Rickards High SGA

05/15/2026

We love ❤️ Principal Cook!

05/07/2026

TODAY is the day, Raiders.

The Algebra 1 EOC is a graduation requirement — lock in, take your time, and leave it ALL on the test. We’re speaking Level 3’s, Level 4’s, and Level 5’s into existence TODAY.

Bring your FULLY charged Chromebook, stay focused, and go make it happen.

05/05/2026

🚨 TOMORROW IS THE DAY, RAIDERS 🚨

10th grade… this is YOUR moment.
No stress, no panic — just execute. 💯

Walk in confident.
Take your time.
READ every question.
And go secure those Level 3’s, 4’s, and 5’s 🎯

Remember: SOS — Students Obtaining Success
This isn’t just a test… it’s a graduation requirement. Get it DONE now so you don’t have to circle back later.

And don’t forget…
🔋 BRING A FULLY CHARGED CHROMEBOOK

We believe in you.
Now go prove it.

05/03/2026

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Please support Rickards SGA! The sale ends tomorrow at 5pm. All proceeds will go towards helping students thrive at Rickards in activities and events.

Click here to buy our delicious popcorn and 50% of your purchase benefits this fundraiser.

05/02/2026

We had a full week! Did you know we celebrated our incredible teachers and staff during Rickards Teacher Appreciation Week? To show our appreciation, we called our friends at Big B’s BBQ & Grille, and they truly delivered. They catered a feast for our staff—over 130 juicy burgers and perfectly grilled chicken sandwiches, paired with their mouth-watering mac & cheese, savory baked beans, and crisp, refreshing coleslaw.

But President Walker and Advisor White didn’t stop there. To add a sweet ending to the celebration, we also served up some “very healthy” (lol) ice cream sundaes for our amazing teachers and staff. With scoops of creamy vanilla ice cream and all the toppings, it was the perfect treat to bring a few extra smiles to the people who work tirelessly for our students every day.

It was a small way to say thank you to the outstanding educators and staff who make Raider Nation special. 💙

05/01/2026

Today we celebrate National Principal’s Day and recognize an incredible leader of Raider Nation — Principal Cook.

Your dedication, leadership, and commitment to excellence continue to shape the culture and success of James S. Rickards High School. Whether supporting students, empowering teachers, or showing up for our community, your impact does not go unnoticed.

On behalf of the Rickards SGA, faculty, staff, and students — thank you for leading with vision, pride, and heart.

Happy National Principal’s Day, Principal Cook! 💙💛

04/22/2026

Good morning, everyone,

Today we would like to take a moment to recognize and celebrate the incredible members of our front office team who make a difference in the lives of students, faculty, staff, and our entire Rickards community each day: Ms. Martin (front desk), Ms. Jackson (front desk), Ms. Nathan (guidance secretary), Mrs. Washington-Williams (attendance secretary), Mrs. Freda Jackson-Thomas (principal secretary), Mrs. Loriston (bookkeeper), and Mrs. Allen (registrar).

Their dedication, professionalism, and kindness help keep our school running smoothly and create a welcoming environment for everyone who walks through our doors.

This morning, my advisors and I had the pleasure of treating them to a Chick-fil-A breakfast with our theme: "It's our pleasure to celebrate you!" as a small token of our appreciation.

We hope this gesture brightens your morning just as you all brighten our days throughout the year.
On behalf of all of us, thank you for everything you do. We truly appreciate you!

04/10/2026

Good morning, Raider Nation,

On behalf of the James S. Rickards High School Student Government Association, I would like to take a moment to recognize and celebrate our outstanding Assistant Principals during National Assistant Principal Week.

Our school community is fortunate to have leaders who work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure that Rickards continues to thrive academically, socially, and culturally. Their dedication, guidance, and commitment help create an environment where students and staff can succeed every day.

Please join us in honoring:

Dr. Deborah Barnes – Assistant Principal of Curriculum
Mr. Christopher Cowart – Assistant Principal of Attendance
Dr. Rhonda Flanagan – Assistant Principal of Intervention
Mr. Sam Striplin – Assistant Principal of Discipline

Each of these leaders plays a critical role in supporting our students, empowering our teachers, and maintaining the high standards that define Raider Nation.

On behalf of the student body, thank you for your leadership, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the success of our school community. Your impact does not go unnoticed, and we are grateful for everything you do for Rickards.

Happy National Assistant Principal Week!

Raider Pride,

Tyriq C. Walker
Student Body President
James S. Rickards High School
Student Government Association

01/29/2026