Important News

October Staff Celebrations

Please join in our celebration of these teachers. Clink HERE to see pictures! Left to right top 1. Mr. Shagogue- Spirit Champion Award, supporting engagement of staff and or students inside and outside the classroom 2. Mrs. Appel- MAEA (Maryland Art Educators Association) High School Art Teacher of the year Left to right bottom 3. Mrs. Miller- Academic Superstar Award…

Spanish Honor Society

The Spanish Honor Society at River Hill HS is accepting applications. Applications for the Sociedad Honoraria Hispanica are due no later than December 23, 2015. Please submit the application to your Spanish teacher by the due date. You may submit the application as soon as it is completed. Click here to view the application. PURPOSE The purpose of this organization…

China Trip

OUR CHINA TRIP HAS BEEN APPROVED! Come with us to explore the Great Wall of China, meet pandas and see the terracotta warriors! Click HERE for the itinerary.

Athletic Rules of Conduct Reminder

At all Howard County athletic events, we strive to provide a postive and safe environment for all spectators and participants. We ask fans to refrain from: Intimidating or harassing the players, coaches, officials, or fans Using profanity Throwing objects Entering the playing area Loitering in the hallways or on the grounds Those who fail to abide by the Rules of…

UPDATED 11/9 - Fall Sports Schedule

The Fall Sports season is coming to a close for River Hill Athletics. Check out the following information so you don't miss a game! ADMISSION TO ALL MPSSAA PLAYOFF GAMES IS $6 Volleyball will play Centennial in the Section Finals on Wednesday, November 11th at 5:30 pm. The Cross Country Teams will run in the State Championship next Saturday, November…

Talon Yearbook Update

Friday, 10/30 is the LAST day to take advantage of our Yearbook Promotional deal: $65 and up to 4 FREE icons! If you are a senior, be sure to take advantage of the "ship-to-home" option (small additional fee) to ensure delivery before you leave for college. www.jostensyearbooks.com

Gifted and Talented Program

Are you interested in having your student apply to the Independent Research Program or the Intern-Mentor Program? Both courses offer unique opportunities for students to learn about research and to complete a research project based on a topic of their choice. IR students stay in school and work with an advisor in their field of interest as well as the…

Extended Absence & Discretionary Absence for Students

Howard County School System policy excuses absences for school-related activities, required legal activities, doctor’s appointments and illness. Additionally, a student may miss no more than three (3) days per year for a purpose determined by a parent/guardian (examples – vacations, visit to a post-secondary institution, family trip). This request must be made one (1) week in advance, on the Extended…

Parents on CANVAS

RIver HIll HIgh School Parents, Welcome to Canvas! As of October 22nd, 2015 HCPSS is pleased to announce that parents can access the Canvas Learning System, which includes the grade book (assignments and assignment scores). Please take a moment to learn about the important features in Canvas that you will want to explore as you get started. Notifications: Parents must…

Senior Portraits

On October 26 and 27, Lifetouch will be here at River Hill to take Senior portraits from 8 am until 1:30 pm. Appointments should have already been arranged by those students who are planning to be photographed. Any students not knowing the times of their appointments should contact Lifetouch directly at 1-800-445-1189.