The Golden Knight
January 10, 2025
The school year is off to a great start, and our campus is already buzzing with activity. From sports to band to clubs, students are engaged and making the most of their high school experience. For those still looking for ways to get involved, our annual Club Fair will take place during Lunch and Learn on Wednesday, September 24.
Looking ahead, Homecoming Week will be celebrated from September 29–October 3. Please see the details below for spirit week activities and the Homecoming Dance.
Back-to-School Night
Back-to-School Night will be held on Thursday, September 18, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Families should bring their student’s Day 1 schedule. This event gives families the opportunity to follow an abbreviated version of their student’s schedule and learn more about each class. If you have specific questions about your child, please reach out to their teacher by email to schedule a meeting.
Attendance Reminders
As a reminder, any student that needs to leave the building during the day must have a note from a parent. Early dismissal requests must be submitted by 8:30 a.m. via email or written note and include student information, reason, and parent contact. Students must pick up a pass before leaving and sign out at the Attendance Office. After 8 unexcused early dismissals, the student will be issued a detention.
General Reminders:
- School starts at 7:30 am, all students must be in their 1st period class at this time. Students arriving after 7:30 am must enter through the Main Entrance and receive a pass from the Attendance Office. After 8 unexcused lates, the student will be issued a detention.
- Lateness is only excused with documentation for specific reasons (doctor, court, funeral).
- Family vacations require pre-approval (max 5 days per year), and college visits must follow the official process.
- Cumulative absences are limited; beyond certain thresholds, doctor’s notes are required.
- Rustin High School is no longer using Pickup Patrol. Please follow the guidelines on the website for attendance related issues.
Grade Level Administrators
Dr. Maggie Hunt- Principal, Grade 9
Dr. Tricia Pardini-Assistant Principal, Grade 10
Mrs. Kristen Chastain-Assistant Principal, Grade 11
Dr. Corey Fields-Assistant Principal, Grade 12
Counselor Assignments
Colleen Demers – A–Da
Shaz Brown – De–Hy
Grace Barry – Ia–McG
Casey Cerullo – McH–Sca
Heather Selgrath – Sch–Z
September 1- School Closed
September 17- Common Lit Assessment all grades during extended lunch and learn
September 18- Rustin Open House (6:30)
September 22- Half-Day; PM Teacher Inservice
September 23- Schools Closed
October 2- School Closed
October 3- Homecoming Pep Rally and Homecoming Game
October 4- Homecoming Dance
October 10- Picture Day
October 16- PSAT
October 17-Half-Day; PM Teacher Inservice
October 20- Teacher Inservice, Schools Closed
November 4- Teacher Inservice, Schools Closed
November 13- Picture Retakes
AP Test Registration is now open. Don't miss out. Students must register in PowerSchool for the tests they WANT to take and pay for. Directions are attached here. Please direct any questions to Tanna Whitton twhitton@wcasd.net
Deadlines:
- PowerSchool Registration October 3rd 2025
- AP Classroom October 3rd 2025
- Payment in PaySchools Central October 24th 2025
The SAT Prep Course is open to all WCASD students and taught by instructors trained specifically in test-taking strategies for the SAT. Our students have significantly benefited from these courses over the past 12 years, and the SAT scores prove it. The classes are held in the evening over Zoom.
This year, there will be three separate 8-week sessions and one 4-week mini course. Classes meet twice a week online from 6:00 - 8:00 pm and are open to all WCASD students. The courses are timed to directly support the national testing dates.
Session One: Begins October 7, for the December 6, 2025 SAT
Session Two: Begins January 20, for the March 14, 2026 SAT
Session Three: Begins March 10, for the May 2, 2026 SAT
Mini-Session: Begins May 5, for the June 6, 2026 SAT
At the end of the course and before the actual exam, all enrolled students in the course will take an in-person simulated SAT exam at West Chester East High School. The results are graded and provided to the students before the next class.
Please visit the East PTO Website for more information and to register: https://www.wceastpto.org/all-sat-prep-courses
Attendance Policy
Regular attendance is essential for your student’s academic success and overall learning. To report an absence, email RHSattendance@wcasd.net within 3 days of your student’s return, including their name, date, and reason. Absences without timely documentation will be marked unexcused.
Early dismissal requests must be submitted by 8:30 a.m. via email or written note and include student information, reason, and parent contact. Students must pick up a pass before leaving and sign out at the Attendance Office. After 8 unexcused early dismissals, the student will be issued a detention.
General Reminders:
- School starts at 7:30 am, all students must be in their 1st period class at this time. Students arriving after 7:30 am must enter through the Main Entrance and receive a pass from the Attendance Office. After 8 unexcused lates, the student will be issued a detention.
- Lateness is only excused with documentation for specific reasons (doctor, court, funeral).
- Family vacations require pre-approval (max 5 days per year), and college visits must follow the official process.
- Cumulative absences are limited; beyond certain thresholds, doctor’s notes are required.
Activity Fair
West Chester Rustin High School offers over 100 clubs, activities, and sports for students to have opportunities to get involved in. Rustin High School will host the RHS Club & Activities Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 24th during extended Lunch and Learn period in Main Gym).
Looking to form a new club? Visit Mr. Landgraff or Mrs. Kropp in the Athletic Office outside of the main gym for a New Club Proposal Form.
Rustin High School Clubs, Activities, and Sports: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCBFLz4F9sX0FI81lzlyYzCNSLdd9h-WZWBNVcIUbEs/edit?usp=sharing
