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SUNDAY LETTER January 8, 2017
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A MESSAGE FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL
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Happy New Year and Welcome Back
Here's hoping that our students got some well-deserved rest over the two-week break. They earned it. I have noted before that our trimester system, and the natural breaks it offers, comprises an important part of the soul of our schools. So, now we are back, refreshed, and ready to go!
Our boys' and girls' basketball and soccer teams are up and running for the winter season. Why not join us for 2017's opening varsity home basketball games at Harbor College tomorrow evening? We are providing study halls, food, and transportation for student fans right after school. See details here.
Also upcoming are robotics tournaments, Classical Night, Fathers' Breakfast, High School 101 (for 8th grade families), College Nights for 9th and 11th grades, and a host of other events and activities. Check out the full calendar here.
On the business side, note that you will receive reenrollment contracts for the 2017-2018 school year by email no later than next Friday January 13. The board has kept tuition increases to between 2% and 4.5% depending upon grade, which keeps our tuition firmly at the median for Los Angeles independent schools. We are seeing another record year for applications in all grades so please do get the enrollment contract and deposit back to the business office by the deadline. Returning families retain priority for places until that deadline, after which we open spots up for new families. We expect to see wait lists in a number of grades this spring.
Finally, it is my pleasure to announce that our Yearbook and Literary Magazine were recently recognized by the Scholastic Arts Association as among the very best; accolades that we have become used to over the years. This year, however, we went one step further. I have just been told that the 2015-2016 Literary Magazine, Clockwork, was recognized as the top such publication in the country! Huge congratulations to the students and editors whose work was displayed in the magazine. I have extra copies, should anyone like to take a look.
Happy New Year and Go Huskies!
Peter McCormack
Head of School
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Life in Balance Week Presentation
Thursday, January 12 | 6:30-7:30 p.m.
MPR
Life in Balance Week: Mental Health Speaker for Parents by Ross Szabo from the
Matthew Silverman Memorial Foundation, a nonprofit public charity dedicated to raising awareness with the goals of preventing suicide and saving lives, will be on campus to speak to our students, and later in the evening, to parents.
In his presentation, 'Behind Happy Faces; Taking Charge of your Mental Health,' Ross teaches students about the complexities of mental health issues and empowers them to seek help or help their friends seek help. Most mental health challenges are highly treatable, but too often remain hidden in silence preventing people from achieving the recovery they are capable of.
Please RSVP with Emilie Padua-Douglas
epaduadouglas@rollinghillsprep.org by Monday, January 9th, 2017. Note that the evening presentation is for parents only as the students will receive the same presentation during the school day.
Martin Luther King Day | No School/Offices Closed
Monday, January 16
High School 101 "Prepare for the Experience Ahead"
Wednesday, January 18 | 5:45*-8:00 p.m.
An evening for 8th grade families which primarily focuses on the benefits of RHP and Renaissance's high school programs, also provides generalized information about the high school experience for both parents and students.
(*Renaissance parents and students will be invited for pre-meeting at 5:15 p.m.)
Dinner will be provided for students and parents.
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Varsity Girls' Basketball vs. Wildwood
Monday, January 9 | 6:30 p.m.
Varsity Boys' Basketball vs. Wildwood
Monday, January 9 | 8:00 p.m.
Harbor College
Wilmington, CA 90744
We are offering after school study hall, a ride to Harbor College, and dinner courtesy of the athletic department for ALL STUDENTS who would like to attend the Girls' and Boys' Basketball games.
Parents will need to pick up their child from Harbor College at the conclusion of the game which will be
approximately
9:15 p.m. Even better, bring the whole family to the games and support the Huskies!!!
Varsity Boys' Soccer vs. Vistamar
Tuesday, January 10 | 3:15 p.m.
Home
Varsity Girls' Soccer vs. Vistamar
Tuesday, January 10 | 3:15 p.m.
Marine Park Manhattan Beach
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Varsity Boys' Basketball vs. Vistamar
Tuesday, January 10 | 5:30 p.m.
Betty Ainsworth Rec Center
Hawthorne, CA 90250
Varsity Girls' Basketball vs. Vistamar
Wednesday, January 11 | 4:00 p.m.
Betty Ainsworth Rec Center
Hawthorne, CA 90250
Varsity Girls' Basketball vs. St. Bonaventure HS
Saturday, January 14 | 12:30 p.m.
Camarillo HS
Camarillo, CA 93012
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Senior Speech: Fiona P.
I am overjoyed with the way things turned out. At RHP, I have been able to thrive. I have met new people, which has opened me up to new thoughts and ideas. I have been given unique opportunities, such as participating in WE Day where I was able to volunteer at the Ronald McDonald house with my friends. I also started my own club, Cakes for Causes. As a club, we have raised hundreds of dollars through bake sales for worthy charities. Along with that, I have been able to expand my learning, with small class sizes and interaction with teachers.
Click here to read more.
Senior Speech: Frances C.
The message I want to relay to all of you is to not let anything consume you to the point of self- destruction. Whether it be food, a bad grade, a breakup, or even a mental disorder... never let it destroy you. I never thought I would be able to come out of the gutter I was stuck in, but I did, and so can you.
Click here to read more.
Help Rotary Club of San Pedro Stop Hunger
Approximately 792.5 million people do not get the food they need to live a healthy life. That's nearly one out of every nine people. We will be packaging over 10,000 meals and with your help, possibly more. Meal packages primarily go to ongoing feeding programs in developing countries and the rest are for crises relief, natural or man-made.
Help us by:
* Participating
in our meal-packaging event:
Saturday, January 14, 2017
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
(1, 2, 3, and 4 hour shifts available)
Temple Beth El 1435 W. 7th Street
San Pedro, CA 90731
* Raising funds and/or donating
as little as $0.29 for a nutrient-rich meal package that serves 6.
* Bringing canned goods
and other pantry staples for our local food banks.
From the College Counseling Office
Diagnostic Testing for Juniors
Dov Engelberg from Mulholland Prep will offer SAT /ACT Diagnostic for junior students. The scores from these tests will be helpful for students who are considering whether to take the redesigned SAT or ACT. Here are the details:
SAT /ACT Diagnostic
Wednesday, January 11, 2016
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Multi-Purpose Room (MPR)
PSAT Score Reports
In the coming weeks, students will receive a hard copy of their PSAT score reports for the October 19th PSAT/NMSQT. The online score reports became available in December. In English and math classes, students will review how to interpret score reports and best practices for using PSAT results to prepare for taking standardized tests this spring.
SAVE THE DATE ~ 11th Grade Parent and Student College Night
Our 11th Grade Parent and Student College Night will take place on Wednesday, January 25th from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. to kick off our college admission orientation season during the month of February. The information presented will be a general overview of the college admission timeline and various components of college admission. Students will receive the 2017 RHP and Ren College Handbook. We recognize you are eager to give your student the best advantage in the college admission process, so in addition to our College Night, parent and student meetings will begin in February to discuss your child's specific needs and create a customized college admission plan. Please send an email to Mrs. Dyment at
bdyment@rollinghillsprep.org
to confirm your attendance at the College Night on January 25th.
Newly Renovated RHP & Ren Families Connected Website
The RHP & Ren Families Connected website has had a fresh new makeover for the New Year! The site is now more user-friendly and the "featured" column will now feature upcoming wellness events and a specific resource topic available on the larger
South Bay Families Connected website. This a fabulous resource for students and parents, so be sure to check back often.
US Student Council Fundraiser
Mark your calendars for January 10th! Visit the Chipotle in Torrance from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. and show the flyer below and 50% of the proceeds will go to support Student Council activities!
Service Learning Opportunity (6 hours)
GIRLS
Empowerment & Engagement Conference for African American Girls in grades 7-12, on Saturday, January 21, 2017. The conference is aimed at providing our young women with an opportunity to learn strategies for developing leadership skills and attaining success. The event will include informative workshops, guest speaker and group sessions with plenty of opportunities to dialogue and develop leadership skills. This event will culminate with an alumni panel of independent school graduates who will share their stories and journey into collegiate life. Also, the conference will provide opportunities for networking, fellowship, and other tangible skills for the future.
Click here to register.
Click here to view the flyer.
BOYS
Save the Date: Empowerment & Engagement Conference for African American Boys February 4, 2017. WHO: African American Boys, grades 7-12 who attend Southern California independent and private schools. WHAT: The conference will include a keynote speaker, meaningful workshops, small group discussions, and the opportunity to connect and fellowship with boys of African descent who attend Southern California independent and private schools. Click here to view the flyer.
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