The Tiger Times

Good Evening Tigers,

This is Noel Keener, the proud principal of Ragsdale High, with this week's updates.

We hope you had a wonderful Spring Break and are ready to lock in for the last quarter! There are only thirty instructional days between now and exams, so please remember the importance of being here and on-time for all classes.

Congratulations to our students of the week, Mackenzie Mayer, Brittany Aguilar-Telez, and Jasper Coultress. We also want to highlight some of our student athletes - Athlete of the Week Morgan Osborne. Track and Field standouts Serena Lambert, Elle Dawson, Faith Thomas and Kingston McDonald gave it their all with standout performances at the Dudley Invitational! We are so proud of all of our Tigers!

Ragsdale Athletics is thrilled to announce Coach Michael Holder as our next Athletic Director! We are so excited for Coach to step into this role. We know he will be able to take our Athletic Program to the next level! We could not be excited without acknowledging the contributions of Coach Deborah Jones. Her dedication to the program (and to the school) for the past 6 years has been nothing short of amazing. It is on her shoulders that we will continue to grow and chase better!

Prom tickets are on sale now! Tickets are $40 each through May 2. Costs will increase to $50 May 3 through 10, and will be $60 May 11 through 14. Non-Ragsdale students must complete a guest form. Prom is May 17!

Ragsdale YMCA is offering FREE classes Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 until 5:30 at Ragsdale main hall entrance. Are you a staff member? A parent? A Student? Come and WORK OUT YOUR STRESS in a fun environment. Bring your water and lets get moving!

Senior parents- we need your help with the Senior Picnic! See our newsletter, social media, or website newsletter link for more information.

All of our student fees have now been posted on School Funds Online. Please note that a transaction fee applies to all payments, including those made in person at the school using cash or check. An updated fee schedule can be found in this week's newsletter.

Ragsdale YMCA is offering FREE classes Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 until 5:30. Are you a staff member? A parent? Come and WORK OUT YOUR STRESS in a fun environment. Bring your water and lets get moving!

Thank you , have a great week, and, as always, TIGER PRIDE!

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Congratulations to our Students of the Week!

• Mackenzie Mayer – 9th grade - nominated by Mr. Johnston – He says of Mackenzie, “Mackenzie takes a high level of personal responsibility for her classwork and grades. She is always caught up on her own work and produces high quality work every day. She is focused in class and participates actively in discussions and assignments. Additionally, she has empathy for other students and is ready and willing to help anyone who may be struggling with a particular topic. She communicates difficult concepts and processes effectively.”

• Brittany Aguilar-Telez – 11th grade – nominated by Mrs. Kuennen – She says of Brittany, “Brittany is always friendly and helpful in the classroom. She is great in a group setting, working on her own or participating in a whole group discussion. She is kind and helpful to her peers and is a great role model for the class. She is responsible and hardworking.”

• Jasper Coultress – 12th grade – nominated by Mr. Reynolds – He says of Jasper, “Jasper is an amazing Tiger. She is a pivotal part of Tiger Theatre and she is always willing to do anything asked of her. She has worked as a stage manager and backstage crew for every show the theatre has done and she has helped organize multiple events that have benefited the community of Jamestown. Jasper pushes herself every day to be a better student and encourages others around her. She will be missed when she graduates this year.”

Congratulations to these students!

Hey Tigers! We are wanting to hear what YOU want to hear for the bell music! Find the request below. QR codes are around the school. You must use your GCS account to make a request (remember- we have to find a good radio edit in order to play).

Ragsdale YMCA is offering FREE classes Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 until 5:30. Are you a staff member? A parent? Come and WORK OUT YOUR STRESS in a fun environment. Bring your water and lets get moving!

Guilford County Schools will be transitioning to a new Student Information System for the 25-26 school year and we need to have correct contact information for each student.

If you do not have a Power Parent Account, an email was sent to you on Friday, March 7th from Lucy Ragsdale High with directions to create an account. Please follow the directions to create an account. After creating the account, go to Forms and update all contact information including phone numbers, adding/deleting contacts, and if the student lives in the same household with the contact.

If you are a parent that already has a Power Parent Account, please sign into your account and update all contact information including phone numbers, adding/deleting contacts, and if the student lives in the same household with the contact.

Student Information greatly appreciates your assistance with this process. Please reach out to our Data Manager if you have any questions!

The prom theme has been announced! Ragsdale is excited to present A Red Carpet Affair.

Tickets must be purchased online in advance at www.gcsnc.schoolcashonline.com

From April 1st - May 2nd, tickets are $40 (+$2 surcharge). From May 3rd - May 10th, tickets are $50 (+$3 surcharge). Prices go up to $60 (+$3 surcharge) from May 11 - May 14, so buy your tickets early!

All non-Ragsdale guests must turn in a form no later than May 14th by 4:15. The form must be returned with a photocopy of the guests' photo ID.

Presented by Ragsdale AFJROTC

Ragsdale High School Athletics today announced the retirement of Deborah Jones, current Athletic Director, after 32 years of dedicated service with Guilford County Schools. Her last official day of service will be May 31st. Ragsdale High School is also pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Holder as the new Athletic Director, following a search process.

Michael Holder, a 1997 graduate of Grimsley High School, brings a diverse background in athletics, education, and professional experience to Ragsdale. He graduated Summa cum Laude from Brevard College in 2010 and earned his Appalachian State School of Education Certification in 2017.

During his time at Grimsley, Mr. Holder was a football player and served as a student athletic trainer under the direction of Joe Franks for four years. His coaching experience includes serving as an Assistant Baseball Coach from 2012 to 2025. He has also been involved in athletic administration, having helped with assistant AD duties since 2020.

In addition to his athletic endeavors, Mr. Holder has spent nine years in the private work world in surveying and Project Engineering. He has also dedicated 14 years to volunteerism and coaching for youth baseball. Mr. Holder is one of four brothers and is the son of Joe and Kathy Holder.

"I am very excited to continue to be an integral part of the Ragsdale family. Our vision is to utilize the foundational strengths and stability built by Debbie Jones and expand our facilities to encourage success. We want to bring our Alumni home. Our mission is to bring the community together to showcase how strong the Ragsdale community is," said Michael Holder

Quote from Principal, Noel Keener, “Coach Holder exemplifies what we are about at Ragsdale- he is hard-working, has a can-do attitude, and is ALL IN. He believes in the Ragsdale community and believes we can do anything- TOGETHER. We are so excited for this next phase of Ragsdale Athletics! We thank Coach Deborah Jones for working hard over the past 6 years and after COVID to rebuild our athletic culture. Thanks to her, we are ready for what’s next.”

"It has been an honor to serve the students and community of Ragsdale High School for the past 6 years," said Deborah Jones. "Michel Holder’s varied experiences in athletics and leadership make him an excellent choice to lead Ragsdale Athletics. His deep love for Ragsdale High School, combined with his passion for fostering student-athletes, will undoubtedly elevate our programs and inspire our community. I wish him all the best and look forward to seeing the continued success of our athletic programs under his direction."

Ragsdale High School Athletics proudly announces Morgan Osborne, a standout junior on the softball team, as its Athlete of the Week. Morgan’s exceptional performance last week exemplifies the dedication and talent fostered within Ragsdale’s athletic programs.

In her recent games, Morgan demonstrated remarkable skill at the plate, achieving a perfect 3 for 3 batting record and driving in a significant 4 runs (RBIs). Her offensive prowess culminated in the thrill of hitting her first over-the-fence homerun, a testament to her growing power and technique.

Adding to this recognition, Head Softball Coach Megan Harbaugh shared her excitement about Morgan’s performance, stating, “Morgan had a heck of a day at Page High School. Her hard work and dedication to getting better each day paid off! It was so fun to watch her shine. She’s an excellent teammate”.

Beyond her offensive achievements, Morgan embodies the spirit of a true team player. Her commitment to Ragsdale High School extends across multiple sports, as she actively participates in women’s flag football and volleyball, in addition to her role on the softball team. This three-sport involvement highlights her well-rounded athleticism and dedication to the school’s athletic community.

Morgan’s impact is not limited to her offensive capabilities. Her stellar play in the field, including a diving catch at shortstop, underscores her defensive skills and commitment to excellence in all aspects of the game. Such plays are crucial for the team’s success and demonstrate her agility and determination.

We would like to make sure you are aware of our electronic ticketing system, which aims to streamline the ticketing process and enhance the overall experience for spectators. This innovative solution will allow spectators to conveniently purchase tickets in advance online, reducing long queues and providing a more efficient entry process to the games. Furthermore, it is important to note that we will also be offering spectators the option to purchase tickets at the gate using a credit card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay. To ensure a contactless and efficient entry process, we kindly request that no cash be taken at the gate.

Lastly, please be informed that our ticket price has been increased to $9.00 per event.

Key Reminders:

• Electronic Ticketing– https://gofan.co/app/school/NC1942 - Tickets will be available to purchase before the game.
• Purchase Tickets @ the Gate - We only accept credit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay NO CASH TRANSACTIONS!
• Live Stream NFHS: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/ragsdale-high-school-jameston-nc - Main Gym & Kenneth T. Miller Stadium (not currently working)
• Download the app "rSchoolsToday" for all the latest practice, game and match information.

The Campapalooza 2025 registration is live! chowan.edu/campapalooza

This year's camp will take place June 22nd through June 26th on the campus of Chowan University.

This 4 day academic summer camp is for rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors.

During this mini college experience you will live on campus, have meals in the university cafeteria, and spend your days engaged in focused academic activities with our University faculty. Evening programming includes a variety of activities such as the pool, tie dyeing and Uno tournaments.

The GuilfordWorks’ Summer Vocation Initiative is a summer internship program designed to connect you with exciting job prospects in your chosen career pathway, gaining valuable work experience while developing essential skills that can lead to permanent, full-time employment. We welcome job seekers (16-24 years old) to register: Summer Vocation Initiative Participant Registration

The Mercy University Business Honors Program will conduct a week-long Summer Program for Rising Seniors (currently Juniors) in July 2025.

Students who come to the SLA:

• Experience college first-hand, living on campus.
• Explore potential careers in business.
• Visit Fortune 500 Companies
• Potential for up to full tuition scholarship at Mercy University (For Full Time Students)

While the fee should be $795, we have a Corporate Sponsor who has allowed us to keep it subsidized to only $695 for the whole week (which includes tuition, room, food/board, and activities).

You can apply using this link: https://form.jotform.com/asic22/la-application-2025.

NC State's College of Natural Resources is hosting virtual Career Exploration Panels that will feature recent alumni from the College of Natural Resources. This is a great way for students to learn more about the industry, hear from NC State alumni, and explore potential career paths.

They have 9 majors throughout the College of Natural Resources that fall into 3 departments. Attend one panel or all, to hear firsthand from alumni about how their education in these majors prepared them for their careers and get valuable advice as you plan your future.

Virtual Career Exploration Panels

April 21, 2025: Department of Forest Biomaterials

6:00 - 7:00 pm

Register Here

April 22, 2025: Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources

6:00 - 7:00 pm

Register Here

April 23, 2025: Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management

6:00 - 7:00 pm

Register Here

This is the LAST SEMESTER for the Class of 2025! We will be updating information as it comes.

Dates (some dates subject to change)

• If you missed Cap and Gown Distribution on April 8th, you can pick up your order with Ms. Alker. If you owe a balance on your order, you must pay it before you will be able to pick it up.
• April 21, 2025: Service Learning Hours due
• May 6, 2025: Cap and Gown photos

• May 20, 2025: Senior Prank (you must sign up w StuCo- information coming soon!)

• May 21, 2025: Senior Walks at JME, Millis, Union Hill and Pilot - Please wear cap and gown
• May 22, 2025: Senior Awards (students arrive by 6:15pm, event starts at 6:30pm)- Please wear cap and gown
• May 30, 2025: On site Graduation Practice (report to old gym by 9:15am- NO CAP OR GOWN NEEDED) and Senior Picnic
• June 9, 2025: 12:45pm- Mandatory Gradation Practice (no cap and gown) @ Coliseum Special Events Center (Graduation tickets provided at this time- estimated 8 tickets per graduate)
• June 10, 2025: 6-9:30 pm- Senior Sunset and Carnival
• June 11, 2025: 7:30pm- Graduation @ Coliseum Special Events Center (YES TO CAP AND GOWN)

Scholarships

• shift_ed Scholarships (GCS Students- last dollar)
• Scholarships and Search Engine
• CFNC Scholarships
• Scholarship Buddy
• Minority Scholarships
• Future Teachers

Student Services Information

• Stay in the know! Look for updates on our Student Services Website HERE.
• Join the Ragsdale School Counseling Remind group: 12th Grade = Text @rags2025 to 81010
• Bring in those SCHOLARSHIP AWARD LETTERS and let your counselor know where you have been accepted, where you plan to go. They also want to know if you plan to go to work, Trade School, or in to the Military!

Senior Graduation Letter

See our Graduation Letter below - it will give you all the details you need about graduation expectations!

Hello Senior Parents,

Can you believe it's Spring semester of our children's last year in high school! Such an exciting time for everyone. I hope each of your students have had a great four years of learning at Ragsdale and that they will take with them many happy memories of their time spent there. There are lots of fun activities planned for the Seniors in the upcoming weeks and we can use your support. We are planning a picnic on May 30th at the school after one of the scheduled graduation practices. There will be food and drink, the Kona Ice truck, and some fun games for everyone to play. We are asking for donations to help fund the day. Attached is a QR code that will take you to the Ragsdale PTSA website where you can make a donation for the picnic. A separate sign up will go out at a later date for volunteering on the day of the picnic.

Thank you for your support,

Linda Honeycutt

Week of April 20

Monday, April 21

• 4:00pm: Golf @ Greensboro National Golf Club

Tuesday, April 22

• 4:30/7:00pm: Baseball vs. Western
• 5:30pm/7:00pm: Lacrosse @ Grimsley
• 6:00pm: Softball vs. Southwest
• 6:00pm: Soccer vs. Southeast

Wednesday, April 23

• 11:00am: Superintendent's Advisory Council
• 4:30pm/7:00pm: Baseball @ Reagan
• 5:00pm: Track @ Southwest
• 5:00pm: Softball @ RJ Reynolds

Thursday, April 24

• 4:00pm: Golf @ Bryan Park
• 5:30pm/7:00pm: Lacrosse @ Northwest
• 5:30pm: Junior Marshal Ceremony (Auditorium)
• 6:00pm: Soccer vs. Grimsley

Friday, April 25

• 4:30pm/7:00pm: Baseball @ Western
• 6:00pm: Softball @ Western

FUTURE EVENTS

April 30: "May" Homeroom and Student Council voting (moved from May 7)

May 5-9: Teacher Appreciation Week!

May 5-16: AP Exams

PROM

May 17: The Terrace @ GSO Coliseum (8p to midnight)

GRADUATION

Practice: June 9 @ 1pm

Graduation: June 11 @ 7:30pm