Here is information for the Region 1B basketball tournament. Our girls will host Brunswick at RHS on Friday, February 20th @ 6 pm. Region 1B admission is $10 per person. Only VHSL passes are accepted. No district, county, or RHS punch passes will be accepted. Gates will open at 5 pm.
Our boys basketball team will travel to Cumberland on Saturday, February 21st with a game time of 6 pm. Admission is $10 per person and only VHSL passes are accepted.
Our boys basketball team will travel to Cumberland on Saturday, February 21st with a game time of 6 pm. Admission is $10 per person and only VHSL passes are accepted.
RIVERHEADS HIGH SCHOOL SPRING SPORTS TRYOUT INFORMATION
All student-athletes must have a current VHSL completed physical form on file at RHS prior to tryouts. If you have questions about tryouts, please contact the head coach of that sport listed.
SOFTBALL
Varsity and JV: Monday, February 23 from 5:00-6:30 pm @ old RES
Players should bring both indoor and outdoor clothing including cleats.
Coach Walters: michael.walters@truist.com
BASEBALL
Varsity and JV: Monday, February 23
Weather permitting:
3:30-5:30 - meet in locker room; be prepared for inside and outside workouts (The Cave, turf, field)
If the field is too wet:
3:30 - 5:30 (10-12 graders) - meet in locker room; we will be in The Cave (and maybe turf); dress accordingly
5:30-7:15 (8th-9th graders) - meet in locker room; we will be in The Cave (and maybe turf); dress accordingly
Coach Painter: rpainter@augusta.k12.va.us
GIRLS SOCCER
Varsity and JV: Monday, February 23 from 5:30-7:00 pm @ soccer field.
In case of inclement weather, practice will be inside TBD.
Coach Prater: prater.rj@augusta.k12.va.us
BOYS SOCCER
Varsity and JV: Tuesday, February 24 from 3:30-5:30 pm @ soccer field.
In case of inclement weather, practice will be inside TBD.
Coach Ellwood: ellwood.bd@augusta.k12.va.us
BOYS AND GIRLS OUTDOOR TRACK
Varsity and JV: Monday, February 23 from 3:30-5 pm, meet at the field house at the track. Athletes will need a good pair of running shoes and warm running clothes for this time of year. Water bottle needed as well.
Coach Wallace: wallace.ib@augusta.k12.va.us
BOYS TENNIS
Tuesday, February 24th from 3:30-4:30 pm, meet at the tennis courts
Need clothes for indoor/outdoor activity, sneakers
*rackets not needed for tryouts; coach has limited amount for those trying out
Coach Norcross: norcross.dm@augusta.k12.va.us
GIRLS TENNIS
Monday, February 23 @ 3:30 pm, meet at the tennis courts
Wear appropriate clothing to be outside in the weather. Athletes should wear shoes appropriate for running and activities
Contact Coach Webb for information: webb.nl@augusta.k12.va.us
All student-athletes must have a current VHSL completed physical form on file at RHS prior to tryouts. If you have questions about tryouts, please contact the head coach of that sport listed.
SOFTBALL
Varsity and JV: Monday, February 23 from 5:00-6:30 pm @ old RES
Players should bring both indoor and outdoor clothing including cleats.
Coach Walters: michael.walters@truist.com
BASEBALL
Varsity and JV: Monday, February 23
Weather permitting:
3:30-5:30 - meet in locker room; be prepared for inside and outside workouts (The Cave, turf, field)
If the field is too wet:
3:30 - 5:30 (10-12 graders) - meet in locker room; we will be in The Cave (and maybe turf); dress accordingly
5:30-7:15 (8th-9th graders) - meet in locker room; we will be in The Cave (and maybe turf); dress accordingly
Coach Painter: rpainter@augusta.k12.va.us
GIRLS SOCCER
Varsity and JV: Monday, February 23 from 5:30-7:00 pm @ soccer field.
In case of inclement weather, practice will be inside TBD.
Coach Prater: prater.rj@augusta.k12.va.us
BOYS SOCCER
Varsity and JV: Tuesday, February 24 from 3:30-5:30 pm @ soccer field.
In case of inclement weather, practice will be inside TBD.
Coach Ellwood: ellwood.bd@augusta.k12.va.us
BOYS AND GIRLS OUTDOOR TRACK
Varsity and JV: Monday, February 23 from 3:30-5 pm, meet at the field house at the track. Athletes will need a good pair of running shoes and warm running clothes for this time of year. Water bottle needed as well.
Coach Wallace: wallace.ib@augusta.k12.va.us
BOYS TENNIS
Tuesday, February 24th from 3:30-4:30 pm, meet at the tennis courts
Need clothes for indoor/outdoor activity, sneakers
*rackets not needed for tryouts; coach has limited amount for those trying out
Coach Norcross: norcross.dm@augusta.k12.va.us
GIRLS TENNIS
Monday, February 23 @ 3:30 pm, meet at the tennis courts
Wear appropriate clothing to be outside in the weather. Athletes should wear shoes appropriate for running and activities
Contact Coach Webb for information: webb.nl@augusta.k12.va.us
School Calendar Change:
Due to the recent extended school closing, the 3rd Quarter will now end on March 17th with Report Cards available on March 24th. The 4th Quarter will begin on March 18th.
For Middle Schools only:
In addition to the above changes, the following adjustments for the 6-weeks rotations will be made to help even out the instructional time:
-4th 6-weeks will now end on 2/24/2026 (27 days)
-5th 6-weeks will run from 2/25/2026 - 4/10/2026 (27 days)
-6th 6-weeks will run from 4/13/2026 - 5/21/2025 (28 days)
If you have any questions, please contact your student's school.
Due to the recent extended school closing, the 3rd Quarter will now end on March 17th with Report Cards available on March 24th. The 4th Quarter will begin on March 18th.
For Middle Schools only:
In addition to the above changes, the following adjustments for the 6-weeks rotations will be made to help even out the instructional time:
-4th 6-weeks will now end on 2/24/2026 (27 days)
-5th 6-weeks will run from 2/25/2026 - 4/10/2026 (27 days)
-6th 6-weeks will run from 4/13/2026 - 5/21/2025 (28 days)
If you have any questions, please contact your student's school.
Due to a required system update, the ACPS Infinite Campus site will be unavailable starting on Wednesday, February 11 at 6 pm through Thursday, February 12 at 6 am. The update will affect access to the Parent Portal and Student Portal.
We apologize for the inconvenience.
We apologize for the inconvenience.
Augusta County Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, February 2, 2026. 12-Month Employees should report on time.
We will check road conditions again tomorrow and hope to reopen schools as soon as it is safe to do so. Thank you for your understanding.
We will check road conditions again tomorrow and hope to reopen schools as soon as it is safe to do so. Thank you for your understanding.
The Augusta County School Board will hold a public hearing on Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:30 PM to receive input as it pertains to the 2026-2027 budget. The meeting will be held at the Augusta County Government Center in Verona, Virginia. All interested parties are invited to attend. Details for those wishing to speak are available on the "School Board" tab of the Augusta County Public Schools website. The regular board meeting will follow.
Augusta County Public Schools has canceled all activities for Wednesday, January 28. No practices, games, etc. will be held.
Augusta County Public Schools and all school division offices/departments will be closed Monday, January 26 and Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Essential personnel may be called to work on Tuesday.
Additionally, Augusta County Emergency Management and the Virginia Department of Transportation are urging everyone to stay off the roads. Please see their sites for updates:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/vdotstaunton
https://www.facebook.com/VAemergency
Additionally, Augusta County Emergency Management and the Virginia Department of Transportation are urging everyone to stay off the roads. Please see their sites for updates:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/vdotstaunton
https://www.facebook.com/VAemergency
Augusta County and Waynesboro Public Schools Teacher Job Fair
Augusta County Public Schools
We are excited to invite passionate, dedicated educators to join us for the Augusta County Public Schools and Waynesboro Public Schools Job Fair on Saturday, January 24, 2026. This collaborative event celebrates the shared commitment of both divisions to recruit and support outstanding teachers who are ready to make a lasting impact in our schools and communities.
SIGN UP LINK: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/2026JobFair#/
The 2025 edition of the Riverheads Yearbook, themed Seeing Red, was awarded First Place in the Faire National Yearbook Review. This nationwide contest accepts submissions from all 50 states and scores yearbooks across four categories, totaling 1,000 possible points. Riverheads earned an impressive 950 overall, including a perfect score of 200 in the Content & Coverage category, which evaluates how well the publication features classes, clubs, special events, sports, student life, and overall student representation. Congratulations to the RHS yearbook staff along with Ms. Wenger - RHS yearbook sponsor - on this National recognition! Go Gladiators - RED PRIDE!
UPDATES: 12/10/25
- School Activities, practices, and games can be held today after 3:00 p.m. Head Coaches will notify student-athletes of practice plans and game information
- *FFA Fruit pick-up adjustments:
- Wednesday, Dec. 10 (3:00-4:30 pm) if you are able to safely make it
- Thursday, Dec. 11 (3:30 - 8:00 pm)
*all pick-ups are in the Ag building behind the school. Reach out to Mr. Beard/Ms. Sonifrank if you have any questions.
- Thursday, December 11 is the last day of the After School Study Zone/Tutoring for the first semester. Will resume second semester on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
- Winter Concert will be held on Thursday, December 11 at 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium. Admission is FREE - come out and hear some holiday cheer from a talented group of students and staff! Any questions - reach out to Mr. Blackburn or Mr. Cuppernull.
UPDATED & Adjusted Testing Plan
- either on time or 2-hour delay
12/11/25 - normal instructional day with students
CIP Testing (English 9, 9A)
12/12/25 - SOL Testing (Eng. 11 - Reading, World Geography)
- CIP Testing (Eng. 10, 10A)
- Ag/Tech. credential Testing
12/15/25 - SOL Testing (Science - Earth Science)
- SOL Retakes
- Ag/Tech credential testing
12/16/25 - SOL Testing (Math - Alg. 1, Science - Biology)
- CIP Testing (Math - Alg. 1, Pt. 1)
- Exam Exemption notification
12/17/25 - Exams (2nd & 4th blocks) and Expedited Retakes
12/18/25 - Exams (1st and 3rd blocks) and Expedited Retakes
12/19/25 - Expedited Retakes and Exam make-up day.
If we get anymore weather related delays or closing we will make the appropriate changes as needed. Students should be prepared and expect to take end of the semester testing at this point and are encouraged to do their best on the these important assessments! Thank you for your understanding and flexibility as we adjust to the weather and remaining school days in the first semester.
- School Activities, practices, and games can be held today after 3:00 p.m. Head Coaches will notify student-athletes of practice plans and game information
- *FFA Fruit pick-up adjustments:
- Wednesday, Dec. 10 (3:00-4:30 pm) if you are able to safely make it
- Thursday, Dec. 11 (3:30 - 8:00 pm)
*all pick-ups are in the Ag building behind the school. Reach out to Mr. Beard/Ms. Sonifrank if you have any questions.
- Thursday, December 11 is the last day of the After School Study Zone/Tutoring for the first semester. Will resume second semester on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
- Winter Concert will be held on Thursday, December 11 at 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium. Admission is FREE - come out and hear some holiday cheer from a talented group of students and staff! Any questions - reach out to Mr. Blackburn or Mr. Cuppernull.
UPDATED & Adjusted Testing Plan
- either on time or 2-hour delay
12/11/25 - normal instructional day with students
CIP Testing (English 9, 9A)
12/12/25 - SOL Testing (Eng. 11 - Reading, World Geography)
- CIP Testing (Eng. 10, 10A)
- Ag/Tech. credential Testing
12/15/25 - SOL Testing (Science - Earth Science)
- SOL Retakes
- Ag/Tech credential testing
12/16/25 - SOL Testing (Math - Alg. 1, Science - Biology)
- CIP Testing (Math - Alg. 1, Pt. 1)
- Exam Exemption notification
12/17/25 - Exams (2nd & 4th blocks) and Expedited Retakes
12/18/25 - Exams (1st and 3rd blocks) and Expedited Retakes
12/19/25 - Expedited Retakes and Exam make-up day.
If we get anymore weather related delays or closing we will make the appropriate changes as needed. Students should be prepared and expect to take end of the semester testing at this point and are encouraged to do their best on the these important assessments! Thank you for your understanding and flexibility as we adjust to the weather and remaining school days in the first semester.
UPDATES: 12/9/25
- NO school activities, games, or events today which also applies to any outside groups wanting to use school facilities (ex. - Little League, etc.).
- FFA Fruit pick-up adjustments: Wednesday, Dec. 10 (3:30-4:30 pm); Thursday, Dec. 11 (3:30 - 8:00 pm) in the Ag building behind the school. Reach out to Ms. Sonifrank or Mr. Beard if you have any questions by way of phone call or email.
- Girls and Boys Basketball versus Stuarts Draft postponed tonight and will be rescheduled to another date.
UPDATED RHS Testing Plan IF we are in school on 12/10/25
- either on time or 2-hour delay -
12/10/25 - normal instructional day with students
12/11/25 - SOL Testing (Math - Alg. 1, Science - Biology)
- CIP Testing (Math - Alg. 1, Pt. 1)
12/12/25 - SOL Testing (Eng. 11 - Reading, World Geography)
- CIP Testing (Eng. 10, 10A)
12/15/25 - SOL Testing (Science - Earth Science)
SOL Retakes
12/16/25 - CIP Testing (English 9, 9A)
Ag/Technology Credential Testing
SOL Expedited Retakes
Exam Exemption notification day (all students)
12/17/25 - Exams (2nd & 4th block) and SOL Expedited Retakes
12/18/25 - Exams (1st & 3rd block) and SOL Expedited Retakes
12/19/25 - SOL Expedited Retakes and Exam make-up day
If we get additional weather, delays or closings we will make additional adjustments as needed.
- NO school activities, games, or events today which also applies to any outside groups wanting to use school facilities (ex. - Little League, etc.).
- FFA Fruit pick-up adjustments: Wednesday, Dec. 10 (3:30-4:30 pm); Thursday, Dec. 11 (3:30 - 8:00 pm) in the Ag building behind the school. Reach out to Ms. Sonifrank or Mr. Beard if you have any questions by way of phone call or email.
- Girls and Boys Basketball versus Stuarts Draft postponed tonight and will be rescheduled to another date.
UPDATED RHS Testing Plan IF we are in school on 12/10/25
- either on time or 2-hour delay -
12/10/25 - normal instructional day with students
12/11/25 - SOL Testing (Math - Alg. 1, Science - Biology)
- CIP Testing (Math - Alg. 1, Pt. 1)
12/12/25 - SOL Testing (Eng. 11 - Reading, World Geography)
- CIP Testing (Eng. 10, 10A)
12/15/25 - SOL Testing (Science - Earth Science)
SOL Retakes
12/16/25 - CIP Testing (English 9, 9A)
Ag/Technology Credential Testing
SOL Expedited Retakes
Exam Exemption notification day (all students)
12/17/25 - Exams (2nd & 4th block) and SOL Expedited Retakes
12/18/25 - Exams (1st & 3rd block) and SOL Expedited Retakes
12/19/25 - SOL Expedited Retakes and Exam make-up day
If we get additional weather, delays or closings we will make additional adjustments as needed.
UPDATES: 12/8/25
- NO school activities, games, or events today, which also applies to any outside groups wanting to use school facilities (ex. - Little League, etc.).
- Mentorship Presentations scheduled for today will be rescheduled for a later date.
- Athletic Booster Club Meeting is postponed tonight and will be rescheduled for a later date.
- Scholastic Bowl tonight at Waynesboro postponed tonight and will be reschedule for a later date.
- Depending on the status of school tomorrow, testing dates will be adjusted as well. IF this the case it will be communicated both at school and through a ParentSquare notification to families and students.
- NO school activities, games, or events today, which also applies to any outside groups wanting to use school facilities (ex. - Little League, etc.).
- Mentorship Presentations scheduled for today will be rescheduled for a later date.
- Athletic Booster Club Meeting is postponed tonight and will be rescheduled for a later date.
- Scholastic Bowl tonight at Waynesboro postponed tonight and will be reschedule for a later date.
- Depending on the status of school tomorrow, testing dates will be adjusted as well. IF this the case it will be communicated both at school and through a ParentSquare notification to families and students.
RHS UPDATES: 12/5/25
- NO school activities, games, or events today. This applies to any outside groups using school facilties (ex. - little leagues, etc.)
- Ag credential testing scheduled for today will be moved to Tuesday, Dec. 9
- SOL Retakes scheduled for today will be moved to Monday, Dec. 8
- SVGS shadowing will be moved to later date; guidance will be in touch with those students on the rescheduled date once it has been established.
- Girls Basketball v. Parry McCluer postponed tonight and will be reschedule to a later date
Weekend Activities:
- School activities, games or events can occur after 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 6. Teachers, Coaches and/or sponsors will be communicating practice times, activity or games adjustments as appropriate. No Sunday events can occur that are school related.
- Saturday School on December 6 is postponed. All students will be rescheduled for January 10, 2026.
- District Band Auditions on Saturday, Dec. 6 have been moved to a virtual setting. Reach out to Mr. Cuppernull if you have any questions.
Other Information:
- FFA Fruit pick-up will begin on December 9 (3:30 - 8:00 p.m.), December 10 & 11 (3:30 - 5:00 p.m.) in the Ag building behind the school. Reach out to Mr. Beard or Ms. Sonifrank - Ag/FFA advisors - if you have any questions.
- Cafeteria notification: While breakfast and lunch are free for all students, the "extras" not associated with the meal are not free (ex: chips, cookies, ice cream, drinks, etc.). Outstanding balances can be viewed and pay online through ParentPortal or by contacting the RHS cafeteria manager - Ms. Miller - at school by phone or email. We ask that these outstanding balances be paid as soon as possible. Thanks for your prompt attention to getting this done.
- The last week of the After School Study Zone/Tutoring support (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in the Library from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.) for the first semester will be Thursday, December 11 and the first day of the second semester will be Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Students are encouraged to use this free opportunity to get work completed as we finish up the first semester on December 19.
- SOL Testing begins this week (starts on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday). Attendance is very important on these days.
- RHS Winter Concert: A reminder that our outstanding group of students will be performing a Winter Concert on Thursday, December 11 at 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium. You are encouraged to come and watch the performance.
Be safe and have a safe and relaxing weekend!
- NO school activities, games, or events today. This applies to any outside groups using school facilties (ex. - little leagues, etc.)
- Ag credential testing scheduled for today will be moved to Tuesday, Dec. 9
- SOL Retakes scheduled for today will be moved to Monday, Dec. 8
- SVGS shadowing will be moved to later date; guidance will be in touch with those students on the rescheduled date once it has been established.
- Girls Basketball v. Parry McCluer postponed tonight and will be reschedule to a later date
Weekend Activities:
- School activities, games or events can occur after 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 6. Teachers, Coaches and/or sponsors will be communicating practice times, activity or games adjustments as appropriate. No Sunday events can occur that are school related.
- Saturday School on December 6 is postponed. All students will be rescheduled for January 10, 2026.
- District Band Auditions on Saturday, Dec. 6 have been moved to a virtual setting. Reach out to Mr. Cuppernull if you have any questions.
Other Information:
- FFA Fruit pick-up will begin on December 9 (3:30 - 8:00 p.m.), December 10 & 11 (3:30 - 5:00 p.m.) in the Ag building behind the school. Reach out to Mr. Beard or Ms. Sonifrank - Ag/FFA advisors - if you have any questions.
- Cafeteria notification: While breakfast and lunch are free for all students, the "extras" not associated with the meal are not free (ex: chips, cookies, ice cream, drinks, etc.). Outstanding balances can be viewed and pay online through ParentPortal or by contacting the RHS cafeteria manager - Ms. Miller - at school by phone or email. We ask that these outstanding balances be paid as soon as possible. Thanks for your prompt attention to getting this done.
- The last week of the After School Study Zone/Tutoring support (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in the Library from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.) for the first semester will be Thursday, December 11 and the first day of the second semester will be Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Students are encouraged to use this free opportunity to get work completed as we finish up the first semester on December 19.
- SOL Testing begins this week (starts on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday). Attendance is very important on these days.
- RHS Winter Concert: A reminder that our outstanding group of students will be performing a Winter Concert on Thursday, December 11 at 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium. You are encouraged to come and watch the performance.
Be safe and have a safe and relaxing weekend!
Augusta County Public Schools will be closed on Friday, December 5, 2025.
Augusta County Public Schools will operate on a 2-Hour Delay Schedule on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. We will evaluate road conditions in the morning.
The ACPS School Board Meeting on November 6, 2025 may be viewed on the Augusta County Public Schools Streams YouTube channel. You can access the meeting using the link below:
https://www.youtube.com/@ACPSStreams
Spring Musical Auditioins for "Annie" will be held on November 10 and 11 after school in the Auditorium. Anyone else should swing by to see Mr. Blackburn or Mr. Kelly for more information.
Winter Athletic Sports start November 10, 2025. Be sure that your child has a physical on file prior to trying out.
Please congratulate the 2025 Yearbook Staff on winning a VHSL Trophy Class rating on the 2025 yearbook, titled "Seeing Red." Trophy Class in the publication category of the VHSL is equivalent to a State Championship in Athletics. This is the Colosseum's 2nd state championship in the last three years, and the hard work and dedication of the yearbook staff shines through the pages of this publication. Thanks to our students, staff and community for their continued support of our yearbook program. Thanks to our yearbook advisor, Ms. Wenger, for her dedication and commitment as well.
