Welcome to the Reed-Custer High School website and the 2009-2010 school year. We have many new and exciting things happening at the high school this year. After spending sixteen years in the classroom and three as the Assistant Principal, I am proud to be the new Principal of RCHS.

The second thing that is new for the upcoming school year is our shift back to a traditional seven period day. One advantage academically, is that students will be in their core classes all school year long. We are also offering Study Assist classes to help students in areas of need. Lastly, our successful STARS program will continue to help students in need of credit recovery for graduation.

With that in mind, we always look forward to the start of a new school year because it means a fresh start for not only our incoming freshman but for all students. It represents an opportunity for you to set new goals, plan for your future through academics and get involved in new extracurricular activities.

There are three things that will assure your success at Reed-Custer High School:

1) PMA - Always have a Positive Mental Attitude toward all that you do. Positive thoughts produce positive results.
2) Discipline - Not others discipline on you, but more importantly, being self-disciplined and always showing respect toward others.
3) Work Ethic - Always work hard and do your best. Remember, you will get out of it, what you put into it.

Finally, time flies when you are having fun. I hope you are having an enjoyable summer but the new school year will be here before you know it. We look forward to seeing the students back in the hallways at RCHS again soon.

Sincerely,

Tim Ricketts
Principal

Education:

B.S. in Physical Education/ Health @ Eastern Illinois University
M.S. in Curriculum & Instruction @ National-Loius University
Adminstrative / Type 75 @ Governors State University