

The Bronco Bulletin
It's A Good Day to Be a Bronco!
THE WEEK OF MARCH 11 - MARCH 15
Happy Sunday, Broncos!
- “I’m not going to limit myself just because people won’t accept the fact that I can do something else.”― Dolly Parton
Remember - On Fridays We Wear BLUE!
CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
EIGHTH GRADE FAMILY NIGHT - MARCH 12
Please see this link 8th Grade Transition to High School for information about 8th Grade Family Night on March 12 at RBHS, plus information about Course Request Forms, and more!
CHOIR CONCERT - MARCH 13
The RBHS Choir Concert is on Wednesday, March13 at 7:00 pm in the PAC. The concert will feature the RBHS Madrigals and Concert Choir. Tickets are $5.00 and may be purchased Here.
COFFEE WITH THE PRINCIPAL - MARCH 20
Please join us for “Coffee with the Principal” on Wednesday, March 20 at 9:00 - 10:00 am in the RBHS Principal’s Conference Room (in the main office.) PTSA is hosting this informal meeting with Principal Hans Becker.
We encourage you to drop by to discuss any of your questions or concerns in an open “Q & A” format. Refreshments will be provided. Please bring a friend! Please contact Becky Brady, Administrative Assistant, at rebrady@powayusd.com with any questions.
STUDENT DROP OFF PROCEDURE
In order to ensure a safe drop off for all, please remember to adhere to all traffic rules and regulations. Be on the lookout for students walking to school and in crosswalks, on bikes, and on e-bikes. Thank you for taking these measures to safeguard our students’ safety!
LIBRARY NEWS
🎞Weekly Book Trailer Radium Girls by Kate Moore- nonfiction story of America’s shining women✨.
🚀First Woman is an interactive graphic novel and AR experience exploring a fictional story of the first woman on the Moon explained by NASA.
🍀Where are the Irish Eyes Smiling? Irish population throughout America
👟Take a break and visit the Calm Room through the Teen Health & Wellness database. Visual relaxation, mindfulness & meditation, also animal and nature live streams!
Username: poway, Password: wellness
💻 Shut down your Chromebook WEEKLY, updates only happen when the Chromebook is restarted or shut down.
QUARTER 3 FINALS - MARCH 21 - 22
Please see below for Q3 finals schedule
QUARTER 4 BEGINS - MARCH 25
We will have a minimum day on March 25. Please see schedule below.
BRONCOCELLA - MARCH 30
Please see flyer below.
SAFETY WEEK - APRIL 1 - 5
Safety Week is April 1-5. We will have an extended second period schedule on Tuesday, April 2 for the Earthquake and Evacuation Drill. Please see schedule below.
START SMART - APRIL 2
The next Start Smart is April 2. Please see flyer below.
SPRING DANCE CONCERT - APRIL 24 - 27
Save the date for our Spring Dance Concert! April 24 - 26 at 7:00 pm and April 27 matinee. Details coming soon.
YEARBOOKS
Please see this link to purchase now to guarantee your student’s yearbook! Yearbooks
ESS HIGH SCHOOL AIDE OPPORTUNITY
PUSD has an exciting opportunity for our high school students! Students 16 and older can become a High School Aide assisting our youngest learners at one of our ESS programs during summer. Shifts are either two or three hours per day and are a great way to explore students’ interests in working with children. For more information, please see the flyer below.
RBHS PTSA
Senior Grad Night
We would love to celebrate your upcoming senior’s graduation! Join us for a Grad Night event at Party Pals. All new registrations will qualify for a chance to earn one of five Mostra gift cards. Promo will continue until we reach our goal of 150 registered Seniors. We are keeping the Early Bronco Pricing of $160 to make this happen.
Check out this video https://youtu.be/SJ9pQcQmT7M of Party Pals for a quick tour.
Senior Yard Signs
It's time to honor the RBHS Class of 2024 with Senior Yard Signs. Show some Bronco Pride and proudly share that your senior is completing this incredible milestone!
ORDER PERIOD: March 1 - 15
COST: $12
PICK UP WHEN? Tues., April 16 and Wed., April 17 from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm
PICK UP WHERE? In front of the Performing Arts Center
Payment (check/exact cash) will be collected on Wednesday, March 13 from 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm in front of the Finance Office by the large quad. Please send your payment thru your senior to finalize your order.
Order your sign here Here
** IMPORTANT * If you want a personalized yard sign, please DO NOT USE the previous form. Use this link Personalized Yard Sign to order a personalized yard sign directly from Werkshop Graphics. If you need additional assistance, please reach out to RBHS.seniorsign.2024@gmail.com.
For the most up-to-date Senior Celebration events, please see Senior Celebrations https://ptsarbhs.wixsite.com/ptsarbhs/2024-senior-celebrations for the latest information.
Senior Scholarships
RBHS PTSA is now accepting Senior Scholarship Applications. Please see Senior Scholarships https://ptsarbhs.wixsite.com/ptsarbhs/senior-scholarships for details.
Open Positions
Please see PTSA Open Positions and email ptsa.rbhs@gmail.com if you are interested in a Board position.
Volunteer Opportunities
RBHS PTSA cannot be successful without the help of you, our volunteers. If you are interested in being a part of our RBHS volunteer family, please see this link To Volunteer. RBHS students and staff appreciate you!
Staff and Teacher Appreciation Events
Do you love hospitality and have some daytime flexibility? Join our hospitality committee to encourage and celebrate our teachers and staff! Contact Hospitality Chair Kim Santos for more information at 858-357-6350.
Please see https://ptsarbhs.wixsite.com/ptsarbhs to see the latest information and news from PTSA.
RBHS FOUNDATION
The RBHS Foundation works in partnership with students, administration, staff, teachers, and parents to identify needs and projects that benefit all RBHS students, in addition to providing financial services for numerous clubs, organizations, and sports.
We are pleased to kick off the 2023-24 school year with the following:
- We celebrated five new inductees to our Hall of Fame on September 14 -15, 2023. For a great article about the distinguished alumni and staff in this year’s honor class, click HERE.
- Bronco Bricks are for sale all year long! Memorialize your time with RB by purchasing a brick which will be installed in our brick and butterfly garden, located in front of the LPR by the large quad. Click HERE to view/purchase.
- Please consider a donation to the Foundation. We have plans to sponsor exciting additions to the large and small quads in the form of outdoor games and seating (your students may have already enjoyed the umbrellas purchased last year!), and other projects in the stadium and around campus. Our donation link is HERE.
- Join us at a monthly meeting for more information on upcoming projects and opportunities, and to join the conversation! We meet on the third Monday of each month in room E-13.
RBHS FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
Volunteering:
To volunteer with RBHS FOL please see Library
Membership
Memberships start at $20.00. Please see Library Membership. For donations of $500.00 or more, your name will be engraved on the donor plaque displayed in our library.
How to Contribute
RBHS FOL needs YOU! Would you like to help RBHS buy library books for your students without spending a dime? Sign in to your Ralphs account search for your organization, enroll in GF748 - RBHS Library. Every time you shop with your Ralphs reward card, Ralphs gives RBHS FOL a small donation.
RBHS CALENDAR
Dates subject to change
March 12 - 8th Grade Family Night
March 13 - Silver Star Awards
March 13 - Choir Concert
March 20 - Coffee with the Principal
March 21 -22 - Quarter 3 Finals
March 22 - End of Quarter 3
March 25 - Beginning of Quarter 4 - Minimum Day
March 29 - Improv Show
March 30 - Broncocella
April 1 - 5 - Safety Week
April 2 - Earthquake and Evacuation Drill/Extended Period 2
April 4 - 6 - Spring Musical
April 8 - 12 - Spring Break
April 16 - 18 - CAASPP Testing
April 24 - 27- Spring Dance Concert
May 18 - Prom
May 22 - Band End of Year Concert CB2 and SB
May 23 - Celebrate Assembly
May 24 - Orchestra Spring Concert
May 24 - College and Career Day
May 27 - Memorial Day/No School
May 28 - Band End of Year Concert CB1 and WE
May 29 - ColorGuard End of Year Performance
May 29 - Athletic Awards Night
May 31 - June 3 - Senior Finals
June 5 - 6 - Quarter 4 Finals Grades 9 - 11
June 6 - Last Day of School/Graduation
COUNSELING
District-Wide College and Career Fair March 21 @ 6:00-8:00pm - Del Norte High School Gym
Please join us for PUSD's College and Career Fair featuring representatives from colleges, universities, trades and military. No registration is necessary to attend!
BRONCO CENTER
Scholarships
Seniors! Make sure you are checking out our Scholarships Page regularly as we are constantly updating it and serval scholarships have due dates coming up!
Palomar Application Workshop
Seniors! We will be having a second Palomar Application on Zoom on March 13th at 8am. Please fill out this Google Form in order to register and receive the Zoom link the night before. This link is only fillable if you have a PUSD email.
Please email any questions to our Guidance Technician, Alex Thompson: althompson@powaysud.com
Internship Opportunities
- San Diego County Student Internships
- San Diego high schoolers can find a variety of available internships in fields ranging from healthcare to engineering to athletics. The link above lists just a few of the excellent opportunities in the area.
- County Supervisor Internship Program
- This is an opportunity for you to get involved in the public policy process, develop job skills, and get a head-start on your career. In our office you will have the opportunity to work in a professional environment, build your resume, and network with elected officials and business leaders. Also, this opportunity may fulfill your community service and internship requirements.
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BRONCO CARD
Buy a Bronco Card in the Finance Office and at Home Football Games for just $100! Bronco Cards are valid all year and include entrance to every Non-CIF Playoff home game across all sports. Students will also receive a community discount card, free RBHS tee shirt and sweatshirt (while supplies last) and receive $10 discounts off both Prom & Homecoming tickets as well! Bronco Cards are non-transferable and are linked to Students via their Student ID. Purchases can be made at the Finance Office during Break and Lunch daily with cash, check, credit/debit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay. Please contact Dominick Spylios with questions regarding the Bronco Card at dspylios@powayusd.com
KEEPING YOU IN THE KNOW
RBHS BELL SCHEDULE FOR 2023-24
Late Start Wednesday
RBHS Extended Period 2 Schedule
Credits
Publisher: Alex Thompson