Schedule Requests for 2014-15

When making your schedule request for 2014-15 and considering your class choices for the next few years, here is some research from the U.S. Department of Education to consider:

The best predictor of college graduation, based on the records of students, is NOT good high school grades NOR good test scores, but the best predictor is . . .

the number of challenging courses taken in high school.

A student who works hard and struggles in an AP or IB course is better prepared for college than a student who takes an easier course and/or test.

Adelman. U.S. Department of Education. (1999)

To learn more about challenging and rigorous courses available to you check the Ryle course description guide and the following link from the College Board about Advanced Placement classes.

Advanced Placement Program - About AP Exams and Courses

LexCath assistant Engler named new football coach at Ryle

by Mike Fields

Lexington Herald Leader

http://www.kentucky.com/2014/02/04/3069118/lexcath-assistant-engler-named.html

Mike Engler, who's been an assistant football coach at Lexington Catholic since the program's inception in 1991, is leaving the Knights to become head coach at Ryle.

"It's the perfect situation, one I couldn't pass up," said Engler, who served as offensive coordinator at Lexington Catholic.

He replaces Bryson Warner, who coached Ryle for 11 years before resigning after last season.

Engler said his departure from Lexington Catholic had nothing to do with the Knights' change in head coaches. Bill Letton resigned in early December, and Mark Perry, who had been at Central Hardin, was hired to replace him a few weeks ago.

Engler applied for the Ryle job before Letton stepped down, and he did not apply to succeed Letton at Lexington Catholic.

"I felt like they needed to bring in somebody new to energize the program, and I think Mark Perry will do that," Engler said. "I would've loved working with him because I think he'll do a great, great job at Lexington Catholic."

Engler said he has been looking to get into a public-school position for better pay and benefits for several years, and declined a few offers.

But he couldn't turn down Ryle.

"Everybody I talked to told me how good a school it is," he said. "The football facilities are really nice, and I've been so impressed by everybody I've met there.

"It's got the makings of a championship program."

Engler, 43, was at Ryle on Tuesday for a news conference to announce his hiring, but school was dismissed early because of a forecast for bad weather. So instead of meeting with the football players as a group, he stood in the hallway and met as many as he could as they left school.

"I had a nice speech all planned out and I didn't even get to use it," Engler said with a laugh.

Bob Sphire, who started Lexington Catholic football and was its head coach for 15 years before leaving for a job at North Gwinnett, Ga., said Engler "always had the program at heart and would do anything, take on any responsibility, to help."

Sphire was also impressed by Engler's skills as an offensive coordinator.

"I was amazed by how creative he was," Sphire said. "Even when he was short-handed on players, he had a knack for shuffling the deck and giving kids a chance to be successful."

Ryle is a Class 6A school in the same district with Boone County, Campbell County, Dixie Heights and Simon Kenton. The Raiders lost to Trinity in the 2006 state finals, and to the Shamrocks in the 2010 semifinals. They have struggled recently, going 3-8 in 2012 and 2-9 last season.

Mike Fields: (859) 231-3337. Twitter: @MikeFieldsNotes. Blog: fieldsnotes.bloginky.com.

Read more here: http://www.kentucky.com/2014/02/04/3069118/lexcath-assistant-engler-named.html#storylink=cpy

Ryle names Mike Engler as its new football coach

Written by Richard Skinner
NKY.com  read the full article 

Ryle High School went to Lexington to land the fourth head football coach in its 22-year history.

Ryle athletic director Jim Demler made it official Tuesday by announcing in a press release Lexington Catholic offensive coordinator Mike Engler as the new head coach, replacing Bryson Warner, who resigned on Dec. 2 after 11 seasons.

Engler had been an assistant at Lexington Catholic since 1991 and had been assistant head coach and offensive coordinator during his tenure. He helped lead the Knights to a Class 3A state title in 2005 and a Class 4A state title in 2007. Lexington Catholic posted a 218-68 record (.762 winning percentage) during Engler’s tenure.

“Mike has a tremendous football background and a great reputation across the state as an excellent coach,” Demler said. “He comes from a well-respected, tradition-rich program in Lexington Catholic and we feel like he is a great fit to lead our football team.”

Engler met with Ryle’s players on Tuesday.

“My family and I are very excited about the opportunity to become part of the Ryle community,” Engler said in the press release. “We will play an exciting, up-tempo brand of football. I believe the community will be pleased with what they will see in the Ryle football program. Ryle has a great group of kids who will have a chance to be successful both on and off of the field.”

Warner compiled a 73-58 record, and his 2006 team finished as state runner-up in Class 4A.

Announcements for Week 1/27/14-1/30/14

National Honors Society: There is a sponsored point opportunity at Mann Elementary; see Media Center for more details. Next membership meeting is Monday, February 3rd.
-Seniors keep in mind you must have all your points by the end of March. This is a great opportunity to get a sponsored point.

Students who have failed a core course (Math, Science, Social Studies, or English) for the first semester, may be eligible for credit recovery. Letters were sent home this past week and registration for this is due on Friday. The credit recovery program is an after school program that is every Tuesday and Thursday beginning on Tuesday, February 4th and lasts for 5 weeks. Please see your counselor or Assistant Principal if you have any questions.

Ryle Places 2nd in the District Governor's Cup

Congratulations to the following students for earning medals at the District Governor's Cup competition and a berth in the Regional Competition to be held in Oldham Co.

Connor Hutcherson - 1st place  Math
Will Hornsby - 2nd place Science
Riley Kneale - 5th place Science
Samantha Stanton - 3rd place Lang Arts AND 3rd place Arts & Humanities
Glenn Stanton - 4th place Lang Arts AND 4th place Arts & Humanities
Rachel Lietzow - 2nd place Composition
Alex Warner  - 3rd place Composition
Allyson King - 4th place Composition

Future Problem Solving Team - 1st place

Although we did not win a berth in the Regional Quick Recall competition, we were ranked 3rd at Districts.
All these score combined awarded us enough points to earn the trophy as 2nd place in overall scores for District competition. Yes, we have another KY-shaped tropy to add to our display !!!

Congratulations to everyone and good luck at Regionals!

Announcements for Week 1/13/14-1/17/14

Spanish Honors Society: There will be a meeting in Mrs. Call's room right after school on Tuesday, January 14. Purpose of meeting is to pick-up information about the 2014 Conference.

Ryle Gaming Club: Meetings being switched to Tuesday's weekly.

Dance Team: Make sure to check out the Mr. Ryle candidate posters on the Media Center Windows! Voting begins Friday, January 17 until Thursday, January 23 during lunch! Don't forget to vote for your favorite!

Art Club: The Art Club will have a meeting at Erpenbeck Elementary on Wednesday, January 15th from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm to work on a mural.

Junior Board: Mandatory meeting immediately after school Thursday, January 16th in room 104. Bring all candy sale items. We will be planning for the fashion show and talking about themes.

Softball: All girls interested in trying out for the 2014 softball season there is a MANDATORY conditioning will begin Monday, January 13th at 3:30 pm at KAOS. More information is in the office. Also, if you plan on trying out (even if you play a winter sport) you need to sign up in the main office. If you do not yet have a physical, please make arrangements to get one before tryouts start Febuary 15th. Go Raiders!

Announcements for Week 12/2/13-12/6/13

Yearbook: 2013-214 yearbooks are now on sale! Currently $65 and $70 with personalization. Buy now before prices go up. Purchase your book through the main office, Ms. Gambrel in room 123, or online off the Ryle website by December 13th. Also, go like the Larry A. Ryle High School's yearbook page on facebook to get a preview of this years book.

Science Honors Society: There will be a brief meeting after school on Thursday, in Mr. Martin's room, room 228. Important point oppotunities will be announced. Again, meeting after-school on Thursday.

English Honors Society: We will have a brief meeting on Tuesday, December 3rd in the library at 2:30 pm. This will be an informational meeting. Also, if any EHS members are interested in service points, stop by room 129 for an angel from our angel tree.

Drama: Auditions for "The Drowsy Chaperone" will be held from 2:45-5 pm in the auditorium this Tuesday and Wednesday. Callbacks on Thursday.

Any student interested in competing for written assessment or compostion, please sign-up outside rm. 208 by Wednesday.
The tryout test will be held this Thursday in rm. 208 after school. See Mrs. Hockney for more information.

National Honors Society: NHS baskets for cheer is coming up, but we need baskets! Any student or teacher that has a new or gently used basket they could donate, please drop it off in the library by Wednesday December 11th. Please know you will not be getting this basket back. Thank you and please donate!

Baseball: Any Sophomore, Junior, or Senior interested in trying out for Baseball this Spring there will be a sign up meeting in room 117 during Wednesday R.A.P.  Important conditioning and try out information will be passed out.
*Freshman and mandatory R.A.P. students should see Coach Roesel during their lunchtime in the commons or the gym.

Basketball: The boy's basketball game that was scheduled on Friday is now moved to this Thursday right after the girl's team!