Rigby High School

Rigby High School is a public high school located in Rigby, Idaho, serving students from Jefferson County, Idaho, and surrounding areas, including Idaho Falls, Idaho, and Madison County, Idaho. The school is part of the Jefferson County Joint School District 251, which also includes Rigby Middle School, Rigby Elementary School, and other nearby schools, such as Madison High School (Idaho), and Bonneville High School (Idaho). Rigby High School has a strong reputation for academic excellence, with many graduates going on to attend top universities, including Brigham Young University-Idaho, Idaho State University, and University of Idaho. The school's curriculum is designed to prepare students for success in a variety of fields, including STEM fields, arts, and humanities, with courses and programs offered in partnership with Idaho National Laboratory, Melaleuca, and other local organizations.

● History

Rigby High School has a rich history, dating back to the early 20th century, with the first graduating class in 1906. The school has undergone several renovations and expansions over the years, including a major renovation in the 1980s, and a new addition in the 2000s, with funding provided by the Idaho State Department of Education, and support from local businesses, such as Simplot, and Potato Growers of Idaho. The school has been accredited by the Northwest Accreditation Commission, and has received recognition for its academic achievements, including awards from the National Association of Secondary School Principals, and the Idaho High School Activities Association. Many notable alumni have graduated from Rigby High School, including Nathan Chen, Sara Evans, and Rulon Gardner, who have gone on to achieve success in their respective fields, including figure skating, country music, and wrestling, with appearances at events such as the Winter Olympics, Grand Ole Opry, and WrestleMania.

● Academics

Rigby High School offers a comprehensive curriculum, with courses in English language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and foreign languages, including Spanish language, French language, and German language. The school also offers a range of elective courses, including art, music, drama, and vocational training, with programs and certifications offered in partnership with Idaho Technical Institute, Eastern Idaho Technical College, and other local institutions. Students have the opportunity to participate in Advanced Placement and honors courses, as well as dual enrollment programs with Brigham Young University-Idaho, and Idaho State University. The school's academic programs are designed to prepare students for success in a variety of fields, including medicine, engineering, law, and business, with many graduates going on to attend top universities, including Harvard University, Stanford University, and Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

● Athletics

Rigby High School has a strong athletic program, with teams competing in the Idaho High School Activities Association, and the High Country Conference. The school offers a range of sports, including football, basketball, baseball, softball, volleyball, and wrestling, with teams competing against other local schools, such as Madison High School (Idaho), Bonneville High School (Idaho), and Skyline High School (Idaho). The school's athletic teams have won several championships, including state championships in football, basketball, and wrestling, with athletes going on to compete at the collegiate level, including NCAA Division I, NCAA Division II, and NAIA. The school's athletic programs are supported by the Rigby High School Athletic Boosters, and the Idaho High School Athletic Directors Association.

● Campus

The Rigby High School campus is located on a 40-acre site in Rigby, Idaho, and features a range of facilities, including classrooms, laboratories, libraries, and athletic facilities, such as the Rigby High School Stadium, and the Rigby High School Gymnasium. The school's campus is also home to the Rigby High School Performing Arts Center, which hosts a range of events, including concerts, plays, and musicals, with performances by local and regional artists, including the Idaho Falls Symphony, and the Idaho Shakespeare Festival. The school's campus is maintained by the Jefferson County Joint School District 251 facilities department, and is supported by the Rigby High School Parent-Teacher Association, and the Idaho Association of School Administrators.

● Student Life

Rigby High School offers a range of extracurricular activities, including clubs, organizations, and service groups, such as the National Honor Society, Key Club, and Future Farmers of America. Students can also participate in music programs, including band, choir, and orchestra, with performances at events such as the Idaho State Music Festival, and the Northwest Music Festival. The school's student government, including the Rigby High School Student Council, and the Idaho Association of Student Councils, provides opportunities for students to develop leadership skills, and participate in community service projects, such as the United Way of Idaho Falls and Bonneville County, and the Idaho Foodbank. The school's student life programs are designed to promote student engagement, and provide opportunities for students to develop new skills, and interests, with support from local organizations, such as the Rigby Chamber of Commerce, and the Idaho Department of Education. Category:High schools in Idaho