
The PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) is a practice test for the SAT that also serves as a qualifying test for the National Merit Scholarship Program. It is a standardized digital test that students in grades 10 and 11 can take annually in October.
The PSAT will be given at Southwest on Tuesday, October 7th. If you would like to sign up to take the PSAT, there are 65 spots available. These spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis, with juniors receiving priority and sophomores filling any remaining spots in the order of registration.
If you are interested in taking the PSAT/NMSQT, students can register using this link: https://forms.gle/CVgDNb2Ak3Xohgsh9
The PSAT will be given at Southwest on Tuesday, October 7th. If you would like to sign up to take the PSAT, there are 65 spots available. These spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis, with juniors receiving priority and sophomores filling any remaining spots in the order of registration.
If you are interested in taking the PSAT/NMSQT, students can register using this link: https://forms.gle/CVgDNb2Ak3Xohgsh9


Infinite Campus Student Portals for grades 3-12 have been activated. If Students need directions, please click here: https://5il.co/3pbw3
Parent Portal coming soon!
Parent Portal coming soon!


Attention Employers!
Want to connect with motivated high school students who are eager to explore careers in your field?
WorkReady Randolph, a new initiative from the Randolph County School System, partners local businesses with students for hands-on, work-based learning experiences. This program equips students with valuable job skills while giving employers the opportunity to shape and inspire the next generation of the workforce.
By participating, you’ll help build homegrown talent that leads to homegrown success—strengthening both your business and our community.
Interested in learning more? Simply scan the QR code to complete a short form and get started today!
Want to connect with motivated high school students who are eager to explore careers in your field?
WorkReady Randolph, a new initiative from the Randolph County School System, partners local businesses with students for hands-on, work-based learning experiences. This program equips students with valuable job skills while giving employers the opportunity to shape and inspire the next generation of the workforce.
By participating, you’ll help build homegrown talent that leads to homegrown success—strengthening both your business and our community.
Interested in learning more? Simply scan the QR code to complete a short form and get started today!


Class of 2026 Graduation Dates and Times


We hope to see you at Friday's game as we induct this year's SWR Athletics Hall of Fame class!


Attention parents, students, and families of the RCSS - please see the "Offer Versus Serve" flyer to learn more about the options your child(ren) have at lunch each day.


SENIORS!!!!!!!! Mark your calendars!


RCSS will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2025 for the Labor Holiday


Recognized at last night's Board of Education meeting:
2025 RCSS National Beta Winners:
Read more about it here: https://5il.co/3o5b9
2025 RCSS National Beta Winners:
Read more about it here: https://5il.co/3o5b9


ATTENTION STUDENTS!!! Check out this important information regarding parking for the 2025-2026 school year!!



CONGRATS TO OUR WINNER, MISSY BLACKMON!
The ultimate prize pack just got more ultimate-er!!!!!!!!
Just added: 2 tickets to Carolina Panthers vs New Orleans Saints!!!!!!!!
Tickets are still just $5 or 5 for $20!!!!



SWR folks and those connected to SWR folks, please help me get the word out!
This year we are SO excited to raffle off an ULTIMATE SWRHS PRIZE PACK filled to the brim with all sorts of goodies and necessities valued at over $900!!!!!!!!
Tickets are only $5 or 5/$20.
This pack includes:
-An all access athletics pass giving 1 free admission to ALL regular season home athletic contests (Did y'all know prices for football went to $10 this year and $8 for everything else?!).
-A free yearbook
-A free parking pass
-A free ticket to the Spring Musical
- A free prom ticket
- AND SO MUCH MORE!! Y'all! This pack is a game changer! You NEED it in your life.
You can purchase tickets at SWRHS during Open House on the 19th or in the Main Office. Cash or checks only, please.
The drawing will be held and the winner annouced on Friday August 29!!


Open House is only 11 days away!!
Check out this post to make the most out of your visit to SWRHS on Tuesday, August 19th from 5-7 pm.
We can't wait to see you!!
Check out this post to make the most out of your visit to SWRHS on Tuesday, August 19th from 5-7 pm.
We can't wait to see you!!










Congrats to these Cougars who accepted apprenticeship positions through Apprenticeship Randolph.
Ian Ormond-Energizer
Charles Morris-Mohawk
Trevor Hussey-Post
Owen Maness-Sapona
We are so proud of you! 👏





📣 SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!!!
We are hosting a mini job fair at SWRHS 8/7 1-3pm. You are invited and we can't wait to meet you!
We are hosting a mini job fair at SWRHS 8/7 1-3pm. You are invited and we can't wait to meet you!


Several RCSS high school students left this morning for a week long State Leadership conference at the NC FFA Center at White Lake.


Back to School Bus Driver Information - SWRHS Location
Back to school bus coordinator meetings will occur at the same locations and dates above. Those meeting times will be 8:15am-9:30am.


RCSS Bus Transportation Deadline Information!


Meet our new Principal!!
SWR families and community members are invited to the SWRHS Commons on Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 6pm to meet Mr. Lanier and welcome him to SWRHS.
This event will immediately follow the SWRHS Fall Sports Parent Meeting.


Mark your calendar for our Open House events!
Click this link to see individual Open House times:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1R0ChxiR3aMOmf0KVHllIQ4KCiAxJ_mT0wyW42LhJEDI/edit?usp=sharing
Click this link to see individual Open House times:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1R0ChxiR3aMOmf0KVHllIQ4KCiAxJ_mT0wyW42LhJEDI/edit?usp=sharing
