ROCHESTER HIGH SCHOOL
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Monday, February 5, 2024
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LOOKING AHEAD
February 15 - Parent Teacher Conferences - 3:30-8:30 p.m.
February 16 - 11:15 Early Dismissal - SIP Day
February 19 - NO SCHOOL - Presidents Day
March 8 - 11:15 Early Dismissal - SIP Day
March 11 - NO SCHOOL
April 1-5 - NO SCHOOL - SPRING BREAK
May 4 - HS Prom
May 19 - HS Graduation - 7:00 p.m. - Rocket Booster Stadium
NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS
SPORTS SCHEDULE - WEEK OF FEBRUARY 5
Sports Schedule - Week of Feb. 5-10
RHS ROBOTICS TEAM RESULTS
Congratulations to the Rochester Rockets Robotics Team on making it to STATE! The State Finals will be held March 1-2 in Elgin, Illinois. Rochester Rockets Robotics Team Members: Seniors (Truman Schudel, Lemuel Chan, Jenny Stevens, Haley Freeman), Sophomores (Alex Graff, Jaelyn Watts, Austin Thompson), Freshman (Sean Arras), Volunteer Coaches (Mark Schudel, Brian Will and JD Kim).
JH BOYS BASKETBALL GAME
Hey Rocket Fans! Let’s PACK the RAC TONIGHT, Monday, February 5 for the 8th Grade Boys Basketball Sectional Game! Our boys will take on Chatham for the chance to earn a trip to the state tournament. Game time is 6:30 p.m. TONIGHT at the RAC! Admission is $3.00 for Students K-8 and Seniors 62+ (even Rochester students must pay since this is a post-season game) and $5.00 for Adults and High School Students (only IESA passes are accepted).
SOPHOMORE CLASS FUNDRAISER
The Sophomore Class is selling Bundt cakes through February 9. The forms will need to be turned in on February 12. The INFORMATIONAL FLYER is attached to this email.
LAW ENFORCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
The Sangamon County Sheriff Explorers Program is designed to provide hands-on training to youth interested in law enforcement. Visit www.sangamonil.gov/explorers to download an application. A full list of requirements is also listed on the website.
PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES
Parent/Teacher Conferences for Rochester High School families will be held on Thursday, February 15 from 3:30-8:30 p.m. Conferences will be held VIRTUALLY. Parents should use their Skyward Family Access to schedule 15-minute virtual appointments with their student’s teachers that they would like to visit with through our video conferencing platform. After scheduling your conference(s), parents will be sent a link by the teacher for each meeting via their email. Directions on how to schedule a conference can be found here. If you have any questions, please contact Sue Tucker at 217-498-9761, Ext. 53235 or stucker@rochester3a.net.
ATTENDANCE EMAILS & PHONE CALLS
ALL attendance information (absences, doctors notes, vacation, pre-arranged absences, college visits, etc.) should be sent to Mrs. Schudel in Student Services until further notice. Mrs. Schudel can be reached at jschudel@rochester3a.net or by phone 217-498-9761, Ext. 53405.
GENERAL INFORMATION
RHS BASS FISHING TEAM INFORMATION
RHS Bass Fishing will hold an Informational Meeting for the spring season TONIGHT, Monday, February 5 at 6:00 p.m. in the RHS Commons. Those interested in participating in Bass Fishing for the spring season need to be in attendance. Parents and adult boat captains are encouraged to attend as well.
PHYSICS CLUB MEETING
The Physics Club will meet at 7:45 a.m. this Friday, February 9 in Mrs. Boyer's Room (3156) to discuss plans for the Spring!
BAND BOOSTERS LASAGNA SUPPER
Tickets are on sale for the Band Boosters Lasagna Supper on TUESDAY, February 13 being served from 5:00-6:30 p.m. in the HS Cafeteria. Choices include a meat lasagna or vegetable lasagna served with salad, garlic bread, cookies and drink for $15.00 or a hot dog dinner served with chips, cookies and a drink for $6.00. Dine in and Carry Out Options are available. Get your tickets here: Lasagna Supper.
LLCC OPEN HOUSE
LLCC is holding an Open House on Monday, February 19. The event will be held from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and students can attend at any point during that time frame. LLCC will be offering tours, breakout sessions on Financial Aid and how to pick a major, and many offices will be available for questions or assistance. Please see the FLYER for more information.
CENTRAL ILLINOIS STEM FAIR TICKETS AVAILABLE
Ticket Registration is open for the 2024 Central Illinois STEM Fair, which will be held on Wednesday, April 10 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the RAC. Last year the STEM Fair hosted 77 exhibits and attracted over 500 attendees from 20 different schools in Central Illinois. The STEM Fair showcases locally-available STEM activities for students covering a wide range of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Reserve your free ticket today at https://central-illinois-stem-fair.odoo.com/.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY
SENIORS: The Rochester Education Foundation is offering two (2) one-time $1000 scholarships to graduating seniors of the Class of 2024. Scholarships are now available on their website: https://www.rochestereducationfoundation.org/scholarships.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY
SENIORS: The Rochester Youth Athletic Association (RYAA) is pleased to announce the annual Scholarship Application for 2024 is open now through Friday April 12, 2024. Graduating Seniors who plan to enroll in an accredited Vocational, Technical, two or four-year College or University for the 2024-2025 Academic School Year can apply here. You do not need to be an active or former RYAA participant to apply. Please email scholarship@ryaasports.org with any questions.
COLLEGE NOW ANNOUNCEMENT
College Now students operate on the LLCC Schedule. This means that Spring Recess follows the LLCC schedule (class meetings happen during the schools' spring breaks if they do not coincide with LLCC's) and closings (class cancellations) also follow the LLCC schedule. If LLCC is open, classes meet, regardless of what is happening in the Rochester School District. LLCC weather closing announcements are available at www.llcc.edu. Students are welcome to join our LLCC Alert system for emergency notifications. Here is a link to directions on our website: LLCC Campus Safety.
CONCESSION STAND SIGN UP
Winter Sports Student Concession Sign Up
ATTENTION SENIOR PARENTS - DEADLINE, 2/29/24
Yearbook Senior Recognition Ads are a great way for parents, families and friends to commemorate student achievements and important milestones. In addition, revenues from Recognition Ads help our school to create a better yearbook. To purchase your ad online, follow the instructions on the attached LETTER TO PARENTS and then click on the LINK to order. There is also a YouTube Instructional Video that may be helpful to watch before placing your order. Jostens is managing your school's yearbook ad sales, so please do not contact or send materials to the school. Please take into account our school's ad content guidelines on the bottom of the attached form during the creation of your ad online. All ad orders must be placed online by 02/29/2024.
SENIORS - SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
The LLCC Foundation Scholarship Application for the 2024-2025 academic year is now open through February 15, 2024. All students considering or planning to attend LLCC beginning in Fall 2024 are encouraged to apply. Please visit LLCC Scholarships for more information.
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
RHS PTO INFORMATION
HS Teachers need your help, kleenex and Clorox wipes are needed now to help us get through the cold and flu season! You can make a donation at PayPal - (RHS PTO @rhsrocketspto) , you can visit our Amazon Wish List at RHS PTO Wish List or you can drop off donations at Student Services. 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!
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.
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
February
14 - LLCC
20 - Army National Guard
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
February 5 - “A” Day
February 6 - “B” Day
February 7 - “A” Day
February 8 - “B” Day
February 9 - “A” Day