The School District Retiree video played at the Spring In-Service session is now online at http://vimeopro.com/rimsd/recognitions The School District Retirement Tea is on Wednesday, May 16, at Rock Island High School Library, 3:45 p.m. View the list of retirees >>  Also – there are plenty of retirement parties to attend! Please keep visiting this page to [...]

The Spring In-Service will be held on Monday, March 26. Join the entire district staff for breakfast at the high school and then head to the auditorium for retiree recognition and a message from Dr. Oberhaus. Staff will be dismissed to different buildings for training.

Dr. Oberhaus gave the Board of Education an overview of two pieces of education legislation from the State of Illinois that will impact the school district’s evaluation measures and contract negotiation processes: Senate Bill 315 (SB 315) and Senate Bill 7 (SB7). View the Powerpoint (PDF) >>  SB 315 ties student performance data to teacher and [...]

Rock Island Police Department Detective Jeff Morrissey and Officer Dave Perry conducted an Internet Safety Seminar for parents on Thursday, Nov. 17, in the Rock Island High School Library. The information presented contained tips about what parents can do to be aware of issues connected to social networking and other internet safety concerns. The presentation was [...]

RIHS senior Abigail Calder was named as a National Merit Scholar Semi-Finalist …

Six Rock Island High School students were named as IMEA All-State Musicians last week >>

Christopher Cartee has been hired as the new Athletic Director and will take over for retiring Athletic Director Bob Swanson at the end of the school year.

Enjoy songs of the season at the Rock Island High School, Edison Jr. High School and Washington Jr. High School Winter Concerts!

In times of inclement weather (most likely snow, ice or extreme cold) the decision to open or close schools is based on current and anticipated weather and road conditions that will affect families during school hours. Stay informed by reviewing the School District cancellation guidelines and make sure that parents are informed of the process [...]

Frances Willard Elementary is having an Open House on Thursday, Sept. 22 in celebration of their 75th anniversary! Students, staff and the community are invited to attend the event from 3:00-5:00 p.m.