ROCHESTER HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENT
Friday, April 15, 2022
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NEW TODAY AT RHS
APRIL 18 - NO SCHOOL
BASEBALL SENIOR NIGHT
Tonight is Senior Night for the Baseball team! Come out and support the team and the Class of 2022 as they take on Porta HS. Game time is 4:30 p.m. with Senior Recognition before the game (approximately 4:15-4:20).
SALSA NIGHT INFORMATION
Spanish Club will hold Salsa Night on Thursday, April 21 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the HS Commons. I hope that you are looking forward to a night of Salsa dancing, as well as eating chips and salsa. The event is free for current members of the Spanish Club. Others outside of the Spanish Club may come, but there is a $5 entry fee. There will be a salsa-making competition. If you intend to enter, please fill out this form. Remember, you MUST bring the recipe/list of ingredients on the form to Salsa Night. Otherwise, your salsa will not be served. Please let Mrs. Veenstra or Miss Miller know if you have any questions.
JAZZ NIGHT INFORMATION
Rochester's Annual Jazz Night will be held in the JH Gymnasium on Saturday, April 23 at 5:00 p.m. Featured groups will include the 6th Grade Jazz Band under the direction of Cathy Parker, the JH and High School Vocal Jazz groups under the direction of Josh Spear, and the JH and High School Jazz Bands under the direction of Dennis Jones. Tickets are available for the catered meal, or general admission can be purchased online by this link by April 18th. Rochester Jazz Night Tickets Tickets are $15. The meal includes a garden salad, entree choice of Ham or Cheese Lasagna, sides, and dessert. Dinner tickets must be purchased by Monday, April 18. After this date, only general admission (bleacher) tickets will be available. Please contact Mr. Jones or Mr. Spear with any questions.
GIRLS TRACK ANNOUNCEMENT
LEARNING COMMONS ANNOUCEMENT:
The Learning Commons is closed all day today.
CACC REMINDERS
Just a reminder that CACC is closed on both Friday, April 15 and Monday, April 18. We DO have regular classes at Rochester this Friday but you will be dismissed for the day once you are done here.
GENERAL INFORMATION
BASKETBALL FUNDRAISER PICKUP
Pickup for all players that participated in the Krispy Kreme fundraiser is Saturday morning, April 16 from 8:00-10:00 a.m. at the RAC.
EGG YOUR HOUSE FUNDRAISER!
Eggs will be delivered on Saturday, April 16. Please contact Coach Alexandra Wagner (awagner@rochester3a.net) with any questions.
SPANISH CLUB ANNOUNCEMENT
If you would like to order a Spanish club shirt, please fill out the form on Canvas by no later than Friday, April 15. Information about the cost and payment can be found on the Canvas form.
SOFTBALL TEAM FUNDRAISER
The Rocket Softball team will be pre-selling Avanti’s Gondolas from April 12-April 19, as a team fundraiser. You can contact a player or Coach Howard to place your order. Gondola halves are $5 each. Pick up will be on Saturday, April 23 at the Rochester Athletic Complex (RAC) between 12:00-1:00 p.m. Please contact Coach Howard via email, lhoward@rochester3a.net if you have any questions.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS
Link to Concession Volunteer Sign Up and Service Hours for Tree Planting
ROCHESTER INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL PTO FUNDRAISER
Razzo's - Better Together - check out this flyer for full details!
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 p.m. 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 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 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. PAC@ROCHESTER You may email our Fine Arts Coordinator, Mr. Bauser with any questions bbauser@rochester3a.net.
BASEBALL TICKETS
The HS baseball team is selling tickets to the STL Cardinals vs Arizona Diamondbacks game on Sunday, May 1 at 1:15 p.m. Tickets are located in the RF Box- 1st Level. Cost is $30.00 per ticket through the team ($46 through the Cardinals website).
VOTER REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Link to Voter Registration Information
PROM 2022
When: Saturday, May 7 from 8:00-11:00 p.m.
Where: Artisans Building, Illinois State Fairgrounds
More information is coming soon!
AFTER PROM INFORMATION
Please see this link for information - After Prom Student Information
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. Summer Sport Camp Info Sheet If you have any questions please contact Angie Butler at abutler@rochester3a.net.
RHS PTO INFORMATION
Happy 2022! The RHS PTO is wanting to let you know of an easy way to donate to our organization. You can make a donation at PayPal. - RHS PTO @rhsrocketspto
The money collected helps buy supplies for the school and helps provide meals for Parent/Teacher conferences. In the past we have also purchased items for Teacher Appreciation Week. Any donation is greatly appreciated!
2021-2022 RHS YEARBOOKS ON SALE NOW
The 2021-2022 RHS Rocket Yearbook is on sale now for $59. 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!
SHIELD CONSENT TESTING LINK - Testing LINK
HAZEL HEALTH INFORMATION
On-demand health services include: Medical treatment, Medication and Coordination. Parents - Please sign the Consent for Care form to ensure your child has access to these services: my.hazel.co/rochester3a. If you have already completed the form, thank you!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS AND PARENTS
Parking Pass - If you need to get a parking sticker, please fill out the Parking Survey. If you are driving a different vehicle to school for any reason you need to fill out this form on a daily basis so we know that it is in the parking lot. If you have to drive a different vehicle for 3 days then please fill out the form on all 3 days. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Tucker at stucker@rochester3a.net.
Tech Help: Tech Help Desk Request Ticket
Rochester Rockets App - Info here or the instructions on our website. Download today!
ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES
BOYS BASKETBALL OPEN GYMS
Every Thursday in the RAC
6:30-7:30 p.m. - Current 3rd graders thru current 8th graders
7:30-9:00 p.m. - High School
Please contact Coach Gavin (tgavin@inb.com) with any questions.
ATHLETE REGISTRATION & PAYMENT INFO
If your student plans to participate in one of our upcoming sports seasons, please visit https://rochesterhs.rschoolteams.com/ to register your athlete. We will also need an updated physical on file. Any questions, please contact Angie Butler at abutler@rochester3a.net. Here is the link to the spring athletic payment - SPRING SEASON ATHLETIC FEE ONLINE PAYMENT
COLLEGE VISITS
April 20 - LLCC - 11:40-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
April 21 - Air Force - 11:40-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
April 26 - St. John's College of Nursing - 11:40-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
May 3 - LLCC - 11:40-1:30 - RHS Cafeteria
LUNCH
Friday’s Menu
Rocket Line: Pizza Bosco Sticks
Corner Crust Pizza: Hawaiian Pizza
Custom Brother’s Grill: Corn Dog
Salad Bar: Chef Salad
Tuesday’s Menu
Rocket Line: Chicken and Noodles
Corner Crust Pizza: Meatlover’s Pizza
Custom Brother’s Grill: Curly Fries
Salad Bar: Taco Salad
WEEK AT A GLANCE
April 18 - No School
April 19 - “B” Day
April 20 - “A” Day
April 21 - “B” Day
April 22 - “A” Day
LOOKING AHEAD
May 19-25 - Spring 2022 Final Exam Schedule