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Athletes of the Week 11/11/24-11/17/24

Athletes of the Week - UEC All-Conference Athletes

Athletes of the Week 10/28/24-11/3/24

Athletes of the Week - Depakakibo, Salgado & Tanny (Cross Country)

Athlete of the Week 10/21/24-10/27/24

Athlete of the Week - Luke Melendez (Football)

RHS Girls Tennis Upstate Eight Conference Champions

Congratulations RHS Girls Tennis – Upstate Eight Conference Champions!!

Athlete of the Week 10/7/24-10/13/24

Athlete of the Week - Anna Yeshchenko (Girls Tennis)

Athlete of the Week 9/30/24-10/6/24

Athlete of the Week - Andrew Paz Ponce de Leon (Cross Country)

Athlete of the Week - Ola Lysanczuk (Girls Varsity Volleyball)

Congratulations to Ola Lysanczuk of the Varsity Volleyball Team

Athletes of the Week - Alex Witkowski & Nicola Covelli

Congratulations to Alex Witkowski & Nicola Covelli of the Varsity Soccer Team!

Athlete of the Week - 9/9/24-9/15/24

Athlete of the Week - Gabriella Grabowski (Girls Tennis)

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Dance Team Tryouts

Dance team tryouts being held on Oct. 29th & 30th 6:15pm-8:15pm

Athlete of the Week - 9/2/24-9/9/24

Athlete of the Week - Luke Melendez (Varsity Football)

Class of 2028 Freshman Family Night

Click here to see what was discussed at this years Freshman Family Night.

2024 Ridgewood Live Event Schedule

Summer School 2024

Information about Ridgewood's 2024 summer school program.

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Athletes of the Week - MSC All-Conference Athletes Spring 2023-24

Athletes of the Week

Ridgewood Summer Camps

Ridgewood Summer Camp Registration

Athlete of the Week 5-20-24-5-25-24

Athlete of the Week - Lilly Pedd (Varsity Softball)

Athletes of the Week 5-13-24-5-18-24

Athletes of the Week - MSC All-Conference

White Coat Ceremony

Triton Certified Nursing Assistant Program

Athlete of the Week 5-6-24-5-12-24

Athlete of the Week - Jayson Lopez (Varsity Baseball)

Ridgewood Student Earns 1st Place in the Congressional Art Competition!

Congratulations, to Ridgewood freshman, Polina Popandopulo, who earned first place in the Congressional Art Competition for her drawing titled, "Best Buddies Down on the Farm."

Athlete of the Week - Marko Miskovic (Boys Volleyball)

Athlete of the Week - Marko Miskovic

Save the Date! The 2024 Illinois Youth Survey is coming in April

The 2024 Illinois Youth Survey is coming in April

Athlete of the Week - Nathaniel Cabrera

Athlete of the Week - Nathaniel Cabrera - Varsity Baseball - 3/18/24-3/24/24

MSC All-Conference student-athletes from the 2023-24 Winter Season

MSC All-Conference

Athlete of the Week 3-11-24 -Ciara Tanny - Track & Field

Athlete of the Week - Ciara Tanny - Track & Field

Athletes of the Week - Boys Varsity Basketball - IHSA Regional Champions

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Athletes of the Week - Niall Kenny & Alex Markiewicz 2-17-24

Congratulations to Niall Kenny & Alex Markiewicz of the Varsity Basketball

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Triton College High School Art Competition

Triton College Art Competition

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Athletes of the Week 2-5-24

Athletes of the Week - Varsity Wrestlers (Islam Khater & Kevin Ta) - IHSA Sectional Qualifiers (2/5/24-2/10/24)

Incoming 9th Grade Information Night Recap

Athletes of the Week (RHS Dance) - 1-22-24

Athletes of the Week - Competitive Dance

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Athletes of the Week 1-8-24

Athletes of the Week - Varsity Cheer - MSC Champions

Athlete of the Week 12-11-23

Congratulations to Caroline Kraus of the Girls Varsity Basketball Team!

Athletes of the Week 12-4-23

Congratulation to Luke Melendez & Kevin Ta!

Athletes of the Week - Varsity Dance - 11/27/23

Congratulations to RHS Varsity Dance!

Athletes of the Week 11/20/23

Athletes of the Week - Girls Varsity Basketball

Athlete(s) Of The Week Sept 19

Congratulations to the Ridgewood Dance Team!

Fall Season All-Conference Athletes - 11/6/23

Athletes of the Week - Fall Season All-Conference Athletes - 11/6/23

Athletes of the Week 10/23/23

Athletes of the Week - Boys Soccer & Football - 10/23/23-10/28/23

Athlete of the Week 10/16/23

Athlete of the Week - Boksa, Tanny & Depakakibo - MSC All-Conference (Cross Country)

Athlete of the Week 10/9/23

Congratulations, to the Boys Varsity Soccer team on attaining the honors of MSC Conference Champions for 2023-24!

Congratulations to our Athlete of the Week, Eliza Genis! Eliza is a Senior on the Girls Varsity Volleyball team and is a consistent contributor, on and off the court. She currently leads the team in kills, kill percentage and kills per set. In addition, she is second on the team in total blocks.

Athlete Of The Week Sept 25

Athlete of the Week - Olena Kushyna (Girls Tennis) - Congratulations to Olena Kushyna of the Girls Varsity Tennis Team!

Athlete(s) Of The Week Sept 18

Athletes of the Week - Boys Cross Country - 2nd place at Riverside Brookfield Invite

Athlete of The Week - Sept 15

Congratulations to Brianna Rostescu on her outstanding performances in the past couple of weeks while representing Ridgewood as an individual golfer! On August 30th, Brianna golfed at River Bend Golf Course in Lisle and had the top score for the day, shooting a 40 (4 over par).

Athlete of The Week - Sept 1

to Denis Dvoretskiy of the Ridgewood Varsity Soccer Team! Last week, the Rebels started on the road with a tough contest at Niles North. Performing poorly, it was no surprise that the boys left Niles North with a loss. However, the team bounced back in the next couple of home games, earning a co

Freshman Family Night

Video from our freshman family fun night!

Athletes of The Week - Aug 25

#RHSREBELPRIDE

Ridgewood Fall Sports Information

2023 Fall Sport Season Information

Senior Class Orientation

Orientation for the Senior class will be held on Aug. 15th, from 1:00pm-3:00pm.

New Student Orientation

New Student orientation for Freshman and Transfer students will be held on Aug. 15th from 8:00am-12:00pm

Freshman iPad Pickup

iPad pickup is scheduled for August 9th from 1:00pm-7:00pm. Please enter through door 2. The entrance is in the front by the flagpoles. Pickup will be in the Collaboration Center.

Cyber Kick Off

Big things happening at Ridgewood High School, get involved today!

Athletic Physical Day

Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Athletic Summer Camps

Don't miss out on the summer 2023 athletic camps!

Athletes of the Week - May 29

#RHSREBELPRIDE

Lifetouch Photos from 2023 Graduation

Information on how to obtain graduation photos.

2023 Summer Reading & AP Work

This summer we want students to read something FUN!

Athlete of the Week - May 22

#RHSREBELPRIDE

SENIORS - Decision Day Tailgate

Join us Monday, May 22 during your lunch periods!

After-School Computer Science Program

Celebrating the Success of Our Four-Month After-School Computer Science Program

Celebrating the Educator Pathway Students

We are thrilled to honor the achievements of RHS students who have successfully completed the rigorous courses at Northeastern Illinois University.

Athletes of the Week - May 15

#RHSRebelPride

2023 Academic Award Ceremony

May 11, 2023

Athletes of the Week - May 8, 2023

Congratulations to the Girls T&F MSC All-Conference Athletes!

RHS Students Place in Congressional Art Competition

Congratulations to Megan Pecaro and Saivone Otero!

STEAM Fair at Leigh School

The Future Educator Club, led by Tristan Kumor, organized a STEAM fair at Leigh Elementary School on Friday, May 5, 2023.

Site Visits Happening at RHS

Competency Education & Career Pathway Showcases During Site Visits to RHS

METT COHORT

This cohort allows students, as they learn reading, writing, communication skills along with science and math, to see the reason for learning and the relevancy.

RHS Senior is Navy Bound

RHS Senior, Danielle Herrera was 1 of 14 females in the country accepted and enlisted into the Navy for the Class of ’23.

Athletes of the Week - May 1

#RHSRebelPride

Athletes of the Week - 4/24/23

#RHSRebelPride

Athletes of the Week - April 17

#RHSREBELPRIDE

Annual Ridgewood 5k

May 12th, 2023 @ Ridgewood High School - 5pm

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2023 Rembrandt State Art Competition

#RHSRebelPride

Athlete of the Week - April 10, 2022

#RHSRebelPride

Alumni Profile: Rachel Koller Croft

Rachel Koller Croft, a RHS 2004 grad, works full-time as a Novelist and Screenwriter.

STEAM Youth Summer Camp - Oakton College

In-person & virtual options

Athlete of the Week - 4/3/23

#RHSRebelPride

Secretary of State's Mobile ID Unit

Join us on April 20, 2023!

After-School Computer Science Course

CS programming offered to 5th-12th grade students

Athlete of the Week - March 20, 2023

#RHSREBELPRIDE

Athlete of the Week - 3/13/23

#RHSRebelPride

Athlete of the Week - 3/6/23

#RHSRebelPride

ZAPS Testing 2023

Don't miss this opportunity!

Athletes of the Week - 2/20/23

#RHSRebelPride

Athlete of the Week - 2/13/23

Congratulations, Alyssa!

2023 8th Grade Information Night

Did you miss 8th Grade Information Night? Watch it now!

Triton College HS Art Competition

Come support our students on Wednesday, February 15, 2023.

Athletes of the Week - 2/6/2023

#RHSRebelPride

Athlete of the Week - 1/30/23

Congratulations!

2023 Summer Opportunities

Take a look at our offerings for this summer!

Athlete of the Week (1/23/23)

#RHSRebelPride

Athletes of the Week - 1/16/23

Congratulations to Varsity Cheer!

Athlete of the Week - 1/9/22

Congratulations! #RHSRebelPride

ESSER III- USE OF FUNDS

Athlete of the Week - 1/2/23

#RHSRebelPride

Cyber Premiere Night Recording

Did you miss the in-person event? Watch it now!

Rotary Club Scholarship

Seniors - apply today!

Parent University - 12/2022

Audio video for Parent University in December 2022.

Athlete of the Week - 12/12/22

#RHSRebelPride

Athlete of the Week - 12/5/22

Congratulations! #RHSRebelPride

Athletes of the Week - 11/28/22

Congratulations, Varsity Boys Basketball!

Cyber Security Premiere Event

Come learn about the NEW Cybersecurity programs starting in 2023!

Athlete of the Week - 11/21/2022

Congratulations, Marie Clancy!

Athlete of the Week - November 14

Congratulations to the RHS Competitive Dance Team!

Athlete of the Week - 10/24

Good luck in the playoffs!

Athlete of the Week - 10/17

Congratulations to our MSC All-Conference Cross Country runners!

Interact Club Coat Drive

The Ridgewood Interact Club is running a coat drive in support of homeless Veterans from 10/10 to 10/26.

Athlete of the Week - 10/10

Congratulations, Varsity Tennis!

ESSER III Plan 2022-2023

This document is to serve as the Ridgewood High School District #234 continuity of services plan for the safe reopening of schools in the 2022-2023 school year.

Athlete of the Week - October 3

Congratulations, Varsity Football!

Athletes of the Week - 9/26

#RHSRebelPride

Athletes of the Week - 9/19

Congratulations to all!

Parent University 2022-2023

Join us in-person this year!

Athlete of the Week - Sept. 12

Congratulations to our Athlete of the Week!

RHS Juniors Earning Associates Degrees from Triton College

These students will be graduating from high school and will also earn their associate degrees from Triton College.

Athlete of the Week - Sept. 5

Congratulations to our Athlete of the Week, Brianna Rostescu!

Football Game Cancelled - Senior Night Moved

The Friday night football game for 9/2 has been cancelled.

Athlete of the Week - 8/29/22

Congratulations to Varsity Girls Volleyball!

2022 Fall Sports Information

Start dates, times and registration information.

Summer Reading 2022

Information on Summer Reading and AP Work for Summer 2022.

Athlete of the Week - 5/30

Congratulations to Boys Baseball!

Athlete of the Week - May 23

Congratulations to varsity softball player, Victoria Duszynski!

Athlete of the Week - May 16

Congratulations to our MSC All-Conference Athletes!

Ridgewood 5K - THIS FRIDAY 5/20

Join us this Friday at 5p for the Ridgewood 5k!

Congressional Art Competition

This year, nine art students represented Ridgewood at the Congressional Art Competition!

Senator Martwick Vists PAC

Senator Robert Martwick's paid a visit to our Principal Advisory Council Meeting.

Athlete of the Week - May 9

Congratulations, Justin!

2022-2023 Calendar

RHS School Calendar

Athlete of the Week - May 2

Congratulations to our Athlete of the Week! #RHSRebelPride

Hall of Fame Brunch

Congratulations to the 2022 inductees!

Ridgewood 5k

Join us May 20th for the 10th annual Ridgewood 5k!

Special Olympics World Cheerleading Competition

Congratulations, Lucas!

Athlete of the Week - April 25, 2022

Congratulations, Alyssa!

Athlete of the Week - April 18

Congratulations, Jimmy Kloppke!

2022 RidgExpo

Students will be contacted via email about award pick-up.

National Honor Society 2022

Congratulations to the 2022 inductees!

Local Partnerships Drive Passion for STEAM

Through a local business partnership with the National Fluid Power Association (NFPA), incoming 8th grade students from Giles were able to go through a 6-week engineering project.

Athlete of the Week - April 11

Congratulations to Caroline Kraus of the Girls Soccer team!

Alumni Hall Of Fame Brunch April 30th 2022

Alumni Hall of Fame Brunch to April 30, 2022 at 11 a.m.

Athlete of the Week - 4/4/22

Congratulations to Amelia Oldak!

Asmaa Bouabdallaoui Earns Award for AiC

Congratulations to Asmaa Bouabdallaoui, a 2022 NCWIT Aspirations in Computing (AiC) award recipient!

TEMPORARY SEASONAL SUMMER HELP

The Village of Norridge is seeking up to 3 students to perform a wide array of outdoor Public Works and Village Properties Department duties.

School Citizen of the Year Award Recipient

Congratulations to Caylynn Bingham!

Rembrandt State Art Convention

Art Club attended Rembrandt Society State Art Convention on March 18, 2022.

Athlete of the Week - March 21

#RHSRebelPride

Athlete of the Week - March 14

#RHSRebelPride

Ridgewood Students Represented in IHSAE

Artwork will be on display in the gallery of the Bridgeport Art Center from 3/6 to 4/29.

Art Students Create Mural for the Norwood Park Fire House

Art Club students were very thrilled to receive a special request - create a mural that celebrates the Fire Department’s first responders!

Job Fair - March 3, 2022

Come hear about career opportunities with Bravo Hospitality Group.

Athlete of the Week - 2/22/22

Congratulations!! #RHSRebelPride

Athlete of the Week - 2/14

Congratulations to our State Qualifier - Medina Kadic!

RHS Mask Optional Effective 2/11/22

Thank you for your continued support and patience.

Athlete of the Week: 2/7

Congratulations!

Athletes of the Week - 1/31

Congratulations to the boys basketball team!

Norridge Ace Hardware Donation

Thank you to Ace Hardware for your generous donation to RHS!

Athletes of the Week 1/24

Congratulations to our State Qualifying Poms Team!

Parent University - January 2022

Did you miss the 1/19/22 Parent University? No fear! Watch it now.

Athlete of the Week - 1/18

Congratulations, Varsity Cheer! #RHSRebelPride

RidgeExpo 2022

The RidgExpo is a school-wide Art Competition sponsored by the RHS Art Club.

Semester 2 Schedule Change

Will go in effect 1/18/22

Athletes of the Week - 1/10

Congratulations to our Senior Wrestlers!

Athlete of the Week (12/13/21)

Congratulations to the Varsity Dance Team!

Student Services December Newsletter

Check out the December 2021 edition!

Athletes of the Week - 12/6

#RHSRebelPride

2021 Winter Softball Camp

Join the RHS Softball team for their camp on December 17th.

Athletes of the Week - 11/29

Congratulations to our #AthletesOfTheWeek

RHS Class of 1970 Makes Generous Donation

RHS Class of 1970 donated $10,000 to RHS Helping Hands.

Annual Veteran Coat Drive

Hosted by Interact Club

December Parent University Information

WELCOME to ALL District 79, 80, 86 and 234 Families!

Fall Play - THIS WEEKEND

The fall play, PUFFS, will be this weekend 11/5, 11/6 and 11/7.

COVID TESTING UPDATE

In order to offer the test-to-stay option (where students do NOT need to quarantine), we need 50 individuals to sign up for the Northshore Clinical Lab testing.

2021 Arts Week Show

Great job to all of our students on their hard work!

Athletes of the Week - 10/25

Congratulations to our Athletes of the Week!

Student Services Newsletter - October

Click the PDF for interactive links!

Apple Distinguished School 2021-2023

Ridgewood High School District 234 named Apple Distinguished School

Fall 2021 Newsletter

Keep your eyes peeled for a printed copy coming to your mailbox soon!

Athletes of the Week: 10/11

Congratulations to the RHS Varsity Tennis Team!

Electronic Raffle for USC vs. Notre Dame

Enter to win four (4) tickets to the USC vs. Notre Dame football game.

RHS Senior earns National Hispanic Recognition through College Board

RHS senior, Christian Beltran earned National Hispanic Recognition through College Board.

Fall Softball Camps

Interested in attending softball camp this fall?

Available Job Postings

Jobs in the community for RHS students

Athlete of the Week - 10/4

Congratulations, David #RHSRebelPride

Athlete of the Week - 9/27

Congratulations, Angela! #RHSRebelPride

Athletes of the Week - 9/20

Congratulations to the Athletes of the Week! #RHSRebelPride

Parent University 2021-2022

More information coming soon...

Athlete of the Week- 9/13

Congratulations to the Athlete of the Week for September 13! #RHSRebelPride

Athletes of the Week - 9/6

Congratulations to our Athletes of the Week! #RHSRebelPride

2021 Alumni Hall of Fame Inductees

Congratulations to this years inductees!

District Social Media Accounts

District 234 welcomes comments/posts as a means of engaging in conversation.

Health & Safety Plan 2021-2022

We've updated our Health & Safety protocols for the 2021-2022 school year.

First Day of School

Enjoy these photos and videos from the First Day of School 2021!

2021-2022 Student Schedule

Daily Schedule, Pep Assembly Schedule and Late Start Schedule

Fall Sports Information

Fall sports start one week from today on Monday, August 9! Click here to see what you need to do before the first day.

Softball Team Earns 4th Place in the State

The RHS softball team made their 1st appearance at State on 6/17.

Baseball Team Advanced to Sectional Championship

The Rebels baseball team advanced to the Sectional Championship for the 3rd time in 4 years.

ESSER III Plan

This is to serve as the D234 plan for the safe reopening of schools in the 2021-2022 school year.

Jurasz named 2021 IHSA Sectional Coach of the Year

Congratulations to RHS Head Softball Coach, Ken Jurasz!

Softball Team is headed to the Final 4

Watch the game via livestream at 10 a.m. on 6/17. Click here for link!

Softball Team Makes School History

On 6/11, the softball team won the IHSA Sectional Championship against Montini Catholic.

Summer Work 2021

Summer reading & AP work for RHS students.

The Nucleus: Class of 2021 Edition

Enjoy the Class of 2021 edition!

2021 Awards Ceremony

Complete list of this years award recipients.

Graduation Live-Stream Link

Watch the Class of 2021 graduate through this live-stream. Starts at 7 p.m. (CST) on June 1, 2021.

Victoria Mac earns 2nd place at Creative Tasks Competition

Congratulations, Victoria! #RHSRebelPride

Multimedia Club Interview: Volleyball & Soccer

The RHS Multimedia club interviews RHS athletics.

2021 Ridgewood Summer Camp Brochure

Check out our athletic summer camp offerings for 2021!

2021 Spanish Students Score Well on National Exam

Congrats to 11 Spanish students who attained national recognition for excellent performance on the 2021 National Spanish Examinations.

SEE SUMMIT - National Social Justice Project

National Social Justice Project - Educators Supporting Students To Take Action

Commencement Photograph Information

Find out how you can view your 2021 commencement pictures.

Alumni Spotlight: Marcella Di Piero

Di Piero is a Ridgewood Alumna and college Student-Athlete who is dancing her way through life.

RHS Junior Raises $600 for Shriners Hospital for Children

Stefanie Witkowski recently raised $600 for Shriners Hospitals for Children — Chicago.

RHS to Serve as Vaccination Site

This event will take place Wednesday, April 28 for the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine.

RidgeExpo 2021

This is our largest show to date with entries from RHSl and from Pennoyer, Giles, Union Ridge & St. Eugene at the grade school level.

Prom 2021 Information

We are pleased to announce we will be having a 2021 Senior Prom!

Mental Health Awareness Week

April 12-15 is Mental Health Awareness Week. See what RHS is doing this year!

National Honor Society Induction Ceremony

Join us for the livestream on YouTube this Thursday at 7p.

Multimedia Club Interview: Basketball Edition

The RHS Multimedia club interviews RHS athletics.

Spectator Protocol & Guidelines for Athletic Events

Spectators will be allowed to attend events per the guidance of the Illinois Department of Public Health Sports Safety Guidance.

Career Interest Survey

We want to improve at helping our students with career planning. Please take a moment to fill out this survey.

March Parent University

Check out the Parent University Videos for March.

College Board AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award

RHS has earned the College Board AP® Computer Science Female Diversity Award for achieving high female representation in AP Computer Science Principles.

Theatre in Our Schools Month

RHS leading Norridge & Harwood Heights’ efforts for National Theatre Education Awareness Campaign.

Expanding In-Person Instruction - 3/2/21

Four day in-person instruction starts Tuesday, March 2.

Spring 2021 Parent Teacher Conferences

The deadline to sign up for conferences is Tuesday, March 16th at noon.

Festa Italian 2020-2021

For the past 9 years, the Italian National Honor Society has hosted a Festa Italiana for its students, families and community.

Ridgewood Newsletter - Winter 2021 Edition

Due to the ongoing pandemic, we have shifted the newsletter to a digital format for the 2020-2021 School Year.

Parent University - February

Parent University videos are posted weekly on various topics.

RHS Choir & Band Performance

Please enjoy this video performance!

All Staff & Students Remote - 1/26/2021

Due to severe weather all RHS staff and students will be operating on a remote schedule for January 26, 2021.

The Rebellion - Issue 1

Please enjoy the January 2021 edition of The Rebellion!

RHS eLearning Stars

Congratulations to the following students on their great work through eLearning.

Updated Hybrid Schedule

The tentative plan is to begin our first phase of our hybrid schedule for in-person instruction on 2/2/21.

Chicago Shakespeare Slam

Mr. Bennett & 3 RHS students are among 39 Chicagoland high schools who selected this year to participate in the Chicago Shakespeare Slam.

Parent University - January

Stay tuned for Parent University videos - posted every week!

LitWorks 2021 is a Virtual Event

This year we will be having four individual virtual author visits in January, February, March and April.

8th Grade Information Night

Join us January 14, 2021 for a virtual information night!

Athletics & Activities Remote

Our winter athletic teams, clubs and activities are operating remotely during the adaptive pause.

December Parent University

Posted every Thursday for "On Demand Viewing."

2010 Boys Soccer State Finalist

It's been ten years.. where are they now?

Adaptive Pause

Starting November 23, D234 will transition to full remote learning as a result of the local and regional COVID-19 metrics. To maintain a high level of safety, the building will be closed during this time. If you need to speak to a staff member, please contact them directly by phone or email.

New Monday Schedule - November 30

The schedule for Monday remote learning will change starting November 30.

RHS Arts Week

Check out our students work for Arts Week!

Parents' Club Pet of the Year

Congratulations, Archie!

Fall MSC All-Conference Athletes

Congratulations to our MSC All-Conference Athletes for the 2020-21 Fall Sports Season.

Ridgewood Newsletter - Fall 2020 Edition

Due to the ongoing pandemic, we have shifted the newsletter to a digital format for the Fall 2020 Edition.

2020-2021 Academic Calendar

Updated Academic Calendar

Senior Athletes Spotlight - Fall 2020

Fall 2020 Senior Athletes

Parent Teacher Conferences

The Fall Parent Teacher conferences this year will “look” a little different. Families will have the opportunity to meet with teachers remotely via ZOOM.

Class of 2020 Graduate Reflection

Domenica Ferdinardo '20 reflects on her senior year and how it ended due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

University of Chicago Outstanding Educator Award

Cari Franz Receives University of Chicago Outstanding Educator Award

COVID-19 Virtual Care Program

Presented in partnership with the State of Illinois

Ridgewood Names New Principal and Assistant Principal

D234 is pleased to announce we have welcomed two new administrative leaders into the Principal and Assistant Principal positions.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

D234 is continuously working to provide a safe environment for all students.

Spanish Students Score Well on National Exam

Congratulations to Spanish students who attained national recognition for excellent performance on the 2020 National Spanish Examinations.

Parent University

Designed to help guardians navigate their students high school experience.

Orientation 2020-2021

Informational videos for the 2020-2021 school year Orientation.

Back-to-School Plan

Fall 2020 Back-to-School Plan for RHS.

Class of 2020 Graduation Photos

Congratulations once again to the Class of 2020! #RHSRebelPride

Return to School Fall Plan Is Now Available Click Here For Information

Now Available!

Yearbook Pickup Information

The 2019-2020 yearbooks are in. Read for more information.

Administration Update 7/2

Update from Dr. Kelsall on July 2, 2020.

Building Open to Visitors by Appointment Only

The building is closed. Access to the building is by appointment only. If you have questions or need assistance please call the main number at 708-456-4242 between 8am and 3pm.

The Nucleus: Class of 2020

The Senior Class of 2020 edition of The Nucleus.

2019-2020 Athletes of the Year

Congratulations to our Athletes of the Year! Go Rebels!

Message from RHS Administration 6/4

Response to current events in the media.

Summer Work 2020

Information for Summer Reading and AP course summer resources.

Consolidation Feasibility Study Cancelled

The District 234 Board of Education has decided to not move forward with consolidation feasibility study.

2019-2020 Awards Ceremony

Ridgewood High School 2019-2020 Virtual Award Ceremony. #RHSRebelPride

RidgExpo Art Competition

This year the Ridgewood Art Club hosted the competition as a virtual exhibition.

New Head Boys Soccer Coach

Ridgewood High School has officially named a new Varsity Boys Soccer coach, Matthew Bishop ‘08.

Staff Spotlight: Matthew Bennett

Since 2016, Matthew Bennett has been positively impacting his students and colleagues at RHS.

Instagram feat. Class of 2020

The class of 2020 Class Council made an Instagram to honor their classmates.

The Rebellion 2019-2020: Issue III

The Rebellion offers creative students an outlet for an array of journalistic areas.

Alumni Spotlight: Class of 1970 Sweethearts

“It’s a big part of your life, you think it’s only 4 years. But to me, it’s life changing,” said Joe Zydlo ‘70.

Senior Cheerleaders Create NYA Youth Cheer

Two RHS senior cheerleaders create youth cheer feeder program with support from Norridge Youth Athletics (NYA).

COVID-19 Updates

Please click above for important COVID-19 updates.

Athletic Summer Camps 2020

Join us for our various camps, clinics and leagues offered this summer! GO REBELS!

Athlete of the Week - 3/9

Congratulations to our Athletes of the Week! #RHSRebelPride

Athletes of the Week - 2/17

Congratulations to our Athletes of the Week! #RHSRebelPride

Triton Art Awards

RHS students recently participated in the annual Triton College High School Art Competition.

Athletes of the Week - February 10

Congratulations to our Athletes of the Week! #RHSRebelPride

Alumni Spotlight: Pat Rossi

Ridgewood High School alumnus and Norridge native, Pat Rossi, has strong ties to RHS.

New Interactive Course Catalog

We are pleased to launch a brand new interactive course catalog.

Athlete of the Week - February 3

Congratulations to our Athlete of the Week! #RHSRebelPride

Dual Credit Opportunities

Students can enroll in either dual credit or dual enrollment courses during their high school career.

Students of the Semester - Fall 2019

Congratulations to the Students of the Semester for the Fall of 2019.

Athletes of the Week - January 28

Congratulations to our Athletes of the Week! #RHSRebelPride

2020 Illinois Youth Survey

On February 25, all Sophomores and Seniors will take the 2020 Illinois Youth Survey.

Athletes of the Week - 1/20

Congratulations to our Athletes of the Week! #RHSRebelPride

Staff Spotlight: Krystal England

The past two years Krystal (Randazzo) England has made a huge impact on the RHS STEM program.

Athletes of the Week - January 13

Congratulations to our Athletes of the Week! #RHSRebelPride

The Shack @ RHS

The Shack is a student-ran business for senior-level students which offers them an experiential learning opportunity.

Castellano Named Educator of the Year

Castellano nominated for the Veteran’s of Foreign Wars post 5979 Educator of the Year (High School) Award.

Athlete of the Week - December 17

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Athlete of the Week - December 9

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Athlete of the Week - December 2

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Board of Education Vacancy

Applications will be due December 13, 2019 at 12:00 p.m.

Fan of the Week - November 18

Congratulations to our Fan of the Week! #RHSRebelPride

Newsweek Announces Top 5,000 Schools as Named by STEM.org

Newsweek announced its ranking of the top 5,000 STEM high schools for 2019, honoring excellence in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

Kelsall named Superintendent of Distinction

Dr. Jennifer Kelsallnamed the 2019 Superintendent of Distinction by her colleagues in the Cook West Region of the Illinois Association of School Administrators (IASA).

Des Plaines Valley Region School/College Alliance Awards

Ridgewood received two awards at the Des Plaines Valley Region School/College Alliance conference on October 4, 2019.

League of Innovative Schools

D234 joins Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools, will partner with other leading educators, entrepreneurs and researchers from across the country.

Parents Universities

RHS parents are invited to attend our Parent Universities throughout the school year.

Homecoming Tailgate

Join us for a night full of homecoming festivities!

Board of Education Commissioned Consolidation Feasibility Study

D234 Board of Education has commissioned consolidation feasibility study between District 234, 80 & 86.

2019 Ridgewood 5k

Join us October 10, 2019 at Ridgewood High School for our annual 5k! Register today!

Geometry in Construction Class Builds House

Ridgewood students gain valuable real world experience by building a park model home.

2019 RHS Community Art Show!

All entries must be received at Ridgewood High School by Friday, October 18, 2019.

Ridgewood High School Refinanced Series 2009B Bonds

District 234 recently refunded (refinanced) its Series 2009B Bonds for significant savings.

2019 Alumni Hall of Fame Inductees

Congratulations to the 2019 inductees to the Ridgewood High School Alumni Hall of Fame.

Summer Work 2019

Information for Summer Reading and AP course summer resources.

15th Annual Hall of Fame Brunch

Join us for the 15th Annual Hall of Fame Brunch. We will be inducting three new alumni to the HoF.

Ridgewood High School named District of Distinction

'District Administration' magazine names 34 ‘Districts of Distinction.'

Ridgewood Live Period

RHS is hosting the 72-team Live Period Event June 28-31, 2019.

Building Summer Hours

Effective June 10, 2019 - RHS will be operating under summer hours. The building is open Monday - Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Closed Fridays

New Head Coaches Named

We're excited to introduce our new varsity football head coach, Matt Walsh & cheerleading coach, Emily Arp.

Lifetouch Graduation Pictures

Capture the memories of your achievement.

Class of 2019 - Senior Video

Enjoy this video created by seniors, Athena Fahey and Kameryn Fini.

Athletes of the Week - May 27

Congratulations to our Athletes of the Week! #RHSRebelPride

2019 Awards Ceremony

Congratulation to all our students who received awards at the May 16 ceremony.

2019-2020 Parking Lottery

Follow the following rules to register for the parking pass lottery.

Parent Education Night (May 20)

Open to the community - come learn the truth behind vaping and how to help your child stay tobacco free!

Athletic Summer Camps 2019

Join us for our various camps, clinics and leagues offered this summer! GO REBELS!

Career Pathway - Education

On Thursday, April 25, the Career Pathways in Education visited local universities.

New Assistant Principal and Dean of Students

District 234 is excited to introduce our new Assistant Principal & our new Dean of Students.

Breaking Stereotypes - Cafeteria

The majority of food seen daily is made fresh, in-house. We are getting away from preservatives and pre-packaged items.

Athletes of the Week - April 1

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Varsity R Volunteers at Special Olympics

30 of RHS’s Student-Athletes donated their time and energy at the 2019 CPS Special Olympics Soccer Tournament.

Career Expo - Additional Information

Ridgewood High School’s First Annual Career Expo is Wednesday, March, 6 2019 from 6-7:30p.

PE Experience for 8th Grade Students

The PE departments Giles and Union Ridge experienced what PE is like at RHS.

Bright Future for Girls Basketball Program

The 5th grade Junior Rebels girls basketball team has been working hard all season.

Kelsall Earned IACTE CTE Award

Dr. Kelsall was recently named the recipient of the “IACTE CTE Champion of the Year Award.”

RHS First Annual Career Expo

Attend small-group presentations given by seasoned professionals working in various fields.

RHS Excels at Triton Art Competition

Ridgewood art students earn awards at Triton Art Competition.

MSC Academic All-Conference

Congratulations to the MSC Academic All-Conference student-athletes.

National Merit Scholarship Finalist

Peterman named a finalist for the National Merit Scholarship Competition.

Students of the Semester

Congratulations to the Students of the Semester for the Fall of 2018.

Kumor Selected as Finalist for Golden Apple Award

Tristan Kumor was selected as a finalist for the Golden Apple Awards for Excellence in Teaching.

Athlete of the Week - 2/11

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History Fair 2019

Join us on February 4, 2019 for the 2019 History Fair.

Varsity Cheer and Dance: Mini Rebels Clinic

Come learn from the Varsity Cheer and Dance: Mini Rebels Clinic on February 16, 2019. Register today!

LitWorks: A Teen Book Fest

LitWorks: A Teen Book Fest takes place on Saturday, March 2, 2019.

Remarkable Rebels: Rebel Hockey Players

The Leyden hockey team has four RHS students on it and is ranked 5th in the Illinois Central Division.

Alumni Success: Wojciech Gasienica

Wojciech Gasienica has been named a finalist for the Fred Mitchell Outstanding Place-Kicker award.

Standdown Day 2018

21 Ridgewood students attended the Chicago Standdown event at the Northwest Armory in Chicago.

Remarkable Rebel: Patrick Owens

Patrick Owens earned MSC All-Conference honors and advanced to the IHSA Golf Sectional Championship.

All-Conference Fall Athletes

Congratulations to our 2018-19 Metro Suburban All-Conference Athletes for the Fall Season!

Halloween Parade with Leigh School

Our band participated in a Halloween Parade with Leigh School on October 31, 2018.

New Rewards Point System

This fall we are releasing a new rewards points system called Rebel Rewards. Earn points and prizes by engaging with RHS!

Apple Distinguished School

We are pleased to announce that we've been recognized as an Apple Distinguished School for 2018–2021.

Inclement Weather Information

Information regarding the Inclement Weather communication plan.

2018-2019 Feeder Basketball Tryouts

Saturday, October 27, 2018 we will be having tryouts for grades 5-8.

MusicFest 2018

Musicfest 2018 is Saturday, October 27. The fest will kick off at 12:30 p.m. in the RHS Field House.

Fall Band Concert on 10/17

Join us on Wednesday, October 17, 2018 for the Fall Band Concert. The concert will be in the Old Gym at RHS at 7:00 PM.

Ridgewood Monster Dash 5k

The Ridgewood Monster Dash 5k will take place on October 20, 2018.

Alumni Success: Andy Mazurczak

Andy Mazurczak graduated in 2012 and is now a Polish professional basketball player for Cáceres Patrimonio de la Humanidad of the LEB Oro.

RHS Alumni Hall of Fame Inductees

Congratulations to the 2018 inductees to the Ridgewood High School Alumni Hall of Fame.

Perfect SAT Score by RHS Senior

Working well under pressure has paid off for Ridgewood High School senior, Taylor Peterman, who earned a perfect score on the SAT.

Senior Sunrise

Senior Sunrise took place on Aug. 24. Thank you to the seniors who came out!

RHS Junior Selected to Serve on ISBE SAC

Domenica Ferdinardo to serve on the Illinois State Board of Education Student Advisory Council.

New Basketball Coach Inducted into Missouri Valley Conference Hall of Fame

Coach Kristi Meade is dribbling her way to the Missouri Valley Conference Hall of Fame.

Student Enrollment and Registration

Online enrollment is now available through Skyward. Visit the Student Enrollment Overview page. Here is a recap video to the Incoming 9th Grade Information Night https://youtu.be/VLmHGIFkMok?si=WHylFdxxEcFzPCcE

Summer Reading and Summer AP Work

Information for Summer Reading and AP course summer resources.

Rebel Mart Sells 1000th Cup

Rebel Mart has been a huge success and wildly popular!

Baseball Wins Conference

The baseball team won the conference championship

Track & Field Athletes Advance to State

The Girls Track & Field team had 6 athletes advance to IHSA State Qualifier.

MAY-ke A Difference

Support the May-ke a Difference Campaign!

Caroline Lipski Wins Foot Locker Scholarship

Senior Caroline Lipski was presented with a $20,000 scholarship from Foot Locker.

Norridge Vehicle Stickers Contest

Ridgewood student Diana Hrushka created the 2018-2019 city sticker.

Alyssa Malicki - Athlete of the Year!

Alyssa earned the Chicago Tribune Near West Athlete of the Year honor.

LitWorks Teen Book Fest

Six authors visited Ridgewood on Staurday March 24th

Math Courses Recognized in District Administration Magazine

GIC and A2iB were featured for innovative teaching and learning

RHS Goes International

Ridgewood Alumni international studies leads to enriching life experiences

Art Club Students Place in State Competition

Ridgewood students also attended the Barnhart Animation Drawing Techniques Workshop

Adam Johnson Leads Leyden Hockey in State Tournament

The Freshman Goalie has helped lead the team to the Final Eight!

Sleeping Freshmen Day

Ridgewood and Union Ridge collaborated through Project Based Learning to understand freshman year.

Ridgewood High School's Safety Dog

Meet Bear! Ridgewood High Schools new Safety Dog.

Lucas Miezal on WGN

Senior basketball player Lucas Miezal featured on WGN

Proud Supporter Of Special Olympics Chicago

Ridgewood Basketball players support Special Olymipics.

DECA Dominates Regionals

DECA students are recognized at the Regional competition.

Congratulations RHS Competitive Dance Team

Competitive Dance Team earns 4th Place at IHSA Sectional

Michael Barnas Earns Near West Athlete of the Month

Boys Basketball player Michael Barnas was voted Athlete of the Month for January

Foundations of Technology Presentation

Students presented to the Board of Education in November

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Girls Basketball Ties for Tournament Championship

The Girls Basketball Team is off to a great start to the season

Congratulations Chris Mroz

Coach Chris Mroz who was inducted into the St. Patrick's Athletic Hall of Fame.

Alyssa Malicki Signs National Letter of Intent

The Senior softball player signed with Indiana Purdue Fort Wayne

Fiesta Latina a Huge Success

The inaugural Fiesta Latina took place on Wednesday November 8th, 2017.

Out of the Classroom and into Their Future

Ridgewood High School students visit TMA for real world experiences

Italian Students Win Awards

Two students won 1st and 2nd place at the Italian Consulate Competition

Rebels Football Advances to Second Round!

Congratulations to the Football Team on their 49-14 win over Sullivan High School in the first round of the IHSA Playoffs Saturday.

Celebrate Ridgewood Arts Week

Ridgewood High School will celebrate Arts Week November 13th-18th!

Girl's Volleyball Sets Record

The Girls Volleyball team finished with a record setting 19 wins

Congratulations Boys Football!

Congratulations to the Ridgewood Football Team on earning a share of the 2017 Metro Suburban Red Conference Championship!

Back to School Bash A Huge Success

The Back to School Bash held on Friday August 18th was a huge success.

Leigh School Playground in place after Community Build Day

Rebel Baseball players helped in the community build day at Leigh School

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Alum Hopes to Play for Poland National Team

Ridgewood grad Andy Mazurczak has chance to play for Poland national basketball team

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Rob St. John Named AD of the Year

Rob St. John was named the Athletic Director of the Year in Class 1A/2A Division II by the Illinois Athletic Directors Association for 2016-17.

Dispatch Center Taps Ridgewood Talent

Ridgewood student Diana Hrushka's logo will highlight new dispatch center

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Freshman Experience Project

Ridgewood students seek answers on reducing airplane noise

Vicky Ignacik Reaches State

Ridgewood's Vicky Ignacik keeps improving, reaches state in 2 events.

Coach Al Marks - A Half-Century Football Odyssey

Coach Al Marks celebrates coaching for 50 years

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Butterflies Released from Green Roof

Students of the LIFE program release butterflies.

Ridgewood Named "Best High School"

Ridgewood made the list of top Illinois public schools in U.S. News and World Report's latest ranking of "Best High Schools" in the nation

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Ridgewood Participates in State Pilot Program

Ridgewood was recently named one of 10 school districts in Illinois to participate in Illinois' first competency-based learning pilot program.

Alum Passes On Automotive Skills

Chuck Peterson, Ridgewood alum, passes automotive skills to new generation.

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Lucas Miezal's Makes Free Throw

Ridgewood Junior Lucas Miezal made a free throw against Guerin on Jan. 27.

The Act of Giving

At Ridgewood, volunteers deliver meals for homeless.

Ridgewood Celebrates Apple Distinguished School Status

Ridgewood High School has been recognized as an Apple Distinguished School program.