February 2, 2024 - Principal Message
Parents and Families,
We are off to a strong start to the 2nd semester. Congratulations to our 74 mid-year graduates. This is the most RHS has ever had. The ceremony can be view here
Please make it a routine to regularly review your child's grades on PowerSchool. We aim to foster a two-way communication channel between teachers and parents. If you notice a decline in your child's grades, please take the initiative to reach out to the teachers, just as they are encouraged to reach out to you.
Mobile phones are not deemed essential, as parents can communicate with the school, and students will receive messages through appropriate channels. It is advisable to encourage students to keep their phones in their backpacks throughout the day, ensuring they are on silent to avoid distractions during class. Students experiencing difficulties with school-issued devices are urged to promptly submit them to the media center when such issues arise.
Students seeking clarification regarding their spring semester schedule can reach out to their designated counselor via email or visit them at the Counselors’ Corner. Please be aware that course corrections concluded at the start of the year. Although we are not accepting change of heart requests, we are open to considering course corrections for students meeting specific criteria. This includes those enrolled in a course for which they already have credit, enrolled without meeting the prerequisite, aiming to enhance the level of rigor, or needing to add a course required for promotion or graduation due to fall semester course failure(s).
Please see the announcements below
Pastries With the Principals
Parents are invited to join in conversations with the Administrative team on February 10th from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM to receive the latest news. This event is an informal event and an opportunity to get to know the admin team at RHS. There will also be representatives from the PTSA and RAC Boosters. Please click on the following link if you plan to attend. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0844AEAE2CA3FD0-47663372-pastry
Student Services
Next week is School Counselor Appreciation Week!
AP Classroom session with Spring AP courses – February 5th – 12th
Sophomore Classroom Guidance – February 12th – 16th
Registration for 24-25 school year runs through 2nd periods – February 26th – March 22nd
All Registration information is on the RHS Website including all deadlines. https://www.wcpss.net/domain/18548
Open House
Families will have the opportunity to visit your child's teachers and get information pertinent to them having a successful semester. Thursday, 2/8/24 from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM.
SOS-Signs of Suicide
Each year, our SAP Counselor, Chichi Owino, is required to teach a lesson called 'SOS-Signs of Suicide' to the 9th and 12th grade students through health class. The lesson encourages students to recognize the signs of depression in themselves or a friend and to seek help. We realize that some students/families are sensitive to this topic and prefer to not engage in the lesson. If you would like to opt out your student, please email Ms. Owino at cowino@wcpss.net with your child's first and last name.
SECU People Helping People Scholarship
Parents of Seniors, SECU scholarship applications are due to Mr. Laws by February 19th, 2024 (no applications will be accepted after this date). All the information your student needs regarding this scholarship is on the RHS Seniors Canvas page. Please encourage your senior to contact Mr. Laws (alaws@wcpss.net) if they have any questions.
RHS Wake Up and Read Book Drive!
RHS is hosting a book drive for students in need in Wake County. New or slightly used books for ages 0-12 can be dropped off in the front office, or in the media center by February 17th.
Activity Buses
If your child needs to ride an activity bus home after school, here is the link that gives more detailed information about drop off locations. https://www.wcpss.net/Page/26302
Laptops
Please remind your child to consistently bring their laptop and charger, and get any issues promptly resolved. Not all assignments can easily be printed at the last minute because students showed up unprepared.
Interested in Some International Travel?
Big news, Rolesville High School parents! Your student has the opportunity to travel to Berlin, Prague, Krakow, Budapest, and Vienna with me in Summer 2025. Ms. Beatrice will be going over all the details in her in-person informational meeting. Use this link to register for the meeting: https://bit.ly/48s55rl
Please contact her via email if you have any questions. arbeatrice@wcpss.net
Year Book Information
Senior Yearbook Ads are due 2/6: Recognize your student’s milestones and successes with a senior recognition ad. Designs and payment are due by February 6th. These ads may be purchased and designed at jostensadservice.com.
Order your 2024 yearbook! Purchase yours at jostensyearbooks.com. Yearbooks will be delivered in May.
Wake Tech Session- Wednesday 2/21/24:
A representative from Wake Tech will be on RHS' campus to offer an Information Session from 10:45AM - 12:55PM for any 11th & 12th graders who are interested in knowing more about Wake Technical Community College. Students will be able to meet with Mr. Fabre, Wake Tech Community College representative, and ask questions about curriculum, college transfer, health science programs, admissions processes, tutoring, athletics & clubs/organizations on campus.
In addition, Mr. Fabre will assist 12th grade students with the application for enrollment and financial aid.
Register (using WCPSS account) HERE:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScaq34aI8H02UXGLdqeGTUv5pWNp3XzaIJEXw3Mpb0VZQjqVQ/viewform
**Note: this session is NOT for CCP information- this is for regular Wake Tech enrollment information
Bag Policy for Athletics
RHS and many other high schools in Wake County started a clear bag policy. Please know that this is only one safety measure we are putting in place to help with keeping our students, staff, and visitors safe. This information is also on the Go Fan page when tickets are being purchased.
Student Parking
If you have a student who drives to school, please ensure that they have a valid parking pass and encourage them to park in the designated area. Students who park on campus without the required parking permit can be subject to towing. Signs have been placed on campus indicating where towed vehicles can be retrieved. It's important to note that the cost of towing will be the responsibility of the vehicle owner.
Student Dress Code
A friendly reminder to all students to adhere to the dress code on a daily basis. Please refrain from wearing clothing that is excessively short or revealing of private areas. Additionally, avoid wearing headgear or sunglasses inside the building. If a student is found to be in violation of the dress code, they will be asked to make the necessary corrections.
Breakfast & Lunch
Beginning with the 2023-24 school year, full-paid breakfast will be $1.75 and lunch will be $3.50. Families still need to complete the 2023-24 meal benefits application, which will be available online at www.MySchoolApps.com. Paper copies will be available for pick up at the school office. For families who completed the 2022-23 meal benefits application, the eligibility benefit will be effective for their student's first 30 school days of the 2023-2024 school year.
Click to Solicitud en línea para las comidas escolares Gratis/Precio Reducido: Español
Math Tutoring
Math tutoring takes place everyday during lunch on the 1st floor in the 1900 pod. Students simply need to request a pass from their teacher and they will be allowed to go to the 4th floor during their lunch for assistance. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LltFk_xv194Np_FuntWGUFJ4R1DoEcv6/view?usp=sharing
WCPSS Parent Workshops
The Office of Equity Affairs is excited to announce that the Family Academy Program will be hosting a series of parent workshops for the upcoming 2023-2024 school year. We would like to take this opportunity to invite you to select your preferred workshops from our Topic Selection Guide as soon as possible. If you are interested in scheduling a workshop, kindly send your request to familyacademy@wcpss.net.
Game/Athletics
On-line ticket link= https://gofan.co/app/school/NC52020
Students and spectators must sit in the stands during the game. While there will be potential gatherings at halftime and postgame, large gatherings will not be allowed during the game.
There will be no re-entry and spectators will not be admitted free during the second half of the contest.
As normal, Backpacks and smoking (vapes as well) will not be allowed.
Inappropriate and unruly behavior will be removed from the game and may result in suspension from school events.
No refund for being removed for various violations
We ask that only CLEAR bags be brought into athletic events
Social Studies
The Social Studies Department hosts daily tutoring before and after school Tuesday-Thursday. The students need to notify their teacher at least the day before that they will be attending to receive a pass for the morning and notify their teacher on the day of for afternoon tutoring.
Thank your,
Phelan Perry, Principal
Rolesville High School Rams
Main Office: 919.554.6303
School Hours: 7:25 a.m. 2:18 p.m.
Address: 1099 East Young Street, Rolesville NC 27571
Our Mission
Rolesville High School will provide a relevant and engaging education and will graduate students who are collaborative, creative, effective communicators, and critical thinkers.
Our Vision
Rolesville High School students will be prepared to reach their full potential and lead productive lives in a complex and changing world.