Principal’s Update

March 7, 2011

Dear Parents,
It’s feeling more and more like Spring every day. Spring sports have started, our Spring musical opens this week, and students are already looking forward to Spring Break. Let’s hope Spring fever doesn’t hit too soon, especially for our seniors who have to make sure they focus through graduation. No word on a date yet, but when I hear something, I’ll be sure to share it with you! Have a great week.

The following news is provided to help keep you informed:

Kudos
Congratulations to David Flyr, Eric Greenlee, Timothy Higgins, Nicole Moy, and Mason Rogers for qualifying for 2011 Carson Scholar recognition. They will be honored at a reception at Martin’s West later this Spring.

Stay tuned for a wrap up of the JV Winter Sports seasons. We’re still compiling all the info of these students’ accomplishments and we’ll share that in next week’s update!


Bullying Resources

Since sending out my letter about our efforts to promote and maintain a safe and nurturing environment at River Hill, I’ve had several inquiries about how students and/or parents can report issues of bullying. Listed below are several resources that Howard County Public Schools have available on its website:

http://www.hcpss.org/board/policies/1060.pdf
http://www.hcpss.org/board/policies/form_bullying.pdf
http://www.hcpss.org/aboutus/pguide_3in1.pdf

I hope these resources provide the answers you need. In addition, your student’s counselor and administrator are also great resources for both information and support. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.


Attention Seniors!

If you have not had your Senior picture taken for the yearbook, it's not too late! Please arrange to have your picture done with Lifetouch Studios by March 19th. We are under contract with this company, so you must have your yearbook picture taken by them. Please call 800-445-1189 to schedule your appointment today!


Parents of Seniors:

The deadline for Senior ads is only a month away so please visit www.riverhill.org (look for Yearbook information) to find out more about what you need to do to place an ad for your graduating Senior.


SGA Executive Board Elections:

If you are interested in running for an SGA Executive Board position, applications are now online. Please visit www.riverhillsga.org to download the forms. All completed applications are due by Friday, March 25th. No applications will be accepted after 2:30 PM that day. The SGA is also looking for students to fill appointed positions. If interested, please contact Mrs. Mitchell at kristin_mitchell@hcpss.org


Come see Seussical the Musical
The Theatre Arts Department invites you to their 15th annual spring musical, Seussical the Musical. The cast, crew and orchestra of over 130 students includes 23 local Elementary and Middle School students. This show is a colorful burst of family fun that incorporates characters from 15 of Dr. Seuss' 44 books. Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat, Thing 1, Thing 2 and many more characters will be brought to life on the River Hill stage. Don't miss out! Get your tickets now!

Performance Dates and Ticket Information - Seussical The Musical
All performances take place in the River Hill auditorium.
The performance dates are March 9, 10, 11, and 12 @ 7:30 p.m. and March 13 @ 2:00 p.m.
Tickets are $10.00 in advance and $12.00 at the door.
YOU CAN RECEIVE THE ADVANCED SALE PRICE ($10.00) AT THE DOOR, IF YOU BRING A NON-PERISHABLE FOOD ITEM.
All food donations will be given to The Howard County Food Bank.

Advanced sale of tickets are as follows:

www.hocomojo.com, Click on events and look for Seussical in March

On Line through Seat Yourself at http://www.seatyourself.biz/rhhs

RHHS Front Office- beginning Tuesday, February 7 (Monday - Friday from 7:00AM -2:30PM)-see Carla Styczynski, RHHS bookkeeper

In front of the RHHS Dining Hall - beginning Monday, March 7 (Monday - Thursday from 10:15AM - 12:15PM)

Box Office (opens 90 minutes before curtain on performance nights)

If you have questions, or need further information contact Pam Land (pland@hcpss.org) or 410-313-7120.


Leadership U
The deadline for applications for Leadership U is Friday March 11, 2011. Applications can be obtained from student services or online at www.leadershiphc.org. Many of our students have participated in this outstanding program of the year and speak very highly of the benefits they received from developing their leadership skills, collaborating with teens from schools across Howard County, and giving back to the community through a student-organized service project. Check out the website for more info!
Calendar of Events

As always, you can find a calendar of all our events at:

http://web02.hcpss.org/school_calendars/FAV1-000974A7

Hope to see you out supporting River Hill!! Go Hawks!!