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Riley Recap - VOLUME 5 ISSUE 14

James Whitcomb Riley's Newsletter

Riley Recap - VOLUME 5 ISSUE 14 James Whitcomb Riley's Newsletter
Riley Recap -VOLUME 5 ISSUE 14James Whitcomb Riley's Newsletter

RILEY RECAP - VOLUME 5 ISSUE 14 RILEY RECAP - VOLUME 5 ISSUE 14

March 14, 2026 March 14, 2026

From the Desk of Principal Henderson From the Desk of Principal Henderson

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Dear Riley Parents, Guardians, and Scholars,


We have now reached the end of the third grading period. Parents, guardians, and scholars will receive report cards during our Parent/Teacher Conferences on Thursday, March 19, 2026. This is a great opportunity to meet with your scholar’s teachers and discuss their academic progress.


As we enter the fourth grading period, I want to encourage all scholars to stay focused and make any adjustments needed to ensure success. There is still time to finish the year strong.


Please do not hesitate to contact your scholar’s teachers or an administrator if you need additional support with your scholar’s academic success.


Thank you for your continued commitment to Riley High School and to your scholar’s success. Together, we will continue to grow and achieve great things.


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:

1) Educate the Whole Student

2) Building Meaningful Relationships

3) A 95% attendance rate

4) A 90% graduation rate


We greatly appreciate the value that each and every one of our scholars and families brings to Riley. WE ARE THE PRIDE OF THE SOUTHSIDE! WE ARE #RILEYSTRONG!


Sincerely,

Shawn Henderson

#proudprincipal

Vision and Mission Statement 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.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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Exit Pass Policy/Expectations
ATTENDANCE POLICY
2025-2026 Scholarship Opportunities
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RILEY ATHLETICS - COACH CONTACTS
2025 -26 SBCSC CALENDAR
Riley High School 2025 -26 Bell Schedule
Riley High School 2025-26 Dress Code Policy

Important Student Pick Up Announcement Important Student Pick Up Announcement

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Riley High School Parent/Teacher Conference Riley High School Parent/Teacher Conference

Thursday, March 19, 2026

Riley High School Parent/Teacher Conference

4:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Please enter through Door #1

#GoWildcats

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RHS Presents Visual Art Showcase during Parent/Teacher Conference

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Spirit Wear Sale Spirit Wear Sale

Spirit Wear Sale during Parent Teacher Conferences

Thursday, March 19th 4:30-7:00pm

Cash or Credit (Transaction Fee Applies)

Items range from $5-$50

Buy some new gear to show your pride of the South Side!

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South Bend Schools Media Program Wins State “News School of the Year” South Bend Schools Media Program Wins State “News School of the Year”

For the seventh consecutive year, the student media team has earned top honors in the state, being named “News School of the Year” for the third time and “Video School of the Year - 1st Runner Up” for the second time. They received 16 awards and honorable mentions. These rankings are determined by accumulated points from student placements in the competition’s five divisions: News, Video, Radio, Sports and Emerging Media.

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School of the Year Awards

News School of the Year - South Bend Community School Corporation
Video School of the Year – 1st Runner-Up - South Bend Community School Corporation


1st Place

Video Magazine – “Kids in the Bend” – SBS-TV Media Team

Radio Spot Production - Eli Bueno-Pedraza

Radio In-Depth - Aayla McCann

Video Package - Treylen Criglear

Field Reporter - Jesse Brownlee


2nd Place

Video Magazine - “Buzz in the Bend” - SBS-TV Media Team

Corporate Video - Eli Bueno-Pedraza

Radio In-Depth - Elijah Young


3rd Place

School Newscast - SBS-TV Media Team

Video Package - Elijah Young & Leo Abrajan

Photojournalism - Cooper Harradon

Video Copywriting - Alyssia Montgomery

Video Show Open - Greg Harris


Finalists

Television News Anchor – Jesse Brownlee
Radio News Anchor – Cooper Harradon

Honorable Mentions

Radio Copywriting - Leo Abrajan

Video Spot Production - Felipe Sanchez & Bruce Thompson

Corporate Video - Cooper Harradon

A full playlist of our award-winning 2026 videos

John Berta Athletic Scholarship John Berta Athletic Scholarship

Click Here to submit your Application

A $500 one-time Scholarship will be awarded to one male and one female Riley Senior Athlete.

The deadline is Monday, April 27

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Athletic College Commitment Athletic College Commitment

Riley High School Girls XC and Track standout, Annika Retana signs her letter of intent to continue her athletic and academic career at Manchester University!

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Happy National Athletic Trainer Month Happy National Athletic Trainer Month

Thank you, Ms. Jenny Dsyzkiewicz

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Happy National School Social Worker Week Happy National School Social Worker Week

March 2 - March 6, 2026

Thank you, Mr. Jackson and Intern Ms. Scales

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GEAR UP College & Civic Exploration Trip GEAR UP College & Civic Exploration Trip

Indiana University Indianapolis

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RHS Drama Club present "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" RHS Drama Club present "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee"

March 13 & 14th @ Riley 7pm

March 15th @ Riley 2:00pm

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Free Water Safety Clinic Free Water Safety Clinic

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RHS Information Night & Engineering Innovation Fair RHS Information Night & Engineering Innovation Fair

SAVE THE DATE!!!

April 23, 2026

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Youth Symposium Youth Symposium

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IHSWCA Regional Coach of The Year IHSWCA Regional Coach of The Year

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Three Years of 20 straight win Seasons Three Years of 20 straight win Seasons

Congratulations, Coach Daniel

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Boys Soccer New and Incoming Players Parent Meeting Date! Boys Soccer New and Incoming Players Parent Meeting Date!

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Girls Soccer Conditioning Girls Soccer Conditioning

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High School Voter Registration High School Voter Registration

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Just Show Up Parent & Family Expo 2026! Just Show Up Parent & Family Expo 2026!

Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026, 10AM-2PM

Location: Former Clay High School Building - 19131 Darden Rd, South Bend, IN 46637

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SAVE THE DATE & Support Riley Band SAVE THE DATE & Support Riley Band

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9th Hour (Credit Recovery) 9th Hour (Credit Recovery)

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Pathway 2 Success Tutoring Pathway 2 Success Tutoring

This is an opportunity for scholars in need of additional support!

Monday - Thursday

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Upcoming Events Upcoming Events

3/14 - 3/28/2026

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Click Here to purchase all Athletic events tickets

RHS Graduation /Senior Awards Dates & Times RHS Graduation /Senior Awards Dates & Times

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Follow us on Social Media Follow us on Social Media

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SchoolMessenger Quick Tip South Bend Community School Corporation SchoolMessenger Quick Tip South Bend Community School Corporation

See something say something! This site allows you to keep school administration aware of any potential harm mentally or physically.

Click Here to access QuickTip
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Riley High School Website Riley High School Website

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WE ARE #RILEYSTRONG
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