MESSAGE FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL
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Huskies Love the Water!
Our students are participating in two new aquatic programs this year, one on the water, and one in the water.
Members of the newly formed Husky sailing team are: Cade M. (team captain, 2018), Cameron N. (2019), Drea K. (2018), Margo O. (2019). High school sailing is open to students between 8th and 12th grade. The first regatta for the sailing team takes place on Saturday November 15, at Balboa Yacht Club. Our team is hosted by King harbor Yacht Club, where we practice every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:00 to 6:30 pm. The sailing season begins in August, runs through July, and includes PCISA high school regattas, Shadden racing series and the Rose Bowl Regatta which is held in conjunction with a collegiate regatta and is often scouted by top collegiate sailing coaches. Sailors may also have the chance to sail in the Junior Olympic and the Pacific Coast Championship and National Championship regattas. Huskies interested in joining are encouraged to contact Ms. Morris.
And swimming has been added to our PE program this year. Every Wednesday our swimmers (in grades 5-10) pile into the school bus and head over to Peck Park pool. Ms. Hall works with the novice swimmers, teaching them stroke mechanics, playing games, and generally increasing comfort and competence in the water. Some students who were barely able to swim a lap on their first day are now able to swim 60 yards without stopping. The more advanced swimmers dive in to complete workouts and improve their stamina and technique. They have been practicing their backstroke, breaststroke, and even butterfly, as well as increasing their distance. Swim workouts are proving to be a fantastic fall fitness activity.
Peter McCormack
Head of School
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OPEN HOUSE/DISCOVERY DAYS |
Our first pair of Rolling Hills Prep Discovery Days are coming up! During a Discovery Day, parents will have the opportunity to meet current faculty members, students, and administrators during a school day. Information on academic programs, admission, financial assistance, and extracurricular programs will also be provided. Middle School Discovery Day Tuesday, November 4, 2014 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Upper School Discovery Day Thursday, November 6, 2014 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Please pass the word along to any families that may be interested in learning more about our campus. RSVPs should be sent to Ryan Tillson at rtillson@rollinghillsprep.org.
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RHP and REN celebrated Red Ribbon Week from October 23-31. Here are some of the pictures. Check out the full album on Facebook.
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A big thanks to all of you who have liked and supported our Facebook page! We recently hit 700 likes! If you haven't already, invite your friends to check out our page.
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Grandparents' and Friends' Day is Tuesday, November 25, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Invitations were mailed out last week. RSVP by November 20.
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RHP and REN will be there from 6-8 p.m. but the fundraiser is on for the entire day! Grab lunch, dinner, or take-out and support our schools!
Also, buy your California Pizza Kitchen gift cards from the school office. Use these to pay for your meal at our CPK fundraiser on November 12th, and our schools will earn even more! $50 and $10 denominations available, cash or check payable to RHP.
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 Our middle school Volleyball team won their last game of the season, making them undefeated for the year. Playoffs are next Wednesday! Go Huskies!
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Prague summer is back! The trip is from June 29 to July 15, 2015. This course is for extended credit at RHP and REN and is open to current freshman, sophomores, and juniors.
There will be an informational parent/student meeting on Monday, November 10 at 6pm in Room 8A. If you have any questions, please contact Emily Wratschko at ewratschko@rollinghillsprep.org.
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Last week, Advanced Theater and Tech Crew students got to open the new lighting and equipment we received for the MPR. Some of the items included a light board, 10 theater stage lighting instruments, tools, a chop saw, and other equipment to build sets. This was made possible due to your support at last year's Gala during Raise the Paddle and the schools' commitment to the performing arts.
Come see all of the new upgrades at The Importance of Being Earnest on November 20, 21, and 22!
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FALL PLAY IS NOV. 20, 21, 22
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The Upper School Fall Play is on November 20, 21, and 22 in the MPR. Advanced tickets are now available. Click here to download the advanced tickets order form.
Parents of Cast and Crew: Please click the button below to sign up for volunteer positions for the Fall Play.
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The Renaissance 7th graders will be doing a Harbor Tour in San Pedro on Friday, November 7 from 12:30 to 2 p.m. No need to bring lunch. Regular attire. Please contact Ana Alejandre with any questions at aalejandre@rollinghillsprep.org.
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We are looking for a few families to host our 3 Japanese students arriving in January until March and another family to host a current 8th grader from January until mid-February. For more information, please contact Ryan Tillson at rtillson@rollinghillsprep.org.
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This is a reminder to 12th grade parents that baby pictures and current pictures are due to the office by November 18th. The pictures will be returned to you. This is for the senior dinner slide show. Please contact Shari Runnels with any questions at sharirunnells@gmail.com.
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For families that have chosen to pay their tuition and fees in two installments, the deadline for the 2nd payment is November 14. Billing reminders are going out to the families who have signed up for payment option plan B. If you don't receive your reminder notice in the next few days, or if you have any questions, please contact Maria Sher in the Business Office at 310-791-1101 ext. 105.
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We had a busy week! Red Ribbon Week, pink for October, pumpkin carving, a cool presentation in Mr. D's history class, and a Halloween costume contest!
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SAVE THE DATE: APRIL 25, 2015 |
The annual gala and auction will be on April 25, 2015. Save the date! Contact Patty Harunk with any questions at pharunk@rollinghillsprep.org.
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WHERE ARE OUR ALUMNI NOW? |
Oberlin College sophomore volleyball player Meredith Leung, a member of the RHP class of 2013 and of our CIF Championship volleyball team of the same year, was named as the North Coast Athletic Conference Player of the Week, the league office announced on Monday afternoon. Leung, a native of Lomita, California, helped the Yeowomen turn in a perfect 3-0 week with wins over Case Western, Kenyon and Wooster. In the three matches Leung had the Oberlin offense in rhythm as she dished out 109 assists during the stretch.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Middle School Discovery Day, 9-10:30 a.m.
November 4
Boys' MS Soccer Playoffs vs. Rolling Hills Country Day @ Rolling Hills Country Day, 3:30 p.m.
November 4
Girls' JV Volleyball Game vs. Hawthorne Math & Science @ Oak St. Gym, 3 p.m.
November 4
Girls' Varsity Volleyball Game vs. Hawthorne Math & Science @ Oak St. Gym, 4 p.m.
November 5
Girls' MS Volleyball Playoffs @ LA Galaxy Soccer Center, 3 p.m.
November 6
Upper School Discovery Day, 9-10:30 a.m.
November 6
UC Application Workshop for 12th Graders, 1:30 p.m.
November 6
Advanced Theater One Acts, 6:30 to 8 p.m. in MPR
November 7
Deadline to Register for Dec. 13 ACT
November 7
7th Grade REN Field Trip to San Pedro Harbor, 12:30 to 2 p.m.
November 8
SATs, 8 to 12:30 p.m.
November 11
Veteran's Day (No School & Office Closed)
November 12
CPK Night
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Announcement!
We have combined our two Instgrams into one account!
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#HASHTAG
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Many of us already share photos and news through social media. Now you can easily share these updates with the RHP and Renaissance community.
Add #rollinghillsprep or #renaissancesas to your post, tweet, or photo and consider it submitted!
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