A New Beginning - Welcome 2021
We finally made it to the end of 2020, and what a year it was! Here’s hoping for better things in 2021.

January always has a flurry of activities, and this year is no different. 

We will have the end of 1st semester on the 22nd, and begin 2nd semester on the 25th. Due to COVID related issues we will not be having our usual three-day final exam schedule, nor will we be having final exams. If you have scheduling issues for 2nd semester, please contact a school counselor as soon as possible. 

We remain in the hybrid format for the time being, and we’re hoping we don’t see a spike in virus issues following the holidays. Please be vigilant in wearing a mask, it absolutely helps. We continue to do all we can with social distancing and wearing masks here at school, at all times.

Winter activities are in full swing. At this time we are not allowing spectators at our events but we hope to be able to do so soon. Be sure to catch all the action streaming online, go Beavers!

We will use virtual instruction should we have to cancel school for inclement weather. Please pay attention to your Google Classroom for directions from teachers if this occurs. And don’t worry, we promise to leave enough time on any virtual snow days to make a fantastic snowman. Who knows, perhaps that’ll even be part of an assignment for a class.

Please continue to check the RAHS website, your child's Google Classroom and Skyward Gradebook, as well as the district Facebook page for information regarding what we're doing here. And as always, if you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please let me know.

Take care, be safe, stay healthy and have a great January!

Rob Taylor, Principal
Upcoming Events
JANUARY:
18 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day
18 - School Board Meeting 7 p.m.
22 - End of 1st Semester
25 - Start of 2nd Semester

FEBRUARY:
1-5 - National School Counseling Week
5 - NO SCHOOL
8-12 - Wisconsin School Bus Driver Appreciation Week
14 - Valentine's Day
15 - President's Day
15 - School Board Meeting 7 p.m.
Supporting Mental Wellness Among Our Students
The School District of Reedsburg strives to support the emotional wellbeing of our students by offering a continuum of services in partnership with local community-based agencies. We encourage you to navigate the resources on this web page and reach out to a Mental Health team member if you have questions or concerns.
Nurse Notes: Wishing You a Healthy New Year!
by: Lucinda Erbs, School Nurse
As we begin the new year, we need a moment to pause and reflect on our safety and staying healthy. Here are a few answers to frequently asked questions I receive.

What does it mean to Quarantine?
Quarantine is when people who have been exposed to COVID-19 stay separate from others, even if they do not feel sick or have symptoms. Quarantine helps limit the further spread of COVID-19, as someone can unknowingly spread COVID-19 before symptoms develop. Simply that means staying home, not going to school, work, second job, shopping, or gathering with others that are not in your household through Day 14.  

Who should Quarantine?
People who have been identified as a close contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19. You are a close contact if any of the following occurred:
  • You were within 6 feet of someone who has COVID-19 for a cumulative total of 15 minutes or more over the course of 24 hours.  
  • You had direct physical contact with the person (handshake, hugged, or kissed them).
  • They sneezed, coughed, or somehow got respiratory droplets on you.  
  • You live with the person or stayed overnight with the person.  

How long does my child Quarantine when named a close contact?
At the December 2020 School Board meeting the decision was made to continue with the best practice of the 14-day quarantine.

Although, the CDC has released new options to reduce the length of quarantine using symptom monitoring and diagnostic testing. However, there is an increased risk of spreading COVID-19 if it is not followed accurately. Therefore, the safest strategy for our district to prevent the spread of COVID-19 remains that close contacts quarantine for a full 14 days after exposure to a positive individual.
These Students Shine!
Students are nominated by teachers monthly. Each student nominated receives recognition in the local papers.
Reminder...
The School District of Reedsburg will hold virtual learning on days that would otherwise be lost to school closure (ie. inclement weather), which should eliminate the need to make up lost instructional hours later in the school year.
Monthly
Tips
  • Class Schedule Changes: The deadline to request Semester 2 schedule changes was December 22. In January, changes will only be made for students with Semester 2 scheduling errors or if credit remediation is required. Please contact a school counselor if you have questions about your child’s class schedule.
  • Students continuing and/or switching to all virtual may not be permitted to take certain classes due to the hands-on nature or materials needed. If this pertains to your student, please reach out to a school counselor as soon as possible to discuss alternative course options. If the counseling office does not hear from you or your student prior to the start of Semester 2, a study hall(s) will be placed in their schedule.

  • College Board Advanced Placement (AP) Late Exam Registration: Late test registrations will be accepted by the RAHS Counseling Office through March 5, 2021. In addition to the $95 per-test registration fee, there is an additional $40 per-test late fee. A late registration form is available here, in the RAHS Counseling Office, or linked on our website. Students with disabilities must submit requests for testing accommodations to the College Board by January 15, 2021.

  • 2021-2022 RAHS Course Selection: Please see our website for information and updates regarding future course selection and class scheduling. RAHS 9-11 graders will receive future course selection information and materials in late January or early February at school.
  • The 8th-grade parent/guardian meeting will take place on Tuesday, February 2nd at 6 p.m.; more information about the presentation format and location will be posted on our website and shared with families via Skylert messages soon. School Counselors will discuss RAHS course selection and requirements for the Class of 2025 incoming freshmen for the 2021-22 school year. The meeting will re-cap information presented to students at Webb, St. Peter’s, and Sacred Heart.

  • Semester 1 Final Grades & Transcripts: Once first-semester final grades have been posted, updated unofficial transcripts will be uploaded to the Portfolio of Skyward Family Access. Updated transcripts, including Laude distinctions if applicable, will also be uploaded to the Parchment e-transcript service for seniors. This process is typically completed by mid-February. Please be aware that RAHS does not generate or print semester report cards; student grades are accessible on Skyward Family Access.

  • Scholarships: Students are encouraged to visit the “Scholarships” page of the RAHS Counseling website and check their school email accounts on a regular basis for information about various scholarship opportunities. On February 17, Class of 2021 seniors will be given information, by email and a virtual presentation, about participating in the optional RAHS Local Scholarship Program and Senior Honors Night.

  • Concurrent College Courses: Students who would like to take classes for credit at UW-Platteville Baraboo Sauk County and/or Madison College (MATC) while attending RAHS during the Fall of 2021 must contact Ms. Johnson in the School Counseling Office about the requirements of this program and the application process. The deadline to submit the application is March 1st before the end of the school day.

  • Junior State ACT Testing Updates: Pending an update from the State, all juniors will be taking the ACT beginning on March 9, 2021. Please contact Ms. Johnson with any questions at ext. 1161.

  • Contact Us: Please contact RAHS Counseling Staff with questions or concerns by calling (608) 768-8928 ext. 1158. To schedule an in-person or virtual appointment with a school counselor, please contact the school counseling secretary or a school counselor directly.
COVID-19 Building Low-Risk notifications.
Informational links and Sauk County COVID-19 testing.
What it means when your child is a Close Contact.
RAHS Reminders
  • Purchase parking passes for $10 in the main office.
  • Yearbooks can still be ordered online. Price increased to $55.
  • To stay informed, check out our News and Announcements page on the website.
Food Service
To order meals for virtual school days, families will need to continue to fill out the online meal pre-order form every week for each child.

The month's breakfast and lunch menus may be accessed by clicking the button below.
Reedsburg Area High School – School District of Reedsburg
1100 South Albert Avenue | Reedsburg, WI 53959
 (608) 768-8928 | Contact Us

District Mission Statement
Our mission is to prepare our students for the future, instill a sense of respect and a passion for learning.