Petty Officer Dodd will be in the RTHS commons during lunch hours tomorrow, 10/8, to share info and answer any questions you might have about a career in the Navy. Stop by to say hello and see what the Navy can offer you!
Such a fun and busy week here in Hubland! The Counseling Staff held Renaissance Study Hall Release today. Renaissance card holders were able to join in on the fun, games and snacks during their Study Hall or lunch period today. Freshmen also got the chance to experience this perk of being a Renaissance card recipient.
This week's Hub Award winner is Ali Ohlinger. She has always been a big part of RTHS, but she has recently stepped up to get some really neat things done for Interact - like helping to create the winning Homecoming banner! We appreciate all Ali does for RTHS, and how she helps RTHS be a better place.
Happy Toga Day, seniors!
Come see the RTHS Art Club at the Homecoming Game!
We’ll be at the game from 5 PM until halftime, offering creative face and arm paint options, including RTHS, football designs, pink out, and Halloween themes.
All funds raised will go towards purchasing future art supplies. Come show your spirit and support the Art Club!
Homecoming Activities.
Each year Student Council nominates an individual from the school or community who has shown exceptional HUB pride and dedication to our school, students, and community. This year, we are proud to announce that Mrs. Ann Marie Jinkins will be our 2024 Homecoming Grand Marshall.
Mrs. Jinkins started working at RTHS in 1992. She taught Spanish I and then moved to the English Department for 11 years. She is currently working as our librarian. Mrs. Jinkins is currently running Fiction Addiction, Gacme Club, Hubs Read Podcast, and the Lego Club at RTHS. She mentioned that she loves how our school has something for everyone. She enjoys how the HUB community gets excited for every club and sport. Mrs. Jinkins is proud of the multiple clubs she has started, and the many grants she has written to get money for the library and clubs. She is incredibly proud of all library monitors and the friendships she has built with colleagues.
Mrs. Jinkins is retiring after this year. When asked what her future plans are, she said that she plans to continue working as a librarian but at a college or public library. She also wants to get back into quilting. A message she wants to share with future generations is to be kind to classmates because you’re all in the same boat together. The 4 years can go by slowly yet quickly, so why waste it with negativity? The last words of wisdom Mrs. Jinkins wants to share with RTHS students is that you don’t have to love reading, but someday you are going to need it.
Congratulations Mrs. Jinkins! Thank you for everything you have done for RTHS!
Minnie Mouse is in the house!
Spirit Week:
Disney Day! Go Hubs!
We have the best staff! Spirit Week 2024.
Tuesday: Rhyme without a reason
Wednesday: Disney
Staff showing their Hub Spirit Spirit! - Disney Day
Thank you to the RTHS crew for all they do for our school. We have top notch facilities and they keep them looking great. Thank you to Mark Klouse - Director of Maintenance, Cathy Bryan, Araceli Carrillo, Terry Daugherty, Jeff Mann, Tim Moreland, Michael Palmer, Keith Reintz, Angela Simms, Brian Stoll, Jim Bursing, Ian Summers, Austin Deking
Thank you to Sheriff VanVickle and Chief Deputy Hardesty, from the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office, for bringing out the department's drone to demonstrate to the Home & Workplace Maintenance Class some of the non-traditional drone uses!
Congratulations to these Rochelle FFA members who competed at the Section 2 Agricultural Sales competition tonight at Sauk Valley Community College!
The 26th Annual Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards honor Latinx high school seniors who excel in the classroom and community and for their excellence in various categories including: Community Service, Education, Engineering, Entrepreneurship & Business, Green Sustainability, Healthcare & Science, Media & Entertainment, Public Service & Social Justice and Technology. Gold, Silver and Bronze recipients are selected in each category and receive a one-time grant to fund their college education or to fund a community service effort that tackles a social issue.
Check out this link for more info and the application:
https://hhfawards.hispanicheritage.org/2024/forms/welcome.php
UNIVERSITY OF DUBUQUE 2024 VISIT DAYS are your chance to meet faculty, talk with students, get the inside scoop on admission and financial planning, and get a feel for what it is like to be part of their community.
**DATES AVAILABLE**
Saturday Visit Days: November 2 and December 7.
Academic Program Visit Days:
- Aviation Visit Day: Thursday, October 3
- Nursing Visit Day: Friday, October 25
Can't make a Group Visit Day? Schedule an individual campus visit or schedule a visit for UD's Aviation Program. Call 563-589-3174 or visit them online at www.dbq.edu/visit.
Western Illinois University is hosting several upcoming events this October. If you are interested in teaching, agriculture or law enforcement and justice administration, make sure to check these out and scan the QR codes to find out more and register!
Thinking about applying to a US Service Academy? Don't miss Service Academy Day on October 16th. RSVP is required no later than October 11th. See the flyer for more info.
Spirit week is here! Happy pajama day, Hubs!
"Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn." - Benjamin Franklin - We are never too old to learn something new! Mr. Zepeda enjoyed showing Mr. Pointer how to make his famous salsa and the staff enjoyed sampling it.
