Rancocas Valley Regional High School

News &
Announcements

RVBOE Meeting Change
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the August 19, 2025 regular meeting of the Rancocas Valley Regional High School Board of Education established for 7:00pm at the RVRHS Annex, 1048 Smithville Rd, Eastampton NJ in the Board/PD Room #9 will now begin at 5:30pm in conjunction with the work session.
RVRHS Superintendent Christopher Heilig, Ed.D. Announces Retirement
Rancocas Valley Regional High School Superintendent Christopher Heilig, Ed.D., who led the school through two strategic plans, a successful bond referendum, a comprehensive educational equity quality review study and a pandemic in his 10 years at the helm, has announced that he will retire effective Jan. 1, 2026. Please see the attached document for the full announcement.
Dedication & Renaming of the RVRHS Wrestling Room In Honor of Coach Anthony Petrillo
Rancocas Valley Regional High School proudly announces the renaming and formal dedication of the Wrestling Room in honor of legendary coach Anthony Petrillo — a man whose legacy has shaped generations of student-athletes and elevated the sport of wrestling within our school and beyond. Please see the attached document for details.
Special Education Teacher Employment Opportunities
RVRHS is seeking candidates for the position of English Special Education and Math Special Education teacher. Please see the attached job postings for further information.
RV School District Awarded Grant to Plant Trees on Campus

RV School District Awarded Grant to Plant Trees on Campus Rancocas Valley Regional High School’s RV PREP has received a $104,075 grant to plant 249 trees, including fruit-bearing trees that will provide shade and greater access to fresh, naturally grown fruit for the local community. Michael Green, the RV PREP science teacher who applied for the grant, said RV PREP already features more than 25 varieties of perennial fruits, several pollinator gardens, a chicken coop, honeybees and a small mushroom farm, which is used as an outdoor learning space for students. The orchard and food forest will provide additional learning opportunities and increase the harvest of fruit available to the community. Please see the attached for further details.
Summer District Hours
The RV District offices will be closed on Fridays beginning June 20th through August 22nd. Main campus office hours are 7:45am-4pm Beginning July 7th through the week of August 18th. Please see attached document.
Suggested School Supply List
Please see the attached suggested school supply list for the upcoming school year to take advantage of Back-to-School sales. Students should check with individual teachers in September for any additional needed materials.
Summer Meals Program
The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Summer Food Service Program provides free meals when school is out! Children 18 years of age or younger who come to an approved open site or a site to which they are enrolled AND Adults over 18 years of age who are enrolled in school programs for persons with disabilities may also receive meals. Please review the attachment for details.
NJ State Resource Packet for Families on Health & Safety
The attached resource packet includes New Jersey State resources and helpful tips to keep families safe and healthy through the summer. The packet includes the following resources on Youth Mental Health, Food Security, and Public Health.
Welcome to RV High School
2025-2026 School Calendar
The approved Calendar-At-A-Glance for the 2025-2026 school year is attached to this news item.
Senior Trip Class of 2026
Students can now make payments for the Class of 2026 Senior Trip using a credit card! A $500 deposit is required to reserve your spot. Payments can be made by credit card, check, or cash. For credit card, use the link after this news item. Please see the attached document for additional information or reach out to lpliskin@rvrhs.com or adavis@rvrhs.com
Care Solace

Care Solace RVRHS is committed to the well-being of our students, staff, and families and have partnered with Care Solace to help individuals find mental health care providers and substance use treatment centers. The Care Companion team is available 24/7 to quickly connect you to carefully verified providers in your community. You can contact your school counselor or case manager for more information. Call 888-515-0595 or go to www.caresolace.com/rancocas to start the process.
Student Registration
In order to attend Rancocas Valley Regional High School, you must reside within one of our five sending districts of Eastampton, Hainesport, Lumberton, Mount Holly or Westampton. RVRHS accepts a limited number of students residing outside of the district on a tuition-basis. RVRHS does not participate in the Public School Choice Program. Please click on the link following this announcement to visit the Registration Page. Please read all directions carefully for completing and submitting the required form and documentation.
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Mission Statement

The Rancocas Valley Regional High School District,
an innovative, diverse and caring learning community
with invested stakeholders, empowers every learner
to achieve personal growth and educational success
to become contributing, resilient, and well-rounded individuals.