The Tiger Times

Good Evening Tigers,

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

We are excited to highlight some of our student athletes. Congratulations to Owen Robinson who has recorded his 270th strikeout, placing him in the Ragsdale record books. Our athlete of the week is senior lacrosse player Michael Zeigler. We will hear more about state playoffs this week so stay up to date with the rschoolstoday app.

Seniors: Don't forget to let Ms. Bradley know of any scholarships, grants, or awards you've been awarded this year by May 19th. We want to recognize you during Awards Day on May 22nd! Senior parents- we need your help with the Senior Picnic! See our newsletter, social media, or website newsletter link for more information. The options for volunteering will be in next weeks newsletter! Speaking of seniors, there is just over a month before senior grades are due. Seniors should focus on passing ALL CLASSES to ensure that they will walk on June 11. Parents, please be sure and check in with your senior!

Monday we will have a PTSA Meeting at 5:45 and an Athletic Booster Club Meeting at 6:30. Both will be held in the media center.

Senior cap and gown photos are Tuesday, May 6th. The sign up link is in our newsletter and on our senior page!

Tuesday at 3:15 we invite all interested volleyball players to come to the media center to meet our new Coach!

Thursday we will have our Spring Choral Concert at 7pm.

Prom tickets have gone up in price. They are now $50. The price increases again to $60 on May 11, so purchase them now! The last day to purchase tickets is Wednesday, May 14. That is also the last day guest forms will be accepted. Prom is May 17!

We need YOU to help us celebrate our amazing teachers! Starting Monday, we will have cards at the main office so that you can give a shoutout to your favorite Ragsdale Teacher. We also have a form in our newsletter where you can leave messages of thanks. Students will have opportunity during all lunches to send notes. Our Ragsdale PTSA is asking for your help to bring treats for our teachers.

AP Exams begin this week starting May 5. Final exams begin June 3rd. More information is available in our newsletter!

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

Tiger Times Week of 5/4/25: https://secure.smore.com/n/8wp7c

Monday starts Teacher Appreciation Week! Stop by and fill out a card for your child's favorite teacher or send a note HERE!

• RHS AFROTC has a BUSY WEEK! Ragsdale AFJROTC Color Guard presents the colors at the Greensboro Grasshoppers' GCS Day Game on Wednesday April 30th. They also won a Drone Competition and took part in a Senior Ball! GREAT CADETS, GREAT LEADERS, GREAT PROGRAM!

• Our dancers did an amazing job at the Dance Concert Thursday and Friday Night! We are so proud!

• Glenn and Carter SAY they didn't call each other to twin.. but we have doubts.
• 3rd block hallway orchestra music makes for a great soundtrack in C building.
• Friday was School Lunch Hero Day! Our heroes were treated to some doughnuts.

• Our teachers put in the work on increasing the rigor of our Honors courses AND showed up for public education with Red for Ed!

• We were invited to Haynes-Inman's prom and of course we said YES! Our students had a fabulous time participating and dancing the morning away.

• Huge shoutout to Sara Medlin and Student Services for a GREAT 8th Grade Tour Day! Thank you to those teachers who allowed cheerleaders, drum line, and tour guides to be a part of the day. The 8th graders LOVED being welcomed and walked around!

• Congratulations to our baseball team for a big win over Southwest in the conference tournament on Thursday, and to Zy'Kell Burke-Garner for his scholar athlete award from the National Football Foundation, Corrigan/Faircloth Chapter.

• We loved celebrating Ms. Keener on School Principal Day!

AP Exams are beginning soon Monday May 5...can you believe it? See the schedule below. REMEMBER- students MUST be on time!

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).

Final Exams begin on June 3rd. Please remember all exams matter and no students will be released early on exam days.

Teacher-made/District-made exams will be June 3rd and June 4th. These are normal school days for all students, as students will either have an exam or a review session. All students must attend school all day.

State exams will be June 5th and June 6th. Students who are taking a Math EOC (Math 1 or Math 3) will take it on June 5th. Students with a English II or Biology exam will take it on June 6th. Students taking a CTE exam will take it on June 5th, UNLESS they have a Math exam - they will then take it on June 6th.

If students have testing conflicts (for example, need to take English II AND Biology), they will be given a specific schedule to let them know when they are taking each exam.

Make-up exams will be on June 9th and June 10th.

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!

Free sports physicals are being offered in High Point on May 31, 2025 from 9am-1pm.

Ragsdale High School is proud to announce Michael Zeigler, a senior on the men's lacrosse team, as this week's Athlete of the Week.

In a conference matchup against Grimsley High School last week, Michael scored the first goal of his high school career. What made the moment even more special was that it came during the final moments of the game, as Grimsley played with an empty net. When the ball hit the back of the goal, both teams erupted in excitement, celebrating a truly heartwarming highlight.

This season marks Michael's first time participating in a sport at Ragsdale, making his achievement even more memorable. The pride and joy he felt were shared by his coaches, teammates, and the entire Ragsdale community. Even the next day, Michael’s enthusiasm lit up the hallways of the school, a reminder of why education-based athletics are so vital. Moments like these are about much more than wins and losses — they are about sportsmanship, teamwork, and creating lifelong memories.

Head Coach Hayden Seal shared his excitement for Michael’s recognition, saying,
"Michael is a great student-athlete. He is the heart and soul of our team. He never fails to make the entire team bust out laughing. Michael continues to improve as a lacrosse player every day. His plans to continue playing in adult club leagues after high school are awesome to hear."

Congratulations to Michael Zeigler on his incredible accomplishment and for embodying the spirit of Ragsdale Tiger pride!

We loved celebrating our senior men's and women's lacrosse players!

Ragsdale High School is proud to announce that senior standout Owen Robinson has officially etched his name into the Ragsdale Baseball Records Book, recording his 270th career strikeout during last night’s thrilling 4-3 victory over Northwest Guilford in the 4A Metro Conference Tournament.

Robinson’s milestone moment is the latest in a historic season. Earlier this month, he also notched his 100th career hit on April 15, 2025, adding to an already remarkable list of achievements. With the postseason in full swing, Owen continues to be one of the leaders for the Tigers both on the mound and at the plate.

Head Coach Donnie Maness reflected on the historical weight of Robinson's accomplishment: “We are all very proud of Owen and his tremendous accomplishment. We have had many great high school pitchers at Ragsdale over the years, so to be the strikeout king here is such a cool thing. It just shows how consistently good Owen has been in his time here.”

Athletic Director Deborah Jones emphasized the significance of the moment for the school and community: “This is a truly special moment for Ragsdale Athletics. Owen represents the best of what it means to be a student-athlete—dedicated, humble, and team-focused. His accomplishments inspire not only his teammates but the entire Ragsdale community. We couldn’t be prouder.”

As the season continues, Robinson’s numbers are expected to rise, and so too is his place in Ragsdale’s baseball legacy. With each game, he’s not just helping the Tigers win—he’s writing history

The Ragsdale High School Women’s and Men’s Track Teams delivered strong performances at the 4A Metro Conference Track Meet held last night. The women's team secured an impressive 3rd place overall, while the men's team finished 8th in a highly competitive field.

Several athletes stood out with exceptional efforts and top finishes across a variety of events. Leading the way were two outstanding freshmen who captured individual conference titles.

Elle Dawson completed a rare and remarkable sweep in the distance events, winning the 3200 meters, 1600 meters, and 800 meters — an extraordinary achievement that earned her three 1st place finishes. On the men’s side, freshman Kingston McDonald took home the conference championship in the 400 meters, showcasing his speed and potential on the big stage.

In addition to these standout victories, several other Tigers made major contributions:

• Mackenzie Stevenson raced to 2nd-place finishes in both the 100-meter and 200-meter dashes, highlighting her speed and consistency.
• Faith Thomas, a junior, secured 2nd place in the 800 meters, and also placed 3rd and 4th in the 1600-meter run, demonstrating endurance and competitiveness in the distance events.
• Serena Lambert added valuable points by finishing 3rd in the 800 meters and 5th in the 400 meters, rounding out a strong showing for the women’s middle-distance squad.
  
  

A huge shoutout goes to our coaches and athletes who remained focused and resilient despite an hour-long delay due to lightning and storms in the area. Their ability to stay mentally prepared and perform at a high level after such a disruption speaks volumes about their discipline and determination.

“What makes this meet so special is the combination of young talent and experienced leadership,” said Coach Platt, head coach of the track and field program. “These athletes have worked incredibly hard, and their results reflect their commitment to excellence.”

Ragsdale Athletics is proud of our student-athletes and coaching staff and looks forward to strong postseason performances as the teams advance toward regional competition.

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.
• May 6, 2025: Cap and Gown photos (sign up link HERE)

• 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 NEXT WEEK (May 11) to sign up to volunteer!

Thank you for your support,

Linda Honeycutt

DESSERTS AND TREATS NEEDED: Teacher Appreciation Week is coming soon! Help us show our Ragsdale Teachers and Staff how much we appreciate them and all they do for our students. Please see the signup HERE for donations needed. Items may be dropped of in the front office Monday, April 28th thru Wednesday, May 7th. Thank you for your support!

THANK A TEACHER: Also, at the main office, we will have cards so that you can write a note of thanks to our amazing teachers. Don't have time to drop by? Put your information HERE and we will write the card for you! Students will have cards available at lunch and at the main office.

Week of May 4

Teacher Appreciation Week!

AP Exams Week 1

Monday, May 5

• 9am: Golf @ Skybrook Golf Club
• 5:45pm: PTSA Meeting (Media Center)
• 6:00pm: Soccer vs. Western
• 6:30pm: Booster Club (Media Center)

Tuesday, May 6

• Cap and Gown Photos by appt. only
• 12:15pm: Basketball visit @ JMS
• 3:45pm: Volleyball interest meeting (Media Center)

Wednesday, May 7

• 6:00pm: Soccer vs. Northern

Thursday, May 8

• 7:00pm: Chorus Concert

Friday, May 9

FUTURE EVENTS

May 5-16: AP Exams

May 15: Instrumental Spring Concert

May 20: Instrumental Spring Concert

May 31: Free Sports Physicals!

PROM

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

GRADUATION

Practice: June 9 @ 1pm

Graduation: June 11 @ 7:30pm