Ridgeland High School
586 Sunnybrook Road
Ridgeland, Ms 39157
601-898-5023 (P)
601-853-8656 (F)
www.rhstitans.com (Website)
Student Services
Tiffany McKinnon, Counselor (A-L/10th-12th)
e-mail: tmckinnon@madison-schools.com
Becky Fields, Counselor (M-Z/10th-12th)
e-mail: bfields@madison-schools.com
Donna Cutrer, Counselor (9th Grade)
e-mail: dcutrer@madison-schools.com
Cheryl Johnson, Data Entry
e-mail: cjohnson@madison-schools.com
Lisa Parker, Records
e-mail:lparker@madison-schools.com
Charlyn Dean, Receptionist
e-mail: cdean@madison-schools.com
The 6 C’s of Counseling
1. Counseling: assisting students in setting goals and providing support to help
them carry through with more effective ways of living in academic,
personal/social and vocational area. The counselor is available before and after
school, during break and lunch to meet with students.
2. Confidentiality: not telling others about what students tell the counselor or
teacher, unless students are hurting themselves, hurting others or being abused.
3. Caring: wanting what is best for students. The counselor will keep the student
fully informed about the methods she uses to help the student reach his or her
goals. The student is responsible for asking questions if he or she has concerns
about the counselor or counseling process. Depending on the student’s situation,
the counselor may not be the best person to help. If that is the case, the counselor
will assist the student in finding another professional helper.
4. Communication: facilitating positive interaction between students, teachers and
parents in an effort to help students reach their academic potential. The counselor
will provide communication opportunities through in-person meeting, e-mail and
telephone.
5. Course Selection: helping students match interests and abilities with classes that
will provide the best background for college and career.
6. Colleges/Careers: aiding students in finding occupations and corresponding
colleges that will allow them to achieve a satisfactory lifestyle. Searches are
conducted using sources such as print and the internet. The counselor will also
help with local job searches and with the development of a resume.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
CLASS OF 2017
RHS students must earn 6 credits, including English I & 1 Math Credit = Sophomore
12 credits, including English II & 2 Math Credits = Junior
18 credits, including English III & 3 Math Credits = Senior
English: (4 Carnegie units)
English I
English II - *SATP
English III
English IV
Math: (4 Carnegie units)
Algebra I - *SATP
Geometry
Algebra II
Science: (4 Carnegie units)
Biology I - *SATP
A Physical Science
Two full credit science courses
History: (4 Carnegie units)
MS Studies
World Geography
World History
U. S. History - *SATP
U. S. Government
Economics
Fine Art: (1 Carnegie unit)
Band
Art
Intro to Fine Arts
Theatre
Choral Music
General Music
Technolgy: (1 Carnegie unit)
STEM - 1
Health & P. E.: Comprehensive/Family &
Individual Health (1/2 Carnegie
unit)
***Physical Education (1/2
Carnegie unit)
Electives: (5 Carnegie units)
Any courses of your choice
Total Credits: 24 Carnegie units
*SATP – Subject Area Test Program – Subject Area Tests to be taken and passed for Graduation.
**Pre-Algebra, Transitions to Algebra, and Algebra I successfully completed in 8th grade will count for
Carnegie unit credit.
***P. E. credit can be fulfilled by a 2nd year of band or choir, JROTC, or Sports Block
REQUIRED COURSES FOR ADMISSION
TO PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES IN MISSISSIPPI
CLASS OF 2017
CURRICULUM AREA
COURSES
ENGLISH
UNITS
4
Algebra I*
Geometry
Algebra II
3
SCIENCE
3 Lab-based sciences
3
SOCIAL STUDIES
Geography/MS Studies
World History
U.S. History
U.S. Gov/Economics
Computer
Application/STEM
4
MATHEMATICS
TECHNOLOGY
EDUCATION
ARTS
ADVANCED
ELECTIVES
TOTAL UNITS
REQUIRED
SELECT (2) UNITS****
FROM THE FOLLOWING
LIST:
Foreign Language*
Adv. World Geography
4th year Mathematics**
4th year Science***
½
1
2
19 ½
*Algebra I or first year Foreign Language taken in the eighth grade will be accepted for
admission provided course content is the same as the high school course.
**Must be of comparable rigor and content of the three required math courses above.
***Must be of comparable rigor and content of the three required science courses above.
****One of the two units must be in Foreign Language or Advanced World Geography.
WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND STUDENTS GO TO THE WEBSITE OF THE
COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY EACH PLANS TO ATTEND FOR SPECIFIC
COURSES NEEDED FOR ADMISSION!
RIDGELAND HIGH SCHOOL
ORGANIZATIONS AND ACTIVITIES
TEAM SPORTS
COACH
9th Grade
Baseball
Basketball
Girls
Boys
Football
Cheerleading
Track
Girls
Boys
Cross Country
Wilkerson
Howell
McIntyre
Bolton
Tackitt & Watts
Bolton
Elkins
Walker, J.
Varsity
Football
Basketball
Boys
Girls
Volleyball
Cross Country
Soccer
Girls
Boys
Softball
Fast Pitch
Slow Pitch
Power Lifting
Swimming
Tennis
Golf
Bowling
Burton
Davidson
Hawkins
Hawkins
Walker
Wood
Douglas
Porter
Porter
Stensaas
Watts
Davidson
Martin
Rives
CLUBS & ACTIVITIES
SPONSOR
Band
Choir
JROTC
Year Book
Newspaper
SGA
Beta Club
Key Club
RHS Ambassadors
Forensics
Junior Classical League
French Club
Spanish Club
Art Club
DECA
Environmental Club
FCA
Campus Life
Bible Study
Moffat
Upton
Welter & Mills
Williams
Williams
Watts
Walker, A.
Srivastava
Magee
Ballard
Peyton
Hegwood
Knight & Salamonson
Rives, Latson, & Gremillion
Evans
Harbour
Elkins
Student Initiated
Student Initiated
NOTE: Students who participate in extracurricular activities that compete against other schools are subject
to the Madison County School District Random Drug Testing Policy.
RESUME
Name:
School Name:
Address:
School Address:
Phone Number:
School Phone Number:
Birth Date:
ACT Score:
GPA:
SAT Score:
Rank in Class :
Leadership:
Honors and Activities:
Community Service:
Work Experience:
MADISON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT/HOLMES
COMMUNITY COLLEGE SCHOOL DAY DUAL
ENROLLMENT PROGRAM
Beginning in August of 2000, Madison County School District and Holmes Community
College implemented a School Day Dual Enrollment Program for advanced high school
seniors. The School Day Dual Enrollment Program allows seniors the opportunity to take
college classes within the time frame allocated for the regular high school day. The
following paragraphs should provide additional information about this program and the
requirements for participation.
Initial Admission Requirements
(Upon entering the senior year)
1. The student must have earned a minimum ACT Composite Score of 20, and an
overall average of 85.0 or higher.
2. The student must have earned a minimum of 20 credits and be classified as a
senior.
3. The student must have passed a minimum of 5 credits (can include summer
school) from courses taken in the preceding school year.
4. The student must not have any disciplinary infractions resulting in expulsion of
placement at the Madison County Alternative School during the preceding school
year.
College Course Load
Dual Enrollment Program students will be required to take a minimum of one (1) and no
more than two (2) college courses per semester. In college terms, a student will be
required to take a minimum of three (3) hours per semester, but could take up to six (6)
for a maximum of twelve (12) hours of transferable, college credits upon their graduation
from high school.
Financial Obligation
Each Dual Enrollment Program student is financially responsible for his/her own tuition
and fees. For the 2011-12 school year, tuition cost was $306.00 for a 3-hour course plus
a registration fee. Textbooks are part of the financial obligation as well.
RIDGELAND HIGH SCHOOL MENTORING PROGRAM
Beginning in the fall of 2002, Ridgeland High School and Big Brothers/Big Sisters of
Mississippi implemented a Mentoring Program for community-minded RHS seniors.
This mentoring program allows seniors the opportunity to work with elementary and
middle school students (K-8) in the Ridgeland attendance zone during the regular high
school day. By participating in this program, seniors who earn at least 100 hours of
community service are eligible to apply for college scholarships through the Mississippi
Mentoring Network. Upon entering the senior year, students should have met the
following requirements:
1. The student must demonstrate concern for others and be willing to extend his/her
life to an elementary or middle school age child.
2. The student must be classified as a senior.
3. The student must not have had any serious disciplinary infractions resulting in
suspension, expulsion or placement at the Madison County Alternative School
during his/her first three years of high school.
4. The student must fill out an application in the spring of his/her junior year and
interview with school officials.
5. The student must attend mandatory training sessions during the spring of his/her
junior year and then in the fall of his/her senior year.
RIDGELAND HIGH SCHOOL PROFILE
Community:
Ridgeland High School was opened in August 2002 by the Madison County
School District, the second fastest growing school district in Mississippi. The
school is located and serves students from within the city limits of
Ridgeland, a suburb north of metropolitan Jackson. The area's convenient
location, strong public school system, and easy access to Jackson have made
Ridgeland one of the most rapidly developing areas within the metropolitan
area.
Accreditation:
Ridgeland High School is accredited by the Mississippi Department of
Education. Ridgeland High School has maintained STAR School Performing
School status for the last 8years.
Description of School:
Ridgeland High School is a public, four-year, comprehensive high school with
a strong college-preparatory program. There are approximately 886 students
in grades 9-12 for the 2012-2013 school year. The class sizes are as
follows: 9th Grade - 249 students; 10th Grade - 227 students; 11th Grade 202 students; and 12th Grade - 201 students.
Schedule Format:
Ridgeland High School operates on an 8 period, alternating day, blockscheduling format. There are 4 block periods per day, with are 90 minutes in
length. The school year is divided into two semesters with each semester
containing two nine-week terms.