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The R-PHS Choirs’ Boar’s Head Festival – Fit for a King!

Mr. Beckeman — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:44:23 +0000

Hear Ye! Hear Ye! The R-PHS Choirs will present the 12th Boar’s Head Festival, a choir fundraiser, on Friday, February 24th and Saturday, February 25th on the Rocket Auditorium Stage, aka castle. The marketplace and castle opens at 6 p.m.

This medieval/renaissance choir concert features the singing talents of the Reeths-Puffer Madrigals, Vocal Fusion, R-P Chorale, and Chorus in full medieval garb. The singing, dancing, and skits will be presented while the King’s favorite appetizers and desserts are served. The concert will also feature R-PHS band members.

Tickets are $15, and orders are due by Thursday, February 16th. For more information, call Regina Schlaff at 744-1647 ext. 3500, or email: schlaffr@reeths-puffer.org Seating is limited, so get your tickets early for a royally good time!

Valedictorian & Salutatorian Announced

Mr. Beckeman — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:07:53 +0000

Reeths-Puffer High School is proud to announce Stephany Zahl as Valedictorian of the senior class of 2012.

Stephany has a weighted G.P.A. of 4.214. Her interests and involvement include: 4 years of marching band and wind ensemble, 3 years of STATS (Straight Talk About Tough Stuff), 10 years of Competitive Dance, 2 years of Children’s Theatre, 2 years membership in NHS, 4 years of academic tutoring, 1 year of IMPACT, member of the senior homecoming court and currently serves the senior class as Vice-President. You will be able to see Stephany act in our spring musical: The Sound of Music coming in March too!

Reeths-Puffer High School is proud to announce Nick Baker as Salutatorian of the senior class of 2012.

Nick Baker is our Salutatorian with a G.P.A. of 4.205. Nick has been a 4 year member of our marching band, 2 years serving as drum major. Nick also competed on our tennis team for 2 years. Nick is a member of IMPACT, 2 year member of NHS, a member of all three concert bands, member of the senior homecoming court and will perform as a pit-musician in our spring musical: The Sound of Music.

We’re very proud of our Valedictorian and Salutatorian as they have represented their families and school in many fine ways. You will be able to hear from them as they will speak at our graduation ceremony at the L.C. Walker Sports Arena on Tuesday, June 5th at 7:00 p.m.

Financial Aid Workshop Tonight!

Mr. Beckeman — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:58:40 +0000

The financial aid workshop that was canceled due to weather last week has been rescheduled for tonight in the Library Media Center starting at 6:30 p.m. Bruce Wierda, Muskegon Community College’s department chair for financial aid will share his expertise on this very important subject.

There is no cost to attend this workshop where parents will learn more about the FAFSA form and other pertinent information on navigating the challenges of college costs.

ACT Support in English & Reading!

Mr. Beckeman — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:22:02 +0000

Calling all juniors!! In preparation for the upcoming Michigan Merit Exam, we are providing English and Reading support each Wednesday throughout the month of February from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. There is NO COST to you for this additional preparation!

Click on the flyer below to read more about this great opportunity!

ACT Prep

R-PHS Talent Show: Rich Diversity

Mr. Beckeman — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 02:36:37 +0000

The annual R-P Talent Show presented two acts of talent worthy beyond the price of admission last night in the Rocket Centre. The audience enjoyed acts that included singing, dancing, magic, rap, opera, comics, and instrumental presentations. A panel of judges comprised of students and teachers awarded cash prizes in solo, group and show-stopper categories. The results were as follows:

Solo:

First Place: Brendan Martin (Guitar Solo)

Second Place: Claire Krohn (Piano and Song)

Third Place: Elaina Burress (Guitar and Song)

Group:

First Place: All State Everything (Duo Rap)

Second Place: Gates Green & Tommy Grant (Guitar and Song)

Show-Stopper Award: Jesse Dick (Dance performance)

The following photos were taken by R-P student, Morgan Fodrocy:

Hockey Team Makes Students Feel Special

Mr. Beckeman — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:36:13 +0000

Each year our varsity hockey team and coach Sikkenga lace up their skates to show a wonderful group of special students how to have fun on ice.

Ms. Adams’ special students class along with the R-PHS varsity hockey team traveled to Lakeshore sports arena to enjoy some time together on ice skates. The hockey players took the time to assist Ms. Adams’ kids with lacing their skates and then helped them improve their skating skills on the ice.

It was truly heart-warming to see all the students interact with one another throughout their time on the ice together (click on the photo to enlarge).

If you would like to see more photos, click on the link below:

Special Skaters!

Healthy Kids Dental

Mr. Beckeman — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:10:56 +0000

A new dental program for Medicaid covered children will begin on February 1, 2012. The program is called Healthy Kids Dental and is administered by Delta Dental for Medicaid covered children up to age 21. Children who are enrolled in Medicaid will receive a Healthy Kids Dental card in the mail

which will need to be brought into the dental office at each visit. Most of the dental offices in Muskegon county will accept this dental card for Treatment (contact your dental office to be sure). Along with sending the card in the mail, Delta Dental will send a handbook and a list of participating dental offices.

Children who are uninsured can be seen at Northwest Michigan Health Services in Shelby (231) 861-2139. The office is open for dental services on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Please call ahead for an appointment.

R-P Grad Setting Records at Indiana Wesleyan University

Mr. Beckeman — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:09:33 +0000

Allix Miller, a 2011 R-P grad didn’t waste any time making her mark on the record books at Indiana Wesleyan University’s Varsity Women’s track team. In her first meet of the season, Allix broke two records, one in the 400 m dash and the other in the 200 m dash.

Click on the link below to read a bit more about her early season efforts.

Allix Breaks Records

I’m very proud of Allix! As good as she is as a track athlete, she’s even better person!

Financial Aid Workshop Tonight Postponed!

Mr. Beckeman — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:24:48 +0000

Attention Parents!!

The financial aid workshop scheduled for tonight has been postponed due to school cancellation. We will reschedule and post the adjusted date as soon as possible.

Rocket Wrestlers Improve at GMAA City Tournament

Mr. Beckeman — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 03:03:21 +0000

The Rocket wrestling team had eleven wrestlers competing for medals today (Saturday) in the Greater Muskegon Athletic Association’s City Tournament. Cody and Tyler Stenberg defended their City titles, living up to the billing the Muskegon Chronicle wrote about in Friday’s paper.

R-P earned a 3rd place finish with Whitehall winning their 7th straight city title and Holton landing in 2nd place.

Click on the link below to view action photos of our Rocket wrestlers.

City Wrestling Photos