RCHS students recently visited the Purdue Campus in West Lafayette. The tour included an informational session, walking tour, lunch in the Union, and a visit to the University Bookstore!
Mrs. Carmony and RCHS are pleased to announce Maria Sanchez, RCHS exchange student from Spain has been awarded the Student of the Year by the International Cultural Exchange Service. She was chosen out of 1000's of students in the organization. She was selected for her academics, community involvement, and positive attitude. Maria's host family is Chris and Marlo Chastain.
The alumni spotlight for the week is 1994 graduate, Jamey Pavey. Jamey is a College Professor and encourages students to get out of their comfort zone! Thanks for sharing your journey, Jamey!
Congratulations to those students who were inducted into the RCHS National Honor Society last week!! Thank you, Mrs Tillison, for putting on this ceremony!
Ashrey Durand is our staff member of the month for RCHS! She has such a positive attitude and strives for greatness every day! Thank you for all you do!!
Last week, we were excited to honor RCHS Student of the Month CONNER DEWITT at the board meeting! He has an incredible work ethic and sense of humor- he is currently ranked 1 in the Junior Class. Congratulations, Conner!
Due to flooding and road closures throughout Rush County, Rush County Schools will be on a 2-hour delay tomorrow, Monday, April 7th, to give our buses, students, and parents daylight to see road conditions.
Here is the link to this week's LION UPDATE! Enjoy and have a great weekend. IT'S ALMOST MONDAY
https://secure.smore.com/n/kx1ez9
Click here to check out the Rush County Owner Occupied Rehabilitation Housing Program flyer!
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The School Board Meeting will begin tonight at 7:00 pm! Click the link below to watch it live!
https://www.youtube.com/@rchslionslive437/streams
Look at our new expanded 6 bay Phlebotomy lab for our EMS students!! You could also take some classes in this space as well! Visit teachemt.com for more information!
Please see the following dates for the RCHS EMERGENCY TRAINING ACADEMY:
August- 22 Adult Phlebotomy course Rushville.
September 13th Adult Hybrid On Line EMT class. Rushville.
January 10th 2026- Adult In classroom EMT class every Sat. Rushville.
January 26th 2026- Adult Phlebotomy Class. Rushville.
May 24th-25th 2026- EVOC CLASS.
INSTRUCTORS: Bill J. Hufford NRP,PI. Robert Darnell, EMT,PI.
765-561-6695 huffordb@rushville.k12.in.us
https://www.teachemt.com/
This week's RCHS alumni spotlight is 2006 graduate, Eric Harpring! He is currently a PE teacher at Rushville Elementary School. Discrete Math and Spanish were classes that stood out to him during his time at RCHS and encourages students to have experiences in the jobs they think they would like to do! Thank you for sharing your journey with students!
Please see the following information for the opportunity to complete the NHA-National Phlebotomy Certification Course. This is open to anyone! Go to teachemt.com to register.
Our newest early graduate is Olivia Foreman! Congratulations, Olivia!!
(Post 2/2) Our Healthcare Simulation was Sponsored By: Rush County Economic and Community Development Corporation (RCECDC), Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) and Rush Memorial (RMH). Thank you!!
(Post 1/2) Last week several stations provided RCHS students with hands on examples of employment and the skills necessary in the healthcare industry in our healthcare simulation showcase.
Last week at Opportunity School, Anecia Vanest RCHS Class of 96 - speaking about careers in sociology and corrections. Thank you Ms Logan for organizing this for our students!
Last week students had a chance to tour Ball State Campus and learn more about College life! Thank you, Mr. Orme, for organizing the field trip!
Here is the link to this week's Update!! Everyone have a safe and relaxing Spring Break.
https://secure.smore.com/n/jbuxg