The NEED Project has a free summer opportunity for current 10th and 11th graders. This program is a weeklong residential opportunity for students interested in STEM, energy, and climate change. ~ Constellation Youth Energy Summit , July 13 – 18, 2025, University of Maryland, Baltimore County. Transportation assistance provided if needed.
An information session is available for students and parents on Tuesday, April 1st, 6:00 pm CST ~ The registration information can be found on the flyer.
Due to the growing popularity of Kishwaukee College's Diesel Power Technology (DPT), Welding, and Automotive Technology programs, they anticipate these classes will fill up quickly. To help students secure a spot for their desired classes for these programs, they strongly encourage those interested in DPT to attend the DPT Orientation on March 31st or schedule an advising appointment with our Career Tech Program Advisor, Megan Kramer. Students interested in Welding and Automotive Technology are also encouraged to schedule an advising appointment with Megan. They want to ensure all students interested in these programs have the opportunity to speak with an advisor and plan out their classes before class registration opens on April 7th.
Megan can be reached at mkramer1@kish.edu to assist with advising and class registration planning.
Mr. Pointer and SRO Jakymiw singing Bad Boys (Theme from COPS) during the RTHS Renaissance study hall release day today. It was definitely a fan favorite!
From Marshall Basler: "Good afternoon, we have an update regarding the cardiovascular testing we planned to host over spring break. We regret to announce that we will no longer be able to host the event. We unfortunately did not meet our sign up goal, so we will have to try again in the future. We thank those who did sign up for your interest and support! We appreciate that you supported an opportunity like this for Rochelle. Heart health is important, and it is great to have advocates like you!"
RTHS would like to congratulate two teachers for Critical Thinker Award. Both Ida Maciel (ESL teacher) and Anna Birsa (Spanish Teacher) have been outstanding teachers for RTHS. Both Mrs. Maciel and Ms. Birsa goes above and beyond to help support our kids. We can't thank them enough for all they do!
Seniors.....This would be a great opportunity for you since you are out of classes this day due to ACT testing and Juniors you could check it out after testing.
RTHS is celebrating Renaissance Study Hall Release Day today! Students who earned a Renaissance Card have the opportunity to join in on the fun while enjoying snacks, drinks, games and karaoke. Even a few teachers were brave enough to show off their singing skills! The RTHS Renaissance Program rewards students for their attendance, academic performance and positive behavior. This year marks the 33rd freshman class that is benefiting from this program. A BIG Thank you to our sponsors who contribute to this worthwhile program that recognizes and rewards our students for their academic success. We appreciate YOU!
~Highlight Healthcare of Rochelle Volunteer Program ~
If you're looking for Silver Service hours or just want to make a difference in your community and in the lives of others while gaining valuable experience, Highlight Healthcare in Rochelle has a Volunteer Program for you!
During this opportunity you will engage with residents through activities and companionship, help organize and run special events and celebrations, and support the team with your skills in various administrative roles.
*Application required* See Mrs. Harvey in the Counseling Center for more information.
Congratulations to our new National Honor Society members who were inducted earlier this week.
This week's Hub Award Winner is Cambrey Rodeghero. Her teachers all talk about how great she is to have in class because she always has a positive attitude, and she is always respectful and helpful with her classmates. RTHS is very appreciative of everything Cambrey does to help make RTHS a better place. Thanks Cambrey!
The IL Army National Guard and Congressman Darin LaHood’s office are hosting an informational session for students and parents that will provide valuable insights into the application process, requirements, and career pathways associated with prestigious military academies such as WEST POINT, NAVAL ACADEMY, AIR FORCE ACADEMY, ECT. Their goal is to equip students with the knowledge and resources they need to successfully pursue this path. This event will take place in Machesney Park, at the IL Army National Guard Armory on April 21st. This is a very rare opportunity for students to get the chance to directly hear and speak to representatives from these Academies. Please see the flyer for more info.
There are some great opportunities happening in the clean energy field. Check out one of these sessions or the Clean Energy Industry Career Fair to learn more about the opportunities in this growing field. Rochelle residents can take advantage of some amazing benefits to prepare for a career in this field due to grant funding ~ The CEJA program provides free, paid training and employment opportunities to individuals in underserved communities and one of their automatic qualifying areas is Rochelle.
Silver Service Volunteer Opportunity!!!
The math department celebrated Pi Day last Friday with some discovery learning activities, creative projects, and snacks!
Get a jumpstart on your college education with summer classes at Kish.
Why take summer classes at Kish?
Flexibility — Courses are online, in-person or hybrid ~
Work ahead — Lighten your course load for fall ~
Save money — Kish provides affordable tuition ~
Graduate in less time — With enough courses completed during the summers, you are one step closer to your degree~
Transferability — Courses easily transfer to four-year institutions~
New All-In Tuition: Budgeting for your education has never been easier. Starting in Summer 2025, Kish has eliminated fees and included textbook costs in the price of tuition.
The credit course schedules for summer and fall are now available. Online registration begins Monday, April 7.
Visit kish.edu/schedules or contact Student Services at 815-825-9375 or onestop@kish.edu to get started.
JUNIORS!! Registration is now open for Dual Credit Government Summer classes. Registration forms are available in the Counseling Center. Forms and $25 deposit (check to RTHS or exact change) are due to the Counseling Center by March 21st. Sign up now to reserve your spot.
RTHS proudly hosted the exhilarating 2025 I-8 Conference, bringing together talented students from Sycamore, Ottawa, Kaneland, Morris, and LaSalle-Peru for an inspiring showcase of artistic excellence!
A huge congratulations to our incredible artists who earned top honors in the competition:
🥇 1st Place – Alejandra Garcia (Photo Altered)
🥈 2nd Place –
✨ Bella Biggs (Sculpture No Clay)
✨ Sawyer Stockton (Printmaking)
✨ Abby Losoya (Jewelry, Textile, Crafts)
🥉 3rd Place –
🎨 Elyse Manning (Ceramics Wheel Thrown)
🎨 Izzy Dorwaldt (Drawing Neutral)
🎨 Denia Rincon (Mixed Media)
We are so proud of our talented students for their hard work and creativity! Way to shine, RTHS! 🌟🎨👏
RTHS Juniors and Seniors had the amazing opportunity to attend the Hubs for Hire Expo yesterday at RTHS. The event was open to the students in the morning and to the public in the afternoon. Students were able to enter a raffle to win cash prizes donated by the City of Rochelle. Congratulations to Aubry Simms, our $50 Junior winner, and Dalton Merriman, our $100 Senior winner. A BIG Thank You to The City of Rochelle, Rochelle Chamber of Commerce, Kishwaukee College, and RTHS for all of your efforts in making this a successful event and for supporting our students and community.
Today French 2 students played Headbandz with food vocabulary. Students had to describe the foods their opponents had without giving the word away. Fun times!
Reminder, Students can pick up their graduation cap and gown in the commons during their lunch hours Friday March 14th! If you did not order, student can purchase at that time. Cost at that time is $50 CASH ONLY.
