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SUNDAY LETTER April 23, 2017
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A MESSAGE FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL
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Join Us Next Saturday Evening for the Relay for Life
Do you know anyone who has suffered from cancer? You may have lost someone close to you or, with luck, you will know someone who has survived through great medical care and a bit of luck. The latter describes my own experience: as of mid-May I will have been cancer-free for two years.
Please come along to campus next Saturday evening at 6:00 p.m. and bring family and friends. We are hosting the local Relay for Life, a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. Run or walk the 5K with us on campus at 6:00 p.m., and, if you can, stay for the luminarias lighting ceremony as dusk falls at 8:00 p.m. It's a very moving event.
Service Learning hours for students? Of course!
Cannot make the evening? Consider supporting the cause by donating
here.
Hope to see you there.
Peter McCormack
Head of School
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Friday, April 28 | 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Tickets are $15 which includes light food and refreshments
Relay for Life
Service hours are available for both those that volunteer and those that raise funds and run. (and it's possible to do both). The student who raises the most funds will receive a bowling party including 2 hours of bowling, shoe rental, 2 large pizzas and a soda for themselves and nine of their friends.
Parent Association Meeting
Wednesday, May 10 | 8:15 - 9:30 a.m.
Meetings are casual and all parents or guardians are automatically members. Come and see how you can be part of the decision-making process for supporting the schools!
National Honor Society Induction Ceremony
Wednesday, May 10 | 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
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Performing Arts Showcase and Senior Recognition
Thursday, May 11 | 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
The evening will include music and theatre performances along with recognition of our graduating Performing Artists.
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Football Team Update
Our football team recently participated in a 7 on 7 Passing League Tournament and placed in the top 10 of the 40 teams in the competition. Sophomore quarterback Ethan Gretzinger has been named a USA National Team member. He is ranked the #5 quarterback in all California schools, including those that play 11-man football. Ethan was also named the top 8-man quarterback by "Top Dog Athletics."
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Golf vs. Mary Star
Monday, April 24
Los Verdes Golf Course
Varsity Girls' Softball vs Lennox Academy
Monday, April 24 | 3:30 p.m.
San Pedro Softball Complex
Varsity Girls' Softball vs Hawthorne Math & Science
Tuesday, April 25 | 3:30 p.m.
San Pedro Softball Complex
Varsity Boys' Baseball vs Hawthorne Math & Science
Tuesday, April 25 | 3:30 p.m.
Navy Field
Track and Field Coastal League Meet
Wednesday, April 26| 4:00 p.m.
West LA College
Varsity Boys' Baseball vs Lennox Academy
Thursday, April 27 | 3:30 p.m.
Navy Field
Swim Team League Meet
Saturday, April 29 | 4:00 p.m.
Crossroads School
Click Here
to view the full athletic schedule. Go Huskies!
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Senior Speech:
Maria Velasco
I realize now that I'm the one who is in control of my behavior and attitude. Things are different now and I tell Mr. Flamini that I'm his Karma for any bad things he did as a kid.
Even though my motto was to "Never Grow Up" you always grow as a person. No matter how hard you try not to, trust me. But in my own way no matter how old and wrinkly I get I will never stop having a good time in my life. Life is short so don't let society change who you are. At some point in your life you will realize that happiness is really important. You will grow at your own pace.
Read more.
Senior Speech:
Gabi Coleman
I can stand up here today and genuinely say that I am happy for the mistakes that I have made, they have taught me things about life and myself that I never would have learned otherwise. I can say that I am happy for moving around as much as I did, and although I had to leave people behind, it was a blessing to have even made those connections in the first place. I know that wherever I go from here, I can continue to make those connections with those around me. I hope that I am able to continue to look at a closed door as just another one opening to new opportunities. I hope that I am able to continue to make mistakes and grow from them.
Read more.
Trimester 2 Head of School Lists
Congratulations to the students who made the
Trimester 2 Head of School Lists!
Those with High Honors have achieved a GPA of 4.00 or higher. Those with Honors have achieved a GPA of 3.50-3.99, no grade below C-, and no more than one C.
Click the links below to download the lists.
Trimester 2 Service Learning Honor Roll
Congratulations to the students who made the Trimester 2 Service Learning Honor Roll.
Jessica Rojas Named One of Southbay Magazine's "19 Under 19"
RHP senior Jessica Rojas was featured this month in South Bay Magazine's "19 Under 19" April publication. The "19 Under 19" issue highlights the South Bay's top teens and kids, by celebrating their achievements, future potential, and how they are making an impact in their communities.
Jessica was nominated by her senior advisor, Mrs. Cassidy, who commended Jessica on her dedication to family and schoolwork. On top of her responsibilities at home and school, Jessica has been actively involved in the LAPD cadet training program, which demands much of Jessica's time. The program intensely challenges participates both academically and physically. The cadets are required to pass a physical training test, and classes including criminal law, public speaking and conflict resolution.
Jessica graduated from the academy earlier this year and will continue to pursue her career as an FBI agent in the LA Police Department.
You can view the South Bay Magazine's "19 Under 19" issue
here.
Click here to read excerpts from Jessica Rojas' interview with South Bay Magazine.
Host an International Student for 4 Nights This Summer!
 Rolling Hills Prep will be hosting for the 3rd year a group of Middle School students from Ningbo, China. They will arrive on July 21st and depart on July 25th. They are all rising 6th, 7th and 8th grade boys and girls and will be here for 4 nights for an English immersion program while taking classes and activities through the LA area.
We are looking to improve their home stay experience and are hoping we can secure RHP and Ren families to help make this happen all while enjoying and learning from this experience yourselves.
Main responsibilities include dropping off in the morning around 8:00 a.m. and picking up around 4:30-5:00 p.m. Providing breakfast and dinner along with showing them your favorite local areas would be great. This year the students will be on campus each day so their free time during the stay will be limited.
To help assist with food we are offering $75 per student for the 4 nights along with some service learning hours for RHP/Ren students who do host.
Palos Verdes Blue Butterfly Service Learning
Blue Butterfly Reserve service learning opportunities from 9 a.m. - noon on Saturdays, April 29, May 27, and June 3. Everyone from the community is invited. We will be meeting in the parking lot behind the goal posts. We will be partnering with the Audubon Society.
From the College Counseling Office
Financial Aid Workshop, Part I
SAVE THE DATE! We will have Financial Aid Workshop, Part I, with David Levy, Editor of Edvisors.com, for our 11th grade families on Saturday, May 6th from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. We've partnered with Chadwick School to organize this event and have Mr. Levy speak to families.
We are thrilled to have Mr. Levy as our guest speaker this year. He has 30 years of experience as Director of Financial Aid at notable colleges, including Scripps College, California Institute of Technology and Occidental College. He has received more than 35 awards for his financial aid leadership and volunteer positions. Mr. Levy will also be guest speaker at Financial Aid Workshop, Part II, scheduled for September.
Financial Aid Workshop, Part I
with David Levy
Saturday, May 6, 2017
9:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Chadwick School, Lecture Hall
26800 S Academy Dr,
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
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Seniors were surprised by the Magic Bus this week following a scheduled drill. They spent the rest of the afternoon enjoying themselves at Mulligans. A big thank you to the Alumni Association for sponsoring this beloved
tradition.
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Chemistry students observed and completed a variety of experiments this week while balancing chemical equations and identifying the different types of reactions.
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Middle School PE students take a shot at golf.
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Congratulations to the Art Department for putting on an inspirational Student Art Show Reception yesterday evening. We have such an astounding amount of talent among our students and faculty, it brings us great pride to be able to showcase their work. Thank you to all the friends and family members who came out last night to support our art students.
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