Dear Parents and Guardians,
I hope you and your family enjoyed a happy and healthy Thanksgiving. November was a wonderful month for us, beginning with our annual Veterans Day assembly. I would like to extend my gratitude to the RHS Leadership classes, band, and choir for their hard work in making the day truly special for our veterans. The student body demonstrated outstanding respect and appreciation, which was commendable.
Additionally, we hosted the annual Champions of Rolla Education (CORE) banquet, honoring students who achieved a grade point average of 3.8 or higher during the previous school year. We were thrilled to recognize 222 students at the banquet, with over 400 parents and students in attendance. This was our largest gathering for the CORE banquet in recent years. The event was made possible through the support of the CORE group, the Chamber of Commerce, and various local businesses. The strong turnout of students and parents, along with the backing of our local businesses, serves as a wonderful testament to the community in which we live. Thank you for your unwavering support.
As we move into December, our primary focus at RHS will be preparing for final exams. You will find the final exam schedule included in this newsletter. This can be a stressful period for students if proactive measures are not taken. Here are some tips to support your student(s) during finals:
- Set aside electronics approximately an hour before bedtime.
- Aim for at least 8 hours of sleep each night.
- Establish a study schedule and study a little bit each night rather than cramming.
- Encourage a healthy breakfast and nutritious eating throughout the day.
- Provide consistent positive reinforcement and encouragement, and maintain open communication about how they are managing.
It is beneficial to start building these habits early in December if they are not already established. To assist our freshman students in preparing for finals, RHS will host “Cocoa and Cram” on December 15th. Please look for further details in this newsletter and the upcoming daily announcements.
On behalf of the Rolla High School faculty and staff, I wish you a very Merry Christmas.
Sincerely,
Corey Ray, Ed.D.
Principal
Rolla High School
573-458-0140
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Monday, December 8 - Band Winter Concert, 7 p.m., RHS Performing Arts Center
Monday, December 15 - Freshmen Cocoa and Cram, 3:15-4:30 p.m., RHS Cafeteria
Tuesday, December 16 -Winter Choir Concert, 6:30 p.m., RHS Performing Arts Center
Wednesday, December 17-Friday, December 19 - Semester Finals
Friday, December 19 -- Classes Dismiss at 1:00
Monday, December 22-Monday, January 5 - NO SCHOOL, Christmas Break
Tuesday, January 6 - Classes Resume, 8 a.m.
Wednesday, January 14 - RHS Enrollment Fair,
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The Rolla High School Band Department presents their annual Winter Concert, to be held 7 p.m. Monday, December 8, at the RHS Performing Arts Center.
Featured bands will include the RHS Concert, Symphonic, and Jazz bands.
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The Winter Choir Concert will be held beginning at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 16, in the RHS Performing Arts Center. The concert will feature the Rolla High School and Rolla Junior High Choirs.
Choir students will need to be in the choir room at 6:00 p.m., and parents can see Parent Square for more information.
The Junior High Band Concert will follow at 7:30 p.m.
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Rolla High School will be hosting its annual Enrollment Fair from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, January 14, in the RHS Fieldhouse. This is the perfect opportunity for students and parents to meet with teachers and learn more information about courses available at RHS.
In case of inclement weather, a make up date has been scheduled for Tuesday, January 20.
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RHS Freshmen are invited to attend the annual Cocoa and Cram, presented by FIDO. It will be held from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in the RHS Cafeteria.
This is the perfect opportunity for freshmen to have fun preparing for finals. Project FIDO leaders will be on-hand to assist.
Snacks will be provided.
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The Final Exam schedule has been announced, and exams will be held Wednesday, December 17 through Friday, December 19. Friday's lunch schedule will be affected, as follows:
FOR FRIDAY: ANY STUDENT ASSIGNED AN ADVISORY- SHOULD GO THERE.
If you have a 4th hour class @ RTI/RTC but don't have an Advisory, go to your 4th hour at RTI/RTC.
If you have a 4th hour class @ RHS and no Advisory, report to the practice gym during Advisory time.
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Rolla Theatre presents A Night of Holiday One-Acts December 18th & 19th at 7:00 p.m. in the Rolla High School Performing Arts Center.
Start your holiday break off right with a series of holiday themed one-acts from RHS International Thespian Society and RJH Drama Club. Tickets are available at the door or in advance at rollahstheatre.ludus.com for $5 per person.
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Welcome to Rolla High School! As you are planning visits to the building, please note that we have three entrances to help best serve your needs.
** Main Office Entrance -- Located near the Fieldhouse, this entrance should be used if you wish to visit with assistant principals Dr. Grisham, Mr. Smith, Mrs. Kolbe, or the Counseling Center.
** Attendance Office Entrance -- Use this entrance in the lower parking lot to visit with Principal Dr. Corey Ray or the school nurses, and to check students in/out of school.
** Athletic Office Entrance -- Located on 10th Street, this entrance should be used for all things athletic related.
For additional safety of our students and staff, please press the call button and wait to be admitted into the building.
We look forward to seeing you!
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There is an opportunity exclusive to freshmen to earn a $10,000 scholarship when they graduate in 2029, but they must start that process as a freshman. It is called the My Missouri Scholarship Promise (MyMO) Program and you can sign up for a virtual informational session using the link provided. Informational flyer is linked below. The MyMO Class of 2029 application will open on January 1, 2026, and close on March 2, 2026. Please reach out to the Counseling Center if you have any questions.
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It is that time of year again. Any sophomore or junior students interested in leadership opportunities this summer should start watching for more information and the application processes to start. The RHS Counseling Center will be posting more information about each leadership opportunity in Google Classroom and on our FaceBook page. Here are a few of the opportunities available.
SOPHOMORE OPPORTUNITIES:
Missouri Scholars Academy: RHS would like to nominate three sophomores for the Missouri Scholars Academy, which is a 3-week summer program for 330 of Missouri’s gifted students. The academy takes place from Sunday, June 7 to Saturday, June 27, 2026, on the campus of the University of Missouri- Columbia. Only current sophomores can be considered for nomination. More information is available on their webpage: www.moscholars.missouri.edu.
If you are interested in being nominated, please complete this form bit.ly/msa_info_meeting to be able to attend an informational meeting on December 11 in the Lecture Hall during Pride.
The HOBY Missouri Leadership Seminar is designed to help high school students recognize their leadership talents and apply them to become effective, ethical leaders in their home, school, workplace and community. We accomplish our mission primarily through a three day seminar, where rising juniors participate in hands-on leadership activities, meet leaders in their state, and explore their own personal leadership skills – all while learning how to lead others and make a positive impact in their community.
Missouri Leadership Seminar is hosted on the UCM Campus in Warrensburg, MO. Our program brings exciting panels, opportunities to meet other leaders throughout the state, and moments to think about leadership within your state and community.
The Missouri RYLA Academy is a 4-day, 3-night leadership academy for students who exhibit a heart for community service. Developed by some of Missouri's top professional educators and Rotarians from Districts 6040, 6060, and 6080, the curriculum is designed to identify and enhance the qualities of servant leadership for each participant, educate them on how to successfully implement a service project, and inspire them to live a lifetime of "Service Above Self."
JUNIOR OPPORTUNITIES:
The American Legion Boys State and Girls State Of Missouri is an eight-day hands on experience in the operation and fundamentals of government. It will be happening during the summer, in the month of June. They both draw together the best and brightest high school juniors to help lead them down the path of individual success and leadership through "doing," not just learning.
If anyone is interested in sponsoring a student please contact Kristi Steelman, HS Counselor at ksteelman@rolla31.org or 573-458-0141 for more information.
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