Good Morning Rochester Intermediate School Students and Staff!
Today is Wednesday, May 7th, 2025
Happy Birthday
Eleanor Davis, Matilda Davis, Avery Fleming and Isabelle Kinney!
Bus Announcements
No double routes today.
*All transportation questions need to be directed to the Bus Garage (217)498-9834
Today’s lunch menu includes:
Popcorn Chicken
Cheese Quesadilla
Mojo Chicken Bowl
Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza
Chicken Patty
Important Dates
Thursday, May 15th - Fine Arts Festival at High School Auditorium
Thursday, May 22nd - Last Day of School - 11:15 dismissal
JR HIGH GIRLS BASKETBALL
There will be a meeting for any 6th grade girl interested in playing Jr. High Girls Basketball next year in Mr. Rose's room on Thursday (5/8), at 7:30 AM.
Fine Arts Night
The RIS Fine Arts Festival will be held on Thursday May 15th
at the Rochester Fine Arts Auditorium (on the Route 29 West Campus)!
Schedule Of Events
5:00 Fifth Grade Band
5:30 Sixth Grade Band followed by Jazz Band
6:45 Sixth Grade Swing Choir…
Student Artwork will also be showcased in back area
of the Auditorium beginning at 4:30 PM.
Teacher Appreciation Week: May 5–9
The PTO is excited to celebrate our amazing RIS teachers with a full week of gratitude, treats, and thoughtful surprises; and we’d love your help to make it extra special! Each day has a theme and a way for families to get involved:
Wednesday: Press Your Luck!
We’re planning a fun gift card giveaway where teachers pick a mystery envelope with a surprise inside. We’re asking for $15–$50 gift cards to stores, restaurants, and local businesses our staff will enjoy—such as Amazon, Target, Starbucks, or favorite local spots.
Please drop off gift cards at the RIS office by Friday, May 2 or donate funds toward gift card purchases via PayPal:https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/2ENY8C6W6N4T2
Thursday: Treat Your Teacher
Have your child bring a handwritten note, drawing, or small treat for their teacher or a staff member. A simple gesture can go a long way!
Friday: Snack Attack!
6th grade families will wrap up the week by stocking the lounge with sweet and savory snacks for our staff to enjoy.
Sign up to help here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4FAAA723A3F5CF8-56549334-risteacher
Parents of 4th Grade interested in Band
Follow this link to find a drive regarding information about signing up for band if you were unable to attend the meetings on 4/17 & 4/24! There is also information on non mandatory after school band lessons. Please email with any additional questions at troberts@rochester3a.net!
RIS Supports the Chatham Community
At our last meeting, Student Council discussed the desire to help out our friends in the Chatham community. Students brainstormed ideas and came up with a week to honor/support them. Student Council will be sponsoring a "Threads of Hope" Week, which will take place May 12-16th. RIS students are encouraged to donate money to their homeroom teacher to participate in these dress up days. We will collect all donations at the end of the week and make a donation on behalf of RIS to the YNOT Afterschool Program. More information on dress up days here!
JH Softball tryouts for 6th, 7th and 8th girls
Tryouts for Jr High Softball will be July 28th and July 29th. Please click this link for more information!
RIS PTO Needs Volunteers!
We’re looking for new board members and volunteers to help lead the RIS PTO for the 2025–2026 school year. Several current members are stepping down as their children move on to junior high, and we need your help to keep the PTO going!
Sign up or learn more here: https://forms.gle/aARTrRupYygM2H9y7
The Rochester High School: Rocket Poms are excited to host our tenth annual Lil’ Sis Summer Dance Camp!
Camp will be held at RES 2-3 and will run June 4th-6th, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. each day. Fill out the digital registration link, or email reservations to Coach Debbie Dobbins Kramer at dkramer@rochester3a.net. Registration will be permitted the day of the event, but t-shirt quantities may be limited. Payment can be sent with your child on the day of the clinic. Checks should be made payable to RHS Poms.
Digital Registration Link: https://forms.gle/ZAnipdME6dAHn7zm8
Flyer Attached
SCHOOL SUPPLY KITS
Dear Parents, Great news! We are offering a school supply kit program this year, so there's no need to head to the store. Supply orders include the exact colors, quantities, and brands your teachers have approved for the class. Get your Back to School shopping taken care of with one easy kit!
Place your orders by: June 6, 2025
Order Online: https://www.shopttkits.com/
Enter our school's account number: 15879
Questions? Contact rochesterjuniorhighpto@gmail.com
25-26 PREK 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 at 498-6210 ext. 61522 or shuddleston@rochester3a.net if you have any questions.
ROCHESTER SUMMER SPORTS CAMPS
The Rochester Summer Sports Camps are designed to give boys and girls of all levels - beginners to advanced - the opportunity to develop their individual skills under the guidance and direction of the Rochester High School coaching staff. Please click this link for more information!
Boys Basketball:
Community Open gyms are being moved to Thursday nights this year.
Beginning May 1st in the RAC. There will be no community open gyms in June due to renovations being completed in the RAC. They will start back up on Thursdays in July and run through October.
Open Gym Times
Grades 4th – 8th (6:00 – 7:00)
High schoolers and up (7:00 – 8:30)
ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES
SPORTS ANNOUNCEMENT
If your student plans to participate in sports this school year '24-'25. Registration is open. At that time, please visit Athletic Registration to register your athlete. Please go under the 'more' tab and choose athletic registration. 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.
Are you a true Rochester Rockets fan? Now you can show your support wherever you go with our exclusive Rochester Rockets License Plate Covers!
Where to Buy:
Rochester Junior High Front Office
Cocoa Blue Chocolates in Rochester
Cost: $10.00 each, cash only
Blastoff Kids Academy
Information and an application for our district-based daycare can be found at https://www.rochester3a.net/page/blastoffkidsacademy
Transportation Changes
All transportation changes must be submitted to the office no later than 2:00pm. Please call the office at 217-498-6215 or email your changes to Mrs. Howie at chowie@rochester3a.net or Mrs. Lovett at clovett@rochester3a.net. Any request for transportation changes past 2:00 pm cannot be accepted. Thank you for your cooperation!
Parent Pick-up:
For parent pick-up at the end of the day, we prefer the line system. All parents should remain in their vehicles and follow the pick-up line around and to the front of the building. You may also choose to park in the spots in the parking lot. It is our preference that you use the line system, however if you choose to park, please come to the front of the building and escort your student to the vehicle safely. Under no circumstances should students be walking across the parking lot unescorted. Thank you for your help with this!
Lunch Balances
The low lunch balance alerts have been reactivated for all families. You will get an alert when your lunch balance is below $5.00. If you choose to shut off the alert, you will no longer get any school announcements.