Good Morning Rochester Intermediate School Students and Staff!
Today is Tuesday, November 7th, 2023
Please stand for the Pledge:
I pledge allegiance, to the flag, of the United States of America, and to the Republic, for which it stands, one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
And now for a moment of reflection
Happy Birthday
Julia Leonard, Jordan Newton
Bus Announcements
Bus #23 is a double route today.
Just a reminder that RIS double bus riders will go to the elementary campus to wait until their bus arrives.
Please remember to dress for the cold weather. Coats, hats and gloves are recommended! You will be going outside if the wind chill is above 20 degrees.
Sixth Grade Swing Choir
After School Rehearsals continue tonight for the Medieval production. Same groups as last night!
Be sure to check the schedule regularly as it will be updated every couple of days! Only those students assigned to any given night need to stay! Please make sure your transportation is
arranged to pick you up at 5:00 PM…
Student council is hosting a Canned Food Drive This week. Please bring any non-perishable items to your homeroom student council rep. Winner will win a breakfast party!
Reminder, 6th grade girls basketball team. You are having team pictures today Tuesday, Nov 7th at 3:30 at the RAC. Please bring your jersey and get on bus 16 directly following school
Our RIS Library is having a COLORFUL POSTER CONTEST.
All students, Grades 4-6 are invited to create a colorful poster using ANY one of these themes:
“Set Sail With A Book”
Or
“Books Are Tools For Success”
Posters must be encouraging and positive.
Poster Contest rules are posted on the RIS Learning Commons Canvas page and discussed in library classes.
*The deadline for all posters to be turned in and considered for judging is
Tuesday, November 28th..
So, Join in the fun and create a Colorful Poster for our RIS Library!
Today’s lunch menu includes:
Chicken Patty with Rocket Sauce
Bosco Cheese Sticks with Marinara
Popcorn Chicken Salad
Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza
Chicken Patty
Remember, “Rockets RISE Together” by demonstrating:
Responsibility
Inclusion
Safety
Empathy
Important Dates
11/22 - 11-24 - No School - Thanksgiving Break
Our RIS Veteran's Day Assembly will take place on Friday November 10th at 1:30pm in the RIS gym. If you are or have a veteran who is interested in attending this assembly, please fill out this form before Wednesday, November 8th.
6th Grade Boys Basketball
Parents Meeting Tuesday, November 21st at 7pm in the RIS cafeteria for any parents that have someone trying out for 6th grade boys basketball this year. Tryouts will be Monday and Tuesday, November 27th and 28th from 6:30-8pm at the RIS gym.
Due to grant funding from the Illinois State Board of Education, Rochester CUSD 3A will be opening a needs-based prekindergarten classroom in January 2024. Please see the attached flyer for information on screenings to be considered for the program!
RYAA Basketball
Registration for RYAA Basketball is now open to boys and girls in grades K-2, 3-4 and 5-6. Registration ends Nov. 15. Volunteer coaches are also needed to keep this program running.
Register at www.ryaasports.org. If you have questions, email basketball@ryaasports.org.
Transportation Changes
All transportation changes must be submitted to the office no later than 2:00pm. Please call the office at 217-498-6215 or email your changes to Mrs. Howie at chowie@rochester3a.net or Mrs. Lovett at clovett@rochester3a.net. Any request for transportation changes past 2:00 pm cannot be accepted. Thank you for your cooperation!
Parent Pick-up:
For parent pick-up at the end of the day, we prefer the line system. All parents should remain in their vehicles and follow the pick-up line around and to the front of the building. You may also choose to park in the spots in the parking lot. It is our preference that you use the line system, however if you choose to park, please come to the front of the building and escort your student to the vehicle safely. Under no circumstances should students be walking across the parking lot unescorted. Thank you for your help with this!
Lunch Balances
The low lunch balance alerts have been reactivated for all families. You will get an alert when your lunch balance is below $5.00. If you choose to shut off the alert, you will no longer get any school announcements.