Student Life

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  Humans of River Ridge
  Humans of River Ridge: How Prepared Do You Feel for Exams? By: Sean Brownlee This week on Humans of River Ridge, a column where I go around asking random questions to the students of River Ridge, I asked students the question: How prepared do you feel for exams? Here are the answers I got. Darby
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  The Prom of 2024
  By: Hannah Cruz The night started out amazing with the Dj playing hits like Katy Perry and Earth, wind & fire. As the night got dark the beautiful venue lights turned on and the night got lively with more people getting on the dance floor. Another part of the venue was the amazing decorations and
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  Humans of River Ridge
  By: Sean Brownlee This week on Humans of River Ridge, a column where I go around asking random questions to the students of River Ridge, I asked students the question: What were your plans for spring break? Here are the answers I got. Maxwell Landrian “My plans for spring break are currently…” “I’m gonna be
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  Humans of River Ridge
  Humans of River Ridge: What is the Best Way to Spend the Last Day of a Break? By: Sean Brownlee This week on Humans of River Ridge, a column where I go around asking random questions to the students of River Ridge, I asked students the question: What is the Best Way to Spend the
• Tennis Starting Up
  It’s tennis season again at the Ridge, with regional matches starting up, and both our boys’ and girl’s teams are starting out the season strong.  At the time of writing, both teams have played two regional matches. At the time of writing, the boys are sitting with a win-lose rate of 0-2, while the girls
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  Sophia Speaks
  By: Sophia Smith “How do I manage 13 different classes weekly?” Well, I’ve never taken 13 classes weekly, but I still think I could help! You should make a schedule, for after school you could plan the days you would want to study for each class. If you are struggling in one class specifically you
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  Teacher of the Year
  By: Hannah Cruz Ms. Bisgrove is a teacher here at the ridge that has stood out for the way she teaches and her amazing dedication to her students; her teaching skills have been recognized by her students and her colleagues. So, we are proud to call her the teacher of the year for 2024!  Ms.
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  RRHS Traveling Orchestra
  RRHS Traveling Symphony Orchestra By Clare Davis As of 2023-2024 school year, River Ridge has its first traveling symphony orchestra. Traveling Symphony Orchestra is a club created and run by River Ridge orchestra students, Olivia and Isabella Kennison, Sabrina Nattrass, and Ma’Ryah Wash. Symphony orchestra is a combination of both band and orchestra including string,
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  Humans of River Ridge
  By: Scarlett DuPuy What is your favorite subject in school and why? Stella Stabile (9th grade): Her favorite subject is Lit Comp. Because she likes to write. Photo Credit: Scarlett DuPuy Shaun Childers (11th grade): P.E. and team sports because sports are fun and he can socialize. Photo Credit: Scarlett DePuy
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  Teacher Feature
  By Penny Peterson Mrs. Lathem Q: How long have you been a teacher? A: About 16 years. Q: What classes do you teach? A: I teach bio currently. Q: How long have you been teaching at River Ridge? A: I started teaching at River Ridge 10 years ago. Q: What is your favorite part of
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  Sophia Speaks
  By: Sophia Smith “I HATE ALL MY FRIENDS” Dear Anonymous,  I am so sorry to hear that. If you hate all your friends, they really are not your friends. If you do not enjoy being around the people your friends with, you should tell them how you feel. This can be a hard thing to do, but
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  Mrs. Tran
  Mrs. Tran is a first-year teacher here at River Ridge. Last year she was a student teacher here, which made her want to join teaching on the record with us. She wanted to become a teacher because she loves helping kids learn and helping them grow” academically and personally”. Mrs. Tran also wants a safe
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  Humans of River Ridge
  By: Scarlett DePuy What is your favorite part about the Holiday Season? Hunter Hollier, 9th Grade: He enjoys giving gifts to other people. He feels that’s what the season is about. Carter White, 9th grade: He likes getting gifts. He also enjoys watching Christmas movies. Where’s the popcorn? Alanna Garner, 11th grade: She loves the
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  Who is the Best Teacher?
  By: Sophia Smith Coach Whitaker is one of the law teachers here at The Ridge. I interviewed many students here on who their favorite teacher is and why, and Coach Whitaker won by far! Coach Whitaker teaches Intro to Law, and Forensic Science. Coach Whitaker is one of those teachers who make you feel comfortable
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  Meet the FCA
  By Scarlett DePuyFaith:  In Sandals or Sneakers      FCA is the fellowship of Christian athletes and is trying to put God’s word into many high schoolers of today to help them through the difficulties of every day.  This program is led by Michelle Chamberlain, Coach Blake Davis, and in part by Connor Barton. When asked what got her
• TSA wins in cardboard boat competition 
  By: Sean Brownlee On November 9-12, the River Ridge chapter of TSA, or the Technology Student Association, went to Jekyll Island to compete in the TSA Fall Leadership Conference. At the conference, they participated in the armada boat race and a sandcastle competition, where they placed 1st in their group in the boat race.  Photo
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  Sophia Speaks
  Sophia Speaks  By: Sophia Smith “My boyfriend will not get off Fortnite and keeps ignoring me. What should I do?” Dear Anonymous,  I am sorry to hear that. The new Fortnite season can be addicting. Especially when you used to play and are excited for a throwback. If you try to talk to your boyfriend
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  Weird Science Day
  Weird Science Day By Duru Bilgin Last week was the schools Weird Science Day where students got to experience various activities in a spooky theme! The teachers put all their efforts to transform their class to a place where we could see different experiments and enjoy the things presented to us. Let’s take a look
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  Humans of River Ridge
  By Scarlet DePuy When is the earliest you can listen to Christmas music and why? Jayden Hess 11th Grade-He listens to it year-round because he thinks it’s good. Manwaring 9th Grade-LIstens to Christmas music year-round because he loves Christmas. Oliver Peterson 12th Grade-November because it’s the best time to listen to Christmas music. December is
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  18 & Life
  By Duru Bilgin Our first show of the school year just came out with the fantastic show 18 & Life. The story of very hopeful High school students facing one of the most traumatic times of their life due to a single decision. This decision might be different for everyone involved but it will result