RCHS senior Brad Muentener constructed this guitar in his dual credit Shielded Metal Arc Welding class at OCC. Great work Brad!
12 months ago, Bethany Goodrum
RCHS senior Brad Muentener constructed this guitar in his dual credit Shielded Metal Arc Welding class at OCC. Great work Brad!
SRO Ameter, with the assistance of outside organizations, will be presenting a Mock Car Crash to RCHS students tomorrow - Friday, May 3 (weather permitting). If parents wish for their child not to participate, opt-out forms will be available in the high school main office.
12 months ago, Bethany Goodrum
SRO Ameter, with the assistance of outside organizations, will be presenting a Mock Car Crash to RCHS students tomorrow - Friday, May 3 (weather permitting). If parents wish for their child not to participate, opt-out forms will be available in the high school main office.
The Lady Tigers competed in the LIC meet in Newton on Wednesday. The girls finished 3rd overall. Robinson was 1st. Newton was 2nd. Results are as follows: 4 x 100 M Relay, 1st place, Elizabeth Bahl, Kennedy Travis, Brielle Seiler, Hadley Denton Brielle Seiler, 1st place, 100 M Hurdles, 17.049 School Record!; 1st place 300 M Hurdles, 47.17 School Record! Mackenzi Thomas, 2nd place, 800 M run, PR, 1600 M Run, 3rd place Jillian Bettis, 2nd place, discus, PR Hadley Denton, 3rd place 100 M Dash, 5th place 200 M Dash Lily Stevens, 3rd place 400 M Dash PR, 4th place PR 200 M Dash, 6th place 100 M Dash Josie Ginder, 3rd place 3200 M Run, 5th place 1600 M Run Karlee Piercefield, 4th place 3200 M Run Briley Kocher, 800 M Run PR, 4th place Miranda Dowty, 100 M Hurdles, 6th place 4 x 200 M Relay, 3rd place, Elizabeth Bahl, Kennedy Travis, Natalie Zwilling, Hadley Denton 4 x 800 M Relay, 3rd place, Carly Houchin, Maddie Piercefield, Mckenna Snider, Briley Kocher 4 x 400 M Relay, 4th place, Kennedy Travis, Brielle Seiler, Briley Kocher, Mackenzi Thomas The Lady Tigers will compete at the IHSA Class 2A Sectional in Charleston next Wednesday, May 8th, at Charleston High School.
12 months ago, Bethany Goodrum
The Lady Tigers competed in the LIC meet in Newton on Wednesday. The girls finished 3rd overall. Robinson was 1st. Newton was 2nd.
May 1 is School Principals' Day! We would like to thank principal Mr. Houchin and assistant principal Mr. Rusk for all their hard work, time, and dedication to the students, faculty, and staff of RCHS.
12 months ago, Bethany Goodrum
May 1 is School Principals' Day! We would like to thank principal Mr. Houchin and assistant principal Mr. Rusk for all their hard work, time, and dedication to the students, faculty, and staff of RCHS.
Richland County High School will hold its graduation ceremony on Sunday, May 19. The ceremony will begin at 3:00pm in Ron Herrin Gymnasium. Students will receive four tickets for family and friends when they pick up their cap and gown. Lower level seating will require a ticket but the upper decks are open seating. Handicap seating will be available on the floor as well. Please contact the high school office if you have any questions.
12 months ago, Bethany Goodrum
Richland County High School will hold it's graduation ceremony on Sunday, May 19. The ceremony will begin at 3:00pm in Ron Herrin Gymnasium. Students will receive four tickets for family and friends. Lower level seating will require a ticket but the upper decks are open seating. Handicap seating will be available on the floor as well. Please contact the high school office if you have any questions.
In regard to the Mock Car Crash on Friday, May 3: If a parent chooses to not let their child participate in the viewing, the following waiver may be completed and returned to the main office at the high school. Waivers are available for pickup in the main office or may be printed off.
12 months ago, Bethany Goodrum
In regard to the Mock Car Crash on Friday, May 3: If a parent chooses to not let their child participate in the viewing, the following waiver may be completed and returned to the main office at the high school. Waivers are available for pickup in the main office or may be printed off.
This week's PR Club Staff of the Week is Mr. Steber from the Agricultural Department!
12 months ago, Bethany Goodrum
This week's PR Club Staff of the Week is Mr. Steber from the Agricultural Department!
Lady Tiger Track at the Newton Invite today - Monday, April 29 - has been cancelled due to the weather.
12 months ago, Bethany Goodrum
Lady Tiger Track at the Newton Invite today - Monday, April 29 - has been cancelled due to the weather.
SRO Ameter, with the assistance of outside organizations, will be presenting a Mock Car Crash to RCHS students on Friday, May 3 (weather permitting). Members of Olney Police & Fire Departments, Richland County Sheriff's Office, Illinois State Police, EMS, and helicopter services will show the dangers and results of drunk driving. Additionally, Mrs. VanDyke will be discussing GDLs (graduated driver's license) and what that means for students. If parents wish for their child not to participate, opt-out forms will be available in the high school main office.
12 months ago, Bethany Goodrum
SRO Ameter, with the assistance of outside organizations, will be presenting a Mock Car Crash to RCHS students on Friday, May 3 (weather permitting). Members of Olney Police & Fire Departments, Richland County Sheriff's Office, Illinois State Police, EMS, and helicopter services will show the dangers and results of drunk driving. Additionally, Mrs. VanDyke will be discussing GDLs (graduated driver's license) and what that means for students. If parents wish for their child not to participate, opt-out forms will be available in the high school main office.
Tiger JV Baseball at Charleston today - Monday, April 29 - has been cancelled due to the weather. Check back for rescheduling updates.
12 months ago, Bethany Goodrum
Tiger JV Baseball at Charleston today - Monday, April 29 - has been cancelled due to weather. Check back for rescheduling updates.
Today - Monday, April 29 - we have the following cancellations: • Tiger JV Track at Robinson - Rescheduled for Thursday, May 2nd • Lady Tiger JV/Varsity Softball at Marshall - Rescheduled for Thursday, May 2nd • Tiger Varsity Baseball at Marshall - Rescheduled for Tuesday, May 7th With these changes, this means that Lady Tiger Softball at North Knox on Thursday, May 2 has been cancelled, as well as Tiger Baseball at Harrisburg on May 7. Please check back for more updates.
12 months ago, Bethany Goodrum
Today - Monday, April 29 - we have the following cancellations: • Tiger JV Track @ Robinson - Rescheduled for Thursday, May 2nd • Lady Tiger JV/Varsity Softball @ Marshall - Rescheduled for Thursday, May 2nd • Tiger Varsity Baseball @ Marshall - Rescheduled for Tuesday, May 7th Please check back for more updates.
With the exception of Friday due to prom, OTN has lots of events on the road this week. They do offer fans a few opportunities to catch some home matchups. Please check back often for scheduling changes.
12 months ago, Bethany Goodrum
With the exception of Friday due to prom, OTN has lots of events on the road this week. They do offer fans a few opportunities to catch some home matchups. Please check back often for scheduling changes.
GRIT Award winners for 4/23 - 4/29 are: Carter Blank - Boys Track, Gavyn Cothern - Boys Track, Aiden McDowell - Bass Fishing, Aaron Klingler - Boys Tennis, Emma Bower - Girls Soccer, Nora Stevens - Softball, and Karlee Piercefield - Girls Track. The GRIT Award is awarded to an athlete that demonstrates hustle, teamwork, and dedication. This award isn't necessarily always the highest scorer or top performer, but one that shows drive and passion to make the team better!
12 months ago, Bethany Goodrum
GRIT Award winners for 4/23 - 4/29 are: Carter Blank - Boys Track, Gavyn Cothern - Boys Track, Aiden McDowell - Bass Fishing, Aaron Klingler - Boys Tennis, Emma Bower - Girls Soccer, Nora Stevens - Softball, and Karlee Piercefield - Girls Track. The GRIT Award is awarded to an athlete that demonstrates hustle, teamwork, and dedication. This award isn't necessarily always the highest scorer or top performer, but one that shows drive and passion to make the team better!
RCHS seniors James Benton, Dakota Melchi, Athena Spieth, and Sydney Zuber are recipients of OCC Theater Scholarships! Each will receive a full tuition waiver. These students have been great assets to RCHS's Theater Department over the years both on stage and behind-the-scenes. Congratulations from your OTN family!
12 months ago, Bethany Goodrum
James Benton OCC Theater Scholarship recipient
Dakota Melchi OCC Theater Scholarship recipient
Athena Spieth OCC Theater Scholarship recipient
Sydney Zuber OCC Theater Scholarship recipient
On Friday, the RCHS Student Council hosted Freshman Orientation for RCMS and St. Joe 8th graders. The soon-to-be freshmen started their morning with introductions from administrators, Student Services staff, and Student Council members. Then they took tours of the building, learned about One Tiger Nation, and heard from current students about how to be successful and make the most out of their time in high school. We look forward to welcoming the Class of 2028 in August!
12 months ago, Bethany Goodrum
RCHS Student Council presenting to incoming freshmen
AD Mrs. VanDyke gifted the SESE class these great Richland County Tigers shirts and the class wore them today. The SESE class has had a great week while engaging with RCHS students as the school celebrated Disability Awareness Week!
12 months ago, Bethany Goodrum
AD Mrs. VanDyke gifted the SESE class these great Richland County Tigers shirts and the class wore them today. The SESE class has had a great week while engaging with RCHS students as the school celebrated Disability Awareness Week!
Lady Tiger Softball's tournament tomorrow at Alton has been cancelled due to the rain all day today and looking ahead at the extended forecast. There is no makeup for this tournament.
12 months ago, Bethany Goodrum
Lady Tiger Softball's tournament tomorrow at Alton has been cancelled due to the rain all day today and looking ahead at the extended forecast. There is no makeup for this tournament.
Due to the tournament being restructured because of the incoming weather, Tiger Tennis will not be competing at the Belleville Invite on Friday, April 26 or Saturday, April 27.
12 months ago, Bethany Goodrum
Due to the tournament being restructured because of the incoming weather, Tiger Tennis will not be competing at the Belleville Invite on Friday, April 26 or Saturday, April 27.
To the ones that keep the wheels turning at RCHS, Happy Administrative Professionals Day!
12 months ago, Bethany Goodrum
To the ones that keep the wheels turning in RCHS, Happy Administrative Professionals Day!
Lady Tiger Track competed in Herrin on Tuesday, April 23. Lady Tiger Track placed 5th out of 12 teams. Individual results were as follows: Mackenzi Thomas - 1st place 1600 M Run (PR) Brielle Seiler - 2nd place 100 M Hurdles, 3rd place 300 M Hurdles Lily Stevens - 3rd place 400 M Dash (PR) Karlee Piercefield - 3rd place 3200 M Run (PR) Josie Ginder - 4th place 1600 M Run (PR) Hadley Denton - 5th place 100 M Dash, 5th place 200 M Dash Carly Houchin - 5th place 3200 M Run (PR) Elizabeth Bahl, Kennedy Travis, Lily Stevens, Hadley Denton - 3rd place 4 x 100 M Relay Congratulations Lady Tiger Track on a great showing, and to the individuals who had PRs throughout the contest!
12 months ago, Bethany Goodrum
Lady Tiger Track competed in Herrin on Tuesday, April 23. Lady Tiger Track placed 5th out of 12 teams. Individual results were as follows: Mackenzi Thomas - 1st place 1600 M Run (PR) Brielle Seiler - 2nd place 100 M Hurdles, 3rd place 300 M Hurdles Lily Stevens - 3rd place 400 M Dash (PR) Karlee Piercefield - 3rd place 3200 M Run (PR) Josie Ginder - 4th place 1600 M Run (PR) Hadley Denton - 5th place 100 M Dash, 5th place 200 M Dash Carly Houchin - 5th place 3200 M Run (PR) Elizabeth Bahl, Kennedy Travis, Lily Stevens, Hadley Denton - 3rd place 4 x 100 M Relay Congratulations Lady Tiger Track on a great showing and to the individuals who had PRs throughout the contest!