coming in from 10:00-12:00 to share information about the Veterinary Tech Program. They will be located in the counseling conference room. Please be sure to sign up ASAP. As mentioned, spots are limited.
Congratulations to Elliot Batz! On Saturday night, Elliot broke a Rocky boys’ track and field record in the 1600 meter run that had been standing since 1989.
“Cheer tryouts will be the week of May 11th-15th in the fieldhouse
- Clinics to learn the material will be on Monday, the 11th and Tuesday, the 12th
From 3:45- 5:45
- There will be an open gym on Thursday, the 14th to review from 3:45-5:45
- Tryouts will be on Friday, the 15th starting at 3:45”
Fresh Films WILL NOT be meeting after school today. We'll meet after school Wednesday and Thursday at 3:30.
April 27, 2026
"If you are bringing a Rocky student to prom, they must come to the window with an ID to purchase a ticket with you. Their fee and discipline standing must also meet the requirements."
"Tickets will be sold Monday through Thursday ONLY. There will be no tickets sold on Friday."
Please do not send students down to the main office during class time to pay fees. They can pay them before school or during their lunch time.
Wednesday April 29th, we have Muscatine Community College coming in from 10:00-12:00 to share information about the Veterinary Tech Program. They will be located in the counseling conference room. Please be sure to sign up ASAP. As mentioned, spots are limited.
“Cheer tryouts will be the week of May 11th-15th in the fieldhouse
- Clinics to learn the material will be on Monday, the 11th and Tuesday, the 12th from 3:45-5:45
- There will be an open gym on Thursday, the 14th to review from 3:45-5:45
- Tryouts will be on Friday, the 15th starting at 3:45”
EAC announcements: We will be working in the butterfly garden after school today. If it is raining we will work in the greenhouse. Also we will be recycling before school tomorrow. Both meet in room 29.
Attention all students- we will be having an EICC representative in on April 29th for any student interested in learning more about their veterinary technician program. If you're interested in attending one of the 25-minute sessions, please go to the counseling office and sign up ASAP. There are very limited spots available, so make sure to sign up right away to save your spot.
Do you love to sing and perform? Do you love being part of a group that challenges you and has more fun than the average student group? Chamber Singers is the place for you! Auditions for Chamber Singers will be held on Tuesday, April 28, beginning at 7am. This group of elite singers performs regularly around Rock Island and the QC. If you're interested, come talk Mr. Voigt or Mrs. Phillips in Room 220 to get an audition packet and ask any questions.
The spirit shop is open this Wednesday during all lunches. The shop is full of shirts, hoodies, Jackets, and a few hats, There's plenty of 2023 homecoming t-shirts for $1, along with 2025 dance marathon shirts also at $1. Only cash will be accepted.
The meeting will feature a presentation from Principal Melody, followed by a focused discussion on Budget, Planning, Transparency, and Federal Funding.
We hope you can join us!
April 24, 2026
Attention all students- we will be having an EICC representative in on April 29th for any student interested in learning more about their veterinary technician program. If you're interested in attending one of the 25-minute sessions, please go to the counseling office and sign up ASAP. There are very limited spots available, so make sure to sign up right away to save your spot.
Do you love to sing and perform? Do you love being part of a group that challenges you and has more fun than the average student group? Chamber Singers is the place for you! Auditions for Chamber Singers will be held on Tuesday, April 28, beginning at 7am. This group of elite singers performs regularly around Rock Island and the QC. If you're interested, come talk Mr. Voigt or Mrs. Phillips in Room 220 to get an audition packet and ask any questions.
Prom tickets will be sold next week, Monday through Thursday only at the bookstore window.
Tickets will NOT be sold on Friday. Cost is $20 per ticket.
To purchase a ticket, you must: Have all fees paid Have all detentions served Bring a student ID with a clear photo. Don’t wait till you go to buy your ticket to find out you have fees. See Mrs. Nevener for school fees in the Main Office or Mrs. Maloney in athletics for sports fees. Don’t wait—check now!
If you have fees you will not be able to buy prom tickets!!!
Families, it’s time to register your child(ren) for the 2026–2027 school year! Online registration is now open.
Proof of residency is required for all new students, as well as those entering Kindergarten, 6th grade, or 9th grade.
Visit rimsd41.org/registration for more information and to get started!
April 23, 2026
This week is your last chance to complete and turn in a guest form for prom. The forms are available at the bookstore window and MUST be turned in to the main office by Friday... NO EXCEPTIONS.
Tickets are on sale next week Monday through Thursday at the bookstore window.
Tickets will not be sold on Friday. Ticket price is $20.00 per ticket. You must have fees paid and detentions served before coming to the window. Please have your ID ready to present with your photo and name clearly visible. Don’t know if you have fees, see Mrs. Nevener in the Main Office for school fees or see Mrs. Maloney in Athletics for sports fees. Don’t wait—check now!
April 23rd we have the Marines in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00. Be sure to stop by and see Sgt. Boclair if you have any questions or are interested.
Attention all students- we will be having an EICC representative in on April 29th for any student interested in learning more about their veterinary technician program. If you're interested in attending one of the 25-minute sessions, please go to the counseling office and sign up ASAP. There are very limited spots available, so make sure to sign up right away to save your spot.
Do you love to sing and perform? Do you love being part of a group that challenges you and has more fun than the average student group? Chamber Singers is the place for you! Auditions for Chamber Singers will be held on Tuesday, April 28, beginning at 7am. This group of elite singers performs regularly around Rock Island and the QC. If you're interested, come talk Mr. Voigt or Mrs. Phillips in Room 220 to get an audition packet and ask any questions.
"All EL Seniors need to see Mrs. Schrup in Room 131 to get their permission slips for the Wednesday April 29th Field Trip coming up. She will make sure you get a pass back to class."
All EL seniors Mrs. Schrup want to meet you on the Island after school today, Thursday April 23rd to hand out permission slips for our field trip next Wednesday. It will just be a quick 5 min meeting.
Take a look at how our scholars across the district celebrated and recognized this special day!
April 22, 2026
The Rock Island High School Choirs performed at the IHSA Organizational Contest last Friday, earning three Grade One ratings for the Treble Choir, Bass Choir, and Mixed Choir. Congratulations to these groups for their hard work and success!
Do you love to sing and perform? Do you love being part of a group that challenges you and has more fun than the average student group? Chamber Singers is the place for you! Auditions for Chamber Singers will be held on Tuesday, April 28, beginning at 7am. This group of elite singers performs regularly around Rock Island and the QC. If you're interested, come talk Mr. Voigt or Mrs. Phillips in Room 220 to get an audition packet and ask any questions.
April 23rd we have the Marines in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00. Be sure to stop by and see Sgt. Boclair if you have any questions or are interested.
This week is your last chance to complete and turn in a guest form for prom. The forms are available at the bookstore window and MUST be turned in to the main office by Friday... NO EXCEPTIONS.
Tickets are on sale next week Monday through Thursday at the bookstore window. Tickets will not be sold on Friday. Ticket price is $20.00 per ticket. Please have your ID ready to present with your photo and name clearly visible. You must have fees paid. Not sure if you have fees, see Mrs. Nevener in the Main Office with any questions about your school fees, sports fees check with Mrs. Maloney. Don’t wait till next week, check now.
Attention all students- we will be having an EICC representative in on April 29th for any student interested in learning more about their veterinary technician program. If you're interested in attending one of the 25-minute sessions, please go to the counseling office and sign up ASAP. There are very limited spots available, so make sure to sign up right away to save your spot.
The EAC will be picking up the Rocky grounds after school today for EARTH DAY! Please join us in room 29. We will have gloves and bags available.
Happy Earth Day! Please consider adopting some of the following habits.
- Recycle materials when you are done with them.
- Reuse materials, many people throw items away after one use that can easily be reused.
- Reduce: reevaluate what you use and consider using less, like carpooling.
- Soiled food containers are not recycled, please avoid placing food or liquids into recycling bins.
April 21, 2026
This week is your last chance to complete and turn in a guest form for prom. The forms are available at the bookstore window and MUST be turned in to the main office by Friday... NO EXCEPTIONS.
Tickets are on sale next week Monday through Thursday at the bookstore window.
Tickets will not be sold on Friday. Ticket price is $20.00 per ticket.
Have no OSS after January 6. You must have fees paid. Not sure if you have fee’s see Mrs. Nevener in the Main Office with any questions about your school fees. Don’t wait till next week, check now.
Detentions served by Thursday, April 23rd, before coming to the window.
Detentions can still be served during 9th hour (3:30–4:30) in the library. Please have your ID ready to present with your photo and name clearly visible.
Good morning today, April 21st, there will be a meeting for all students that intend to take AP tests. The meeting will take place in the Auditorium during 3rd period. Students that have elected to take the exam should report to the auditorium, once the announcement is made. During the meeting students will receive a letter stating the date as well as the arrival times for morning and afternoon times tests. You will have an opportunity to ask questions during this meeting.
Today, April 21st we have Lora's College visiting in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00. If you are interested or have any questions please make sure to stop by and meet with their admissions director Rob Stallion.
April 23rd we have the Marines in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00. Be sure to stop by and see Sgt. Boclair if you have any questions or are interested.
"All Students taking Seal of Biliteracy need to report to Room 131 Wednesday morning for testing. Also, All testers must go to 131 Monday or Tuesday to check in with Mrs. Schrup prior to the test for important test information. She will give you a pass back to class."
The spirit shop is open this Wednesday during all lunches. The shop is full of shirts, hoodies, Jackets, and a few hats, There's plenty of 2023 homecoming t-shirts for $1, along with 2025 dance marathon shirts also at $1. Only cash will be accepted.
Attention all students- we will be having an EICC representative in on April 29th for any student interested in learning more about their veterinary technician program. If you're interested in attending one of the 25-minute sessions, please go to the counseling office and sign up ASAP. There are very limited spots available, so make sure to sign up right away to save your spot.
A big shoutout to all the incredible administrative professionals across our district! Thank you for keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes. Your hard work and dedication make a difference every day. ✨
From left to right: Teacher Cassandra Salas-Mikaio, Principal Joey DiIulio, Principal Patrick Versluis, Superintendent Dr. Sharon Williams, Teacher Angie Paprocki, and Instructional Coach Bettina McWilliams.
April 17, 2026
Prom guest forms are now available at the bookstore window. Completed forms are due back in the main office for approval BEFORE Friday, April 24. Reminder that all guest that are out of the Rock Island Milan school district will need to bring a current school ID in order to get into The Stern Center.
Juniors and Seniors, Prom Tickets will be going on sale for $20 each April 27th through April 30th at the bookstore. In order to purchase a ticket, you must have all detentions served, have no OSS after January 6th, have no student-accrued fees, and have a student ID with a visible photo. Prom tickets can be purchased starting April 27th before school, during lunch, or after school.
There is a mandatory meeting for students taking AP EXAMS on Tuesday, April 21st during 3rd period in the Auditorium. Please report to the Auditorium at the beginning of the period. Important testing information will be shared at that time.
Graduation is at The Vibrant Arena @ The Mark, 1201 River Dr, Moline, IL 61265. May30th at 10:00am. More information will come later.
We are thrilled to announce Dr. Yolanda Grandberry Pugh as the new Dean of Students at Rock Island High School, beginning in the 2026-2027 school year!
Dr. Grandberry-Pugh currently serves as the Interim Dean at RIHS. She is a 20-year veteran of the district and has served as a teacher in the English department at RIHS, principal designee at one of the elementary schools in the district, and is a participant in the newly formed Aspiring Leaders Academy.
Congratulations, Dr. Grandberry Pugh!
Rocky pride was on full display last night as we celebrated our Rocky Special Olympics bowling and basketball teams, as well our Rocky Swim Team at the April 14 Board of Education meeting!
The Special Olympics basketball team earned an incredible 2nd-place finish at the state tournament – an outstanding accomplishment that reflects their hard work, determination, and teamwork. Congratulations to coaches Jeff Martens, Lisa Martens, and Meghan Miers for their leadership in guiding our team to this outstanding achievement!
We couldn’t be prouder to celebrate our two incredible RIHS Special Olympics bowlers, David Pack-Lewis and Izaak McMeans, for placing first and second in state! Special shoutout to their dedicated coach, Stacy Rel.
We are also especially proud of Andrew Oliver and Nathan Anderson for representing Rocky at the state level for diving and the 100-meter butterfly! We extend our appreciation to Head Coach Rebecca Brown and Head Boys Diving Coach Sarah Fueling for their leadership in guiding this team to success!
Well deserved, and congratulations to all involved!
Prom guest forms are now available at the bookstore window. If you are bringing a guest from outside our district remember that they will also need to bring their student ID with in order to enter The Stern Center. Completed forms are due back in the main office for approval BEFORE Friday, April 24. No guest forms will be accepted after this date.
Prom is May 2nd from 7:00pm-10pm at The Stern Center. April 27-30, 2026- Ticket Sales during lunchtime. Cost: $20
All boys interested in Boy’s Basketball that are not in a spring sport. We are going to be having
a meeting on Monday April 13th at 3:30pm. The meeting will be in the Field
House. At this meeting we will be discussing the Spring Workout schedule.
Tuesday, April 14th – 9th grade will test, all other grade levels will have E- Learning Day. Wednesday, April 15th- 10th grade will test, all other grade levels will have E-Learning Day.
Thursday, April 16th - 11th grade testing, all other grade levels will have an E- Learning Day
Testing starts at 8:30am and you will dismiss around 11:50. Breakfast will be provided from 7:45am-8:15 and lunch will also be provided from 11:50am-12:20pm.
EAC will recycling after school today and working in the garden/greenhouse. Please come to room 29 after school.
Seniors if you have not picked up your cap and gown please stop by the bookstore during your lunch time to get that.
Graduation is May 30, 10:00am at The Vibrant Arena at The Mark
April 23-25 - RIHS Spring Musical in the RIHS Auditorium- Mathilda
April 10, 2026
Prom guest forms are now available at the bookstore window. Completed forms are due back in the main office for approval BEFORE Friday, April 24.
Rock Island High School students, if you are bringing a guest to Prom from outside our district they must bring their current student ID# to be able to enter The Stern Center
All boys interested in Boy’s Basketball that are not in a spring sport. We are going to be having a meeting on Monday April 13th at 3:30pm. The meeting will be in the Field House. At this meeting we will be discussing the Spring Workout schedule.