Riley Recap - VOLUME 5 ISSUE 2
James Whitcomb Riley's Newsletter

RILEY RECAP - VOLUME 5 ISSUE 2
August 8, 2025
From the Desk of Principal Henderson
Dear Riley Parents, Guardians, and Scholars,
We are only a few weeks away from welcoming you back to another electrifying school year! I am so excited to see you all again and kick off a year full of learning, growth, and success.
Let’s get ready to work hard academically, educationally, emotionally, and athletically. This year holds great potential, and I know we’re going to achieve amazing things together.
Let’s make it a great year, Wildcats!
I can promise you the best of myself for your students each and every day. Please do not hesitate to contact me at shenderson2@sbcsc.k12.in.us if you have any questions or concerns during the year.
Our Goals:
1) Educate the Whole Student
2) Building Meaningful Relationships
3) A 95% attendance rate
4) A 90% graduation rate
We greatly appreciate the value that each and every one of our scholars and families brings to Riley. WE ARE THE PRIDE OF THE SOUTHSIDE! WE ARE #RILEYSTRONG!
Sincerely,
Shawn Henderson
#proudprincipal
Vision and Mission Statement
Riley High School Vision Statement
Riley High School is a student-driven organization fostering ownership and excellence in education. Our team is committed to our students and our community.
Riley High School Mission Statement
Riley High School, in partnership with our families and community, provides all students with a rigorous and equitable education, celebrates each student’s background and identity, and engages the whole student to be a lifelong learner and a responsible, active citizen of the community.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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SBCSC Transparent (Clear) Bag Policy
Back to School Night
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
6pm - 7:30pm
Attention Seniors
ADD/DROP Days
All schedules will be mailed to each scholars home for the 2025-26 school year.
Riley High School will be hosting ADD/DROP Day on the dates listed below to accommodate our scholars' needs for success.
August 14, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
August 15, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
August 18, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Offices will be closed from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
These dates and times are to accommodate the following situations:
new student with no schedule
An incomplete schedule or dual classes scheduled
a student who attended summer school and needs schedule adjustments
Seniors who need specific courses for graduation requirements
ALL other situations will be addressed once school begins by emailing your counselor.
Over the Edge
I kindly ask for your support as I go "over the edge" for Youth Service Bureau. I will rappel down the side of the Robertson's building to show my support for youth that live on the edge of homelessness. I will be going head to head with Mr. Seitz, the principal of Adams High School. Let's beat Adams! Go Wildcats!
Help Principal Henderson defeat Adams, Principal Seitz for a great cause!
DINE TO DONATE FOR RILEY HIGH SCHOOL
Please help support Riley Awesome Teachers on September 17, 2025 between 11 am. - 11 pm.
SBCSC Official School Start Date
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
School Supplies
These are just general supplies you need to start the 2025-26 school year. Each teacher will also provide a more specific supply list.
SBCSC 2025 - 26 District Calendar
Riley High School 2025 - 26 Office Hours
Riley High School 2025 - 26 Bell Schedule
2025 - 26 Picture Days
Underclassmen Yearbook/ID (During these dates, Seniors will also take pictures for their school IDs)
Friday, August 22, 2025
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Senior Yearbook Photos (Select from 3 head shots)
$5.00 Sitting Fee Charge
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Business Attire
Picture Make Up Day
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Order Forms
Threat Detectors
"Threat detectors will be used daily as an additional safety measure to help protect students, faculty, and staff."
Fall Sports & Band
If you are interested in being part of Band or a Fall Sport, please contact the coaches below to gather information about their schedules.
Boys Soccer
Coach John Boye
Girls Soccer
Coach Diana Gonzalez
BAND
Mr. Vogele
Volleyball
Coach Warren Bynum
Football
Coach Darrick Lee
Boys & Girls Cross Country
Coach Bernard Packard
Boys Tennis
Coach Ray Suth
Girls Golf
Coach Shawn Jenkins
Flag Football
Coach Danielle Six
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