October 19, 2015 |
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To the parents of Rochester High School,
We had an exciting week at RHS. The Juniors completed the PSAT test while Seniors, Sophomores, and Freshmen were engaged in large group learning activities. Please scroll down towards the bottom of the page to see pictures of our instructional activities from Wednesday. Thank you to all the parents who showed up to this week's parent teacher conferences. If you did not have a chance to attend conferences, there is still an opportunity next week on October 21st from 3:30pm -6:30pm
Sincerely,
Neil DeLuca
Principal
We had an exciting week at RHS. The Juniors completed the PSAT test while Seniors, Sophomores, and Freshmen were engaged in large group learning activities. Please scroll down towards the bottom of the page to see pictures of our instructional activities from Wednesday. Thank you to all the parents who showed up to this week's parent teacher conferences. If you did not have a chance to attend conferences, there is still an opportunity next week on October 21st from 3:30pm -6:30pm
Sincerely,
Neil DeLuca
Principal
Falcon Marching Band Earns 1st Division Rating
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The 2015 Rochester HS Falcon Marching Band performed at the District XVI Marching Band Festival on Tuesday, October 13, 2015 at L’Anse Creuse HS-North. The FMB received a 1st Division Rating, which is the highest rating a band can receive. Bands are judged in three categories: music, marching, and general effect and the FMB earned Straight 1’s in all three categories. The FMB performed their “Back to the Future” show, which included “The Power of Love,” “Earth Angel,” “Johnny B. Goode” and the theme music from the movies. The FMB is under the student leadership of drum majors Lawrence Latouf, Cameron Page and Audrey Bevacqua and color guard captain Katie Derkacz. Congratulations on an outstanding performance!
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Spotlight on Instruction - Mrs. Smith, Math
Each week we will highlight our exceptional teaching staff. This week’s highlight is of Mrs. Smith, Math Teacher.
Mrs. Smith was reviewing using whiteboards with her Geometry kids. Whiteboards are a great way to review, check for prior knowledge, and check for understanding. Mrs. Smith uses whiteboards in all of her classes. Whether she is solidifying basic concepts or working on developing vocabulary, students enjoy the break from the traditional paper and pencil. Not to mention, students love the friendly competition it brings. Plus, it gives students the opportunity to master a certain skill, and allows other students to help their peers when they are catching on quickly.
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You are Invited!
Rochester High School PTSA would like to invite all parents to attend our November meeting. There is a strong correlation between student success and parental involvement. The Rochester High School PTSA is looking for active members within our organization. We are currently planning for the remainder of the school year
2015-2016 PTSA Meetings (held at Rochester High School)
Wednesday, November 18, 2015
7:00 PM
Wednesday, January 27, 2016
7:00 PM
Wednesday, March 23, 2016
7:00 PM
Wednesday, May 25, 2016
7:00 PM
2015-2016 PTSA Meetings (held at Rochester High School)
Wednesday, November 18, 2015
7:00 PM
Wednesday, January 27, 2016
7:00 PM
Wednesday, March 23, 2016
7:00 PM
Wednesday, May 25, 2016
7:00 PM
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PTSA - Reflections ProgramThe Reflections theme for 2015-16 is Let Your Imagination Fly!
For details contact Rahul Chatterjee mdipannita@yahoo.com or call 248-219-8120 PTSA DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION IS NOVEMBER 16, 2015 @ 8:00AM. |
RCS College Night was a Big Success!
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Rochester Community Schools College Night was held at Adams High School this past Tuesday night on October 13th. Rochester Community School students got a chance to visit over 90 colleges and universities from across the nation. It was a great opportunity for our students to explore the academic and cultural opportunities. Most colleges were represented by an admissions representative who was available to answer questions. College Night is held at once each year, and rotates between Rochester High, Adams High, and Stoney Creek high school. Next year, RCS College Night will be held at Rochester High School. College night is not just for upper classmen, but for students in grades 9-12. See you there!
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RHS Parent Teacher Conferences (Oct. 15th & Oct. 21)
Parent / teacher conferences will be held at RHS on Oct. 15th & Oct. 21st.
Parents can find the attached & embedded layout to help locate the placement of teachers. It might save parents time by having their student print the conference map, their schedule, and their current grades. As another time saver, have your student highlight their teachers on the conference map. The conference map is attached as a PDF and is embedded here, and a student’s schedule and current grades can be accessed through MYRCS.
There are teachers who teach at two buildings during the school day. Those teachers split their time between the two buildings during conferences. The dates when traveling teachers will be in attendance at RHS is located at the bottom of the Teacher Placement Spreadsheet (PDF & embedded). We look forward to see you at conferences.
- Oct. 15th from 5:00pm-8:00pm
- Oct. 21st from 3:30pm-6:30pm
Parents can find the attached & embedded layout to help locate the placement of teachers. It might save parents time by having their student print the conference map, their schedule, and their current grades. As another time saver, have your student highlight their teachers on the conference map. The conference map is attached as a PDF and is embedded here, and a student’s schedule and current grades can be accessed through MYRCS.
There are teachers who teach at two buildings during the school day. Those teachers split their time between the two buildings during conferences. The dates when traveling teachers will be in attendance at RHS is located at the bottom of the Teacher Placement Spreadsheet (PDF & embedded). We look forward to see you at conferences.
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May The Moles Be With You!
When a baker says one dozen, people think 12 but when a chemist says one mole they think 6.02 x10^23. That is 602 with twenty one zeros (602,000,000,000,000,000,000,000). This relationship was first discovered by Amadeo Avogadro (1776 - 1858). One mole of any substance contains Avogadro’s Number of molecules or atoms of that substance. This number is so big that if you made a paper clip chain with Avogadro’s number of paper clips, it would wrap around the Earth at the equator 400 trillion times yet, molecules of water are so small that one mole of water which has a mass of 18.02 grams would barely cover the bottom of an average water bottle. Mole Day commemorates Avogadro’s Number (6.02 x 10^23) which is a measuring unit in chemistry. Mole Day is celebrated from 6:02am to 6:02pm on October 23rd. Chemistry classes will celebrate Mole Day with various activities related to chemistry and moles on this day.
"Who's Your Falcon?" is a monthly award nominated by and given to Rochester High School students, staff members, or volunteers who have gone above and beyond for RHS. Morgan Libby and Liam Voiles were nominated for the month of October by two of our teachers here at Rochester. Thank you, Morgan and Liam, for your outstanding attitude and positive energy. Rochester High is lucky to have such passionate students. Click on the images below to view their certificates.
RHS Partners with Jersey Mike's to Raise Money for RHS
Jersey Mike's partnered with RHS to help raise money for RHS. Matt Makin and Austin Outland from Jersey Mike's Subs are pictured here with RHS assistant principal Casey Wescott. During the 5-day event, a total of $833.78 was raised in support of Rochester High School. Jersey Mike's has two locations, on the corner of Walton Blvd and Adams and on Rochester Road.
Many thanks to all who participated and a special thank you to Jersey Mike's Subs for their commitment to our students here at Rochester High School.
Many thanks to all who participated and a special thank you to Jersey Mike's Subs for their commitment to our students here at Rochester High School.
RHS HOLDS 1ST LARGE GROUP INSTRUCTION
On Wednesday, October 14th Rochester High Schools 9th and 10th grade students participated in our first ever large group instruction. 9th and 10th grade teachers and students took a different approach learning. Please click on the video below.
R.A.T.S Welcomes Back Alum Gabe Gibbs
On October 8th, The Rochester Alliance of Theatrical Students (RATS) at Rochester High welcomed back RHS alum Gabe Gibbs (11) for a Master Class on auditioning for College Musical Theatre programs. Gabe worked with high school students from Adams, Stoney Creek and Rochester on selecting, rehearsing, and presenting audition pieces. Gabe is currently performing with the Western states tour of The Book of Mormon and will be joining the Broadway cast in December. In addition, Gabe is featured in the upcoming romantic-comedy Tumbledown, starring Rebecca Hall and Jason Sudeikis, that will open on Valentine’s Day in 2016.
Tickets for Thoroughly Modern Millie on Sale NOW!
Rochester High School presents Thoroughly Modern Millie, November 19th-22nd. Tickets are available online (credit card) or at school during lunch or after school in room C102 (cash or check only). For pricing and showtimes, or to buy tickets, visit www.RATSTheatre.org.
Set in New York City in 1922, Thoroughly Modern Millie tells the story of young Millie Dillmount from Kansas who comes to New York in search of a new life for herself. Her grand plan is to find a job as a secretary for a wealthy man and then marry him. However, her plan goes completely awry. The owner of her dingy hotel kidnaps young girls to sell to the Far East; her wealthy boss is slow in proposing marriage; and the man she actually falls in love with doesn't have a dime to his name - or so he tells her.
Set in New York City in 1922, Thoroughly Modern Millie tells the story of young Millie Dillmount from Kansas who comes to New York in search of a new life for herself. Her grand plan is to find a job as a secretary for a wealthy man and then marry him. However, her plan goes completely awry. The owner of her dingy hotel kidnaps young girls to sell to the Far East; her wealthy boss is slow in proposing marriage; and the man she actually falls in love with doesn't have a dime to his name - or so he tells her.
Art Deptartment Visits Art Prize
Mrs. Rose and Mrs. Huvaere, of the RHS art dept., took 50 students to Grand Rapids to visit the 7th annual Art Prize competition. The competition is held though out the entire city, and students were able to visit some famous Grand Rapids destinations that housed art work including; the Fredrik Meijer Sculpture Gardens, The Gerald Ford Presidential Museum, The Amway Grand Hotel, The Grand Rapids Art Museum, The DeVos Convention Center, and Kendall College of Art and Design. The trip created a meaningful and memorable experience where students were able to view the top 25 works of art that were selected from over 1,550 art pieces. The purpose of the trip was to expose students to variety of art mediums and cultural experiences through the art displayed, igniting conversations about art and culture.
ART COLLEGES VISIT RHS
Art Academy of Cincinnati will visit RHS on 10/22/15 during 6th hour.
School of the Art institute of Chicago will visit RHS on 10/23/15 during 6th hour.
You can sign up on the counseling website or contact Mrs. Huvaere (jhuvaere@rochester.k12.mi.us) for more information or to schedule a portfolio review.
ART COLLEGES VISIT RHS
Art Academy of Cincinnati will visit RHS on 10/22/15 during 6th hour.
School of the Art institute of Chicago will visit RHS on 10/23/15 during 6th hour.
You can sign up on the counseling website or contact Mrs. Huvaere (jhuvaere@rochester.k12.mi.us) for more information or to schedule a portfolio review.
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Join the RHS Ski Team |
Captains Club Raises Funds for Guardian Angels |
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Does your kid love to ski? Do they want to take their skills to the next level? Have them join the RHS Ski Team! All skiers are welcome regardless of ability or past race experience. The Ski Team is a no-cut JV/Varsity sport at Rochester High. Interested athletes and their parents are welcome to attend the following to learn more:
BRIEF RECRUITING MEETING - OCTOBER 28TH @ 2.30 - 3.00 PM : LAB NEXT TO MEDIA CENTER PARENT/RACER GENERAL MEETING - NOVEMBER 4TH : 7 - 8.30 PM : MEDIA CENTER Friendships forged on the race hill last a lifetime! For more information visit our team website at RochesterSkiTeam.com. 
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This fall the Rochester Captains Club chose the Guardian Angels Service Dogs Organization for their service project. Guardian Angels is a service and medical dog organization that places dogs with combat veterans. The Captains worked all week to bring in donations, and raffle a Michigan State Pro Combat helmet, with all proceeds going to Guardian Angels. Coordinator Jolanthe Bassett, veterans Patrick Tackett and Erick Halley spoke to the Captains, and were also invited to Friday's home varsity football game, where they were recognized on the field. The Captains raised nearly $1,000 for the Guardian Angels. Great Job Captains Club!
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Kyle Johnson 5th at Oakland County Meet |
Post Season Dates for Fall Sports: |
Rochester Junior Kyle Johnson finished 5th overall at the Oakland County Meet last week. Kyle continues a strong season that has him ranked as one of the top runners in Oakland County.
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Volleyball- Rochester v Utica 11/2, 5:30 @ Utica Eisenhower
Soccer- Rochester v Rochester Adams, 10/20, 7pm, Adams Cross Country-@ Anchor Bay High School, 10/30 or 10/31 Girls Swim- @ Macomb-L'Anse Creuse North 11/12 |
Chipotle Fundraiser for the RHS Basketball Team.
