Red Bud High School

Just one more week of summer left!

Important reminders:
-Registration must be completed online in Skyward
-Physicals are required for first year of Pre-K, Kindergarten, 6th Grade, 9th Grade, and any students new to Illinois
-Physicals and shot records are legally due by Sept 15
-All 12th graders require a meningitis booster by Sept 15

Also, don't forget that orientation for new RBHS students is this Thursday, Aug 7 at 6:00 in the RBHS cafeteria! See you soon!

Registration for the 2025-26 school year is now open! Registration is completed online for both new and returning families, and may be accessed via the link below.

Registration links, documents, and additional information are available here: https://www.redbud132.org/o/rbhs/page/registration-forms
If you are new to the district, your new account will generally be verified and accessible within one or two business days of set-up.

Please note that students attending alternative programs (CCSI, PEP, etc.) must still complete district registration. Also, note that high school student schedules will not be complete until August.

DOCUMENTATION FOR STUDENTS NEW TO THE DISTRICT & FRESHMEN COMING TO THE HIGH SCHOOL
-Copy of certified birth certificate (if a 9th-grade student attended RBES, this document will already be on file)
-Must show three proofs of residency in the district, including parent/guardian name, parent/guardian address, and current date: current utility bill (gas, sewer, water, electric), occupancy permit, current lease, current homeownership title or deed, current homeowner or renters insurance, current real estate tax bill, mortgage statement, current closing papers; must also include a picture ID with an address in the district

DOCUMENTATION FOR RETURNING STUDENTS
-Must verify current address by bringing in or uploading a current utility bill from the address in the district (one per family), which must include parent/guardian's name.

HEALTH DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS
-Up-to-date physical and immunization records for students entering: Pre-K, Kindergarten, 6th grade, or 9th grade
-Up-to-date meningococcal vaccination for students entering 12th grade (vaccine must be given on/after 16th birthday)
-Eye exam for students entering Kindergarten or attending an Illinois school for the first time
-Dental exam for students entering: Kindergarten, 2nd grade, 6th grade, or 9th grade

Musketeer Madness is ON! The Red Bud Musketeers Booster Association is making one final fundraising push for the 2025–26 school year—and we need YOUR help! This is our one primary fundraiser to the public for the year and your support is the only way we can make it happen! 100% of every donation goes directly to: Supporting our amazing student-athletes Funding a safe and memorable Post Prom Backing the Principal’s Fund, which helps drive a variety of student-focused initiatives at RBHS Our goal: $300 per student-athlete per sport to help your child’s team minimize any additional fundraising needs! The campaign runs through July 6, so please consider donating today—and help us spread the word! Click the link below to give now. Please also share with grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and neighbors: https://givebutter.com/redbud2025 TOGETHER WE CAN DO MORE. — Red Bud Musketeers Booster Association

The Musketeer Drama Club will perform their spring musical, The Little Mermaid, on May 9th, 10th, & 11th! See the poster below for more details, and consider coming out to support the arts!

The Musketeer transition program is selling garden flags for their class business. Use the link below to check out their designs, which are all picked by the students, and consider supporting this growing program! All proceeds are invested back into this program and these students. https://forms.gle/zEi9kiEjvXsByCgbA

RBHS is inviting all feeder school 8th graders and families to an open house event on Tuesday, March 25th. Families will have an opportunity to learn about the freshmen enrollment and course selection process. Administration will be on hand, as well as some of our club sponsors, athletic coaches, and elective teachers to address any questions or concerns you might have. The meeting will start at 6:00pm in the main gym. We look forward to meeting you then!

Say “hello” to even more messaging and announcements in the Red Bud 132 app! Parents and Guardians, check your email or text messages for instructions to sign up and access new features now!

Say "hello" to Messaging in the Red Bud 132 app! With the addition of Rooms, our same app now keeps you informed across your child's classes. Look for your personalized invite to access Messages, Announcements, and Stream tomorrow, March 14! Download for Android https://aptg.co/H1VFX8 Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/NVv0rL

SWIC is hosting a Regional College & University fair on Sunday, 2/23/25 from 1-3pm More information can be found on their webpage: https://www.swic.edu/students/services/advising/college-fair/

There is an issue with NFHS streaming tonights boys game vs Chester. Broadcast is available via Oak9 Procmductions. #redbud132

The Red Bud Musketeer Booster Association is hosting a trivia night on Saturday, February 22nd! See below for more details and RSVP information.

There will be no school tomorrow at RBES and RBHS, Friday, January 10th.

School is canceled for RBES and RBHS tomorrow, Wednesday, January 8th.

Schedules for Musketeer girls and boys holiday basketball tournaments can be found below. Girls play at Waterloo, boys play at Sesser-Valier. Dates for both are Dec 26-28. #redbud132

Reminder that the RBHS Winter Concert & Art Show is this weekend! Sunday, December 8th 4:00 PM RBHS Auxiliary Gym

This weekend the RBHS community came together to celebrate and commemorate 50 Years of Volleyball at Red Bud High School! Excellent work to organize this event and it was great to see so many former and current Musketeers!

IHSA FOOTBALL PLAYOFF INFORMATION!! Red Bud Musketeers at Johnston City Indians - Saturday Nov 2 Johnston City HS - 1500 Jefferson Ave, Johnston City, IL 62951 Tickets: $6 cash, "baby in arms is free"; NO PASSES Gates: 11:30 Kickoff: 1:00 #redbud132

Consider supporting the young entrepreneurs of the Randolph County StartUP program by purchasing a school calendar! Order Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeQCwtz2gTOEVzTK330pEMhLhqmhzTAasNqj8UGslZXAwxD-A/viewform

RBHS is hosting our annual College and Career Night on October 23, 6:00-7:30. This event is free and is open to all area high school students. Representatives from a number of colleges/universities, vocational schools, military branches, and apprenticeship programs will be on hand to meet with you and answer your questions. Special Presentations at 6:00 & 7:00: College Search & Admissions Vocational/Trade School Admissions & Apprenticeships Agriculture Careers Roundtable