RCHS FFA members competed in multiple competitions this week. Cody Sharp, Jacob Wendland, and Taryn Shepard all competed in Job Interview. Jacob Wendland competed in Prepared Public Speech. Alexzandra Anderson, Katelyn Allison, and Madison Hammond participated in FFA Creed. Congratulations to Madison Hammond for placing 8th in the district!
RCHS hosted Mid-East League Wrestling tonight. The Falcons placed 4th overall. Congratulations to the following medalists: Cyrus England 2nd place 106#, Nathaniel Hammond 1st place 144#, Brogan Schuh 2nd place 190#, Jackson Shanahan 2nd 215#, and Torin Sheaves 2nd place 285#!
Attention JH Boys basketball patrons*** A change of game time and order tomorrow at Rossville. Due to illness and numbers with Rossville, we will play 3 games only tomorrow starting earlier, at 4:30pm in the main gym at Rossville. The order will be:
Combined 7/8th B game - 4:30
7A - 5:30
8A - 6:30.
Please contact Coach Farwell or the office for any questions. Thanks, and go Falcons!
National Honor Society held their new member induction ceremony this evening. Congratulations to new members: Emersyn Colby, Maddie Davis, Addie Mead, Lauren Roles, Taryn Shepard, Drew Shirley, Jacob Wendland, and Mara Williams!
RCHS Band members Kemper Schardein and Landon McCallister gave a presentation about the Band trip to Florida at the Keats Lions Club meeting last night. The Lions Club made several generous donations to support the Band's trip. Thank you to the Keats Lions Club for your support!
Senior Mandalyn Otto attended the Regional Piano Festival at Bethany College this past Saturday where she earned a II rating for her performance of one of Beethoven’s works. Congratulations Mandalyn!
Members of the RCHS Pep Club got crafty today transforming the school into Falconland in preparation for Winter Homecoming Spirit Week! Don’t forget tomorrow’s theme is the Game of Life-dress up like your future career!
RCHS Basketball hosted a JV/C Tournament today. JV Boys went 2-0 and C Team Girls went 1-1 for the day. The Falcons will host Wabaunsee this Friday at 4:30!
RCHS Basketball traveled to Rock Creek tonight. JV Boys and Girls picked up a win. C Boys, C Girls, Varsity Girls, and Varsity Boys all fall to the Mustangs. The Falcons will host Wabaunsee next Friday, tip-off at 4:30!
Members of the RCHS FFA traveled to Belleville today to compete in the Food Science, Discussion Meet,and Poultry competitions. Our RCHS Chapter hosted the event with the help of the K-State Poultry Unit!
Congratulations to the RCHS Student of the Month for January, Mikaila Frese! Mikaila, a freshman, has a cumulative GPA of 4.0 and is a member of Science Club, FCA, Key Club, Culture Club, and Book Club. She also participates in cross country and track. Here is what Mrs.Taylor had to say: “Mikaila is the epitome of a good student. She is hard working, innately curious, and diligent about getting her requirements completed to the best of her ability. In addition to all those great traits, she also is friendly and outgoing. It’s a pleasure to have Mikaila in class.” Congratulations Mikaila!
Congratulations to the RCHS Student of the Month for December, Taryn Shepard! Taryn, a senior, has a cumulative GPA of 3.9 and is a member of Art Club, Student Council, SADD, FCA, Pep Club, FCCLA, Key Club, NHS, and FFA. She also participates in basketball and softball. Here is what Ms. Meadows had to say: “Every time I see Taryn she is polite and has a smile on her face. She is kind and respectful to all peers, faculty, and staff. She is involved and helpful, she makes RCHS a positive place to be!” Congratulations Taryn!
RCHS Basketball hosted Marysville tonight. JV Boys and Varsity Girls each picked up a win. JV Girls, C Girls, C Boys, and Varsity Boys all fall to the Bulldogs. The Falcons will travel to Rock Creek on Friday, tip-off at 4:30!
RCHS Wrestling competed today in the Manhattan JV tournament. Brad Owen placed 3rd in the 165lb class and Quinlin Sterling placed 4th in the 285lb class!
RCHS Basketball traveled to Wabaunsee tonight. JV Girls and Varsity Boys fall to the Chargers. JV Boys, C Boys, and Varsity Girls all picked up a win. The Falcons host Marysville on Tuesday, tip-off at 4:30!
Sadie Lambert and Drew Shirley attained Platinum status on the ACT Works Keys Assessment. These assessments test students in Applied Math, Graphic Literacy, and Workplace Documents. The highest score possible is a 7, and both students scored a 6 or better on all three tests. The tests link what students learn in school with the knowledge and lifelong skills needed for success in college and careers. Congratulations Sadie and Drew!
The Food Service Department spent some time decorating cupcakes to serve with Friday's lunch to celebrate Kansas' Birthday this weekend. Happy 162nd Birthday, Kansas!
RCHS Wrestling lost to Beloit and beat Ellsworth in the double dual last night at Beloit!
Drew Shirley was recently awarded Honorable Mention in the annual Kansas Masonic Foundation essay contest. There were just four honorable mention recipients throughout the state. She also received a $500 award with this recognition. Congratulations Drew!
***Attention JH Boys BB Patrons*** Tomorrow's game at Silver Lake will feature a combined 7/8th C game starting at 4:30, followed by our standard B and A games for either grade at approximately 5:30 and 6:30. Coach Farwell has sent out more information on who is playing what game, please check ParentSquare for more information. Lets Go Falcons!
