Senior Appreciation Parade: See photo slideshow @ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aw9lcsqfzWs&feature=youtu.be
The RB Senior Tribute can be seen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5dac1lzyQs&t=1150s
R-B Senior Awards can be seen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rX38hn__e6U
Please use the Zoom link below to view our BOE meeting on May 20th @7:30 pm. Please send any statements to be read during public comment to tlind@rbchs.com. https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ywsRLPogTKS7gapBuq9qzQ
Teacher Appreciation Shout-out @ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=incTuK6tN8o
"My mom steals my projects every week and hangs them up. She loves them!" Spanish 3 Student from Mrs. Weaver's class
RBCHS Rockets GBB@RBCHS_GBB tweet, "SENIORS: your energy, talent, and effort will be missed next season but you have so much left to accomplish in life. Best of luck Class of 2020, especially these 6 special young ladies!"
"Our 2020 track seniors! Hard to believe we didn’t get to see them compete this year. Congratulations, we will miss you all!!" RB Boys Track and Field Team
@RBCHSTrack Tweet
Faculty and Staff School Color Friday~Go Rockets!!!
We end this Teacher Appreciation week with a formal shout-out to all of our RB Teachers and TA's~however, our appreciation does not stop there as they make a life-long impact.
May 6th, 2020~School Nurse Day
"The students from Art 3 and 4 wanted to show our appreciation for our teacher, Ms. La Compte!! We all worked together to get this done! We all appreciate her and everything she’s done for us, now it’s our turn to show her!!" Art 3 student, Kaitlin
Click on the link below to view the Governor's 5 phase plan to re-open Illinois. Currently, our region of Illinois is in phase 2 of this plan. The district will be providing more information as it becomes available. https://5il.co/fz9p
Congrats to these RB ACES Individual Sectional Medalists~Next Stop: State
Congrats to Aidan Hannigan who has accepted a scholarship at the University of Akron to play on their varsity ESports Rocket League team.
RBVB Coaches Introductions @ https://twitter.com/i/status/1258118371683467271
In recognition of the National Physical Education and Sports Week~Keep Moving RB!!!
Charter extends free Spectrum Wi-Fi access for 60 days to households with K-12 &/or college students who do not already have a Spectrum subscription & at any service level up to 100 Mbps. To enroll call 1-844-488-8395. Installation fees will be waived for new student households.
Today (Tuesday, May 5)
Teachers' Day 2020~An appreciation letter from STUCO
May 1-7th: Nat'l PE & Sports Week~ Mr. Wojcik makes an obstacle course for his kids (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jaM7jq7PraM&feature=youtu.be ), Mrs. Hencier's favorite physical activity lately is bike rides w/her kids! PE teachers encourage RB to stay active so students, EMAIL DWright@rbchs.com a photo (past or present) of you being active in your favorite physical activity.
RB ACES places 1st w/a perfect score of 500. With only a couple days of warning, 11 of our team members prepared & tested remotely for the Sectionals. The state competition will be run similarly with the students competing at home. It's a GREAT DAY to be a Rocket!!
Seniors - Cap and Gown Pick up Today, Tuesday May 5
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Last Names A-K)
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Last Names L-R)
7:00 PM- 8:00 PM (Last Names S-Z)
This will be a curbside pick up at the Main Entrance.
Please enter school via Tryon Grove Road. Stay in your car.
Coach Giese Tweet "Shout out to RB Math team who was suppose to battle for a state title in Champaign. They were tied with last year's champion for the highest point total thus far by any school. Just know all your hard work did not go unnoticed and will continue to pay off!!"
May 4th - May 7th: Teacher Appreciation Week~
Tag a RB Teacher to show how much you appreciate them.
Coach Schuerman ~ "The RB Math Team had an excellent chance to come home with a state championship but never got that opportunity. Everything was cancelled. There definitely have been bigger tragedies in life recently which makes this pale in comparison, nonetheless, the abrupt end to the season still stings for the team and their coaches.
On the bright side, the dates for next year have been set: Regional Contest - February 27, 2021; State Finals - May 1, 2021.
I can't wait to start practices. I'd have one tomorrow if they'd let me. So here is a fair warning to next year's team: I'm probably going to be a man on fire. At the risk of spoiling the ending, we will win the state championship. No team is more talented, no team will work harder, and no team will have a better time. Get your rest this summer. It's going to be a fun ride."
Thank you RB staff and students for your "Crazy Hair" photos.
Students: Help RBCHS Yearbook tell your story by checking your email and following @rbchsyearbook on Facebook, and rocket_review on Instagram.
Student Council recognizes all the hard work put in over the last 5 weeks of e-learning with today's tie dye theme. Thank you RB faculty and Staff. .
RB staff joins the fun during Monday's learning with "Bring Your Pet to "Class". Looking forward to seeing tomorrow's Tie Dye Day: Students/Staff ~Send in pictures wearing tie dye clothing in your "at home" learning space to dwright@rbchs.com by 1pm.
Student Council wants to recognize all the hard work put in over the last 5 weeks of e-learning! RB students have fun during Monday's learning with "Bring Your Pet to "Class".
As we enter a season of appreciating our students' accomplishments and the successes of the 2020 school year, please enjoy, remember and celebrate our championship football team.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=si33th_CtqY&t=553s
College Admission Status Updates: By School
See the list: https://www.nacacnet.org/news--publications/newsroom/college-admission-status-coronavirus/
RB football coaches and players continue to inspire each other. Coach Benda tweets "Thanks for the challenge. Keep this going." RB freshman tweets "I hope my teammates are working as much as they can with this time off!! Hope everyone’s staying safe and healthy!" Go Rockets!!!!
Yearbook Recognition Ad Deadline Extended to May 14th. See flyer @ https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/508979/Senior_Ads_SY20_Yearbook.pdf
Join John Baylor tonight @ 7:00 p.m. for a live seminar on the impact of COVID-19 on College Planning. Register Here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5373985532856183568
The Governor of Illinois issues all schools to remain closed for the rest of the year. Click on the link below to see superintendent Dr. Tom Lind's letter regarding this. https://5il.co/f8gf
Activities/Athletic Director Ms. Martin April 14 Spring Sports Tweet: "@RBCHS had spring coaches mtg today on zoom. Message from us: keep up with e-learning & working out hard the best you can. Most important stay safe & healthy! We miss you all. Every day is a gift. Take care of each other and yourselves. #RBTogether" @ https://twitter.com/RBCHS_ROCKETS/status/12502235793226
Attn: Class of 2021 (Juniors) & Class of 2022 (Sophomores) ~Could you be the next leader for L I N K CREW 20-21? Apply @ Online:http://www.surveymonkey.com/r/linkcrew2021
APPLICATION DEADLINE: This Friday, (4/17) by 3PM
RB's s Luke Eckardt chooses NIU; Jacob Petersen picks up offers ~See complete article @ https://www.fridaynightdrive.com/2020/04/04/richmond-burtons-luke-eckardt-chooses-niu-jacob-petersen-picks-up-offers/a23d6mp/ (NWHerald 4/12/20)
OTC: How to Handle a College Admissions Deferral or Wait-list @ https://www.ontocollege.com/college-admissions-deferrals-and-waitlists/
Due to the uncertainty of school schedules and limited copies, we ask that you order your yearbook from home. Please see attached flyer for ordering instructions.
Check out this video of Cooking with Ms. J at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iG-zVx2TF0c&feature=youtu.be
Free Webinar: Helping Children Overcome Toxic Stress and Trauma. Join us for this free webinar on Tuesday, April 7, at 3 p.m. Register here: https://www.prufrock.com/Webinars-Healing-the-Heart.aspx
There are workouts at teambuildr that you can do from your house with little equipment. #stayhealthy #rbtrack"
Good Evening,
Today, March 31,2020, Governor JB Pritzker announced the stay in place order will extend through April 30th. This means schools will remain closed during this period of time. In addition, all scheduled school activities during this time are also canceled.
Reminder to students and parents that our e-learning will begin Monday. Please go to our website for more details. In addition, as we get more information regarding any extension to school closures we will update our website and email you with those details.
AP Exam Updates can be found here: https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/about-ap/news-changes/coronavirus-update
Governor Pritzker has extended school closures through April 7, 2020. E-Learning will begin on 3/30. More information to follow early next week.
3/20 update. All buildings have been deep cleaned and we are ready to implement e-learning days if we should need them. We are currently monitoring the situation and the rapidly changing guidelines. D2 and D157 will be sending an update to all parents this weekend
A wonderful resource to remind us to take care of ourselves and others around us.
Keep up on the latest School Closure Information by going to our COVID-19 page on our website. As of today, we have posted a Q&A from the ISBE covering many topics impacted by the closure of our schools. As we get more information, we will share it with the RB Community.
Social Distancing
ATHLETICS UPDATE: ALL PRACTICES CANCELED DURING SCHOOL CLOSING AND SPRING BREAK. Coaches will communicate practice schedules for today 3/13 and tomorrow 3/14.
ALERT: School Closure Notice:
All D157 and D2 Schools will be closed starting March 16th through March 29th. We will continue to evaluate the situation and act in coordination with state and local health agencies. https://5il.co/dog7
This weekend’s performance of Lucky Stiff will have two performances 3/14 @ 2PM and 7PM. Tickets will NOT be available to the general public. Participants of the musical and pit crew will be given 2 tickets each for family members only.
All Spring sporting events have been postponed starting Monday, March 16, through Saturday, March 28. Practices will still be held during the postponement of events. Updates will be sent regarding any further postponements or cancellations.
COVID-19 Updates can be found here:
https://www.rbchs.com/o/district/page/covid-19-aka-coronavirus--2
2020-21 RBCHS District #157 School Calendar
Third quarter Rocket Code winners! Breanna and Colton! Congratulations!
Congrats to these Rockets: Every one of them had a strong performance and earned a Division I. (Superior) 25-22.0=5
A superior performance~outstanding in nearly every detail.
Tone Quality, balance, head tension, stick choice; Technique rudiments, hand positions, pedaling, dampening, stick/mallet control, intonation; Interpretation dynamics, tempo, accents, style, phrasing, expression, finesse and articulation; Accuracy number of stops, correct rhythm, correct tempo, pitch (tympani); Performance Factors: choice of literature, appropriate appearance, poise, posture, general conduct, mannerisms
Vacancy Notice:
Summer Workers Apply @ https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jkxhM23dIAz8mrfSUU-cAJbiQklJjtu5/view?usp=sharing.
Application Deadline: May 8, 2020
Congrats to the RB Mathletes for winning their 14th consecutive Regional...beating Byron's record of 13 years! Great scores today from everyone nearly sweeping every category. The entire team qualifies for ICTM State in May!
Congrats to these RB Wrestling State Qualifiers: Dalton & Brock Wood ~
Come out tonight at celebrate our SENIORS on the Boys Basketball team as they take on Woodstock Blue Streaks! Varsity game: 7pm (FR & JV: 5:45PM)
GOOD LUCK to @relentlessrb at Sectionals this weekend: Anthony Herrera, Austin Mazur, Dalton Wood & Brock Wood with alternates Connor Lucas & Nate Komar!
Mark Your Calendar: Tues., (2/18)~HOME EVENT: BBB Fr/So BBB @ 5:45p; Varsity Cheer Special Routine (w/fellow students), Pep Band Performance, V BBB @ 7p, FB Program Ring Ceremony during V BBB ½ time.
Have a great 4 day weekend RB Rockets!!!
Those interested in participating in Sunday's (2/16) Polar Plunge may register/donate @ https://soill.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.team&teamID=11024
GOOD LUCK tonight to our Girls Basketball team as they take on Rockford Christian in Regional action! game is at 7:30 PM hosted by Genoa-Kingston, IHSA $5 entry fee. LET'S GO LADIES!
Want to embarrass a friend? Want to convey your feelings to that special someone? Buy a Vocal Valentine! Details are included in the image attached!
RB's February Newsletter is available @ https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zGhaTJGO9oH6jWvfzWbuxfppJ_sqlxQD/view?usp=sharing
Congrats RB Aces: Regional Champs scoring 495.5 out of 500 points. An additional congrats to the following students.
Tyler Fossum: 3rd in Biology, 1st in Chemistry,
Nick Porter: 2nd in Biology,
Manas Trivedi: 1st in Computer Science, 1st in Math
Simran Patel: 2nd in Engineering Graphics
Roger Hickey: 1st in Engineering Graphics
Danny Sullivan: 3rd in English
RB HELP WANTED IN FOOD SERVICES~News release available @ https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xxlW9jKosBm6TIB9PR5XEo1Gxk3_CLzR/view?usp=sharing; Application available @ https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/451716/ARBOR__APPLICATION_2_.pdf
Schedule change in Girls & Boys Basketball games tomorrow @ Johnsburg:
5PM Girls Freshman & 5PM Girls Junior Varsity
6:30PM Boys Freshman & 6:30PM Boys Junior Varsity
GO ROCKETS!
In recognition of the National 2020 "School Counselors: Helping Build Better Humans," focus on the unique contribution of school counselors within U.S. school systems we thank our school counselors Ms. Botts & Ms. Canavan.
Congrats RB Math Team: Kishwaukee River Conference Champions!!!!
Congratulations Cassie, Ethan & Tyler ~
These students learned a lot and had a great performance at the McHenry County Honor Band Festival this past Saturday. They had a great time working with Dr. Andrew Boysen from the University of New Hampshire as well as debut his comissioned work "Promethius".
CONGRATULATIONS to RB CHEER for placing SECOND in Conference on Tuesday! WAY TO GO LADIES!
RB students, Sandra and Bailey, working in our Cosmetology program at the Tech Campus in Lake County. A great program that allows students to leave high school with their Illinois cosmetology license.
Vacancy Notice ~ Assistant Girls Track & Field Coach~ See image for more information.
Class of 2020 Students and Parents~Senior Tribute submission deadline extended to January 31st. Recognition Ads due April 1st. See your email for more information.
Vacancy Notice: Head Varsity Volleyball Coach ~See image for more information.
Attn: Class of 2020~Senior Tribute baby & friend photo submissions due tomorrow (Fri., 1/10). Email submission to seniortribute@rbchs.com
Congrats to our Class of 2020 early graduates.
Congrats #2 Peyton Bannon on a new RBCHS single-game scoring record of 40 points!!! So proud of you!!!
Pick up your state football championship wear now at RB. Pick up ends at 7:30
Congratulations Colton Bowerman, Lee McGowan, Simran Patel (not pictured) and Jacobe Abate (not pictured) on being the 2nd Quarter Rocket Code Winner!
If you ordered the official state championship football apparel - the order is in! Pick-up is Friday, December 20 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Athletic Entrance of R-B.
"Wednesday, (12/18) There will NOT be a late start as first semester final exams start. First hour exam begins at 7:55a.
Superintendent Dr. Tom Lind and Curriculum Director Belinda Veillon presented at the National Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence conference on December 14th. The presentation was based on a study that examined principal leadership behaviors and there association with teacher motivation and job satisfaction. #D157Pride
Congratulations to Coach Noll on being named Chicago Bears H.S .Coach of the year.
District 157's December Board of Education meeting will be held tonight at 7:30 in the District Administration Center. It is located at 4213 US HWY 12, Richmond, IL 60071
Order your official RBCHS State Football Championship Apparel! Visit https://richmond-burton-state-fb-champs.itemorder.com/ to get your apparel today. Orders must be in by Monday, December 9.
Rocket State Championship parade! Starting at 2 pm on Sunday, December 1. The parade will start at NMS, travel north on Route 12 to Broadway, then go west to Richmond Grade school. At 3 pm join us at RBs gym for an assembly. For parade parking use municipal, side street or RGS. GO ROCKETS!!!
Congratulations to the Richmond-Burton Football Team for bringing home the State Championship.!!
@RBCHS is selling tickets for $12 throughout the day MONDAY & TUESDAY from 8am-4pm for the @RBHS_Football State Championship Game this Friday at NIU. Kick off is set for 7pm. Tickets may be purchased in the Front Office.
Congratulations Eleni Gewalt on placing fifth at state in the 100 yard breaststroke! R-B is so proud of you!!!
Girls Varsity Basketball wins their season home opener over the North Boone Vikings 44-30! Great game girls! GO ROCKETS!
Musical Auditions are Monday December 2nd from 3-6pm. You will need to sing, act, and dance for the audition. Information about the audition process will be available at the workshop on the 25th of November or from Mrs. Tumminello or Ms. Kane on the 26th.
Anyone who is considering auditioning for the spring musical, "Lucky Stiff", should plan to attend the Audition Workshop on Monday November 25 from 3-5pm. We will go through the singing and acting portions of the audition as well as learn a short dance to be done at auditions.
If you cannot attend this workshop, please see Ms. Kane or Mrs. Tumminello on Tuesday the 26th to pick up the information and prepare for the auditions. There is only one day of the workshop.
IHSA Semi-final football game will take place in Coal City on Saturday, 11/23, at 2:00 p.m. GO ROCKETS!
RB beats IC to move on to the IHSA 4A semifinal game next Saturday against Coal City. Watch for more information regarding game time to be posted soon.
Congratulation Eleni Gewalt on qualifying for state in the 100 yard breaststroke!!! R-B is so proud of you!!! Good luck at state!!
Today is national school board member appreciation day. A big thank you to all the hard work the D157 Board members do on behalf of our students, staff, and community! Good things are happening at RB everyday!
November 21, all day, Panera in McHenry will be giving a portion of qualified sales to RB to help with the cost of the Spain & France Trip. Spread the word to your family and friends. Gracias & Merci for your support!
What are you thankful for?Show your friends that you are thankful for them by sending them a gobble gram! Student council will be selling gobble grams before school in the main entrance Monday, November 18 to Wednesday, November 20. They will be delivered on Friday the 22nd. Cost is 50 cents for one or 3 for a dollar.
Girls Basketball Fundraiser-2019 RB Rocket Wreath Sale
The fundraiser closes on Nov. 18th and wreath delivery will be on Nov. 30th.
Order here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2019-rb-rocket-wreath-sale-tickets-81969640401
Support Our GBB Lady Rockets ~Purchase apparel @
https://www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/RBHSGBB19
Store Open Now thru Fri., (11/16)
R-B says “Thank you” to all our Vets and Mrs. Alleman for a great Veterans Day celebration.
COLLEGE INFO:
Juniors and Seniors - an admissions counselor from the University of Alabama will be here at RB on Thursday, 11/21 during 7th hour. Sign up in the Student Services office if you'd like to attend.
Recapping Fall Seasons:
Girls Golf: Alaina Robinson & Boys Golf: Connor L'Esperance represented at Sectionals!
Boys Soccer: Make RB history with a Super Sectional game! Cross Country Girls Team & Ethan Luedke ran at Sectionals! So much to be proud of! GO ROCKETS! Congrats!
Sectional XC boys is ready to start. GO ETHAN!!!!
Good luck Rockets!!!!
Congratulations to our Varsity Football Team on their perfect 9-0 season! Here's the pic after win 9! GOOD LUCK SATURDAY!
Attention all students who will be 16 years old before June 1, 2020: Scot Forge is looking for interns to work at their business. These are paid positions by the Scot Forge Company. They are looking for high school students who want to stay and work within the Scot Forge Company. There will be an informational session on Friday, 11/15/2019 at 11:30 am. In order to attend the informational session, you MUST sign up in the Student Services office by Thurs., 11/14/2019. See your counselor for details.
The D157 BOE busy collaborating and working on developing Board goals. Planning today for tomorrow's students. #157Leads
This Week's (10/28-11/1) Red Ribbon Dress-Up Days
Mon: Wear Red
Tues:Team up against drugs/Wear favorite sports apparel
Wed: Be a hero & don't do drugs/Wear superhero apparel
Thurs:Scare drugs away~Wear orange for halloween
Fri: Your future is bright w/o drugs~Wear neon colors
Due Today: Playoff football attire orders: Purchase @ https://richmondburtonstatefb.itemorder.com/sale
RB football team finishes the season 9-0 with a 34-14 win over Quincy Nortre Dame. Good luck in the post season!
RB wins soccer sectional 1-0! Let's keep going all the way. Congratulations on the win!
RB Wins!
Rockets Soccer win Sectionals!!!!! Awesome 1 to 0 win over Schaumburg Christian!!! GO ROCKETS!!!
It's Friday and our Football team goes for a perfect season tonight while our boys soccer team looks to win its first sectional title! Get out and support our RB student athletes #157Pride
Great RB Soccer win over Indian Creek. Rockets win 2 to 0!!!! On to the Sectional championship!!! GO ROCKETS
Big thanks NHS for a great food drive. Items will be delivered this morning!
RB Soccer wins Regionals!!!!! Great 2 to 0 win over Rockford Christian! On to Sectionals!!! GO ROCKETS!
Great Rocket win 37 to 14 over Johnsburg!!! Congratulation!!!
Congratulations to Alanna, Taylor and Kyle on first quarter Rocket Code winner!!!
GOOD LUCK to our Junior Varsity Volleyball Squad as they compete at the Jacobs Invitational tomorrow, 10/19 9AM! GO ROCKETS! #D157Pride
@RBCHS_XC GOOD LUCK to all our runners tomorrow at the KRC Conference Meet! RUN HARD & FAST! @ Emricson Park 8:50AM starts the races. #D157Pride
GOOD LUCK to our Boys Soccer team as they take on Rockford Christian in 2nd Round Regional @ Rockford Christian 10/19 10AM. GO ROCKETS! #goal #D157Pride
Good Luck to the 7-0 RB football team team tonight as they take on rival Johnsburg at Johnsburg tonight!
The Board of Education will hold its monthly meeting on October 16, 2019 at 7:30 in the district administration center. It is located at 4213 US Hwy 12, Richmond, IL 60071.
The RB Band Places 1st at the Robert Morris Competition including Best Music award! No one does it better than The RB Marching Band. Thank you to the staff and students of the music department that made this possible. @DrTomLind #157Leads
Good luck ladies at the #girlsgolf regionals today. RB is proud of all your hard work and accomplishments. #D157Pride @DrTomLind
Enjoyed meeting with the Richmond Spring Grove Fox Lake Chamber of Commerce today. D157 looks forward to working with the chamber to build business/school relationships for the benefit of our students! #STEAM #157Leads @RBCHS
The Board of Education Curriculum Committee will meet on October 16, 2019 at 6:00 pm in the District Administrative Center.
October 10~~LG Mod Pizza (10:30a-9p) RB Publications Fundraiser .Feel free to RSVP (not required) @
https://www.groupraise.com/events/108735-rb-publications-at-mod-pizza
RB Booster Club Webstore: Order RB Spiritwear here. https://squareup.com/store/RB-Booster-Club-Spirit-Wear
Congratulations to the girls volleyball team on their victory over Johnsburg last night!