ROCHESTER HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENT
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
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NEW TODAY AT RHS
BLACK HISTORY MONTH - FACT OF THE DAY
Computer scientist Lisa Gelobter assisted with the 1995 creation of Shockwave, essential technology that led to the development of web animation. (So we have her to thank for GIFs.)
BOYS TENNIS TEAM MEETING
Tennis season is coming soon and the Rockets are ready to get started! Anyone looking to play on the boys tennis team, please contact Coach Ty Smith at tsmith@rochester3a.net with your interest. There will be a Mandatory Players Meeting on February 24 at 4:30 p.m. in the RAC.
BASEBALL PARENT MEETING INFORMATION
There will be a parent meeting over google meet on Wednesday, February 23 at 6:00 p.m. One parent must attend and players are encouraged to attend.
GENERAL INFORMATION
GIRLS SOCCER TEAM MEETING
The Girls Soccer Team Info Night for parents and players will be held virtually this Wednesday, February 16 at 7:00 p.m. via Google Meet. Please contact Coach Kutscher at ckutscher@rochester3a.net to get the link for the Google Meet.
MUSICAL REHEARSAL SCHEDULE FOR THE WEEK -
Wednesday - 2/16 - NO rehearsal due to Fine Arts Lasagna Jazz Dinner
Thursday - 2/17 - Full Cast - 6:00-9:00 p.m. Parent meeting at 5:30 p.m.
Friday - 2/18 - No Rehearsal
Saturday - 2/19 - Everyone - Set painting/building at 9:00 a.m.
The next two weeks rehearsal will be from 6:00-9:00 p.m. - Sunday-Thursday.
Please remember that your bio and merchandise forms are to be PRINTED out and turned in to Mr. Bauser by Wednesday.
5ESSENTIALS SURVEY FOR RHS PARENTS
Parents, please take a few minutes to complete the 5Essentials Survey for RHS. This is a survey given by the Illinois State Board of Education. Your students will be taking the survey next week. What is the 5Essentials Survey? The 5Essentials Survey is taken by all PK-12th grade teachers and all 4th-12th grade students. The information collected through the survey is reviewed and analyzed to generate a 5Essentials Report for each school. The 5Essentials Report includes a breakdown of teacher and student responses and provides a comprehensive picture of the school environment based on five essential areas critical for school improvement in a meaningful context of similar and successful schools.
RHS BASS FISHING TEAM INFORMATION
RHS Bass Fishing will hold an informational meeting for the spring season on February 28 @ 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.
FCA MEETING
There will be a FCA Meeting this Sunday, February 20 at 5:30 p.m. in the RAC for any student who would like to attend.
ROCHESTER BAND BOOSTER ANNUAL PIZZA SALE
The Rochester Band Boosters Annual Pizza Sale Fundraiser is underway! Proceeds from the pizza sales benefit the 5th through 12th grade band program and our goal is to sell 1500 pizzas! Purchase your pizzas from any band student and make checks payable to the “Rochester Band Boosters”. Students may take orders now and turn them in by March 4 to his/her individual band director. The making of pizzas and student pick/up delivery will be held on March 12 at the Rochester United Methodist Church. Thank you for supporting the Rochester Band Boosters!
CACC INFORMATION
Next Monday, February 21 (President's Day), we will have classes at Rochester but there is NO CACC in the afternoon. You are free to leave that day after your 3rd block class.
RHS PTO INFORMATION
Happy 2022! The RHS PTO is wanting to let you know of an easy way to donate to our organization. You can make a donation at PayPal. - RHS PTO @rhsrocketspto
The money collected helps buy supplies for the school and helps provide meals for Parent/Teacher conferences. In the past we have also purchased items for Teacher Appreciation Week. Any donation is greatly appreciated!
2021-2022 RHS YEARBOOKS ON SALE NOW
The 2021-2022 RHS Rocket Yearbook is on sale now for $59. 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!
SHIELD CONSENT TESTING LINK - Testing LINK
HAZEL HEALTH INFORMATION
On-demand health services include: Medical treatment, Medication and Coordination. 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!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS AND PARENTS
Parking Pass - If you need to get a parking sticker, please fill out the Parking Survey. If you are driving a different vehicle to school for any reason you need to fill out this form on a daily basis so we know that it is in the parking lot. If you have to drive a different vehicle for 3 days then please fill out the form on all 3 days. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Tucker at stucker@rochester3a.net.
Tech Help: Tech Help Desk Request Ticket
Rochester Rockets App - Info here or the instructions on our website. Download today!
ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES
FAMILY/INDIVIDUAL WINTER SEASON SPORTS PASSES
You may purchase your winter sports pass online here Winter Sports Season Pass.
ATHLETE REGISTRATION & PAYMENT INFO
If your student plans to participate in one of our upcoming sports seasons, please visit https://rochesterhs.rschoolteams.com/ to register your athlete. We will also need an updated physical on file. Any questions, please contact Angie Butler at abutler@rochester3a.net. Here is the link to the spring athletic payment - SPRING SEASON ATHLETIC FEE ONLINE PAYMENT
COLLEGE VISITS
March 1 - Quincy University - 11:40-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
LUNCH
Wednesday’s Menu
Rocket Line: Hot Dog on Bun
Corner Crust Pizza: BBQ Chicken Sriracha Pizza
Custom Brother’s Grill: Bosco Sticks
Salad Bar: Fried Chicken Salad
Thursday’s Menu
Rocket Line: Tomato and Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Corner Crust Pizza: Meatball Pizza
Custom Brother’s Grill: Bacon Cheeseburger
Salad Bar: Cobb Salad
WEEK AT A GLANCE
February 16 - “B” Day
February 17 - “A” Day
February 18 - “B” Day