Last Wednesday, our Ridgeview NJROTC cadets traveled to Camp Blanding for an unforgettable adventure — a 60-foot free-fall rappel! With guidance and support from the Florida Army National Guard, cadets faced their fears, challenged themselves, and built confidence that will last a lifetime.
Huge thanks to our partners at @floridaarmynationalguard for providing our students with this incredible opportunity to grow as leaders! #PanthersRISE
Huge thanks to our partners at @floridaarmynationalguard for providing our students with this incredible opportunity to grow as leaders! #PanthersRISE





Representative and Florida House Speaker Designate Sam Garrison stopped by Ridgeview on Friday to personally thank our students for their outstanding performance of the National Anthem at his recent ceremony. He spent time getting to know each of them, asking about their future goals, answering their questions, and sharing insights about his work in public service. To make the visit even sweeter, he brought donuts to share as a token of appreciation for their talent and school spirit.
We’re grateful for his continued support of our students and his genuine interest in their learning, leadership, and success. #PanthersRISE
We’re grateful for his continued support of our students and his genuine interest in their learning, leadership, and success. #PanthersRISE
Last week, in honor of National School Bus Safety Week, we celebrated the incredible bus drivers and assistants who safely transport our Panthers each day. Their commitment, patience, and care ensure that learning begins and ends with a smile. They each received a small token of appreciation as a reminder that we’re thankful for them always “going the extra mile” for our students. Thank you for all that you do to keep Ridgeview rolling! #PanthersRISE





Don't forget - RHS Celebrates Red Ribbon Week: October 27–31
It’s time to celebrate healthy choices and show our Panther Pride! Join us for Red Ribbon Spirit Week as we take a stand against drugs and promote living our best, drug-free lives!
Here’s how to join the fun each day:
Monday: “RED-Y to Live a Drug-Free Life!” – Wear red!
Tuesday: Team Up Against Drugs – Wear your favorite sports team gear or bright colors!
Wednesday: Heroes Don’t Do Drugs – Show your principled side with your favorite superhero shirt!
Thursday: Follow Your Dreams – Wear your favorite pajamas!
Friday: Principal Murphy’s Halloween Costumes – “Drugs Are Spooky!”
Let’s make this week a spirited reminder that Ridgeview Panthers choose health, happiness, and a drug-free future!
It’s time to celebrate healthy choices and show our Panther Pride! Join us for Red Ribbon Spirit Week as we take a stand against drugs and promote living our best, drug-free lives!
Here’s how to join the fun each day:
Monday: “RED-Y to Live a Drug-Free Life!” – Wear red!
Tuesday: Team Up Against Drugs – Wear your favorite sports team gear or bright colors!
Wednesday: Heroes Don’t Do Drugs – Show your principled side with your favorite superhero shirt!
Thursday: Follow Your Dreams – Wear your favorite pajamas!
Friday: Principal Murphy’s Halloween Costumes – “Drugs Are Spooky!”
Let’s make this week a spirited reminder that Ridgeview Panthers choose health, happiness, and a drug-free future!

Get ready, Clay County! Join the Jacksonville Icemen for Clay County Athletics Family Night on 02/01/2026! It's a fun night of hockey as the Icemen welcome everyone from Clay County. Stick around after the game for shots on net!
Show your school spirit and get your tickets today! Purchase tickets here: www.jaxicemen.com/claycounty26
Show your school spirit and get your tickets today! Purchase tickets here: www.jaxicemen.com/claycounty26

Congratulations to this week's RISE Scholars of the Week! These students demonstrate one or more of our RISE qualities, and we could not be prouder of them. #PanthersRISE
Declan Koehler
Breonna Brown
Janeliz Castro
Reginald “RJ” Peterson, Jr
Dominic Melton
Declan Koehler
Breonna Brown
Janeliz Castro
Reginald “RJ” Peterson, Jr
Dominic Melton





RISE Scholar Spotlight - Excellence

Ms. Yancey’s Physical Science students are exploring the properties of matter, including concepts like mass, volume, and density, calculated by dividing mass by volume. When a classmate returned after being out, his peers took the lead in teaching him the lesson. The experience gave everyone a chance to review, explain, and reinforce their own understanding in the process. #PanthersRISE

RISE Scholar Spotlight - Integrity

In Ms. Fortner’s Honors and Pre-IB/AICE Chemistry classes, students brought science to life through a flame test lab using Bunsen burners and various metal solutions. When heated, the electrons in each metal moved from their ground state to an excited state, then released energy in the form of vibrant light as they returned to ground state. Each colorful flame revealed a unique spectral signature for the metal ion tested, allowing students to connect abstract atomic theory to real-world observation. #PanthersRISE






This Veterans Day, Ridgeview High invites our community to join us in honoring those who have served our nation.
We’re creating a special tribute to celebrate our veterans and their families. Please submit photos, names, and military branches of veterans in your family to Mr. Schellhorn at adam.schellhorn@myoneclay.net
by November 4, 2025.
Let’s come together to recognize the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of those who have served.
We’re creating a special tribute to celebrate our veterans and their families. Please submit photos, names, and military branches of veterans in your family to Mr. Schellhorn at adam.schellhorn@myoneclay.net
by November 4, 2025.
Let’s come together to recognize the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of those who have served.

RISE Scholar Spotlight - Excellence

RISE Scholar Spotlight - Excellence

Mr. King’s Career Prep students recently got into the fall spirit by learning how to carve pumpkins with guidance from Mr. King and the instructional assistants. The activity combined hands-on learning with creativity, teamwork, and plenty of smiles, helping students build both fine motor skills and confidence while having fun! #PanthersRISE







Ms. Generazio’s Art 1 students took their Spooky Drawing projects to the next level through a carousel critique designed to strengthen artistic vocabulary and peer feedback skills. Each student received a card labeled Best Technique, Most Creative, Favorite Work, or Most Expressive and rotated around the room, leaving thoughtful comments focused on value, shading, and line work. During the class debrief, the students with the most feedback shared the comments they received from their peers. Together, the class discussed what made feedback specific, detailed, and connected to artistic concepts.
Through this process, students not only refined their techniques; they learned to observe, articulate, and appreciate the creative process in one another’s work. #PanthersRISE
Through this process, students not only refined their techniques; they learned to observe, articulate, and appreciate the creative process in one another’s work. #PanthersRISE









Ms. Johnson’s Anatomy & Physiology students are bringing the skeletal system to life! This week, students explored bones and body structure through hands-on learning, sketching, labeling, and designing life-sized skeletons as part of a creative art project to decorate their classroom door. The activity combined science, teamwork, and a little seasonal spirit to reinforce their understanding of anatomy in a fun, memorable way. #PanthersRISE





Our IB Spanish B Seniors put their creativity and language skills on full display as they decorated the walkway with vibrant artwork and some of their favorite Spanish idiomatic expressions! This colorful display not only showcases their artistic talents but also celebrates the richness and beauty of the Spanish language. We love seeing our Panthers bring learning to life in such meaningful and expressive ways! #PanthersRISE










RISE Scholar Spotlight - Spirit

Our Little Paws preschoolers had an unforgettable visit from Ms. Susan Hendry, the Pumpkin Lady! Each child got to pick out their very own pumpkin and enjoy a hands-on learning experience, where they met chickens brought by Ms. Hendry. This fun and interactive visit combined fall excitement with real-world learning—helping our littles explore nature, animals, and the joy of discovery.
Thank you, Ms. Hendry, for bringing such an exceptional experience to our students! #PanthersRISE
Thank you, Ms. Hendry, for bringing such an exceptional experience to our students! #PanthersRISE









Ms. Wilson’s Theatre 1 students completed their first cumulative project last week, and what a show it was! After learning about the areas of the stage and how to create strong blocking, students put their skills to the test through a lip sync performance. Each group chose a song made before 2005 and brought it to life for their classmates with creativity, energy, and confidence.








