ROCHESTER HIGH SCHOOL
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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NEW TODAY AT RHS
BUS INFORMATION - 9.6.23
Those students who ride on Buses 4, 5, 7 and 28 should report to the Cafeteria after school and wait for your shuttle bus to take you home.
All RHS and RJHS students who ride Bus 3 or 20 should get on Bus 20. These students will be taken home immediately after leaving RHS/RJHS so only those students should be on Bus 20.
All RHS and RJHS students who ride Bus 10 or 19 should get on Bus 10. These students will be taken home immediately after leaving RHS/RJHS so only those students should be on Bus 10.
PHYSICS CLUB MEETING
The first meeting of the Physics Club will be on Tuesday, September 12 at 7:40 a.m. in Mrs. Boyer's Room (3156). If you have not signed up for Physics Club yet, please do so before the meeting.
BIG BUDDY INFORMATION
Juniors and Seniors that are interested in being a Big Buddy please complete the survey that was emailed to you earlier this week. Please help make a difference in a younger Rockets life.
SENIOR ASSEMBLY - THURSDAY - 9.7.23
There will be a Senior Class Assembly TOMORROW, Thursday, September 7 during Rocket Time in the Auditorium. Please check in with your Rocket Time for attendance and then report to the Auditorium for the assembly.
DENTAL EXAM VISIT AT SCHOOL
The Rochester School District will be hosting Miles of Smiles, Ltd., a mobile dentist program. Miles of Smiles provides preventative dental services in our school to eligible students in all grades. Services may include a dental exam, cleaning, fluoride, and sealants, where needed, to students who have pre-registered. The medical card and All Kids covers this visit 100%. Services performed are billed to: Medicaid/All Kids, county grantees via the IDPH Dental Sealant Grant Program*, various granting agencies, & private insurance. Miles of Smiles, Ltd. accepts reimbursement status as final payment. Families and schools are never billed for copayments, deductibles, or balances. This exam does qualify for the required dental exam for K, 2nd, 6th, and 9th grade students due by May 15, 2024. It also qualifies for next year's dental requirements if you have a current 1st, 5th, or 8th grader. If you are interested in the program, please complete the linked form and return to your school nurse as soon as possible. A copy of this form can be sent home with your student by request. Please return completed forms by 9/29/2023. Once forms are collected Miles of Smiles will set a date for our visit. Contact your school nurse, see attached handout, or checkout the Miles of Smiles Website for additional information.
KNIGHTS ACTION PARK INFO
Knights Action Park is looking for workers for their 2nd Fright Knight's Action Park event. They are looking for actors, acting coaches, makeup artists and crew members for setting up and tearing down. The event runs every weekend in October. Applications are available in the golf range at Knight's Action Park.
FINANCIAL AID NIGHT
SENIORS: Financial Aid Night will be held on Wednesday, November 8 at 6:00 p.m. in the HS Fine Arts Auditorium.
GOLF TEAM RESULTS - 9.5.23
GENERAL INFORMATION
SCHOOL PICTURES
Order online at the Link to Purchase School Pictures. If you have any questions or concerns, please email Mrs. Tucker at stucker@rochester3a.net.
HOMECOMING 2023 INFORMATION
When: Saturday, September 23, 2023 from 8:00-11:00 p.m.
Where: Rochester JH Gym
Cost: $15.00 per Person - You will pay at the door.
Students need to bring their Student ID. Guest forms for non-Rochester students to attend the Homecoming Dance will be available from Mrs. Lessman in Student Services. Guest forms will be due Wednesday, September 20 by 3:05 p.m. to Mrs. Lessman in Student Services. If you have any questions about the guest form, please contact Mrs. Lessman in Student Services.
HOMECOMING 2023 SPIRIT DAYS
Monday, September 18 - Jersey Day
Tuesday, September 19 - Twin Day
Wednesday, September 20 - USA Day
Thursday, September 21 - Decade Day
Freshmen - 1950’s
Sophomore -1960’s
Junior - 1970’s
Senior - 1980’s
Friday, September 22 - Orange and Blue Day
RHS HOMECOMING PARADE INFORMATION
This year’s Rochester High School Homecoming Parade will be on Wednesday, September 20 at 5:30 p.m. This year’s theme is “USA/American Patriotism”. To sign up your sport/club/business, please fill out the form at: Homecoming Parade Sign Up Link.
SPANISH CLUB INFO
If you paid your $5.00 dues AND filled out the form for Spanish Club, you should have received an email from Srta. Miller this morning confirming your club membership. If you paid, but did not receive an email, please reach out to Srta. Miller or Sra. Veenstra ASAP.
ART CLUB INFORMATION
Art Club will start on September 11 in Mrs. Bell's Art Room (1129) from 3:15-4:15 p.m. Please email Mrs. Bell at sbell@rochester3a.net if you are interested and she will add you to the Canvas page.
SCHOLASTIC BOWL INFORMATION
There will be an informational meeting for anyone interested in joining the RHS Scholastic Bowl Team on Monday, September 18 in the Library at 3:15 p.m. for interested students and their parents. Please reach out to Ms. Nordstrom at enordstrom@rochester3a.net with any questions.
JUNIORS: PSAT/NMSQT INFORMATION
RHS is offering the PSAT/NMSQT on Wednesday, October 11. Students who take the PSAT/NMSQT and meet other program entry requirements specified in the PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide will enter the National Merit Scholarship Program, an academic competition for recognition and scholarships conducted by National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC). This test is optional for students. The cost is $18. Checks may be made payable to Rochester High School. Payment needs to be given to Mrs. Schudel in Student Services by September 11.
SHADOW HANSON DAY INFO
Rochester has been invited along with all of the Central Illinois Area schools to participate in Shadow Hanson on Friday, October 13 at the Bank of Springfield Center from 9:00 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. This day will consist of exploring the different engineering disciplines through interactive stations and a guest speaker. There are a very limited number of spots available for this free event so if you are interested please complete this form by Friday, September 8. Students will be contacted by September 15 to let them know if they are able to attend. If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Flynn at sflynn@rochester3a.net or stop by the Technology Office. Info Flyer
2023-2024 RHS YEARBOOKS ON SALE NOW
The 2023-2024 RHS Rocket Yearbook is on sale now for $67.00 until September 15, the price will increase after this date. ALL sales for books will be online this year. Click Jostens RHS Yearbook Sales to order your yearbook TODAY! Just a reminder that we do not purchase an excess of extra yearbooks, so if you want a yearbook, please make sure to order it NOW! Jostens Yearbook Info Sheet
GREECE TRIP 2024
There is still room and time to sign up for the upcoming trip to Greece. Students, parents, and friends are welcome to travel on this educational tour during July 2024. If this opportunity interests you, please email either Ms. Bilyeu, mbilyeu@rochester3a.net or Ms. Wycoff, lwycoff@rochester3a.net for more information soon! The price for new enrollees will increase on October 1.
PARKING
If you plan on driving a vehicle to school this year, you must fill out the parking survey and pay the parking fee. If you have not already completed the survey, please do so ASAP, Rochester HS Parking Survey. Please make sure you are parking in the correct parking spot. Also, all students that park in the back lot will be required to enter through the MPR doors. Students should not be entering any of the other doors on the back side of the HS. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Tucker in the Principal’s Office.
RHS PTO INFORMATION
The RHS PTO is wanting to let you know of an easy way to donate to our organization. RHS does not use Supply Lists like the younger grades, so the RHS PTO helps collect items for HS teachers to start the year. You can make a donation at PayPal - (RHS PTO @rhsrocketspto) OR you can visit our Amazon Wish List at RHS PTO Wish List. The money collected helps buy supplies for the school and helps provide meals for Parent/Teacher conferences and treats during Teacher Appreciation Week. Any donation is greatly appreciated!
THEATRE DEPARTMENT INFO
Though the Spring Semester is far away, it’s never too early to start planning. If you are interested in participating in the Theatre Department in any capacity this year, please fill out the Theatre Department Interest Form. Thank you for your input! Let's have a great year! If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Ms. Geyston at sygeyston@rochester3a.net.
CONCESSION STAND SIGN UP
Students, Fall sports are in Full Swing and we need your help with concessions. Earn Club U volunteer hours! Sign up here FALL SPORT STUDENT CONCESSION SIGN UP
AUDIO ESSAY CONTEST
The Rochester VFW is sponsoring the Voice of Democracy audio essay contest. Winners can receive scholarship monies at the local post, district, state, and national levels. Please see Mr. Fitzgerald in Room 1135 for an entry form and more information. Entries are due to Mr. Fitzgerald by October 31.
JUNIORS & SENIORS:
St. John’s College of Nursing in Springfield, Illinois offers an after school program to teach Sangamon County high school juniors and seniors about nurses and their community. There are 12 Wednesday night sessions spread throughout October, November, December, February, March, and April. Sessions will take place at St. John’s simulation center from 4:30-7:30 p.m. Students must have their own transportation. Dinner will be provided. To apply, contact amanda.winter@sjcs.edu or alisha.williams@sjcs.edu. Applications are due September 22!
DOCTORS NOTES
Please make sure that doctor’s notes are being brought to Mrs. Lessman in Student Services after the appointment.
ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES
SPORTS ANNOUNCEMENT
If your student plans to participate in one of our upcoming sports seasons, please visit RHS RSchool to register your athlete. We will also need an updated physical on file. Don’t forget to subscribe to “notify me” for your child’s sport, this allows you to get automatic notifications of any schedule changes. If you need to check your child’s physical date or have any questions about the registration process, please contact Kim Hauck at khauck@rochester3a.net.
COLLEGE VISITS
SEPTEMBER
Sept. 6 - University of Illinois - 1:00-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
Sept. 7 - United States Army - 11:40-12:10 - RHS Cafeteria
Sept. 12 - LLCC - 11:30-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
Sept. 12 - SIU - 11:40-12:10 - RHS Cafeteria
Sept. 19 - Army National Guard - 11:30-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
Sept. 26 - United States Marine Corps - 11:30-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
LUNCH
Wednesday’s Menu
Rocket Line: Chicken and Dumplings
Corner Crust Pizza: BBQ Chicken Pizza
Custom Brother’s Grill: Bosco Sticks
Salad Bar
Thursday’s Menu
Rocket Line: French Toast Sticks & Sausage
Corner Crust Pizza: Meatball Pizza
Custom Brother’s Grill: Bacon Cheeseburger
Salad Bar
WEEK AT A GLANCE
September 6 “A” Day
September 7 “B” Day
September 8 “A” Day