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March 11, 2019
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SPOTLIGHT ON INSTRUCTION
In Mr. Miesch’s Mythology students had the opportunity to learn the creation stories of different cultures. The students were put into five groups, and each group was assigned a different culture. Some of the cultures included were the Scandinavians, Japanese, Polynesians, and Native Americans. Each student had a different role. One student had to take the role as narrator, while the rest of the group had to act out what was being said with the help of costumes and props. After every group presented, the class had a discussion about how each presentation used similar elements. The main purpose of the lesson was to showcase how each culture has similarities regardless of when they began.
Reporting by Devin Toma
Reporting by Devin Toma
8TH GRADE PARENT NIGHT
SECOND ANNUAL FALCON FRIENDSHIP BASKETBALL GAME
The 2nd Annual Friendship Basketball Game took place on Monday, March 4th. It was a very memorable and fun night. Thanks to RHS Students who organized this event; Senior – Elizabeth Bulat and Junior- Alicia Perkins . The event was a huge success. Everyone had a blast watching the very competitive game that went into overtime. A special thank you to all the volunteers who helped to make the event so special.
KEY CLUB FEEDS THE HUNGRY
Over 100 Key Club students took part in a Kids Against Hunger food packaging event. This was a large task that we were proud to be a part of. Key Club paid $2,000 to purchase the food to package. This money was raised through a portion of membership dues over the years. For set up, Mrs. Oppat’s 5th hour Health class and Mr. Fox’s 6th hour PE class were a huge help. Then after school, over 100 Key Club students were ready to work. After hairnets and gloves, an assembly line was created. After about 45 minutes, we had successfully packaged 6,912 meals. The meals will be taken by military to Yemen, Haiti and also a portion kept locally for need. Way to go Key Clubbers! Many hands make light work!
MODEL UN CONFERENCE
Rochester High School’s Model UN team attended the Bloomfield Hills High School and Oakland University Model United Nations conferences over the past two weekends. They were able to discuss global issues, collaborate with students from other schools, debate, and represent their country’s position in committee. They all did an outstanding job!! Vamsi Bidthanpally received an award for ‘Honorable Delegate’ in his committee at the Bloomfield Hills MUN, congratulations!
HOSA THANKS TIM HORTONS ON CROOKS
The Rochester High School HOSA Team would like to send a special thank you to the owners of the Tim Hortons on Crooks for donating 5 dozen donuts to sell at social break! All proceeds from the donut sales were donated to Rochester’s Charity Week Charity, Shelter Box. Thank you Tim Hortons for your generosity, supporting HOSA, and allowing us to in turn support Shelter Box.
ROTARY YOUTH LEADERSHIP AWARDS
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) is a long standing Rotary program offering High School Youth the opportunity for expanded leadership development. The primary focus is 9th-11th grade students because they still have at least one year of High School remaining. If interested, please contact Mrs. Messing.
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HOST FAMILY NEEDED
Are you interested in being a host family next year for a female student from Spain? It is a wonderful opportunity to make global connections and form friendships that last a lifetime. If you are interested, please contact Beth East at beast@rochester.k12.mi.us. I am friend of Camila’s family, and am trying to help the agency ITEA place her in a Rochester home for next school year (September). Please read a little about Camila below.
My name is Camila Rojas and I’m 15 years old. I love being with my family and friends, and meeting all kinds of new people. I love to play sports, such as skiing, sailing and gymnastics. I have two cats and adore all animals. In my free time, I usually play the guitar and listen to music. I have a passion for music and theatre. I’m very interested in being exposed to new cultures and learning from them.
My name is Camila Rojas and I’m 15 years old. I love being with my family and friends, and meeting all kinds of new people. I love to play sports, such as skiing, sailing and gymnastics. I have two cats and adore all animals. In my free time, I usually play the guitar and listen to music. I have a passion for music and theatre. I’m very interested in being exposed to new cultures and learning from them.
RCS CARING STEPS OPEN HOUSE
NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP FINALISTS
Congratulations to our 2019 National Merit Scholar Semi-Finalists! This year, RHS is proud to announce our five National Merit Scholarship Program Semifinalists: Rhea Gupta, Udit Kumar, Pranav Rajaram, Rami Sbahi, and Shweta Suri.
AUTHORS IN APRIL STUDENT PRESENTERS NEEDED
Rochester High School's Kat Sutherland will be featured on the cover of the Authors in April invitation this year!
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Authors in April is once again looking for students interested in introducing one of this year’s authors at the annual Authors in April Banquet. Student introducers have the opportunity to meet the author, gain public speaking experience, and enjoy an inspiring evening. Go to www.authorsinapril.org or click here.
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RHS STUDENTS VOLUNTEER FOR BLESSINGS IN A BACKPACK
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RHS students and family members along with Mrs. Cosentino and Mrs. Cox volunteered at packaging up food for Blessings in a Backpack. This organization provides food on the weekends for students across America who might otherwise go hungry, including our school district. This group meet at The First Congressional Church on Wednesday evening and spent an hour organizing, packaging, cleaning up and then recycling all the boxes. It was time well spent and everyone was happy to help out.
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NHS APPLICATIONS ARE NOW AVAILABLE
The Rochester High School NHS Chapter will be accepting applications for the 2019-2020 school year beginning March 1st and will be due by April 8, 2019. Applications are available to current 10th and 11th graders with a GPA of 3.5 or higher, membership in school activities and involvement in the community. If your child meets this criteria, please encourage them to apply today online. Please click here for a link to the application.
THE PRESIDENT'S VOLUNTEER SERVICE AWARD
Congratulations to Ava Harding for winning the President's Volunteer Service Award. This award recognizes Americans of all ages who have volunteered significant amounts of their time to service their communities and their country.
OTEC INFORMATION NIGHTS
PAC - IEP ADVOCACY PRESENTATION
HOMETOWN HUSTLE
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TALK SAVES LIVES PRESENTATION
TRI-HIGH SCIENCE FAIR
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ANNOUNCING HOMETOWN HOOPS
Come on out for this inaugural event in support of Paint a Miracle and Dutton Farm, two local charities serving the special needs community. The event on Friday, March 15, 2019, features two exhibition basketball games between the Stoney Creek High School Cougars and the RARA ALL STARS, players from the Rochester-Avon Recreation Authority adaptive leagues. Our very own Rochester Varsity Dance Team will perform at halftime! Basketball fans, supporters, and community members of all ages are invited to watch the games at The Garth Pleasant Arena on the campus of Rochester College. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and games will be played at 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $10. See attached for more details. Questions? Contact Meghan Murphy at m24msu@gmail.com.
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DONATE YOUR RECYCLEBANK POINTS TO RHS
MEETING DATES
PTSA Meetings are held in the Media Center at 7:00 (unless otherwise noted) on the following dates:
March 27, and May 8
Athletic Booster Meetings are held in the Media Center at 6:00 on the following dates:
March 11, April 8, May 13, June 10
Senior All Nigh Party Meetings are held in the Media Center at 7:00 on the following dates:
March 11
March 27, and May 8
Athletic Booster Meetings are held in the Media Center at 6:00 on the following dates:
March 11, April 8, May 13, June 10
Senior All Nigh Party Meetings are held in the Media Center at 7:00 on the following dates:
March 11
RHS SPORTS
PLEASE VISIT THE ATHLETIC WEBSITE FOR SPRING TRYOUT INFORMATION
CONGRATS ROCHESTER UNITED HOCKEY
Rochester United hockey has made it to the state semi-finals! Congratulations to RU Hockey!
KAVAN TROY - STATE CHAMPION
Kavan Troy is the Division 1 MHSAA State Champion at 103 pounds!! Congrats Kavan!! He finishes the season with a record of 50-0!!
RHS SWIMMERS TO STATE FINALS
Good luck to the Medley Relay of Jack VanHowe, Isaac Steenson, Spencer English, John Flater and Ian Green as they compete at the state swim finals in Holland. Additional good luck to divers Shawn Suttie and Devin Losh competing this weekend.
JOIN THE ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB
You are invited to become part of the Falcon legacy and join the Rochester Athletic Booster Club. We are open to all adult community members and our primary goals are to support all Rochester High School Athletes and their sports programs. The Athletic Boosters Club raises most of its money through booster memberships, concession stand sales, social events and the Falcon Gala. Your support is important to us and we appreciate your membership.
Please complete the form below or visit the website at https://rhsfalcons.com/how-to-become-a-member/membership-form/
Rochester Athletic Booster are Making a Difference ‐ Over $160,000 awarded in the last 5 years!
EQUIPMENT ~ UNIFORMS ~ FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS ~ FIELD MAINTENANCE ~ MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
TEAM EVALUATION SOFTWARE ~ ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIPS ~ SOUND IMPROVEMENTS
Please complete the form below or visit the website at https://rhsfalcons.com/how-to-become-a-member/membership-form/
Rochester Athletic Booster are Making a Difference ‐ Over $160,000 awarded in the last 5 years!
EQUIPMENT ~ UNIFORMS ~ FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS ~ FIELD MAINTENANCE ~ MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
TEAM EVALUATION SOFTWARE ~ ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIPS ~ SOUND IMPROVEMENTS
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