River Ridge High School, Woodstock, GA

Way to Go!

A River Ridge High School Class of 2026 graduate has earned a national competitive scholarship! Cullen Stacy is a recipient of the Mayo Clinic Dependent Scholarship, receiving $12,000 over four years toward college tuition and academic fees. Recipients are selected by the Mayo Foundation Board of Trustees based on SAT or ACT scores, with selected students ranking in the top 10 to 25% of applicants nationwide. Cullen plans to attend Georgia Southern University to study biochemistry with a concentration in forensics before pursuing law school. Our School Board is laser focused on ensuring our students are learning more, growing more, and achieving more in our classrooms than they could anywhere else!

Today we had the honor of celebrating the River Ridge High School Class of 2026 Top Ten students at our annual luncheon. What an incredible group of young men and women who have worked tirelessly to reach this milestone. Their dedication, leadership, perseverance, and heart make us so proud to call them Knights. 💙💛

Congratulations to:
Udi Gitau
Olivia Kennison
Sofia Valenzuela
Isabella Kennison
Matthew Burdette
Peyton Westbrook
Taylor Westbrook
Melody Gary
Claire Park
Krish Patel

A special thank you to the families, teachers, PTSA, and staff who helped support these students along the way. The future is incredibly bright for the Class of 2026!

Today we are proud to celebrate our incredible Speech-Language Pathologists, Mrs. Adrian and Mrs. Eidson! 💙💛

These two do so much more than help students find their voice—they build confidence, create connections, and open doors for our students every single day. Whether it’s supporting communication, language development, or simply being a steady, encouraging presence, their impact reaches far beyond the classroom.

We are so grateful for the patience, expertise, and heart they bring to River Ridge. Our students are better because of you.

Happy School-based SLP Week! 💙✨

Happy to announce SY26-27 RRHS SGA Officers! Congratulations.

This week, we proudly recognize National Police Week and take a moment to honor someone who means so much to our River Ridge family—Officer Thomas. 💙

Every single day, Officer Thomas shows up for our students and staff with a steady presence, a kind heart, and an unwavering commitment to keeping our campus safe. But what makes him truly special goes far beyond the badge.

He builds relationships.
He listens.
He mentors.
He steps in when it matters most—and often before anyone even realizes help is needed.

Our students know him not just as an officer, but as someone who genuinely cares about them as individuals. That kind of impact can’t be measured, but it can absolutely be felt throughout our building.

Officer Thomas, thank you for the way you serve, protect, and love our school community so well. We are better because of you.

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Today we are celebrating one of the very best—our incredible Instructional Lead Strategist, Autumn Hamilton! 💙💛

Autumn leads with heart, purpose, and a deep commitment to both our teachers and our students. She has a gift for meeting people where they are, while also challenging all of us to grow and be better each day. Whether she’s coaching teachers, supporting instruction, or helping us think through what’s best for kids, she does it with grace, wisdom, and a servant’s heart.

Behind the scenes, Autumn is making a lasting impact on our school—strengthening instruction, building capacity, and helping create a culture where both students and staff can thrive.

We are so grateful for you, Autumn, and the difference you make at River Ridge every single day. 💫

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Tonight we celebrated our students who took the next step toward their futures at Skilled Professional Signing Day.

These students are choosing pathways that require grit, skill, and determination—and we couldn’t be more proud of the direction they’re headed. From the trades to technical careers, they are stepping confidently into opportunities that will make a real impact in our community and beyond.

A heartfelt thank you to - Cherokee Office of Economic Development and for making this day possible and for continuing to champion the value of skilled professions.

The future is bright, and today was a powerful reminder that success looks different for every student—and every path is worth celebrating. 💙💛 ❤️🖤