ROCHESTER HIGH SCHOOL
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Friday, November 3, 2023
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LOOKING AHEAD
November 3 - Early Dismissal - 11:15 a.m. - SIP Day
November 8 - Financial Aid Night - 6:00 p.m. - Auditorium
November 10 - Veterans Day Assembly 2:00-3:00 p.m. - RAC - Veterans arrive at 2:00
November 22-24 - Thanksgiving Break - No School
NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS
ROCKET FOOTBALL PLAYOFF APPAREL
If you missed the first order, here is your second chance to order Rocket Football Playoff Apparel. The store will be open until November 3 at midnight. You can order your apparel at the following link: 2023 Rocket Football Playoff Apparel. REMEMBER: to get your official Rochester High School Football Apparel from the RHS Football Moms. All proceeds go directly to the football team.
GENERAL INFORMATION
STATE SOCCER GAME
Rochester Boys Soccer will play Crystal Lake South TODAY, FRIDAY, November 3 at 1:30 p.m. at Hoffman Estates High School. Admission is set by the IHSA. Digital tickets are $9.00. Digital tickets are only available online through GoFan. The link to the tickets can be found here - Go Fan LINK. No passes will be accepted except for those on the school-submitted team pass list.
2ND ROUND FOOTBALL PLAYOFF GAME - TIME CHANGE
Rochester will play Coal City, TONIGHT, Friday, November 3 at 7:30 p.m. at Rocket Booster Stadium. Gates will open at 6:00 p.m. Admissions: Cash tickets at the gate are $6.00 for everyone. No passes will be accepted except for those on the school-
submitted team pass list. We need help in Concessions, please sign up!! Student Concessions
CROSS COUNTRY
Congratulations to the RHS Girls Cross Country Team who qualified as a team to run at State. They will run this Saturday, November 4 at 11:00 a.m. at Detweiller Park in Peoria.
VETERAN’S DAY ASSEMBLY
Rochester High School and Junior High School will be hosting a Veteran's Day Assembly on Friday, November 10 in the RAC. Students are welcome and encouraged to invite any family members who are Veterans. Veterans can start arriving at 2:00 p.m. to check in at the RAC and enjoy cookies and lemonade. The assembly will begin at 2:30 p.m. and will be held in the RAC. Students should complete the form that was emailed to students by Mrs. Tucker. If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Tucker at stucker@rochester3a.net.
CONCESSION STAND SIGN UP
Winter Sports Student Concession Sign Up
JUNIORS & SENIORS ANNOUNCEMENT
The annual Building Trades Career Day is on November 14. If you are interested in attending, permission forms are available with Mrs. Schudel in Student Services. Permission forms are due back Friday, November 3.
MUSIC DEPARTMENT APPAREL SALE
The Rochester Music Department is hosting an Apparel Sale. This sale includes both band and choir options as well as “School of Music” and “Fine Arts Department” shirts. Items come in various styles and both adult and youth sizes are available on most designs. Orders will be taken until Friday, November 3. Items are expected to be completed in plenty of time for holiday gift-giving. Please select 'LOCAL Pick Up' at check out to avoid delivery fees. Music Department Apparel Sale Link
FINANCIAL AID NIGHT
SENIORS: Financial Aid Night will be held on Wednesday, November 8 at 6:00 p.m. in the HS Fine Arts Auditorium.
INTERNATIONAL FEAST
The Spanish and German Clubs will be hosting the Annual International Feast on Thursday, November 9 from 5:00-7:00 p.m.. If you would like to attend, please fill out the form here NO LATER than Wednesday, November 8 at 3:05 p.m. Hope to see you there!
MUSICAL INFORMATION
Rochester High School will present the Musical, “Back to the 80's” with a one act opening play on March 8-10, 2024. Please email Ms. Geyston with any questions at sygeyston@rochester3a.net.
Student Auditions - November 9 and 10 from 3:30-6:30 p.m.
Callbacks will be held on November 12 from 3:00-?
WRESTLING GEAR
RHS Wrestling is selling Rocket Gear! Check out their online store Wrestling Rocket Apparel. The Store is open until November 12 with delivery on November 30.
ROCKET BASKETBALL GEAR
The Varsity Boys Basketball shop is open until November 13. Here is the link to purchase - Basketball Gear.
ROCTE CAREER FAIR INFORMATION
Sophomores, please check your email for information about the ROCTE Career Fair on Friday, November 17. Permission slips are available from Mrs. Schudel in Student Services and are due back to Student Services by Thursday, November 9. Informational Flyer
2023-2024 RHS YEARBOOKS ON SALE NOW
The 2023-2024 RHS Rocket Yearbook is on sale now for $73.00. ALL sales for books will be online this year. Click Jostens RHS Yearbook Sales to order your yearbook TODAY! Just a reminder that we do not purchase an excess of extra yearbooks, so if you want a yearbook, please make sure to order it NOW! Jostens Yearbook Info Sheet
PARKING
If you plan on driving a vehicle to school this year, you must fill out the parking survey and pay the parking fee. If you have not already completed the survey, please do so ASAP, Rochester HS Parking Survey. Please make sure you are parking in the correct parking spot. Also, all students that park in the back lot will be required to enter through the MPR doors. Students should not be entering any of the other doors on the back side of the HS. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Tucker in the Principal’s Office.
RHS PTO INFORMATION
You can make a donation at PayPal - (RHS PTO @rhsrocketspto) OR you can visit our Amazon Wish List at RHS PTO Wish List. The money collected helps buy supplies for the school and helps provide meals for Parent/Teacher conferences and treats during Teacher Appreciation Week. Any donation is greatly appreciated!
DOCTORS NOTES
Please make sure that doctor’s notes are being brought to Mrs. Lessman in Student Services after the appointment.
ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES
SPORTS ANNOUNCEMENT
If your student plans to participate in one of our upcoming sports seasons, please visit RHS RSchool to register your athlete. We will also need an updated physical on file. Don’t forget to subscribe to “notify me” for your child’s sport, this allows you to get automatic notifications of any schedule changes. If you need to check your child’s physical date or have any questions about the registration process, please contact Kim Hauck at khauck@rochester3a.net.
COLLEGE VISITS
NOVEMBER
Nov. 6 - UIC Nursing - 11:30-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
Nov. 7 - St. John's School of Nursing - 1:00-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
Nov. 9 - US Air Force - 11:30-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
Nov. 14 - Paul Mitchell The School -Normal - 11:30-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
Nov. 16 - Greenville University - 1:00-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
Nov. 21 - Army National Guard - 11:30-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
Nov. 30 - LLCC - 11:30-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
LUNCH
Friday’s Menu
Early Dismissal - No Lunch Served
Monday’s Menu
Rocket Line: Meatball Sub
Corner Crust Pizza: Meatlover’s Pizza
Custom Brother’s Grill: Wings
Salad Bar
WEEK AT A GLANCE
November 3 - “A” Day - 11:15 a.m. Early Dismissal