Good Morning Rochester Intermediate School Students and Staff!
Today is Wednesday, December 6th, 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
Gavin Anderson, Caleb Oglesby, Mr. Gunn
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.
STEAM Club is meeting Wednesday from 3:15-4:15pm. Please let Mrs. Tinder know if you have any questions.
Mr. Jones' band lessons will not meet today.
6th Grade Swing Choir
There is Medieval production rehearsal after school today from 3:15-5:00 PM for the entire Sixth Grade Swing Choir.
*Please note the early dismissal time and make sure your transportation is arranged to pick you up at 5:00 tonight!
6th grade MTSS Students may come down today for extra coaching with Mr. McCafferty
Memorization Deadline has been moved to Thursday!
PARENTS ONLY:
The schedule has been recently updated on Canvas (and may also be found HERE).
6th grade girls Volleyball tryouts are tonight at RIS from 3:30-5:00 and tomorrow 12/7 at RIS from 3:30-5:00.
Congratulations to our “Link to Learn” Library drawing winners! Over 600 Books have been read by our RIS students and 6 links have been randomly drawn for gift cards. Our drawing winners are: Payton Rivera from Mrs. Zulauf’s class, Robert Patsche from Mrs. Covi’s class, Cisylee Williams from Ms. Harvell’s class, Paige Harness from Mr. Rose’s class, Tommy Mankowski from Mrs. Anderson’s class, and Nash Beagle from Mrs. Acree’s class. Also, blue links have been added to our “Staff Chaser Chain” and 2 links have been randomly drawn for gift cards. The staff winners are Mrs. Fox and Mrs. Cochran. These 6 students and 2 teachers should come to the Library to claim their prize sometime today. All students grades 4-6 and staff are encouraged to continue reading books completely through and adding links to their chain.
Student council representatives will have their December student council meeting on Thursday, December 7 at 7:30 in Miss Harvill's room.
Today’s lunch menu includes:
Hamburger Horseshoe
Italian Salad
Chicken Tenders
Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza
Chicken Patty or Nachos
Remember, “Rockets RISE Together” by demonstrating:
Responsibility
Inclusion
Safety
Empathy
Important Dates
December 22, 2023- Half Day- 11:15 Dismissal
December 25th - January 8th - WINTER BREAK
Here is the list for our Holiday dress-up days for the week of December 18-22nd!!!
We are seeking donations for our RISE Store. Here is an Amazon wishlist if you would like to help out! If you have any questions feel free to contact the office.
Rochester Intermediate School R.I.S.E. Store Wishlist
Donuts + Noodles = Yummy Carbs for Christmas! RIS PTO is selling Mel-O-Cream Donuts and Oakland Homemade Noodles just in time for the holidays. Place your order now and pick it up on Dec. 16 or purchase a Mel-O-Cream Coupon Card to use whenever you would like! Click here to view the flyer for more details.
ROCKET POMS LIL’ SIS DANCE CLINIC
The Rocket Poms are excited to resume the annual Lil' Sis dance clinic on Saturday, December 16th! Participants in grades Kindergarten through eighth are invited to attend a day of dance workshops, a recital performance, and participation in a basketball game halftime performance that evening. Please email reservations to Coach Kramer at dkramer@rochester3a.net by Thursday, December 7th. A digital registration link is available here. Registration will be permitted the day of the event, but t-shirt quantities are limited. Payment can be sent with your child on the day of the clinic. Checks should be made payable to RHS Poms.
Announcement for 6th Grade Girls Interested in Volleyball.
Please see the information below, and if you have any questions please reach out to:
Stephanie Zeidler (6th Grade Coach) szeidler@rochester3a.net
*Players MUST be registered on Rschool AND have a sports physical on file PRIOR to tryouts.
6th Grade Tryouts @ RIS
Wednesday, December 6th AND Thursday December 7th from 3:30-5:00pm
*Students are encouraged to attend both days
RHS GIRLS SOCCER FUNDRAISER
RHS Girls Soccer are bringing you NubaySoft ™ D-Luxe School Spirit Blankets! These blankets are HUGE!!! 60" x 80." They have the Block R on the front, with the Rochester logos on the back. They are soft, plush, and well made. These are perfect for cozying up on the couch or watching your favorite player on the field. These are not sport specific so they are great for football, softball, baseball, tennis, soccer, cheer, poms, watching your favorite band member perform or just because you LOVE your team! These blankets make the perfect gift for any occasion. This is a great way to show your school spirit and support your ROCKETS!
Special Price and deadline extended!! ONLY $65.00 IF YOU ORDER NOW! The price will go up after December 15th! Orders must be placed by December 15th for our first delivery. Delivery is scheduled between January 15-30. We will send out a flier you can print off,! The price will go up soon! Orders must be placed by December 1st for our first delivery. Fill out the ORDER FORM here. Delivery is scheduled between January 15th and 30th. Details can be found in the link. https://sites.google.com/spectator.../rochester-rockets/home Contact Shelly Conner at scsc998@aol.com with any questions.
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.
