ROCHESTER HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENT
Friday, May 13, 2022
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NEW TODAY AT RHS
LOOKING AHEAD
May 19-25 - Spring 2022 Final Exam Schedule
RHS MARCHING ROCKETS
RHS Marching Rockets will have Disney performance practices on Tuesday, May 24 and Thursday, May 26 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. to prepare for the June 3 Parade at Magic Kingdom. All Band, Flags, and Poms who are participating at Disney should attend. Please see Mr. Jones with any conflicts. Thanks!
SUMMER SPORT CAMP REGISTRATION - LAST DAY TO REGISTER
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.
CLUB U BLOOD DRIVE
YOU HAVE THE POWER TO HELP! By giving blood with ImpactLife, you’ll provide a lifesaving resource used by patients right here in Springfield. The demand for blood is constant, so ImpactLife needs donors to schedule regular appointments for donation. Whole blood donors will receive a $10 electronic gift card OR 500 donor loyalty store bonus points. Double red/platelet donors will receive a $25 electronic gift card OR 1500 donor loyalty store bonus points. Gift card choices are Amazon, Walmart, Target, Starbucks, Lowe’s, Home Depot, or Subway.
Club U Blood Drive - Tuesday, May 31 – Saturday, June 4
ImpactLife Donor Center – 1999 Wabash Ave - Appointments are Required
To schedule an appointment- click here. At donation enter "Club U" in the credit donation box! Donate and help the school earn a scholarship to provide to a student!
GENERAL INFORMATION
GRADUATION INFO - SENIOR PARENTS & STUDENTS
2022 Graduation Information Sheet for Parents/Students
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT
Last Chance! Senior Class - If you have not already completed the Senior Spotlight information that Mr. Ashbaugh sent out several months ago, please complete the form and submit ASAP! Senior Spotlight Form.
LIBRARY ANNOUNCEMENT
All Senior Students must return library books by no later than this Friday, May 13. If you have lost your library book, please see Mrs. Doherty.
DISNEY TRIP MEETING
There will be a required student and parent Disney Trip meeting on Monday, May 16 at 6:00 p.m. in the Rochester Fine Arts Auditorium. An update on the trip will be given, bus seat assignment, verification of medical forms, student return release information and form, revised itinerary distribution and information, and discussion of what can be taken on the motorcoach, etc. If you have any questions, please email Mr. Bauser at bbauser@rochester3a.net.
2022-23 RHS MADRIGALS AUDITIONS
Mr. Spear would like to announce Auditions for the 2022-23 RHS Madrigals. Auditions will be held after school on Tuesday, May 17 and Wednesday, May 18. Any student entering grades 9-12 is welcome to audition - no previous experience necessary. If you are interested, please check out the Madrigals Audition Information Sheet.
RJHS PRODUCTION
Tickets for the RJHS production of THE LITTLE MERMAID JR. are on sale to the general public. The shows are this Friday, May 13 and Saturday, May 14 at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, May 15 at 2:00 p.m. All seats are reserved and cost $8.00 each. Tickets are available on-line at THE LITTLE MERMAID JR TICKETS.
ROCKET FOOTBALL GOLF OUTING
Join us on June 3, 2022 for the 28th Rocket Football Annual Golf Outing. This outing will help support the 2022 Rocket Football Team. Click this link for more details on how to sign up, donate or help sponsor the event. Thank you for supporting your 2022 Rochester Rockets! Any questions email - rhsrocketfootball@gmail.com
FREE SPORTS PHYSICALS FOR ATHLETES
Springfield Clinic Sports Medicine is offering FREE sports physicals for all incoming 10th, 11th, and 12th graders for the 2022-23 school year on May 19 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. at the RAC! You must have a signed pre-participation physical form to participate in the free physical. Pre-Participation Physical Form Also, we are in need of any RN's or health care professionals who would be interested in volunteering the day of the event to take athlete's vitals - please contact Pete Stoll at pstoll@springfieldclinic.com if you are interested in helping out on May 19.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS
Link to Concession Volunteer Sign Up
PAC@ROCHESTER - PERFORMING ARTS CAMP
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. The attendees are placed in four groups based upon birthdate. Campers will participate in daily classes in stage, art, music, dance and recreation. The campers will perform on Friday at 5:30 p.m. their very own show with each group performing a skit, a song and dance, and all will participate in a full group production number. Registration will begin April 11 and enrolled students at Rochester will have first chance at the camps. Camp runs from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. daily. A daycare option is available at an additional cost which allows campers to be dropped off after 7:30 a.m. and picked up by 5:30 p.m. You may attend one or both camps. LINK TO REGISTER for PAC@ROCHESTER. You may email our Fine Arts Coordinator, Mr. Bauser with any questions bbauser@rochester3a.net.
VOTER REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Link to Voter Registration Information
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
BOYS BASKETBALL OPEN GYMS
Every Thursday in the RAC
6:30-7:30 p.m. - Current 3rd graders thru current 8th graders
7:30-9:00 p.m. - High School
Please contact Coach Gavin (tgavin@inb.com) with any questions.
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
LUNCH
Friday’s Menu
Rocket Line: BBQ Cheddar Chicken Wrap
Corner Crust Pizza: Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Custom Brother’s Grill: Mini Corn Dogs
Salad Bar: Chef Salad
Monday’s Menu
Rocket Line: Teriyaki Chicken w/ Fried Rice
Corner Crust Pizza: Taco Pizza
Custom Brother’s Grill: Spicy Popcorn Chicken/Boneless Wings
Salad Bar: Fajita Chicken Salad
WEEK AT A GLANCE
May 13 - “B” Day