Rowland High School
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Events for the Week of August 25 to 30
Monday - 8/25
Girls Flag Football vs. Buena Park (JV & VR) - Away
Tuesday - 8/26
Boys Water Polo vs. Los Altos (JV & VR) - Home
Girls Tennis vs. Bonita (VR) - Home
Girls Tennis vs. Bonita (JV) - Away
Girls Volleyball vs. Southland Christian (VR) - Home
Wednesday - 8/27
Girls Flag Football vs. Sierra Vista (JV & VR) - Away
Thursday - 8/28
Boys Water Polo vs. Mark Keppel (JV & VR) - Home
ELAC Meeting @ 5:30 p.m.
Football vs. Wilson (JV) - Away
Football vs. Miller, A.B. (FR) - Home
Girls Tennis vs. Ruben Ayala (VR) - Home
Girls Tennis vs. Ruben Ayala (JV) - Away
Girls Volleyball vs. Ontario (FR, JV & VR) - Home
Parent Academy @ 6:30 p.m.
Friday - 8/29
Aloha Dance @ 9:00 p.m. in the Gym
Football vs. Wilson (VR) - Home
*For times, updates, and more information, go to our Calendar*
John A. Rowland High School is a Best High Schools Winner
John A. Rowland High School earned high National and metro-area rankings in 2025-2026 Best High School, which U.S. News released this week. Rowland High School is ranked 228th within California. Students have the opportunity to take Advanced Placement® coursework and exams. The AP® participation rate at John A. Rowland High School is 47%. The total minority enrollment is 97%, and 69% of students are economically disadvantaged. John A. Rowland High School is 1 of 3 high schools in the Rowland Unified School District.
John A. Rowland High School is ranked #1,668 in the National Rankings. Schools are ranked on their performance on state-required tests, graduation, and how well they prepare students for college.
FBLA Nationals
This summer, we had 5 Rowland High students who qualified and had the opportunity to compete at the FBLA National Conference. The following students were in attendance: Alvin Li, Shia Wong, Arthur Liang, Syeira Shew, and Ian Minarto.
Arthur Liang was the one Raider to place top 10 in the country for his event; he competed in Cyber Security.
It was a great experience networking and collaborating with Future Business Leaders from across the country. We are looking forward to another successful year!
2025 FCCLA National Leadership Conference
The 2025 FCCLA National Leadership Conference (NLC) took place in Orlando, FL, from July 5-9, 2025, drawing more than 10,000 students, educators, and guests from across the nation. This gathering provided a valuable platform for attendees to expand their leadership skills, sharpen their talents, explore career pathways, and listen to inspiring speakers.
We are thrilled to share that the following 23 competitors proudly represented Rowland High School at the FCCLA National Leadership Conference in Orlando, FL. They competed in the following STAR Events and achieved a remarkable medal in recognition of their outstanding performance.
The students' project, seen below, exemplifies their dedication, creativity, and commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of others. Their accomplishment at the national level is a testament to their hard work, teamwork, and unwavering passion.
- Chapter Service Project Display (level 2) - Bronze: Jasmin Lo and Makayla Olazo - 10th
- Event Management (level 2) - Gold - 12th place: Alfred Chow - 10th
- Focus on Children (level 3) - Bronze: Simin Chen - 11th
- Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation (level 3) - Gold - 14th place: Weiss Lee - 11th and Connor Park - 12th
- Interior Design (level 3) - Gold - Veronica Loh - 12th and Wan Ling Lin - 11th
- Nutrition and Wellness (level 2) - Silver: Jonathan Song -10th
- Nutrition and Wellness (level 3) - Gold - Top 10 - 2nd place: Xiulan Chen, Lily Ding, and Wan Ting Wu - 11th
- Professional Presentation (level 2) - Gold - Top 10 - 8th place: Aiden Chintavuthipong, Fiona Lee, and Tsz Ching (Tracy) Xiao - 9th
- Professional Presentation (level 3)- Silver: Haley Kim and Steven Tomlinson - 11th
- Sports Nutrition (level 2) - Silver: Curtis Cheng and Azaleah Oriondo - 10th
- Instructional Video Design - Gold - Top 10 - 9th place: Xiaowen Huo, Celina Poon, and Elaine Tao- 11th
- Knife Skills Competitor: Harrison Lucero - 10th
We also took along with us…
3 REGION OFFICERS:
Weiss Lee - Newly elected REGION 9 President
Haley Chow - Newly elected REGION 9 VP of Community Service & Programs
Sara Chor - Newly elected REGION 9 VP of Development & Finance
3 STATE OFFICERS:
Anna Lee - 11th, Newly elected STATE VP of Public Relations
Rebeca Guevara Galo - 10th, Newly elected STATE VP of Programs
Aiden Ho - 11th, Newly elected STATE VP of Program Development
We are thrilled to share that THREE teams earned TOP 10 in the NATION this year! They are:
Nutrition and Wellness (level 3) - Gold - Top 10 - 2nd place:
Xiulan Chen, Lily Ding, and Wan Ting Wu - 11th
Professional Presentation (level 2) - Gold - Top 10 - 8th place:
Aiden Chintavuthipong, Fiona Lee, and Tsz Ching (Tracy) Xiao - 9th
Instructional Video Design - Gold - Top 10 - 9th place:
Xiaowen Huo, Celina Poon, and Elaine Tao - 11th
Parent Academy
Dear Rowland Raider Families,
We are looking for parents/guardians and students who are interested in serving on the RHS School Site Council.
The RHS School Site Council is responsible for the school improvement plan, assesses its effectiveness, and approves the school budget. Members include the principal, five teachers, two staff members, four parents, and four students for a two-year term. Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of every month at 3:45 p.m. and will be held in person on campus. We will vote for the School Site Council during Back to School Night on Thursday, September 4th.
Meeting Dates:
- September 9
- October 14
- November 12 (Wednesday)
- December 19
- February 10
- April 7
- May 12
If you want to serve on the School Site Council, please email kreese@rowlandschools.org before August 29th.
Manifest Mondays
On Monday, wear College, Trade, or Career Shirts/Hoodies
Link Crew Tailgate
Link Crew invites all freshmen students to attend a tailgate on Friday, August 29th from 3:45 to 6:00 p.m.
Ready for Football Season?
Aloha Dance
After the first football game, don’t miss the Aloha Dance in the gym from 9:00 to 11:00 p.m.! Come dressed in your best tropical attire and enjoy a fun night of music, dancing, and school spirit with your friends.
Non-Discrimination Statement
The Rowland Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and in employment. Rowland Unified prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical information, national origin, parental status, pregnancy status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. If you believe you, or your student, have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying you should contact your school site principal and/or the District's Chief Compliance and Title IX Officer, Silvia Rivas, by phone at (626)854-8392, by email at srivas@rowlandschools.org, or in person at Rowland Unified School District at 1830 Nogales Street, Rowland Heights, 91748.