October 28, 2025
Want to surprise your special friend or special someone with a little treat on Halloween! Purchase a boo bag during all lunches for just $1. Don't have lunch or miss your opportunity, come see Mrs. Jackson in room 146 to purchase yours today! All proceeds help support the 2025 Student Hunger Drive
Remember, Juniors and Seniors, if you want to participate in the football game on Friday, you must pick up a permission slip from Mrs. Singleton in the counselor's office or from a captain. All permission slips and money MUST be returned no later than Thursday, October 29th. NO ONE WILL BE TURNED AWAY FROM PLAYING!!!
Seniors- Need assistance completing your College applications? Join us for College Application Day! Counselors and staff from area colleges will assist you with the task! Please check your email from Mrs. Preston to sign up! Or see the flyer posted in the Class of 2026 Google Classroom with a QR code.
🖤 Rocky’s Gray Matter Collective Merch Store is Now Open! 🖤
Support The Gray Matters Collective and help raise awareness for mental health by grabbing your official Rocky Gray Matters gear! From cozy hoodies to tees, every purchase helps spread the message that it’s okay to not be okay. Store closes November 14th, so don’t wait — order your merch today! https://stores.inksoft.com/rock_island_gray_matters_2025/shop/home Let’s show our support, start conversations, and wear our purpose proudly. #GrayMattersCollective #RockyPride #MentalHealthAwareness
Swahili Heritage Class Meeting today at 3:30 in room 121
Rocky Halloween Party!!!
When: today, Tuesday, October 28, from 3:30–4:30 PM
Where: 🏝️ The Island, 💀 Admission: FREE for all Rocky students! 🎉 Activities include: 🖌️ Face Painting 🎤 Scary Karaoke
🍿 Paranorman Movie with Popcorn 🍬 Snacks & Beverages 🖍️ Halloween Coloring Station
Come hang out, get spooky, and celebrate Halloween with your friends! 👻
Brought to you by the Rocky PBIS Team and Rotary Interact Club. ❤️🖤
Entry: Just $2 or 2 canned goods
Gates open: 5:00 PM
Kickoff: 5:30 PM
Grab an energy drink for only $3 to keep your game-day hype going!
All proceeds support the 2025 Student Hunger Drive! Remember, we compete so everyone can eat.
October 27, 2025
Congratulations to the Boys Soccer team for their Regional Championship victory on Saturday. The team plays in Galesburg for a Sectional Semi-Final game tomorrow the 28th at 6:00 p.m. vs Marmion Academy. Good luck boys soccer!
Want to surprise your special friend or special someone with a little treat on Halloween! Purchase a boo bag during all lunches for just $1. Don't have lunch or miss your opportunity, come see Mrs. Jackson in room 146 to purchase yours today! All proceeds help support the 2025 Student Hunger Drive
Remember, Juniors and Seniors, if you want to participate in the football game on Friday, you must pick up a permission slip from Mrs. Singleton in the counselor's office or from a captain. All permission slips and money MUST be returned no later than Thursday, October 29th. NO ONE WILL BE TURNED AWAY FROM PLAYING!!!
Tomorrow is a Recycling Day please come to room 29 at 7:30 a.m.
Also after school today we are picking the Rocky campus please join us after school in room 29.
Boys Bowling starts Monday 10/27/ at 3:45 at Backyard Bowling. If you missed the meeting and are interested in joining the Rocky Boys bowling team come out Monday or Tuesday and we'll get you signed up.
Seniors- Need assistance completing your College applications? Join us for College Application Day! Counselors and staff from area colleges will assist you with the task! Please check your email for an email from Mrs. Preston to sign up! Or see the flyer posted in the Class of 2026 Google Classroom with a QR code.
October 24, 2025
You have one quarter left to purchase your yearbook! You can purchase your book in room 211 with cash or a check, or you can purchase your book online at www.yearbookordercenter.com, using order code 8228. Don't miss out! No extras will be ordered!
The Student Council will be selling Energy Drinks tomorrow night at the Football game for 3.00. You can find them behind the Jr High Sections. All proceeds will help them fight Student Hunger for the Hunger Drive.
Boys Bowling starts Monday 10/27/ at 3:45 at Backyard Bowling. If you missed the meeting and are interested in joining the Rocky Boys bowling team come out Monday or Tuesday and we'll get you signed up.
October 23, 2025
For all girls interested in playing basketball for the Lady Rocks this upcoming season, we will have open gyms on Monday and Wednesday from 6-7:30 in the girls gym for the next two weeks. Tryouts for girls basketball will be Monday and Tuesday, Nov. 3rd and 4th. Please see the flyers posted in the HS, or contact Head Coach Henry Hall at henry.hall@rimsd41.org for details. All skill levels are welcomed.
Want to send a little special Halloween treat to your special Boo! Purchase a boo bag during any of the lunches through October 30th for just $1. Boo bags will be delivered on Halloween day!
Don't have a lunch, stop by room 146 and purchase yours from Mrs. Jackson. All proceeds go to the 2925 Student Hunger Drive.
10/23/25 The Navy in the cafeteria for you from 11:30-1:00.
Drake University will be here today in the counseling office from 11:30- 1:00.
The library will be closed from 11:30- 3:30 today
If you are interested in playing in the junior/senior girls' football game, previously known as Powderpuff, please see Mrs. Singleton in the counselor's office and grab a permission slip. The game will be on Thursday, October 30th, at the stadium.
The Student Council will be selling Energy Drinks tomorrow night at the Football game for 3.00. You can find them behind the Jr High Sections. All proceeds will help them fight Student Hunger for the Hunger Drive.
October 22, 2025
Want to send a little special Halloween treat to your special Boo! Purchase a boo bag during any of the lunches through October 30th for just $1. Boo bags will be delivered on Halloween day! Don’t have a lunch, stop by room 146 and purchase yours from Mrs. Jackson.
All proceeds go to the 2925 Student Hunger Drive.
For all girls interested in playing basketball for the Lady Rocks this upcoming season, we will have open gyms on Monday and Wednesday from 6-7:30 in the girls gym for the next two weeks. Tryouts for girls basketball will be Monday and Tuesday, Nov. 3rd and 4th. Please see the flyers posted in the HS, or contact Head Coach Henry Hall at henry.hall@rimsd41.org for details. All skill levels are welcomed.
You have one quarter left to purchase your yearbook! You can purchase your book in room 211 with cash or a check, or you can purchase your book online at www.yearbookordercenter.com, using order code 8228. Don't miss out! No extras will be ordered!
If you are interested in attending a Career Expo, please go see Mrs. Singleton in the counseling office"?
Culture Club will have its first meeting of the quarter this Wednesday after school in room 119. All are welcome!
10/22/25 Lynne Zoulek with The University of Iowa in the cafeteria for you from 11:30-1:00.
10/23/25 The Navy in the cafeteria for you from 11:30-1:00.
The library will be closed Thursday afternoon from 11:30- 3:30.
October 20, 2025
For all girls interested in playing basketball for the Lady Rocks this upcoming season, we will have open gyms on Monday and Wednesday from 6-7:30 in the girls gym for the next two weeks. Tryouts for girls basketball will be Monday and Tuesday, Nov. 3rd and 4th. Please see the flyers posted in the HS, or contact Head Coach Henry Hall at henry.hall@rimsd41.org for details. All skill levels are welcomed.
The girls' and boys' cross country teams competed in the Western Big Six Conference Meet this past Thursday. The girls' team finished in third place and were led by a first team all-conference finish by junior Lucy Mass and second team all-conference finishes by freshman Claire Gustafson and senior Ulana Richey. The boys finished fourth and were led by conference champion and meet MVP junior Elliot Batz and a second team all-conference finish by sophomore Nolan Jared. The Rocks will compete in the IHSA Plainfield Central 3A Regional this Saturday. Congratulations and good luck, Rocks!
If you are interested in going out for girls or boys bowling, there will be a parent/student meeting this Tuesday the 21st at 6:00 in the high school cafeteria. We will hand out schedules, help with register, and go over information for the upcoming season
You have one quarter left to purchase your yearbook! You can purchase your book in room 211 with cash or a check, or you can purchase your book online at www.yearbookordercenter.com, using order code 8228. Don't miss out! No extras will be ordered!
Pride Store is open tomorrow, October 21st. Students remember to bring your Pride Cards to lunch
Happy National Principal Appreciation Week!
We would like to take a moment to thank our wonderful high school principals, Dr. Patricia Ulrich and Dr. Anthony Ragona, for their outstanding service to our scholars. Thank you for going above and beyond!
Making breakfast plans this weekend? Stop by and visit our scholars at 74 Pancake House in Moline. We will have scholars present from 10 am until noon, collecting monetary and food donations to support this year’s Student Hunger Drive. Remember: We compete so everyone can eat!
Happy National Coaches Day! ⚽🏐🏈
Today, we celebrate the outstanding coaches of RIMSD #41 who go above and beyond to inspire, mentor, and motivate our student-athletes, both on and off the field. Thank you for your dedication and leadership!
Happy Fall Intersession, Rock Island-Milan! We hope you have a restful break and come back ready to learn! We’ll see you soon!
Happy National Custodian Appreciation Day! Our custodians play an essential role in the success of our scholars, and we are deeply grateful for all they do every day.
October 2, 2025
Congratulations to the following RIHS Special Olympics Bowlers who participate in the Regional Tournament this week. Drew DeMarlie with a 2nd place finish Michah Hodgett with a 3rd place finish Austin Huff with a 4th place finish Trenton Prather with a 6th place finish And a special shout out to Izaak McMeans and David Pack-Lewis who both finished 1st in their divisions and will be representing us at this year's Sectional Tournament! They did an amazing job representing Rocky! Congratulations to all our bowlers!
The Riveters will be hosting a self defense workshop on Friday, October 3rd from 10am to 11am. This event is open to everyone. If you have any questions, please see Ms. Ingle in Counseling."
Break Monday October 6th – October 17th. Second quarter begins Monday October 20th.
RIHS Catch Up Academy- October 6th-10th 9:00am-12:00pm RIHS library. Sign up with your counselor to ensure all course materials can be made available. You must talk to your teachers to get assignments for courses you are currently taking.
We compete so everyone can eat!
It is that time of year for the Student Hunger Drive! The Rock Island High School Student Council officially kicked off its hunger drive on September 29, 2025, and will be collecting monetary donations and non-perishable food items through November 6, 2025. Please keep an eye out for donation opportunities throughout the community to support our scholars in their mission to fight hunger.
You may also donate by scanning the QR code, clicking this link to visit the website, or dropping your donation off at Rock Island High School.
Remember: We compete so everyone can eat!
Happy October! 🍂
Here are the key dates to keep in mind this month!
September 30, 2025
The Riveters will be hosting a self defense workshop on Friday, October 3rd from 10am to 11am. This event is open to everyone. If you have any questions, please see Ms. Ingle in Counseling.
Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on:
Thursday, October 2nd, 5:00–8:00 PM
Friday, October 3rd from 8:00 AM–12:00 conferences – No school
Thank you to the staff and students who participated in the Rocky Library's Boggle competition. Congratulations to our champions: Braden Gilliand, student winner, and Mr. Scott Moore, staff winner! Braden and Mr. Moore may pick up their prizes in the library.
September 29, 2025
Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on: Thursday, October 2nd, 5:00–8:00 PM
Friday, October 3rd from 8:00 AM–12:00 conferences – No school
The Riveters will be hosting a self- defense workshop on Friday, October 3rd from 10am to 11am. This event is open to everyone. If you have any questions, please see Ms. Ingle in Counseling.
Rocky Recycling Day for the EAC tomorrow morning. Meet in room 29 @ 7:30 AM
Congratulations to the Pride of Rock Island Marching Band for winning Best Percussion and placing 3rd overall at the Morton High School Marching Invitational on Saturday.
September 26, 2025
All students interested in recovering failed credits, please sign up for Catch Up Academy which will take place the first week of Fall Break, October 6-10 from 9 to noon. Sign up in the counseling office or at the sign up table in the cafeteria with a counselor from September 25th-October 1st. We want to see all students get back on track for graduation."
The Fall 2025 District Satisfaction Survey is LIVE, and will remain open through Friday, October 31, 2025.
Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts by completing the appropriate survey below:
Scholar Survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScBHL37B0QYw-gyhYmvaltYCVGEvSVJAKhu1HE-mnjqP9JxQw/viewform
Parent Survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScITV0yseDCthDvBrawghWzR8y-0_PYmapeJE712Z716leNbw/viewform
Staff Survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeRB4dwNLZfm9uPWlsesmuVQ5fBPimWiJ5zRwwW0k1najcKJQ/viewform
Thank you for being an important part of our community and helping shape the future of our district!
September 25, 2025
Today is picture retake day! Ask your teacher for a pass to the Field House foyer to get your picture taken for the yearbook. This is the last chance for you to get your picture taken for the yearbook.
Rocky Choirs would like to invite you all to our 2025 Fall Choir Concert. The music and fun begin at 7pm on Thursday, September 25 in the Rocky auditorium. We hope to see you there!
Thursday 9/25 we have the Marines from 11:30-1:00 in the cafeteria.
"All students interested in recovering failed credits, please sign up for Catch Up Academy which will take place the first week of Fall Break, October 6-10 from 9 to noon. Sign up in the counseling office or at the sign up table in the cafeteria with a counselor from September 25th-October 1st. We want to see all students get back on track for graduation."