High School

Have you been joining in on the fun this week? 📚✨

It’s National Library Week and there’s still time to jump in! Stop by the library to take part in daily activities, win prizes, and show off your book smarts.

🎟️ Find golden tickets
📖 Guess books from emojis
🎨 Create bookmarks
🤔 Try our fun challenges

Don’t forget to fill your punch card for a chance at the grand prize!

See you in the library 👀

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲 to the two awesome women who keep our high school running smoothly...
❤️ Mrs. Mandy Jones and Mrs. Adria Simmons ❤️

From navigating the daily whirlwind of slightly cranky (but always entertaining!) high school attitudes to rescuing yet another office printer mid-jam, you handle it all with patience, humor, and grace. You somehow manage to keep up with a steady stream of “quick questions" and last-minute requests, always with a smile (or at least a well-timed laugh).

You are the calm in the chaos, the friendly faces greeting everyone who walks through the door, and the ones who somehow keep administrators, counselors, students, and staff all moving in the right direction. Schedules, attendance, phone calls, paperwork, unexpected surprises ... you juggle it all!

Thank you for being the heartbeat of our front office and for everything you do behind the scenes (and in plain sight!) to support our school every single day. We truly couldn’t do it without you!

💚 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐚𝐲! 🌎
A big thank you to these incredible students for spending part of their Sunday afternoon cleaning up around School Street Pond. This is just one of the many ways RHHS Green Club is making a positive impact on our community and beyond.
Caring for our environment starts with small actions that add up to meaningful change. We’re proud of our students for stepping up and leading by example.

Do you have a high schooler interested in getting involved? Reach out to Mrs. Holland at the HS or stop by the Green Club table to learn more and sign up!

“𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘦𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘦𝘭𝘴𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘴𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘪𝘵.” — Robert Swan

🎓 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫! 🎓
Senior year is wrapping up fast and the countdown is on! Be sure to mark your calendars and stay on track for all upcoming events.

📅 𝗞𝗘𝗬 𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗦:
• May 1 – Senior Awards (1st hour) + Senior Trip permission slip due
• May 6 – Senior Trip
• May 13 – Last Day of School for Seniors
• May 15 – Elementary Walk-Through (8:30 AM, Report to Elem School before that!) + Mandatory Graduation Rehearsal (9:00 AM)
• May 17 – Graduation (Seniors Report time: 1:00 PM) -- Graduation starts at 2:30 PM

📌 𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁:
• Project Grad permission/contract due May 4 (must be signed by BOTH student + parent/guardian. You will be turned away at the door if we don't have this on file. Check your Google Classroom for form!)

🔗 Get more details here: https://aptg.co/7dG30V

Let’s finish strong, Class of 2026! ❤️

🎉 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥’𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡! ⭐
Please join us in congratulating Bridget Mohr and Myer McNaul, who have been recognized as our April Senior Citizens of the Month for representing the very best of Rose Hill.

𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱: Each school year, faculty members select 9 senior boys and 9 senior girls for this honor. Recipients earn some great perks, including a reserved parking spot for the month, their photo proudly displayed in the office, and a certificate to highlight on future resumes and portfolios.

We’re excited to celebrate Bridget and Myer and the positive impact they’ve made throughout their time at Rose Hill. 🚀 #RocketPride

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ABOUT THE WINNERS....

⭐ 𝗕𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗠𝗢𝗛𝗥
Daughter of Brett and Heather Mohr, plans to pursue a degree in Kinesiology with a focus on Physical Therapy. She has been taking courses through Butler Community College and is actively involved in Student Council. Bridget also participates in basketball and softball. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends, camping, and boating.

⭐ 𝗠𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗠𝗖𝗡𝗔𝗨𝗟
Son of James and Laura McNaul, plans to attend Kansas State University to study Kinesiology with a Pre-Chiropractic focus. He has also taken courses through Butler Community College and is involved in Student Council. Myer participated in both soccer and basketball. Outside of school, he enjoys working out, spending time at the lake, surfing, and golfing.

Attention military-connected graduating seniors and their families!!

McConnell AFB is inviting you to their upcoming High School Senior Recognition event. This is a special evening dedicated to celebrating academic achievements and this significant milestone.

The event will be held on Thursday, May 7, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM., at the base Youth Center.

This invitation is open to graduating seniors from families across all military branches and components, including military retirees and Department of Defense (DoD) civilian employees with base access. A Youth Center membership is not required to attend, and each student is welcome to bring two guests.

Scan the QR code on the image to sign up!

Enrollment for the 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫'𝐬 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 is now open! Please review the important details below:
Class Dates: June 1 - June 19, 2026
Cost: $230
Sign-Up Deadline: May 1, 2026 at Noon

Important Reminders: Both parents and students must watch the Parent/Student Meeting presentation before enrolling which can be found on the Driver’s Education page on the High School website or by clicking here now~ https://www.usd394.com/o/hs/page/drivers-education
Payments can be made through PowerSchool (contact the High School Office to add the fee) or by check.

Students are encouraged to obtain their learner's permit as soon as they turn 14, BUT this is not required before the class begins.

If you have any questions, please contact the High School Office at: 316-776-3360.

🎶 Huge congratulations to our RHHS Choir students for their outstanding performances at the KSHSAA Regional Solo & Small Ensemble Festival at Andover High School this past Saturday!

👏 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 (𝐈𝐈) 𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠
Concert Choir
Chamber Singers
La Belle Chanson
Malachi Lovell
Anna Wellenstein
Shawn Marx
Ava Halonen
Regan Uhlik
Willow Rasico
Yui Sanders

🌟 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 (𝐈) 𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 – 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐬
Glee Club
Annabelle Carr
Melanie Cook
Sian Hoang
Breckin Idell
Carsen Nickelson
Adrien Lobato
Kaleb Snook
Pearl Platz
Kiera Haley
Esteban Abrego
Raelynn Gash

We are so proud of your hard work, dedication, and talent. Best of luck to our State Qualifiers as they prepare for April 25! 🎤🎵

🎓 College Fair Success! 🎓

We were proud to partner with GPACAC (Great Plains Association for College Admission Counseling) to host an incredible Enrollment Fair for our students!

Representatives from the following colleges and universities joined us to connect with students, share opportunities, and help them take the next step toward their future:

Baker University
Drury University
Emporia State University
Grand Canyon University
John Brown University
Kansas State University
McPherson College
Missouri State University
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Newman University
Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology
Pittsburg State University
Rockhurst University
The University of Tulsa
University of Arkansas
University of Kansas
University of Missouri–Kansas City
University of Nebraska–Omaha
University of Oklahoma
Wichita State University

👏 A huge thank you to all of the college reps who took the time to invest in our students, and to GPACAC for making this opportunity possible.

💡 Events like this give students valuable face-to-face connections and help them explore the many pathways available after high school.

🚀 Attention Rockets! 🚀

We are excited to share the College and CTE (Career and Technical Education) opportunities available to your student here at Rose Hill High School! These programs are designed to give students real-world skills, college credit, and a head start on their future careers — all while still in high school.

Here's a look at what we offer:

🎓 Butler Community College Concurrent Classes
Students can earn college credit while completing their high school requirements by enrolling in concurrent courses through Butler Community College. It's a great way to get a jump on a college degree at a reduced cost.

🏫 Butler Community College Early College Academy
Our Early College Academy allows motivated students to immerse themselves in a college-going experience, earning significant college credit toward a degree before graduation, and even graduate with an associate's degree!

🔧 Butler Community College Welding Academy (Seniors Only)
Senior students have the unique opportunity to enroll in Butler's Welding Academy, where they receive hands-on, industry-level training in welding on Rose Hill High School campus! This is an excellent program for a high-demand trade with excellent career prospects.

🚗 Cowley College — Automotive & Welding Programs
Through our partnership with Cowley College, students can pursue automotive technology or welding programs, earning college credit while gaining valuable technical skills.

✈️ WSU Tech — Aviation Maintenance Program
For students with a passion for aviation, our partnership with WSU Tech offers an incredible Aviation Maintenance Program — preparing students for a career in one of the fastest-growing industries in the country.

These programs open doors to college credit, industry certifications, and career pathways that can set your student apart. We encourage you to explore which option might be the best fit!

If you have any questions or would like more information about any of these programs, please don't hesitate to reach out!

🇺🇸 We are incredibly grateful to the Army National Guard for bringing a Blackhawk helicopter to the High School for students to see up close and learn from. It was an amazing opportunity for our students to ask questions and gain insight into aviation and military service. 🇺🇸

A special thank you to pilot Daniel Steigerwald, a 2016 Rose Hill graduate, for taking the time to connect with our students and represent our community so well. We appreciate the commitment and service of the Army National Guard in keeping our communities safe every day.

For safety and security reasons, this visit was not released district-wide. We hope to partner again in the future to provide more opportunities like this for our students.

🎉 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡’𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡! ⭐
Please join us in congratulating Aubrey Moore and Dylan Plaza, who have been recognized as our March Senior Citizens of the Month for representing the very best of Rose Hill.

𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱: Each school year, faculty members select 9 senior boys and 9 senior girls for this honor. Recipients earn some great perks, including a reserved parking spot for the month, their photo proudly displayed in the office, and a certificate to highlight on future resumes and portfolios.

We’re proud of Aubrey and Dylan for the leadership, dedication, and #RocketPride they bring to our school community. 🚀
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ABOUT THE WINNERS....

⭐ 𝗔𝗨𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗬 𝗠𝗢𝗢𝗥𝗘
Daughter of Terri and Marc Moore, plans to attend college and major in Physical Therapy. During her time at Rose Hill, Aubrey has been active in HOSA, Student Council, Scholar’s Bowl, Green Club, and FCA. She's also a Varsity starter on the girl's soccer team as a center back. In her free time, Aubrey enjoys reading and spending time with her kitten. Her senior-year goal is to graduate with a 4.0 GPA. She currently works at Wee Rockets Daycare.

⭐ 𝗗𝗬𝗟𝗔𝗡 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗭𝗔
Son of Heather and Chevi Plaza, plans to major in Art while also earning a technical certificate in Construction and Automotive. Dylan has received Scholastic Honorable Mention recognition for an art project. He previously played soccer before an unfortunate injury and later made his debut in wrestling. His hobbies include drawing, exercising, reading, and continually striving to become the best version of himself. Dylan’s senior-year goal is to do his best in all of his classes and sports. He currently works as a lifeguard at the YMCA.

🚀 Rockets, we need your assistance! 🚀

Our brand new wrestling mats for the new wrestling room have arrived and they are laid out in the high school Auxiliary Gym. They need to "cure" for a total of 14 days. During this time, they will shrink to their intended size and get to the correct firmness. The mats come covered in a white protectant powder that has a strong smell. We are ventilating the gym and circulating fresh air to help with the process.

We need your help...please stay off the mats!

There is ample space around the outside of the mats for people to walk. These are brand new and very nice and we want to make sure they get cured in the correct manner.

After 14 days, they will be cleaned and rolled back up until the new wrestling room is finished.

THANK YOU for helping us with this process...our school and district appreciates everyone's help!

We are SO excited for our new facilities to be finished and be put to use by our students!

🏥 𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐑𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐇𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐇𝐎𝐒𝐀’𝐬 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫!
Our HOSA chapter took 18 students to the Kansas HOSA State Leadership Conference on March 2-3, competing against 1,000+ students from across the state at the largest Kansas HOSA competition to date.

After a year of service projects, studying, and preparing for competition, our students made an incredible showing!

𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 & 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝘀
• Mrs. Reed – HOSA Chapter Advisor of the Year
• Rose Hill HOSA Chapter – Silver in Standards of Excellence for HOSA Chapters
• Aubrey Moore – Sunflower Health Plan Scholarship and HOSA Chapter Member of the Year
• AJ Woodward – 1st Place, Clinical Laboratory Science (International Qualifier)

𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝗽 𝟭𝟬
• Stefania Aranguiz – Pharmacology; Clinical Laboratory Science
• Shayli Andrews-Towle – Forensic Science; Home Health Aide
• Kennedy Martin – Career Development; Researched Persuasive Writing & Speaking
• Landon Marshall – Occupational Health & Safety; Forensic Science
• Lily Sanders – Clinical Laboratory Science
• Phoebe LeMay – Health Career Photography
• Melinda Waller – Clinical Nursing
• Alexander Roe – Family Medicine Physician
• Samantha Cunningham – Pharmacy Science
• Julian Bucher – Physical Therapy
• Mason Jewell – Veterinary Science
• Van Sims – Veterinary Science

One of the highlights of the conference was AJ Woodward’s 1st place finish in Clinical Laboratory Science, which qualifies her to represent Rose Hill at the HOSA International Leadership Conference in Indianapolis this June.

We’re incredibly proud of these students for helping build the foundation of Rose Hill HOSA in its very first year and representing our community so well.

𝘐𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘰𝘳 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘴𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘸𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘏𝘖𝘚𝘈, 𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘤𝘵 𝘔𝘳𝘴. 𝘙𝘦𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘵 𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘥@𝘶𝘴𝘥394.𝘤𝘰𝘮