Riley Recap - VOLUME 6 ISSUE 3
James Whitcomb Riley's Newsletter
RILEY RECAP - VOLUME 6 ISSUE 3
September 2, 2026
From the Desk of Principal Henderson
Greetings, Wildcats!
It has been a great start to the school year, and we hope to keep the momentum going! Thank you for your continued hard work, dedication, and commitment to making Riley High School a great place.
Let’s continue to work together, support one another, and make this a successful school year.
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:
Educate the whole student
90 % Graduation Rate and 95% Attendance
Implement Restorative Justice/Social-Emotional Learning
Prepare our scholars to be College and Career Ready
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.
Riley High School Goals
Educate the whole student
90 % Graduation Rate and 95% Attendance
Implement Restorative Justice/Social-Emotional Learning
Prepare our scholars to be College and Career Ready
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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Happy Labor Day
No School on Monday, September 7, 2026
Remembering September 11
As September 11 approaches, we take a moment to remember the lives forever changed by the events of September 11, 2001. We honor the nearly 3,000 people who lost their lives and recognize the courage and sacrifice of the first responders, service members, and countless individuals who helped others during and after that tragic day.
2026 Fall Homecoming
August 31, 2026 - September 4, 2026
2026 Fall Homecoming Court
We Are Riley (The Faculty & Staff)
Welcome to the Riley Family
Dr. Erica Foster (Administrative Team)
Tia Chapo (Building Secretary)
Elijah Arzadon (Spanish )
Mr. Appleby (Plato Teacher)
Ms. Danielle Schroeder (Life Skills)
Mr. Kevin Liddell (Science) & Cross Country Coach
Nurse Robin Flora
Miriam Lopez (Special Education)
Det. Bueno
Town Hall Meeting Presentations
Senior Pictures & Underclassmen Retakes
Survey for the Strategic Planning.
BUZZ IN THE BEND
Staff, Visitor, and Student Parking
For safety of Faculty, Staff, Visitor, and scholars, we ask that you adhere to the parking, pick up and drop off expectations.
STAFF & Visitor parking (One-Way)
Enter off Fellows and Exit Off Rush
Student parking & Parent Pick Drop Off/Pick Up is at the parking lot across from the Football Field.
Office Hours
SBCSC Student Cell Phone Directive
Get Involved!!!!!!!
Join RHS PTO!
Join RHS Booster Athletic Club
Riley room 138
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Mark your Calendar "Trivia Night"
Athletic Events
The Week of August 31 - September 11, 2026
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