James S. Rickards High School

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    • 21st Century

      Are you looking for a safe and academic-driven space for your students? Look no further; the Rickards High School 21st Century Community Learning Center is the place for you. We offer academic support in English and mathematics, and our students are currently focused on the American government through project-based learning. We have educational and physical vendors at least once per week to keep our students mentally and physically prepared.

      Click here for the application. 

       If you have questions or concerns, please call Dr. Satchell at 850-414-5505.
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    • ACT/SAT Waiver Instruction

      If you need instructions on obtaining an ACT/SAT waiver, click here to see the information on the guidance page.
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    • Administration Contact Hours

      Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday

      Contact Number: 850-414-5500

      Our administrative team will respond to your request no later than 48 hours. If you're having an extreme emergency, please send our administrative team an email. 
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    • Campus Supervision:

      The campus opens for students at 7:00 am, and supervision ends at 2:20 pm unless you are attending a supervised club, activity, or athletic practice.

       
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    • Cell Phone Procedures.

      All students will put their cell phones away from 7:30 a.m. to 1:50 p.m. for students with six periods and 2:45 p.m. for those with seven. Students may use their cell phones during lunch from 11:15 to 12:00.

      Lunch Procedures:

      9th and 10th-grade students will report to the cafeteria and auditorium at the south end of campus for lunch. They may not leave campus for lunch. After receiving their lunch from the cafeteria, 11th- and 12th-grade students will report to the lower courtyard at the north end of campus. Students who have turned in all their off-campus paperwork may leave campus for lunch.
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    • Dates to Remember:

      • August 19, 2025: SAC Meeting
      • August 19, 2025: Lady Raiders Volleyball @ NFC, 6 PM
      • August 29, 2025: Diploma Name Form Released to REMIND
      • August 21, 2025: Raiders JV Football @ Godby, 6:30 PM
      • August 22, 2025: Raiders Football @ Godby, 7 PM
      • August 23, 2025: Raiders Cross Country @ Elinor Klapp-Phipps Park, 7 PM

       
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    • LCS Cell Phone Policy

      The LCS Cell Phone Policy can be found here.
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    • LCS Secondary Code of Conduct

      The LCS Secondary Code of Conduct can be found here.
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    • Mentors

      Are you interested in serving as a mentor for our students? If so, please complete the volunteer application in the link below and be sure to click the “yes” box stating that you would like to serve as a weekly mentor. The option is at the end of the application, after the Volunteer Applicant Signature and Date. 
      https://volunteers.leonschools.net/

       
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    • Transcripts

      Due to current enrollment activities, in-person transcript and diploma pickup is temporarily unavailable. If you need a transcript sent to a college, please email Mrs. Allen at allenm2@leonschools.net.

      The option to pick up transcripts will resume on September 2, 2025.
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    • Registration Hours:

      Monday–Thursday: 8 AM - 12 PM

       
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    • Class of 2026 Information

      Sign up for the Class of 2026 Senior Remind by texting @rhsgrad26 to 81010. Please use your first and last names to expedite the approval process.

       
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    • Summer Reading

      Click here for the 2025 Summer Reading Assignments.

       
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    • World of Works (WOW)

      Leon County Public Schools is excited to announce an incredible opportunity on October 24th for your 9th-grade student! We have organized a county-wide field trip, World of Works (W.O.W.)—North Florida https://www.northfloridaworldsofwork.com/, to expose high school students to various career possibilities and provide them with hands-on experiences in career clusters. 

      The primary goal of this field trip is to help your students explore different career paths and better understand the options available to them after graduating high school. By participating in this event, they will interact with various professionals from our Leon County or Big Bend community to gain insight into high-demand and high-wage careers. 

      Leon County Public Schools believes this field trip will be educational and an unforgettable experience for all participating students by helping them make more informed decisions about their future high school courses and career pathways. 

      Permission slips will be distributed after Labor Day!
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    Fast Links

    •  Mr. Douglas Cook, Principal

         

      Phone: 850-414-5500

      Email: cookd3@leonschools.net

      Parents, guardians, students, & stakeholders,

      Thank you for a fantastic first week at James S. Rickards High School!

      To support our students' academic success, please ensure that your child arrives early or on time each day. Supervision begins at 7:00 AM, with the first bell ringing at 7:23 AM and first period starting at 7:30 AM. Students are considered tardy at 7:31 AM and late after 7:40 AM.

      Students can view their schedules on FOCUS/CANVAS. It is important for them to check their schedules daily throughout August, as adjustments may occur due to ongoing student enrollments and class balancing. If you need assistance signing into your FOCUS account, please reach out via email at focushelp@leonschools.net or call 850-487-7524.

      Sincerely, 

      Mr. Douglas Cook, Principal

      Expect Great Things from the Raiders!

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    • Safe Schools

      Pursuant to federal law, students may not be denied a public education. As such, Leon County Schools is committed to providing a world class education in a safe environment for all students--regardless of immigration status.

      LCS administrators will continue to enforce Board Policy 5540 in relation to non-DCF law enforcement investigations involving students on campus. This policy requires parents’ consent in order to provide access to students unless there is a warrant or an exigent/emergency circumstance such as an investigation involving a missing child.

      LCS counselors have been trained to provide support for students and families who may be impacted by changes to federal law. The safety and security of all our students will continue to be our top priority.

    Student Enrollment

    • LCS Circle Logo  Looking to get your student enrolled?
      Contact your zoned schools' Enrollment Liaison

      We are excited to welcome you to Leon County Schools. Our Student Admissions website will allow you to find all the necessary information and requirements to get your student properly enrolled quickly. If you are enrolling a Kindergarten student, please visit our Kindergarten Enrollment Website. If you have a specific question you would like to ask the local school staff, you can find the school’s Admissions Liaison contact info below. 

      Have any questions you would like to ask the local school staff? See the school's Admissions Liaison contact info below.

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