Happy National Substitute Educators Day to our amazing substitutes!
We appreciate each of you for the important role you play in educating our scholars. Thank you for all you do for the RIMSD #41 community.
November 21, 2025
Come out and support our Theatre Program by attending this year’s fall play: THE BOOKSTORE. After inheriting her aunt’s bookstore, Rachel—a struggling NYC professional—considers selling it to a developer. But the shop’s charm, quirky patrons, and devoted employees make her question whether she can truly put a price on a beloved community hub. The show runs Thursday, November 20 through Saturday, November 22, with performances at 7:00 PM each night. Tickets are $5.00 general admission. We hope to see you there!
Tis the season to get some NEW Rocky Merch! Check out the link in your Google classroom to place your orders by December 1st at Midnight. Great T-shirts, long sleeve shirts, crewnecks, and hoodies are available to get geared up for this basketball and holiday season. All items are available for purchase by anyone with the QR Code. Purchases may be delivered to your home for a fee or picked up for free on December 12th in the Fieldhouse foyer before the Moline Basketball game. You MUST have an ID to pick up your order.
"This Friday the boys basketball program is having their Red/Gold scrimmage in the field house. The start time is 6pm. Cost to attend is 5 dollars per person or $20 per family. We are looking to have a great student section this year so make sure you are there."
Boys Swimming and Diving Season: November 24th – February 21st. We have swim practice in the evenings at Augustana College: 3501 7th Ave RI To join you must be able to swim one lap without stopping. Required equipment: Swim Suit, Goggles, Towel Come November 24th and 25th at 7:15 pm to try it out. Augustana College Lindburg Pool Any questions please contact Coach Brown: Rebecca.brown@rimsd41.org
November 20, 2025
You only have a few weeks left to purchase your 2025-26 yearbook! You can purchase in room 211 with cash or a check, or online at www.yearbookordercenter.com, using order code 8228. Books are on sale until Winter Break. No extras will be ordered, so don't miss out!
Come out and support our Theatre Program by attending this year’s fall play: THE BOOKSTORE. After inheriting her aunt’s bookstore, Rachel—a struggling NYC professional—considers selling it to a developer. But the shop’s charm, quirky patrons, and devoted employees make her question whether she can truly put a price on a beloved community hub. The show runs Thursday, November 20 through Saturday, November 22, with performances at 7:00 PM each night. Tickets are $5.00 general admission. We hope to see you there!
Anyone interested in playing softball this spring we will have a short meeting on Thursday from 3:20-3:40 in Coach Young's Room 129. It is important that if you plan on playing softball that you attend this short meeting.
Tis the season to get some NEW Rocky Merch! Check out the link in your Google classroom to place your orders by December 1st at Midnight. Great T-shirts, long sleeve shirts, crewnecks, and hoodies are available to get geared up for this basketball and holiday season. All items are available for purchase by anyone with the QR Code. Purchases may be delivered to your home for a fee or picked up for free on December 12th in the Fieldhouse foyer before the Moline Basketball game. You MUST have an ID to pick up your order.
Attention Rock Island Fans!!!! Tonight is the Home opener for the Lady Rocks Basketball Team as the Peoria High Lions come to town! We want your support, just not tonight, but EVERY home game! We have the best fans and student sections in the Western Big Six! Let's show Peoria how ROCKTOWN ROLLS! The quarry crazies, I hear the THEME tonight is: REG FLAG!! We CANNOT allow them to come to our house and get a win!!! Our crowd can help us get over the top! We need your energy! Let's have our student section loud! Sophs start at 5pm, Varsity to follow at 6:30!!!!!
SEE YALL THERE #ROCKTOWN4LIFE
"This Friday the boys basketball program is having their Red/Gold scrimmage in the field house. The start time is 6pm. Cost to attend is 5 dollars per person or $20 per family. We are looking to have a great student section this year so make sure you are there
November 19, 2025
You only have a few weeks left to purchase your 2025-26 yearbook! You can purchase in room 211 with cash or a check, or online at www.yearbookordercenter.com, using order code 8228. Books are on sale until Winter Break. No extras will be ordered, so don't miss out!
Culture Club is meeting Wednesday after school in room 119 to continue planning for Culture Fest. We've chosen the theme "Play the game, live the culture". Help make this year's event a success. All are welcome!
11/20 we have Sgt. Boclair with the Marines from 11:30-1:00 in the cafeteria.
Come out and support our Theatre Program by attending this year’s fall play: THE BOOKSTORE. After inheriting her aunt’s bookstore, Rachel—a struggling NYC professional—considers selling it to a developer. But the shop’s charm, quirky patrons, and devoted employees make her question whether she can truly put a price on a beloved community hub. The show runs Thursday, November 20 through Saturday, November 22, with performances at 7:00 PM each night. Tickets are $5.00 general admission. We hope to see you there!
Anyone interested in playing softball this spring we will have a short meeting on Thursday from 3:20-3:40 in Coach Young's Room 129. It is important that if you plan on playing softball that you attend this short meeting.
EAC is having a workday Wednesday after school. We will be clearing the butterfly garden for the winter. Please come to room 29.
All band students report to the band room during your 8th hour today
November 18, 2025
Culture Club is meeting Wednesday after school in room 119 to continue planning for Culture Fest. We've chosen the theme "Play the game, live the culture". Help make this year's event a success. All are welcome!
On 11/18 we have Sgt. Mitchell with the army from 11:30-1:00 in the cafeteria. Be sure to stop by with any questions you may have!
On 11/20 we have Sgt. Boclair with the Marines from 11:30-1:00 in the cafeteria.
Come out and support our Theatre Program by attending this year’s fall play: THE BOOKSTORE. After inheriting her aunt’s bookstore, Rachel—a struggling NYC professional—considers selling it to a developer. But the shop’s charm, quirky patrons, and devoted employees make her question whether she can truly put a price on a beloved community hub. The show runs Thursday, November 20 through Saturday, November 22, with performances at 7:00 PM each night. Tickets are $5.00 general admission. We hope to see you there!
EAC is having a workday Wednesday after school. We will be clearing the butterfly garden for the winter. Please come to room 29.
November 17, 2025
Esports- Just a reminder that those going on the Black Hawk College trip after school need to meet in room 322. We will walk to the bus together and it will pick us up in front of the school. See Mrs. Vroman if you have any questions
EAC meeting tomorrow morning before school 7:30 AM in the little theater. Hope to see you there.
You only have a few weeks left to purchase your 2025-26 yearbook! You can purchase in room 211 with cash or a check, or online at www.yearbookordercenter.com, using order code 8228. Books are on sale until Winter Break. No extras will be ordered, so don't miss out!
Culture Club is meeting Wednesday after school in room 119 to continue planning for Culture Fest. We've chosen the theme "Play the game, live the culture". Help make this year's event a success. All are welcome!
November 14, 2025
November 14th we have Iowa State University in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00 PM. If you are interested please stop by and speak with Mr. Heinrichs. (admissions counselor)
Any girls interested in playing soccer this spring, there will be an Open Gym today after school in the stadium from 3:45 - 4:45. Bring your cleats and shin guards.
🖤 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 today, 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
Student IDs are required to be worn at all times while on campus. If you do not have an ID, your teacher can email the deans complex to have an additional ID printed for you which will then be delivered to your class.
Students looking to attend any basketball games will be required to show their 25-26 school issued ID. Any students that have unserved detentions will not be allowed to attend the games. If you have any questions, please see your Dean.
Congratulations to our very own Kyle Hoffman, who has been named the 2025 State Division Assistant Athletic Director of the Year by the Illinois Athletic Directors Association (IADA)! His leadership, dedication, and passion for supporting student-athletes have made a lasting impact on our programs and school community. We’re incredibly proud of this well-deserved recognition.
Kyle will be honored and presented with a plaque at the IADA State Conference Awards Dinner in March 2026.
Medley Relay: Kateri King, Claire Mills, Sophia Heitz, Eva Kendall — 5th Place
100 Fly: Sophia Heitz — 6th Place
100 Free: Claire Mills — 6th Place
100 Back: Claire Mills — 1st Place, State Qualifier
400 Free Relay: Sophia Heitz, Claire Mills, Kateri King, Vivi Wright — 6th Place
Diving: Lauryn Barker — 4th Place
Congrats once again to all our swimmers, the coaches, and everyone involved for an outstanding performance!
November 12, 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/home
Let’s show our support, start conversations, and wear our purpose proudly. 💪🧠 #GrayMattersCollective #RockyPride #MentalHealthAwareness
For any girls interested in playing soccer this spring, there will be a meeting Wednesday November 12th at 3:35 in the island. Please be there to receive information regarding open gyms, Remind and GroupMe codes, and other important information.
Yearbooks are on sale in room 211 or online at www.yearbookordercenter.com. Use order code 8228. Yearbooks are only on sale for a few more weeks, through Winter Break, so don't miss out! No extras will be ordered!
Any young men interested in participating in track and field who are not in a winter sport should attend a meeting in room 303 after school on Wednesday.
On November 13th we have Western IL University will be here in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00 PM. Be sure to stop by and meet with Mr. Ruiz if you have any questions about WIU!
November 14th we have Iowa State University in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00 PM. If you are interested please stop by and speak with Mr. Heinrichs. (admissions counselor)
The EAC is working in the greenhouse after school today please join us.
November 12, 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/home
Let’s show our support, start conversations, and wear our purpose proudly. 💪🧠 #GrayMattersCollective #RockyPride #MentalHealthAwareness
For any girls interested in playing soccer this spring, there will be a meeting Wednesday November 12th at 3:35 in the island. Please be there to receive information regarding open gyms, Remind and GroupMe codes, and other important information.
Yearbooks are on sale in room 211 or online at www.yearbookordercenter.com. Use order code 8228. Yearbooks are only on sale for a few more weeks, through Winter Break, so don't miss out! No extras will be ordered!
Any young men interested in participating in track and field who are not in a winter sport should attend a meeting in room 303 after school on Wednesday.
On November 13th we have Western IL University will be here in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00 PM. Be sure to stop by and meet with Mr. Ruiz if you have any questions about WIU!
November 14th we have Iowa State University in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00 PM. If you are interested please stop by and speak with Mr. Heinrichs. (admissions counselor)
The EAC is working in the greenhouse after school today please join us.
Boys Swimming and Diving
Season: November 24th – February 21st
We have swim practice in the evenings at Augustana College: 3501 7th Ave RI
To join you must be able to swim one lap without stopping.
Required equipment:
Swim Suit, Goggles, Towel
Come November 24th and 25th at 7:15 pm to try it out. Augustana College Lindburg Pool
Any questions please contact Coach Brown: Rebecca.brown@rimsd41.org
Rocky junior Elliot Batz delivered an outstanding performance at the XC State Meet, becoming the first RIHS athlete to earn All-State honors in boys’ cross country since the 1998–99 school year, and the first ever 3A All-Stater in program history!
Congrats, Elliot, coaches, and everyone involved!
Today, we honor and thank all who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Your courage, dedication, and sacrifice protect the freedoms we cherish every day. From all of us at RIMSD 41 - thank you, veterans!
Along the way, the team captured its first-ever Sectional and Super-Sectional titles, making this season one to remember. The Rocks’ historic journey came to a close with a 5–1 loss to Streamwood, but their effort, heart, and teamwork never wavered.
Congratulations to the players, coaches, and everyone involved in the program! You’ve made the entire Rocky community proud. Way to represent!
November 10, 2025
Congratulations to Junior Elliot Batz, who finished in 17th place out of 236 qualifiers on Saturday at the IHSA 3A State Cross Country Meet in Peoria to earn All-State honors and a medal. Elliot is Rocky’s first male scholar to earn All-State honors since 1998 and in addition to breaking the school’s 3-mile record is the first Running Rock to earn All-State honors in Class 3A. Way to represent RockTown, Elliot!
For any girls interested in playing soccer this spring, there will be a meeting Wednesday November 12th at 3:35 in the island. Please be there to receive information regarding open gyms, Remind and GroupMe codes, and other important information. Thank you.
Any young men interested in participating in track and field who are not in a winter sport should attend a meeting in room 303 after school on Wednesday.
Rocky recycling day is WEDNESDAY this week due to no school on Tuesday. Also we will be working again in the greenhouse after school on Wednesday this week.
Yearbooks are on sale in room 211 or online at www.yearbookordercenter.com. Use order code 8228. Yearbooks are only on sale for a few more weeks, through Winter Break, so don't miss out! No extras will be ordered!
🖤 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
On November 13th we have Western IL University will be here in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00 PM. Be sure to stop by and meet with Mr. Ruiz if you have any questions about WIU!
November 14th we have Iowa State University in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00 PM. If you are interested please stop by and speak with Mr. Heinrichs. (admissions counselor)
The Marines will be here today in the cafeteria from 11:30- 1:00 PM
November 10, 2025
Congratulations to Junior Elliot Batz, who finished in 17th place out of 236 qualifiers on Saturday at the IHSA 3A State Cross Country Meet in Peoria to earn All-State honors and a medal. Elliot is Rocky’s first male scholar to earn All-State honors since 1998 and in addition to breaking the school’s 3-mile record is the first Running Rock to earn All-State honors in Class 3A. Way to represent RockTown, Elliot!
For any girls interested in playing soccer this spring, there will be a meeting Wednesday November 12th at 3:35 in the island. Please be there to receive information regarding open gyms, Remind and GroupMe codes, and other important information. Thank you.
Any young men interested in participating in track and field who are not in a winter sport should attend a meeting in room 303 after school on Wednesday.
Rocky recycling day is WEDNESDAY this week due to no school on Tuesday. Also we will be working again in the greenhouse after school on Wednesday this week.
Yearbooks are on sale in room 211 or online at www.yearbookordercenter.com. Use order code 8228. Yearbooks are only on sale for a few more weeks, through Winter Break, so don't miss out! No extras will be ordered!
🖤 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
On November 13th we have Western IL University will be here in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00 PM. Be sure to stop by and meet with Mr. Ruiz if you have any questions about WIU!
November 14th we have Iowa State University in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00 PM. If you are interested please stop by and speak with Mr. Heinrichs. (admissions counselor)
The Marines will be here today in the cafeteria from 11:30- 1:00 PM
November 7, 2025
A huge congratulations goes out to the Student Council and the rest of the Rock Island High School community. The official numbers are in from the Student Hunger Drive, and we brought in 17,431 pounds or 37,652 meals. RIHS was awarded the Most Improved School in Division A.
If you haven't purchased your 2025-26 yearbook, make sure you do by Winter Break. Books cost $60 and are on sale in room 211 or online at www.yearbookordercenter.com, using order code 8228. Don't miss out!
Yesterday, Rock Island High School held a Walk of Champions to celebrate our boys soccer team and cross country runner Elliot Batz as they head to state! ⚽🏃♂️
The boys soccer team takes on Washington High School today at 1:30 p.m. in Hoffman Estates, and Elliot will represent Rocky at the IHSA State Cross Country Championship this Saturday, Nov. 8, at Detweiller Park in Peoria.
Let’s go Rocks! ❤️💛
November 6, 2025
There will be a Germany trip meeting today, Thursday Nov. 6 at 5:30 p.m. in the library. Attendance is mandatory, and your deposit is due at the meeting."
🖤 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
EAC is working in the greenhouse after school today.