Homecoming Weekend is Here!
We’re looking forward to a fun and safe Homecoming weekend at the Ridge! Please review these important details with your student.
Homecoming Football Game TONIGHT
Friday, September 25 | 6:00 PM
MRHS vs. GHS
Purchase tickets on GoFan
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Homecoming Dance
Saturday, September 26 | 7:00–10:00 PM
A few important reminders:
- Students must arrive by 8:00 PM. No admittance after 8:00 PM.
- Students must show a photo ID at check-in. A Synergy photo may be used if needed.
- Tickets are not transferable. Approved outside guests must also present photo ID.
- Bags will be checked upon arrival.
- Once students leave the dance, they may not re-enter.
- All HCPSS Student Code of Conduct expectations and policies apply.
Please Plan for Prompt 10:00PM Pickup
The dance ends promptly at 10:00 PM, and all students must be picked up at that time. Please plan ahead and have transportation on campus and ready for pickup when the dance ends. Your help with prompt pickup is greatly appreciated and helps us ensure a safe and smooth end to the evening for our students and staff.
We’re excited for a great Homecoming weekend!
MRHS Focus for 2026–2027
Want to know what we’re focused on at MRHS this year? Our School Improvement Plan At-a-Glance highlights our key priorities and the work we’re doing together to support student success.
Take a look at our 2026–2027 School Improvement Plan At-a-Glance
MRHS Boosters News
Homecoming Pancake Breakfast Was a Success!
Thank you to everyone who came to last week's pancake breakfast! Boosters is grateful for everyone who pitched in to help make this event a success. A huge thanks to all the volunteers, including students, who woke up early to come to school and help. An extra special thank you goes to Mrs. Terry and her culinary students for all their help--from preparing the pancake batter, creating marketing materials, and more--we couldn't have done it without them! And many thanks to Mrs. Terry and Mr. Mike from food services for their help preparing food alongside our volunteers. We appreciate you all!
Dine Out and Support Boosters!
Mark your calendar–Barrington Tap & Table is offering TWO chances to support MRHS Boosters in October!
When: Monday, October 5 and Tuesday, October 6, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Barrington Tap & Table, 2050 Marriottsville Rd.
Print or present the mobile flyer below to participate. Mention the fundraiser for carry-out orders.
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Next Boosters Meeting
Join Boosters on Wednesday, October 14 at 7 p.m. in the MRHS Student Services Office.
Park by the main office and enter through those doors.
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MRHS Music Foundation News
MRHS MUSIC STUDENTS - IMPORTANT!
COMPLETE BY THIS WEDNESDAY 9/30!!!
- Confirm you can access your CutTime account!
Didn’t get your Magic Link? Email us ASAP - Complete your Spring Trip Forms and Register Online with CCIS Here
NOW-OCT 11:
- Order your Cousins’ Concert Attire & donate your outgrown/unneeded items to Music Foundation
- OCT 6: Spring Trip New Parent Info & Chaperone Interest Meeting 7p MRHS Auditorium
ENTIRE MRHS COMMUNITY!
OCT 3: Marching Band Competition at Naval Academy - go cheer them on!!
- World’s Finest Chocolate Sales OPEN - find a music student after school & buy a bar or two!
- Charleston Wrap Sales OPEN - get your favorite music student's order code, or just support the Music Department in general ordering your holiday & everyday gifts & wrapping paper!
- Become (or Find) a Music Patron!
MRHS Upcoming Dates:
September 25 - Homecoming Football Game MRHS vs. GHS - 6:00pm
September 26 - Homecoming Dance 7:00pm-10:00pm
September 29 - Last Day to Drop Full Year Course Without Penalty
September 30 - 3-Hour Early Dismissal, Staff Professional Learning/Workday
October 14 - PSAT Testing (10th & 11th Grade Only) - No Flex Time Schedule
October 14 - Boosters Meeting 7:00pm
October 16 - Schools Closed for Students - Staff Workday
Naloxone Training Opportunity
In Howard County, addressing substance misuse among youth, including opioid use, remains a critical public health priority. Fatal overdoses have been steadily declining since 2022, a success largely driven by widespread naloxone distribution and acceptance. Yet, substance misuse among our youth is still an ongoing risk. According to the 2024 Maryland Youth Risk Behavior Survey, almost 10% of middle school students and 12.5% of high school students in Howard County reported taking prescription pain medication without a prescription or differently than prescribed. As a parent, you play a vital role in protecting your children and your community. Scan the QR code on this flier or use this link [https://www.howardcountymd.gov/health/opioid-overdose-response-program] to access our free, on-demand naloxone training. In just 10-15 minutes you can gain the skills needed to respond to an opioid overdose. You can take the training alone, with your child or with the whole family. After you complete the training, you can receive a free naloxone kit. It’s never too early to learn to save a life!
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