Thank you to the Illinois Association of School Boards for allowing us to host the Blackhawk Division meeting!
A special shout-out to the talented students of the Rock Island High School Choirs for their outstanding performances!
March 5, 2026
ATTENTION FRESHMAN
Want your license when you turn 16? Take Drivers Education this summer. Stop by room 13 for information.
On Thursday March 5th the Navy will be here located in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00. If you have any questions stop by and meet with Mr. Caruso, Navy Recruiter.
Western IL University will be visiting tomorrow Friday March 6th. Cameron Ruiz with admissions will be in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00. Be sure you stop by to ask any questions you may have!
It's not too late to sign up for boys tennis for the spring season. Stop by room 313 to sign up. Practices are starting this week.
Attention students: There are only 2 weeks left in the 3rd Quarter. If you currently have an F in any class, NOW is the time to bring your grade up. Sign up using this link or QR code below for this Saturday, February 28th or next Saturday, March 7th to complete ANY missing work and improve your current grades. (NOTE: Any Saturday work time will eliminate double detention time.) Certified teachers will be available at each work session to help you make up any quizzes or tests that you have missed and would like to make up. You can also sign up to attend the next two Saturdays or Spring Break sessions to complete any Credit Recovery you need to stay on track for graduation.
Don’t wait — SIGN UP NOW to take advantage of these extra work sessions and finish the quarter strong!! Make sure to see your Counselor to get organized for success.
Seniors - The Rock Island-Milan Education Foundation scholarship application deadline has been extended to this Saturday, March 7 at 5pm. Don't miss out on your chance to receive one or more of 80 scholarship opportunities totaling around $200,000! These scholarships are exclusively for the RIHS Class of 2026. Please contact Ms. Ponsetto with the Rock Island-Milan Education Foundation or your counselor with any questions.
RIMSD is celebrating National School Social Work Week! 🎉💛❤️
This week, we proudly recognize our outstanding district social workers:
- Brittany Coopman, Thurgood Marshall Learning Center
- Madison Johnson and Ivyana Wilmington, Rock Island High School
- Kris Sierra, Rock Island High School and Frances Willard
- Justice Kinder and Katelyn Camp, Washington Junior High School
- Lauren Youngers, Thomas Jefferson and Horace Mann Early Learning Center
- Amy Rohwer, Ridgewood and Rock Island Center for Math and Science
- Patricia Gallegos, Rock Island Academy, Denkmann Elementary and Longfellow Liberal Arts
- Maria Frere, Earl Hanson
- Morgan Laden, Rock Island Academy and Rock Island Center for Math and Science
- Tonia Poterack, Horace Mann Early Learning Center
- Jodi Ketcham, Horace Mann Early Learning Center
- Jocelyn Holtrop, Horace Mann Early Learning Center
- Heather Wangler, Horace Mann Early Learning Center
- Tiera Teague, Horace Mann Early Learning Center
Your compassion, expertise, and steadfast commitment to our scholars and families make a meaningful difference every single day. Thank you for the critical role you play in supporting well-being, strengthening connections, and helping our scholars thrive!
ATTENTION FRESHMAN
Want your license when you turn 16? Take Drivers Education this summer. Stop by room 13 for information.
March 4, 2026
Seniors - The Rock Island-Milan Education Foundation scholarship application deadline has been extended to this Saturday, March 7 at 5pm. Don't miss out on your chance to receive one or more of 80 scholarship opportunities totaling around $200,000! These scholarships are exclusively for the RIHS Class of 2026. Please contact Ms. Ponsetto with the Rock Island-Milan Education Foundation or your counselor with any questions.
Attention students: There are only 2 weeks left in the 3rd Quarter. If you currently have an F in any class, NOW is the time to bring your grade up. Sign up using this link or QR code below for this Saturday, February 28th or next Saturday, March 7th to complete ANY missing work and improve your current grades. (NOTE: Any Saturday work time will eliminate double detention time.) Certified teachers will be available at each work session to help you make up any quizzes or tests that you have missed and would like to make up. You can also sign up to attend the next two Saturdays or Spring Break sessions to complete any Credit Recovery you need to stay on track for graduation. Don’t wait — SIGN UP NOW to take advantage of these extra work sessions and finish the quarter strong!! Make sure to see your Counselor to get organized for success.
It's not too late to sign up for boys tennis for the spring season. Stop by room 313 to sign up. Practices are starting this week.
Swahili Heritage Club Festival
Mark your calendars for March 5th, this Thursday, at 3:30 PM in the Island/Cafeteria — the Swahili Heritage Club Festival is here! Experience high-energy Swahili music and dance, fun cultural games, and a powerful sense of community. And yes… the samosas are ready. The recipe has been perfected, and you’ll want to taste them for yourself. Come for the culture. Stay for the flavor. Leave inspired. Don’t miss it — we’ll see you there!
RIMSD community, we are excited to launch our new Shout-Out Series, spotlighting outstanding team members across our district.
This series supports our 2030 Strategic Plan - Priority 5: We will nurture relationships and connections with all members of our school community.
We are proud to share our February features. Thank you all for your continued support, and thanks to everyone who took the time to recognize their colleagues.
View all the shout-outs here
Visit our 2030 Strategic Plan here
Thank you to the Rock Island-Milan Education Foundation for supporting this initiative through grant funding and helping us continue this meaningful program for our scholars.
A special thank-you to our generous sponsors: Midwest Writing Center for providing books for all our principals, Augustana College for supplying the kickoff day t-shirts, and Superintendent Dr. Williams for providing pencils and bookmarks to all 2nd graders.
In its first year as a standalone program, our girls wrestling team has its first state champion, Courtney Walls!
Congratulations, Courtney Walls, and congratulations to the coaches on an incredible achievement!
March 3, 2026
Attention students: There are only 2 weeks left in the 3rd Quarter. If you currently have an F in any class, NOW is the time to bring your grade up. Sign up using this link or QR code below for this Saturday, February 28th or next Saturday, March 7th to complete ANY missing work and improve your current grades. (NOTE: Any Saturday work time will eliminate double detention time.) Certified teachers will be available at each work session to help you make up any quizzes or tests that you have missed and would like to make up. You can also sign up to attend the next two Saturdays or Spring Break sessions to complete any Credit Recovery you need to stay on track for graduation.
Don’t wait — SIGN UP NOW to take advantage of these extra work sessions and finish the quarter strong!! Make sure to see your Counselor to get organized for success.
Attention all wrestlers. There will be a wrestling meeting after school Tuesday in the Fitness Center. This meeting is mandatory and you must bring all of your uniforms to turn in. Please make sure you attend this meeting.
ATTENTION FRESHMAN--Want your license when you turn 16? Take Drivers Education this summer. Stop by room 13 for information.
This week we have the Marines here on Tuesday March 3rd located in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00. Stop on by and meet with Sgt. Boclair with any questions you may have.
On Thursday March 5th the Navy will be here located in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00. If you have any questions stop by and meet with Mr. Caruso, Navy Recruiter.
The spirit shop is open this Wednesday during all lunches, everything is priced at either 5 or 10 dollars. The shop is full of shirts, Jackets, and a few hats, There's plenty of 2023 homecoming t-shirts for $5 in case you missed out. Only cash will be accepted.
It's not too late to sign up for boys tennis for the spring season. Stop by room 313 to sign up. Practices are starting this week.
Wednesday during homeroom, the library is hosting a special event for Read Across America week. Come hear the first chapter of the hilarious and heartwarming book Not So Pure and Simple by next year's visiting author, Lamar Giles! Sign up using the QR code posted around the building, or come to the library and we'll get you on the list!
Mark your calendars for March 5th, this Thursday, at 3:30 PM in the Island/Cafeteria — the Swahili Heritage Club Festival is here!
Experience high-energy Swahili music and dance, fun cultural games, and a powerful sense of community. And yes… the samosas are ready. The recipe has been perfected, and you’ll want to taste them for yourself. Come for the culture. Stay for the flavor. Leave inspired.
Don’t miss it — we’ll see you there!
March 2, 2026
This week we have the Marines here on Tuesday March 3rd located in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00. Stop on by and meet with Sgt. Boclair with any questions you may have.
On Thursday March 5th the Navy will be here located in the cafeteria from 11:30-1:00. If you have any questions stop by and meet with Mr. Caruso, Navy Recruiter.
ATTENTION FRESHMAN--Want your license when you turn 16? Take Drivers Education this summer. Stop by room 13 for information.
Attention Rock Island High School Students: It's that time of year again! Any student currently failing a required class, enrolled in multiple Credit Recovery courses, missing graduation credits from classes failed last semester or last year can now sign up for our Spring Catch Up Academy. Please use the QR code or drop in to see your school counselor to make sure you get back on track with all of your missing credits!
Attention all wrestlers. There will be a wrestling meeting after school Tuesday in the Fitness Center. This meeting is mandatory and you must bring all of your uniforms to turn in. Please make sure you attend this meeting.
Celebrate Read Across America Week and get a sneak-peek of Rock Island High School's next visiting author-- Lamar Giles. Come to the Rocky Library during homeroom on Wednesday, March 4 to hear the first chapter of Giles's hilarious and heartwarming book, Not So Pure and Simple. Sign up using the link on Google Classroom, or stop in the library.
The EAC greenhouse afterschool today has been cancelled and will be rescheduled. Tomorrow is a Rocky Recycling Day please come to room 29 @7:20
The spirit shop is open this Wednesday during all lunches, everything is priced at either 5 or 10 dollars. The shop is full of shirts, Jackets, and a few hats, There's plenty of 2023 homecoming t-shirts for $5 in case you missed out. Only cash will be accepted.
It's not too late to sign up for boys tennis for the spring season. Stop by room 313 to sign up. Practices are starting this week.
"Any girls interested in trying out for the Girls Soccer program, try outs are today from 3:45 - 5:45 in the stadium. You must be registered on Snap and have an up to date physical turned in to Kyle Hoffman in order to try out for the team. Shin guards, socks, and tennis shoes are required; cleats are highly recommended."
The AAHC will meet today after school on the Island to discuss their spring HBCU trip.
ALL SENIORS MUST complete either the FAFSA or the FAFSA opt out form. This is a state of Illinois requirement for graduation.
Your feedback directly impacts our school improvement planning and helps us better serve your child. Please take a few minutes today to complete the survey. Every response truly makes a difference.
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Thank you for partnering with us to make Rock Island High School the best it can be for all students.
February 27, 2026
Celebrate Read Across America Week and get a sneak peek at Rock Island High School’s upcoming visiting author, Lamar Giles! Join us in the Rocky Library during homeroom on Wednesday, March 4, to hear the first chapter of his hilarious and heartwarming novel, Not So Pure and Simple. Sign up using the link on Google Classroom or stop by the library to reserve your spot.
Attention Wrestlers:
There will be a mandatory wrestling meeting after school Tuesday in the Fitness Center. All wrestlers must attend and bring their uniforms to turn in.
Girls Soccer Tryouts:
Any girls interested in trying out for soccer must be signed up on Snap and have an up-to-date physical submitted to Kyle Hoffman. Tryouts are Monday, March 2, from 3:45–5:45 p.m. in the stadium. Shin guards and tennis shoes are required; cleats are highly recommended.
Rocky Seniors:
The deadline to submit your RIMEF 2026 Scholarship Application is today at 3:00 p.m. One application gives you access to more than 80 scholarship opportunities, with approximately $200,000 in awards available for the Class of 2026. Please contact Ms. Ponsetto in Room 142 or your counselor with any questions.
Juniors and Seniors:
Interested in planning prom? Join the Prom Committee! Help decide the theme, decorations, snacks, and more. The first meeting is March 3 at 7:20 a.m. in Room 203. See or email Mrs. Jarrin with questions.
Attention Students:
There are only three weeks left in the third quarter. If you have an F in any class, now is the time to bring your grade up. Sign up using the link or QR code for work sessions on Saturday, February 28 or Saturday, March 7 to complete missing assignments and improve your grades. Certified teachers will be available to help with assignments, quizzes, and tests. Attending a Saturday session will eliminate double detention time. You may also sign up for upcoming Saturday or Spring Break Credit Recovery sessions to stay on track for graduation. Don’t wait — sign up now and finish the quarter strong! Be sure to check in with your counselor to make a plan.
Boys Tennis:
There’s still time to sign up for boys tennis. Stop by Room 313 to register. We have plenty of roster spots available. No equipment or experience is required—everyone is welcome!
February 26, 2026
Hey RIHS! Hungry for a good cause? Join us at Portillo’s in Davenport from 5:00–8:00 PM for our Dine & Donate Night supporting Dance Marathon! All you have to do is:👉 Mention RIHS before you order 👉 Use code PORTILLOS60 when ordering online It’s that easy! Grab some burgers, fries, and shakes while helping us make a difference. 💛 Bring your friends, bring your family, and let’s pack Portillo’s tonight! Thank you for supporting Dance Marathon — every bite counts! 💃
Rocky Seniors - just a reminder that the deadline for submitting your RIMEF 2026 Scholarship Application is next Friday, February 27 at 3pm. One application is all you need for the chance to receive one or more of 80 scholarship opportunities. Around $200,000 in awards will be handed out in May just for the RIHS Class of 2026! Please contact Ms Ponsetto with the Rock Island-Milan Education Foundation in Rm 142 or your counselor with any questions.
Juniors and Seniors: Are you interested in planning prom? Join the Prom Committee where you can help decide on the theme, decorations, snacks, and more! Our first meeting is March 3rd at 7:20 in Mrs. Jarrin's classroom, room 203. If you have any questions, email Mrs. Jarrin or stop by her room!
Attention students: There are only 3 weeks left in the 3rd Quarter. If you currently have an F in any class, NOW is the time to bring your grade up. Sign up using this link or QR code below for this Saturday, February 28th or next Saturday, March 7th to complete ANY missing work and improve your current grades. (NOTE: Any Saturday work time will eliminate double detention time.) Certified teachers will be available at each work session to help you make up any quizzes or tests that you have missed and would like to make up. You can also sign up to attend the next two Saturdays or Spring Break sessions to complete any Credit Recovery you need to stay on track for graduation.
Don’t wait — SIGN UP NOW to take advantage of these extra work sessions and finish the quarter strong!! Make sure to see your Counselor to get organized for success.
There is a mandatory meeting for students who requested a dual credit course for next school year to discuss next steps in the process. This includes English 101, Medical Terminology, Music Appreciation and Principles of Speech. The meeting will be held during Homeroom in the Auditorium. A meeting for students who requested the Nursing program will be held at a later date.
February 25, 2026
C is for Coookie! Come enjoy some delicious cookies at Cookies in Dreams in Bettendorf tonight between 4 and 8 PM. Be sure to mention RIHS, and 20% of all orders will be donated to the Student Councils' Dance Marathon.
Rocky Seniors - just a reminder that the deadline for submitting your RIMEF 2026 Scholarship Application is next Friday, February 27 at 3pm. One application is all you need for the chance to receive one or more of 80 scholarship opportunities. Around $200,000 in awards will be handed out in May just for the RIHS Class of 2026! Please contact Ms. Ponsetto with the Rock Island-Milan Education Foundation in Rm 142 or your counselor with any questions
Attention Rock Island High School Students: It's that time of year again! Any student currently failing a required class, enrolled in multiple Credit Recovery courses, missing graduation credits from classes failed last semester or last year can now sign up for our Spring Catch Up Academy. Please use the QR code or drop in to see your school counselor to make sure you get back on track with all of your missing credits!
Attention all Rocky Wrestlers. If you wrestled this season you are required to stop by practice this Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday to get banquet information from Coach Stockwell and turn in your uniforms. Please take care of this as soon as possible.
Juniors and Seniors: Are you interested in planning prom? Join the Prom Committee where you can help decide on the theme, decorations, snacks, and more! Our first meeting is March 3rd at 7:20 in Mrs. Jarrin's classroom, room 203. If you have any questions, email Mrs. Jarrin or stop by her room!
"Culture Club is meeting Wednesday after school in room 119. We'll be celebrating a successful Pot Luck and working on Culture Fest preparations. All are welcome!"
All boys interested in playing tennis this season, we have plenty of roster spots open, please stop by room 313 to sign up. Practice starts next week. No experience or equipment needed.
Attention Rocky Seniors!
To graduate, you must complete one of the following:
FAFSA Application: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
FAFSA Non-Participation: https://studentportal.isac.org/web/guest/student/?p_p_id=Student_WAR_Studentportlet&_Student_WAR_Studentportlet__facesViewIdRender=%2Fviews%2FisacPrograms.xhtml#fafsa
If you have any questions, please reach out to your counselors!
February 24, 2026
Southern IL University Edwardsville will be located in the cafeteria today from 11:30-1:00. If students have any questions please stop on by and meet with Heather Poulsen.
The spirit wear store will be open Wednesday during all lunch periods. Only cash will be accepted and everything is priced at either $5 or $10 dollars. The store is located on the island.
Rocky Seniors - just a reminder that the deadline for submitting your RIMEF 2026 Scholarship Application is next Friday, February 27 at 3pm. One application is all you need for the chance to receive one or more of 80 scholarship opportunities. Around $200,000 in awards will be handed out in May just for the RIHS Class of 2026! Please contact Ms Ponsetto with the Rock Island-Milan Education Foundation in Rm 142 or your counselor with any questions.
Attention Rock Island High School Students: It's that time of year again! Any student currently failing a required class, enrolled in multiple Credit Recovery courses, missing graduation credits from classes failed last semester or last year can now sign up for our Spring Catch Up Academy. Please use the QR code or drop in to see your school counselor to make sure you get back on track with all of your missing credits!
Congrats to the Rocky Wrestlers that competed at the IHSA State Tournament this past weekend. Everyone wrestled well and gave it their all. Sophomore Angelo Parker placed in the top 8 only one win from the medals. Junior Rowan Stockwell was able to fight his way to a 4th place All State medal. Congrats to all. The wrestling program would like to thank everyone for all their support throughout the tournament and season.
Attention all Rocky Wrestlers. If you wrestled this season you are required to stop by practice this Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday to get banquet information from Coach Stockwell and turn in your uniforms. Please take care of this as soon as possible.
Juniors and Seniors: Are you interested in planning prom? Join the Prom Committee where you can help decide on the theme, decorations, snacks, and more! Our first meeting is March 3rd at 7:20 in Mrs. Jarrin's classroom, room 203. If you have any questions, email Mrs. Jarrin or stop by her room!
NHS sophomore, junior, and senior invitees, We are finalizing the lists for our Induction Ceremony program. If you have not turned anything in yet to Mrs. Greenwood or Mrs. Hayek by the end of this week, we will remove your name. Some of you have turned in partial requirements; you need everything turned in by the end of this week. NHS seniors, you MUST send your senior and baby pictures to Millie, Gabe, or Angelo, along with your short quotations for the senior slideshow. They will not have time for last minute submissions. Check the NHS Google classrooms for more information.
Attention all boys who plan on playing tennis this spring, there will be a short meeting in room 313 after school tomorrow Tuesday February 24th. Please plan on attending, if you cannot attend make sure you contact coach Gabany to let him know.
All girls interested in trying out for the Girls Soccer team next Monday, March 2nd, must be signed up on Snap and have their up to date physicals turned in to Kyle Hoffman this week. You will not be allowed to try out without these items completed. Thank you!
"Culture Club is meeting Wednesday after school in room 119. We'll be celebrating a successful Pot Luck and working on Culture Fest preparations. All are welcome!"
Attention students: There are only 3 weeks left in the 3rd Quarter. If you currently have an F in any class, NOW is the time to bring your grade up.
Sign up using this link or QR code below for this Saturday, February 28th or next Saturday, March 7th to complete ANY missing work and improve your current grades. (NOTE: Any Saturday work time will eliminate double detention time.) Certified teachers will be available at each work session to help you make up any quizzes or tests that you have missed and would like to make up. You can also sign up to attend the next two Saturdays or Spring Break sessions to complete any Credit Recovery you need to stay on track for graduation.
Don’t wait — SIGN UP NOW to take advantage of these extra work sessions and finish the quarter strong!! Make sure to see your Counselor to get organized for success.
February 23, 2026
Attention Rock Island High School Students: It's that time of year again! Any student currently failing a required class, enrolled in multiple Credit Recovery courses, missing graduation credits from classes failed last semester or last year can now sign up for our Spring Catch Up Academy. Please use the QR code or drop in to see your school counselor to make sure you get back on track with all of your missing credits!
Congrats to the Rocky Wrestlers that competed at the IHSA State Tournament this past weekend. Everyone wrestled well and gave it their all. Sophomore Angelo Parker placed in the top 8 only one win from the medals. Junior Rowan Stockwell was able to fight his way to a 4th place All State medal. Congrats to all. The wrestling program would like to thank everyone for all their support throughout the tournament and season.
Attention all Rocky Wrestlers. If you wrestled this season you are required to stop by practice this Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday to get banquet information from Coach Stockwell and turn in your uniforms. Please take care of this as soon as possible.
Seniors, Cap and Gown pick up will be April 2nd during lunch
Rocky Seniors - just a reminder that the deadline for submitting your RIMEF 2026 Scholarship Application is next Friday, February 27 at 3pm. One application is all you need for the chance to receive one or more of 80 scholarship opportunities. Around $200,000 in awards will be handed out in May just for the RIHS Class of 2026! Please contact Ms. Ponsetto with the Rock Island-Milan Education Foundation in Rm 142 or your counselor with any questions.
The EAC will be working in the greenhouse afterschool today. The EAC will be meeting tomorrow morning in the little theater. Please place a T-shirt order soon if you cannot make the meeting.
Juniors and Seniors: Are you interested in planning prom? Join the Prom Committee where you can help decide on the theme, decorations, snacks, and more! Our first meeting is March 3rd at 7:20 in Mrs. Jarrin's classroom, room 203. If you have any questions, email Mrs. Jarrin or stop by her room!
NHS sophomore, junior, and senior invitees, We are finalizing the lists for our Induction Ceremony program. If you have not turned anything in yet to Mrs. Greenwood or Mrs. Hayek by the end of this week, we will remove your name. Some of you have turned in partial requirements; you need everything turned in by the end of this week. NHS seniors, you MUST send your senior and baby pictures to Millie, Gabe, or Angelo, along with your short quotations for the senior slideshow. They will not have time for last minute submissions. Check the NHS Google classrooms for more information.