Happy September!
Here are some important dates to keep in mind this month!
Here are some important dates to keep in mind this month!
Dear RIMSD41 Families,
The safety and well-being of our student-athletes is our top priority. Due to the extreme temperatures forecasted for Friday, September 4, the freshman football game against Geneseo has been rescheduled.
Updated schedule:
Varsity: Friday, September 4 at 7:00 PM at Home — Game will proceed as scheduled
Freshman: Monday, September 7 at 11:00 AM at Geneseo
JV: Monday, September 7 at 1:00 PM at Geneseo
To clarify, there will be no freshman game this Friday night. The freshman game has been moved to Monday at 11:00 AM, with the JV game following at 1:00 PM. The varsity game will still take place this Friday at 7:00 PM at Rock Island.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we prioritize the health and safety of our student-athletes during the extreme heat.
The safety and well-being of our student-athletes is our top priority. Due to the extreme temperatures forecasted for Friday, September 4, the freshman football game against Geneseo has been rescheduled.
Updated schedule:
Varsity: Friday, September 4 at 7:00 PM at Home — Game will proceed as scheduled
Freshman: Monday, September 7 at 11:00 AM at Geneseo
JV: Monday, September 7 at 1:00 PM at Geneseo
To clarify, there will be no freshman game this Friday night. The freshman game has been moved to Monday at 11:00 AM, with the JV game following at 1:00 PM. The varsity game will still take place this Friday at 7:00 PM at Rock Island.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we prioritize the health and safety of our student-athletes during the extreme heat.
September 3, 2026
Student parking tags ARE required to park in the student lot even if you are not painting your spot. Stop by the bookstore to pick up an application. The basic parking tags are no cost this year thanks to the Illinois Army National Guard. Be sure to get yours right away as enforcement will start after Labor Day. Staff, contact the bookstore if you still need your 2026-2027 tag. Tags need to be purchased no later than Sept. 18th….citations may be issued stating Sept. 21st for any student without a tag on their vehicle.
Starting next week only students that have purchased and painted their spot or bumper may park in that spot. Any student parking in a reserved spot that does not belong to them will incur a fine.
German club will meet after school today from 3:30 until 4:30 in room 221.
Champions are made in the off season! Attention all wrestlers. If you are not out for a fall sport or activity we would like you to join us for open mats on Mondays and Wednesdays right after school in the Fitness Center.
LASO will meet on Thursday after school in room 126
All detentions must be served prior to entering any athletic activities. Students have the opportunity to serve detentions during lunches and after school. On a typical day, students can serve a total of 1 and 1/2 hours.
Only two days left to claim your spot. This Saturday we will be painting student reserved spots, come out and join in on the fun.
Starting next week only students that have purchased and painted their spot or bumper may park in that spot. Any student parking in a reserved spot that does not belong to them will incur a fine.
🍎 Fresh produce. Healthy habits. Bright futures. 🥕
Across Rock Island-Milan School District 41, scholars are enjoying fresh fruits and vegetables while discovering nutritious foods that support their growth, wellness, and success.
Behind this initiative is our incredible Nutrition Services team, whose dedication ensures scholars have access to fresh, nutritious options that fuel learning and help them thrive. Their work goes far beyond preparing meals – they create positive experiences that support the well-being of every scholar, every day.
This initiative reflects our 2030 Strategic Plan – Priority 5: We will nurture relationships and connections with all members of our school community.
Watch how our Nutrition Services team is making fresh, healthy choices possible for our scholars!
Be Part of Rock Island High School Homecoming 2026! 🏈
Rock Island High School invites school clubs, local businesses, community partners, and organizations to join in the excitement of Homecoming 2026 on September 25!
Whether participating in the celebration, showing school spirit, or representing your organization, there’s an opportunity to be part of this special tradition.
Sign up and view more details: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdBbft5KmoA9UE6rPXk9Tu34hw0PRCsz1lWBKYHQhMXL97r8g/viewform
September 2, 2026
Student parking tags ARE required to park in the student lot even if you are not painting your spot. Stop by the bookstore to pick up an application. The basic parking tags are no cost this year thanks to the Illinois Army National Guard. Be sure to get yours right away as enforcement will start after Labor Day. Staff, contact the bookstore if you still need your 2026-2027 tag.
ID UP- Are you planning on attending any Rocky events? NO ID = NO ENTRY, to school events, games, dances & activities
Paint to park sale is still ongoing. Students that have already purchased a spot should submit their idea to Mr. Campbell for clearance. The painting event will take place on Sept 5th from 8-12pm. Paint to park is open to all juniors and seniors.
The first Reading Rocks meeting of the year is Thursday during homeroom in the library. You must sign up in advance using the form on the library's Google classroom. See Mrs. Mendelin or Mrs. Curtiss if you need the classroom code.
Champions are made in the off season! Attention all wrestlers. If you are not out for a fall sport or activity we would like you to join us for open mats on Mondays and Wednesdays right after school in the Fitness Center.
Culture Club will have its next meeting Wednesday after school in room 119. We'll be sharing a photo and brainstorming some ideas for our Culture Fest theme. All are welcome!
LASO will meet on Thursday after school in room 126
Silver Cord SENIORS, please email Mr. Dunker if you plan on earning your silver cord.
All RIMSD41 facilities will be closed on Monday, September 7, to observe Labor Day. We'll resume normal hours on Tuesday, September 8.
We're excited to resume our RIMSD Shout-Out Series for the 2026-2027 school year, recognizing the incredible team members who make a difference in the lives of our scholars every day.
We're proud to share our August 2026 Shout-Outs and celebrate the educators, support staff, administrators, and team members who help our district thrive. Thank you to everyone who took the time to recognize a colleague - your kind works help shine a light on the people who make RISMD such a special place!
View all our shout-outs: https://www.rimsd41.org/page/2026-2027-rimsd-shout-outs
This series supports our 2030 Strategic Plan - Priority 5: We will nurture relationships and connections with all members of our school community.
Learn more about our 2030 Strategic Plan: https://www.rimsd41.org/page/strategic-plan-3
September 1, 2026
Join us tomorrow, September 2nd at 7:15am in room 158 for our first Gray Matters meeting of the year. Come see what Gray Matters is all about. See Mrs. Greenwood or Mrs. Hayek with any questions.
Paint to park sale is still ongoing. Students that have already purchased a spot should submit their idea to Mr. Campbell for clearance. The painting event will take place on Sept 5th from 8-12pm. Paint to park is open to all juniors and seniors.
"There will be a meeting for anyone interested in hosting a German exchange student this fall on Tuesday, Sep. 1st at 5:30 p.m. in the RIHS Library."
The first Reading Rocks meeting of the year is Thursday during homeroom in the library. You must sign up in advance using the form on the library's Google classroom. See Mrs. Mendelin or Mrs. Curtiss if you need the classroom code.
Champions are made in the off season! Attention all wrestlers. If you are not out for a fall sport or activity we would like you to join us for open mats on Mondays and Wednesdays right after school in the Fitness Center.
Culture Club will have its next meeting Wednesday after school in room 119. We'll be sharing a photo and brainstorming some ideas for our Culture Fest theme. All are welcome!
Drama Club Members! Reminder that we have a meeting on Thursday at 3:30pm. Bring your t-shirt designs with you!
PAINT YOUR PARKING SPOT! — SALE STILL ONGOING! The Paint-to-Park sale is still ongoing! This opportunity is open to all juniors and seniors. If you have already purchased a parking spot, please submit your design idea to Mr. Campbell for approval before painting. 🎨 Painting Event: Saturday, September 5 ⏰ 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Mid term grades will be out soon- need some extra support. Please follow this link for updated information on 9th Hour and Catch-up Academy: https://tinyurl.com/2s3p2dtp.
August 31, 2026
Paint to park sale is still ongoing. Students that have already purchased a spot should submit their idea to Mr. Campbell for clearance. The painting event will take place on Sept 5th from 8-12pm. Paint to park is open to all juniors and seniors.
Want to spend an amazing year in another country? Be an exchange student for the Rock Island Rotary club. Lots of countries to choose from. We will have an informational meeting Monday, August 31 at 7 pm on the Island at the High School. Come find out what it is all about!
Attention all boys who are interested in basketball that are not currently in a fall sport. There will be a meeting Monday August 31st at 3:30pm in room 232 - Coach Polite’s Health Room. 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.
EAC is working after school today please come to room 29. EAC is recycling tomorrow before school. Please come to room 29 @7:25 AM.
"There will be a meeting for anyone interested in hosting a German exchange student this fall on Tuesday, Sep. 1st at 5:30 p.m. in the RIHS Library."
August 26, 2026
Half day, Tomorrow, August 27th. Dismissal is at 11:19. Remind your parents and make sure you know how you will be getting home before you come to school.
Paint your parking spot, Express yourself. Park with Pride!!! See the flyer in the Main Office or ask
Mr. Campbell, Assistant Principal for more information
Attention students in grades 9 through 12. If you need credit recovery or if you have fallen behind in your classes, join us for 9th Hour each day from 3:30 - 4:30 in the school library. 9th Hour will be open every regular school day to work on credit recovery or make up any late or missing work in your regular classes. Any time spent working on assignments can also be used to take off your detention time.
There will be a National Honor Society meeting for all members this Thursday morning at 7:20 in the auditorium. Please make sure you have your ID on and around your neck in order to get into the building that morning. See you soon!
EAC elections are now open until Friday, please reply to your email to vote.
We are having our first half day on Thursday, August 27th. Student dismissal is at 11:19. Lunch will be served from 11:23- 11:53. Please let your students know before school on Thursday how they will be getting home. Thank you
August 21, 2026
RIHS will be administering the PSAT/NMSQT during Fall Intersession on Wednesday, October 14th, at 8:00 a.m. Juniors and sophomores interested in taking the test can register in the Main Office with Mrs. Nevener. The cost is $18 The PSAT/NMSQT is a great opportunity to practice for the ACT or SAT, get familiar with the testing experience, and potentially qualify for National Merit recognition and scholarships.
Auditions for the fall play Radium Girls will be Tuesday, August 25 and Wednesday, August 26 at 3:30pm in the Little Theatre. See Mrs. Foster if you have questions.
Attention students in grades 9 through 12. If you need credit recovery or if you have fallen behind in your classes, join us for 9th Hour each day from 3:30 - 4:30 in the school library. 9th Hour will be open every regular school day to work on credit recovery or make up any late or missing work in your regular classes. Any time spent working on assignments can also be used to take off your detention time.
The first meeting of the Reading Rocks book club will be Thursday, Sept. 3 during homeroom. See Mrs. Mendelin or Mrs. Curtiss in the library to join, and get a copy of our first book, Not So Pure and Simple, by our upcoming visiting author, Lamar Giles. Everyone is welcome!
August 20, 2026
Yearbooks are on sale online or in room 211. Yearbooks cost $60. You can purchase online at www.yearbookordercenter.com, using order code 8228. Yearbooks purchased in school can be purchased with cash or a check. Yearbooks are on sale until Winter Break. No extras will be ordered, so don't miss out!
RIHS will be administering the PSAT/NMSQT during Fall Intersession on Wednesday, October 14th, at 8:00 a.m. Juniors and sophomores interested in taking the test can register in the Main Office with Mrs. Nevener. The cost is $18, and registration will be open August 17th through August 21st.
The PSAT/NMSQT is a great opportunity to practice for the ACT or SAT, get familiar with the testing experience, and potentially qualify for National Merit recognition and scholarships.
Auditions for the fall play Radium Girls will be Tuesday, August 25 and Wednesday, August 26 at 3:30pm in the Little Theatre. See Mrs. Foster if you have questions.
Any interested softball player should stop by Mrs. Young's room on Thursday from 3:18-3:30 to fill out a quick form. If you cannot make the meeting please reach out to Mrs. Young at some point this week. Her room is 129
Attention students in grades 9 through 12. If you need credit recovery or if you have fallen behind in your classes, join us for 9th Hour each day from 3:30 - 4:30 in the school library. 9th Hour will be open every regular school day to work on credit recovery or make up any late or missing work in your regular classes. Any time spent working on assignments can also be used to take off your detention time.
Rock Island-Milan School Community,
Please join us for our first Committee of the Whole meeting of the 2026–2027 school year on Tuesday, August 25, at 6 p.m. at Rock Island Academy.
The meeting will feature a presentation from Principal Dr. Thomas Ryan, with the Committee of the Whole focusing on Supporting Scholars with Disabilities.
Join us for this important conversation as we work together to support our scholars, schools, and community. We hope to see you there!
Please join us for our first Committee of the Whole meeting of the 2026–2027 school year on Tuesday, August 25, at 6 p.m. at Rock Island Academy.
The meeting will feature a presentation from Principal Dr. Thomas Ryan, with the Committee of the Whole focusing on Supporting Scholars with Disabilities.
Join us for this important conversation as we work together to support our scholars, schools, and community. We hope to see you there!
August 19, 2026
Any interested softball player should stop by Mrs. Young's room on Thursday from 3:18-3:30 to fill out a quick form. If you cannot make the meeting please reach out to Mrs. Young at some point this week. Her room is 129
Yearbooks are on sale online or in room 211. Yearbooks cost $60. You can purchase online at www.yearbookordercenter.com, using order code 8228. Yearbooks purchased in school can be purchased with cash or a check. Yearbooks are on sale until Winter Break. No extras will be ordered, so don't miss out!
Seniors there is a flyer in your google classroom, if you just want to order your cap and gown please see the flyer that is attached. If you want to order other items you will need to look at the order form that was in the packet from Jostens. Jostens will be back on August 25th in the cafeteria.
Culture Club is a group at Rocky dedicated to celebrating the wonderful diversity at our school. We will have our first meeting of the year this Wednesday after school in room 119. All are welcome!
Wednesday
Attention students in grades 9 through 12. If you need credit recovery or if you have fallen behind in your classes, join us for 9th Hour starting this today from 3:30 - 4:30 in the school library. 9th Hour will be open every regular school day to work on credit recovery or make up any late or missing work in your regular classes. Any time spent working on assignments can also be used to take off your detention time.
Auditions for the fall play Radium Girls will be Tuesday, August 25 and Wednesday, August 26 at 3:30pm in the Little Theatre. See Mrs. Foster if you have questions.
Please see the information for PSAT/ NMSQT testing.
Please see the flyer for the cap and gown order form
August 14, 2026
Yearbooks are on sale online or in room 211. Yearbooks cost $60. You can purchase online at www.yearbookordercenter.com, using order code 8228. Yearbooks purchased in school can be purchased with cash or a check. Yearbooks are on sale until Winter Break. No extras will be ordered, so don't miss out!
Yearbook pictures will be next week on August 18th and 19th. Freshmen and sophomores will get their pictures taken on the 18th during their English classes. Juniors and seniors will get their pictures taken on August 19th during their English classes. Picture forms will be available in students' English classes, too.
Rally at the Rock and Red and Gold Game today, August 14, 2026 Rally at the Rock- 3:30 PM Red and Gold Games- 5:00 PM
RIHS will be administering the PSAT/NMSQT during Fall Intersession on Wednesday, October 14th, at 8:00 a.m. Juniors and sophomores interested in taking the test can register in the Main Office with Mrs. Nevener. The cost is $18, and registration will be open August 17th through August 21st.
The PSAT/NMSQT is a great opportunity to practice for the ACT or SAT, get familiar with the testing experience, and potentially qualify for National Merit recognition and scholarships.