Congratulations to the 2025 Time to Fly Award w1nners! With over 1000+ votes cast this year for all categories, it was a special recognition for all of the finalists.
A special congratulations to our PAC Technician, Randy Johnson, who was awarded the most prestigious award of the night, the REP of the Year award!
Check out Randy's recognition video!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SI_uRuOXErw
Photo coverage coming soon.
Rio Rico High School Graduation - Class of 2025!
Catch the livestream of Rio Rico High School's Class of 2025 graduation ceremony this Thursday, 5/22 starting at 7:00 p.m.
https://fan.hudl.com/usa/az/rio-rico/organization/15657/rio-rico-high-school/schedule?date=2025-05-18T07%3A00%3A00.000Z&range=Week&s=U2NoZWR1bGVFbnRyeVB1YmxpY1N1bW1hcnk2ODJkMDdkNWVjMGYwMjhhYTcwYzk3NjA%3D
Varsity letter jackets are the best way to show your pride for your high school. The athletic department is making a huge push to educate and promote letter jackets to athletes and parents. We hope to see more athletes making the choice to show that Hawk Pride by saving up and purchasing a jacket.
If you are interested in ordering one for your varsity athlete, email Mr. Laughland for a form at claughland@scv35.org or order online at https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/1020796/RIO-RICO-HIGH-SCHOOL/Jacket/1391244279/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/Rio-Rico-HS-Tan-Sleeves/2132685346?rc=98
Contact at Jostens of Southern Arizona is Joe Grossi. He can be contacted at GROSSI.OFFICE@jostens.com.
Congratulations to these 21 students who were awarded a program's Time to Fly award last night. Leadership of each program was tasked with choosing just one individual from their program who best defined the athletic department's mantra of "Time to Fly" and the Rio Rico core values of Relationships, Excellence and Pride.
Event coverage photos courtesy of RRHS photo teacher, Luis Garcia, to follow.
Congratulations to these 21 students who were awarded a program's Time to Fly award last night. Leadership of each program was tasked with choosing just one individual from their program who best defined the athletic department's mantra of "Time to Fly" and the Rio Rico core values of Relationships, Excellence and Pride.
Event coverage photos courtesy of RRHS photo teacher, Luis Garcia, to follow.
Congratulations to these 21 students who were awarded a program's Time to Fly award last night. Leadership of each program was tasked with choosing just one individual from their program who best defined the athletic department's mantra of "Time to Fly" and the Rio Rico core values of Relationships, Excellence and Pride.
Event coverage photos courtesy of RRHS photo teacher, Luis Garcia, to follow.
Thank you to Mr. Bickerton and the Film/TV crew for their hours of work to complete the nominee videos for last night's Time to Fly Awards! Check 'em out!
Parent of the Year
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rgu36d5wGqU
Assistant Coach of the Year
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MZdLUiCu81s
Student Manager of the Year
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WylNqT_uxkw
Head Coach of the Year
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cm4e1A4l-V4
Game Management Staff of the Year
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w0YVJO_yAOk
Male Athlete of the Year
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-tFUcd9sv0
Female Athlete of the Year
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60alaKZUeTc
Activity of the Year
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BndlUK58ZvM
Sport of the Year
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QCNDVjgwz3Y
Results and photos to follow!
Alina Lopez successfully completed the Santa Cruz County Emerging Leaders Program, an initiative launched by Dr. Rodolfo Martinez Morales from the University of Arizona. Throughout the school year, Alina actively participated in a variety of events that helped develop her leadership skills and community engagement. Rio Rico High School is proud of Alina for this outstanding accomplishment. Special thanks go out to her parents and everyone involved in supporting and organizing this impactful program.
# Go Hawks!
The Rio Rico High School Farm is home to a variety of livestock that are cared by our AgriScience students. Our students take pride in feeding and maintaining the animals as part of their hands-on agricultural education. The livestock will be showcased in the upcoming county fair. Special thanks to our Agriculture Interns, Agriculture Specialist, and Dr. McPherson for their continuous support and dedication to the success of our program.
#RRHS/CTE: Providing Hands On Experience
Spring Athletes Make SPORTS360AZ All-Academic Teams
The votes are in! After 1000+ votes, 29 athletes will wait for potential recognition in the 4th annual Time to Fly Awards tonight! Stay tuned tomorrow to see who brought home the hardware! It's Time to Fly! W1NNING matters!
Flag football competed this weekend at Benjamin Franklin High School in Queen Creek for some off-season competition. The Hawks were able to line up against quality competition in its first real action as a program.
Ben Franklin (0-14)
Higley (0-18)
South Mountain (6-12)
Arcadia (6-12)
Westview (0-14)
What a year for female sports! Who you got W1NNING tomorrow night?
Angie Whelan - volleyball/basketball
Addison Hix - volleyball/basketball/track
Sophia Guzman - volleyball/track
Isabella Bravo - cross country/track
Jessence Octavio-Callejo - wrestling
What a year for female sports! 4 great athletes, but there can only be one W1NNER. Who you got bringing home the hardware tomorrow?
1 MORE SLEEP! 3% of the vote decided the W1NNER for this category! Find out who W1NS tomorrow night!
🚨BREAKING: China Tapia commits to Ottawa University in Surprise, AZ for Volleyball!
Photo Credit: Esteban Ruiz Photography
"W1NNING is an investment." ~Tim Grover, author of W1NNING
Head girls volleyball coach, Alexis Bermudez, is attending "The Art of Coaching Volleyball" coaches clinic in Denver, Colorado this weekend learning from some of the nation's best coaches.
The RRHS athletic department continues to progress by investing in opportunities for our head coaches to grow. Enjoy, Coach! Safe travels back tomorrow!
https://store.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/clinic-2/
The results are in! Who will be named Male Athlete of the Year on Monday?
Danny Knapp - XC/Track
Hunter Thompson - Football/Soccer/Track
Jay Teso - XC/Baseball
Yahel Clark - Football/Track
RRHS students proudly completed CTE programs in Welding, Pharmacy Tech, Veterinary Tech, Emergency Medical Services, Fire Science, Cosmetology, and Physical Therapy. Their dedication was evident through the long hours spent commuting and the extensive studying required to earn industry-recognized certifications. Special Thanks to RRHS Counseling Department for their support and guidance throughout this journey. At RRHS, we build lifelong learners.
#RRHS/CTE: Providing Hands On Experience.
Rio Rico High School students have successfully completed their respective CTE programs. Their commitment to complete the program and growth is truly admirable. Special thanks to teachers, staff, families, SCV35 Transportation Department, CTE Specialist and District Administration who supported and contributed to making this achievement possible. RRHS/CTE is proud of each and every one of you. More pictures from today’s ceremony will be posted soon!
#RRHS/CTE: Providing Hands On Experience
#Pima JTED
