Ridgeview High School

Yesterday, our IB juniors brought critical thinking to life during their Theory of Knowledge (TOK) Exhibition! This milestone event is a key component of the IB Diploma Programme, where students select real-world objects and connect them to thought-provoking knowledge questions such as “What counts as knowledge?” or “What role do experts play in influencing our consumption or acquisition of knowledge?" Our students impressed with insightful presentations, deep reflection, and meaningful connections to the world around them. Their creativity and intellectual curiosity were fully displayed as they tackled complex ideas and showcased the unique perspectives that make the IB experience so powerful. We’re incredibly proud of their hard work and the growth they’ve shown as thinkers and communicators. Way to go, IB Panthers! 🧠🐾 #PanthersRISE

10 days ago, Ridgeview High School

A large group of IB junior students pose together, smiling proudly after completing their Theory of Knowledge Exhibition. They are dressed in semi-formal attire and standing in front of presentation boards or a classroom display area. The group exudes a sense of accomplishment and camaraderie, celebrating the successful completion of their TOK event.

A row of IB junior students stands behind their TOK Exhibition tables along a wall in the school library. Each table displays printed visuals and a knowledge question. Teachers and classmates walk through, listening and engaging with presenters. The wall behind features a colorful mural of books and a brain illustration.

An IB junior, Riya Patel, stands behind a round table during her Theory of Knowledge (TOK) Exhibition in the school library. She is speaking to another student and gesturing with her hands. On the table are exhibition materials, including a stethoscope, calculator, and name card. Other students and displays can be seen in the background, showcasing a busy and engaging academic event.

An IB junior presents her TOK Exhibition to a group of students gathered around her table. She is engaged in conversation while five students listen intently, seated and standing around the display. The library is busy with other presentations and visitors in the background.

An IB junior smiles as she presents her TOK Exhibition to a student wearing a white hoodie and backpack. They are standing at a table covered with a blue tablecloth in the school library, with other students and presenters visible in the background.

An IB junior, dressed in a suit with a red tie, speaks confidently to an adult or fellow student standing across from him. The library is filled with other students participating in the TOK Exhibition, and display tables line the room.

IB junior Christian Felder stands behind his TOK Exhibition table, confidently presenting his project. He is dressed in a black shirt with a white vest and a cross necklace. On the table are three printed images representing his chosen objects, including a Bible, a telescope, and a phonograph. His guiding knowledge question, “Why do we seek knowledge?” is displayed in front of him. Another student presenter stands beside him at an adjacent table.

IB junior Samantha Cabrera presents her TOK Exhibition project to a fellow student. She stands behind her display table, gesturing as she explains her ideas. Her knowledge question, “What role does imagination play in producing knowledge about the world?” is displayed in front of her. On the table are printed images, including a Spider-Man comic and a Miles Davis album cover. She wears a green blouse and black skirt, and the setting appears to be a classroom or library.

IB student Marlee Miller presents her TOK Exhibition to a peer in front of a mural that reads "A reader lives a thousand lives." She gestures as she explains her project, while another student stands beside her. Her display includes three printed images and a knowledge question related to the role of culture in shaping knowledge.

We are honored to be named Community First Credit Union’s School of the Month for March. This month's theme celebrated schools that excel in arts, music, and cultural events, and we couldn’t be more proud to be recognized for the vibrant, inclusive, and community-driven programs that make our school shine. From our students’ incredible performances for the community to the live music featured in our theater production, our Fine Arts programs foster creativity, passion, and connection. One of our most anticipated events, Multicultural Night, is student-led and draws large crowds from across the community to celebrate the diverse cultures represented at Ridgeview. Whether inspiring future musicians through feeder school outreach or supporting causes like Empty Bowls and holiday card drives, our students use their talents to uplift and unite those around them. A special shoutout to our incredibly talented and dedicated Fine Arts teachers—thank you for inspiring creativity, building community, and helping our students find their voice on the stage, on canvas, and in the spotlight. This recognition reflects the heart of Ridgeview High School: a place where artistic excellence meets community impact. 💙🐾

11 days ago, Ridgeview High School

Principal Murphy stands with Ridgeview High School’s Fine Arts teachers and students under the outdoor breezeway, proudly holding a large ceremonial pencil and giant check to celebrate being named Community First Credit Union’s March School of the Month. The group smiles together, representing the school’s excellence in arts, music, and cultural engagement.

Congratulations to Ridgeview High School juniors David Whaley and Sarah Benardini! Last weekend, David and Sarah proudly represented Clay County District Schools at the 28th Annual Sunshine State Scholars Conference in Orlando, hosted by the Florida Department of Education and the Florida Education Foundation. Selected as two of Florida’s top 11th-grade students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), they joined over 110 student-scholars and their families across the state for two days of celebration, innovation, and exploration. During the event, these outstanding scholars participated in dynamic problem-solving think tanks, networked with STEM professionals and university representatives, and explored exciting postsecondary pathways in Florida. From interactive college workshops to receiving new iPads from AT&T, it was an unforgettable experience! We are incredibly proud to share that David was selected as one of only 37 scholars statewide to receive a one-year full tuition scholarship generously provided by State Farm and the Florida Prepaid College Foundation. This incredible honor recognizes David’s academic excellence and promise for a future in STEM! We couldn’t be prouder of these Panthers and all they’ve accomplished. Their hard work, leadership, and commitment to learning are truly inspiring. #PanthersRISE

15 days ago, Ridgeview High School

Congratulations to our RISE Staff of the Week! These two exemplify what it means to be a Ridgeview Panther! #PanthersRISE Ms. Rich, RHS Art Teacher Mr. Comes, ITS Tech Specialist

about 3 hours ago, Ridgeview High School

Top Image: A group of Ridgeview High School students and staff stand in a classroom smiling as they hold a large yellow pencil labeled "School of the Month." One staff member in a blue Ridgeview shirt holds a certificate of appreciation. Classroom decorations and student work are visible in the background. Bottom Image: A Ridgeview High School staff member and student stand in front of the "Wall of Fame" display. The student holds a certificate for "Panther Staff of the Week" and a large novelty pencil. The staff member stands beside him, smiling.

We're thrilled to celebrate our RISE Scholars of the Week! These outstanding Panthers exemplify the core values of Responsibility, Integrity, Spirit, and Excellence that make our Ridgeview community shine. Join us in applauding these students and staff for their exceptional dedication and Panther pride! #PanthersRISE Keilah Bass Zayon Riddick-Copeland Nuohan Ou

about 4 hours ago, Becky Murphy

A Ridgeview High School student stands holding a RISE Scholar certificate and a drawstring backpack next to a "Ridgeview Panthers RISE" banner. She is wearing a white shirt, denim shorts, and sandals. A staff member in a gray "Ridgeview Cheer" polo shirt stands smiling beside the banner.

A Ridgeview High School student poses with a RISE Scholar certificate beside a “Ridgeview Panthers RISE” banner. He is wearing a black and white graphic shirt with red shorts and red sneakers. A staff member in a gray polo shirt stands to the right of the banner.

A Ridgeview High School student stands holding a RISE Scholar certificate and a gray drawstring backpack next to a large blue "Ridgeview Panthers RISE" banner. She is wearing glasses, a black shirt, and jeans. A staff member stands to the right of the banner, smiling.

Interested in joining Colorguard? Now’s your chance! Come to our RHS Colorguard Clinic on May 17th from 12–3 PM in the RHS Band Room to learn dance and flag basics, meet the team, and experience the energy and fun of colorguard firsthand. 💥 What to bring: ✔️ Comfortable workout clothes/shoes ✔️ Water & snacks ✔️ A HYPE mood! Don't miss your chance to be part of something amazing and maybe even land some awesome action shots like the ones featured here! #PanthersRISE

1 day ago, Ridgeview High School

A colorful promotional flyer for the RHS Colorguard Clinic. The clinic is scheduled for May 17th from 12 PM to 3 PM in the RHS Band Room. The flyer includes multiple photos of students performing with flags indoors and outdoors, dancing, cheering, and participating in group activities. Text invites students to learn dance and flag basics at the clinic and shows the fun and excitement of being on the colorguard team. It encourages attendees to wear comfortable workout clothes and shoes, bring water, snacks, and “a hype mood.” Bright blue and yellow colors highlight important details throughout the flyer.

Our Earth Club students spent their past Saturday making a difference at Crosby Sanctuary! They repainted the blue trail markers and installed a Prothonotary Warbler nesting box in the swamp—supporting both conservation and local wildlife. Way to go, Panthers! #PanthersRISE

1 day ago, Ridgeview High School

Four Earth Club students smile in front of the Crosby Sanctuary trailhead map, surrounded by trees.

A student wearing waders and a red bandana installs a Prothonotary Warbler nesting box on a tree in a swampy, forested area.

A student wearing a mask and gloves spray paints a blue trail marker on a tree trunk in a wooded area.

Congratulations to our 2025 Senior Wall of Fame Inductees! These students have not only excelled in academics, but have also demonstrated exceptional character, leadership, and involvement throughout their time at Ridgeview High School. Their dedication and impact on our campus and in our community make them true role models, and we are proud to recognize them with this prestigious honor. They will also receive special recognition at our Senior Awards night on May 15th. ✨ Isabella Amador ✨ Nacoya Blocton ✨ Riley Chapman ✨ Melvin Espiritu-Ramos ✨ Kyla Forkey ✨ Isaiah Idasetima ✨ Owen Kinder ✨ NataLee LuPau ✨ Sophia Tran ✨ Raelynn Walker Your academic excellence and contributions have left a lasting legacy at Ridgeview. We are so proud of you! #PanthersRISE

1 day ago, Ridgeview High School

A group of Ridgeview students and staff stand together smiling in front of the 2025 Wall of Fame display, which features framed senior portraits of the inductees on a blue background.

A senior student stands smiling in front of the Ridgeview Wall of Fame, where framed portraits of the 2025 inductees—including her own—are proudly displayed on a blue wall.

RISE Scholar Spotlight - Responsibility

2 days ago, Ridgeview High School

RISE Scholar Spotlight - Integrity

3 days ago, Ridgeview High School

Gracie McMillan, a Ridgeview freshman, is recognized in the RISE Scholar Spotlight for her integrity, leadership, and positive impact on classmates.

This past week, our Class of 2025 took a memorable trip down memory lane with a Grad Walk Parade to Ridgeview Elementary! It was an incredible celebration filled with smiles, cheers, and lots of Panther Pride. The different grade levels lined the loop with handmade signs and gave our seniors sweet notes of congratulations and encouragement. Their thoughtful words and colorful posters made the day even more memorable! In a touching finale, Ridgeview Elementary’s 6th grade class, who will soon move on to junior high, joined our seniors for the last lap of the parade and were celebrated as well! While the entire senior class participated in the parade, our seniors who attended Ridgeview Elementary stayed a little longer to take a special photo with their former elementary teachers. This truly heartwarming moment brought everything full circle. #PanthersRISE

3 days ago, Becky Murphy

A collage of photos from Ridgeview High School’s Class of 2025 Grad Walk Parade at Ridgeview Elementary. Seniors dressed in blue graduation gowns walk and wave along a parade route lined with cheering elementary students holding colorful signs and posters. The Ridgeview Panther mascot makes an appearance, and the school drumline adds to the celebration. In one photo, seniors gather for a large group picture with Ridgeview Elementary students and staff in front of a red CSX caboose. Other images show seniors smiling and holding congratulatory sticky notes they received. Ridgeview Elementary’s 6th graders are also pictured joining the seniors for the final lap, celebrating their own upcoming transition to junior high.

In Ms. Fortner’s Honors Anatomy class, students tested their blood typing knowledge with a simulated "crime scene" investigation. Using anti-sera A, B, and Rh, they checked for agglutination to determine the blood types of four suspects, the victim, and multiple samples found at the scene. By matching the blood evidence to a suspect, students solved the case while reinforcing their understanding of blood typing, antigen-antibody reactions, and real-world forensic science applications. It was a fun, hands-on way to connect classroom learning to real-world problem-solving! #PanthersRISE

3 days ago, Ridgeview High School

Two students test blood samples at their lab table, using pipettes and observing agglutination results during the blood typing lab.

Three students gather around a tray of blood samples, closely observing a reaction while working at their lab station with a laptop.

A student smiles and points at the blood samples during the lab activity while another student laughs nearby, showing engagement and teamwork during the assignment.

A group of students collaborate at a lab station, one using a pipette while others record data on a laptop.

A student carefully pipettes a blood sample while another observes, both focused on recording lab results.

Two students work together at a side counter, testing blood samples and entering observations into a computer.

Students work individually and in pairs, typing results on laptops and analyzing blood samples at different lab stations.

We had an incredible time at our Spirit Club Prom this past weekend! Our students laughed, danced, and looked absolutely amazing. A heartfelt thank you to the families, teachers, and pals who joined us and helped make the night so special! #PanthersRISE

4 days ago, Ridgeview High School

A collage of students enjoying our Spirit Club prom.

RISE Scholar Spotlight - Responsibility

4 days ago, Ridgeview High School

Kiersten Felder, a Ridgeview sophomore, is recognized in the RISE Scholar Spotlight for demonstrating responsibility, leadership, and a positive attitude.

Our General Music students recently brought Peter and the Wolf to life with a spectacular performance! Under the guidance of Ms. Bice, Ms. Manis, and peer student Abbi Godfrey, the students captivated the audience with their creativity, hard work, and heart. We are so proud of their efforts and grateful to all the families who came out to support them. It was a wonderful celebration of music, storytelling, and student talent! #PanthersRISE

4 days ago, Ridgeview High School

A collage of photos showcasing General Music students performing Peter and the Wolf. The images capture students in costume acting out scenes, using props like a tree, and interacting with teachers and classmates. One image includes a group photo of the performers and audience members on a stage. The students display creativity, expression, and teamwork throughout the performance.

Ms. Foley’s Biology students recently put their understanding of ecosystems and energy flow into action by creating their 3D energy pyramids. Through this hands-on project, students reinforced key vocabulary, practiced identifying producers, consumers, and decomposers, and explored how energy diminishes at each trophic level of a food chain. By building and labeling their models, students demonstrated creativity and strengthened their grasp of critical concepts like energy transfer and ecosystem dynamics. It was a great way to combine creativity with critical thinking in their learning! #PanthersRISE

4 days ago, Becky Murphy

A student smiles while holding a handmade 3D energy pyramid showing different trophic levels.

Students work at their desks, coloring and assembling their energy pyramid diagrams during class.

A student in a blue hoodie focuses on coloring and labeling sections of his energy pyramid.

Close-up of a completed student energy pyramid showing labels for autotrophs and heterotrophs.

A student colors a large flat template of an energy pyramid while working at his desk, with classmates working nearby.

RISE Scholar Spotlight - Excellence

5 days ago, Ridgeview High School

Last week, our Class of 2025 took a special trip down memory lane with a Grad Walk Parade to Ridgeview Elementary! It was an incredible celebration filled with smiles, cheers, and lots of Panther Pride. The different grade levels lined the loop with handmade signs and passed out sweet notes of congratulations and encouragement to our seniors. Their thoughtful words and colorful posters made the day even more memorable! In a touching finale, Ridgeview Elementary’s 6th grade class, who will soon move on to junior high, joined our seniors for the last lap of the parade and were celebrated as well! While the entire senior class participated in the parade, our seniors who attended Ridgeview Elementary stayed a little longer to take a special photo with their former elementary teachers. This truly heartwarming moment brought everything full circle. #PanthersRISE

5 days ago, Ridgeview High School

Friday was a fun day for our class of 2025! They enjoyed water slides, engaging games, exciting competitions, and mouthwatering food. It was indeed an unforgettable experience! We want to thank our senior sponsors, Ms. Sheri Dickey and Mr. Carlos Gonzales, for their hard work and dedication in organizing this incredible event. They are both outstanding educators who go above and beyond to create a remarkable senior year for our students, and we are incredibly grateful to have them as part of our Ridgeview High School family. #PanthersRISE

7 days ago, Ridgeview High School

A collage of photos from Ridgeview High School’s Senior Splash event, featuring seniors enjoying a day of outdoor fun and games. Activities include water slides, inflatable obstacle courses, a giant Connect Four game, cornhole, Spikeball, and an inflatable target throw game. Students are laughing, racing, and splashing down slides while others pose for photos with friends. Some seniors are seen grabbing snacks and drinks at food stands. The atmosphere is lively and full of celebration under a sunny sky, with students dressed in casual and water-friendly clothing, clearly enjoying one of their final senior events.

Congratulations to our RISE Staff of the Week! These two exemplify what it means to be a Ridgeview Panther! #PanthersRISE Coach Tomaro, PE Teacher Ms. Tillman, Custodian

7 days ago, Ridgeview High School

The image is split into two sections. The top section shows a group of Ridgeview High School students and a staff member standing outdoors, smiling and posing with a large novelty pencil. The staff member is wearing a Ridgeview Track and Field shirt. The bottom section shows three staff members indoors. One staff member holds a "Certificate of Appreciation" for being named Panther Staff of the Week, while another staff member holds the large novelty pencil. All three are smiling and standing together in a cafeteria setting.