
Those interested in Ridgedale YOUTH cheer (grades 2-6 next year) were given forms this week to return. Those that return the form will be contacted by the youth cheer coach, Erin Buckley, regarding the meeting on April 30th. Youth cheerleaders cheer for the youth football team in the Fall.
Contact form for anyone interested is attached
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-uFlm_0-EU3HES6z-2YC82HtT0LAzWZmNTwRk3VZBFE/edit?usp=sharing

Upcoming event for sophomores: TRIO has set up Campus Visits to Ohio University on April 27th. Those who are interested must be signed up with TRIO and have turned in permission slip. Seats are limited!
What is TRIO Talent Search you asked?
You believe in your child and want them to have a bright future. Marion Technical College’s TRIO Talent Search program wants to help them reach their goal of high school graduation, college, and a career. This free program will introduce your child to a variety of college and career options and then help them with the steps to get there! There is absolutely no cost to students or their families. Just fill out this application.
Program services include but are not limited to: academic advising and tutoring, assistance in selecting high school courses, mentoring, career information and exploration activities, ACT/SAT information and preparation, college planning and placement including assistance in completing college and financial aid applications (including the FAFSA and scholarships) financial literacy, and visits to colleges and universities
Here is the link to the online application!
https://botform.compansol.com/220883414682055


Upcoming event for Juniors at Ridgedale: TRIO has set up Campus Visits to Ohio University on April 27th. Those who are interested must be signed up with TRIO and have turned in permission slip. Seats are limited! There will also be an All-Junior Planning Day on May 11th. The purpose of this day is for TRIO to help Juniors prepare and plan for the milestones they will encounter during their senior year!
What is TRIO Talent Search you asked?
You believe in your child and want them to have a bright future. Marion Technical College’s TRIO Talent Search program wants to help them reach their goal of high school graduation, college, and a career. This free program will introduce your child to a variety of college and career options and then help them with the steps to get there! There is absolutely no cost to students or their families. Just fill out this application.
Program services include but are not limited to: academic advising and tutoring, assistance in selecting high school courses, mentoring, career information and exploration activities, ACT/SAT information and preparation, college planning and placement including assistance in completing college and financial aid applications (including the FAFSA and scholarships) financial literacy, and visits to colleges and universities
Here is the link to the online application!
https://botform.compansol.com/220883414682055


The Elementary Lego Robotic Team showcased their hard work this afternoon. So proud of them and their hard work!





HS/JH Track tonight at Ridgedale is cancelled. Possible make-up date TBD.
HS/JH Softball cancelled for tonight. HS Softball make-up date is Wednesday, April 19 @ Elgin, 5pm. JH Softball make-up date is Thursday, April 20 @ Lincoln Park after the MG game.

Remembrance Celebration for Coach Lanny Martin on Tuesday, April 18 vs. Elgin at 5pm.
Come out and support your Rockets and honor the memory of a baseball coaching legend.


It was a beautiful day for some Rocket baseball! Proud of our team and the work they are putting in!



3rd - 5th graders were able to attend an author visit with Margaret Peterson Haddix (Strangers, Running out of Time) at Marion Palace Theatre with the help of Let's Read 20 and Marion Public Library. Loved learning about her process and inspiration!




Kindergarten - 2nd grade students were able to have a visit this week with author of "What Happens At School When You're Not There?" Edward Denecke. Each student went home with a copy of his book or a book that he illustrated. A great visit learning about dreaming big dreams!





Congratulations to the Jr/Sr High March Students of the Month!


Congratulations to our Youth Leadership Marion graduates! We are proud of how you represent our school and our community! Way to go, Kayleigh, Lauren, and Nathan (not pictured)!




Thank you to all the Ridgedale workers, meet manger, Brian Hamilton, participants and coaches who took part in the Dave Schorr Track Invite on Saturday. It was a beautiful day and a lot of great competition. Thank you also to both the Schorr and Schertzer families for their continued support with this event in memory of their loved ones.
HS Baseball lost a hard fought game tonight at Temple Christian in extra innings 14-13.

Beautiful day for the Dave Schorr Track Meet! They say to always look for the helpers, and when you look around our campus, you see them everywhere! Proud to be a Rocket!




All practices/weight lifting for youth, JH and HS are cancelled for tonight due to the potential for threatening weather in our area.

So much fun at the carnival! There's still time to check out the fun!





The Kindergarten Expo and Spring Book Fair Family Night will be tonight from 4-7pm! Join the fun! The book walks are all set up for the night!




Enjoy a few more pictures from the 65th Annual FFA Banquet!











What an honor to attend the 65th Annual FFA Banquet! The work these students put in along with our advisor, Mrs. Guthrie, is amazing! Thank you to all who were able to attend!





Rocket JH Softball is cancelled tomorrow, 4/1 at Lincoln Park.

Rocket HS Softball cancelled for tomorrow 4/1 at Utica.