The Tiger Times

This is Noel Keener, the proud principal of Ragsdale High, with this week's updates.

Interims will be emailed out on Tuesday. Please be on the lookout for the email to be informed of your student's progress.

In quarter two, all students were reset with 15 SmartPasses for the quarter. Students can use the restroom during all passing periods and lunch as well. Appointments can be made to meet with counselors.

On either December 2, 3, or 5, select seniors will be taking 3 WorkKeys assessments. Each assessment is 55 minutes long. This assessment measures skills required for success in the workplace, and help measure the workplace skills that can impact job performance. Successful completion of WorkKeys core assessments can lead to earning an ACT WorkKeys® National Career Readiness Certificate™ —a credential that verifies the skills found to be most essential (and sometimes required!) across industries and occupations. Seniors are eligible to take it if they are, or are expected to be, a CTE Pathway completer.

As a reminder, all Ragsdale students are provided a free breakfast and lunch. Students who stay after school may also be provided snacks. We do not accept outside food deliveries during the school day.

There will be no school Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday of this week. Enjoy your time with family and friends!

Please see our calendar on our website for the most up to date information and for game and practice schedules.

We look forward to seeing you Monday at 8:55!

Thank you , have a great week, and, as always, TIGER PRIDE!

Tiger Times Week of 11/24/24: https://secure.smore.com/n/ua6mz

• Congratulations to our NHS inductees and our NHS Sponsors, Hailey Adair and Karen Johnson, for a successful ceremony!
• Ms. Roberson's Dancing with the Stars fundraiser was praised as an excellent example of school fundraising in EdWeek!

• 15 students participated in an outdoor adventure with lots of physical activity and new experiences at the SkyWild Ropes Course at the Greensboro Science Center. Shout our to Ms. R. Moore and Coach Popek for getting our students MOVING!
• We had excellent representation at Chorus All-County on Tuesday by 15 chorus members.
• Our 10 orchestra students also did a fabulous job repping Ragsdale at their All-County!
• Ms. Kuennen's class enjoyed a presentation from Debra Mullis on local government. Debra Mullis is a fellow with Lead for North Carolina through Americorps and got students interested in working in local government.
• Our National Honor Society inducted 32 seniors on Wednesday.

What a great afternoon! Ragsdale had six scholar athletes commit to their college this past Tuesday! Thank you Coach Maness, Coach Braswell and Coach Jones!

Braden Bradford - Baseball - Guilford College

Carter Dulin - Baseball - Barton College

Dillon Bullard - Baseball - University of Mount Olive

Owen Robinson - Baseball - High Point University

Dillon Askew - Baseball - Pitt Community College

Ethan Lam - Soccer - UNCG

Sunset at The 'Dale

• Select seniors will be taking the WorkKeys assessment either December 2nd, 3rd, or 5th. The assessments measure foundational skills required for success in the workplace, and help measure the workplace skills that can affect job performance. Successful completion of WorkKeys core assessments can lead to earning an ACT WorkKeys® National Career Readiness Certificate™ —a credential that verifies the skills found to be most essential (and sometimes required!) across industries and occupations. Seniors are eligible to take it if they are, or are expected to be, a CTE Pathway completer.

• Chess Club meets Monday after school in A113! You should join us!
• Are you a freshman who wants to get involved, but doesn't know where to start? Join Senior Buddies today where we help freshman with getting to know the school, activities, games, and big opportunities for volunteering! We meet every first Friday of the month and have breakfast in the mornings at 8:30!

Ragsdale PTSA is looking for active members! PTSA Meetings are the first Monday of each month at 5:45 in the media center, right before our Athletic Booster Club Meeting.

What do we need from our PTSA Members? to be THOUGHT PARTNERS! We want to provide teacher and student support but first we have to decide on HOW. Come on out and help us make decisions!

Want to support just by doing your regular shopping? Click the links below and connect Ragsdale to your Harris Teeter or Lowes Card!

• Cart 2 Class | Together We Can Feed Hungry Minds | Lowes Foods Grocery Stores
• Together In Education - Harris Teeter

Want to donate? Click on GIVEBACKS.

• Givebacks

Congratulations to our athletes who signed letters of intent to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level!

Braden Bradford - Baseball - Guilford College

Carter Dulin - Baseball - Barton College

Dillon Bullard - Baseball - University of Mount Olive

Owen Robinson - Baseball - High Point University

Dillon Askew - Baseball - Pitt Community College

Ethan Lam - Soccer - UNCG

We are thrilled to announce that Hart Adams has been recognized as Ragsdale Athletics' Athlete of the Week for his outstanding performance three weeks ago. Hart, a junior forward on our men's soccer team, scored the winning goal in a thrilling match against Grimsley, leading the Tigers to a 2-1 victory.

This impressive win not only showcased Hart's skill on the field but also secured a home playoff game for the Tigers, who qualified for the NCHSAA playoffs after finishing third in the 4A Metro conference.

Hart's journey back to the field has been nothing short of inspiring. After suffering a concussion earlier in the season, he demonstrated incredible determination and resilience in working hard to return to play alongside his teammates. Our dedicated athletic trainer, Chelsea LaFluer, played a crucial role in Hart's recovery, ensuring he was fully prepared to make his comeback.

Congratulations, Hart, on this well-deserved recognition! Your hard work and dedication to the team exemplify the spirit of Ragsdale Athletics.

The Guilford County Public Health Department has issued the notice below for updated COVID-19 isolation recommendations per CDC recommendations. Most specific to GCS is that the isolation period for those who get sick has been reduced to isolating at home away from others until 24 hours after symptoms improve and fever subsides without medication. After isolation, the individual should continue with enhanced prevention strategies for the next five days, such as wearing masks, maintaining distance, and improving hygiene and air quality.

Fall GCS Final Exam Testing Window: January 9-24, 2025

Spring GCS Final Exam Testing Windows: May 27-June 9, 2025

The new Parent Portal Access Request form is now live. Parents/Guardians will use the form to request access to the PowerSchool Parent Portal, request assistance with creating an account, or have their password reset. Look for the form on GCS Media Brief, Guilford Parent Academy’s website, or Ragsdale's website under the Parent tab.

PowerSchool Parent Portal Access Request Form

Week of Nov 24: Week 4 Lunch Supervision

Monday, Nov 25

Tuesday, Nov 26

Interim Reports Go Home!

• 5pm/6pm/7:30pm: Basketball @ Eastern

Wednesday, Nov 27: No School

• 9am: Wrestling @ Eastern

Friday, Nov 29: No School

FUTURE EVENTS

December 2, 4, & 5: WorkKeys Assessment (select seniors)

December 2: PTSA (5:45pm, Media Center); Booster Club (6:30 pm, Media Center)

December 3: Homeroom; Chick Fil-a Spirit Night

December 12 & 13: Winter Dance Concert

December 17: Instrumental Winter Concert

December 19: Chorus Concert

GRADUATION

Practice: June 9 @ 1pm

Graduation: June 11 @ 7:30pm