The Warrior Press

Riverside High School ~ The Warrior Press ~ Volume 4, Edition 20 ~ Monday, December 11, 2023

Battle of the Bins

Battle of the Bins - The Riverside High School Community raised over $3,300 in cash and household items to support Veterans Are Heroes during its 2nd Annual Battle of the Bins. After falling to South Carolina last year, Clemson was awarded with the most items in the bin this year. Thank you to all that donated

Exam Bell Schedule

Fall Semester Exam Schedule

Fall Exam Schedule - Please see the attached Fall Semester Exam Schedule. Please be advised that exams will not be given early. The English 2 Writing EOC will be administered on Thursday, November 30.

Virtual EOC Exam Dates

Please the see attached information for Virtual End of Course Exam Dates.

Seat Time Recovery

Seat time has started for Q1 and S1 classes. Students have received notices and emails have been sent with updated seat time information. The cost of a session is $10.00 and we will hold sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays (please see flyer). Students need to pay Mrs. Thornton in guidance during 3rd block ONLY.

Seat Time Recovery Information

Academic Time (Tutoring)

Academic Time (Tutoring) has begun for the 2023-24 School Year. Academic Time (Tutoring) will be offered (free of charge) for all Riverside High School students on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4-5:30 p.m. on the "G Hall". To participate, all students MUST be present by 4:00 p.m. (they will not be allowed to participate if they arrive after 4:00 p.m.), and all students must have their ID on. Students are responsible for their own transportation if they stay for Academic Time. Please take advantage of this free opportunity to assist your student with their classes. NOTE: Riverside High School will host Academic Time on Wednesday, November 29, December 6 and 13 to help prepare for Final and End of Course Exams.

Expressway to Tiger Town

Expressway to Tiger Town - Interested in becoming a teacher? Want to earn your Bachelor’s degree from Clemson in only three years? Join the Riverside High School Future Teacher Academy and earn college credit by taking education courses, completing field practicums, and learning about future employment with Greenville County Schools. Even better, get a jump start on your education degree with admission to Clemson’s College of Education through Expressway to Tiger Town. Want to find out more? Check out the GCS Future Teacher Academy presentation as well as the Expressway to Tiger Town website and sign up to attend an interest meeting during Advisory period on Wednesday, January 10, 2024. Questions? Email akthompson@greenville.k12.sc.us or stop by Mrs. Thompson’s room J106 for more information.

Expressway to Tiger Town Website

Signup for Meeting

Class of 2024 to Graduate on May 23

2024 Graduation! The Riverside High School Class of 2024 will graduate at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 23 at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Please see the attached information regarding graduation information.

Graduation Information

Warrior Highlights

Winter Sports Schedule

December 11-17

Results from the Week of December 4

Varsity Boys Basketball - Riverside d. Woodmont, Byrnes & Mauldin; Dorman d. Riverside
Varsity Girls Basketball - Riverside d. Woodmont & Byrnes; Mauldin d. Riverside
Wrestling - Riverside l. Wade Hampton, Daniel & St. Joseph's

Athletes of the Week

Athletic Safety Requirements

Clear Bag Policy

Athletic Safety Requirements

Parents and Guardians,

In light of recent events at athletic venues across the country, Greenville County Schools has updated its safety requirements for athletic events, effective immediately.

For all Greenville County Schools athletic events, the following requirements are in place to ensure the safety of all attendees:

Middle school students and younger must be accompanied by an adult 19 years old or older to every athletic event

High school students must have a school-issued ID to enter an athletic event alone; otherwise, they must be accompanied by an adult 19 years old or older

No loitering in any area; all fans need to sit in the home or visitor stands during the event

Not following any of the rules outlined above will result in removal from the event without a refund

As a reminder, there is a clear bag policy for GCS events.

In addition, Riverside High School does not allow any outside food or drink into the stadium.

Thank you for your cooperation and help to ensure the safety of all attendees.

Club Corner

Christmas Parade

Christmas Parade - The Riverside High School Pride of Riverside Marching Band played seasonal music during the annual Greenville City Christmas Parade.

Winter Wonder Week Bonfire

Winter Wonder Bonfire - Riverside High School closed-out its annual Winter Wonder Week Friday night with an on-campus bonfire. Thank you to all that participated in all of the seasonal activities!

LEO Santa!

LEO Santa - Riverside High School collected toys for the LEO (Law Enforcement Officer) Santa Toy Drive and “The Big Man” picked them up with a SWAT Team to protect him this week. Thank you to all that donated and to Ms. May and Ms. Wald for leading this donation.

Announcements:

Girl Up - Girl Up is collecting donations of feminine hygiene products for The Period Project, which distributes product packages to women's shelters and schools. Please bring your donation to Mrs. Thompson's room - J106 by December 19.
BSU Club - The BSU Club has extended the Canned Food Drive and will continue collecting canned goods and/or non-perishable items for the Pleasant Valley Connection. If you need service hours for your club, and would like to donate to the cause drop donations off in H117 (Brewster). The last day to drop off donations is December 15; 3 items donated = 1 service hour
French Honor Society - Students who have completed French 2 are eligible to join the French Honor Society if they have maintained an A in French class (at least 3 consecutive quarters of an A with a current A average). Pay French Honor Society dues on MySchoolBucks from 11/14-12/14. New members: $10. Returning members: $3. See Mrs. McFall with questions.

Winter Concerts

Wow! How is it December already? The first semester end is in sight, Warriors.

With that comes a much needed break offering the opportunity to rest, relax and recharge. I hope you all take some time for yourselves and get to enjoy time spent with those you love.

Happy Holidays, everyone.

Sincerely,

Loree Hartzog

Join RHS PTSA

Dhillon Dentistry

PTSA School Store Volunteers Needed

We still need volunteers to assist in the school store during lunch! If interested in volunteering, please see the Sign-Up Genius below. Feel free to bring a friend. You can use the comments section to indicate if someone is joining you. Also, if you're new to working the School Store, let Loree Hartzog know. She’s happy to volunteer with you to show you the ropes. It's easy and really fun! You can email questions to her at loreehartzog@yahoo.com.

**Must be a Level I Volunteer.

PTSA School Store Sign Up

Booster Club Information

Booster Club will host a Winter Party on January 25, 2024! Mark your calendars and make plans to join us. More information to come!

Blue Ridge Heating & Air Fundraiser

Riverside High School PTSA is partnering with Chief Sponsor Blue Ridge Heating & Air for a school fundraiser. Please see the attached graphic for information. Please scan the QR code to enroll. Each plan sold will raise $48 for Riverside High School.

Enrollment Link

PTSA to Sell Spirit Wear!

RHS Spirit wear hoodies ($40), crew sweatshirts ($40), Riverside T-shirts in three color options ($25), and NEON Riverside T-shirts ($10) will now be sold during lunches in the school store, as well as at Varsity Girls and Boys Basketball games. Credit, Debit, and CASH App only for these items.

Minds Matter Club

The Minds Matter Club focuses on Mental Health & Finding Your Purpose!

The next Minds Matter Club meeting will be held on Wednesday, December 13, at 8 a.m. in the Media Center. Please join us!

You are NOT alone. You are enough. Your life matters. In Crisis? Dial 988.

The Minds Matter Health Club is still looking for grade level leadership representatives. If interested, please contact Ms. Casey Noble at cnoble@greenville.k12.sc.us.

RHS PTSA/Sponsors