Congratulations to the HS Boys Track team on winning the Sectional last night at EPG! There will be 10 Ridgeview/Lexington athletes competing next weekend at the IHSA State Track meet at EIU!
Best of luck today to the Ridgeview/Lexington girl track athletes competing this weekend at the IHSA State Track meet at EIU!
Summer is almost here! We will be offering FREE Summer Meals to all children 18 and under! Pre-register now with the link provided.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScFStYAWpI74ZaiuX7yrD4t2Iwv3Ut3tJMniWujmyMJwPmE1Q/viewform?usp=header
The high school football program will be hosting camp for incoming 1st -8th graders on Wednesday, July 23, 4-6pm. Please see the linked form for more info and to sign up!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/10fnTz4_IUT-AOb7R0RZm3PzuAXN5Kzmr/view
🧪 Senior Staff Spotlight 🧪
Shoutout to Mr. Brunner, nominated by seniors Zori T. and Logan R.! 👏
Mr. Brunner is the kind of teacher who always shows up for his students—whether it’s offering solid advice or diving into tough coursework. From Physics to Chemistry, he tackles some of the most challenging subjects with patience and care. 💡🧬 His willingness to answer questions—even during tests—and make sure every student understands the material is what truly sets him apart. Thank you for your dedication, Mr. Brunner!
A big thank you to all the students and staff who helped put on our third annual SPARK FEST! It was a great night!
This year's McLeod Wargo Theatre Scholarship was awarded to Haley Mason. Congrats Haley!
Shaking things up! Mrs. Moreland's Math and Life Skills classes made vanilla and chocolate milkshakes!
Congratulations to Evangeline Helmig on her 8th place finish in the 7th grade girls 100 m at the state track meet this weekend. She ran a time of 14.09 in the finals!
IESA Parade of Champions took place this morning. Always a great moment for our student/athletes.
Congrats and good luck to our Junior High Track athletes that are competing at the IESA State Track Meet this weekend!!! Competition starts today and continues through Saturday.
🎮 Senior Staff Shoutout! 🎮
Shining the spotlight once again on Mr. Leinweber, this time nominated by senior Daniel Jennings! 🙌 Daniel appreciates Mr. Leinweber for his chill attitude, laid-back classroom vibe, and even playing a little Pokémon during class! 🕹️ It’s teachers like him who make learning fun, relatable, and memorable. Thanks for being a standout part of Ridgeview, Mr. Leinweber!
Super Sweet Scoop! Mrs. Moreland's Career Skills classes used their skills on their field trip to The Ice Cream Shop!
Junior High volleyball camp forms were sent home and are due this week.
📚 Staff Spotlight! 📚
Today we're celebrating Mr. Leinweber, nominated by senior James Bougue! 🌟 James shared that Mr. Leinweber's passion for teaching and deep beliefs about education and life are truly inspiring. Even if just one student is listening, he's all in—committed to helping them succeed. His dedication, authenticity, and vision help make Ridgeview feel like more than just a school—it feels like a family. Thank you, Mr. Leinweber, for embodying the heart of Ridgeview and leading with purpose!
Boys and Girls Youth Bball Camp flyers were sent home with current 1st grade through 4th grade students last week/early this week.The deadline on the sheet say Friday May 18th.That deadline has now been extended to Friday May 23rd.We hope to see as many campers as possible this summer for camp!Please see the attached flyer for details.
💫 Staff Spotlight! 💫
Shoutout to Mrs. Meints, nominated by senior Alexis Whicker! 🎉 Alexis shared that Mrs. Meints' class was always something to look forward to — fun, welcoming, and filled with positivity. More than just a great teacher, she created a space where students felt safe, heard, and supported. 💙 Thank you, Mrs. Meints, for being that person and making a difference every day!
Congratulations to our Students and Teacher of the Month! Great Work!
JH Student-Connor Lopez, HS Student-Quinton Watts, Teacher-Mr. Brunner
🎉 **Staff Spotlight Alert!** 🎉
Ridgeview seniors Brian Moore and Kyra Watterson are giving a big **Senior Shoutout** to **Mr. Freed** for his upbeat personality, unforgettable jokes, and always pushing students to be their best! 💪📚 His energy makes the halls brighter and the classroom a place where students feel challenged and supported. Thank you, Mr. Freed, for all you do!
Congratulations Class of 2025! Graduation begins at 2pm.
Let's stick together! Mrs. Moreland Math and Life Skills class made Rice Crispy Treats!
