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Highlights:
Introducing
Mr. Johnson!
Calendar Changes
Due to ISTEP+
Upcoming
Calendar
Highlights
Volunteer
Opportunities
Support RHS by
shopping at
Kroger!
ENROLLMENT
QUESTIONS?
Call Ms. Young at
317-231-0010 ext.
16106
RIVERSIDE HIGH SCHOOL A Second Campus of Herron High School
Weekly UpdateFebruary 3, 2020
Dear Riverside Families,
I am so pleased to make an introduction in this week’s newsletter. We have added a new member to our leadership team at Riverside High School! Mr. Bryson Davis-Johnson has joined us as a Dean of Students. Mr. Johnson (as we will refer to him) will join the office of the Assistant Head of School to support positive school culture and student development. He comes to Riverside High School after serving as a teacher and basketball coach at Perry Meridian High School. Prior to Perry, Johnson spent three seasons with the University of Indianapolis men’s basketball team as an assistant coach while he pursued a graduate degree in sport management. Before relocating to Indy, Mr. Johnson taught and coached basketball in Illinois. Mr. Johnson was a student athlete for most of his own educational career. He played one year of Division III basketball at Millikin University in Decatur, Illinois, before receiving his undergraduate degree from Eastern Illinois University. A native of Champaign, Illinois, Johnson played four years of basketball at Centennial High School. As a high school senior, Johnson was the co-captain of a team that went on to win the IHSA class 3A state championship.
Throughout the interview process, Mr. Johnson made an impression with his warm demeanor, obvious work-ethic and ambition, and relational skill.
At Riverside, Mr. Johnson will work alongside our leadership team to support student success. Specifically, Mr. Johnson will spearhead building and maintaining positive school culture, including student leadership development, interpersonal skill building, conflict mediation, and problem solving. We are thrilled to welcome Mr. Johnson to the Argonaut family! Look for upcoming opportunities to meet Mr. Johnson; we can’t wait for him to get to know your families, too!
I hope to see many of you at Parent Teacher Conferences on February 12 and 13, from 3:00 – 7:00.
Please note upcoming calendar changes, too, for March 5, 6, and April 16, 17. These will be our ISTEP testing days for 10th graders, and 9th, 11th, and 12th graders will have e-learning days from home.
Go Argonauts!
Katie Dorsey – Head of School [email protected] 317-231-0010 ext. 16101
Upcoming Calendar Highlights
FEBRUARY Saturday, Feb 1 Winter Dance 7:00 PM Friday, February 7 Freshman Recognition Coffee 8:30 AM Friday, February 7 ICS Winter Theatre Production 7:00 PM Saturday, February 8 ICS Winter Theatre Production 7:00 PM Sunday, February 9 ICS Winter Theatre Production 2:30 PM Monday, February 10 Family Support Team Meeting 5:00 PM Wednesday, February 12 Early Dismiss 1:30 Parent Teacher Conferences 3-7 Thursday, February 13 Early Dismiss 1:30 Parent Teacher Conferences 3-7 Friday February 14-17 NO SCHOOL – Presidents Weekend Parent/Guardian Volunteers Needed for Soirée Committee We are still looking for volunteers to help us plan our 5th Annual Soirée. Soirée is ICS’ flagship fundraising event and a very special night for parents, faculty and ICS supporters to get to know one another. Contact Michelle Melton at [email protected] if you would like to participate.
Upcoming Calendar Change Due to state required ISTEP+ Grade 10 testing, there is a change to our upcoming school calendar. March 5th, March 6th, April 16th and April 17th are now ISTEP+ Testing days. Sophomores will be on a half day to complete ISTEP+ testing; more information and your Sophomore's specific testing time to follow. Freshmen, Juniors, and Seniors will have an e-Learning day on those days.
In the past we have been able to complete ISTEP+ Grade 10 testing in a three-hour window that only required a delayed start to the school day. However, this year the ISTEP+ Grade 10 assessment has been extended by about an hour and therefore our delayed start procedure is not a viable option. After considering multiple solutions, we have decided this is the best option for our students. State testing accountability for future years is still undetermined, but it is unlikely this calendar change will be necessary in the future. We will keep you informed when we have more information.
The purpose of this notice is to give you as much advance notice as possible so that you can plan ahead for these days. More detailed information will be communicated at a later date. Please contact Mr. Hauser or Mr. Henseleit in the office of Academic Accountability with any questions. Thank you!.
Riverside High School Family Support Team RHS’ Family Support Team meets every SECOND Monday at Riverside High School from 5:00 – 6:00 PM:Monday, February 13, 2020 Monday, March 9, 2020 Monday, April 13, 2020 Monday, May 11, 2020 Monday, June 8, 2020 July 2020 – No Meeting
JOIN INDIANAPOLIS CLASSICAL SCHOOLS SCHOLARS in Tlaxcala, Mexico!
Cultural Immersion and Student Exchange with Instituto Indpendencia
ICS has a wonderful relationship with the private school Instituto Independencia in Tlaxcala, Mexico! Your scholar will be able to travel to Tlaxcala as an exchange student while at Indianapolis Classical Schools. This is just one of many international travel opportunities your student will have as an ICS scholar!
APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE AT STUDENT SERVICES NOW!!! (Also attached to the bottom of this newsletter)
ICS scholars in Tlaxcala March 21-April4
Independencia students in Indianapolis May 15-30th.
Contact Robin Knop-Mires [email protected] or ask Ms. Gilbert [email protected] , Ms. Bonnin [email protected] or Mr. Westerfeld to learn more about this wonderful opportunity for ICS Scholars! APPLY TODAY!
ICS Theatre Department presents “A Doll’s House,” a Modern Classic The ICS Theatre Department will present A Doll’s House, February 7th 8th (7 pm) and 9th (2:30 pm) at Herron High School’s black-box theater on the 2nd floor in Russell Hall.
Featuring a talented cast and crew from both Herron and Riverside High School under the direction of Mary Lou Szczesiul and technical artistry/guidance of Matthew Cunningham and Arden Tiede, the 1879 classic reveals the story of the awakening of a young woman who ultimately leaves her marriage, children and home to ‘find herself’ while still trying to find the words for something that she knows is terribly wrong.
The iconic play by Henrik Ibsen (aka the “father of modern theater realism”), is considered significant for the way it explores the fate of women, who at the time lacked reasonable opportunities for fulfillment in a male-dominated world. While playwright Ibsen insisted he must, “disclaim the honor of having worked for the women’s rights’ movement … not wishing to make propaganda,” he defined his task to be even more monumental -- “a description of humanity.” The play remains a modern classic.
Tickets are $5.00 for all ICS students, faculty and staff, $5.00 for all other students ages 8 to 18, and $10.00 for adults. Tickets are available at the door one hour prior to each performance.
Performance Dates and Times:
Friday, February 7th @ 7pm Saturday, February 8th @ 7pm Sunday, February 9th @ 2:30pm
Location: Herron High School, 110 East 16th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202 (2nd floor, Russell Hall)
Interested in Substitute Teaching? We are always interested in adding to our list of substitute teachers. If you are passionate about education and have at least two years of college, we’d love to have you sign up as a substitute teacher at Herron High School and Riverside High School. Please contact Cheryl West for info.
RHS Uniform Exchange Families wishing to sell, purchase or trade gently used Riverside High School Uniforms can join the Riverside High School Uniform Exchange on Facebook. Go to https://www.facebook.com/groups/2309506375836210/ or do a search for “Riverside Uniform Resale” in Groups. You must request to join the group. Free Version of Microsoft Office 365 Available for All Students All students may sign up for a completely free version of Office 365, which includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote and Microsoft Teams, plus additional classroom tools. Students will need to use their school email address to enroll. Please visit the school website for registration details in the Classroom Tools section or click the link here.
How You Can Help Riverside High School at NO COST to you!!
Before Shopping for your Thanksgiving Meal,
please register your Kroger Card and Choose
ICS as your designated donor organization.
Indianapolis Classical Schools takes part in the
Kroger Community Rewards Program.
Through this initiative, Kroger donates a
percentage of your grocery bill to our school
every time you use your Kroger Plus Card – at
NO cost to you! The program will not cost you anything or affect your fuel rewards in any way. Please
take a few moments today to sign up for this program here:
▪ Go to www.Kroger.com
▪ Click the “Save” tab at the top of the page
▪ Click the “Kroger Community Rewards” link
▪ Follow the “I’m a Customer” link
o If you already have an online Kroger account, sign in
o If you don’t yet have an online Kroger account, click “Create an account”
▪ Once you’ve established or signed into your online Kroger account, search for Indianapolis
Classical Schools OR our Kroger organization number, MD414 in the “Find an Organization”
window.
▪ Next, click the “Enroll” button under Indianapolis Classical Schools, and you’re enrolled!
→ Be sure to scan your Kroger Plus Card, or enter your Alt ID with every purchase!
The Indianapolis Classical Schools Fund
It takes many resources to establish & sustain the excellence that Herron High School and Riverside
High School have attained. However, ICS faces the ongoing challenge of achieving this with fewer
resources than other public schools receive.
As public charter schools, we only get a portion of the funds that it takes to provide a world-class
education - with an incredible faculty, dedicated one-on-one attention for every student, enrichment
opportunities like field trips, extracurricular clubs & athletics, and global travel opportunities… and it’s
not enough.
This year, we must raise more than $400,000 to meet our operating gap and we need your help! We
ask you to give generously as you are able with a gift to The Indianapolis Classical Schools Fund.
We established The Indianapolis Classical Schools Fund as our annual fundraising initiative to meet
this need. 100% of every gift you make will directly benefit the scholars of Herron High School &
Riverside High School.
Your gift will help to provide the financial support needed to attract and retain the best teachers, finances maintenance and upkeep on our historical campuses, and allows us to offer our award-winning classical, liberal arts curriculum. In the past, these funds have helped to purchase team uniforms and classroom furniture, provide for transportation to events such as the Indiana Ethics Bowl competition, pay the royalties for the school musical, or purchase bus passes for scholars who need them. The fund also supports our emergency fund, which has assisted scholars and their families with utility bills, groceries and housing in times of crisis.
Throughout the year, you’ll receive appeals to give to The Indianapolis Classical Schools Fund. Please choose to support our scholars as you are able. We depend on your support!
Visit http://www.riversidehighschool.org/give/ to make a gift.
If you have any questions, please contact Robin Knop-Mires, Director of Community Outreach and
Annual Fund, at mailto:[email protected] or 317-231-0010 ext. 16118.
Indianapolis Classical Schools Parent/Student Handbook
Now online at https://www.riversidehighschool.org/families/forms-policies/student-parent-handbook/ or just go to
riversidehighschool.org and search for handbook.
School Medical Office
Health forms can be found on the school website at: https://www.riversidehighschool.org/families/forms-
policies/student-wellness/ In addition to the typical services provided by a School Nurse, our school
medical staff also offers Sports Physical Exams. To arrange for a physical, please stop by or call the
Nurse’s office at 1-317-231-0010 ext. 1163.
IndyGo Bus Routes
If you are incoming student or a returning student who has moved over the summer, IndyGo provides
a trip planning service on their website. For route information, visit IndyGo for route information.
Indianapolis Classical Schools’ Board of Directors Meetings
Indianapolis Classical Schools’ Board of Directors meets regularly on the third Tuesday of alternating
months. The next meeting will be March 17, 2020 at 7:30am and will take place in the Riverside High
School conference room.
HAVE YOU FOUND RIVERSIDE ON THE WEB?
Visit our website: www.riversidehighschool.org
Follow us on Instagram:
@rhsadmin
@herronhighindy2
Like us on Facebook:
Riverside High School, Indianapolis
Follow us on Twitter:
@RiversideHSIndy
RHS Athletics:
@RHSArgonauts
Tlaxcala Student Exchange Application 2020
Please contact Robin Knop [email protected]
Atticus Westerfeld [email protected]
This form must be completed by the parent or guardian of the student applying for the cultural exchange program. The
student applying must write an essay about why this experience would be beneficial, also meet all requirements to
participate in the exchange, and the family must also be willing to be visited at home by an administrator of Herron High
School.
REQUIREMENTS:
● Application and Essay
● Fall 2016 Semester GPA of 2.5 or higher
● In good behavioral standing at Herron
● Home Requirements and Financial Ability
Students must include a two page essay (double-spaced, MLA format) explaining why the student believes
they should participate in this exchange program. Please staple and attach it to this application.
Student Name: ___________________________________________________________________
Student Email: _______________________________________________________________
Household Parent/Guardian Name:
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Phone: ___________________________________ Email: _________________________________
Home Address: ___________________________________________________________________
City: ____________________ State: ______ Zip: _______ Number of people in your home: _______
Evaluation Questions
1. Why does your student want to experience cultural exchange?
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2. Has your student traveled outside of the United States in the past? Where and for how long?
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3. Will your household be able to host a student from Tlaxcala, Mexico for the two weeks when our exchange is
reciprocated? Will you be able to transport the student to related fieldtrips and to school for two weeks?
Please describe if this will be a hardship for your family but how you will resolve it.
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4. There will be times when both your student and family will need to be flexible, culturally sensitive, and
accommodating to your guest. Please explain in detail your family’s ability to adjust to different situations and
your student’s ability to adjust to cultural differences?
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5. Would the exchange student be sharing a bedroom in your home, student must have own bed not own room.
If so, with whom?
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6. Do you feel that your home is suitable for a two week exchange situation? Explain.
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7. Why do you believe that your student will benefit from cultural exchange?
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8. Please describe your student’s strengths and weaknesses. Please describe your student’s ability to compromise
and adjust to new situations.
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9. Please understand that your student will be attending school, cultural events, local events, and living in a home
with a student from Instituto Independensia in Tlaxcala, Mexico for two weeks. Is there any reason why you do
not believe that your student is ready for such a unique experience or factors which you might believe will
complicate the exchange?
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10. The trip will require airfare, extra spending money and a current US Passport. The student must be in good
academic standing to participate. The student will also be expected to meet weekly prior to leaving for Tlaxcala
for informational meetings, Spanish lessons (most all speak English), and other related fundraising events. Will
your student be able to meet these qualifications and will you be able to financially support your student in this
exchange?
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11. Academically, do you believe your student will be able to miss a week of school and still be successful? Please,
explain.
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12. Please list any questions or concerns you might have about the cultural exchange with Tlaxcala.
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Dates and Cost:
Ten to fifteen Herron High School students, and faculty members, will participate in our exchange experience
in the spring of 2020 from approximately March 21st to April 4th in Tlaxcala, Mexico (Dates are tentative)
Insituto Independencia students will be here in May dates are still tentative..
Students from Independencia will come to attend Herron High School and experience our great city for two
weeks in May, 2020. Faculty will host the visiting faculty and students will host the students in their homes.
Please understand that this is step one of a lengthy process. Please encourage your student to write his or her
personal statement as soon as possible. We hope to have completed the process and determined the student
eligibility before winter break.
The total cost for the trip last year was $1,590.00. This includes air fare and the cost of events put on at
Herron. This year, costs are expected to be similar with a variation of less than $100.00. While your student is
in Tlaxcala, the host family will provide all meals, snacks and will also pay for all activities planned for your
student. The cost of the trip does not include extra money for souvenirs or gifts.
Please feel free to contact the people below with questions regarding Tlaxcala or Instituto Independencia.
Atticus Westerfeld: [email protected]
Robin Knop: [email protected]
www.institutoindependencia.com
