Good Morning Rochester Intermediate School Students and Staff!
Today is Thursday, December 9, 2021
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
Teachers, we have a couple of buses running late this morning. Please do not mark those students tardy.
Morning interventions with Ms. Woods are canceled.
Happy birthday today to…
Grant Kutscher
Mallory Neal
Isabella Roth
Sixth Grade Swing Choir:
Medieval Rehearsals this week:
Today from 3:15-5:30 PM
Friday is from 3:15-4:45 PM
All rehearsals this week are in the RIS Music Room.
Please frequently check your email for other messages and from Mr. McCafferty.
RIS WINTER WEEK 2021
Join us as we celebrate our last week of first semester!
Monday: Holiday Character Day
Who’s your favorite person to pop up during December? Rudolph? Buddy the Elf? Frosty?
Tuesday: Tinsel Tuesday
Bust out anything that sparkles, glitters, or shines for this day
Wednesday: Wacky Wednesday Time Warp
Sometimes holiday travel is crazy. In this time warp, students end up dressing like teachers, and teachers dress up as students.
Thursday: Dress Like A Penguin
Nothing says winter like an adorable penguin. Get into the winter spirit by wearing black & White.
Friday: Tacky Holiday Sweater Day
The one time of year you can wear the most hideous sweater in your closet. The uglier, the better!
Today’s lunch menu includes…
Pancake with Sausage
Cheese Burger
Popcorn Chicken
Cheese and Pepperoni Pizza
Beefy Nachos with shredded cheese (not cheese sauce)
Please remember to be respectful, be responsible, and be safe and choose to make today great!
RHS Madrigal Production
The 53rd Annual RHS Madrigal Production tickets go on sale to the general public at 3:00 p.m. December 1st. Dinner productions are Friday, December 10th & Saturday, December 11th at 6:30 p.m. Tea productions are Saturday, December 11th and Sunday, December 12 at 2:00 pm. Tickets are available online by clicking this link MADRIGAL TICKETS. All seats are reserved and will require a ticket for entry. Due to current COVID protocols, masks are required inside the school. Anyone with questions may contact our Fine Arts Coordinator, Bill Bauser at bbauser@rochester3a.net.
From the Nurse
SAVE THE DATE! The Rochester School District has partnered with the Illinois Department of Public Health to offer COVID vaccinations for children ages 5-11 years old. The COVID vaccination clinic is scheduled for 11/20 and 12/11 from 9am-12pm.
Rochester School District has partnered with the Illinois Department of Public Health to offer free COVID vaccinations for children 5-11 years of age.
When: Dose #1 11/20/21 9am-12pm
Dose #2 12/11/21 9am-12pm
Where: Rochester High School - Cafeteria (please enter at the JH gymnasium entrance)
Please register for a time slot at this link. Walk-ins welcome. See flyer for additional information. If you have any questions please contact harnold@rochester3a.net.
Here is additional information regarding COVID vaccinations from the Illinois American Academy of Pediatrics.
Volleyball is just around the corner!
All participants MUST be registered on the RSchool App AND have an updated sports physical on file with the school. Athletes may NOT tryout unless both items are completed.
6th Grade Tryouts will be:
Thursday, December 9 3:30-5:00pm @ RIS
Friday, December 10 3:30-5:00pm @ RIS
7th/8th Grade Tryouts will be:
Wednesday, December 15 3:30-5:00pm @ RJHS
Thursday, December 16 5:00-6:30pm @ RIS
*7th and 8th grade tryouts will be tentative, and changed based on the JH Girls basketball season. Any updates will be sent out!
If you have any questions, please contact Megan Hawkins at mhawkins@rochester3a.net or (217) 498-9761 ext. 3117
Registration for the 2021-2022 RYAA basketball season is open!
Leagues for kindergarten through 6th grade boys and girls will be held in school gymnasiums this winter. Practices will begin in early December with games starting in early January. Please visit ryaasports.org to register.
Hazel Health
We want to make sure every student has the option to access our student health services from day one. Be sure to take part in our Consent for Care Drive by signing the form at my.hazel.co/rochester3a. If you have already completed the form, thank you!
Why sign up?
When students are not feeling well, they often miss more school when they can’t see a doctor. We are making doctor visits available to all students through Hazel, so they can receive medical care and return to learning faster. Wondering whether your child has allergies or a potential flu? Your child says they have a headache that just won’t go away, and you’re not sure whether it’s serious? Will you need to leave work to drop off medicine at school?
Hazel can help by providing HIPAA-compliant video doctor visits through your school nurse’s office or from home. Hazel is a trusted resource for extended student health services, including:
Medical treatment: For stomach aches, headaches, sprained ankles, asthma concerns, and everything in between
Medication: Prescriptions written or over-the-counter provided at school when needed
Coordination: With family physician and school
Sign the form at this link now to be prepared for student health this school year: my.hazel.co/rochester3a
Parents who are unable to sign the form today can still sign up at any time during the school year. We encourage you to do this early, so you are prepared for student health this year.