Last Friday, the Rock Island High School Boys Soccer team made history by winning their first-ever Sectional Championship! Today, they’ll take on Hinsdale South in the Super Sectional at Kankakee High School.
Come show your support and cheer on our Rocks in the stands!
Get your tickets online: https://gofan.co/event/4997903?schoolId=IL15538.
🎉 Congratulations, Rocky Junior Elliot Batz!
Congratulations to Elliot Batz for qualifying for the IHSA State Cross Country Meet this past weekend!
Elliot will represent the Rocks at the IHSA State Cross Country Championship this Saturday, November 8th, at Detweiller Park in Peoria.
Let’s show our Rock pride and cheer him on as he races among the best in the state! ❤️💛
Happy School Psychology Week!
This week, we celebrate the vital work of school psychologists in helping students succeed at school, at home, and in life. This year’s theme, “Finding Your Path,” highlights how they guide students, families, and schools toward their goals.
A big thank you to all RIMSD 41 school psychologists! Your dedication makes a difference every day.
Shout-out to:
Dr. Nikki Duke – Ridgewood, Thomas Jefferson, Rock Island Academy, Denkmann
Madeleine Eaton – Longfellow, Earl Hanson, Frances Willard
Lisa Kuffler – Horace Mann Early Learning, Washington Jr. High
Regina Boland – Rock Island High, TMLC
Megan Mahoney – RICMS, Eugene Field, Edison Jr. High
Thank you for helping students find their path!
Rock Island-Milan School Community,
The Rock Island and Milan Hy-Vee stores are excited to offer a special Hot Meal Deal for our community.
From Monday, November 3, through Friday, November 7, between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., enjoy a delicious free meal for kids (12 & under) and meals for everyone else for just $3 each!
Meals are available for dine-in and to-go, so you can enjoy them however you like. Check out the image below for the daily menu and see what’s being served each night.
Happy November, Rock Island-Milan! 🦃
Here are some key dates to mark on your calendar this month!
November 4, 2025
Culture Club meets tomorrow after school in room 119. We will be deciding on a theme for this year's Culture Fest! All are welcome!
"There will be a Germany Trip meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 6th at 5:30 p.m. in the Library. Attendance is mandatory if you are planning on going on the trip, and your first deposit is due at the meeting."
Attention all wrestlers. The time has come. If you are going to wrestle this year you will need to sign up in the Fitness Center right after school this Wednesday. We will have open mat following signups. I hope you can make it.
Tomorrow is the last day to participate in the 2025 Student Hunger Drive. We need the help of all students and staff to meet our goal of collecting just over 9,000 pounds of food for the community. We will have boxes at all entrances. Please help us fill the boxes!! Tomorrow we are asking all students and staff to bring at least one jar of peanut butter. Help us fill those boxes one last time!!
Happy School Psychology Week!
This week, we celebrate the vital work of school psychologists in helping students succeed at school, at home, and in life. This year’s theme, “Finding Your Path,” highlights how they guide students, families, and schools toward their goals.
A big thank you to all RIMSD 41 school psychologists! Your dedication makes a difference every day.
Shout-out to:
Dr. Nikki Duke – Ridgewood, Thomas Jefferson, Rock Island Academy, Denkmann
Madeleine Eaton – Longfellow, Earl Hanson, Frances Willard
Lisa Kuffler – Horace Mann Early Learning, Washington Jr. High
Regina Boland – Rock Island High, TMLC
Megan Mahoney – RICMS, Eugene Field, Edison Jr. High
Thank you for helping students find their path!
Come show your support and cheer on our Rocks in the stands!
🎟 Get your tickets online: https://gofan.co/event/4997903?schoolId=IL15538.
November 3, 2025
🖤 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/homeLet’s show our support, start conversations, and wear our purpose proudly. #GrayMattersCollective #RockyPride #MentalHealthAwareness
"There will be a Germany Trip meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 6th at 5:30 p.m. in the Library. Attendance is mandatory if you are planning on going on the trip, and your first deposit is due at the meeting."
Just two short days to particpating in the 2025 Student Hunger Drive. We need the help of all students and staff to meet our goal of collecting just over 9,000 pounds of food for the community. We will have boxes at all entrances. Please help us fill the boxes!! Tomorrow we are asking all students and staff to bring at least one canned vegetable and drop it into the boxes at the door.
Esports will be cancelled for Tuesday November 4th but will resume on Thursday November 6th.
Attention all boys that are interested in playing basketball for the 2025-2026 season. We will be
having a mandatory meeting on Monday, November 3rd at 3:30pm in the Fieldhouse. If you plan on playing basketball this year please be at this meeting to get important information and
all of your questions answered. If you can’t make the meeting know that you must have an updated physical and be registered on snap to attend the tryout. No exceptions.
EAC Meeting is in the little theater @ 7:30 AM tomorrow morning, hope to see you there.
NHS Juniors and Seniors: We will have a brief meeting in the RIHS library tomorrow morning at 7:30. You can use the post in the NHS Google classroom if you arrive a little early in need to enter the building. We look forward to seeing you in the morning!
Attention all wrestlers. The time has come. If you are going to wrestle this year you will need to sign up in the Fitness Center right after school this Wednesday. We will have open mat following signups. I hope you can make it.
Congratulations to junior Elliot Batz, who qualified for this weekend's IHSA State 3A Cross Country Meet in Peoria by finishing 6th overall in the Normal Community High School Sectional this past Saturday.
Congratulations, Elliot, and good luck this weekend. Congratulations to David Pack-Lewis and Izaak McMeans who advanced to the Special Olympic Bowling State Tournament over the weekend. They both earned a gold medal in their division! Great job David and Izaak!
There will be a Germany Trip meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 4th at 5:30 p.m. in the Library. Attendance is mandatory if you are planning on going on the trip, and your first deposit is due at the meeting."
October 31, 2025
Students who are taking the fan bus to Galesburg today. No backpacks or bags will be allowed on the bus. If you have one that you need to take home for the weekend you will be able to store it in the Athletic Office after school and pick it up on our return from Galesburg.
All girls on the Track team please turn on your Group-Me notifications. On November 3rd there will be a girls track and field team meeting after school in the Fitness Center at 3:30. Sprinters and Hurdlers will begin open gyms Mondays - Wednesdays. If you need more information please stop by and visit Mr. Willams.
"There will be a Germany Trip meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 4th at 5:30 p.m. in the Library. Attendance is mandatory if you are planning on going on the trip, and your first deposit is due at the meeting."
All girls on the Track team please turn on your Group-Me notifications. On November 3rd there will be a girls track and field team meeting after school in the Fitness Center at 3:30. Sprinters and Hurdlers will begin open gyms Mondays - Wednesdays. If you need more information please stop by and visit Mr. Willams. Look forward to building something special this season! Coach Williams
Next week is our final countdown to the 2025 Student Hunger Drive. We need the help of all students and staff to meet our goal of collecting just over 9,000 pounds of food for the community. We will have boxes at all entrances. Please help us fill the boxes!! On Monday, we are asking all students to bring in at least one box of pasta!
Art Club is cancelled for today?
Attention all boys that are interested in playing basketball for the 2025-2026 season. We will be having a mandatory meeting on Monday, November 3rd at 3:30pm in the Fieldhouse. If you plan on playing basketball this year please be at this meeting to get important information and all of your questions answered. If you can’t make the meeting know that you must have an updated physical and be registered on snap to attend the tryout. No exceptions.
October 29, 2025
For all FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE girls interested in playing basketball this season, there will be a meeting with Coach Randle on THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30th at 3:25 in the girls gym to go over pre-season paperwork. Please make sure you are there to pick up any needed paperwork. Tryouts for all girls basketball players is Monday and Tuesday, November 3rd and 4th.
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 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.
EAC will be cleaning up the greenhouse after school Thursday./today... Meet at the greenhouse near room 305 @3:25 PM
🖤 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. 💪🧠
🎓Seniors, don’t miss out! Get the help you need to finish those college applications at College Application Day this Friday!
Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSeCfj4W9SV.../viewform...
Be part of an exciting school-wide initiative! Shop RIHS merch for yourself or the perfect gift—and support our scholars. Every purchase helps fund our Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program, a high school initiative that rewards positive behavior, academic effort, and engagement. Proceeds go toward prizes, supplies, and experiences that help scholars thrive.
Visit https://ripride.itemorder.com/shop/home/ to shop and show your support!
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.