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.

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.

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.

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.

August 13, 2026

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.

This week on Friday Mr. Kimberlin with the National Guard will be located in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00. Be sure to stop by with any questions you may have.

For all girls interested in playing basketball for the Lady Rocks this upcoming season, we will have open gyms on Mondays and Wednesday from 6-7:45 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!

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!

Students are not allowed to share lockers. One student per locker.

August 11, 2026

Girls golf will have tryouts for anyone interested in playing:  1. Snap needs to be completed 2. Physical turned in to Kyle Hoffman 3. Monday is at Highland Golf Course 4:00- 5:30 and Tuesday at Saukie Golf course from 4:00-6:00. If you have any questions please contact Coach Hudnall.

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!

Soccer tryouts are Monday - Wednesday this week. (8/10-8/12) Monday is at Saukie field (3400 30th Avenue) from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.  Tuesday is in the stadium from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Wednesday is at Saukie field from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.  The players must be signed up on Snap in order to tryout and must have an up to date physical before they are able to tryout.

Students cannot share lockers. Once student to a locker

August 10, 2026

Students you are not allowed to share lockers with others. One student per locker.

Volleyball Player Meeting Tryouts will be held August 10 & 11 from 3:30–6:00 p.m. All students planning to try out must be registered on Snap! You must have a current physical on file with the athletic department before tryouts.

Any girl wanting to try out for tennis, please meet at the tennis courts after school on Monday, August 10th. You will need to wear athletic wear. Bring water. You must have Snap filled out and your physical turned in to participate. Any questions, contact Coach Voss.

Soccer tryouts are Monday - Wednesday this week. (8/10-8/12)  Monday is at Saukie field (3400 30th Avenue) from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Tuesday is in the stadium from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.  Wednesday is at Saukie field from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. The players must be signed up on Snap in order to tryout and must have an up to date physical before they are able to tryout.

After school Today the EAC will be working in the butterfly garden and greenhouse. Tomorrow morning is the first EAC meeting @7:30 AM in the little theater, please join us.

Girls golf will have tryouts for anyone interested in playing. 1. Snap needs to be completed 2. Physical turned in to Kyle Hoffman 3. Monday is at Highland Golf Course 4:00- 5:30 and Tuesday at Saukie Golf Course from 4-6:00. If you have any questions please contact Coach Hudall