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November 12, 2018
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SPOTLIGHT ON INSTRUCTION
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In Mrs. Miesch’s World Religions class, students visited with guest speaker Rabbi Dan Swartz on Oct. 18. Students participated in an hour-long Q&A session with Rabbi Swartz and were able to learn the history behind a Torah he brought in to share with the class. The Torah he shared is over 400 years old and was recovered in Nazi Poland during WWII. In addition to the Torah, he also shared a wooden scroll that was used by Nazi soldiers to catalogue copies of the Torah confiscated from Jewish Synagogues during WWII. The Torah the rabbi shared is in good condition, but can no longer be used in service due to the back of it being blood stained. It is believed that it was stained on purpose by the Nazis so that it would no longer be Kosher and, therefore, unable to be used during services. This presentation gave students an excellent opportunity to learn more about Judaism.
Reporting by Devin Toma
Reporting by Devin Toma
COUNSELORS MEETING WITH JUNIOR STUDENTS
Counselors will be meeting with Juniors November 13 and November 14 through their Government or Economics class. They will be discussing post high school planning including options for after high school, the college selection and application process, and preparing for senior year. This will be followed up with a Junior Parent Night presentation in the RHS Media Center on Wednesday, November 14th at 6:00pm. Parents will also hear information about after school planning and the college process. A Q and A will follow.
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THE RHS FMB VISITS THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN
The 2018 Rochester HS Falcon Marching Band spent the day in Ann Arbor at the University of Michigan. We began with a special tour of “The Big House,” Michigan Stadium, as we went up in the suites, in the Michigan Football locker room, down the tunnel and out on to the field. We then went to the Michigan Marching Band’s rehearsal space and practice field, Revelli Hall and Elbel Field. Thanks to MMB Drum Major Kelly Bertoni & MMB Director Dr. John Pasquale for being such incredibly gracious hosts. We finished the night at Pizza House, where we were joined by current MMB students & FMB alums Sydney Treichel, Lauren Nasiadka & Katie Derkacz and current UM students & FMB alums Erik Williams & Vanessa Karagounis.
THANK YOU PTSA
The Rochester High School PTSA sponsored two staff luncheons on November 5 and November 6! The PTA Council and PTSA/PTA's from all of the Rochester Community Schools sponsored a breakfast at the District Professional Development on Monday, November 5. Rochester High School's PTSA sponsored a Donut MakerSpace for our Building Professional Development on Tuesday, November 6. Thank you PTSA for two awesome events!
MAT2 ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE PROGRAM
Oakland Community College-Southfield Campus is hosting a MAT2 information day on Saturday, November 17th from 10 AM-12:00 PM for parents and students. The address is 22322 Rutland Drive, Southfield, MI, room A201. In this program, students earn their associate’s degree while working and earning a paycheck through their employer. The associate’s degree tuition is paid for by the employer, the student receives a weekly stipend and they are paid a salary while working for the employer throughout the program as well. In addition, the employer guarantees the student a job for at least 2 years after they graduate. More information can be found at https://www.mitalent.org/mat2.
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CHOIR STUDENTS SELECTED FOR REGIONAL HONOR CHOIR
Congratulations to the following Choir students auditioning and being selected to the MSVMA Regional Honor Choir, Mima Higashi, Abigail Kosnik, and Zoe Olsonfor. These students will perform at South Lyon High School on December 1 with the top singers in our region of Michigan. We are extremely proud of their hard work and wish them a wonderful experience at Regional Honor Choir next month!
SENIOR PORTRAIT OPPORTUNITY
Seniors that are interested in being included the 2019 Class composite will have an opportunity to be photographed December 4 here at RHS. We are hoping for 100% participation this year!
If you have not had a senior portrait taken by Prestige, or you have not had a portrait taken, this is your chance! There is no charge for the session. Pre-sale for the composite will be available that day at a $20.00 cost.
Prestige will be here on Tuesday December 4 photographing a classic yearbook shot from 7:30 – 2:30. Signup list is available in the counseling office with Mrs. Garr. Suggested and preferred dress for this formal portrait is a collared shirt (with jacket and tie if you wish) for young men and blouse or sweater for ladies. No revealing tops, tshirts, hoodies or hats.
If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Garr in counseling or Mrs. Huvaere.
If you have not had a senior portrait taken by Prestige, or you have not had a portrait taken, this is your chance! There is no charge for the session. Pre-sale for the composite will be available that day at a $20.00 cost.
Prestige will be here on Tuesday December 4 photographing a classic yearbook shot from 7:30 – 2:30. Signup list is available in the counseling office with Mrs. Garr. Suggested and preferred dress for this formal portrait is a collared shirt (with jacket and tie if you wish) for young men and blouse or sweater for ladies. No revealing tops, tshirts, hoodies or hats.
If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Garr in counseling or Mrs. Huvaere.
U.S. AIR FORCE TECHNICAL SERGEANT VISITS GERMAN CLASS
Technical Sergeant Lisa Schuur, a recruiter from the U.S. Air Force, gave a presentation to German 2 students on Tuesday. In her presentation, TSgt Schuur talked about the importance of language learning and the great need for competent language learners in the U.S. Armed Forces. Students watched a video about career opportunities as a Cryptologic Language Analyst for the Air Force. Afterwards, students had the opportunity to ask questions. Thank you for your visit, Technical Sergeant Schuur!
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FOUNDERS DAY NOMINATIONS NEEDED
Do you know someone who deserves special recognition for their contributions to our students through PTA/PTSA? Tell us all about them!
Each year, the RCS District recognizes and celebrates those who have made meaningful contributions to our students through their involvement in PTA. There are five District-wide awards given to those PTA/PTSA members who have demonstrated significant leadership above and beyond the normal duties of his/her role with PTA. These special awards include: The Distinguished Service Award, The Bright Ideas Award (may be awarded to a group or an individual), John Schultz Leadership Award, Council Member of the Year Award, and Advocacy Award. If you know a PTA/PTSA member who has gone above and beyond, had innovative ideas, has been involved in multiple schools and/or programs, demonstrated outstanding leadership, and/or advocated tirelessly for our students -- we want to know!
Your nomination should include the nominee name, a 350-word maximum write-up as to why they are bring nominated, along with your name and contact information. Complete the nomination form and submit it via email to rhsfday@gmail.com no later than November 16, 2018.
For more information on these special District awards, see the "District Awards" info page. Contact Meghan Murphy (m24msu@gmail.com) or Carolyn Reif (creif6987@gmail.com) with questions.
Each year, the RCS District recognizes and celebrates those who have made meaningful contributions to our students through their involvement in PTA. There are five District-wide awards given to those PTA/PTSA members who have demonstrated significant leadership above and beyond the normal duties of his/her role with PTA. These special awards include: The Distinguished Service Award, The Bright Ideas Award (may be awarded to a group or an individual), John Schultz Leadership Award, Council Member of the Year Award, and Advocacy Award. If you know a PTA/PTSA member who has gone above and beyond, had innovative ideas, has been involved in multiple schools and/or programs, demonstrated outstanding leadership, and/or advocated tirelessly for our students -- we want to know!
Your nomination should include the nominee name, a 350-word maximum write-up as to why they are bring nominated, along with your name and contact information. Complete the nomination form and submit it via email to rhsfday@gmail.com no later than November 16, 2018.
For more information on these special District awards, see the "District Awards" info page. Contact Meghan Murphy (m24msu@gmail.com) or Carolyn Reif (creif6987@gmail.com) with questions.
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MEETING DATES
PTSA Meetings are held in the Staff Lounge at 7:00 (unless otherwise noted) on the following dates:
January 9 (9:30 a.m.), March 27, and May 8
Athletic Booster Meetings are held in the Media Center at 6:00 on the following dates:
November 12, December 10, January 14, February 11, March 11, April 8, May 13, June 10
Senior All Night Party Meetings are held in the Media Center at 7:00 on the following dates:
November 12
January 9 (9:30 a.m.), March 27, and May 8
Athletic Booster Meetings are held in the Media Center at 6:00 on the following dates:
November 12, December 10, January 14, February 11, March 11, April 8, May 13, June 10
Senior All Night Party Meetings are held in the Media Center at 7:00 on the following dates:
November 12
RHS SPORTS
WINTER SPORT TRYOUT INFORMATION
Girls Basketball Tryouts
Wrestling Tryouts
Boys Swim Tryouts
Boys and Girls Ski- For information on practice start dates please contact head coach Susan Mackens, smackens2980@wowway.com
Wrestling Tryouts
Boys Swim Tryouts
Boys and Girls Ski- For information on practice start dates please contact head coach Susan Mackens, smackens2980@wowway.com
ATHLETICS SIGNING DAY
National Signing Day is November 14. The Rochester High Ceremony will take place on November 14 at 12:00 pm in the Rochester Mall. Please contact Mr. Allen with any questions.
BOYS TENNIS CAPS BANNER SEASON AT STATE FINALS
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The 2018 season for the Rochester boy’s tennis team was one for the ages. The boys started the season by winning their own Falcon Invite defeating Fraser, Utica Eisenhower and Grosse Ile. The team then proceeded to beat cross town rivals Stoney Creek and Adams to earn city bragging rights and then capped off the OAA season with a league championship on home soil. Heading into Regionals the boys and coaches had high hopes and translated their momentum into a state qualifying effort. The boys then headed to Midland and won 4 matches on the day earning a 15th overall team finish.Congratulations to the boys and coaches on a banner year!
GIRLS SWIM WINS OAA WHITE LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP
The Rochester High School Girls Swim and Dive Team put in an outstanding performance at the White Division League Meet held on October 31st and November 2nd at Lake Orion High School. This was a true team effort as the girls swam personal/seasonal best times that propelled RHS to the top.
Some highlights from the meet include top 16 finishes from Grace Agius, Mikayla Agius, Claire Bejin, Kendall Evans, Shannon Gielow, Paige Gordon, Rhea Gupta, Sanya Gupta, Savannah Gurley, Jessica Hrynkiw, Julia Hrynkiw, Britney Kim, Rachel Kim, Sophie Smythe, Victoria Thor, Abby VeCasey and Elise VeCasey.
Victoria Thor had two first place finishes in the 200 Free and the 500 Free and set a new White Division League record in the 200 Free.
Seniors Britney Kim and Victoria Thor were awarded All-League Honors and Victoria Thor was named Senior Swimmer of the Meet.
The relay teams also performed very well. Our 200 Free Relay (S. Smythe, B. Kim, Je. Hrynkiw, V. Thor) and 400 Free Relay (B. Kim, R. Kim, S. Smythe, V. Thor) teams both qualified for the State Meet (Nov. 16 &17 at EMU). Two of our divers, Abby VeCasey and Elise VeCasey, placed in the top six and qualified for the State Regional Dive Meet.
The RHS Girls Swim and Dive Team is coached by Paul Karas, who also received the well deserved honor of Coach of the Year at the meet.
Some highlights from the meet include top 16 finishes from Grace Agius, Mikayla Agius, Claire Bejin, Kendall Evans, Shannon Gielow, Paige Gordon, Rhea Gupta, Sanya Gupta, Savannah Gurley, Jessica Hrynkiw, Julia Hrynkiw, Britney Kim, Rachel Kim, Sophie Smythe, Victoria Thor, Abby VeCasey and Elise VeCasey.
Victoria Thor had two first place finishes in the 200 Free and the 500 Free and set a new White Division League record in the 200 Free.
Seniors Britney Kim and Victoria Thor were awarded All-League Honors and Victoria Thor was named Senior Swimmer of the Meet.
The relay teams also performed very well. Our 200 Free Relay (S. Smythe, B. Kim, Je. Hrynkiw, V. Thor) and 400 Free Relay (B. Kim, R. Kim, S. Smythe, V. Thor) teams both qualified for the State Meet (Nov. 16 &17 at EMU). Two of our divers, Abby VeCasey and Elise VeCasey, placed in the top six and qualified for the State Regional Dive Meet.
The RHS Girls Swim and Dive Team is coached by Paul Karas, who also received the well deserved honor of Coach of the Year at the meet.
ELIZABETH BULAT FINISHES STRONG AT STATE CROSS COUNTRY FINALS
Congratulations to Elizabeth Bulat on her 37th (out of 236) place finish at the Division 1 MHSAA state finals. Liz ran a personal best (18:16) the week before at the regional event and finished 5th which qualified her for the state finals. Nice job Liz!
SAVANNAH HAQUE FINISHES TOP 10 AT GIRLS GOLF STATE FINALS
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Congratulations to Savannah Haque on her 9th place finish at the MHSAA Division 1 girls golf state finals. Savannah shot a two day total of 160 in sloppy and tough weather conditions.
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EQUIPMENT ~ UNIFORMS ~ FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS ~ FIELD MAINTENANCE ~ MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
TEAM EVALUATION SOFTWARE ~ ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIPS ~ SOUND IMPROVEMENTS
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