November Newsletter

Dear Families,

We are thankful for you!

As we prepare to take time off from school for the Thanksgiving break, we want to share our gratitude for everyone in our school community. Your partnership makes it possible for students to come to school every day, on time and ready to learn.

Every day of school is an important opportunity for students to connect with peers and teachers, and to grow personally, socially and academically.

We are thankful for:

• Our students and their families who show up to school regularly, even when it isn’t easy.
• Our staff who go above and beyond to help make school a welcoming learning environment and help us stay safe, connected and excited about learning.
• Our many healers and helpers from support staff and volunteers who provide the extra hands and attention our students need.

We are grateful for everyone’s efforts to avoid taking extra days off during this holiday season.

Thank you for partnering with us!

November 4th: Early Release (Day ends at 1:00pm)

November 6th: Quarter 1 Report Cards Emailed to Families

November 11th: NO SCHOOL, Veterans Day

November 18th: Early Release (Day ends at 1:00pm)

November 26th-27th: NO SCHOOL, Thanksgiving Break

December 9th: Early Release (Day ends at 1:00pm)

December 23rd-January 1st: NO SCHOOL, Christmas Break

January 15th: In-District Transfer Requests DUE

January 15th: End of Quarter 2/Semester 1

January 27th: Early Release (Day ends at 1:00pm)

ATTENDANCE LINES

Last Names A-K: 701-746-2409

Last Names L-Z : 701-746-2410

When excusing your student:

1. Call the attendance line and leave a message.

2. Please note student name (first and last), reason for absence, and length of leave.

*All students, regardless of their age, must have a parental/guardian call to leave during the school day.

When excusing your student DURING a class period

1.Call the attendance line and leave a message.

2. Advise student of the time of the dismissal.

3. Have student inform teacher at the beginning of the class, what time they need to leave.

4. Have Student sign out in the office.

*Please note: We DO NOT call into the classrooms to remove the student unless an emergency situation arises. It is the students' responsibility to communicate with their classroom teachers. We are trying to limit the interruption of calls or notes into the classroom. We appreciate your cooperation.

When excusing your student for EXTENDED (3 plus days) time

1.Call the attendance line and leave a message.

2. Advise student to stop into the office prior to absence and pick up a "Pre-Arranged Absence" form.

3. Student will take their form to each teacher for approval.

4. Student will return completed form to the main office.

Everybody wants to win. But what does winning actually mean? Is it the final score, a championship trophy, a personal best, a grade on a test, or something much bigger? The truth is, winning comes in many forms, and it isn't always easy to recognize in the moment. It is tough. It creates doubt and fear, challenges us in ways we can't always explain, and pushes us well beyond our comfort zones. There are days when the work feels endless, the results don't come, and we question whether all the effort is worth it. So why chase it? Because choosing not to chase something better is choosing to settle. Whether in the classroom, on the court, on the stage, or in our everyday interactions, the pursuit of winning is about refusing to settle for what is comfortable or easy.

As we move through another busy stretch of the school year, I encourage all of our students, staff, coaches, and families to be proud of the work being done every day. Trust the process, even when the results aren't immediate. Celebrate the small victories, learn from the difficult days, and recognize that growth doesn't always come with a grade, a score, or a trophy. Winning is found in the relationships we build, the challenges we overcome, the standards we hold ourselves to, and the way we represent Red River. Don't get so caught up in reaching the destination that you forget to enjoy the journey. Be proud, trust the process, and make the most of each day. That's what winning is all about.

Go Riders!

Mr. Tyler Nelson

NEW Athletic Scheudling-One app. Every game. Every team. Beginning with the 2026-2027 athletic season, Red River High School, along with schools throughout the EDC and State, will be using Arbiter Live as the official scheduling platform. Download the Arbiter Live app to access the most up-to-date game schedules, locations, directions, and any schedule changes throughout the year. Stay connected and never miss a moment of Roughrider athletics!

Note: Friesen's yearbooks will be sending information via email to purchase.

All In-District Transfer Requests for the 2027-28 school year are due to the district office by January 15, 2027. Requests are based on class sizes, specialized caseloads, along with the students' current grades, attendance, and behavior. Completing the form does not guarentee the request will be approved. Also, please note that capacity concerns can reverse the current placement decision.