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Superintendent's Message
Dear RBHS Students, Families, Staff, and Community,
The second semester is in full swing, and thankfully, the weather is cooperating so far. Below are several reminders and updates for District 208 stakeholders. Due to recent suggestions, the District is making an effort to keep the newsletter concise so stakeholders can acquire the updates they need to stay informed about the District. Please remember, you can also receive real-time updates and follow us on social media (Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook).
Go Bulldogs!!
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2020-2021 School Calendar
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At the regular meeting on January 14, 2020, the Board of Education approved the school calendar for the 2020-2021 school year. Our first day of school will be August 17, 2020, for students. The school calendar can be viewed on the RBHS website (District tab).
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Student Representative - Board of Education
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The process for adding a student representative to the Board of Education has begun. The position is being advertised on the RB website for current juniors (Class of 2021). The goal is to have student representation at the Board of Education table (open session only) by the start of the 2020-2021 school year.
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Strategic Planning Workshop
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The Board of Education is scheduling a strategic planning workshop with our stakeholder groups. The date is Saturday, February 22, 2020, from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. in the Alumni Lounge. The workshop will focus on reviewing the District's Vision and Goals.
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Winter Weather Reminder - Late Start / E-Learning Days
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Please remind your students to dress for the winter weather conditions. To gain the most of their classes and extracurricular activities, students must be mindful of their attendance at school.
The District's goal is to have school every day that it is scheduled. However, student and staff safety will always be our first priority. If the weather or other emergencies present a condition that jeopardizes the safety of our students or staff, a decision will be made in a timely manner to implement a Late Start or an e-Learning day.
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Please remember to participate in the 2020 Census. On April 1, 2020, a census will be taken of all persons living in the United States. It is important that every Illinois resident be counted, so our state population accurately reflects our needs for state and federal resources and representation.
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The Regular Board meeting will be on February 11, 2020, and the Committee of the Whole meeting will be on February 25, 2020. Both meetings begin at 7:00 p.m. in Room 201. As always, information about our Board meetings can be found on the website under the Board of Education tab, or you can watch the meetings on
www.rbtv.tv
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Principal's Message
Greetings Bulldogs,
Happy New Year 2020, and welcome to the 2nd Semester! It's our goal, mission, and calling to build on the
1st-semester momentum and successes we all enjoyed. This semester we will continue to excel in teaching and learning, conquer all standardized tests, and build everlasting relationships. Together, we will make RB even better.
Census 2020 will be upon us in the early spring, and it's our duty, as stated in our constitution, to be active participants in our democracy. In working collaboratively with all townships in District 208, information on why, how, and when to fill it out will be shared periodically, locally, and when indicated by the US Census Bureau. More information coming soon!
School will not be in session on Friday, February 14, for Institute Day and on Monday, February 17, in observance of Presidents Day.
Wednesday, February 19, 7:00-8:00 p.m., we will be hosting "Coffee with the Principal."
The spring musical,
Big Fish, will run from Thursday, February 27, through Sunday, March 1. Put it on your calendars.
With high optimism for a fantastic school year,
Dr. Hector Freytas
Principal
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Testing Information
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AP Testing
For those students who will be taking an AP test in May, the AP Student Bulletins were distributed in AP classes. If your student did not receive their AP Student Bulletin, please have them see their AP class teacher, or they may stop in Student Services for a copy.
March 13, 2020, is the deadline to order an exam or change an exam order. No exam registration requests will occur after that date.
PSAT
Information on how to access PSAT scores online was sent via email by the College Board to all students that took the PSAT exam back in October. Please access those scores online. Paper copies of the scores will be available to students in February. Students who would prefer to receive their paper copy of their PSAT/NMSQT score should see Mr. Helgeson in room 134 before or after school.
All-School Testing Day (SAT, PSAT 10, PSAT 9)
The state-funded SAT exam will be given to all students that are of junior status on Tuesday, April 14, 2020. All juniors who test with accommodations will be testing during the state-mandated two-day testing window on both Tuesday and Wednesday. Testing will take place during the school day. Parents do not have to register their children for this test.
All sophomores will be taking a PSAT 10 exam, and all freshmen will be sitting for a PSAT 8/9 exam on Wednesday, April 15, 2020. Testing will take place during the school day. Parents do not have to register their children for this test.
On Tuesday, April 14, seniors will be off for college visits, while freshman and sophomore students will have an e-learning day. On Wednesday, juniors without accommodations will have an e-learning day.
More information will be forthcoming about attendance during All-School Testing on April 14-15, 2020.
For all exams on All-School Testing Day: No cell phones are allowed in the testing facility. Please make sure that you bring an approved calculator, pencils, and your student ID.
Illinois Science Assessment
All RBHS junior students will be taking the Illinois Science Assessment on the following dates: Tuesday, March 17; Wednesday, March 18; and Thursday, March 19. Each testing session will begin at 8:00 a.m. The time for the test is approximately 40 minutes per session. The assessment will only be administered via the computer in the designated testing location. Students should bring their fully-charged Chromebooks for the exam.
ACT
RBHS will host a national ACT exam on Saturday, April 4, 2020. The registration deadline for this exam date is February 28.
Students interested in the April 4 ACT exam should register at
www.actstudent.org.
For testing-related questions, please contact Marc Helgeson, Testing Director, at
helgesonm@rbhs208.net
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RBHS Theatre Department Events
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Frozen Movie and Sing-Along 
Join us for a Frozen sing-along on Sunday, February 9, at 1:00 p.m. $10 is a suggested donation. All proceeds benefit the Theatre Department. Come dressed as your favorite Disney Princess or character. RSVP to rbhstheatresponsors@gmail.com.
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Student Services Events and Information
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College & Career Week at RB
RB will hold our annual College Week March 2-6 to help students learn more about college and career opportunities after high school. More information will be shared via e-mail and on the website.
Local Scholarship Publications for Seniors
The Local Scholarship applications will be available on the Student Services website on February 7. The deadline for most applications is March 6, although a few scholarships have a different deadline. Please see your counselor with any questions.
College Planning Tips for Sophomore Parents
February 11 at 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium
Jim Franko will give some helpful tips for parents of sophomores on admission, college applications, and financial aid.
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Rouser - Senior Ad Deadline Extended
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The Senior Ad deadline for the yearbook has been extended until the spaces are full! Go to www.jostensadservice.com to design and order your ad. Please call 800-358-0800 for help creating the ad. Contact Mrs. Marsh (marsha@rbhs208.net) with any yearbook questions.
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Excellence and Ethics
in Education
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Please check our website for the dates and locations of all performances and events.
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February 3
PTO Meeting
7:00 p.m.
Room 201
February 4
Winter Band & Orchestra Concert
7:00 p.m.
Auditorium
February 5
Winter Choir Concert
7:00 p.m.
Auditorium
February 10
Music Sponsors Meeting
7:00 p.m.
Band Room
February 11
Board of Education Meeting
7:00 p.m.
Room 201
February 11
College Planning Tips for Sophomores
7:00 p.m.
Auditorium
February 14
Teacher Institute Day
Non-Attendance Day for Students
February 17
Presidents Day
Non-Attendance Day for Students
February 19
Blood Drive 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
East Gym
February 19
Coffee with the Principal
7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Room 201
February 20
Athletic Booster Meeting
7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Alumni Lounge
February 25
Practice SAT - Juniors
8:00 a.m.
Fieldhouse
February 25
Board of Education Meeting - Committee of the Whole
7:00 p.m.
Room 201
February 27 - February 29
Spring Musical,
Big Fish
7:00 p.m.
Auditorium
March 1
Spring Musical,
Big Fish
2:00 p.m.
Auditorium
March 2
PTO Meeting
7:00 p.m.
Room 201
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Contact Us
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See our website to contact individual staff members.
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