JAMES S. RICKARDS HIGH SCHOOL LISTSERV Week of 8/22/2022 posted 8/19/2022 [cid:image003.jpg@01CE99D2.F0E674E0] Mr. Douglas Cook Principal Students are now able to access their class schedules in FOCUS. It is important that you are able to access your FOCUS account. If you have forgotten your password, your username, or simply cannot log into FOCUS through the Classlink icon on the District website or the JSRHS website, please email your counselor at [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> or call the school. Students must be able to access their FOCUS account. We are working around the clock to provide the safest learning environment possible for our students, teachers and staff. There is a lot of information that can be found on our school's website. Stay informed with what happening at Rickards High School. If you have not done so already, please take a few minutes to sign up for our weekly listserv by visiting [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> . If you have additional questions, please contact the school 850-414-5500. [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> Dr. Deborah Barnes Assistant Principal for Curriculum Students and parents should be able to view academic information in FOCUS now. Please note, due to limited space and class capacity, schedule changes will not be honored. Parents and students, there will be future changes that are inevitable, as a result of test scores and student's required courses needed for graduation. Therefore, your child's schedule may change to ensure academic success. All schedules are reviewed by the student's counselor, for accuracy and approval. Parents, guardians, and students, please be assured, we are working endlessly to review for consideration, every student's course request and/or correction form that was submitted prior to the deadline. In the meantime, if you have any questions, please contact your child's Guidance Counselor. We truly appreciate your patience, cooperation, and understanding as we continue to strive for academic excellence at Rickards High School. Welcome to our 2022-23 School year. [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> Mr. Chris Cowart Assistant Principal for Facilities and Attendance Chromebook distribution began this week and will continue next week. Please remind your students to charge their Chromebook in the evening and bring it to school EVERY morning. [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> Mr. Sam Striplin Assistant Principal for Discipline Mr. Andrew Thomas Dean of Students Greetings, James S. Rickards discipline plan is now active. Please review the RHS Student Code of Conduct posted on the school website. You may also access the Student Code of Conduct using the following link: https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fwww.leonschools.net%2fcms%2flib%2fFL01903265%2fCentricity%2fDomain%2f5825%2fJSRHS%20Student%20Code%20of%20Conduct%20Handbook%2022-23.pdf&c=E,1,ITpc6h_6fnyXFfZT3V-3k_HXn4Y_tYu_JQQNhxn45tPxPH6q87FDIMTZdit_gBM_NKC9E7Cr3nUG3-jStOpkz2WucjkIQWeiHSi1-7l95eOMf1Ctv_llTVTGkQ,,&typo=1<https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.leonschools.net%2Fcms%2Flib%2FFL01903265%2FCentricity%2FDomain%2F5825%2FJSRHS%2520Student%2520Code%2520of%2520Conduct%2520Handbook%252022-23.pdf&data=05%7C01%7C%7Cd4e6ffe9d04b4539e2c808da81834f74%7C69292adba72a4537aa24d67a6f5642bc%7C0%7C0%7C637964698247569077%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Bs6TA15GuW2UUIIXkLCUFpFPfPwV3%2FU79RIW9o%2BdGd4%3D&reserved=0> If there are any questions regarding student affairs, please contact AP Striplin or Dean Thomas. [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> ([log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>). Ms. Terraca Jones Guidance Chair Welcome back to our returning students and welcome to our incoming ninth graders. Each student at James S. Rickards High School is assigned a specific counselor. Our counselor assignments are listed below. Feel free to email any questions/concerns, we are here to ensure that students meet high school graduation requirements and provide support for the future. To schedule a conference please contact Ms. Fishburn at 850-414-5500 or via email at [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>. The scheduling of conferences will begin the week of August 22nd. Last name: A - E Ms. A. Bradley [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> Last name: F - L Ms. T. Jones [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> Last name: M-R Dr. K. King [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> Last name: S-Z Ms. M. Davis [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> Dr. Joe Williams International Baccalaureate Program To All IB Parents and Guardians: Welcome back to the 2022-2023 school year! We all look forward to another successful year and welcome your cooperation and participation as we strive to continue and build upon the achievements of our IB Program. Two-thirds of or IB Administrative Team is brand new this year, but our offices are still in the main administration building. We welcome Mrs. Melissa Cooper and Mrs. Victoria Williams to our IB Administrative Team! Both are experienced Rickards educators, and we are excited about the valuable experience and skills they bring to our IB Program. Here are our phone numbers and email addresses where you can reach us: Dr. Joe Williams, IB Coordinator (850-414-5036) [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> Mrs. Melissa Cooper, AP Coordinator and Assistant IB Coordinator (850-414-5005) [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> Mrs. Victoria Williams, IB Academic Dean (850-414-5597) [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> May 2022 IB Exam Session Highlights: Our 2021-2022 IB seniors and juniors did very well this past year in their overall IB Exam results. 38 out of 56 (68%) of our IB Diploma Candidates (Class of 2022 IB Diploma Program Seniors) earned an IB Diploma. Our overall IB Exam pass rate (4 or higher out of a possible 7) for all 135 students who took IB Exams was even better, at 78%. Additionally, one of our Class of 2022 IB Graduates scored 44 out of a possible 45 points on his IB Exams - the highest individual point total for a Rickards IB graduate! 2022 IB Diplomas and Transcripts are in: The 2022 IB Diplomas and IB Transcripts just arrived from Cardiff, Wales, UK yesterday. 2022 IB graduates or their parents can pick them up from Dr. Williams in the front office at Rickards. Please email or call ahead so Dr. Williams can leave your IB Diploma and/or IB Transcript at the front office for you, in case he is not available when you come to campus. Mrs. Jacqueline Goodman Testing Coordinator Testing Announcement Tuesday, October 25th PSAT Day at James S. Rickards High School The PSAT/NMSQT (or National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) is a preliminary version of the SAT. Not only does the PSAT help prepare students to take the SAT or ACT, a great score on the PSAT can also open the door to National Merit Scholarships and other awards. The PSAT will be administered to all 10th-grade students free of charge. 9th, 11th grade, and non-Rickards students wanting to take the PSAT may register to take the exam. The cost of the exam is $18.00. Registration and payment for the exam can be completed through our e-funds system. 10th grade students are automatically registered for this test. Registration is September 1 thru September 30. Study packets for sophomores will be distributed in their English class. Study packets for other students may be picked up in the main office. Students are to bring # 2 pencils and an approved calculator (listed in practice book). [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> Dr. Hall Science Department Students across science courses have been focusing on Lab Safety and Classroom Policies this past week. Many science classes have sent home paperwork, including Lab Safety Contracts and Cell Phone Policy Contracts, for parents to sign and be returned to the teacher. Please check with your students if you have not received any paperwork for their science class. Also, some science classes require a lab fee. That fee can be paid online or to the teacher. If the teacher has a lab fee that would have been conveyed in their syllabus. If you would like to make an additional donation to a science classroom, we are always in need of facial tissue and paper towels. We look forward to a safe and productive year on Science Island! [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> Ms. Eckerle Social Studies Department This week we have administered benchmark pretests for our subject areas so we can cater our lessons to our students' needs. During this first full week of school students have already begun learning about a variety of things including the Roman Empire, psychological research methods, and the founding of the New World! [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> RHS News [National Honor Society / About NHS] NHS Members and Parents, Please be advised that the Rickards National Honor Society does not mail out any information asking for dues. It has come to our attention that there is another organization mailing information asking for dues, but this is not for our organization. Please be mindful as dues are only collected in two ways: in person or online via E-funds. If paying in person members need to see Mrs. Dobbs during lunch Monday-Wednesday. If paying online members are expected to email their receipt to [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>. As a reminder, the National Honor Society is for inducted Juniors and Seniors. Applications for nonmembers who meet qualifications will open in the Spring. Ms. Dobbs, Sponsor [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> [AVID / About AVID] Please see the attached AVID welcome letter! Mr. Hankerson AVID Coordinator [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> [Class of 2023 Results: Prepare to Be Amazed - Top Tier Admissions] Please see the attached Senior Calendar of Events and Senior Financial Planning Guide. Ms. Satchell Senior Sponsor [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> [Student Government Association | QVCC] Any FRESHMEN interested in running for SGA officer or royal court, should come get an election packet from Mrs. Madden in room 23-112. Any student who is interested in participating in SGA as a student body representative - there will be an open meeting next Wednesday, August 24th during lunch in room 23-112. Our main topic will be making plans for this year's Homecoming! We'll be starting no later than 11:20. Mrs. Madden SGA Co-Sponsor [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> Canvas Information Parent Access Canvas [cid:image002.png@01D8ACCF.B472CDA0] [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> Dates to Remember Leon County's College Fair - Monday, August 22 - 5:00-7:00 PM - TCC Eagledome School Advisory Council Meeting - Tuesday, August 30, 2022 - Media Center - 6:00 p.m. Annual Title 1 Meeting/Open House - Monday, September 19, 2022 - 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> ________________________________ *SUNSHINE LAW AND PUBLIC RECORDS CAUTION: Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School Board of Leon County, Florida Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the LCSB system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law. 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