Week of 9/9/19
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Welcome Rochester High School Staff and Students!
Parent Teacher Conferences
Please note that a schedule change has been made regarding the night of Parent Teacher Conferences. They will now be held on Thursday, October 10th.
New Traffic Flow for Parent and Student Departures
During the construction of Livernois, the traffic pattern for exiting the Rochester High campus has been changed.
Parents: When picking up students, enter and exit from Walton Blvd. through the circle drive.
Students: When exiting Rochester High campus, access to the circle drive exit will be closed. Head towards either of the east exits on Livernois or Walton.
Please note the yellow arrows on the map below.
Parents: When picking up students, enter and exit from Walton Blvd. through the circle drive.
Students: When exiting Rochester High campus, access to the circle drive exit will be closed. Head towards either of the east exits on Livernois or Walton.
Please note the yellow arrows on the map below.
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Livernois Construction Update |
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- On Friday, Aug. 30, RCOC will open the southbound lanes of Livernois Road; however, the new southbound lanes will be used to maintain northbound traffic until the project is complete. The current northbound traffic lanes will then be closed to complete the second phase of the construction.
- The traffic signal at the corner of Livernois and University will be adjusted to assist the traffic flow. Two lanes of traffic are anticipated. One lane will allow northbound Livernois traffic to either proceed straight on Livernois or turn right onto University Drive heading eastbound. There will also be a single left turn lane to allow traffic to head westbound on University Drive.
- The RCOC plans to monitor the traffic flow and will alter the signal timing to help clear the intersection during arrival and dismissal times.
- The safety of our students and staff is always our top priority. Motorists can expect delays during construction. We respectfully ask that you exercise the necessary patience and support to ensure everyone’s protection. Please consider the following tips:
- Plan to arrive earlier at the start of school to avoid long wait periods due to heavier traffic volumes.
- Consider having eligible students use school bus services for the duration of the construction.
- Consider carpooling with friends and neighbors to help reduce traffic in the area.
- Please exercise patience with the anticipated delays and slower traffic, especially during the first few weeks as everyone adjust to the new traffic pattern.
Join us for our Parent Curriculum Night!
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Schedule for Curriculum Night: First Hour 6:30 – 6:45
Second Hour 6:51 – 7:00 Third Hour 7:06 – 7:15 Fourth Hour 7:21 – 7:30 Fifth Hour 7:36 – 7:45 Sixth Hour 7:51 – 8:00 The School store will be open for parents to shop for RHS spirit wear! 10% off selected RHS gear! |
RCS Sinking Fund-Vote Nov 5th!
Attendance Incentive Information
The Attendance Incentive will be the same as the previous year. For the 2019-2020 school year please refer to the following guidelines for attendance:
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:
Points of Clarification:
1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Disqualification due to suspension can take place up to and including exam days.
4. Absences for school business, such as field trips, 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.
5. Every three tardies equal one absence.
6. 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.
7. 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.
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.
Points of Clarification:
1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Disqualification due to suspension can take place up to and including exam days.
4. Absences for school business, such as field trips, 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.
5. Every three tardies equal one absence.
6. 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.
7. 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.
RHS PTSA Meeting Dates
Below are the RHS PTA meeting dates and the location of where they will be held:
9/18 - 7:00 pm–Media Center
11/13 - 2:30–In the Maker Space
1/8 - 7:00–Media Center
3/11 - 7:00–Media Center
5/20 - 7:00–Media Center
9/18 - 7:00 pm–Media Center
11/13 - 2:30–In the Maker Space
1/8 - 7:00–Media Center
3/11 - 7:00–Media Center
5/20 - 7:00–Media Center
RHS Dress Code
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Rochester Community Schools
Rochester Community Schools is pleased to offer the Blessings in a Backpack program to all families who qualify for the Free and Reduced meal program. This "Blessings" program provides a weekend supply of non-perishable food items for each child in the family. The process for signing up for the Blessings in a Backpack program is very easy. Please review the attachment below and return the bottom portion to your child's school office by Friday, September 13, in order to receive a bag the following week.
If you were receiving Blessings in a Backpack during the summer months, you will need to re-enroll by visiting the following link and returning the bottom portion of the form.
If you have not applied for the Free and Reduced meal program, the necessary forms are also attached below or you can access the paperwork from the following link: https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/pages/84958/free-reduced-lunch-application-2019-2020.
Blessings in a Backpack participation letter 2019-20
Free/Reduced Meal Application
Consent to Share 2019-20
Frequently Asked Questions
Rochester Community Schools is pleased to offer the Blessings in a Backpack program to all families who qualify for the Free and Reduced meal program. This "Blessings" program provides a weekend supply of non-perishable food items for each child in the family. The process for signing up for the Blessings in a Backpack program is very easy. Please review the attachment below and return the bottom portion to your child's school office by Friday, September 13, in order to receive a bag the following week.
If you were receiving Blessings in a Backpack during the summer months, you will need to re-enroll by visiting the following link and returning the bottom portion of the form.
If you have not applied for the Free and Reduced meal program, the necessary forms are also attached below or you can access the paperwork from the following link: https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/pages/84958/free-reduced-lunch-application-2019-2020.
Blessings in a Backpack participation letter 2019-20
Free/Reduced Meal Application
Consent to Share 2019-20
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is your student interested in high school robotics?
Join the Rochester High School FIRST Robotics Team (FEDS 201)!
We’re looking for students who are into art, business, engineering, programming and more!
Here’s everything you need to know:
1. The application for the upcoming season is already available here and will close on 9/12.
2. Should your student decide to join the team, a parent is required to attend the mandatory parent orientation on Th, 9/12, RHS Media Center, 7-9 PM. At this meeting, we will cover team requirements, schedule, expectations and collect fees and forms. Please come ready to write checks to Rochester Community Schools for the team fee ($201) and another for team apparel.
3. At our website, on this page, you will find more detailed info about our upcoming season, team bylaws, member handbook, etc.
4. You are welcome to join our remind texts to stay updated on day-to-day team activities by texting to 81010: @feds201. Should your student join the team, joining this text group is required.
Join the Rochester High School FIRST Robotics Team (FEDS 201)!
We’re looking for students who are into art, business, engineering, programming and more!
Here’s everything you need to know:
1. The application for the upcoming season is already available here and will close on 9/12.
2. Should your student decide to join the team, a parent is required to attend the mandatory parent orientation on Th, 9/12, RHS Media Center, 7-9 PM. At this meeting, we will cover team requirements, schedule, expectations and collect fees and forms. Please come ready to write checks to Rochester Community Schools for the team fee ($201) and another for team apparel.
3. At our website, on this page, you will find more detailed info about our upcoming season, team bylaws, member handbook, etc.
4. You are welcome to join our remind texts to stay updated on day-to-day team activities by texting to 81010: @feds201. Should your student join the team, joining this text group is required.
RHS SPORTS
Support our Dance Team!
Come Support the Volleyball Team!
Rochester Booster Club – Agenda
Monday, September 9, 2019
6pm – Media Center
- Welcome and Introductions
- Executive Board Reports
- President – Debbie Jones
- Addition of PR Committee
- Scholarships
- Vice President – Chris Czerwien
- Parent Meeting
- Team Membership Contest
- Addition of Team Parent Representatives
- Secretary – Kerry Conley
- Meeting Minutes Approval
- Treasurer – Scott and Donnell Green
- Review of Budget
- Membership Totals
- Grant Requests
- Dean Allen – Neptune Music -$1200
- Dean Allen – Signage - $1000
- Chris Purgatori, Soccer - Hudl -$1200
- Athletic Director – Dean Allen
- Team Updates
- President – Debbie Jones
- Committee Reports
- Membership – Open position
- Concessions – P Swart
- Increase volunteer per game payment
- Alumni – Ginny Ames
- Fundraising – Debbie Jones
- Gala vs another fundraiser
- Middle School – TBD
- New Business
