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What a week! Spring is in full bloom, pollen has overtaken the air and we are full-fledge into Spring Sports, Activities and Fine Arts Events!

We have something incredible to celebrate in Bryan County, and it wouldn’t be possible without the dedication of our students, staff, and families. Thanks to your continued support and commitment to excellence, Bryan County Schools has achieved an outstanding GOSA Single Score of 88.6—ranking us 6th out of 181 districts in Georgia! Even more exciting, Richmond Hill High School earned an impressive 90.6, reflecting the hard work and dedication of our students, teachers, and families all the while remaining one of the top schools in the state of Georgia.

What is the GOSA Single Score?

The Georgia Office of Student Achievement (GOSA) Single Score is derived from multiple key indicators that reflect a school district’s overall performance. These include:

• Student Achievement – How well students perform on state assessments.
• Student Progress – Growth in academic performance over time.
• Closing Gaps – Success in reducing disparities among different student groups.
• Readiness – College and career preparedness, including participation in advanced coursework.
• Graduation Rate – The percentage of students successfully completing high school.

This comprehensive measure highlights both academic excellence and continuous improvement, ensuring schools are not only meeting expectations but also striving for ongoing success.

The Power of Parent Involvement

This achievement is a direct result of the strong partnership between our schools and our families. Parental involvement is a cornerstone of student success, whether it’s supporting academics at home, encouraging extracurricular participation, or staying engaged with your child’s progress.

One of the most effective ways to stay connected is by regularly checking PowerSchool for updates on grades and attendance. This tool serves as an essential line of communication, helping parents:

• Monitor academic progress
• Address attendance concerns early
• Engage in meaningful conversations with teachers
• Support their child’s educational journey

Looking Ahead: 2025-2026 and Beyond

As we celebrate these accomplishments, we also look ahead. Our district is preparing to roll into the 2025-2026 school year with exciting new opportunities, growth, and a continued commitment to excellence. With new initiatives and a shared vision for student success, your engagement will be more important than ever.

Thank you for being part of the Bryan County Schools family. Together, we are setting the standard for excellence!

Upcoming Dates

Student Holiday - March 17 & March 18

Spring Break - March 31-April 4

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Senior Specific Information Website

• May 8th – Senior Exams (3rd and 4th block)
• May 9th – Senior Exams (1st and 2nd block)
• May 15th – Senior Meeting
• May 16th – Graduation Practice
• May 16th – Graduation; Half Day for All Students

As a reminder, all items needing to be dropped off for students need to funnel through the East office. Please don't drop off items outside of any other entry points or use the back bus ramp as an ease of convenience. We are happy to serve you and maintain the safety of our students on campus with your assistance in following these procedures.

Thank you!

(From left to right) Bruno Waga Okada, Macey Smith, Isabela Chieffi, Stacy Armour, Kalina Dobreva, Zoey Wadsworth

Congratulations to our GHP Semifinalists! The Governor's Honors Program is a highly selective summer residential program that provides gifted high school students with advanced educational experiences in various academic and artistic disciplines. These students have undergone multiple rounds of extensive competition amongst their peers to make it this far! We wish them luck this weekend at the semifinalist audition & interview event housed at Georgia Southern University- Statesboro Campus

THE RICHMOND HILL HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELING TEAM IS HONORED TO HOST A PARENT & STUDENT QUESTION AND ANSWER SESSION WITH CDT DYLAN OVERBEY, A 2022 RHHS GRADUATE AND CURRENT MEMBER OF THE 2026 CLASS AT THE UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY-WEST POINT. DYLAN WILL SHARE HIS ACADEMY EXPERIENCES, PROVIDE INSIGHT ON THE APPLICATION PROCESS, AND ENCOURAGE STUDENT INTEREST IN SERVICE ACADEMIES, ON 13 MARCH AT 3:15 PM IN THE EAST CAMPUS MEDIA CENTER.

INTERESTED STUDENTS AND PARENTS SHOULD RSVP VIA THE LINK PROVIDED ON THE SCHOOL COUNSELING WEBSITE, SEATING WILL BE LIMITED.

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The 2025 Georgia Scholar Program application window is open from January 8-March 1. Applications are due by 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 1, 2025. Contact Ms. Miles (dinah.miles@bryan.k12.ga.us) in the Counseling Suite, room 516, for additional assistance. Application and important details can be found HERE.

At the age of 16, Georgia requires that your student receive the booster to the MCV4 vaccine.

If they do not receive the MCV4 booster on or after the age of 16, their immunization record, Certificate of Immunization (Form 3231), will expire.

If you have not already scheduled an appointment for your student to get their vaccines updated, please contact your healthcare provider or the Bryan County Health Department at 912-756-2611 to arrange the MCV4 booster.

Meningococcal disease is a serious bacterial illness that affects the brain and causes shock, coma and death within hours of the first symptoms. Georgia law requires students be vaccinated against this disease.

Please provide an updated copy of the Certificate of Immunization (Form 3231) once the MCV4 booster is completed. This document will become a part of your student’s permanent record once it is received by the RHHS clinic staff.

Contact your healthcare provider or the Bryan County Health Department with any questions related to the MCV4 Booster.

Check out what's happening in the media center!

Check out the latest edition of the Fine Arts Newsletter with some great features on two of our amazing Seniors!

Click below for the latest and greatest from RHHS Athletics!

RHHS Athletic Newsletter

We know staff members at RHHS go the extra mile - we want to hear about it! When a staff member makes you/your student feel special or does something exceptional, YOU can give them a shoutout and in return, the PBIS team will send them a treat!

RHHS has a strong team of school counselors to support our students. Students are assigned a counselor based on their last name. All school counselors at Richmond Hill High School will provide developmentally appropriate counseling services based on data-driven practices to remove barriers to students' academic achievement and promote a safe and secure environment for all students.

• Amber Crews (A- Carter/AVID)
• Emily Neff (Cartwright-Gelly)
• Tam Daniels (George- Langridge)
• Debbie Kilpatrick (Lanier- Odell)
• Megan McDonough (Offringa- Slaughter)
• Amber Miles (Slusarski- Z)
• Deanna Appleton (DE/5th YR/BA)

For additional information regarding the Richmond Hill High School Counseling Team, please click here!

School times

7:30am-2:25pm/Buildings open at 7am

• Daily Bell Schedule
• A/B Schedule

Office Hours

7:00am-3:00pm

Certificates of Enrollment

Drivers License

Learners Permit

Car-rider/parent drop-off information - Click Here

Bus rider information- Bryan County Transportation Services

School nutrition information-

MySchoolBucks - Online Payment Portal

Students

• Breakfast - $2.50
• Lunch - $3.50

Staff

• Breakfast - $2.75
• Lunch - $4.50

Visitors

• Lunch - $5.00

Questions regarding remaining lunch balances should be directed to Alisa Vallbracht (School Nutrition Director) avallbracht@bryan.k12.ga.us/912-459-5121

Nurse/Clinic information-

Nurses: Taryn Parker (tparker@bryan.k12.ga.us) and Caitlyn Matias (cmatias@bryan.k12.ga.us)

If you should need to discuss health information at length, please call to schedule a meeting. All clinic forms are available HERE. Inhalers and epi pens that are carried by the student must have forms completed by their physician.

Website: https://www.bryan.k12.ga.us/o/RHHS
Location: 1 Wildcat Drive, Richmond Hill, GA, USA
Phone: 912-459-5151
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/richmondhillhigh
Twitter: @RichmondHill_HS