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For the Week of 11/30/2020
Happy Thanksgiving Falcons! 
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RCS COVID-19 Update
Dear RCS Families,
With COVID-19 cases spreading quickly across Michigan and more specifically, Oakland County, we have made the decision to continue serving children in a remote learning environment through Friday, Jan. 15, 2021. As a reminder, there will be no school for students on Jan. 18 and 19.
On Nov. 4, we indicated that our transition to remote learning would be evaluated by Nov. 27. However, as the holidays approach, we recognize the increased need for families to arrange schedules and plan ahead, so we have thoughtfully condensed our timeline.
Although we cannot predict the future, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), and the Oakland County Health Division (OCHD) indicate that traditional gatherings over the holidays can increase the chances of getting or spreading COVID-19. By the Jan. 15 timeframe, holiday gatherings should have subsided, and we are optimistic that we will see a downward trend in the numbers. Jan. 15 also marks the end of the first semester for our secondary students.
We will continue to evaluate our teaching and learning options and communicate updates as they become available. Student and staff safety will remain our priority.
For tips on how to modify family gatherings to limit risks and slow the spread of COVID-19, please go to:
If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to your building administrator or use the Talk to RCS feature on our website at www.rochester.k12.mi.us.
Sincerely,
Dr. Shaner
With COVID-19 cases spreading quickly across Michigan and more specifically, Oakland County, we have made the decision to continue serving children in a remote learning environment through Friday, Jan. 15, 2021. As a reminder, there will be no school for students on Jan. 18 and 19.
On Nov. 4, we indicated that our transition to remote learning would be evaluated by Nov. 27. However, as the holidays approach, we recognize the increased need for families to arrange schedules and plan ahead, so we have thoughtfully condensed our timeline.
Although we cannot predict the future, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), and the Oakland County Health Division (OCHD) indicate that traditional gatherings over the holidays can increase the chances of getting or spreading COVID-19. By the Jan. 15 timeframe, holiday gatherings should have subsided, and we are optimistic that we will see a downward trend in the numbers. Jan. 15 also marks the end of the first semester for our secondary students.
We will continue to evaluate our teaching and learning options and communicate updates as they become available. Student and staff safety will remain our priority.
For tips on how to modify family gatherings to limit risks and slow the spread of COVID-19, please go to:
- Oakland County Celebrations / Holiday Safety
- MDHHS Tips for Holiday Gatherings
- CDC Holiday Celebrations and Small Gatherings
If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to your building administrator or use the Talk to RCS feature on our website at www.rochester.k12.mi.us.
Sincerely,
Dr. Shaner
Credit by Exam
Rochester Community Schools, in compliance with Michigan State law, offers an opportunity to earn high school credit by taking an examination for a course that the student has not been enrolled in. This is designed to allow students to test out of a course that the student can show mastery in without taking the course. In general, RCS offers an opportunity to test out of single semester courses in January, and full year courses in May.
Eligible students include current 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th graders who would like to test out of a single semester course.
Please see the information below for details regarding the Winter Exam for Credit. The application will be completed via Google Doc and the link is on the last page of the packet. Applications must be submitted no later than Monday, November 30th.
Eligible students include current 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th graders who would like to test out of a single semester course.
Please see the information below for details regarding the Winter Exam for Credit. The application will be completed via Google Doc and the link is on the last page of the packet. Applications must be submitted no later than Monday, November 30th.
Model UN
On Saturday, November 14th, new members of Rochester High School's Model United Nations Club attended a virtual conference, known as SuperMUN, hosted by Royal Oak High School. Rochester students, accompanied by club adviser Ms. Frisby, were among the roughly 140 delegates from 8 schools participating in this year’s beginner conference.
The SuperMUN conference serves as a learning experience for new members who are guided through the basics of parliamentary procedure in their committees. Students researched their assigned nation’s stance on the topic of ocean conservation in advance of the conference and prepared a short opening speech representing their views. Each committee successfully drafted and negotiated amendments that led to the passage of a resolution related to ocean conservation.
Students also beta-tested a new app, MUNCommand, that will be used for future, larger virtual conferences we will attend this year. The app facilitates sending notes to other delegates, sharing documents, and voting on resolutions or motions in a virtual setting.
Model UN provides opportunities for students to engage with global issues while honing their research, speaking, writing, and negotiating skills, making opportunities like the SuperMUN Conference an ideal place for RHS students to gain valuable experience while having fun!
The SuperMUN conference serves as a learning experience for new members who are guided through the basics of parliamentary procedure in their committees. Students researched their assigned nation’s stance on the topic of ocean conservation in advance of the conference and prepared a short opening speech representing their views. Each committee successfully drafted and negotiated amendments that led to the passage of a resolution related to ocean conservation.
Students also beta-tested a new app, MUNCommand, that will be used for future, larger virtual conferences we will attend this year. The app facilitates sending notes to other delegates, sharing documents, and voting on resolutions or motions in a virtual setting.
Model UN provides opportunities for students to engage with global issues while honing their research, speaking, writing, and negotiating skills, making opportunities like the SuperMUN Conference an ideal place for RHS students to gain valuable experience while having fun!
Way to go STUGO!!
Congratulations StuGo for collecting 9 pallets of food and 7,000 cans this week! It really shows the amount of planning and hard work that went into their can drive. Amazing job Falcons!
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20 Days 20 Deals at the Falcons Nest!
The Joy of Giving
Congrats Sophia!
OSTC Update
Dear OSTC-NE Parents and Guardians,
As we continue progressing through this semester, I wish you the best during the upcoming Holiday Season, hoping you are able to rest, relax, and enjoy your families as much as possible and as safely as possible. I also want to emphasize that our staff will continue working hard to provide the best possible experience for students under our current conditions. It has been determined that OSTC will remain virtual until January 15, 2021, which is the end of our first semester. It goes without saying how disappointed we all are that you have yet to experience the full OSTC in-person experience this school year. Our staff does an amazing job working with our students here in the building and we look forward to the day when that work can continue.
Regarding current grades and classwork moving forward, our instructors are doing everything they can to help your students be successful. Having said that please be sure your child continues to do his/her part in order to find success:
Paul Galbenski, Dean
Oakland Schools Technical Campus Northeast
Explore. Experience. Excel.
www.OSTConline.com
As we continue progressing through this semester, I wish you the best during the upcoming Holiday Season, hoping you are able to rest, relax, and enjoy your families as much as possible and as safely as possible. I also want to emphasize that our staff will continue working hard to provide the best possible experience for students under our current conditions. It has been determined that OSTC will remain virtual until January 15, 2021, which is the end of our first semester. It goes without saying how disappointed we all are that you have yet to experience the full OSTC in-person experience this school year. Our staff does an amazing job working with our students here in the building and we look forward to the day when that work can continue.
Regarding current grades and classwork moving forward, our instructors are doing everything they can to help your students be successful. Having said that please be sure your child continues to do his/her part in order to find success:
- Please remind your students of the importance of regular attendance during the live lessons. Office hours remain available and your child should know how to access office hours if needed.
- Please remind your students to actively participate, turn on their camera during Zoom sessions, and ask questions – all strategies that enhance learning!
- View MiSTAR grades periodically. While teachers should reach out with concerns, the more informed you keep yourself the better. If you are still unaware of how to login to MiSTAR via Parent Portal, please contact Michelle Franklin Michelle.Franklin@oakland.k12.mi.us
- Below is a link to our staff contacts/emails – reach out as necessary. Please remember we have Social Worker/Student Support Specialist (Mallori Fogler), Social Worker/Student Support Specialist (Rachel Dupuis), Counselor (Randy Maddock), and Special Populations Consultant (Michelle Quarton) available to assist you with various matters; their emails are included on the staff directory link:
- When possible, check in with your student to be sure they are keeping up with their work and connecting with his or her instructor for additional help as necessary.
Paul Galbenski, Dean
Oakland Schools Technical Campus Northeast
Explore. Experience. Excel.
www.OSTConline.com
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Congrats John!
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Congratulations to Rochester HS Band senior John Flater on being selected to be a member of the 2021 MSBOA All-State Band on clarinet! |
Falcon Band Food Truck
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Your Rochester Falcon Band is having a food truck lunch fundraiser THIS Saturday 11/28, from 11am-2pm in the NE Rochester High School parking lot featuring Nom Nom Ninja and serving hibachi style wraps made with steak, pulled pork or chicken. These are sooo yummy!
Please join us! 
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Attention Seniors!
Its not too late Seniors! Be sure to order your cap and gown ASAP!
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Battle of the Books
Food Service
Curbside meal pickup will be provided on Wednesdays starting on October 14 for registered participants. (Meal distributions are no longer on Tuesday and Thursday due to the RCS transition to in-person instruction.)
Meals may be picked up on Wednesdays between 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the main entrance off Walton Blvd. Only one registration is needed per family, regardless of enrollment in RCS in-person learning or the RCS Virtual Campus. Meals are distributed in three- and five-day increments of breakfast and lunch.
Students enrolled in the RCS Virtual Campus will receive five days of meals (breakfast and lunch) on Wednesdays. Students enrolled in in-person/remote learning will receive three days of meals (breakfast and lunch) on Wednesdays. Reminder: free breakfast and lunch will be available to students in our cafeterias during the two weekly in-person instruction days. An updated food service registration is required to participate in curbside meals. **Please confirm your interest in food service using this updated form, even if you previously registered. You will receive a confirmation from this system after completing the registration and meal distribution will begin on Oct. 14. The registration link can be found here: https://forms.gle/2PX8j8e1DEdm4XVu8
To view the in-person menus available at no charge in our school cafeterias, click here: http://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/pages/375/breakfast-lunch-menus. At this time, no sign-up is required for cafeteria food service. All students may take a grab-and-go breakfast or lunch. A la carte sales, including beverages, are suspended at all schools until further notice. Enhanced Chartwells food service with hot meals and additional selections will begin in the near future. Updates will be communicated.
If there are specific dietary questions or concerns, please contact the food services office by calling 248-726-4618 or emailing focfoodservice@rochester.k12.mi.us. Thank you for your continued support.
Free and Reduced Lunches
We are encouraging families to fill out the online free and reduced meal application for the 2020-21 school year, especially if there have been changes in your household (additional family members, reduction of employment)
Applications are accepted throughout the year. Only one application is needed per family and all information is confidential.
If you have already applied for this year, you do not need to resubmit an application.
This program also connects families to additional community resources including:
For translated applications: https://www.fns.usda.gov/cn/translated-applications
Thank you,
Food Services
Applications are accepted throughout the year. Only one application is needed per family and all information is confidential.
If you have already applied for this year, you do not need to resubmit an application.
This program also connects families to additional community resources including:
- Blessings In a Backpack
- Neighborhood House
- Before and After School Child Care
- RAYA (Rochester Area Youth Assistance)
- Reduced fees for Project Graduation, Summer Learning Program (Elementary and Secondary), AP and ACT Testing,
- School Clubs and Activity Fees
- Athletics
- Seniors: Senior Breakfast tickets, Senior All Night Party tickets, and Reduced Cap and Gown Fees
For translated applications: https://www.fns.usda.gov/cn/translated-applications
Thank you,
Food Services
Family Technology Support
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The Family Technology Support website is a resource designed to help RCS families with the technology students are using as part of their learning. It contains video tutorials, quick start guides, and answers to frequently asked questions, and includes a Chromebook section for basic tools and accessibility features found on district-issued Chromebooks.
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ParentVUE and StudentVUE Logins
Parents can obtain login information via ParentVUE for their students in all grades and programs. Please note that students in grades 6-12 are able to change their own passwords and ParentVUE will only display the initial password.
Parents can visit the Remote Learning @ RCS page (https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/pages/156551/remote-learning-rcs) for more details.
Parents can visit the Remote Learning @ RCS page (https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/pages/156551/remote-learning-rcs) for more details.
- ParentVUE (web browser) - go to Student Info.
- ParentVUE (app) - go to Student Info > Additional Information.
- If a student needs a password reset, you can use our support form. It is the first item under the Contact Us grid in the link above.
- If you are still having trouble logging in, please email rcsvuehelp@rochester.k12.mi.us
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Please remember, we are here for you! If you have questions, feel free to reach out to us. If you have a general question contact the main office at 248-726-5400. If we are not available please leave a message or email us at RHS@rochester.k12.mi.us and we will get back to you. If you need to speak to your counselor, send them an email and they will be in touch with you as soon as they can.
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The Latest in RHS SportsClick to view the RHS spring sports schedule.
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Congratulations OAA Players!
Congratulations Coach Vernon!
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Congratulations to Erik Vernon on being named the OAA Blue coach of the year for football! Additionally Coach Vernon was named regional coach of the year by the Michigan High School Football Coaches Association. The Falcons went 6-0 winning the OAA Blue this fall before falling in the state playoffs. The Falcons undefeated regular season was the first since 1993. Congratulations again to the entire team, coaching staff and Coach Vernon!
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Boys Swim & Dive
Any boys interested in joining the Swim and Dive team should email head coach Aaron Helander at aaron.helander1@gmail.com. Currently the season is paused through December 8th. More information will be posted if the season starts back up after December 8th.
Rochester Athletic Booster Club Meetings
Booster club meetings will be held on Mondays at 6pm on the following days:
December 14, 2020, January 11, 2021, February 8, 2021, March 8, 2021, April 12, 2021, May 10, 2021, & June 14, 2021.
Rochester Athletic Booster Club supports our Falcon athletes, teams and coaches. Boosters has provided over $25,000 in financial assistance to teams just last year! We had to cancel our only fundraiser in March due to Covid and membership is very low so far this year. This loss of funding will not only impact the 20-21 seasons but the 21-22 seasons as well. Your membership will help ensure that we have the necessary funds to support our Falcons. Please consider becoming a Booster member or giving a tax-deductible donation. Thank you!
December 14, 2020, January 11, 2021, February 8, 2021, March 8, 2021, April 12, 2021, May 10, 2021, & June 14, 2021.
Rochester Athletic Booster Club supports our Falcon athletes, teams and coaches. Boosters has provided over $25,000 in financial assistance to teams just last year! We had to cancel our only fundraiser in March due to Covid and membership is very low so far this year. This loss of funding will not only impact the 20-21 seasons but the 21-22 seasons as well. Your membership will help ensure that we have the necessary funds to support our Falcons. Please consider becoming a Booster member or giving a tax-deductible donation. Thank you!
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