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June 5, 2017
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SPOTLIGHT ON INSTRUCTION
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At the end of each football unit in Mr. Fox's Team Sports classes, students get the opportunity to play in the "Fox Bowl." This game is a two-day, full-field, flag football game played between graduates of West and Reuther middle schools. This game provides students some insight about the ins and outs of how to prepare for and play in an actual game of football. The West vs. Reuther matchup creates a fun and spirited atmosphere in which students can showcase their football talents. This spring Reuther defeated West 28-12 in Mr. Fox's first hour, but West won 32-28 in 6th hour. The "Fox Bowl" has always created an exciting and authentic setting for which students can apply their football knowledge and skills.
CONSTRUCTION CORNER
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2017 FALCONS OF DISTINCTION
2017 HONORS CONVOCATION
END OF THE YEAR SENIOR DATES
June 6: Mandatory Commencement Rehearsal: 11:30 a.m., Oakland University O’rena, Commencement Ceremony 7:00 p.m., Oakland University O’rena (Graduates must arrive by 6:00 p.m.), Senior All-Night Party 10:30 p.m.- 5:00 a.m., Dave & Buster's Utica
Please click the following links for pictures of Prom, Senior Walk, and Honors Convocation.
Please click the following links for pictures of Prom, Senior Walk, and Honors Convocation.
2017 SENIOR WALK
PROM 2017
BPA STUDENTS WIN AT NATIONAL CONFERENCE
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The Business Professionals of America held their 2017 National Leadership Conference in Orlando, Florida on May 10-14 at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort. We were thrilled to have the following 8 RHS students attend this national event; Katherine Lee, Vamsi Bidthanapally, Rami Sbahi, Kartik Soni, Yash Kumar, Jade Kim, Tej Seth, and Delna Sholapurwalla.
A special congratulations to Katherine Lee who received 1st in the nation for Payroll Accounting and Vamsi Bidthanapally, who placed 9th for Business Meeting Management Concepts.
All of the students represented RHS with a high level of integrity and class. We are so proud of all of their accomplishments and are extremely excited to see what they are going to do in BPA for the years to come!
A special congratulations to Katherine Lee who received 1st in the nation for Payroll Accounting and Vamsi Bidthanapally, who placed 9th for Business Meeting Management Concepts.
All of the students represented RHS with a high level of integrity and class. We are so proud of all of their accomplishments and are extremely excited to see what they are going to do in BPA for the years to come!
2018 BOSTON TRIP
Rochester High is excited to announce Rochester High School’s trip to Boston, MA! It will take place Saturday, May 12 – Tuesday, May 15, 2018. This trip will be open to all students enrolled in AP US History and AP Government in 2017/2018.
We will be partnering with Close Up, a non-profit organization that since 1971 has provided hands-on educational programs for nearly 800,000 students and teachers from across the country. Using Boston as a living classroom, students will get a ‘close up’ view of American history, government, and democracy in action. Close Up trains its own staff of full-time teaching fellows to partner with our teachers to deliver an engaging and exciting curriculum that helps students connect what they are seeing and experiencing to what they have learned in school.
During our time in Boston, students will have the opportunity to visit many key institutions and historic sites—highlights include the Freedom Trail, Plimoth Plantation, Salem, and social activities. Students will also explore the legislative process by participating as a Senator-in-training at the Senator Edward Kennedy Institute.
Please email Mr. Zwolinski (czwolinski@rochester.k12.mi.us) or Mrs. Matthews (lmatthews1@rochester.k12.mi.us) with any questions.
We will be partnering with Close Up, a non-profit organization that since 1971 has provided hands-on educational programs for nearly 800,000 students and teachers from across the country. Using Boston as a living classroom, students will get a ‘close up’ view of American history, government, and democracy in action. Close Up trains its own staff of full-time teaching fellows to partner with our teachers to deliver an engaging and exciting curriculum that helps students connect what they are seeing and experiencing to what they have learned in school.
During our time in Boston, students will have the opportunity to visit many key institutions and historic sites—highlights include the Freedom Trail, Plimoth Plantation, Salem, and social activities. Students will also explore the legislative process by participating as a Senator-in-training at the Senator Edward Kennedy Institute.
Please email Mr. Zwolinski (czwolinski@rochester.k12.mi.us) or Mrs. Matthews (lmatthews1@rochester.k12.mi.us) with any questions.
BOOK RETURN VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
We are in need of volunteers to help with the end of year book check in. Please grab a friend and spend a few hours helping out at RHS. Sign up here!
BAND RECOGNITION NIGHT
The Rochester High School bands held their annual Social and Recognition Night in the Mall on Monday, May 22. There was a half hour social with delicious desserts and beverages to start the evening and then the presentation of recognition and awards were handed out. All of the bands were represented with members and families of students in the Concert Band, Symphony Band, Wind Ensemble, Falcon Marching Band, Pep Band and Jazz Band. Dozens of awards were given to the musicians along with several special achievement awards. At the end of the evening, the new student leaders, including the two new Drum Majors were announced for the Falcon Marching Band!
COLLEGE 101 SESSION
Attention Juniors! If you would like to get a jump start on your college applications this summer Mr. Green is hosting College 101 on Wednesday, June 14 at 2:40 in the Generic Lab. You will learn how to search and apply to colleges, send transcripts and test scores, as well as have your college application questions answered. The session will end at 3:30 and space is limited. You can sign up on the counseling website under "College Visits" or visit the counseling office. Please see your counselor or Mr. Green with questions.
SENIOR ALL NIGHT PARTY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
RHS Parents - Your help is needed! A few critical volunteers are still needed for the Senior All Night Party on Tuesday, June 6. Freshman/Sophmore/Junior parents are welcome! Please sign up here!
Contact Kari Williams with any questions regarding volunteering for this event at karilee_williams@yahoo.com or 248-933-6328.
Contact Kari Williams with any questions regarding volunteering for this event at karilee_williams@yahoo.com or 248-933-6328.
SPRING BAND CONCERT
On Wednesday, May 17 the Rochester High School Bands and Mr. David A. Uhrig, Director of Bands presented their Spring Spectacular concert! The Concert Band, Symphony Band and Wind Ensemble each performed three beautiful selections in front of an appreciative audience. It is an RHS tradition that at the spring concert, one senior is the featured solo artist who takes center stage and is accompanied by the Wind Ensemble. This year’s soloist was Kane Phillips on Alto Saxophone playing “Concerto in Eb” by Glazunov/trans. Kreines. Kane received a standing ovation after his incredible performance! Thank you to everyone who show their support for all of these fine musicians!
PHYSICS VISITS CEDAR POINT
On May 18 the Physics students traveled to Cedar Point for physics and math week. During this week Cedar Point hosts special presentations, demonstrations and hands on exhibits from science organizations and universities. Students applied the principles learned in class to engaging, complex, real world systems. Estimation and solving basic analytical design problems are emphasized. They were able to experience the laws of physics in motion, and practice the application of math and science while enjoying amusement park excitement.
NEW RHS EQUESTRIAN TEAM
Any horse crazy students want to show their school spirit? Rochester High is excited to announce the RHS Equestrian Team! This is a new club for male and female horse enthusiasts to compete against other high schools in fall meets. Both riders and non-riding horse lovers are welcome. Riders must be proficient for high school level competition, be willing to participate in meetings and practices, and own/lease/borrow a horse for competitions in September and October. Non-riding members can be anyone who loves horses, but doesn’t want the pressure of competition. Fall competitions are against local schools in English, Western, Showmanship, Jumping, Reining, Trail, Barrel Racing, Pole bending, and more. For more details see the Michigan Interscholastic Horsemanship Association web page. If interested, contact Sandra Morgan at thequeenofmorgan@gmail.com or Aubrey Trimble at atrimble@rochester.k12m.us.
All are welcome!
All are welcome!
SENIORS REQUESTING FINAL TRANSCRIPT
You must request a final transcript to be sent to your college/university. Do this today through Parchment. Select “hold for grades” and it will be available for delivery via Parchment beginning on 6/28/2017. Your college/university requires this! If your school is a Common App school, you must send a final request to Common App in addition.
* If you have any questions, contact your counselor or Mrs. Garr at kgarr@rochester.k12.mi.us
***ONLY 155 SENIORS OUT OF 390 HAVE DONE THIS SO FAR***
* If you have any questions, contact your counselor or Mrs. Garr at kgarr@rochester.k12.mi.us
***ONLY 155 SENIORS OUT OF 390 HAVE DONE THIS SO FAR***
RHS STUDENT RECOGNIZED AT PTA STATE REFLECTIONS CONTEST
Ian Gebbie was awarded the first place in the PTA Reflections Competition at the district level for the Sculpture he did in Mrs. Rose's class with additional guidance from Kathy Davis. He then went on to the state level where he was honored yet again. Congrats, Ian, on this award!
USED SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE
RHS SPORTS
FALL SPORTS TRY OUT INFORMATION
*** All athletes must have a physical dated after April 15, 2017 before they can practice or tryout. Reuther will be the site for tryouts for Soccer, Football, and Volleyball
Volleyball
August 9th 2-3:30 & 4:00-5:30 9th – JV — 5:00 – 6:30 & 7-8:30 Varsity
August 10th 2-3:30 & 4:00-5:30 9th – JV — 5:00 – 6:30 & 7-8:30 Varsity
August 11th 2-3:30 9th & JV – 3:30-5:00 Varsity
Coach Contact Info: Sarah Steinmetz coachsarah14@gmail.com
Boys Soccer
8-9-17 AM: TBD time and location (likely Reuther 11-1p)
PM: 8-10pm at Adams high school turf
8-10-17 AM: TBD time and location (likely Reuther 7-9a)
PM: 8-10pm at Adams high school turf
8-11-17 AM only: TBD (likely Reuther 11-1p, with cuts following and uniform handout
Coach Contact Info: Chris Purgatori chrispurgatori@gmail.com
Football
8-7JV & Varsity @ Sauk Valley
Freshmen 8am-2pm
8-8 JV & Varsity @ Sauk Valley
Freshmen 8am-2pm
8-9 JV & Varsity @ Sauk Valley
Freshmen 8am-2pm
8-10 Varsity 9-12 & 3-6
JV/Fresh 9am-3pm
8-11 Varsity 8-11 & 2-5p
JV/Fresh 8a-2pm
Coach Contact Info: Erik Vernon evernon@rochester.k12.mi.us
Girls Golf
8-9 Great Oaks TBD
8-10 Great Oaks TBD
8-11 Great Oaks TBD
Coach Contact Info: Jeff Haney jhaney@rochester.k12.mi.us
Girls Swim
8-9 11am-3pm @ Stoney Creek High School Pool
8-10 11am- 3pm @ Stoney Creek High School Pool
8-11 11am-3pm @Stoney Creek High School Pool
Coach Contact Info: Paul Karas pkswims@gmail.com
Boys Tennis
8-9 8:30am-1pm
8-10 8:30am-1pm
8-11 8:30am-1pm
Coach Contact Info: Jerry Murphy jerrydmurphy@gmail.com
Cross Country
8-9 TBD
8-10 TBD
8-11 TBD
Coach Contact Info: Anthony Pavicic APavicic@wcskids.net
Volleyball
August 9th 2-3:30 & 4:00-5:30 9th – JV — 5:00 – 6:30 & 7-8:30 Varsity
August 10th 2-3:30 & 4:00-5:30 9th – JV — 5:00 – 6:30 & 7-8:30 Varsity
August 11th 2-3:30 9th & JV – 3:30-5:00 Varsity
Coach Contact Info: Sarah Steinmetz coachsarah14@gmail.com
Boys Soccer
8-9-17 AM: TBD time and location (likely Reuther 11-1p)
PM: 8-10pm at Adams high school turf
8-10-17 AM: TBD time and location (likely Reuther 7-9a)
PM: 8-10pm at Adams high school turf
8-11-17 AM only: TBD (likely Reuther 11-1p, with cuts following and uniform handout
Coach Contact Info: Chris Purgatori chrispurgatori@gmail.com
Football
8-7JV & Varsity @ Sauk Valley
Freshmen 8am-2pm
8-8 JV & Varsity @ Sauk Valley
Freshmen 8am-2pm
8-9 JV & Varsity @ Sauk Valley
Freshmen 8am-2pm
8-10 Varsity 9-12 & 3-6
JV/Fresh 9am-3pm
8-11 Varsity 8-11 & 2-5p
JV/Fresh 8a-2pm
Coach Contact Info: Erik Vernon evernon@rochester.k12.mi.us
Girls Golf
8-9 Great Oaks TBD
8-10 Great Oaks TBD
8-11 Great Oaks TBD
Coach Contact Info: Jeff Haney jhaney@rochester.k12.mi.us
Girls Swim
8-9 11am-3pm @ Stoney Creek High School Pool
8-10 11am- 3pm @ Stoney Creek High School Pool
8-11 11am-3pm @Stoney Creek High School Pool
Coach Contact Info: Paul Karas pkswims@gmail.com
Boys Tennis
8-9 8:30am-1pm
8-10 8:30am-1pm
8-11 8:30am-1pm
Coach Contact Info: Jerry Murphy jerrydmurphy@gmail.com
Cross Country
8-9 TBD
8-10 TBD
8-11 TBD
Coach Contact Info: Anthony Pavicic APavicic@wcskids.net
CAPTAINS CLUB CLEANS CLINTON RIVER
Every sports seasons the Rochester High School Captains Club will choose a service project as part of their leadership building. This springs captains chose to work with the Clinton Watershed Council to help clean up trash around the Clinton River. Participants gave up time on their Saturday morning to help pick up over 50 pounds of trash that could have made its way into the water ways of the Clinton River. Thank you to our spring captains who came out to serve the community.
