College is now the second largest purchase most families make after their home. Applying and getting into “right-fit” colleges has become ever more difficult after Covid and the test-optional landscape. These factors increase students' challenges in getting into the schools they want. TrustBank is conscientious to the ever-changing economic climate and desires to address the concerns of our clientele in regards to higher education.
We have arranged for an in-person event, with optional Zoom link, on February 15th at 6:30pm at the RCHS Theater. We recommend registering ahead of time to allow the submission of specific questions. Click here to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYude-gqD8qH91F0Ui4kMpVcaovZ9ssLNd1
Once registered, you will receive a Zoom link via email. If possible, though, we ask that you attend in person as members of the TrustBank Wealth Management Team and an IECC representative will be available to answer additional questions afterwards, for those who are in person.
Come learn from a subject-matter expert, Heidi King with College Inside Track, who speaks nationwide on the college process, about this exciting, but sometimes stressful milestone event to greatly enhance your understanding, reduce anxiety, and give you savvy tips and actionable strategies to position your child for success. This webinar will cover current trends (college admission, acceptance, and cost to attend), myths about financial aid, and the 2023 FAFSA changes that will affect many families, and ultimately help guide parents/guardians toward a more strategic college search. We are finding that our families with high school students now have more questions about the college process than ever before because so much has changed so quickly! There will be valuable take-aways for students in high school, but it is geared mainly towards upperclassmen.
We hope to see you on February 15th! If you have any questions before then, please feel free to reach out to Gina Kocher at 618.429.9226.
There is still time to complete the culture and climate survey for your student at the high school. We greatly appreciate your help.
https://eprovesurveys.advanc-ed.org/surveys/#/action/209336/p2024
If you need an idea for supper this evening, please support RCHS Post Prom by going to Monical's tonight! You can print this flyer or they will be available at Monical's. The RCHS Post Prom will receive a donation equal to 20% of your total.
🔌GET PLUGGED IN 🔌 See below for the RCHS Weekly bulletin for February 6-12, 2023. Check out Schoology for mid-week updates
The RCHS Stripe of the Month for January was Positive Attitude. The students at RCHS will display a POSITIVE ATTITUDE in and out of the classroom, and on and off the field, court, pitch, diamond, etc. A shout out to First National Bank for sponsoring our STRIPES shirts.
(left to right)
Front Row: Cianna Wright, Jack Williams, Reese Lathrop, Cali Wingert, Tea Cline, Summer Downen, Selena Fuentes, Braylee Doan, Miles Coats, Andrew Smith
Middle: Maggie Higgason, Bailey Snyder, Carly Houchin, Trinity Hoskins, Karlee Piercefield, Briley Kocher, Alyssa Michels, Olyvia Waltz, Cheyenne Hubbell, Dakota Anderson-Krome, Cade Erwin
Back Row: Ethan Zuber, Aiden Gomez, Evan Irvin, Cameron White, Giuseppe Trupiano, Owen Kocher, James Daniel, Jashun McKinley, Larissa Spitz, Alex Nealis, Tristan Mitchell, Aidan McDowell, Evelyn Bogard, Rylan Hancock
Not pictured: Darby Bissey, Chloe Armstrong, Ben Spitzner, Athena Spieth, and Claire Vaal
Bowling for the Kids 2023 is needing bowlers on Saturday, February 25th and Sunday, February 26th. Five-member teams needed to support the Mentor Richland County program. See the flyer provided or the Mentor Richland County Facebook page.
🔌GET PLUGGED IN 🔌 See below for the RCHS Weekly bulletin for January 30-February 5, 2023. Check out Schoology for mid-week updates.
Good evening RCHS parents, guardians, and friends. Please take some time to complete the culture and climate survey. We value your opinion!
https://eprovesurveys.advanc-ed.org/surveys/#/action/209336/p2024
The RCHS Student Council is hosting the Winter Dance on February 17th from 8 to 10 p.m. in the Auxiliary Gym. $5 admission at the door for the semi-formal event.
🔌GET PLUGGED IN 🔌 See below for the RCHS Weekly bulletin for January 23-29, 2023. Check out Schoology for mid-week updates
Due to pending weather we have some changes for tomorrow night's LIC tournament (Tuesday, January 24th). Games have been moved up 1 hour and flip-flopped. Therefore, Casey-Westfield/Newton will start at 5pm and Olney/Lawrenceville will begin at 6:30.
🔌GET PLUGGED IN 🔌 See below for the RCHS Weekly bulletin for January 16-22, 2023. Check out Schoology for mid-week updates.
Freshman Orientation will be tonight, Wednesday, January 11, 2023. RCHS Administration and Student Services will host three informational sessions in the Richland County Performing Arts Center (RCPAC). The sessions will take place at the following times:
5:30 - 6:00 (Students with last names A-I)
6:00 - 6:30 (Students with last names J-R)
6:30 - 7:00 (Students with last names S-Z)
All incoming freshmen will receive a folder of information regarding registration for the 2023-24 school year. Students and their parents/guardians will have the opportunity to explore the building and ask questions.
JOIN US FOR DINNER! The Olney FFA Chapter will serve dinner from 5 to 8 p.m.
• TOMORROW WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11 •
Freshman Orientation Night will be held Wednesday, January 11 in the Richland County High School Performing Arts Center.
The schedule per last name for the evening is as follows:
Letters A - I • 5:30 - 6:00 pm
Letters J - R • 6:00 - 6:30 pm
Letters S - Z • 6:30 - 7:00 pm
If you are unable to make your allotted time frame, please attend another session.
🔌GET PLUGGED IN 🔌 See below for the RCHS Weekly bulletin for January 9-15, 2023. Check out Schoology for mid-week updates.
TSgt Alexander and the Air Force put on an amazing event at Richland County High School in Olney last month! The Air Force event, “Born to Fly”, let the students experience an F35 flight simulator.
Freshman Orientation Night will be held Wednesday, January 11 in the Richland County High School Performing Arts Center.
The schedule per last name for the evening is as follows:
Letters A - I • 5:30 - 6:00 pm
Letters J - R • 6:00 - 6:30 pm
Letters S - Z • 6:30 - 7:00 pm
If you are unable to make your allotted time frame, please attend another session.
🔌GET PLUGGED IN 🔌 See below for the RCHS Weekly bulletin for January 2-8, 2023. Check out Schoology for mid-week updates
Happy 2023 from RCHS! Classes will resume tomorrow, Tuesday, January 3rd. Please remind your students to charge their Chromebooks today so they are ready for tomorrow.
Check out the link below for the Mattoon Holiday Tournament on December 27-29th. Cheer on our Olney Tigers Girls Basketball team while you're cozy at home.
https://www.youtube.com/@MHSGreenwaveTV/streams