RRHS Update Week of 8/31
August 29th, 2026
RISE- Respect, Integrity, Service, Empathy
Our school motto is RISE which shows our focus on the character traits of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Empathy. Each of our staff and students strive to show these traits every day! Our advisory lesson last week highlighted the importance of demonstrating our commitment to RISE in our classes, halls, stadiums, bathrooms, cafeteria, and everywhere else we go. We take pride in recognizing the excellent character of our students and staff!
Back to School Night
Back to School Night is this week!
5:30PM - Senior Parent Night Presentation - Auditorium
6:00PM - Parent can walk their child's schedule and meet the amazing staff at RRHS. This is not intended to be a conference, just a great way to better understand the syllabi and expectations.
Be sure to visit the World Famous Phoenix Peak for all of your spirit gear needs!
School Spirit Car Decals
Show your Rock Ridge High School spirit wherever you go with a school car decal—just $5 each! Decals can be ordered online or purchased during Back to School Night. Online orders will be delivered to students’ advisory classes the following week, so order yours today and proudly represent Rock Ridge!
Underclassmen Picture Days
SEPT. 2 & 3
Date: Wednesday, September 2nd & Thursday, September 3rd
Who: 9th & 10th grade will go with PE Classes, 11th grade will go with their English class
If you do not have a PE class, you can go during brain break, during advisory, during lunch, during study hall, or at 9:15. If you need a pass, see Ms. Prince in L405
Pre-order Online: https://shop.imagequix.com/g1001416990
Images Available: Approximately two-three weeks after picture day
- Questions about Ordering? Email underclass@vosphoto.com
Gaggle Alerts
Please note - we are addressing students daily for this issue.
LCPS filters all internet traffic and search activity to prevent access to inappropriate or harmful content. These protections apply in all learning environments:
- On Campus: Any device connected to the LCPS network.
- Off Campus: All LCPS-issued student devices, including those used at home or on public WiFi.
To help identify potential safety concerns and support student well-being, LCPS uses Gaggle, which continuously monitors student digital activity on LCPS-provided accounts and devices. This includes:
- Google Workspace: Gmail and Drive.
- Microsoft Office 365: OneDrive and related applications.
- Web Activity: Browsing and online interactions on LCPS-issued student devices.
Please understand if your student uses an LCPS device and makes comments involving potential safety or student well being these will be flagged and reported to the school administration and/or local law enforcement.
For more information
This Week in Athletics
Monday August 31st
Flag Football vs. Potomac Falls, 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday September 1st
Varsity Girls Volleyball vs. Loudoun Valley, 5:30 p.m.
Varsity Boys Volleyball vs. Loudoun Valley, 7 p.m.
9th Girls Volleyball vs. Loudoun Valley, 5:30 p.m.
JV Girls Volleyball vs. Loudoun Valley, 7 p.m.
Field Hockey vs. Tuscarora, 5:30 p.m.
Field Hockey Dominion vs. Heritage, 6:45 p.m.
Wednesday September 2nd
9th Football @ Wakefield, 5:30 p.m. Early Release at 3:30 p.m. Bus departs at 4 p.m.
Field Hockey @ Brentsville, 6 p.m. Early Release at 3:30 p.m. Bus departs at 4 p.m.
Thursday September 3rd
Varsity Football vs. Wakefield, 7 p.m.
Golf @ River Creek vs. Heritage, 5 p.m. Early Release at 3 p.m.
Student All Sport Passes on Sale Now!
This year, you can purchase an ALL SPORTS pass for your child for $50. This pass will get them in to ALL home games for the YEAR. This will allow them to attend all the home football games, volleyball games, new girls’ flag football and boys’ volleyball games, girls’ and boys’ basketball games, lacrosse games, soccer games, baseball/softball, wrestling etc. ALL home games for the YEAR. Additionally, we are running a competition. The grade with the most Student All Sport Passes by Sept. 30 will win 20 spirit points for their grade. To buy your pass now, go here. The access code is your student’s ID number.
Become a Member – TEAM Competition!
One of the easiest ways to support the Athletic Boosters is by becoming a member.
Join or renew your membership through the link. If you have been a member in previous years, please remember that annual renewal is required to keep your membership active.
The sports team with the highest percentage of players/coaches sign up will receive a $500 spending allotment from the Booster Club.
Concession Sign Up
Concessions is one of our biggest fundraisers. Sign up to help at the indoor or outdoor concession stand. Please note that varsity football games will require at least one adult.
Booster Board Position Open: We are looking to fill either the secretary or treasurer position for the upcoming school year. Please email Tricia Furtek at rrathleticboosters@gmail.com if you are interested.
RR Theatre Arts!
Welcome Back Kick Off Event:
Get ready to kick off the new school year together! We are hosting a Kickball & Potluck Party on Thursday, September 3rd, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and everyone is invited—new and returning students, parents, families, and ANYONE who wants to join the fun.
We will gather at a Moorefield Station Elementary School Park Grass Field for a casual evening of kickball, delicious food, and great conversation as we build and strengthen our community bonds. With no school the following day, it’s the perfect time to stay out, relax, and just have fun.
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, September 3rd
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Moorefield Station Elementary School Park Grass Field
Activities: Kickball game & community potluck
Bring your favorite dish to share, throw on your sneakers, and come ready to mingle! Keep an eye out for our next update where we'll announce the official park location and share the potluck sign-up link. We can't wait to see you there!
Rock Ridge Has Got Talent:
Do you have talent? We want to see it!!!
Join us for Rock Ridge Has Got Talent. This is going to be just like America's Got Talent but here at Rock Ridge High!!!! We will have performances, judges and prizes!!!! Come out on September 8th for our Auditions. Show us what you want to perform!!!! Anyone who auditions will be invited into the show!!!! Reach out to Mrs. Devine with any questions.
School Counseling News!
DEC Cards and Behind The Wheel Instruction
We now have a Driving Instructor assigned to Rock Ridge with limited availability. Please check the website for further details. You can also sign up for private lessons with local companies.
Students who plan to complete Behind the Wheel will need to meet the following criteria:
- Hold a valid VA driver’s permit for at least 9 months.
- Earned a passing grade in Driver’s Education course in 10th grade PE and have the DEC card.
- Students and Parents have attended the 90-minute mandatory “Partners for Safe Teen Driving” presentation.
- Completed and signed the 45-hour driving log.
Please see Ms. Grainger and Ms. Purov in the counseling office to get your DEC Card. You can come before school or between classes with your Learners Permit. Any questions can be emailed to: liz.grainger@lcps.org or yogita.purov@lcps.org
Senior Parents, you have homework!!!! Due by September 2nd at 5:30pm.
September 2nd at 5:30pm is the Senior Parent Presentation in the Auditorium. Prior to attending, please click the link below to watch the “Jump Start 2.0” video. This video is an overview of the “need to know” for the college process and beyond. We will review this information and more during our presentation. Parents can then attend Back to School Night at 6pm.
Click link here to watch the video
Full link also below:
https://youtu.be/Q5ioPbARYiw?si=iGGklfCQjGdCop7m
Richard Bland College Dual Enrollment Registration
Rock Ridge High School and Richard Bland College (RBC) have partnered to offer students the opportunity to earn free dual enrollment college credit.
Information on Registration
One-time application fee: $35 (first-time RBC students only)
Registration deadline: September 15
If the fee creates a financial hardship, please contact your school counselor.
How to Register
First-time RBC DE Students: Complete the RBC application at https://dualenrollment.rbc.edu/
Returning RBC DE Students: Complete the returning student form at https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/HX5YYwYJ5H
For more information click below
New Letterhead RBC Letter home 26-27.pdf
Dream Big! LCPS College Fair 2026
Event Details:
- Date: Sunday, October 4, 2026
- Location: Riverside High School (19019 Upper Belmont Pl Leesburg, VA 20176)
Time: 3:00 - 5:00PM
UMHT - Signs of Suicide Presentation
Each year, Rock Ridge Unified Mental Health Team members give mental health presentations to all students. This year, 9th grade Signs of Suicide presentations are occurring during your student’s Health/P.E. class. These 9th grade presentations are occurring on September 2nd and 3rd .
If you do not want your student attending this presentation, please complete the following permission click link to opt your student out of the presentation. Students who opt out will be able to go an alternate location during the short presentation.
9th grade presentation opt-out:
From Your Family Liaison
Free and Reduced Lunch Applications
A reminder that the Free and Reduced Lunch benefit does not automatically roll over, and a new application must be completed every school year. If your family would benefit from this resource and you have not yet received an eligibility letter for this year yet, please take a moment to submit a new application. You can complete this online at linqconnect.com or reach out to our Family Liaison, Sophia Saib, at sophia.saib@lcps.org for assistance with completing a paper copy.
School Supplies and Backpack
Rock Ridge is pleased to let you know that we still have available school supplies and new backpacks available for families who may need this. Students can stop by Workroom 1203A to choose their items for a great school year!
Weekend Food Assistance
RRHS families interested in weekend food assistance are invited to please email sophia.saib@lcps.org so that we can prepare the total number of bags needed for our Weekend Backpack Buddy Program. The program provides students with grocery items and snacks to take home every Friday, starting mid-September and running throughout the school year.
Additional Local Food Resources
If your family needs support beyond our weekend program, additional food resources are available through these community partners: · Loudoun Feeds: loudounfeeds.org · Dulles South Food Pantry: dsfp.org · Tree of Life Ministries: tolministries.org · Loudoun Hunger Relief: loudounhunger.org · Anna Sudha Kitchens: Ready-to-Go Meals | Call 703-945-9313 | Request Form
Homecoming - Save the Date!
Save the Date for Homecoming- October 9th & 10th!
The Homecoming tailgate will be on Oct. 9 from 4:45-6:45. It will feature two food trucks, an inflatable obstacle course, lawn games, and MORE. The Homecoming dance will be outside in the stadium on Oct. 10 from 8 p.m.-11p.m. Tickets will go on sale Sept. 22.