Current Rockridge junior, and soon-to-be senior, Grady Craver committed to his future at the High School Apprenticeship Signing Day event at the Waterfront Convention Center when he signed a letter of intent with John Deere Harvester on May 10th, 2023. This Signing Day event honors the commitment the students are making as they deserve to be celebrated just as much as we do our college athletes. We applaud Grady for embracing his interests and committing to his goals, instead of paying for his education after graduation, he is getting paid for his education right now.
Grady will begin his on-the-job learning in the summer between 11th and 12th grade by working eight hours a day at John Deere Harvester. During his senior year, he’ll spend four hours a day working on-site while attending a half-day of school. After graduation, Grady will continue his apprenticeship until all related training hours and standards are met. This amazing program not only benefits the students but the employers and the community as well. Companies are embracing this program by grooming homegrown loyal students, from scratch, who will likely stick with them and develop into future highly skilled trade leaders.
The Registered High School Apprenticeship Program (RIHAP) is a collaborative effort coordinated by the Chamber in partnership with education and industry partners. The apprenticeship program allows students to address workforce challenges by developing and retaining a skilled talent pool. Students, who are enrolled in the Registered High School Apprenticeship Program (RHSAP), build technical and professional skills in the classroom and through on-the-job learning with partner companies, many of which are seeking to build their future workforce. Additionally, these will graduate with a high school diploma, college credits, and national industry credentials.
Congratulations Grady!!
Taking a moment to be grateful for our PTO! We look forward to continuing this great partnership!
Beautiful afternoon for some @ihsa_il Softball!
Rockridge vs. Mercer County - IHSA Sectional Softball today at 4:30 pm at The Ridge - GoFan tix $6 or $7 cash - listen live on WRMJ or stream on the NFHS Network with the WRMJ audio connected!
Congratulations to our very own JH Science Teacher Mr. Strachan, who is serving as the Head Field Event Judge at today's IHSA Girls' State Track Meet!!
The RHS Graduation Ceremony is Sunday, May 21st at 2:00 pm in the South Gym. The ceremony will be live streamed on the NFHS Network https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/rockridge-high-school-taylor-ridge-il/evta68754ff2d
Tonight's JH Band & Choir Concert will be live-streamed FREE on the NFHS Network at this link: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/rockridge-high-school-taylor-ridge-il/evt546fc77c42
Thank you to everyone who was able to donate during the Ronald McDonald House Donation Drive. The volunteers, staff, and residents were greatly appreciative for everything they received as a result of our community's generosity. A big thank you goes out to The Gray Matters Collective for their willingness to help make this drive such a success.
Academic Awards Night was a huge success - Congratulations to all who were honored! We inadvertently missed two students last night and want to recognize them now. Lillian Bolt is a sophomore who achieved High Honors Recognition. Molly DeSmet is a senior who received the J. Robert Lewis Scholarship from Muscatine Community College. Congratulations Lillian & Molly!!
Here is the link to view tonight's RHS Academic Awards: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/rockridge-high-school-taylor-ridge-il/evt05c88ec2e2 The presentations begin at 6:30 pm. The live stream is FREE but does require a free NFHS Network account.
Students of the Month recognized at tonight's Board Meeting: Joslyn Wendland (TR), Josie Ryckeghem (IC), and Amelia Rursch (RHS).
Congratulations and THANK YOU to Mr. Steve Frakes for his 12 years of service to the Rockridge Board of Education (2011-2023).
Congratulations to our 2023 Prom Royalty! Junior Prince & Princess Niko Kolak & Kendra Lewis and Senior King & Queen Ayden Hofer & Mikaylin Hofer.
RHS students attend a Career Fair hosted by Sherrard HS this morning and explored many post-HS career options.
A huge thank you to the Rockridge Families for coming out to the Andalusia Luau! We hope you had an amazing time, and we truly are grateful for the support!
Congratulations to the 2023 Jr-Sr Prom Court! Prom is Saturday, April 29th from 7-10 pm at the Camden Centre in Milan. The Coronation will take place at 9 pm.
Front row: Kylie Meyer, Kendra Lewis, Lexi Carter, Chloe Strachan, Cierra Bush, Ella Goodnight, Payton Brown, Mikaylin Hofer, & Malorie Workman (Natalie Hall absent)
Back row: Connor Deem, Alex Zarlatanes, Carson Klemme, Niko Kolak, Caden Hart, Kameron Bohnsack, Jase Whiteman, Nick Viren, Kamden Weinert, & Ayden Hofer
Dear Rockridge Community -
It is not too late to donate to this year's Academic Achievement Award Scholarships! Donations for this year's program will be accepted through next Friday, May 5th. Contributions can be mailed to Rockridge High School or made online by following the attached directions. Thank you for your continued support of our outstanding students!
Awards Night is Tuesday, May 9th at 6:30 pm in the Rockridge HS South Gym.
Katy Hasson
RHS Principal
Electronic Donation Form: https://5il.co/1r9y1
Online Donation Instructions: https://5il.co/1r9y4
Aloha! Please join us for the Andalusia Luau tomorrow from 5:30 to 7:00! We are ready to celebrate!
SAVE THE DATE! The students have worked hard, the teachers have rocked it, and the parents have been awesome supporters this year! PTO wants to celebrate all of our community with an End of Year Bash! More information to follow!
PTO updates from our meeting tonight! Thanks to all who joined!
