ROCHESTER HIGH SCHOOL
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Monday, November 13, 2023
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LOOKING AHEAD
November 17 - Mid-Term Second Quarter
November 22-24 - Thanksgiving Break - No School
December 18-22 - 1st Semester Final Exam Schedule
NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS
GERMAN CLUB STUDENTS
German Club Members please remember to turn in candy order forms and money to Ms. Catarinicchia today, Monday, October 13.
GENERAL INFORMATION
4TH ROUND FOOTBALL PLAYOFF GAME
Rochester will play Murphysboro on Saturday, November 18 at 3:00 p.m. at Murphysboro. Ticket Information Coming Soon!
ROCKET BASKETBALL GEAR
The Varsity Boys Basketball shop is open until November 13. Here is the link to purchase - Basketball Gear.
ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY - NURSING OPEN HOUSE
Illinois State University is excited to extend an invitation to students who are interested in pursuing a career in nursing! Mennonite College of Nursing is hosting an Open House on Thursday, November 16 at our brand new Springfield location to welcome prospective students. This is a great opportunity for potential students to ask questions, tour the facility, and learn more about MCN Springfield. See the FLYER for more info.
CONCESSION STAND SIGN UP
Winter Sports Student Concession Sign Up
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
PRE-KINDERGARTEN CLASSROOM INFO
Due to grant funding from the Illinois State Board of Education, Rochester CUSD 3A will be opening a needs-based prekindergarten classroom in January 2024. Please see the attached FLYER for information on screenings to be considered for the program!
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. 14 - Paul Mitchell The School -Normal - 11:30-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
Nov. 16 - Greenville University - 1:00-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
Nov. 20 - US Air Force - 11:30-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
Nov. 21 - Army National Guard - 11:30-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
Nov. 30 - LLCC - 11:30-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
LUNCH
Monday’s Menu
Rocket Line: Chicken Fried Steak
Corner Crust Pizza: Vegetable Pizza
Custom Brother’s Grill: Wings
Salad Bar
Tuesday’s Menu
Rocket Line: Popcorn Chicken Bowl
Corner Crust Pizza: BLT Pizza
Custom Brother’s Grill: Curly Fries
Salad Bar
WEEK AT A GLANCE
November 13 - “A” Day
November 14 - “B” Day
November 15 - “A” Day
November 16 - “B” Day
November 17 - “A” Day