Good Morning Rochester Intermediate School Students and Staff!
Today is Tuesday, April 30th, 2024
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
Olivia Rench
Bus Announcements
Bus #16 is a double route tonight.
Any 6th grade girl that is attending the Bethalto Shootout for Jr. High girls basketball needs to turn their checks into Mr. Rose as soon as possible.
Sixth Grade Swing Choir will meet last hour everyday this week at 2:40-3:10 and after school on Wednesday and Thursday from 3:15-5:00! Please get your parts memorized!
The Memorization Deadline is Thursday!
Today’s lunch menu includes:
Chicken Patty w/ Rocket Sauce
Bosco Sticks w/ Marinara
Popcorn Chicken Salad
Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza
Chicken Patty
Remember, “Rockets RISE Together” by demonstrating:
Responsibility
Inclusion
Safety
Empathy
Important Dates
Friday, May 3rd - No School - Teacher Institute Day
Monday, May 27th - No School - Memorial Day
Tuesday, May 28th - Last Day of School - 11:15 Dismissal
PTO BOOK FAIR
Dear Families: Get ready! The Scholastic Book Fair is coming our way (YAY!). Choosing their own books empowers kids and inspires them on their journey to becoming lifelong readers. AND—as always—every purchase at the Fair benefits our school. Here’s what you need to know about the big event, which will take place: May 6 - May 10. RIS Library, Additional Shopping during Fine Arts Fair Thursday, May 9 from 5pm-8pm
Say goodbye to cash and hello to eWallet—your child’s digital payment account. Before the Fair, set up eWallet for worry-free, cash-free purchases. Anyone can contribute! Share each child’s eWallet so friends and family can add funds and give your kids more books to enjoy. If you can’t make it to the Fair, then shop at our school’s Book Fair online. All orders ship directly to your home, and shipping is free for book orders over $25. Every online purchase will also benefit our school. Visit our Book Fair homepage to learn more and get started with eWallet and online shopping: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/rochesterintermediateschool3
The PTO is excited to bring the BOOK FAIR back to RIS May 6th-May 10th! We need volunteers to make this event happen. Can you sign up for a shift or 2? Sign up here– https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B48A5AB2FA6FD0-49142390-scholastic
Teacher Appreciation Week - May 6-10
Help us spoil the amazing staff at RIS during teacher appreciation week. Below is the schedule.
Monday: Breakfast of Champions!
4th grade parents treat teachers to breakfast: Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0944ADAB23A5FFCE9-49259317-teacher
Tuesday: Taco-Bout our Amazing Teachers!
5th grade parents treat teachers to a taco bar for lunch. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0944ADAB23A5FFCE9-49199960-risteacher
Wednesday: Press Your Luck!
Teachers pick an envelope with a surprise gift card. We need donations of $15 - $50 gift cards to stores, businesses and restaurants that RIS staff would enjoy. Please drop off the gift cards to the RIS office by Friday, May 3rd or to a RIS PTO board member.
Thursday: Treat Your Teacher!
Students, write a thank you note to a teacher or staff member and/or bring
their favorite treat.
Friday: Snack Attack!
6th grade parents treat teachers to a snack bar. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0944ADAB23A5FFCE9-49259645-teacher
If you have a student that is going to enter Kindergarten in the 24-25 school year, please fill out the following form!
Blastoff Kids Academy
Information and an application for our district-based daycare can be found at https://www.rochester3a.net/page/blastoffkidsacademy
Prekindergarten at Rochester EC-1
Do you have a child that is or will be age 3-5? They are eligible for our prekindergarten program. If you are interested in our at-risk and tuition-based programs, please contact Sloane at 217-498-6210 ext 61522 to set up a screening for your child!
BASKETBALL OPEN GYMS
Open gyms will be every Wednesday and will run through October. The open gyms will be held in the RAC from 6:00-7:00 p.m. for anyone in 3rd through 8th grade and 7:00- 8:30 p.m. for high school students and up.
Rochester Summer Camps are open for registration!! Payment of cash/check is needed before first day of camp. Information can be found here: Summer Camp Brochure 2024.pdf
Girls Basketball Camp June 3-6
Softball Pitching Camp June 14
Boys Basketball Camp June 17-20
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
2024 RYAA Fall Football Cheer
Registration for 2024 RYAA Fall Football Cheer is now open!
Cheerleaders entering 2nd grade through 8th grade for the 2024/2025 school year will be eligible to register. This year, our squads will cheer for their grade level at the Rochester JFL games. Some travel will be required.
Practices will begin the week of July 8th, 2024 and will be 1-2 days per week depending on your coach’s schedule. Games will begin mid-August and run through mid-October. The game schedule should be available by the beginning of August.
Registration for Cheerleading is $65 and is due at the time of registration. Register by April 30, 2024 to secure your spot!
For more information, or to register, visit 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.