Ravenswood High School

Ravenswood High is requesting all staff and students to wear red on Wednesday, 8/28 to show support and solidarity for Madison Middle School in Boone County. Madison Middle School is grieving the loss of an 8th grade student who passed away after football practice. Hopefully a school wide picture can be taken to show our support. Respectfully, Bill Heis, Principal

Good evening. I hope everyone had a great opening day of school. This year, Jackson County Schools has attempted to reduce the amount of required forms sent home for parents to complete on opening day. The digital forms we used last year are no longer available due to the company not meeting our school system’s standards. However, there are 3 forms for elementary students and 4 forms for middle/high school students that must be returned to your child's school as soon as possible. The elementary forms include the Acceptable Use Policy, Emergency Card, and Student Code of Conduct. Middle/High School forms include the 3 previously mentioned forms and the MacBook/iPad agreement. Extra forms and basic information that each family should review are located on the JCBOE website under the tab “start of school info.” If you have any questions, please contact your child’s school. Have a wonderful evening.

Good evening. This is Will Hosaflook, Superintendent of Jackson County Schools. Tomorrow brings much anticipation with the start of a new school year. I am so excited to see our students and employees back in our buildings as we continue to work together to make Jackson County Schools the best school district in our state. Once again, Jackson County Schools continues to move up in the state rankings. According to the website School Digger, which rates WV school districts, Jackson County Schools has moved up and is now ranked third in the school district listing for our state. This would not be possible without the unwavering support of our great families and employees in Jackson County. As we continue to climb in academic rankings, change is not only necessary, it is inevitable. We will continue to make necessary changes, whether it is schedule adjustments, student acceleration, student remediation, or offering unique opportunities for students to grow. Leading the state will not come easy. It will take hard work, determination, and perseverance from our children, as well as for the entire community to demand high expectations and excellence in our schools. I believe in the power of public education as well as our parents, our employees, and especially our communities. Anything is possible; we must be willing to outwork all others to accomplish our goals. As always, I ask for your patience on the first day of school. There are many moving parts that we will continually perfect throughout the year. Once again, thank you for your support and encouragement as we start another exciting school year. Thank you and have a wonderful evening.

Roane Jackson Technical Center: If you are attending RJTC for morning and afternoon sessions, you will be picked up and dropped off at the front lobby rather than the DAC. On Wednesday, 8/21, the morning RJTC students will meet in the auditorium after announcements. Thank you, Bill Heis, Principal

Open House: Ravenswood High is hosting its Open House on Tuesday, 8/20 from 5:45 - 7:00. A short presentation for the upperclassmen will occur at 5:45 in the auditorium. Students and their parents/guardians are then invited to tour the school. If you have any questions, please call the school at (304) 273-9301. Thank you, Bill Heis, Principal

Freshmen Orientation: Ravenswood High is hosting Freshmen Orientation on Tuesday, 8/20 at 5:00 in the auditorium. After a short presentation, students and parents are invited to tour the school. If you have any questions, please contact the school at (304) 273-9301. Thank you, Bill Heis, Principal

Senior Sunrise: The Ravenswood High School Class of 2025 is invited to gather at the football field Monday, 8/19 at 6 a.m. to watch the sunrise over their senior year, together as a class, before their last first day of school ☀️. Seniors can bring a blanket and enjoy the sunrise from the new turf on the football field. Breakfast will be served and there will be some photo ops as well.

Meet the Teams: You are invited to Flinn Field to meet the fall teams on Monday, 8/19 at 6:30 for Ravenswood High. Admission will be donations such as a case of water or sports drinks. We look forward to seeing you. Thank you, Bill Heis, Principal

MacBook Deployment: devices for students will be deployed on the following days: Monday, 8/12 for 11th and 12th graders and Tuesday, 8/13 for 9th and 10th graders. Times for both days will be from 1:00 - 6:00 and will occur in the cafeteria. Students must pick up their devices--friends, parents and/or guardians cannot. If you miss the scheduled time, you may pick up your device on the first day of school. If you have any questions, please call the school at (304) 273-9301. Thank you, Bill Heis, Principal

Digital Safety for Families - Trends and Strategies - Caregiver Event @ Ravenswood High School Auditorium Tuesday, Sept 10, 2024 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Reminder concerning Vaccines For Upcoming 12th Graders: Ensuring the health and safety of our upcoming 12th graders is of utmost importance. Therefore, all students must have their Meningococcal vaccine before the start of the 24’-25’ school year. Please note, students without this record are permitted from the start of fall sports and school entry. Students will be sent home on the first day if this record is not obtained. If you have questions, please call the school at (304) 273-9301. Thank you, Bill Heis, Principal

Cardiac Arrest Plan reminder: All fall student-athletes and /or band members along with their parents/guardians must sign the Cardiac Arrest Plan before beginning practice on Monday, 8/5. If you have any questions and/or concerns, please contact the school at (304) 273-9301. Thank you, Bill Heis, Principal

Cardiac Arrest Plan: All parents and/or guardians of student-athletes and band members for the fall season are invited to the Ravenswood High Auditorium on Monday, 7/29 at 5:30 to listen to a discussion concerning the legislated Cardiac Arrest Plan that will be in place for all sporting and band events and practices. If you have any questions, please contact the school at (304) 273-9301. Thank you, Bill Heis, Principal

Good evening. This is a reminder that all Jackson County Schools are closed on Monday, May 27, 2024, On Tuesday, May 28th, Jackson County Schools will have a three-hour early dismissal, which is the last day of the school year for all students. If your child rides a bus, the bus will arrive at the drop-off location three hours before the normal drop-off time. As always, you can check the Zonar app to see the exact location of your child’s bus at any given time. Have a safe and wonderful summer!

Senior obligations: A reminder to take care of your Senior obligations by Friday @ 10:00 a.m. If you have any questions and/or concerns, please contact the school @ (304) 273-9301. Thank you, Bill Heis, Principal

Senior obligations: Many seniors have not returned chargers, adapters and other accessories. This is a reminder that if obligations are not paid in full, you may forfeit the privilege of walking at graduation. If you have an questions pertaining to an invoice, please contact the school at (304) 273-9301. Thank you, Bill Heis, Principal

Good Evening. This is a reminder that our first session with ParentGuidance.org is tomorrow at 6:00 p.m., covering Social Media and How to Protect Your Child. This is the first of four Mental Health Series meetings Jackson County Schools will deliver throughout the summer and early fall. Guardians with students in any grade level are encouraged to attend. The meeting will be presented on a ZOOM platform for parents' convenience and privacy. The meeting will be presented in the Ravenswood High School Auditorium if you cannot access the internet or Teams. Please visit your child's school website or Jackson County School's website to register for the Parent Series or click the following address. https://tinyurl.com/2ax96vkc Thank you and have a wonderful evening.

Good Evening. Jackson County Schools has partnered with ParentGuidance.org, an online service for parents to learn how to support their children and get answers to mental health questions. Jackson County will offer the first of 4 Mental Health Series on Monday the 20th from 6 until 7pm. The topic is Social Media and How to Protect Your Child. The meeting will be presented on a ZOOM Meeting platform for parents' convenience and privacy. If you cannot access the internet or Teams, the meeting will be presented at the Ravenswood High School Auditorium. Please visit your child's school website or Jackson County School's website to register for the Parent Series. You can also register by clicking the following link. https://tinyurl.com/2ax96vkc Thank you and have a great evening.

Senior MacBook collections will begin on Thursday, May 16th. Please note the following instructions: The Technology Department will collect your MacBook and charger on May 16th. If you are a morning Vo-Tech student, your MacBook will be collected in the afternoon, and vice versa for afternoon Vo-Tech students. Before turning in your MacBook, ensure to: Remove all files, pictures, projects, etc., from the device by May 16th. Remove skins and stickers from the protective case and MacBook by May 16th. Please keep do not remove the MacBook case. Items to be turned in with the MacBook: Magnetic Power Cord (There is a $50 charge if damaged or missing) MacBook Case (There is a $50 charge if damaged or missing) MacBook (must have at least 50% charge) If you have any questions, please contact Kim Sheets or through Canvas or by email. Thank you, Bill Heis, Principal

Rave Revue is having a Wendy's fundraising event on Wednesday, 5/15, from 3:30p - 7:30p. They will also have a bake sale and a prize wheel there as well! Thank you for your support.