Wednesday, May 25, 2022
“There’s No Place Like Home”
Calendar:
Wednesday, May 25th: LAST DAY OF SCHOOL- Early Dismissal at 12:30pm
Early Dismissal 5-25 Transportation Changes:
Parents, we will be dismissing early on the last day of school, May 25th at 12:30 pm. Due to the early dismissal we ask that all transportation changes be made to the office by 4:00 pm on Tuesday, May 24th. If you know that your child will have a change you may contact the office by email or phone in advance. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding in this matter.
SUPPLY KITS are BACK !!!
When to Order: Now through May 30th
Where to Order: www.shopttkits.com.
Account Number: 15879
How to Pick Up: Shipped Directly to Your House
Rocket Football Golf Outing June 3rd:
Join us on June 3rd for the 28th Annual Golf Outing. This outing will help support the 2022 Rocket Football Team.
Click this link for more details on how to sign up, donate or help sponsor the event.
Thank you for supporting your 2022 Rochester Rockets!
Any questions email rhsrocketfootball@gmail.com
PAC@ROCHESTER - Performing Arts Camp:
We are thrilled to begin offering performing arts camps (PAC) at Rochester this Summer. There will be two, one week camps the week of July 18 and the week of July 25. Camp will be available to students entering the 3rd grade through completion of 9th grade. The attendees are placed in four groups based upon birthdate. Campers will participate in daily classes in stage, art, music, dance and recreation. The campers will perform on Friday at 5:30 pm their very own show with each group performing a skit, a song and dance, and all will participate in a full group production number. Registration will begin April 11 and enrolled students at Rochester will have first chance at the camps. Camp runs from 9-4 p.m. daily. A daycare option is available at an additional cost which allows campers to be dropped off after 7:30 a.m. and picked up by 5:30 p.m. You may attend one or both camps. You may email our Fine Arts Coordinator, Mr. Bauser with any questions bbauser@rochester3a.net.
Safe2Help:
Safe2Help is a 24/7 program for students, staff, and families to share school safety issues, find resources to get help, and find encouragement to help others. Anyone can call to talk to a trained staff member about abuse, bullying, depression, self-injury, or suicidal thoughts for themselves or other students. You can access Safe2Help by calling 844-4-SAFEIL, texting SAFE2(72332), or emailing help@safe2helpIL.com.
Parent Pick-up in front of the school
· PREK-3rd grade students will be picked up at 3:15 p.m.
· Parents will park in the parking lot or where space is available.
· Do NOT park in the crosswalk.
· Line up safely outside the front doors in the grade level designated area.
· Families will be provided ONE RES Pick-up Ticket. The ticket will include the name of the student, grade, and classroom teacher.
· Students will exit the building under the supervision of staff safely to a parent/guardian WITH THEIR TICKET.
· Pick-up during the school day - please call the 2-3 office at 217-498-6216. Students will be transported safely to the front door by staff. Staff may ask for identification.
Bus Pick-up
· Students will be dismissed for buses at 3:20 p.m. They will be safely delivered from school to their bus by the Rochester Elementary Staff.
· PREK, Kindergarten, and NEW students will be transported safely to their designated bus by a staff member.
YMCA Program
· YMCA afterschool program will be held at the EC-1 building for K-6 grades.
· 2nd and 3rd grade students will go to the bus lot with their classroom teacher and meet a YMCA staff member.
· Kindergarten and First Grade students will report to a YMCA staff member at dismissal time.
· Students must be picked up by 6:00 p.m. at the front doors of the EC-1 building.
· YMCA contact information is 217-544-9846.
VISITORS:
· VISITORS WILL CURRENTLY NOT HAVE ACCESS TO THE BUILDINGS IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN SOCIAL DISTANCING AND TO LIMIT EXPOSURE.
· TO THE GREATEST EXTENT POSSIBLE, VISITORS WILL BE RESTRICTED TO AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ONLY. IF THE DOOR ENTRANCE HAS A BUZZER/INTERCOM, A DISTRICT EMPLOYEE WILL ASSIST YOU.
Hazel Health:
We want all students to have access to student health services. With Hazel Health, students now have access to doctor visits right from the school nurse’s office, and virtual visits from home.
We’re launching our health services program for this school year, and we want to make sure your family has access to these services all year long. Our district is hosting a Consent for Care Drive to ensure 100% of families learn about our student health services from Hazel Health. With Hazel, students can immediately speak with a Hazel doctor right from school or at home.
On-demand health services include:
Medical treatment: For stomach aches, headaches, sprained ankles, asthma concerns, and everything in between
Medication: Prescriptions written or over-the-counter provided at school when needed
Coordination: With family physician and return to school communications
Parents - Please sign the Consent for Care form to ensure your child has access to these services: my.hazel.co/rochester3a
If you have already completed the form, thank you! You can help us reach 100% of families this week by reminding your fellow Rochester CUSD 3A families to opt-in to this service during our drive.
Aramark Special Notes:
· Aramark will provide a FREE breakfast and lunch for students.
· Parents/Guardians may NOT attend lunch.
· Reminder - NO snacks allowed during school hours unless a student has a medical diagnosis which requires them.
LUNCH CHOICES:
Wednesday, May 25th:
Breakfast- Daily Assortment
Sausage Pizza
Corn Dog
Chicken Nuggets
HAVE A FANTASTIC SUMMER!!