Kindergarten sidewalk art. They created positive messages for the bus riders.
Update on high school sports cancellations due to COVID-19:
Softball: all games through October 9th (9/29, 10/3, 10/5, 10/6, 10/8, 10/9)
Soccer: Frisco League Tournament October 1-3
Baseball: all games through October 9th (9/29, 10/1, 10/5, 10/6) this concludes the fall baseball season
Richland R-IV is in session today! There has been some confusion because Richland R-I in Essex (in SE MO) is out today and some have received notifications of that. Whenever school is cancelled here we will send out our own notifications and you can check the website as well.
This afternoon we received confirmation that up to 4 more of our high school students have tested or are considered positive for COVID-19. We have completed the process of contact tracing and have been able to reach the affected students. The Health department is also working on contact tracing with us. If you do not hear from the school or the Health Department, your child was not directly exposed to the positive cases. We continue to follow the procedures set up by local health authorities.
We continue to follow social distancing and disinfecting measures as much as possible. Deep cleaning will occur this evening in the building. We will be prepared to welcome your students back to class tomorrow.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding as we work together to face the challenges presented by COVID-19.
The baseball and softball games for tonight are cancelled.
This afternoon we received confirmation that one of our students tested positive for COVID-19. We are in the process of contact tracing and have been able to research most of the affected students. Due to the timing of the notice we have not been able to contact every class but should have that finalized before the start of school tomorrow. If you do not hear from the school or the Health Department by then, your child was not directly exposed to the positive case. We continue to follow the procedures set up by local health authorities.
We continue to follow social distancing and disinfecting measures as much as possible. Deep cleaning will occur this evening in the building. We will be prepared to welcome your students back to class tomorrow.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding as we work together to face the challenges presented by COVID-19.
The Lady Bears Softball team will be playing in the 13th Annual Vienna Softball Tournament on October 3rd. Games times are as follows: 12:30 vs Laquey, 2:15 vs Newburg, and 5:45 vs Vienna.
The Frisco League Soccer Tournament will be held at Laquey on October 1-3. RHS plays on October 1 at 3:00.
High School Principal’s Newsletter update including: Refillable Water Stations, October ACT, and Picture Day. Click: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1i3-L52bMkvqV_6Yy1mO2S0XrY1EETKUZ8vrGcfd1v5Q/edit#
Lady Bears softball will play against Macks Creek on Tuesday, September 28th @ 5:00. The games will be played at Ballparks National, 480 Kissick Way. Please read the following guidelines set forth by the Macks Creek District for outdoor fall sports.
1. Coaches and players in the dugout will be asked to wear masks while they are not in the field of play or able to social distance. When a player is in the field of play (i.e. playing defense, hitting, etc.) they are able to remove masks (strenuous activity).
2. Spectators are not required to wear masks at this time but are encouraged to social distance.
There are no bleachers at the complex. Spectators/fans will need to bring their own seating. Behind home plate is a terraced section where chairs can be placed to sit. There will also be plenty of space around the diamond for fans to set/stand.
JH Boys and Girls Basketball will play at Macks Creek on Tuesday, September 29th @ 5:00. The order of games will be: A boys, A girls, and 2 quarters of B girls. Please read the following guidelines set forth by the Macks Creek District:
Board policy adopted for Fall indoor sports:
1. All coaches and players not on the floor will be asked to wear a mask/neck gaiter while they are in the bench area. When they are on the floor they will not be asked or required to wear their masks (strenuous activity).
2. Spectators and fans that will be attending any indoor events will be asked to have temperature taken and wear a mask while they are up and moving (concessions, bathrooms, etc.). Once they are seated the masks can be removed. We are encouraging fans to social distance and sit in family pods as well. Anyone that refuses a temperature check at the door and wearing a mask will not be allowed to enter into the event.
Soccer will play at New Covenant Academy on Monday, September 28 @ 5:00.
Guidelines for All Outdoor Events at NCA:
*Face coverings are REQUIRED when social distancing is not possible.
*Encourage the use of lawn chairs to assist with social distancing.
*Schools must provide their own water bottles.
JH boys and girls will play Stoutland on Friday, the 25th at Richland. Order of games are as follows: B girls, A girls, and then A boys. Good luck!
Reminder: Freshman Orientation Night is tonight from 5:00pm-5:45pm and the Senior Information Night will be from 6;00pm-6:45pm. If you are unable to attend, the presentation will be placed in your child's counseling Google Classroom. You may also set up a one on one meeting with Mrs. Smith to discuss any questions you may have. Please contact me at bsmith@richlandbears.us.
Richland Schools will be ending it’s virtual learning program on October 23. All students will either need to return to on campus seating on October 26 or use an outside virtual option. Students currently enrolled in virtual learning will need to complete their work for the quarter to receive credit.
The Richland Softball Tournament is this Saturday, September 26th. Come out and support the Lady Bears!
High School Principal’s Newsletter update including: Teacher Recognition, Kidsight, and Freshman Orientation/Senior Information Night. Click: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1i3-L52bMkvqV_6Yy1mO2S0XrY1EETKUZ8vrGcfd1v5Q/edit#heading=h.a43jpf1ox9qy
Kidsight will be at the high school on October 15th for vision screening for all junior high and high school students. Opt-out forms are available in the high school office for anyone that does not want their child screened or if you prefer not to have your child screened at the high school. Please contact Nurse Douglas at 573-765-3711 x2203, or mdouglas@richlandbears.us, if you choose to opt-out.
The RHS soccer team plays at Lebanon on Monday, September 21 @ 4:30. The Lebanon School District has a mask order in place. Patrons need a mask entering, existing, concessions, and restrooms. Masks can be removed at your seat. Thank you!
Early release day means teachers attend class. Today, teachers are learning about social emotional health and assessment capable learners. Thank you to COMC and South Central RPDC for providing training.
