The Tiger Times

Good Evening Tigers,

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

There is no school Monday, January 20, 2025 in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

EOC & CTE State Exams Exams will be on January 21 through January 24. State exams include Math 1, Math 3, English II, Biology, Child Development, Business Management I, Health Science I, Business Essentials, & Financial Planning I. Remember, all final exams are 20% of your child's course grade. If you or your child have any questions, please reach out to the school. We will not allow movement or checkouts until exams are complete for all students. An announcement will be made schoolwide when exams are complete.

If any changes are required to our week due to weather, we will let you know.

If your child missed a a Teacher Made Exam or District Made Exam last week, please have them reach out to their teacher to arrange for a make up exam.

Second Semester will start January 28th! Please reach out if you have any questions about your child's schedule for Semester 2. Final schedules will be given out the first day of the semester in homeroom.

Check our our website and our newsletter for the most up to date information on Ragsdale events!

We look forward to seeing you Tuesday!

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

Tiger Times Week of 1/19/25: https://secure.smore.com/n/ajxwuf

• We have the best students and staff here at Ragsdale! The teachers did an amazing job pivoting to remote instruction and then pushing our exams back. Then, our students SHOWED UP and finished their classes strong! We are excited to see their hard work pay off on their exams.
• Shout out to our Swim Team who celebrated their Class of 2025 team members this week!
• Let's hear it for our Athletes of the Week- Elle Dawson and Serena Lambert!

Do Not Disturb.. we are busy reviewing, being awesome, and showing off all we have learned this semester!

Baseball season is coming, and the team isn't letting a snowy field stop them.

Ragsdale honored our Senior Swimmers Friday Night at the Ragsdale YMCA! Thank you families and Coach Ladka for making it such a special night!

State Exams will begin on Tuesday, January 21 and end on Friday, January 24. There will be no make up exam day. It will be very important for students to attend their exam and attend on time each day as we are NOT able to make up state exams after January 24.

If we have any further major weather issues, changes will be communicated ASAP.

Please find our REVISED schedule in this newsletter, on our website, and on Social Media.

Guilford County Schools is excited to announce that our schools can now accept online payments from parents through SchoolCash Online, available at https://Gcsnc.schoolcashonline.com. By minimizing cash and check payments at our schools, we can increase safety & security in the schools, allow staff to focus on students, and make life more convenient for teachers and parents:

• Keep track of your child's school items and activity fees
• Check your account history
• View and print receipts
• Pay for school fees with a simple click

Please take 5 minutes to register at https://Gcsnc.schoolcashonline.com, so you will receive notifications of upcoming events and items involving your child, including: field trips, yearbooks, spirit wear, athletic fees, and more. Enjoy the convenience of making payments from the convenience of your phone, home or office.

Guilford County Schools Counseling Services has partnered with shift_ed, College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC), and Mount Zion Higher Education Resource Ministry for a groundbreaking event for families. This event will take place on February 4th from 5 pm to 8 pm at First Horizon Coliseum to provide FAFSA assistance, scholarship information and on-site admissions opportunities. To register for this event please go to shift-ed.info/HBCU.

Seniors who are members of SECU, or have a parent that is a member of SECU, are eligible to apply for a scholarship. Please see the flyer below and Ms. Bradley in counseling for more information!

Ragsdale PTSA is looking for active members! PTSA Meetings are the first Monday of each month at 5:45 in the media center, right before our Athletic Booster Club Meeting.

What do we need from our PTSA Members? to be THOUGHT PARTNERS! We want to provide teacher and student support but first we have to decide on HOW. Come on out and help us make decisions!

Want to support just by doing your regular shopping? Click the links below and connect Ragsdale to your Harris Teeter or Lowes Card!

• Cart 2 Class | Together We Can Feed Hungry Minds | Lowes Foods Grocery Stores
• Together In Education - Harris Teeter

Want to donate? Click on GIVEBACKS.

• Givebacks

Ragsdale Tiger Theatre is excited to announce their new adventure into Audio Theatre. Their Spotify page is now LIVE and they have posted their very 1st radio play!

Ragsdale Audio Theatre and Ragsdale Orchestra present The Untimely Demise of William Shakespeare written by our very own Brianna Day! Listen HERE.

Mr. Oldham with the Ragsdale Orchestra and Ragsdale Tiger Theatre teamed up to do an original work that they hope you enjoy. Orchestra did all the music and Honors Theatre did the rest! Stay tuned for the first season of the podcast dedicated to helping students navigate life in high school and beyond. It premieres in February!

Please FOLLOW on Spotify and share the link.

Elle Dawson and Serena Lambert Shine at Southwest Invitational Meet

The Southwest Invitational Indoor Track meet at JDL highlighted the exceptional talents of Ragsdale High School athletes, Elle Dawson and Serena Lambert, who have been named Ragsdale High School Athletes of the Week for their outstanding performances.

Freshman Elle Dawson finished first in the 1000-meter race with an impressive time of 3:15 and also secured first place in the 1600-meter with a time of 3:14. Her remarkable achievements have set a high standard for her peers.

Fellow freshman Serena Lambert also showcased her talent, finishing second in the 1000-meter race with a time of 3:24. Additionally, Lambert contributed to her team's success by scoring points in the 500-meter, where she finished fifth with a time of 1:25.

Head indoor track coach, Simeon Platt, praised both athletes, stating, "Elle Dawson is a remarkable athlete! I just watched along with others in awe! She will be dominant for years to come! Serena Lambert doesn’t duck any competition put in front of her! She greets every opportunity with a smile and runs every race like it’s her last!"

These athletes exemplify the dedication and passion that define our track program, and their performances continue to inspire teammates, fellow athletes, and the community.

Basketball concession need help- please sign up to support basketball concessions!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090F48A4AF2DA46-46422196-winter

Ragsdale High School is excited to announce a mandatory parent meeting for all parents and guardians of students interested in participating in spring sports. This meeting will provide essential information and ensure a smooth start to the upcoming athletic season.

Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2025

Time: 6:00 PM

Location: Cafeteria

During the meeting, parents will have the opportunity to:

1. Meet the Coaches: Get acquainted with the dedicated coaches who will be leading the Ragsdale Athletics Winter Sports teams. This is a perfect chance to ask questions and learn about their coaching philosophies.

2. Learn about Dragonfly: Become familiar with Dragonfly, the online platform used for managing student-athlete information. We will guide you through the process of uploading and completing the necessary documentation to ensure your child's eligibility for tryouts, which will begin on October 30, 2024.

3. GCS Pay-to-Play Fee: Our school treasurer, Abie Honrado, will be present to collect the $45 GCS pay-to-play fee. Please come prepared to make this payment to secure your child's participation in Ragsdale Athletics Fall Sports – Cash or Check Only.

4. Meet the Athletic Trainer: We are thrilled to introduce our athletic trainer, Chelsea LaFluer. She will be on-site to discuss her vital role in providing medical support and care for Ragsdale Athletics. Parents will have the opportunity to ask questions and gain valuable insights into the well-being of our student-athletes.

5. Expectations and Roles: Our Athletic Director, Deborah Jones, will go over the expectations and roles of spectators, parents, coaches, and athletes. This discussion aims to ensure a positive and enjoyable experience for all involved in Ragsdale Athletics.

This meeting is required for all parents and guardians of potential winter sports participants to attend this crucial meeting. Your presence and active involvement will contribute to the success of our athletics program and the overall high school experience for your child.

Winter Schedule- One Pager

Please check our website for the most up to date information!

The Guilford County Public Health Department has issued the notice below for updated COVID-19 isolation recommendations per CDC recommendations. Most specific to GCS is that the isolation period for those who get sick has been reduced to isolating at home away from others until 24 hours after symptoms improve and fever subsides without medication. After isolation, the individual should continue with enhanced prevention strategies for the next five days, such as wearing masks, maintaining distance, and improving hygiene and air quality.

The new Parent Portal Access Request form is now live. Parents/Guardians will use the form to request access to the PowerSchool Parent Portal, request assistance with creating an account, or have their password reset. Look for the form on GCS Media Brief, Guilford Parent Academy’s website, or Ragsdale's website under the Parent tab.

PowerSchool Parent Portal Access Request Form

Week of January 19

Monday, Jan 20- Dr. MLK Jr. Day (No School)

Tuesday, Jan 21: State Exams Block 1

• 4:00pm: Swimming @ GSO Aquatic Center

Wednesday, Jan 22: State Exams Block 2

• 6pm: Wrestling @ Southwest

Thursday, Jan 23: State Exams Block 3

Friday, Jan 24: State Exams Block 4

• 5:00/6:00/7:30pm: Basketball vs Northern Guilford

Saturday, Jan 25

• 9:00am: Wrestling @ Page
• AFROTC Completion Ceremony

FUTURE EVENTS

Jan 27: Teacher Work Day (no school for students)

Jan 28: Second semester begins

Jan 29: 4:30pm: Spring Coaches Meeting (Media Center)

Jan 29: 6:00pm: Spring Athlete Parent Meeting (Required- Cafeteria)

Feb 3-7: National School Counseling Week

Feb 7: EOS Luncheon

GRADUATION

Practice: June 9 @ 1pm

Graduation: June 11 @ 7:30pm