The 8th Grade Science class finished their year with the 2nd Annual "Junk Yard Wars". The students used simple machines and scrap items to efficiently move an object. All of the students chose to build a cart to move the box. Through this project, they were able to identify and explain forces and motion and calculate force, acceleration, speed and mechanical advantage.

Some of the elementary students spent some time enjoying the weather at the park, today, along with home made Ice Cream with help from the Schuyler Co Farm Bureau

Congratulations to our RIHS CNA students on completing their final day of clinicals yesterday! Through hands-on training, patient care experience, and clinical hours, they are now ready to take the Illinois Nurse Aide Competency Exam and earn certification. We are proud of their hard work, compassion, and dedication as they take the next step toward careers in healthcare!

Congratulations to Webster Students of the Month!! Easton Harrison (K), Elowyn Stambaugh(1), Logan Korsmeyer(2), Preston Matthews (3), Jordan Bickerman (4)

RIHS Seniors celebrated Decision Day!

The 8th-grade science class has been working on building electromagnets. In this scenario, Bob, the owner of Big Bob’s Salvage Yard, wants his electromagnetic crane to pick up more scrap metal. The students are engineering a design to increase the magnetic force so the crane can lift more items.

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On March 26, the National Guard’s 5th Civil Support Team visited an 8th-grade science class to provide hands-on demonstrations of hazardous substance detection and personal protective equipment. This specialized Bartonville-based unit supports emergency authorities by identifying chemical, biological, and radiological threats to protect public safety. Through this visit, students gained a firsthand look at the critical role of science in domestic incident response and disaster management.

Mrs. Swan's Zoology classes toured the Jake Wolf Memorial Fish Hatchery. They were able to get a behind-the-scenes look at how fish are raised from eggs to when they are ready to be released. They also go to talk to the tour guide about how science and conservation work together and the different career paths at the hatchery.

Last week, our 7th and 8th-grade students visited the SRC Reality Store at Spoon River College, where they participated in a hands-on simulation focused on real-world financial responsibilities. Students explored the cost of living by managing expenses such as housing, utilities, and everyday needs, while also practicing budgeting and decision-making.

Congratulations to our $100 drawing winners from the SIMS FUNdraiser: 5th grader Enam Agbeve, 6th grader Ezra Cox, 7th grader Addi Icenogle, and 8th grader Maggie Trone, each entered after selling five tickets. A special congratulations to 8th grader Valdi Mbula, our top middle school ticket seller—thank you to everyone who supported SIMS by selling March Madness tickets!

Some of our Pre-K students coordinated their Saint Patrick's Day outfits.

Congratulations to the RIHS Scholastic Bowl Regional Champions! The team will travel to Athens to compete in Sectionals this Saturday.