RCHS Band members Kemper Schardein and Landon McCallister gave a presentation about the Band trip to Florida at the Keats Lions Club meeting last night. The Lions Club made several generous donations to support the Band's trip. Thank you to the Keats Lions Club for your support!
Senior Mandalyn Otto attended the Regional Piano Festival at Bethany College this past Saturday where she earned a II rating for her performance of one of Beethoven’s works. Congratulations Mandalyn!
Members of the RCHS Pep Club got crafty today transforming the school into Falconland in preparation for Winter Homecoming Spirit Week! Don’t forget tomorrow’s theme is the Game of Life-dress up like your future career!
RCHS Basketball hosted a JV/C Tournament today. JV Boys went 2-0 and C Team Girls went 1-1 for the day. The Falcons will host Wabaunsee this Friday at 4:30!
RCHS Basketball traveled to Rock Creek tonight. JV Boys and Girls picked up a win. C Boys, C Girls, Varsity Girls, and Varsity Boys all fall to the Mustangs. The Falcons will host Wabaunsee next Friday, tip-off at 4:30!
Members of the RCHS FFA traveled to Belleville today to compete in the Food Science, Discussion Meet,and Poultry competitions. Our RCHS Chapter hosted the event with the help of the K-State Poultry Unit!
Congratulations to the RCHS Student of the Month for January, Mikaila Frese! Mikaila, a freshman, has a cumulative GPA of 4.0 and is a member of Science Club, FCA, Key Club, Culture Club, and Book Club. She also participates in cross country and track. Here is what Mrs.Taylor had to say: “Mikaila is the epitome of a good student. She is hard working, innately curious, and diligent about getting her requirements completed to the best of her ability. In addition to all those great traits, she also is friendly and outgoing. It’s a pleasure to have Mikaila in class.” Congratulations Mikaila!
Congratulations to the RCHS Student of the Month for December, Taryn Shepard! Taryn, a senior, has a cumulative GPA of 3.9 and is a member of Art Club, Student Council, SADD, FCA, Pep Club, FCCLA, Key Club, NHS, and FFA. She also participates in basketball and softball. Here is what Ms. Meadows had to say: “Every time I see Taryn she is polite and has a smile on her face. She is kind and respectful to all peers, faculty, and staff. She is involved and helpful, she makes RCHS a positive place to be!” Congratulations Taryn!
RCHS Basketball hosted Marysville tonight. JV Boys and Varsity Girls each picked up a win. JV Girls, C Girls, C Boys, and Varsity Boys all fall to the Bulldogs. The Falcons will travel to Rock Creek on Friday, tip-off at 4:30!
RCHS Wrestling competed today in the Manhattan JV tournament. Brad Owen placed 3rd in the 165lb class and Quinlin Sterling placed 4th in the 285lb class!
RCHS Basketball traveled to Wabaunsee tonight. JV Girls and Varsity Boys fall to the Chargers. JV Boys, C Boys, and Varsity Girls all picked up a win. The Falcons host Marysville on Tuesday, tip-off at 4:30!
Sadie Lambert and Drew Shirley attained Platinum status on the ACT Works Keys Assessment. These assessments test students in Applied Math, Graphic Literacy, and Workplace Documents. The highest score possible is a 7, and both students scored a 6 or better on all three tests. The tests link what students learn in school with the knowledge and lifelong skills needed for success in college and careers. Congratulations Sadie and Drew!
The Food Service Department spent some time decorating cupcakes to serve with Friday's lunch to celebrate Kansas' Birthday this weekend. Happy 162nd Birthday, Kansas!
RCHS Wrestling lost to Beloit and beat Ellsworth in the double dual last night at Beloit!
Drew Shirley was recently awarded Honorable Mention in the annual Kansas Masonic Foundation essay contest. There were just four honorable mention recipients throughout the state. She also received a $500 award with this recognition. Congratulations Drew!
***Attention JH Boys BB Patrons*** Tomorrow's game at Silver Lake will feature a combined 7/8th C game starting at 4:30, followed by our standard B and A games for either grade at approximately 5:30 and 6:30. Coach Farwell has sent out more information on who is playing what game, please check ParentSquare for more information. Lets Go Falcons!
The RCHS Scholars Bowl Team took 3rd place today at the Mid-East League Tournament!
The RCHS Girls Basketball Team beat Republic County today and placed 7th in the Trojan Classic. The Boys Basketball Team took 6th place falling to Holcomb. The Falcons will be back in action next Friday at Wabaunsee!
The RCHS Wrestling Team competed in day 1 of the Beloit Tournament today. Wrestlers Cyrus England, Brogan Schuh, and Jackson Shanahan all advance to finals tomorrow!
The RCHS Girls Basketball Team falls to Remington in overtime today. The Falcons will play at 11:30 tomorrow in the Trojan Classic!
