RIO RANCHO MID-HIGH SCHOOL and
RIO RANCHO HIGH SCHOOL
(Grades 8 through 12)

Rio Rancho Public Schools’ five-week summer session for grades 8 through 12 will begin on June 1, 2006 and end on June 30, 2006. All classes will be held Monday through Friday at Rio Rancho High School unless otherwise specified.

Summer session calendars, applications for enrollment, and scholarship applications are available at Rio Rancho Mid-High School, Rio Rancho High School, or by clicking the links here to download them. Completed applications and payment (money order or cashier’s check only – no cash, personal checks, or credit cards), as well as the student’s photo identification card or driver’s license, must be presented at registration. Applications must be signed by a parent and by a counselor at the school where the student is enrolled.

Students intending to park vehicles on campus must pay a $5.00 fee, complete a Parking Application and provide copies of their driver’s license, vehicle registration and proof of insurance.

Registration will be held at the times and locations indicated on the summer session calendar.

• Early registration
  Monday through Thursday, April 10-May 4 at Rio Rancho Mid-High and at Rio Rancho High School at a fee of $325.00.
• General registration
  Monday through Thursday May 8-May 25 at a fee of $350.00 for one credit at Rio Rancho High School and at Rio Rancho Mid-High.
• Late registration
  May 30-31st from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 only at Rio Rancho Mid-High, available at a fee of $375.00 for one credit.

There will be no registration on Fridays, or on Monday, May 29th (Memorial Day holiday).

Financial assistance will be available, based on need, for students from any New Mexico school district. Students who receive free or reduced-price lunch may apply for partial tuition waivers, based on proof of need. Scholarship applications and supporting documentation must be received in the Summer Session Principal’s office no later than May 15, 2006.

Unless the student is applying for a scholarship, all fees must be paid in full at the time of registration with a money order or cashier’s check payable to RRPS. No personal checks, cash, or credit cards will be accepted. No refunds will be given after June 1, 2006.

Students may enroll for only one class. Students enrolled for the Eighth Grade Resource Team will have two blocks each day; no credit will be earned for this class. Those in grades 9 through 12 will have two blocks (of the same class) each day, and may earn one credit. Classes will be held from 7:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Monday through Friday each week unless otherwise specified. There will be a 10-minute break between blocks. Students who accumulate absences equal to 2 class days will be withdrawn without credit or refund. A dress code will be enforced.

The following is a tentative list of classes to be offered (availability determined by enrollment):

• 8th Grade: Reading/Writing, Math Algebra 1
• Algebra 2 Integrated Science
• Communication Skills / Pathfinder English Language Development
• Foundations of Physical Education / Health Geometry
• Humanities 9 (English / Geography) Humanities 10 (English / World History)
• Humanities 11 (English / American History) Humanities 12 (English / Gov’t / Econ)
• Computer Graphics Weightlifting
• CBI Mentorship Millionaire’s Club
• Communication Skills CADesign
• Culinary Arts- Foods of Italy, France, & Germany

Any questions may be directed to Luke Berglund or Michelle McKinsey at 891-5335 or to Vicky Drumm at 896-5639.

Parents: Below you will find links to the different documents that explain what is available this summer and how to register your child for any courses. Be sure to open each one (PDF Reader Required) and carefully submit those that are forms to the school.

• Registration & Class Offerings (Read)
• Rules and Procedures (Read)
• Summer Session Calendar - Registration and Classroom Dates (Read)
• Application for Enrollment & Registration Checklist (Read, Print, Complete, Submit)
• Application for Student Parking Permit (Read, Print, Complete, Submit)
• Native American Eligibility Form (Read, Print, Complete, Submit)
• Native American Application for Benefits (Read, Print, Complete, Submit)

Summer School Dates: June 1 - June 30, 2006

Financial Assistance: Students who apply for financial assistance and receive partial scholarships must provide a $50.00 deposit (money order or cashier’s check) no later than May 31, 2006.

Attendance: Attendance will be taken during each block. Students are expected to be seated and ready for class at 7:30 am and at the beginning of each block. Tardiness will be recorded by the student’s arrival time. The amount of time missed must be made up with the Summer Session Principal that same day.

Dress Code: View the policy here.

Parking: A Parking Application must be completed, and an administrative fee of $5.00 must be paid.

ITEMS NEEDED FOR REGISTRATION:

• Student photo identification card or driver’s license.
• Completed registration form with signature of parent/guardian AND signature of school counselor whether course is being taken to replace a low / failing grade or for advancement.
• Note: If the student will be parking a vehicle on campus, a Parking Application must be completed and a $5.00 administrative fee must be paid. The student must provide a copy of: driver’s license, vehicle registration, and insurance card.

REGISTRATION CHECKLIST:(Back to Top)

• Does your application bear the three necessary signatures (school counselor, parent, and student)?
  Click here to download the application.
• Have you provided the name of the school you most recently attended (05-06) and its’ address?
• Have you provided the name of the school where you will enroll for the coming year (06-07) and its address?
• Have you listed a family member or neighbor who can be contacted in the event of an emergency?
• Do you have the appropriate payment in the form of a money order or cashier’s check made payable to RRHS Summer EDU? No cash, personal checks or credit cards will be accepted!
• If you are applying for a scholarship – see the instructions on the reverse of the Scholarship Application. Click here to download the Scholarship Application.

Payment Information:
Unless the student is applying for a scholarship, payment in full in the form of a MONEY ORDER or CASHIER’S CHECK payable to RRHS Summer EDU is due at time of registration.

RRHS Contact Personnel: Luke Berglund or Michelle McKinsey at 891-5335 or Vicky Drumm at 896-5639.
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