Announcements
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Do you ever find yourself wondering what is happening at RMHS? Find the latest news for parents, opportunities & events for students, and access to our weekly video recorded announcements created by our Media Tech class on this page. (Students produce a weekly announcement show that highlights the events happening at our school.)
Events and Opportunities for Students
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Throughout the year, RMHS offers unique opportunities for students to find their passions and partake in experiential learning. This may happen through career treks, on field trips, with guest speakers, and the like. Check out this page to see how you can take advantage of these offerings.
Contests
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Design a Meadows Mask
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Your Voice! Essay Competition
Guest Speakers
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MMSS: Dr. Brione Lockett, 2/24/21, (All Students)
Our next Mustang Morning Speaker Series is scheduled for Wednesday, February 24th at 10:00 a.m. We will feature RMHS Alumnus, Dr. Brione Lockett who will speak to our students and staff in celebration of Black History Month. Please join us through Zoom at https://d214.zoom.us/j/ 97733834525.
The Arlington Heights native completed his bachelor’s degree in History and Africana Studies at SIUC in 2015 and has also completed the joint concurrent program in Master of Public Health in community health education and a Doctorate in Education with a concentration in Health Education. He’s a 2010 graduate of Rolling Meadows High School.Lockett serves as the Coordinator for African American/ Black student Programs at Dixie State University in St. George, Utah. Over the last few years he served as an instructor in the Africana Studies and the Education department as well as an Administrative assistant within the College of Liberal Arts at Southern Illinois University, Carbondale. He has also served as a two term member of the SIU Board of Trustees.
He has worked for the House Democratic Issues/Communication staff for the Illinois House of Representatives. He also coordinated a statewide public health career fair, interned with the Great Plains Tribal Chairman’s Health board working with Native Americans, and has served as a member of a Student Outbreak Response Team (SORT) that conducted wellness checks for elderly persons living in an assisted living facility during the COVID-19 pandemic.
During his time in Carbondale, he’s had the opportunity to speak regarding student issues in a variety of venues, including addressing members of the Illinois legislature during the state’s two-year budget impasse about student debt and student welfare. He has also served with campaigns established to improve interactions between police and people with mental health needs.
In his current role, Dr. Lockett, trains and mentor’s students, leads the planning, coordination, implementation, and assessment of retention programs and workshops that serve underrepresented students, and is the advisor for the Black Student Union.
During his academic and professional life, Dr. Lockett has learned the true meaning of family and the importance of having supportive and encouraging people during difficult times.
Dr. Lockett enjoys reading, traveling, and giving back to the community. His goal is to work for organizations such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Indian Health Services (IHS) to implement programs to improve the quality of life for all individuals. In the future Dr. Lockett also plans to run for political office.
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MMSS: Ms. Vonetta Wade, 2/21/21, (All Students)
We are thrilled to announce the Morning Mustang Speaker Series (MMSS), all new for 2021, which will bring guest speakers into our school to inspire our students.
The first guest speaker is Vonetta Wade. Ms. Wade is the author of Proceed Through the Uncomfortable: 52 Mindful Journal Reminders to Inspire You on Your Journey. She shares her journey from being a teen mom to experiencing a successful career in Corporate America.
Ms. Wade will meet with all Mustangs during seminar on January 21, 2021 from 10 -11 am. Afterwards, she will facilitate two-eight week co-ed small group sessions where she will use her experiences and the book as a guide in helping students "proceed through the uncomfortable". All group participants will receive the book for free.
Here is the Zoom link to the webinar. https://d214.zoom.us/j/ 97733834525
Virtual Field Trips & Events
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Life after D214- March 4, 2021
All District 214 students are invited and encouraged to participate in “Life After D214” - a virtual postsecondary planning event scheduled for 6 p.m. to 8:05 p.m. on Thursday, March 4.
Scheduled for 6 to 6:30 are Introductions and Overview, featuring this video. Students may also use this time to decide which presentations they want to view during each of the evening’s two sessions.
Session 1, from 6:30 to 7:15, offers these presentations (Links for each session, which will go live at the scheduled time, are available here):- Ask the College Panel
- Financial Aid Presentation
- Non-College Options
- Advising the Student Athlete
Session 2, from 7:20 to 8:05, offers these presentations: (Links for each session, which will go live at the scheduled time, are available here):
- Ask the College Panel
- Financial Aid Presentation
- Opportunities at Harper College
- Selective Colleges and Honors Programs
Students and parents also will benefit from several other resources and pre-recorded sessions, including:
- Freshman/Sophomore College Checklist
- Junior/Senior College Checklist
- Parent Guide in English and Spanish
- Essay Writing (Grade 11)
- Dreamers/Undocumented (Grades 9, 10, 11, 12)
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Watch the show by clicking on the picture above.
Latest News for Parents
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Senior Week-May 17-May22
Dear Class of 2021 Mustang Families,
It is incredible to think that we are approaching the one year mark of the pandemic that has impacted the way we have engaged in academic learning, participated in school clubs, activities, athletics, and the fine and performing arts. We continue to wish all of the students, staff members, and families in our Mustang community the best of health and safety as we look forward to safer and brighter days ahead.
We want to provide you with an update on events taking place in May to honor the senior Class of 2021. To honor and value the Class of 2021, we are currently planning and finalizing several outdoor events during graduation week. We have many staff members from the student council, stampede and our class sponsors, as well as the senior officers of each group involved in the event planning of the Senior (Prom-Like) Event on Saturday, May 22nd. As the team finalizes the details of the event, more information will be shared with the CLass of 2021.
As the plans are under development, additional details will be communicated in the near future. We did want to share these dates with you in advance for your planning purposes. We have built the inclement weather dates as well in order to help ensure that the seniors have several opportunities to celebrate together as the Class of 2021.
The Class of 2021 is a fantastic group of seniors and should be commended for their stamina and perseverance throughout this year of the COVID-19 global pandemic. You are truly an amazing group of seniors!
Class of 2021 SENIOR EVENTS
Monday, May 17th
- Cap and Gown Distribution in Field House - additional details to come.
Monday, May 17th , rain date May 18th
- Senior Car Parade at 3:45 p.m.
The parade will take place between 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. in the RMHS parking lot. You will follow the map provided.
Link to the Senior Car Parade Route
RM staff is invited to cheer for the senior class along the parade route. Get ready to hear some heartfelt cheers! Driving Speed is 10 mph or slower while driving the route. Feel free to bring family members in your car to help celebrate!
Tuesday, May 18th, rain date May 19th
- Class of 2021 Senior Medallion Ceremony at 8:00 a.m. in Robert A. Hoese Stadium
Family members of Medallion recipients will be invited to attend. Safety protocols will be shared as we get closer to the event.
- Graduation Practice* at 9:00 a.m. or at the conclusion of the Medallion Ceremony.
All members of the Class of 2021 MUST be present for practice.
Academic Awards will be a virtual presentation. The link to view the award program will be shared as we get closer to the event.
Wednesday, May 19, rain date May 20
- Graduation Ceremony* at 7:00 p.m.
The graduation commencement ceremony will be outside in Robert A. Hoese Stadium at Rolling Meadows High School. More specific information will be provided as we approach this date, including the ticket allotment for each senior. We look forward to having the Class of 2021 together for the commencement ceremony.
The ceremony will be Livestreamed, the link to view the ceremony will be shared as we get closer to the event.
Saturday, May 22, rain date May 23- Senior (Prom-Like) event at the RMHS Stadium, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
The Senior Event will be outdoors in the Robert A. Hoese Stadium. Although this is not a traditional prom, this will provide a time for the seniors to connect, share some laughter, and to celebrate together as the Class of 2021.
Please keep in mind that we are required to follow all ISBE, IDPH, and CCDPH protocols and guidelines for these events in order to assure the health and safety of everyone who attends. We look forward to providing an exciting send-off for the Class of 2021.
Sincerely,
Eileen Hart, Principal
Yolanda Stovall, Associate Principal
Nathan Aslinger, Associate Principal
Lisa DaRocha, Assistant Principal
- Cap and Gown Distribution in Field House - additional details to come.
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Illinois Science Assessment Information (Junior Parents)
District 214 grade 11 students will take the Illinois Science Assessment on March 17, 2021. Per guidance from the Illinois State Board of Education, students do not have the option to complete the Illinois Science Assessment remotely from home, so all grade 11 students are expected to test at the school, even if the student regularly participates remotely.
