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MRH students perform Shakespeare at The Book House

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As part of the Shakespeare Festival in St. Louis, there were 38 performances of Shakespeare scenes throughout the city last week. One of those was an performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream by Maplewood Richmond Heights students at The Book House (7352 Manchester Road) in Maplewood. https://youtu.be/hsBpQTtD5Bk

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MRH band wins national recognition

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The Maplewood Richmond Heights School District has been named one of 15 honorable mention winners in the 23rd annual Magna Awards program for its Blue Devils Rhythm and Blues Band, the school has announced. The Magna Awards recognize school districts and their leaders “for taking bold and innovative steps to improve the lives of students and their communities,” the school says. From the Magna Award website: Over several decades, the student population steadily declined, causing enrollment in music classes to decline as well. The school board recognized the need to restore student interest, increase student achievement, and reconnect with the community. The district created and developed in the fine arts curriculum the Blue Devils Rhythm and Blues Band, a modernized, nontraditional, and cutting-edge music and dance ensemble to replace the larger concert band…”

The winners were selected by a panel of school board members, administrators and other educators from more than 200 submissions in three enrollment categories: under 5,000 students, 5,000 to 20,000 students, and over 20,000 students.

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MRH resolves ‘Educational Equity and Social Justice’

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The MRH Board of Education on February 16 unanimously approved the “Resolution on Educational Equity and Social Justice.”  It was announced at the annual MRH Soul Food Supper celebrating Black History Month on February 22 and was posted on the MRH website on Thursday. Resolution: Educational Equity and Social Justice

WHEREAS, the Maplewood Richmond Heights School District (MRH) is known throughout St. Louis, the State of Missouri, and beyond, as a shining example of inclusiveness and diversity. WHEREAS, the mission of MRH is to “inspire and prepare students as leaders, scholars, stewards, and citizens for a diverse and changing world.”

WHEREAS, we continue to be mindful of our rich history as it affects our institutional viability and vitality. WHEREAS, we recognize that public education can both enhance individuals and strengthen communities.

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MRH students win science competition

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Maplewood Richmond Heights High School students took first place in an academic tournament Friday at Clayton High School. The MRH WYSE Team (Worldwide Youth in Science and Engineering) took first place overall and won many individual awards in the regional competition, according to MRH. MRH’s team members were:

Jeda Murphy
Henry Seymour
Aaron Meuser
Jamie Tipton
Joseph Barron
Maya McKenzie
Noah Kiernan
Samantha Schaffner
Stasya Juracsik
Everett Hicks
Lauren Owens
Neera Golocheikine
Kadin Kristjansson
Mia Rintoul

Individual MRH winners were:

Math – 1st place – Mia Rintoul
Biology – 1st place – Jamie Tipton
Chemistry – 2nd place – Jamie Tipton
Physics – 1st place – Mia Rintoul; 2nd place – Kadin Kristjansso; 3rd place – Henry Seymour
English – 3rd place – Kadin Kristjansson
Computer Science – 3rd place – Noah Kiernan
Engineering Graphics – 2nd place – Noah Kiernan

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MRH thespians, wrestlers pose for photos

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Maplewood Richmond Heights High School, on Twitter (@mrhhighschool), recently posted group photos of wrestlers and thespians. 

The MRH thespians were at a conference and the senior wrestlers assembled at center mat for senior night. https://twitter.com/mrhhighschool/status/821854821896650754

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MRH 6th-grader dies unexpectedly

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A Maplewood Richmond Heights sixth-grader, Jacob Parsons, died on Sunday from complications following a routine medical procedure, according to MRH. The sixth grade students were told of Jacob’s passing Tuesday morning in their homerooms by counselors and principals. District counseling staff and special school district social workers are available throughout the week as needed for all students. Substitutes have been called in to take classes if teachers need to work with students, or if teachers themselves need time away. A visitation will be held at Schrader Funeral Home and Crematory (14960 Manchester Road, Ballwin, MO 63011) on Sunday, Jan.

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Some MRH ECC classes won’t resume until Jan. 17: water damage repair

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Some Maplewood Richmond Heights preschool classes aren’t planned to resume until Jan. 17, according to a letter sent to parents from ECC Principal Cyndi Hebenstreit and shared with 40 South by a parent. The late starting date is for contractors to make repairs and ensure no moisture, mold, or other allergens exist from water damage from a burst water pipe due to extreme cold. Classes were first canceled Dec. 19.

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MRH employees give over $10,000 to local charities

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Maplewood Richmond Heights School District employees gave more than $10,000 in the annual workplace giving campaign this year, according to the district. MRH employees donate to Mosaic Services, Joe’s Place and United Way each year  through the annual ‘Make a Difference’ workplace giving campaign. The campaign gives the staff the opportunity to affect students and families in the community, beyond the schools. Giving was up nearly 10 percent over last year’s campaign, with a total of $10,385 raised this year.  

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MRH R&B Band rocks a carol

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The Maplewood Richmond Heights Rhythm & Blues Band performed Carol of the Bells for students, faculty, and staff this week. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qo6WNH0x1-k

The band performed for homecoming this year too. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=drgbla-6G-c

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MRH audit released

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The Maplewood Richmond Heights School District’s audit for the 2016 fiscal year was released in November, and has been posted. Part of the report is to describe the scope of the testing of internal control over financial reporting and compliance, it states; not to provide an opinion on internal controls or compliance. The audit found, “a lack of segregation of duties in the accounting department due to its small size” (page 51). It recommended that internal control be better segregated to safeguard assets and help detect losses due to intentional or unintentional error. The district responded that it will review the accounting office’s process for ways to improve internal controls.

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Student places in ‘elevator competition’

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Maplewood Richmond Heights junior Lily Kitipitayangkul, on Dec. 3, competed in an open competition among 24 St. Louis high school students in the ‘Teen Elevator Pitch Competition’ through St. Louis University’s Center for Entrepreneurship. The students were invited to enter the competition with a simple post to Instagram using the guidelines from SLU.