RISING SUN HIGH UPDATE

Subject: Senior Assassin/Senior Splashin' Game - Important Notification

Dear Rising Sun High School Families,

We want to inform you about a matter that requires your attention regarding the safety and well-being of our students.

It has come to our attention that some of our senior students plan to participate in a game called “Senior Assassin,” or "Senior Splashin'," which involves using water guns to “shoot” students who have been identified as targets. While we understand that such activities are popular among students, we must emphasize that playing this game on school property at any time is strictly prohibited. This includes all Cecil County Public School properties and all school-sponsored activities.

The safety of our students is our utmost priority, and allowing such activities on school grounds poses potential risks and hazards. Therefore, we kindly request your cooperation in ensuring your child adheres to this expectation.

Furthermore, we would like to remind both students and parents that the use of school-issued email accounts for communicating about or organizing such activities is also strictly prohibited. Our school email system is intended for educational purposes only, and any misuse of it for non-academic activities will not be tolerated.

Any student found to be involved in a “Senior Assassin” game will be referred for disciplinary action. That disciplinary action may result in suspension from school and/or referral to law enforcement.

We urge you to talk with your child about the importance of adhering to school rules and regulations, especially concerning matters concerning safety. We also encourage you to monitor your child's activities outside of school and to reinforce the values of responsibility and respect for others.

Should you have any concerns or questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your school principal. Your partnership in ensuring a safe and conducive learning environment for all our students is greatly appreciated.

Sincerely,

James H. Miro

Principal

Maryland School Survey

All 9th-, 10th-, and 11th-grade students will take the Maryland School Survey during their Social Studies class (March 25 and April 1). Student participation/feedback is important and directly affects our Maryland School Report Card. The survey collects important information about relationships, engagement, the school environment, and safety. School leaders use results to learn about and improve the school community.

Maryland School Survey Frequently Asked Questions

Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP)

Maryland schools administer statewide assessments to all students in Grade 10 English Language Arts, Algebra I, Grade 10 Biology, and Government. The Maryland State Department of Education has more information related to federal and state laws regulating the MCAP.

Rising Sun High School will begin testing in April. Teachers and students have been working all year with curriculum, instructional activities, and classroom assessments that align with the state assessments. It is extremely important that students are in school and on time the day they will participate in these assessments. All assessments require the use of a Chromebook or personal computer. Please remind students to charge their device the night before and bring their charger to school.

Student Tutorial, Practice Tests, & Other Resources

Event Information

Rising Sun High School Junior/Senior Prom

$70/ticket includes dinner and dancing
Formal attire is required
Prom ends promptly at 10:00 p.m.
Ticket Sales through School Cash Online (April 1 - 10)
Ticket Sales in person during lunches (April 13 - 17)
Guest tickets are available for an approved guest. 1 guest per RSHS student (RSHS student must attend the prom). Guests must arrive with and sit with the RSHS student purchasing their ticket.
Prom 2026 Guest Form.pdf. Guests forms will not be accepted after April 10th. Students are responsible for submitting guest forms. RSHS staff will not fax, scan, or email forms for students.

When?

Saturday, May 2, 2026, 06:00 PM

Where?

Deerfield, 507 Thompson Station Road, Newark, DE, USA