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February 11, 2019
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SPOTLIGHT ON INSTRUCTION
In Ms. Sherburn’s English class, students learned how to introduce and cite a quote in academic writing efficiently and correctly by using the “quote sandwich” method. To engage students in the topic, Ms. Sherburn used a clip from the comedy show The Colbert Report, which provided a real-world example of the importance of using correct quote format. Students were given several opportunities to practice the quote sandwich method, using examples from the video, the novel Night, and their independent reading books. Finally, students literally built a sandwich using crackers and cheese to demonstrate their learning. During this activity, students were moving around, having fun and all learning something while they did it.
Reporting by Michael Arsenault
Reporting by Michael Arsenault
UPDATED SCHEDULING FOR 2019-2020
Counselors will be meeting sixth hours with the following grades on the following days:
Current Juniors on February 12:
Mrs. O’Toole Seyka (A-DT) will meet in the Auditorium
Ms. Caggins (DU-G) will meet in A118.
Mr. Green (H-MAR) will meet in the Upper Cafe.
Mrs. Zotos (MAS-SB) will meet in the Mall.
Mrs. Messing Mirabito (SC-Z) will meet in the Stage B.
Current Juniors on February 12:
Mrs. O’Toole Seyka (A-DT) will meet in the Auditorium
Ms. Caggins (DU-G) will meet in A118.
Mr. Green (H-MAR) will meet in the Upper Cafe.
Mrs. Zotos (MAS-SB) will meet in the Mall.
Mrs. Messing Mirabito (SC-Z) will meet in the Stage B.
ATTENDANCE INCENTIVE REMINDER
Dear Parents and Guardians:
The attendance incentive program has been in place for several semesters. As we begin 2nd semester, RHS wanted to remind parents and students that the attendance incentive program resets with the start of the new semester. Attendance data continues to show a decreases in the total number of student absences and tardies as compared to previous semesters and years.
Students may choose to opt out of their semester final exams if they meet the following criteria:
Students must also meet one of the following academic criteria:
The attendance incentive program has been in place for several semesters. As we begin 2nd semester, RHS wanted to remind parents and students that the attendance incentive program resets with the start of the new semester. Attendance data continues to show a decreases in the total number of student absences and tardies as compared to previous semesters and years.
Students may choose to opt out of their semester final exams if they meet the following criteria:
- No more than three absences in any class for a semester
- No semester suspensions
Students must also meet one of the following academic criteria:
- Minimum grade of 77% in a class, OR
- Minimum grade of 65% AND no missing assignments or assessments in the class.
- Students who qualify for the final exam incentive will still have the option of taking the final exam. The grade will be calculated into the semester grade if it improves the final grade. These students will not have their grades lowered if they choose to take the exam.
- The minimum grade criterion (77% in the class, or 65% and no missing assignments) must be fulfilled within five school days prior to the end of the semester or as directed by the teacher.
- Disqualification due to suspension can take place up to and including exam days.
- Absences for school business, such as field trips, RCS athletic absences, or RCS testing, will not count toward the three absences. All other absences are counted the same, with the possible exception of religious holidays.
- Every three tardies equal one absence. (More than 10 minutes missing class = absence.)
- Students can review their absences in StudentVUE. If a student reaches four absences or more in any one class they do not qualify for the incentive in any class.
- Students who are scheduled to take the final exam and do not complete the final exam will receive an E. There is no make-up exam.
DISTRICT REFLECTIONS CELEBRATION
RCS GERMANY TRIP
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DRESS CODE REMINDER
TRI-HIGH SCIENCE FAIR
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NHS MEETING DATE CHANGE FOR FEBRUARY
NHS (National Honor Society) will be holding both their February meetings on Thursday, February 14th at 7:05 AM and 2:35 PM in the Media Center. There will be NO Friday morning meeting on February 15th. This is for February only.
2019 YEARBOOKS
LAST DAY to order a yearbook online is Friday, February 15th. We do not plan to order additional yearbooks to sell at the end of the year. So order NOW!
Click on the web link below to order your yearbook online TODAY!
http://jostensyearbooks.com?ref=A03884300
Don’t be left out. Order now before we sell out!
Questions?
Contact Mrs. Huvaere
jhuvaere@rochester.k12.mi.us
Click on the web link below to order your yearbook online TODAY!
http://jostensyearbooks.com?ref=A03884300
Don’t be left out. Order now before we sell out!
Questions?
Contact Mrs. Huvaere
jhuvaere@rochester.k12.mi.us
2019 FOUNDERS DAY CELEBRATION
SENIOR RECOGNITION ADS
FEDS 201 UPDATE
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SENIORS NEEDING SEVENTH SEMESTER GRADES
Seniors needing to request and send 7th semester grades to colleges and Common App may submit their requests now. Transcripts will be sent the first week of February through our on-line partner Parchment.
SENIOR QUOTES FOR THE YEARBOOK
DREAM DINNERS FUNDRAISER
DONATE YOUR RECYCLEBANK POINTS TO RHS
ANXIETY PRESENTATION
JOIN PTSA
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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:
February 11, 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:
February 11, 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
SIGNING DAY 2019
Congratulations to our four student athletes on signing their letter of intent to play in college. Drake Reid (football), David Robinson (football), Noah Scott (soccer) and Kaitlyn Godwin (soccer). This makes 14 total athletes (10 signed in the fall) who will continue their athletic careers in college.
Drake Reid– Drake has been a 4 year starter on Varsity; and two-way starter on offense and defense; hes a two-time team captain; three-time all-league player; and led his team in receptions and interceptions as a junior and senior. Drake has a 3.8 GPA; was honorable mention academic all-state; and a multi-sport athlete who participates in Basketball and Track & Field; Drake will attend Wayne State University.
David Robinson– David has started 3 years on Varsity as an offensive lineman; was All-league as a senior; currently has a 3.6 GPA; is multi-sport athlete who participates in wrestling & track & field; was an all-league thrower last track season and will attend Sienna Heights in the fall.
Noah Scott– Noah was a three year varsity member of the Falcon soccer team. He started every game his junior and senior year. Over the course of his varsity career he had two goals and 9 assists. He was a key member in back to back district title runs and regional runs in 2016 and 2017. He is a very hard worker, a great teammate, and unselfish on the pitch. Noah will continue his soccer career at Albion college next school year.
Kaitlyn Godwin– Kaitlyn is the second RHS girls soccer player to sign on at the collegiate level and has been a 4 year starter as the goalkeeper. Kaitlyn has had 30 shutouts in net the past 3 seasons and has been awarded all district and all league awards several times. She also served as the captain the past 2 seasons and quoting Coach Dustin “She is an incredible player, but very humble at the same time, a tireless worker always looking to improve her game”.
Drake Reid– Drake has been a 4 year starter on Varsity; and two-way starter on offense and defense; hes a two-time team captain; three-time all-league player; and led his team in receptions and interceptions as a junior and senior. Drake has a 3.8 GPA; was honorable mention academic all-state; and a multi-sport athlete who participates in Basketball and Track & Field; Drake will attend Wayne State University.
David Robinson– David has started 3 years on Varsity as an offensive lineman; was All-league as a senior; currently has a 3.6 GPA; is multi-sport athlete who participates in wrestling & track & field; was an all-league thrower last track season and will attend Sienna Heights in the fall.
Noah Scott– Noah was a three year varsity member of the Falcon soccer team. He started every game his junior and senior year. Over the course of his varsity career he had two goals and 9 assists. He was a key member in back to back district title runs and regional runs in 2016 and 2017. He is a very hard worker, a great teammate, and unselfish on the pitch. Noah will continue his soccer career at Albion college next school year.
Kaitlyn Godwin– Kaitlyn is the second RHS girls soccer player to sign on at the collegiate level and has been a 4 year starter as the goalkeeper. Kaitlyn has had 30 shutouts in net the past 3 seasons and has been awarded all district and all league awards several times. She also served as the captain the past 2 seasons and quoting Coach Dustin “She is an incredible player, but very humble at the same time, a tireless worker always looking to improve her game”.
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WRESTLING FINISHES RUNNER UP AT OBSERVERLAND TOURNAMENT
Congratulations to the Varsity wrestling team on their second place finish at the recent Observerland Tournament held at Churchill High School. Twelve of thirteen wrestlers medalled on the day.
Individual Results: Gerardo Sierra- 4th, Magd Boutany- 3rd, Xan Weick- 2nd, Anthony Piccirrilli- 4th, Aj Morales- 5th, Giorgio Hama- 5th, Brandon Troy- 2nd, Tyler Swenson- 5th, Ian Carroll- 4th, Kavan Troy- 1st
Individual Results: Gerardo Sierra- 4th, Magd Boutany- 3rd, Xan Weick- 2nd, Anthony Piccirrilli- 4th, Aj Morales- 5th, Giorgio Hama- 5th, Brandon Troy- 2nd, Tyler Swenson- 5th, Ian Carroll- 4th, Kavan Troy- 1st
FRIENDS OF THE FALCONS GALA
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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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