Good Morning Rochester Intermediate School Students and Staff!
Today is Monday, May 2, 2022
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 today to…
Roman Cornell
Peyton Cottrill
Brock Day
Cadan Kunz
Willow Lovett
Gavin Utterback
Today’s lunch menu includes…
Chicken Nachos
Chicken Patty
Chicken Nuggets
Cheese & Pepperoni Pizza
Beefy Nachos
RIS Inclusion Week May 2nd- May 6th
Monday, May 2nd - IDENTITY - Be comfortable being you; wear your pajamas
Tuesday, May 3rd - DIVERSITY - Differences are beautiful; wear mismatched/crazy socks
Wednesday, May 4th - JUSTICE - Better together; wear Rockets orange and blue
Thursday, May 5th - UPSTANDER - Take action if something is wrong; wear superhero clothes
Friday, May 8th - COMPASSION - Color the school with kindness; wear tie dye or rainbow colors
Sixth Grade Swing Choir
Reminder, today (Monday) is a Fine Arts Rehearsal after school. We will review the Thriller Dance Choreography with Mrs. Fox from 3:15-4:15 PM and then run all Sony and skits in the RIS Music Room until 5:00.
Please remember to be respectful, be responsible, and be safe and choose to make today great!
Rochester Rockets Girls Golf Fundraiser
In need of new Rocket wear? Check out the online store using this LINK to support the girls golf team today! All orders must be placed on or before May 8.
Thank you in advance for your support!
-Michelle Boulanger
Beginning Band Information
If you were unable to attend the parent information meeting on April 25th, don't worry!! Your child can still join band! Please see the link below to access the presentation that was shared, and send any questions you might have to Mrs. Parker at cparker@rochester3a.net
Beginning Band Information Presentation
Instrument Rental Night will be held Monday, May 2nd from 5:30 - 7:30pm at RIS. Representatives from The Music Shoppe will be on hand to assist with instrument rental or purchase options, as well as any supplies to help your student get started on their music journey!
To assist with traffic (and make your time spent at the school that evening shorter!), please consider attending the event at the following times based on the first letter of your last name**:
A-G @5:30, H-N @6:00, O-T @6:30, U-Z @7:00pm
**If the recommended time does not work for your family feel free to attend at whatever time is convenient for your family during the 5:30-7:30 window.
Students that rent or purchase their instruments at the May 2nd event (or before May 9th) can take advantage of FREE* after school group lessons the last two weeks of May!
*Exact dates will be assigned by instrument, more details to come!
Our Next Better Together! Mockingbird Bakery
Please check out this flyer for full details!!
Mockingbird Bakery—129 S. John St.
Wednesday 5/4/22 3:30-5:30pm
Spring Cookie Box featuring 3 iced flower sugar cookies and 3 chocolate chip cookies for $20. Order between April 19th-April 26th by calling Mockingbird Bakery at 217-498-1354.
A portion of sales will benefit the RIS PTO—this is one of several BETTER
TOGETHER fundraisers—watch for another partnership coming soon!
Valid these dates only; only 60 boxes will be sold
RIS Inclusion Week May 2nd- May 6th
Monday, May 2nd - IDENTITY - Be comfortable being you; wear your pajamas
Tuesday, May 3rd - DIVERSITY - Differences are beautiful; wear mismatched/crazy socks
Wednesday, May 4th - JUSTICE - Better together; wear Rockets orange and blue
Thursday, May 5th - UPSTANDER - Take action if something is wrong; wear superhero clothes
Friday, May 8th - COMPASSION - Color the school with kindness; wear tie dye or rainbow colors
2022-2023 Poms Tryouts
Tryouts for the 2022-2023 High School and Junior High School Rocket Poms will be held at Rochester Elementary 2-3 building April 25th - April 29th. Current 6th and 7th graders are encouraged to audition for the junior high team. Clinics for junior high applicants will begin around 3:30 p.m. and will dismiss at 5:30 p.m. Current 8th through 11th graders will audition for the high school team. Clinics for high school applicants will begin around 4:00 p.m. and will dismiss at 6:00 p.m. All clinics will be closed to spectators. Tryouts will be judged on Friday, April 29th. More specific details will be discussed on April 25th with the team candidates. Dancers should contact Coach Kramer at dkramer@rochester3a.net to receive an application packet and discuss scheduling conflicts.
Boys Basketball Open Gyms
Every Thursday in the RAC
Current 3rd graders thru current 8th graders 6:30-7:30
High School 7:30-9
Please contact Coach Gavin (tgavin@inb.com) with any questions
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 pm 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 9-4 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. You may email our Fine Arts Coordinator, Mr. Bauser with any questions bbauser@rochester3a.net.
The registration portal for the performing arts camps is now open. Registration must be completed by May 13. Payment is due at time of registration. Camp is open to any student entering the 3rd grade through completion of 9th grade. Come join the fun at PAC@ROCHESTER. Here is the link PAC@ROCHESTER You may email any questions to Mr. Bauser at bbauser@rochester3a.net.
Summer Sport Camp Registration
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. If you have any questions please contact Angie Butler at abutler@rochester3a.net.
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.