ROCHESTER HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
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IMPORTANT DATES - LINK TO MAJOR EVENTS CALENDAR & ATHLETIC CALENDAR
5/5/25-5/9/25 - Teacher Appreciation Week
5/7/25-5/8/25 - Madrigal Auditions
5/8/25 - Graduation Walk - 9:30-10:45 a.m. - RES, RIS & JH/HS Campuses
5/8/25 - Senior Banner Photos - (See Info Below)
5/8/ 25 - Free Physicals - (See Info Below)
5/9/25 - Senior Breakfast and Awards - (Senior Breakfast & Awards Info Letter)
5/9/25 - Baseball Senior Night - HS Baseball Field - Approximately 4:15 p.m.
5/14/25 - Graduation Practice - 1:30 p.m. - Auditorium
5/15/25 - Summer Volleyball Meetings - (See Info Below)
5/18/25 - RHS Graduation Ceremony - 7:00 p.m. @ UIS (UPDATED Graduation Letter)
5/16/25-5/21/25 - Final Exam Schedule
5/22/25 - Make-up Finals (8:05-11:15 a.m.)
OPPORTUNITIES
Order Your 2024-25 Yearbook NOW - Deadline May 16
NO DOUBLE BUS ROUTES, 5-7-25
LIBRARY CLOSED
The Library will be closed for an AP test today until further notice. Please do NOT send any students to the Library for any reason until you receive an email announcement that the testing has been completed.
GRADUATION WALK
All RHS Seniors will visit the Elementary campus, RIS campus and JH/HS campus for a Graduation Walk on Thursday, May 8 from 9:30-10:45 a.m. Seniors should bring their cap and gown to wear during their visit to the other campuses. You must have your cap and gown to participate. This event is for SENIORS ONLY! If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Tucker in the Principal’s Office.
GRADUATION LETTER TO FAMILIES - UPDATED 5.2.25
Link to Updated Graduation Letter
CLASS OF 2026 - SENIOR BANNER INFORMATION
ATTN: CURRENT JUNIORS - Senior banner sport photos will be taken on Thursday, May 8 from 3:15-4:30 p.m. (location - behind the RAC). If you are playing a sport or in the band, please come dressed in uniform with any props to the photo shoot. If you are in multiple sports, choose the uniform you want to wear and you can bring a prop for the other. Example, wear your football uniform and bring a bat if you are in football and baseball. If you are unsure whether you are playing a sport next year, please wait until you are sure. We can schedule for your photo to be taken at a later date. If you take a photo and decide not to go out, there will be a charge for the banner. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Hauck in the Athletic Office at khauck@rochester3a.net.
FREE PHYSICALS
CURRENT Freshman thru Juniors - if you are playing a sport next year, we will be having our free sport physical day on Thursday, May 8 in the RAC. Physicals start at 4:00 p.m. Please bring your form filled out. If you need a form, please see Mrs. Hauck in the Athletic Office.
MADRIGALS AUDITIONS
Auditions for the 2025-26 RHS Madrigals will be held May 7 and 8 after school in the Choir Room. Any Rochester student entering 9th-12th grade is welcome to audition, even if you're not in choir this year. The signup deadline is Wednesday, April 30. Audition details and music can be found in the document linked below. See Mr. Spear with questions! Madrigals Auditions Info & Music 2025-26
GUIDANCE OFFICE ANNOUNCEMENT
SENIORS - Please check your school email for an End of Year Survey sent by your counselor. Responses are due by Thursday, May 8.
BASEBALL SENIOR NIGHT
We will be celebrating our BASEBALL SENIORS on FRIDAY, May 9 at approximately 4:15 p.m.
LIBRARY ANNOUNCEMENT
All library books are due next Monday, May 12. If you have lost your library book please see Mrs. Doherty in the Library.
GIRLS GOLF INFORMATIONAL MEETING
We’re gearing up for an exciting 2025–2026 season and kicking things off with an Informational Parent/Player Meeting! Whether you're a returning player or new to the game, this meeting is for all incoming 9th–12th grade girls who are interested in joining the Rockets Girls Golf Team next season! The meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 13 at 6:00 p.m. at the Rochester 2-3 Building. For questions or more information, contact Coach Boulanger at mboulanger@rochester3a.net.
2025-2026 STUDENT COUNCIL
Any Freshman-Junior interested in being a member of the 2025-2026 Student Council should complete the application and essay by next Thursday, May 15. Application information here.
SUMMER VOLLEYBALL ANNOUNCEMENT
There will be an Informational Meeting for PLAYERS next Thursday, May 15 during Rocket Time in Mrs. Green’s Room (3159), and for PARENTS next Thursday, May 15 at 5:00 p.m. in the High School Library to go over summer volleyball schedule and details.
2024-2025 YEARBOOKS ON SALE NOW
LAST CHANCE - The 2024-2025 RHS Rocket Yearbook is on sale now through MAY 16. LINK to purchase the RHS 2024-2025 Yearbook 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! If you cannot remember if you purchased a yearbook yet for this year, please email Mrs. Tucker at stucker@rochester3a.net.
TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK - MAY 5-9
Teacher Appreciation Week is next week! The HS PTO needs your help! We would like to provide lunch for the HS Staff and would love for families to help make that happen! You can make a donation at PayPal - (RHS PTO @rhsrocketspto) or you can mail in a donation to - Rochester HS PTO - Attn: Kendra Jones, 1 Rocket Drive, Rochester, IL 62563 Any donation is greatly appreciated!
EXPLORERS PROGRAM
If you are interested in applying for the Sangamon County Sheriff Explorers Program, please visit Explorers Info Link. More information can be found on the Announcements on the Class Canvas pages.
ROCKET BLANKETS FOR SALE
On May 1, prices will go back to $75!! Blankets are IN STOCK and available immediately! These are not sport specific. All proceeds go to the RHS Girls Soccer team. ROCHESTER ROCKETS
SUMMER SPORT CAMP INFORMATION
Summer Camp Brochure - 2025 Golf Camp, 2025 Football Camp, 2025 Girls Basketball Camp, 2025 Soccer Camp, 2025 Softball Camp, 2025 Boys Basketball Camp, 2025 Volleyball Camp
25-26 PRE-K INFORMATION
If you are interested in enrolling your child in the Rochester PreK Program for the 25-26 school year, please fill out a 25-26 PreK Application located at Rochester3a.net/o/res. Please contact Sloane Huddleston at 217-498-6210, Ext. 61522 or shuddleston@rochester3a.net if you have any questions.
ATTENDANCE EMAILS & PHONE CALLS
ALL attendance information (absences, doctors notes, vacation, pre-arranged absences, college visits, etc.) should be sent to Mrs. Basan-Welch in Student Services by email vbasanwelch@rochester3a.net or by phone 217-498-9761, Ext. 53105.
LUNCH
Wednesday's Menu
Rocket Line: Chicken Alfredo
Corner Crust Pizza: Bosco Sticks and Hot Pockets
Custom Brother’s Grill: Pretzel Bites
Salad Bar
Thursday's Menu
Rocket Line: Scrambled Eggs and Sausage
Corner Crust Pizza: Cheese & Pepperoni Pizza
Custom Brother’s Grill: Cheese Curds
Salad Bar
WEEK AT A GLANCE
May 7 - “A” Day
May 8 - “B” Day
May 9 - “A” Day