The Warrior Weekly
Sunday, September 24, 2023
Jacqueline Grever
Staff Spotlight
Ms. Grever is such a bright light in the AN hallway. Her students call her “amazing” and “funny” and say that she has a way of teaching English that makes it more fun and easier to understand. Her positive attitude and fun spirit make working alongside her so easy and enjoyable. She motivates her students and her colleagues to push themselves to be the best version. She gives everything she has to this school every single day. She is a pep rally leader, has helped with the dance team, and attends school events to show support for students and colleagues.
Student Spotlight
According to his teachers, Ethan is a diligent and hardworking student. He consistently demonstrates respect towards others and maintains a positive attitude. Ethan is a member of the Riverdale Honors College. He also serves as a positive role model and leader within the chess club, where he has actively participated and emerged victorious in several tournaments.
Ethan Harrelson
Announcements
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Dates to Know
This Week's Bell Schedule | ||||
Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
Even Block Schedule | Odd Block Schedule | Even Activity Block Schedule | Odd Activity Block Schedule | Even Activity Block Schedule |
9/25/9/29 - Homecoming Week
10/2-10/6 - Fall Break
10/13 - Report Cards
10/17 - Senior ACT
10/19 - No School / Honors College Induction
10/24 - Parent Teacher Conferences
Donations Needed
We have opened a free store for our students that are in need. We have items such as toiletries, feminine products, toothpaste, school supplies, backpacks, and snacks available. If you would like to make a donation to our
"Hotel-Motel" store, you can bring these items to the front office between 7:45 and 4:00. Thank you.
Community Service
If you need ideas for community service, check out TN Achieves (TN Promise) community service ideas page. These hours will count towards your TN Promise requirement and the hours may count for other school organizational requirements as well.
Paying for things just got easier
Click the box below to sign up for SchoolCash. Pay for game tickets, dues, t-shirts, etc. all in one place.
STARS counseling
Jackie Hills is the STARS counselor at RHS. She is on campus five days a week for student services.
Ms. Hills can be reached by email at hillsja@rcshools.net
and by phone number at 615-890-6450, ext. 23670. Please feel free to call or email with any Mental Health concerns.
SAVE THE DATE
The Riverdale Honors College will hold the induction ceremony for members admitted in May and August on October 19, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. The ceremony will be held at the James Union Building at MTSU. All current and new members are expected to attend. RSVP Here
SMART CARDS
Rutherford County Smart Cards are available now through Riverdale's Choir Department! If you need a Smart Card, please email the choir director, Brenda Williams (williamsb@rcschools.net) and let her know. We have Rutherford County and several surrounding counties available.
Also available is the new APP for the City Saver Coupon Book. This "book" from previous years is now an app that contains all those wonderful coupons.
Both of these are available for $20.00 - cash or check.
RIverdale High School
Homecoming
Spirit Week
September 25-29
Monday
Theme: Back to the Future
Dress “10 years back” (like you did in elementary school)
Tuesday
Wednesday
Theme: Dress as a stereotypical clique (e.g. jocks, cheerleaders, nerds, etc.)
Activity: Powderpuff Football
Theme: Barbie - Dress like Barbie or Ken
Friday
Thursday
Theme: Freaky Friday - Student Teacher Swap
Activity: Faculty Frenzy
Lunch: Pigout
Theme: Class Colors
Activity: Pep Rally
For those unfamaliar with Pigout, many of our teams, clubs, and organizations use this event as a fundraising opportunity. We have food trucks and booths, items for sale, and games available. Students will need money their own money for this event. They spend $20 on average. Regular lunch will be served in the cafeteria as well.
Summer Travel opportunities
We have a trip planned for Greece in June of 2024. This trip is open to members of the Riverdale Honors College and those students that who will be rising juniors and seniors or recent graduates at the time of travel. Families are also welcome. All trips are planned through EF Tours, a reputable travel partner used by schools nationwide, including many in Rutherford County. There are still spots available. For more information take a look at our itinerary. If you have questions or would like more information, please contact Mrs. Boyd at boydd@rcschools.net.
We also have a trip in 2024 planned for France and Italy. If interested in that trip, contact Mrs. Fehrenbacher at fehrenbachere@rcschools.net. -France/Italy Itinerary-
Clear Bag Policy
Clear bags are now required for all athletic events per RCS school policy.
We have RHS clear bags for sale. We have a crossbody, a tote, and a fanny pack.
You can purchase these online with SchoolCash or you can see Coach King in the Annex. Also, we will have them for sale at the football gate for each home game.
All bags are $15.00.
TIME’s running out !!
2023-2024 College Application Video Toolkit
The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) has partnered with Tennessee higher education institutions to provide college application instructional videos. These videos, created by Tennessee colleges, walk students step-by-step through each college’s application process. The Video link below will open the college’s instructional video. The Application link will bring you to the college’s admissions application or website. To celebrate Tennessee College Application and Exploration Month, many institutions are offering application fee waivers during September, and you will find the dates below.
The institutions listed are those that volunteered to create an application video. If the institution you are looking for is not listed, please visit
the institution’s website for access to their college application. More schools may be added during September. View all videos on our
College Name
Video Application Link. Link
Is this institution offering an application fee waiver?
No application fee
Yes, Sept. 1-30, use code “APAPPLY2024” Yes, Sept. 18-22
Yes, Sept. 1 – 30
No application fee
No application fee
No application fee
No application fee
Yes, Sept. 1 – 30, use code "TNFreeApp24"
No application fee
Yes, Sept. 1 - 30, use code “APPLYTN”
No application fee
Yes, Sept. 18 – 23, use code “THEC2023”
No application fee
Yes, Sept. 18-24
No application fee
No application fee
No application fee
No application fee
No application fee
No application fee
Yes, Sept. 1 – 30, no code needed
Yes, Sept. 18 – 22, use code "freeapp"
Yes, Sept. 18-22
Yes, Sept. 18-22
No application fee
No application fee
Yes, Aug. 1 – Sept. 30, use code “TN2324”
Yes, Sept. 1 – 30
Yes, Sept. 18-22
No application fee
No application fee
American Baptist College
Austin Peay State University
Belmont University
Bethel University
Carson-Newman University
Cleveland State Community College
Columbia State Community College
Dyersburg State Community College
East Tennessee State University
King University
Lee University
Lincoln Memorial University
Lipscomb University
Maryville College
Middle Tennessee State University
Nashville State Community College
Northeast State Community College
Pellissippi State Community College
Rhodes College
Roane State Community College
Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology
Tennessee Tech University
The University of Tennessee, Chattanooga
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
The University of Tennessee at Martin
The University of Tennessee Southern
Trevecca Nazarene University
Union University
University of Memphis
Vanderbilt University
Volunteer State Community College
Walters State Community College
Many institutions offer application fee waivers year-round for students who need financial assistance. Students with financial need should contact their colleges of interest and inquire about available application fee waivers or discounts outside of the dates listed here.
Yearbook Information
Does your student need a little extra help with their school work?
Try Paper
Paper is a free tutoring service open to all Rutherford County students. The tutors at Paper provide homework help, writing support, and ACT Prep support. They also have tutors that speak multiple languages.
Student Log-in Information (English)
Student Log-in Information (Spanish)
Students: See Mrs. Boyd in E-6 if you need your log-in information.
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