ROCHESTER HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENT
Friday, April 1, 2022
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NEW TODAY AT RHS
UKRAINE FUNDRAISER SHIRT PICKUP
Ukraine Fundraiser shirts and decals can be picked up on Tuesday, April 5 from 5:00-6:00 p.m. in the RHS Commons.
SADIE HAWKINS DANCE
The RHS Student Council will be sponsoring a Sadie Hawkins Dance TOMORROW NIGHT, 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. Hope to see everyone there!
GENERAL INFORMATION
GIRLS BASKETBALL MEETING
There will be a meeting for girls basketball players to discuss summer basketball camps this Friday, April 1 during Rocket Time in the RHS Commons.
GERMAN NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
If you are a current member of the German NHS or received an invitation to join German NHS this year, please remember to turn in your dues or your tassel/cord order form by this FRIDAY, April 1 to Ms. Catarinicchia. Late dues and order forms WILL NOT be accepted.
SPANISH NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
If you are a current member of the Spanish NHS or received an invitation to join Spanish NHS this year, please remember to turn in your dues or your tassel/cord order form (only Spanish 4 students) by this FRIDAY, April 1 to Miss Miller. Late dues and order forms WILL NOT be accepted.
SENIOR EXPLORATION DAY
On Wednesday, April 13, 2022, Seniors will be excused from school to participate in a Senior Exploration Day. Each student will either participate in an official college visit, arrange to spend the day job shadowing a person employed in a field that the student is interested in pursuing or spend the day volunteering at a local community service agency. Seniors should check their school email for instructions and required paperwork. Please see your counselor if you have any questions.
EUROPEAN TOUR THIS SUMMER – LIMITED SPOTS!
Are you interested in a once-in-a-lifetime experience to see the world? Our scheduled student tour to Europe was postponed last year due to the pandemic, but we are prepared to take off to Central Europe for 10 days in July and August. There are just a couple of available spots open at this time (we have a group of over 40 at this time!), and the deadline is April 6. If you are interested in more information, please email questions to Mr. Klemm at kklemm@rochester3a.net.
EGG YOUR HOUSE FUNDRAISER!
The Rochester High School Cheerleading Team will be hosting the Egg Your House Fundraiser this year! Please use the attached link to sign up for your Candy Filled Egg Delivery! Sign up ends Friday, April 8 at 12:00 p.m. Eggs will be delivered on Saturday, April 16. Please contact Coach Alexandra Wagner (awagner@rochester3a.net) with any questions. RHS Cheerleading Easter Egg Fundraiser
ATTENTION FRESHMEN:
The Fannie May candy orders have been delivered. Please pick up your candy orders any day this week after school until 3:15pm in Mrs. Fitzgerald's room.
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.
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!
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).
CAKE ROLL FUNDRAISER
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.
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
April 20 - LLCC - 11:40-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
May 3 - LLCC - 11:40-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
LUNCH
Friday’s Menu
Rocket Line: Sweet and Sour Popcorn Chicken
Corner Crust Pizza: Hawaiian Pizza
Custom Brother’s Grill: Corn Dog
Salad Bar: Chef Salad
Monday’s Menu
Rocket Line: Bacon Cheeseburger
Corner Crust Pizza: BBQ Bacon Chicken Pizza
Custom Brother’s Grill: Spicy Popcorn Chicken/Boneless Wings
Salad Bar: Fajita Chicken Salad
WEEK AT A GLANCE
April 1 - “A” Day
LOOKING AHEAD
April 8 - 12:15 Early Dismissal Day
April 18 - No School
May 19-25 - Spring 2022 Final Exam Schedule