News & Announcements

Richmond High School is naming a new leader to help the girls’ varsity basketball team return to the top of the North Central Conference. RHS is pleased to announce the appointment of Gabrielle “Gabby” Smith as the new head coach for the girls’ varsity basketball team, effective August 2, 2024.

Smith brings 7 years of coaching experience to the position, including Rose Hulman Institute of Technology and Indiana State University. She most recently served as the varsity assistant coach at Park Tudor School in Indianapolis.

“We are thrilled to welcome Coach Smith to our athletic program,” said Robert Lee, Athletic Director at Richmond High School. “Coach Smith’s passion for the game and commitment to developing student-athletes both on and off the court makes her an excellent fit for our program.”

As head coach, Smith will be responsible for all aspects of the girls varsity basketball program, including practice planning, game strategy, player development, and fostering a positive team culture.

“I’m honored to join the Red Devil family and lead the girls’ varsity basketball team,” said Coach Smith. “I look forward to working with our talented student-athletes and building a competitive program that emphasizes skill development, teamwork and character.”

Smith holds a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Masters of Science from Indiana State University.

The Red Devil girls’ varsity basketball team will kick off their 2024 season on October 31 with a scrimmage against Tri Jr-Sr High School in the Tiernan Center.

The Richmond Community School District announces the completion of its administration assignments for the 2024/25 school year.

Bridget Hazelbaker has been named the Director of Student Support Services and Communications. Hazelbaker, a 1992 RHS alum, has been with the district since 2010, serving as the Communications and Marketing Coordinator.

Cassie Laudermilk and Carrie Wolfe have been named the Co-Directors of Exceptional Education Learning. Laudermilk has more than 19 years of experience in area schools, including roles in teaching, non-public education consultant and as Principal at the Hibberd Program Building. Wolfe has more than 16 years of experience in education, including roles as an RCS exceptional education teacher, educational diagnostician, Assistant Director of Special Education and Principal of Community Youth Services. Their combined wealth of experience and earned community trust underscores their commitment to advancing exceptional student education learning.

Steven Hensley will replace Cassie Laudermilk as Principal at the Hibberd Program Building. Hensley has more than 7 years of experience in area schools, including roles in teaching and as the Director of the Richmond STEAM Academy.

“This alignment of our administration team emphasizes our district’s dedication to leadership that is both visionary and grounded in a deep understanding of the needs of our students and community,” said RCS Superintendent Dr. Curtis Wright. “We are excited about the future and look forward to the positive impact these talented leaders will have on our district.”

New & Returning Student Registration is now open. All eligible student may register for the upcoming 2024 - 2025 school year. We are excited to welcome all new and returning students for the coming school year.

Richmond Community Schools is pleased to announce the appointment of three assistant superintendents. Elizabeth Markward has been named Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Education, Sam Pritchard will serve as Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Education, and Karen Scalf has been appointed Assistant Superintendent of Operations.

Richmond High School is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert Lee as its new Athletic Director, effective July 1, 2024.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Richmond High School Athletics Office at 765-973-3316.