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.

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!

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.

May 13, 2026

Culture Fest is less than a week away! If you are interested in helping out, make sure to attend Culture Club's meeting on Wednesday after school in room 119.

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.

The yearbooks are in!

Books will be distributed at lunch in the bookstore this Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Students must have a photo ID to pick their books up. Students can only pick up their own books- not books for friends or family.

If you did not order a book, and would like to purchase one, we have a limited number that will be for sale in room 211, starting on May 18th. Extra books cost $65

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 hands-on experience in building affordable housing? Youth Build Quad Cities is offering a free 10-month program for juniors and seniors ages 16–19, including construction and life-skills training. This is a paid opportunity!

If interested, Youth Build will the cafeteria on May 14th for all lunches to learn more or sign up for next year."

May 12, 2026 –

All students will need to clean out their locker by May 28th. Students will be given the following times to clean out their lockers: Juniors and Seniors- May 26th during 6th period

Sophomores- May 27th during 6 period -- Freshmen- May 28th during 6 period

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.

Senior Finals-May 26th, 27th, 28th

Graduation Practice- May 29th @9:00 AM, all graduating seniors must attend to participate in the ceremony.

Graduation- May 30 @ 10:00 AM at the Vibrant Arena at the MARK

Finals- 9th-11th grade- Monday June 1st, Tuesday June 2nd and Wednesday June 3rd. Thursday June 4th is make up days. You will need to be pre-approved by Teacher & Admin

Summer school will start June 10th and ends on June 30th. For more information, please contact                        Mrs. Lorelei Andedo at 309-793-5950 or lorelei.andedo@rimsd41.org

"Interested in hands-on experience in building affordable housing? Youth Build Quad Cities is offering a free 10-month program for juniors and seniors ages 16–19, including construction and life-skills training. This is a paid opportunity! If interested, Youth Build will the cafeteria on May 14th for all lunches to learn more or sign up for next year."

Reminder, students who are taking driver education this Fall we are permit testing Tuesday through Thursday right after school in room 14. You need your charged chrome book.

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!

The yearbooks are in!

Books will be distributed at lunch in the bookstore this Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Students must have a photo ID to pick their books up. Students can only pick up their own books- not books for friends or family.

If you did not order a book, and would like to purchase one, we have a limited number that will be for sale in room 211, starting on May 18th. Extra books cost $65

The 4th Annual Culture Fest will be held on Monday May 18th from 5:00- 7:30pm at Rock Island High School. The event celebrates the wonderful diversity within our school and community. Culture Fest is less than a week away! If you are interested in helping out, make sure to attend Culture Club's meeting on Wednesday after school in room 119.

May 11, 2026

"Interested in hands-on experience in building affordable housing? Youth Build Quad Cities is offering a free 10-month program for juniors and seniors ages 16–19, including construction and life-skills training. This is a paid opportunity! If interested, Youth Build will the cafeteria on May 14th for all lunches to learn more or sign up for next year."

Reminder, students who are taking driver education this Fall we are permit testing Tuesday through Thursday right after school in room 14. You need your charged chrome book.

📣 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!!

The EAC is planting flowers after school today. Tomorrow before school is a Rocky recycling day.

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!

The yearbooks are in!

Books will be distributed at lunch in the bookstore this week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Students MUST have a photo ID to pick their books up. Students can only pick up their own books- not books for friends or family.

If you did not order a book, and would like to purchase one, we have a limited number that will be for sale in room 211, starting on May 18th. Extra books cost $65