🌯💛 Let’s Taco ‘Bout Supporting Our Sophomores — It’s Today! 💛🌯
We’re rolling out a delicious way to support the Ridgedale Sophomore Class — and it’s happening tonight!
⏰ 5:00–9:00 PM
📍 Chipotle – 135 Edgefield Blvd., Marion
25% of sales will be donated to our Sophomore Class!
🌯 Show the flyer in the restaurant
OR
🌯 Order online for pickup between 5–9 PM using code 88ZCGKL
Don’t be shy… lettuce help our sophomores reach their goals! Every bowl, burrito, and bite makes a difference.
#SmallSchoolBigThings
We’re rolling out a delicious way to support the Ridgedale Sophomore Class — and it’s happening tonight!
⏰ 5:00–9:00 PM
📍 Chipotle – 135 Edgefield Blvd., Marion
25% of sales will be donated to our Sophomore Class!
🌯 Show the flyer in the restaurant
OR
🌯 Order online for pickup between 5–9 PM using code 88ZCGKL
Don’t be shy… lettuce help our sophomores reach their goals! Every bowl, burrito, and bite makes a difference.
#SmallSchoolBigThings
Monday night was a special night on the fields of Ridgedale, recognizing our seniors and honoring Coach Dan Bollinger's legacy on Ridgedale's softball field.
We are so proud of our senior athletes and their dedication to the programs. It is always bitter/sweet on these nights. Sad to see them go but excited for where they're headed. Congratulations Riley, Hannah and Ayden and keep rolling through tournament time!!
It was an honor to also dedicate the softball field to Coach Dan Bollinger for the many years of service, leadership, and guidance he contributed to the program. Many successes both on and off the field were because of Dan and his passion to encourage kids. We thank all of his family and friends who were able attend the ceremony.
✨ Ridgedale on Display ✨
Ridgedale on Display this past Friday was a huge success! It was so fun to see the wide variety of projects students have been working on throughout the school year and share them with our community!
Thank you to everyone who came out to support our students!
#SmallSchoolBigThings
☀️ Summer Power Hours – Now Enrolling!
Summer Power Hours begins June 1st and is open to students currently in grades K–8.
📄 Enrollment packets are available in the office.
More details on the flyer!
Don’t miss out on a great summer opportunity!
#SmallSchoolBigThings
Summer Power Hours begins June 1st and is open to students currently in grades K–8.
📄 Enrollment packets are available in the office.
More details on the flyer!
Don’t miss out on a great summer opportunity!
#SmallSchoolBigThings
Baseball and Softball for today 5/2 at Ridgedale are canceled due to field conditions. Rescheduled date TBD.
Congratulations to our Rocket Boys 4x8 Relay team of Isaac Lust, Brogan Weston, Elliot Weston and Breyton Richmond on placing 2nd at the Marion Harding Night Invite with a NEW school record of 8:02.
Ridgedale posted the best Division V time in Ohio this season.
So proud of these young men!!
Go Rockets!! ❤️🩵
Happy National Principals' Day to our amazing Ridgedale leadership team! Thank you for your dedication, leadership, and commitment to our students, staff, and families. Your impact is felt every day, and we are grateful for all you do to make Ridgedale such a special place. #SmallSchoolBigThings
We CONGRATULATE all of the participants and their coaches on the successes of the Marion County JH Track Meet at Ridgedale on Wednesday evening!! The off and on rain didn't dampen the efforts shown by the athletes from all of the schools. It is always fun having the county teams competing with each other. Thank you to all of the workers and everyone who helped make the evening run smoothly.
The Ridgedale track team completed a hog raffle fundraiser which was drawn last night. Congratulations to Shelbi Dean and Beth English for each being the lucky winners. Each winner receives a half of a hog with processing courtesy of the Kevin Boblenz family.
A BIG thanks to all who purchased tickets and supported the team.
Monday, May 4th at 4:50pm please plan to attend our home HS Baseball and Softball games vs. Elgin. This evening will be dedicated to our 2026 Seniors, Hannah Murphy, Riley Delaney and Ayden Salyer. We also plan to dedicate our HS Softball Field to Mr. Dan Bollinger, former and long time softball coach for the Lady Rockets. Please come out to support our seniors and the memory of a coach who inspired so many in his time at Ridgedale.
✨ Students in Mr. Dietsch’s class brought literature to life by creating their own “Boy in the Striped Pajamas” shoebox scenes!
Using creativity and attention to detail, students worked hands-on to recreate moments from the story. It was a fun and engaging way to deepen their understanding while showcasing their artistic talents. 🎨
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Using creativity and attention to detail, students worked hands-on to recreate moments from the story. It was a fun and engaging way to deepen their understanding while showcasing their artistic talents. 🎨
#SmallSchoolBigThings
📅 Mark Your Calendars—One Week Away! 🌯💛
Let’s Taco ‘Bout Supporting Our Sophomores!
📅 Wednesday, May 6th
⏰ 5:00–9:00 PM
📍 Chipotle – 135 Edgefield Blvd., Marion
25% of sales will be donated to the Ridgedale Sophomore Class!
Show the flyer in-store or use code 88ZCGKL when ordering online.
We hope to see you there!
#SmallSchoolBigThings
Let’s Taco ‘Bout Supporting Our Sophomores!
📅 Wednesday, May 6th
⏰ 5:00–9:00 PM
📍 Chipotle – 135 Edgefield Blvd., Marion
25% of sales will be donated to the Ridgedale Sophomore Class!
Show the flyer in-store or use code 88ZCGKL when ordering online.
We hope to see you there!
#SmallSchoolBigThings
🏖️🌴 Dance Into Summer! 🌴🏖️
Join us for a beachy bash at our last JH dance for 5th–8th graders!
📅 Friday, May 15th
⏰ 3:00–5:00 PM
💲 $5 entry
🥤 Snacks & drinks available for $1
Come ready for a fun afternoon! ☀️🌊
#SmallSchoolBigThings
📘 2026 Yearbooks Are Now on Sale!
Parents and students—don’t miss your chance to order this year’s yearbook! Use the link below to access the store where you can purchase:
✔ Yearbooks
✔ Additional items
✔ Senior Ads
💲 Early bird price: $55 through June 30th
💲 Price increases to $60 starting July 1st
🗓️ Store closes August 31st
Questions? Contact igreenwood@ridgedaleschools.org
Order yours today!
https://www.balfour.com/student-info?smi=58835
Parents and students—don’t miss your chance to order this year’s yearbook! Use the link below to access the store where you can purchase:
✔ Yearbooks
✔ Additional items
✔ Senior Ads
💲 Early bird price: $55 through June 30th
💲 Price increases to $60 starting July 1st
🗓️ Store closes August 31st
Questions? Contact igreenwood@ridgedaleschools.org
Order yours today!
https://www.balfour.com/student-info?smi=58835
🤖 Ridgedale at the National Robotics Challenge! 🤖
On April 16–17, Ridgedale students competed in the National Robotics Challenge in Marion, showcasing their creativity, problem-solving, and engineering skills.
🔹 Abi Place & Alexis Raby competed in Mini Sumo with their originally designed robots
🔹 Caleb Anderson & Mylez Crabtree competed in Robot Hockey with their custom-built bots
🔹 Pierson Smith competed in Rescue Robot, navigating using an FPV camera and headset
Mr. Sieg was very proud of the students’ hard work and innovation. Abi demonstrated strong autonomous coding skills, and she and Alexis designed their robot chassis using 3D CAD. Caleb’s hockey robot—built using a mini-fridge chassis—was nominated for the Honda Innovation Award, an honor among 450 robots at the competition!
As always, Ridgedale students represented us well—showing great sportsmanship and even helping students from other schools.
We are proud of all of our competitors and their accomplishments! 💙
#SmallSchoolBigThings
On April 16–17, Ridgedale students competed in the National Robotics Challenge in Marion, showcasing their creativity, problem-solving, and engineering skills.
🔹 Abi Place & Alexis Raby competed in Mini Sumo with their originally designed robots
🔹 Caleb Anderson & Mylez Crabtree competed in Robot Hockey with their custom-built bots
🔹 Pierson Smith competed in Rescue Robot, navigating using an FPV camera and headset
Mr. Sieg was very proud of the students’ hard work and innovation. Abi demonstrated strong autonomous coding skills, and she and Alexis designed their robot chassis using 3D CAD. Caleb’s hockey robot—built using a mini-fridge chassis—was nominated for the Honda Innovation Award, an honor among 450 robots at the competition!
As always, Ridgedale students represented us well—showing great sportsmanship and even helping students from other schools.
We are proud of all of our competitors and their accomplishments! 💙
#SmallSchoolBigThings
⚠️ Attention: The last day for regular Power Hours is May 1st!
Please make sure any transportation changes are communicated with the office secretary prior to this date.
#SmallSchoolBigThings
Please make sure any transportation changes are communicated with the office secretary prior to this date.
#SmallSchoolBigThings
🚀 The April edition of Launching Learners is here!
Be sure to check it out and see all the fun and exciting things it includes!
https://app.smore.com/n/ra90w
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⭐🚀Congrats to seniors Elizabeth Ray and Hannah Staton who were celebrated at the Captain William Hendricks Chapter DAR's Youth Recognition Celebration on Thursday evening. These two students represent the core qualities of dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism!
🎖️Elizabeth Ray-Public Safety Cadet Medal for Outstanding Cadet
🎖️Hannah Staton-Good Citizen Award
#SmallSchoolBigThings
OhioHealth is offering FREE sports physicals for student athletes in grades K-12 during May 2026. These physicals are by appointment only and are a great opportunity to make sure your child is ready for the upcoming sports season.
📍 Closest Location:
OhioHealth Marion Medical Campus
📅 Monday, May 11, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM – 6:50 PM
📍 1050 Delaware Avenue, Marion, OH 43302
✅ Important Reminders:
• Appointments are required – no walk-ins accepted
• Families can sign up using the QR code on the attached flyer
• Please remain in your car until your scheduled time
• Bring all completed and signed physical forms to your appointment
• Parent/guardian attendance is encouraged
This is a wonderful free resource to help student athletes get prepared for participation next school year! The flyer is attached, please contact your school athletic director or office if you have questions about required forms.
#SmallSchoolBigThings
📍 Closest Location:
OhioHealth Marion Medical Campus
📅 Monday, May 11, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM – 6:50 PM
📍 1050 Delaware Avenue, Marion, OH 43302
✅ Important Reminders:
• Appointments are required – no walk-ins accepted
• Families can sign up using the QR code on the attached flyer
• Please remain in your car until your scheduled time
• Bring all completed and signed physical forms to your appointment
• Parent/guardian attendance is encouraged
This is a wonderful free resource to help student athletes get prepared for participation next school year! The flyer is attached, please contact your school athletic director or office if you have questions about required forms.
#SmallSchoolBigThings
🔥 Final Call for Ridgedale Spiritwear!
Show your school pride and support a great cause—all proceeds go directly to the Freshman Class Fund.
🎓 Senior Class yard signs are also available!
🗓️ Store closes May 15th — don’t miss out!
Spiritwear Store
🌟 Youth Programs | 2026 Summer Camps at Ohio State Marion 🌟
These camps offer engaging, hands-on experiences in STEM, Engineering, and Culture & Leadership for students in grades 5–12.
Students will explore real-world topics, build new skills, and discover potential college and career pathways in a fun, interactive environment.
🕘 Camps run from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
🍴 Lunch and lab materials are included
See the attached flyer for more details!
These camps offer engaging, hands-on experiences in STEM, Engineering, and Culture & Leadership for students in grades 5–12.
Students will explore real-world topics, build new skills, and discover potential college and career pathways in a fun, interactive environment.
🕘 Camps run from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
🍴 Lunch and lab materials are included
See the attached flyer for more details!
