Redwood Area School District #2897

Karla Beck, Director of Teaching and Learning is this week's Cardinal Corner!

Last week RVHS students had the opportunity to attend the University of Minnesota- Twin Cities Goldy Early Access Event. The event gave juniors and seniors a head start in navigating the college search process and equipping them with the knowledge to thrive in their future academic endeavors. Students toured the campus, learned about the admissions and financial aid process as well as hearing for a diverse U of M student panel.

State Cross Country Information
Redwood Valley Boys will run at 10:00am
Redwood Valley girls will run at 10:45am
Ticket info-https://gofan.co/event/4551450
Parking-https://www.mshsl.org/sites/default/files/2025-09/2025-cc-shuttle_lot_map_0.pdf
Streaming-State Class A Boys & Girls Cross Country Championship
Live streaming link: https://nspn.tv/MSHSL/GameStream/29023

Today, 9th Graders at RVHS took part in the 13th Annual Commitment to Graduation Ceremony. Upon entering the PAC, Pomp and Circumstances was playing, and students sat in Homerooms. One by one, the students' names were called to receive a mini-diploma and lanyard, and they signed a banner committing to graduating in four years. This banner will be on display in the commons until the class of 2029 graduates. Great job students!

In an effort to engage students in interpersonal conversations, as well as playing games that do not involve an electronic device, the RVHS Media Center has purchased board games including Chess and oversized cards. These students are playing "Garbage", which is a card game. Thanks to Mr. Scoates for this great idea!

NATIONAL FFA Convention is happening this week!!
Redwood Valley FFA is represeting us BIG TIME this week!!
We have 2 National Chapter Finalist Catagories that we are competing in- Growing Leaders and Building Communities.
Only 10 chapters nationwide are up for these awards.
Redwood Valley ranks in the top 10% of FFA cahpters Nationwide and will be recognized in Indianapolis this week as a 3-Star Chapter!!
Alumni Kylee Larsen has also earned her American Degree and will be honored on Saturday morning as the convention is wrapping up.
We are fortunate to have such a STRONG and THRIVING FFA program under the leadership of Lisa Orren and Chad Maddock.
Congrats to all of our members who have put us on the NATIONAL stage!

2025 RVE Fire Prevention Poster Winners

State Cross Country Infomation from the MSHSL.
Here you will find Ticketing, Streaming and Parking information!
https://www.mshsl.org/sports-and-activities/cross-country-running-boys

Earlier this month, RVHS students attended the Cardinal Future Ready event. The goal of the event was to prepare students for life after high school with interactive sessions covering a wide variety of topics including budgeting, healthy living, taxes, the FAFSA and more. After the sessions students in grades 11 and 12 heard from Luke Greiner, a Data Analysis at the Department of Employment and Economic Development. He discussed careers in demand as well as education and training needed specifically for careers in Southwest Minnesota. Students in 9th and 10th grade took time to review their own personal interests and future goals through a Personal Learning Plan. Thank you to all our community members who helped make the day a success!

RVES Weekly Newsletter https://5il.co/1qrrh

RVHS Weekly Principal's Message: https://5il.co/2mpfe

Congratulations to our 10/24/25 RV Elementary Cardinal Shout Outs this week. One way to practice Responsibility is through the impact of our choices. This can mean standing up for others, choosing to do what you know is right or choosing to say what is Kind and helpful to others–these are powerful skills. Choices like this do really matter a lot because they impact other people. Responsibility is important because it doesn’t only impact us, but those around us too. We are so proud of our students. Keep up the GREAT work! It's always a GREAT day to be a Cardinal!!! * Be Respectful * Be Responsible * Be Safe #RedwoodValleyElementary #CharacterStrong #AlwaysTheCardinalWay #Be Responsible #wacinyapicawaun

Football information for tomorrow
Football vs. St. Cloud Cathedral- 7pm
No Cash Tickets- https://www.gobound.com/mn/mshl/regions/5a/tickets
Livestream- https://nspn.tv/MSHSL

Events Today
Section Volleyball at Luverne 7pm start.
Tickets are online only- https://gofan.co/app/school/MN19650
Streaming on Christensen Broadcasting- https://christensenbroadcastnetwork.com/sports/luverne-cardinals/

STATEBOUND!! Redwood Valley Boys and Girls Cross Country teams repeat as Section 3A Champions. Tyler Robinson is the section champ and Addie Thomes is the section runner up. Get your State Shirts here https://redwoodstatecc2025.itemorder.com/

A great Cardinal Corner read today from Superintendent, Becky Cselovszki!

Senior and baby photos are due Fri., Feb. 13. Please send photos to Ms. Kaupang in vertical format to best fit the yearbook space.

Events today-
Cross Country Sections at Madison Golf Course in Madison, MN
Boys Race 4:00pm, Girls Race 4:40pm- Awards to follow.

Football advances to the section Semi's with the win last night over KMS.
We will now play on Saturday at 7pm at St. Johns University vs. St. Cloud Cathedral.
No cash tickets only online- here is the link for tickets.
https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h202510160549529141a8f5c8965de45/checkout

We will see you this Saturday at RVES!