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November 5, 2018
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NO SCHOOL NOVEMBER 5 & 6
There is no school for students on November 5 & 6 due to Professional Development and Teacher Record Days.
SPOTLIGHT ON INSTRUCTION
On October 22, therapy dogs and their owners visited Mrs. Dodge’s class during fourth hour. Mrs. Dodge teaches a variety of classes, such as language arts, math, and daily living skills, for students with cognitive impairments at Rochester High School. Most students and peer mentors alike enjoyed the monthly visit with the trained therapy dogs. While students are encouraged to pet the dogs, it is ultimately up to the students to decide how much they would like to interact. These routine visits have resulted in some students who were initially shy becoming more comfortable with the dogs. Overall, therapy dog day was a nice break and gave students some time to relax and pet some really cute dogs!
Reporting by Violet Resh
Reporting by Violet Resh
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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.
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.
COLLAGE CONCERT
On Wednesday, October 24, the Rochester HS Bands & Choirs held the 37th annual Collage Concert. Performing ensembles were the Concert Choir, Concert Band, Women’s Chorale, Symphony Band, Chamber Choir, Wind Ensemble, and Falcon Marching Band. Dr. George Stoffan, Oakland University Clarinet Professor, was also featured on the concert, as he performed “Concertino” by C.M. Weber with the Wind Ensemble. Jerry Lee Lewis (disguised as David A. Uhrig) also made a surprise performance of “Great Balls of Fire” with the Falcon Marching Band. Congratulations to all of the incredible music students of Rochester High School on an outstanding performance!
THANK YOU PTSA
Thank you PTSA for sponsoring a Fall Teacher Appreciation Luncheon! The theme was Michigan vs. Michigan State and teachers were able to enjoy a relaxing lunch in the RHS Auditorium Lobby. PTSA donated, prepared, and served the food for staff to enjoy and show their green or blue support!
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!
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!
SOPHOMORES VISIT WAYNE STATE
Counselors took 33 sophomores to Wayne State University on 10/25 to have a college-going experience. They met with Wayne’s admission’s representative, Mr. Nick Doyle, and toured the campus with Wayne State students. They were able to sit in a lecture hall and finished with lunch in the student center. The students and counselors enjoyed the sunshine and had a great experience. Rochester High students are college bound!
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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:
November 7, 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
November 7, 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
Boys Basketball Tryouts
Competitive Cheer Tryouts
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
Competitive Cheer Tryouts
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
ATHLETICS SIGNING DAY
National Signing Day is November 14. To register for the ceremony, please contact Athletic Director Dean Allen by November 9. The event will take place on November 14 at 12:00 pm in the Rochester Mall. Please contact Mr. Allen with any questions.
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!
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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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