ROCHESTER HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENT
Monday, March 28, 2022
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NEW TODAY AT RHS
LEARNING COMMONS ANNOUNCEMENT
The Learning Commons will be closed today during 4th and 5th blocks. If you need to check out a book or use the student printer please do so before the end of 3rd block.
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASKETBALL
There will be a quick informational meeting for any boy who is interested in playing high school boys basketball next year TODAY, Monday, March 28 at 6:00 p.m. in the RAC. If you have any questions, please contact Coach Gavin at tgavin@inb.com.
TRACK TEAM RESULTS
Congratulations to Colleen Zeibert and Spencer Loy for qualifying for the Illinois Top Times Meet this past Saturday. For this meet, only the top indoor times from this season were invited to participate. Colleen ran in the 800 and the 1600, and Spencer ran the 400 M. Both did very well in the meet. Congratulations to Colleen for winning the 800 M with a time of 2:16. 59.
SCIENCE OLYMPIAD RESULTS
Here are the results for the Western Illinois University Regions contest that was held on March 12, 2022. RHS Science Olympiad placed 4th at the Western Illinois University Regional contest and will advance to the State Science Olympiad contest on April 23, 2022.
BASEBALL TICKETS
The HS baseball team is selling tickets to the STL Cardinals vs Arizona Diamondbacks game on Sunday, May 1 at 1:15 p.m. Tickets are located in the RF Box- 1st Level. Cost is $30.00 per ticket through the team ($46 through the Cardinals website).
FLAG TEAM TRYOUTS
The Rochester Marching Rockets will be holding tryouts for the Fall 2022 Flag Squad on April 12, 13, 14 after school from 3:30-5:30 p.m. in the MPR. Students that make the team will be part of the marching band for 1st semester. The squad performs in all parades and home football games. Come join the fun! If you have any questions, please contact flags coach, Julia Waldeck at jwaldeck@rochester3a.net. Go Rockets!
GENERAL INFORMATION
LOOKING AHEAD
April 8 - 12:15 Early Dismissal Day
April 18 - No School
May 19-25 - Spring 2022 Final Exam Schedule
RHS CHEERLEADING TRYOUTS
The 22-23 Rochester High School Cheerleading Tryouts will be held on March 29, 30 and April 1. There is a Mandatory Parent Meeting for anyone interested in trying out for the team TODAY, Monday, March 28 at 5:30 p.m. via Google Meet. A link will be sent out closer to the parent meeting date. Contact Coach Wagner with any questions at awagner@rochester3a.net.
SADIE HAWKINS DANCE
The RHS Student Council will be sponsoring a Sadie Hawkins Dance on Saturday, April 2 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. in the MPR. Only RHS students will be allowed to attend and you must have your student ID upon entry. The cost is $10 per student and will be collected at the door.
CHAPERONES NEEDED
The RHS Student Council is looking for a few parents to help chaperone the Sadie Hawkins Dance on Saturday, April 2 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. in the MPR. If you are interested, please email Becky Leonard at rleonard@rochester3a.net.
CAKE ROLL FUNDRAISER
Forms and money are due back TODAY, Monday, March 28 to their music teachers. Students will pick up their orders on April 11 in the Rochester Fine Arts Auditorium after school until 6:00 p.m. Thanks for your support!
PERFORMING ARTS CAMP INFORMATION
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. Registration will begin April 4 and enrolled students at Rochester will have first chance at the camps prior to opening them up to the public. SAVE THE DATE! Please email our Fine Arts Coordinator, Mr. Bauser with any questions about the camps at bbauser@rochester3a.net. Camp Information - SAVE THE DATE INFO
SUMMER SPORT CAMP REGISTRATION
Summer Sport Camp registration is now open at SUMMER SPORT CAMP REGISTRATION. The deadline to register is May 13. The cost for each camp is $50. When registering your student, please use the grade your student will be entering in the fall of 2022. Summer Sport Camp Info Sheet If you have any questions please contact Angie Butler at abutler@rochester3a.net.
SPANISH AND GERMAN CLUB MEMBERS
March Music Madness is here! Please make sure to vote for your favorite song every day using the form posted in the announcements on Canvas. Each day you vote enters your name into a raffle to win a prize at the end!
BAND BOOSTERS APPAREL SALE
The Band Boosters are offering a Spring Apparel Sale of Rochester Band apparel. Check out the new designs! The sale will run from March 15-30 to help promote the Rochester Band Organization. Pick up will be at Rochester High School on the evening of April 11. Place your orders here, Band Booster Apparel Sale Link.
JOSTENS GRADUATION CAP & GOWN PICK UP
Jostens will be delivering caps and gowns and other graduation materials to students who ordered them on Tuesday, April 5 during Rocket Time, 9:30-10:15 a.m. in the HS Commons! If you have any questions about pickup, please contact Mrs. Tucker at stucker@rochester3a.net.
SUMMER WORK PROGRAM
Rochester School District is seeking Student Workers for a Summer Work Program. Students must commit to working throughout one entire session.
- Session 1: June 6 - July 1, 2022 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday
- Session 2: July 11 - August 5, 2022 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday
Student-workers should apply at Student Application for Summer Work 2022. Students must be able to obtain a work permit if they are under 16 on the first day of the session. Students must be enrolled at the junior high or high school to attend.
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
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 31 - Univ of Health Sciences/Pharmacy St. Louis - 11:40-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
April 20 - LLCC - 11:40-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
May 3 - LLCC - 11:40-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
LUNCH
Monday’s Menu
Rocket Line: Macaroni and Cheese
Corner Crust Pizza: Taco Pizza
Custom Brother’s Grill: Spicy Popcorn Chicken/Boneless Wings
Salad Bar: Fajita Chicken Salad
Tuesday’s Menu
Rocket Line: Cheese Omelet w/ Donut
Corner Crust Pizza: BLT Pizza
Custom Brother’s Grill: Curly Fries
Salad Bar: Taco Salad
WEEK AT A GLANCE
March 28 - “A” Day
March 29 - “B” Day
March 30 - “A” Day
March 31 - “B” Day
April 1 - “A” Day