
Congratulations to Gabe Mahn on graduating in the top ten of the class! Gabe’s alma maters are Earl Hanson Elementary School and Edison Jr. High School.
This fall, Gabe will attend Rhodes College, where he plans to study Environmental Science.

RIHS Class of 2026 Top Ten Spotlight ✨
Congratulations to Nahimana Martin on graduating in the top ten of the class! Nahimana’s alma maters are Denkmann Elementary School and Washington Jr. High School.
This fall, Nahimana will attend Black Hawk College, where she plans to pursue an Associate in Science degree and study Nursing.










If you're unable to attend the class of 2026 graduation ceremony in person this Saturday, we invite you to celebrate with us online.
Join us via live stream at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/live/VcsiDeW12ZA

May 27, 2026
Today is the senior walk through at RI Academy.: Wednesday, May 27th @ 1:15 PM. 1:15 - Check-in, 1:30 – Leadership, 2:00 - Hallway High Fives, 2:10 – Snacks
The Rock Island Choirs will present their annual Pops Concert this week on Thursday, May 28, at 7pm. It's all about TIME! Singing, dancing, comedy, tragedy---they've got it, and they want to share it with you.
Silver Cord seniors! Please come to the band room 4th period THIS Thursday for a group photo thanks.
Attention Rocky Students — the end of the year countdown is ON! Now is the time to finish strong and make every grade count. Don’t wait until the last minute to get caught up. Sign up with your counselor for the next 2 Saturday Catch Up Academy sessions and take advantage of the opportunity to improve your grades before the 4th quarter closes. Stay focused, stay on track, and put yourself in the best position for success. Finish the year with P.R.I.D.E!
📣 ATTENTION ALL RIHS STUDENTS — We are counting down to the FINAL DAYS OF THE '25 - '26 SCHOOL YEAR — and this is your moment to take action. If YOU have failed any core or required classes in previous semesters, you should sign up for Summer School immediately if you want to stay on track for graduation. There are several ways to sign up: 📄 Pick up a Summer School registration form in ANY RIHS office OR 💻 Parents/guardians can also complete the online registration link ✅ ALL forms (paper or online requests) MUST be submitted to your school counselor Do not wait. Get your form filled out today. Summer School is your opportunity to recover credits, get back on track, and move forward with your class. If you know you're off track — ACT NOW. Every day counts. Every credit matters. SIGN UP FOR SUMMER SCHOOL NOW!!
Interested in exploring a career in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology? Find out about an exciting summer opportunity at Augustana College. Please see Mrs. Parer in room 130 for more information.
CHROMEBOOKS: Chromebooks are taken home over summer. DO NOT leave chrome books in lockers, classrooms, or hallways. IF GRADUATING OR NOT RETURNING NEXT YEAR: Turn chrome book in at Chrome Depot or Library after finals.
This is a reminder that all outstanding fines, fees, payments, and obligations must be completed no later than May 28, 2026, prior to graduation practice. This includes items such as textbooks, technology, athletic equipment, library fines, cafeteria balances, and any other school-related obligations. Students who have not cleared all obligations by this date may risk delays in participating in graduation activities and receiving their diploma. Please take care of these matters as soon as possible. If you have questions regarding your balance or obligations, contact the main office for assistance. Thank you for your attention to this important matter, and congratulations on your upcoming graduation!
There will be a quick sign up for girls wanting to play tennis in the fall on Thursday right after school in the cafeteria. Summer workout calendar will be handed out at that time. Email Coach Voss at maggi.voss@rimsd41.org if you will not be able to attend.
Culture Club will be having its final meeting of the year after school on Wednesday in room 119. We will be celebrating a successful Culture Fest and brainstorming ideas for next year. All are welcome!
Tomorrow morning, we will have one final Student Council meeting of the school year. See you at 7:15 in Miss Munday's room!


May 26, 2026
This is a reminder that all outstanding fines, fees, payments, and obligations must be completed no later than May 28, 2026, prior to graduation practice. This includes items such as textbooks, technology, athletic equipment, library fines, cafeteria balances, and any other school-related obligations.
Students who have not cleared all obligations by this date may risk delays in participating in graduation activities and receiving their diploma. Please take care of these matters as soon as possible. If you have questions regarding your balance or obligations, contact the main office for assistance. Thank you for your attention to this important matter, and congratulations on your upcoming graduation!
Senior Finals this week in class.
Senior graduation practice- May 29th @ 9:00am in the Field House. ALL Seniors must attend in order to participate in the graduation ceremony.
There will be a quick sign up for girls wanting to play tennis in the fall on Thursday right after school in the cafeteria. Summer workout calendar will be handed out at that time. Email Coach Voss at maggi.voss@rimsd41.org if you will not be able to attend.
📣 ATTENTION ALL RIHS STUDENTS — We are counting down to the FINAL DAYS OF THE '25 - '26 SCHOOL YEAR — and this is your moment to take action. If YOU have failed any core or required classes in previous semesters, you should sign up for Summer School immediately if you want to stay on track for graduation. There are several ways to sign up: 📄 Pick up a Summer School registration form in ANY RIHS office OR 💻 Parents/guardians can also complete the online registration link ✅ ALL forms (paper or online requests) MUST be submitted to your school counselor Do not wait. Get your form filled out today. Summer School is your opportunity to recover credits, get back on track, and move forward with your class. If you know you're off track — ACT NOW. Every day counts. Every credit matters. SIGN UP FOR SUMMER SCHOOL NOW!! Now is the time to finish strong and make every grade count. Don’t wait until the last minute to get caught up. Sign up with your counselor for the next 2 Saturday Catch Up Academy sessions and take advantage of the opportunity to improve your grades before the 4th quarter closes. Stay focused, stay on track, and put yourself in the best position for success. Finish the year with P.R.I.D.E!
Interested in exploring a career in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology? Find out about an exciting summer opportunity at Augustana College. Please see Mrs. Parer in room 130 for more information.
CHROMEBOOKS: Chromebooks are taken home over Summer. DO NOT leave chrome books in lockers, classrooms, or hallways. IF GRADUATING OR NOT RETURNING NEXT YEAR: Turn chrome book in at Chrome Depot or Library.
All library books are due Wednesday, May 27. If you're not sure if you have a book out, you may log into your Destiny Discover account and check, or stop by the library if you have any questions. Even though books are due, the reading doesn't have to stop. You may access ebooks and audiobooks all summer through Comics Plus, Sora, and Destiny Discover.
Culture Club will be having its final meeting of the year after school on Wednesday in room 119. We will be celebrating a successful Culture Fest and brainstorming ideas for next year. All are welcome!
All students clean out their locker by May 28th . Students will be given the following times to clean out their lockers: 11/ 12th May 26th during 6 period 10th - May 27th during 6 period 9th Freshmen- May 28 during 6 period. All items left in your lockers will be thrown out.
Congratulations to the girls track team for a great season!!! All girl track athletes!!!! Today after school, all girl track athletes need to report to the stadium for the end of the year meeting. Congratulations to Ameena Ross who placed 4th in the state in the 300 hurdles. Congratulations Olivia Stewart who placed 7th in 300 hurdles and 6th in 100 hurdles. This first time in the program history two athletes earned State medals in this event!!

May 22, 2026
This is a reminder that all outstanding fines, fees, payments, and obligations must be completed no later than May 28, 2026, prior to graduation practice. This includes items such as textbooks, technology, athletic equipment, library fines, cafeteria balances, and any other school-related obligations.
Students who have not cleared all obligations by this date may risk delays in participating in graduation activities and receiving their diploma. Please take care of these matters as soon as possible. If you have questions regarding your balance or obligations, contact the main office for assistance. Thank you for your attention to this important matter, and congratulations on your upcoming graduation! Return your chrome books.
Senior Finals- May 26th- May 28th. May 29th makeup finals
Seniors: Graduation practice, in the field house: May 29th – 9:00am, All Seniors Must attend in order to participate in the graduation ceremony.
Graduation Ceremony- May 30th- 10:00- The Vibrant Arena
📣 ATTENTION ALL RIHS STUDENTS —We are counting down to the FINAL DAYS OF THE '25 - '26 SCHOOL YEAR — and this is your moment to take action. If YOU have failed any core or required classes in previous semesters, you should sign up for Summer School immediately if you want to stay on track for graduation. There are several ways to sign up: 📄 Pick up a Summer School registration form in ANY RIHS office OR 💻 Parents/guardians can also complete the online registration link ✅ ALL forms (paper or online requests) MUST be submitted to your school counselor Do not wait. Get your form filled out today. Summer School is your opportunity to recover credits, get back on track, and move forward with your class. If you know you're off track — ACT NOW. Every day counts. Every credit matters. SIGN UP FOR SUMMER SCHOOL NOW!!
Attention Rocky Students — the end of the year countdown is ON! Now is the time to finish strong and make every grade count. Don’t wait until the last minute to get caught up. Sign up with your counselor for the next 2 Saturday Catch Up Academy sessions and take advantage of the opportunity to improve your grades before the 4th quarter closes. Stay focused, stay on track, and put yourself in the best position for success. Finish the year with P.R.I.D.E!
CHROMEBOOKS: Chromebooks are taken home over Summer. DO NOT leave chrome books in lockers, classrooms, or hallways. IF GRADUATING OR NOT RETURNING NEXT YEAR: Turn chrome book in at Chrome Depot or Library.
All Seniors can pick up a ticket in counseling for 1 free general admission to the Cordova Drag way Battle of the High Schools. (If there are any extras anyone is welcome to pick them up from the counseling office on May 22nd).
🔒 Locker Clean-Out Reminder: All lockers must be completely cleaned out before summer break. Any items left behind will be discarded. Locker clean-out schedule: 11th & 12th Grade: May 26 during 6th hour, 10th Grade: May 27 during 6th hour 9th Grade: May 28 during 6th hour Finals for 9th-11th- June 1st- June 3rd. Makeup day June 4th, must be pre-approved by teacher/ admin
All library books are due Wednesday, May 27. If you're not sure if you have a book out, you may log into your Destiny Discover account and check, or stop by the library if you have any questions. Even though books are due, the reading doesn't have to stop. You may access ebooks and audiobooks all summer through Comics Plus, Sora, and Destiny Discover.
Please join us next Tuesday, May 26, at 6 p.m. for the Board of Education Committee of the Whole meeting.
The evening will include school recognitions and a discussion on Technology Use, Social Media, and Bullying, featuring presentations from junior high scholars in the Superintendent’s Advisory Council.
We hope to see you there!

Rock Island-Milan, thank you to everyone who has already registered their child(ren) for the 2026–2027 school year! Registration is now open and available online.
Reminder: Proof of residency is required for all new students, as well as students entering Kindergarten, 6th grade, or 9th grade.
Visit rimsd41.org/registration for more information and to complete registration today!

Earning a CNA certification is an incredible accomplishment that reflects perseverance, professionalism, and compassion. We are proud of these scholars for pursuing careers that will make a meaningful difference in the lives of others and for representing the best of what our programs have to offer.
The Class of 2026 CNA graduates include: Alaina Bonja, Muriel Callaway, Iphe Carr, Nyasia Deemer, Hsar Eh, Illiana Granja, Fatima Hatem, Sandy Rose Htay, Nadavidya Johnson, Jamarrie Lee, Alice Lin, Easter Naing, Allyson Newswander, Madeline Olson, Natalee Rasmussen, Sage Ray, Yazmin Tinoco Ruiz, Emma Tollefson, Honesty Vesey, Amiah Wakeland, Giryah Williams, and Ava Wolfe.
Congrats to all!






May 20, 2026
📣 ATTENTION ALL RIHS STUDENTS — We are counting down to the FINAL DAYS OF THE '25 - '26 SCHOOL YEAR — and this is your moment to take action. If YOU have failed any core or required classes in previous semesters, you should sign up for Summer School immediately if you want to stay on track for graduation. There are several ways to sign up: 📄 Pick up a Summer School registration form in ANY RIHS office OR 💻 Parents/guardians can also complete the online registration link ✅ ALL forms (paper or online requests) MUST be submitted to your school counselor, Do not wait. Get your form filled out today.
Summer School is your opportunity to recover credits, get back on track, and move forward with your class. If you know you're off track — ACT NOW. Every day counts. Every credit matters. SIGN UP FOR SUMMER SCHOOL NOW!!
Attention Rocky Students — the end of the year countdown is ON! Now is the time to finish strong and make every grade count. Don’t wait until the last minute to get caught up. Sign up with your counselor for the next 2 Saturday Catch Up Academy sessions and take advantage of the opportunity to improve your grades before the 4th quarter closes. Stay focused, stay on track, and put yourself in the best position for success. Finish the year with P.R.I.D.E!
Interested in exploring a career in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology? Find out about an exciting summer opportunity at Augustana College. Please see Mrs. Parer in room 130 for more information.
CHROMEBOOKS: Chromebooks are taken home over summer. DO NOT leave chrome books in lockers, classrooms, or hallways. IF GRADUATING OR NOT RETURNING NEXT YEAR: Turn chrome book in at Chrome Depot or Library.
This is a reminder that all outstanding fines, fees, payments, and obligations must be completed no later than May 28, 2026, prior to graduation practice. This includes items such as textbooks, technology, athletic equipment, library fines, cafeteria balances, and any other school-related obligations.
Students who have not cleared all obligations by this date may risk delays in participating in graduation activities and receiving their diploma.
Please take care of these matters as soon as possible. If you have questions regarding your balance or obligations, contact the main office for assistance.
Thank you for your attention to this important matter, and congratulations on your upcoming graduation!
All lockers must be completely cleaned out before summer break. Any remaining items will be thrown out.
11th/12th-- May 26 during 6th hour
10th-- May 27 during 6th hour
9th-- May 28 during 6th hour
May 19, 2026
ALL girls interested in the Girls Cross Country Team for next year, there will be a short meeting right after school today Tuesday, in the cafeteria. The side closest to the entrance of the school.
📣 ATTENTION ALL RIHS STUDENTS —We are counting down to the FINAL DAYS OF THE '25 - '26 SCHOOL YEAR — and this is your moment to take action. If YOU have failed any core or required classes in previous semesters, you should sign up for Summer School immediately if you want to stay on track for graduation. There are several ways to sign up: 📄 Pick up a Summer School registration form in ANY RIHS office OR 💻 Parents/guardians can also complete the online registration link ✅ ALL forms (paper or online requests) MUST be submitted to your school counselor Do not wait. Get your form filled out today. Summer School is your opportunity to recover credits, get back on track, and move forward with your class. If you know you're off track — ACT NOW. Every day counts. Every credit matters. SIGN UP FOR SUMMER SCHOOL NOW!!
Attention Rocky Students — the end of the year countdown is ON! Now is the time to finish strong and make every grade count. Don’t wait until the last minute to get caught up. Sign up with your counselor for the next 2 Saturday Catch Up Academy sessions and take advantage of the opportunity to improve your grades before the 4th quarter closes. Stay focused, stay on track, and put yourself in the best position for success. Finish the year with P.R.I.D.E!
Interested in exploring a career in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology? Find out about an exciting summer opportunity at Augustana College. Please see Mrs. Parer in room 130 for more information.
CHROMEBOOKS: Chromebooks are taken home over Summer. DO NOT leave chrome books in lockers, classrooms, or hallways. IF GRADUATING OR NOT RETURNING NEXT YEAR: Turn chrome book in at Chrome Depot or Library after finals.
Seniors:
This is a reminder that all outstanding fines, fees, payments, and obligations must be completed no later than May 28, 2026, prior to graduation practice. This includes items such as textbooks, technology, athletic equipment, library fines, cafeteria balances, and any other school-related obligations. Students who have not cleared all obligations by this date may risk delays in participating in graduation activities and receiving their diploma. Please take care of these matters as soon as possible. If you have questions regarding your balance or obligations, contact the main office for assistance. Thank you for your attention to this important matter, and congratulations on your upcoming graduation!
ALL girls interested in the Girls Cross Country Team for next year, there will be a short meeting right after school today Tuesday, in the cafeteria. The side closest to the entrance of the school.
Silver Cord timesheets for seniors are due THIS Friday. Please turn it in to Mr. Carlin (in the band room) or Mr. Dunker (room 29).

RIHS Families,
If your student needs to recover credits to stay on track for graduation, be sure to review the important summer school information at the link below.
https://rihs.rimsd41.org/o/rihs/page/rihs-summer-school
RIHS Summer School is free for students and offers flexible A.M. or P.M. sessions.
🗓 Registration deadline: May 29, 2026






May 18, 2026
Today is the big day! Culture Fest is from 5:00-7:30 tonight. There will be plenty of food, music, sports, dances, and much more. You are encouraged to wear a jersey tonight as part of our sports theme. All in the community are welcome!
📣 ATTENTION ALL RIHS STUDENTS —We are counting down to the FINAL DAYS OF THE '25 - '26 SCHOOL YEAR — and this is your moment to take action.
If YOU have failed any core or required classes in previous semesters, you should sign up for Summer School immediately if you want to stay on track for graduation.
There are several ways to sign up: 📄 Pick up a Summer School registration form in ANY RIHS office OR
💻 Parents/guardians can also complete the online registration link
✅ ALL forms (paper or online requests) MUST be submitted to your school counselor
Do not wait. Get your form filled out today.
Summer School is your opportunity to recover credits, get back on track, and move forward with your class. If you know you're off track — ACT NOW. Every day counts. Every credit matters. SIGN UP FOR SUMMER SCHOOL NOW!!
Attention Rocky Students — the end of the year countdown is ON! Now is the time to finish strong and make every grade count. Don’t wait until the last minute to get caught up. Sign up with your counselor for the next 2 Saturday Catch Up Academy sessions and take advantage of the opportunity to improve your grades before the 4th quarter closes. Stay focused, stay on track, and put yourself in the best position for success. Finish the year with P.R.I.D.E!
CHROMEBOOKS: Chromebooks are taken home over Summer. DO NOT leave chrome books in lockers, classrooms, or hallways. IF GRADUATING OR NOT RETURNING NEXT YEAR: Turn chrome book in at Chrome Depot or Library after finals.
Senior Finals- May 26th- May 28th, Make up day May 29th
Graduation practice- May 29th @ 9:00am, all seniors must attend in order to participate in the ceremony
Graduation ceremony- May 30th- 10:00 am
Freshman- Juniors Finals- June 1- June 3, make up day is June 4th, must be pre-approved by teacher/admin
Locker clean out- all items must be cleared out for the summer. All items left behind will be thrown out.
11th & 12th – May 26th during 6th hour- 10th - May 27th during 6th hour--9th - May 28th during 6th hour
Today after school we will be working in the garden. Our last meeting of the school year will be tomorrow in the morning before school in the little theater. Please let us know if you are coming to our end of the year celebration May 27th. 3:30-4:!5
May 15, 2026
📣 ATTENTION ALL RIHS STUDENTS —
We are counting down to the FINAL DAYS OF THE '25 - '26 SCHOOL YEAR — and this is your moment to take action.
If YOU have failed any core or required classes in previous semesters, you should sign up for Summer School immediately if you want to stay on track for graduation.
There are several ways to sign up: 📄 Pick up a Summer School registration form in ANY RIHS office OR
💻 Parents/guardians can also complete the online registration link ✅ ALL forms (paper or online requests) MUST be submitted to your school counselor Do not wait. Get your form filled out today. Summer School is your opportunity to recover credits, get back on track, and move forward with your class. If you know you're off track — ACT NOW. Every day counts. Every credit matters. SIGN UP FOR SUMMER SCHOOL NOW!!
Attention Rocky Students — the end of the year countdown is ON!
Now is the time to finish strong and make every grade count. Don’t wait until the last minute to get caught up. Sign up with your counselor for the next 2 Saturday Catch Up Academy sessions and take advantage of the opportunity to improve your grades before the 4th quarter closes.
Stay focused, stay on track, and put yourself in the best position for success. Finish the year with P.R.I.D.E!
Culture Fest is one of the last big events of the school year and it's coming up this Monday from 5:00-7:30! As part of our theme this year we are encouraging those who attend to wear a sports jersey. All are welcome!
Interested in exploring a career in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology? Find out about an exciting summer opportunity at Augustana College. Please see Mrs. Parer in room 130 for more information.
Announcement from the Chrome Depot:
CHROMEBOOKS: Chromebooks are taken home over the Summer. DO NOT leave chromebooks in lockers, classrooms, or hallways. IF GRADUATING OR NOT RETURNING NEXT YEAR: Turn chromebook in at ChromeDepot or Library after finals.
Last night, the boys' track and field team finished 5th at the Western Big Six Conference Meet.
The Rocks were led by double event champion Elliot Batz, Jaylin Craig, who finished third in the long jump and 4th in the 100 meters, and Joseph Maniragaba who scored in both hurdle events and the high jump. The Rocks will next compete in the state qualifying Sectional meet here at Rocky on Wednesday
May 14, 2026
Culture Fest is one of the last big events of the school year and it's coming up this Monday from 5:00-7:30! As part of our theme this year we are encouraging those who attend to wear a sports jersey. All are welcome!
📣 ATTENTION ALL RIHS STUDENTS —
We are counting down to the FINAL DAYS OF THE '25 - '26 SCHOOL YEAR — and this is your moment to take action.
If YOU have failed any core or required classes in previous semesters, you should sign up for Summer School immediately if you want to stay on track for graduation.
There are several ways to sign up:
📄 Pick up a Summer School registration form in ANY RIHS office OR
💻 Parents/guardians can also complete the online registration link
✅ ALL forms (paper or online requests) MUST be submitted to your school counselor
Do not wait. Get your form filled out today.
Summer School is your opportunity to recover credits, get back on track, and move forward with your class.
If you know you're off track — ACT NOW. Every day counts. Every credit matters. SIGN UP FOR SUMMER SCHOOL NOW!!
Attention Rocky Students — the end of the year countdown is ON!
Now is the time to finish strong and make every grade count. Don’t wait until the last minute to get caught up. Sign up with your counselor for the next 2 Saturday Catch Up Academy sessions and take advantage of the opportunity to improve your grades before the 4th quarter closes.
Stay focused, stay on track, and put yourself in the best position for success. Finish the year with P.R.I.D.E!
Interested in exploring a career in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology? Find out about an exciting summer opportunity at Augustana College. Please see Mrs. Parer in room 130 for more information.