The Compass of Excellence

• 💯 Progress Report 2 will be available on Wednesday, September 24. The last day of the grading period is Thursday, Spetember 18. We encourage you to check your student’s grades regularly through the online grade portal to stay informed of their progress.

• 📄We are excited to share that we have created a Student HUB to provide quick access to frequently requested resources. Our goal is to make it easier for you to find the information you need. We welcome your feedback and suggestions on additional items that would make this resource even more helpful. Please send any ideas to jcarter@rfisd.us. Please click on the button below to access the RFHS Student HUB.

Please remember: any threat to school safety—even as a joke—is taken seriously. These actions are crimes that carry severe consequences.

📱 For Students: Don’t risk your future over a post. What may seem like a joke could result in suspension, expulsion, arrest, or fines.
👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents: Please talk with your student about the dangers of making or sharing threats online or in person. This guide can help start the conversation: bit.ly/45LZgXo. Together, we can keep our schools safe, welcoming, and focused on learning.

Please make sure you are regularly checking the

RFHS Athletic & School Calendar for any updates to events.

Events

September 12 – 🏐Volleyball @ Home/🏈Football @ Home/Pirates in Action-Backpack Giveaway

September 13 – 🎾Tennis @ Home/👟Cross Country @ Jack Dugan Soccer & Track Stadium TAMUCC/ATSSB Region Jazz

September 15 – Army Recruiter (A&B lunch)/EF Tours Parent Meeting-Japan Trip

September 16 – Underclassmen Picture Day/ Aransas County Info Voting Day! (Eco/Gov classes)/ATSSB Area Jazz Recordings/🎾Tennis @ Port A

September 17 – TAMU Recruiter (SAIL Class)

September 18 – Senior Picture Day/SOS Presentation- 9th Grade (W Geo classes)/👟Cross Country @ Old Settlers Park/Coastal Plains Mental Health Awareness & Suicide Prevention- Resource Table (A&B lunch)/🏈JV Football @ George West/🏈Freshmen Football @ Home

September 19 – Professional Learning/Flex Day/Student Holiday/

Talk Like A Pirate Day/👟Cross Country @ Old Settlers Park/🏐Volleyball @ Home/🏈Football @ Home

September 20 – NJROTC Drill & Fitness Invitational/🎾Tennis @ HOME

September 22 – SOS Presentation- 10th Grade (W Hist classes)

September 23 – SOS Presentation- 11th Grade (English classes)/🏐Volleyball @ Kenedy

September 24 – SOS Presentation- 12th Grade (English classes)/Army National Guard (A&B lunch)/Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month- Mariachi in the Library (B lunch)

September 25 – RFISD State of the District/🎾Tennis @ GP/🏈F/JV Football @ Home

September 26 – 🏐Volleyball @ Home/🏈Football @ Calallen

September 27 – HOSA BLOOD DRIVE/TMEA Region 14 SSC District Auditions/👟Cross Country @ Shiner

September 29 – TSIA2 English

September 30 – 🎾Tennis @ HOME/🏐Volleyball @ Beeville

October 1 – "National Bully Prevention Month"/"National Principal Month"/🎾Tennis @ HOME

October 2 – "National Custodian Day"/TACRAO College Fair/🏈JV Football @ Hallettsville/🏈Freshmen Football @ Home

October 3 – 👏Pep Rally/🏐Volleyball @ Home/🏈Football @ Home

October 4 – NJROTC Drill Meet- Smithson Valley HS/Seafair Parade (RFHS Band)/HOMECOMING DANCE

📚 Our library continues to support campus learning by partnering with English classes!

• September 26: English II – Library Lesson & Book Checkout

• September 30: English I – Library Lesson & Checkout

• October 1: English IV – Library Lesson & Checkout

Together, we’re building strong readers and lifelong learners!

🔔 UIL Acadmics: Are you interested in joining the RFHS UIL Academic Team? Please reach out to the following staff members for more information.

• Ms. Dionisio: News Writing & Copy Editing

• Mr. Starnes: Spelling & Ready Writing
• Mr. Luttman: Prose & Poetry and One Act Play

• Ms. Wedel: Current Events & Social Studies
• Mr. Francis: Science
• Mrs. Roberts: VASE
• Mr. Sanchez: Literary Criticism & Debate

RFHS CTE: 👨🏻‍🏭👩🏻‍⚕️🧑🏻‍🔧Career and Technical Education (CTE) prepares students for the real world. It blends hands-on learning with academic skills, giving students the tools to succeed in high-demand careers, earn certifications, and gain real-world experience while still in school. CTE is more than classes; it’s career preparation in action!

🎓✨College-Bound Seniors: The Week of September 29 is a BIG Week! ✨🎓
📚 Monday (9/29)– TSIA English Testing - be prepared, bring a library book, be on time, and do your best!
💻Tuesday (9/30) (Flex Time) – FAFSA Support

• Look for Special SAIL - FAFSA Support in SmartPass. We’ll get your FSA ID ready before FAFSA opens on 10/1.

🤝 Wednesday (10/1) (Flex Time) – UT Recruiter

• Talk with a recruiter from the University of Texas in Austin. Look for Guest Speaker in SmartPass.

🏫 Thursday (10/2) (Seniors 9:00-10:00) - College Fair

• Explore your options and meet college reps

👨‍👩‍👧 Thursday (10/2) (4:30-6:00 PM) - FAFSA Event

• Bring your parents and meet with college financial aid representatives. We’ll walk you through FAFSA submission together!

💡 Don’t miss out—these events set the stage for your college journey!

📢TSIA Testing Announcement

• September 29 - Reading & Writing
• October 7 - Math

All juniors and seniors who have not met the College-Ready standard will be testing.
✅Links to practice resources are below!

✨ Direct Admissions = less stress, more options!

Find out instantly which Texas colleges want YOU. 🎓

👉 Visit mytexasfuture.org to check your matches. Your future is waiting. Go check it out!

RFHS Club Showcase: On August 29, Rockport-Fulton High School hosted the RFHS Club Showcase, giving students the chance to explore the many opportunities available on campus. From academic groups and creative arts to leadership organizations and special-interest clubs, students discovered there is truly something for everyone. The showcase allowed students to meet club leaders, ask questions, and learn how to get involved. Many walked away excited to join new activities, build friendships, and grow their skills beyond the classroom. We are proud of the energy and enthusiasm our students showed at the event. It is clear the Pirate spirit is strong and our clubs are ready for a great year ahead!

Tickets for the Homecoming dance are going on sale on September 18 - October 2nd. Homecoming Game is October 3rd, and our dance is October 4th. The dress code for the dance is linked in the Student HUB. We hope to see you there! Tickets will be on sail during lunch.

Click on the buttons below to access frequently requested resources such as the Secondary Program Guide and the District Calendar.

📌 Important Update on Student Discipline Requirements: In accordance with state requirements, we are providing families with updated information about student discipline policies and recent changes to the law. Please take a moment to review the document linked below.

🌅Senior Sunrise with the Class of 2026! Don't count the days, make the days count!