Important News

What is NEHS? NEHS is an organization dedicated to promoting literacy in the community. United by a common passion for literature, reading, and writing, members of NEHS work together to share our love of English with the world. Who is part of NEHS? NEHS is open to high school students who have demonstrated exceptional ability in such areas as literary…

Students have the opportunity and responsibility to benefit from an authentic college-level experience if they are enrolled in a CC course at RHHS. JumpStart CC Teachers have shared the HCC application and registration information through class Canvas communities and the deadline is this Friday, 9/11/2020 for you to complete the steps required by HCC. Here is a simple graphic to…

This has been a busy week at RHHS with so many back to school tasks. Preparing for a virtual opening has required some new routines and adjustments. On behalf of the entire RHHS staff, I want to thank you for your support, your flexibility, and your patience. Please take time to read this message thoroughly. I know it is long…

SAT/ACT: The school system will be proceeding with hosting the upcoming Saturday administrations of the SAT/ACT. The schools registered for upcoming dates are listed below. Most colleges have gone “test optional” during COVID, but are still favoring admissions that have an SAT or ACT score. Supporting these Saturday administrations will provide an opportunity for students to participate. SAT Saturday Test…

One important difference this fall as compared to the spring Continuity of Learning program is that students are expected to take an active part in synchronous learning activities throughout each week. For example, students may be called on by their teachers to respond to a question or asked to share feedback by using the chat box. The use of the…

Meals will be provided at no cost to all students through December 31, 2020, subject to U.S. Department of Agriculture funding availability. Families are encouraged to complete the Free and Reduced-price Meals (FARMs) program application as soon as possible to ensure they will have access to free and reduced meals throughout the school year along with a wide range of…

Pre-ordered yearbooks will be available for distribution from 10 AM to 2 PM on Wednesday, September 23rd. If you emailed the yearbook advisor to reserve one of our extra yearbooks, please bring a check made payable to River Hill High School in the amount of $75. Contact kristin_mitchell@hcpss.org if you need to confirm that you pre-ordered a yearbook or if…

RHHS Calendar Reminders Tuesday, September 1, 2020 Student Schedules are released in Synergy Wednesday, September 2, 2020 Textbook Drop-Off (9 AM-2 PM/Outside the cafeteria doors) Thursday, September 3, 2020 Student Materials Curbside Pick-Up (8 AM-11 AM/Juniors & Seniors) Student Materials Curbside Pick-Up (12 PM-3 PM/Freshman/Sophomores) Student Orientation (9 AM-11 AM) Back To School Night for Families (6:30 PM-8 PM) Saturday…

The 2020-2021 virtual instruction model provides students with, on average, 3 hours of synchronous learning with their teachers four days each week. The remaining instructional time is designated for students to complete asynchronous learning activities and assignments. Students also have daily opportunities to access additional synchronous supports. Grades 9-12 Sample Student Schedule Synchronous Learning: Synchronous learning means that all students…

Date: Thursday, September 3, 2020 Time: 6:30-8:00pm Welcome to the 2020-2021 school year! All parents are invited to attend the virtual Parents Back to School Night on September 3rd at 6:30pm. Prior to the Back to School Night, parents will have access to presentations that will be posted on the RHHS website on Thursday, September 3rd. Parents should view the…