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October 24, 2016
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SPOTLIGHT ON INSTRUCTION
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Mr. Duffy's Biology classes were using an egg to determine how "cells" react in different environments. They first submerged the egg in vinegar in order to remove the shell and expose the egg's cell membrane. Then the students put the egg in corn syrup and let it sit overnight. They found the egg became deflated. Students then put the egg in distilled water and let it sit overnight. The next day they found that the egg had increased in size. During this process the students were recording their observations and drawings to help them hypothesize as to what is actually happening. As the class starts to talk about cellular transport, the students will then be able to accurately explain what was happening to the egg after being in the different environments.
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MARCHING BAND FESTIVAL
The 2016 Rochester High School Falcon Marching Band was PERFECT on Wednesday night at the MSBOA District XVI Marching Band Festival with Straight 1's (in all 3 categories) and Straight A's (in all 9 sub-categories)!
Special thanks to Prince for the "Purple Rain" from up above during our unforgettable performance! Hopefully he was rocking to our ROYALS show with Freddie Mercury, David Bowie, Michael Jackson & Elvis Presley!
GO BLUE!!
Special thanks to Prince for the "Purple Rain" from up above during our unforgettable performance! Hopefully he was rocking to our ROYALS show with Freddie Mercury, David Bowie, Michael Jackson & Elvis Presley!
GO BLUE!!
GIRLS IN ENGINEERING DAY PROGRAM
RHS ANNUAL COLLAGE CONCERT
Music will fill the air of the Rochester High School Mall on Wednesday, October 26 starting at 7 p.m.! Everyone is welcome to come enjoy the annual Collage Concert featuring every choir ensemble and every band ensemble! We’re sure you’ll enjoy the display of talent presented by the new Director of Choirs, Mrs. Catherine Lykins as well as established Director of Bands, Mr. David A. Uhrig. An added bonus will be a selection from the upcoming Rochester Alliance of Theatre Students’ “Chicago” show! Let’s show our support for the outstanding music and theatre programs at our high school!
FRIDAY MORNING PEP RALLY
RHS INTERACT CLUB WINS PRESIDENTIAL CITATION
Our Rochester High Interact club works hard to serve humanity. Our members feel proud of their
accomplishments have earned a Presidential Citation for our club. Only 20% of Interact Clubs earn this recognition and RHS is one of them. Congratulations Interact students for your hard work and making a difference.
accomplishments have earned a Presidential Citation for our club. Only 20% of Interact Clubs earn this recognition and RHS is one of them. Congratulations Interact students for your hard work and making a difference.
JERSEY MIKE'S FUNDRAISER
Thank you to everyone who participated in our Jersey Mike's fundraiser and a huge thank you to Jersey Mike's! We raised over $700 for our school in just a few short days!
HOMECOMING WAS OUT OF THIS WORLD
A VERY special thank you to RHS Student Council and adviser Kelley Cusmano for an amazing week here at Rochester High. Please click the link below for some pictures of the week!
Click here for Out of This World Homecoming Pictures!
Click here for Out of This World Homecoming Pictures!
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Rochester Alliance of Theatre Students proudly present Chicago as their Fall musical, November 17-20, 2016. Set in Prohibition-era Chicago, the story is a satire on corruption in the administration of criminal justice and the concept of the "celebrity criminal." Nightclub sensation Velma murders her philandering husband, but she's got Chicago's slickest lawyer, Billy Flynn, set to defend her. However, when Roxie Hart also winds up in prison for murder, Billy takes on her case as well -- turning her into a media circus of headlines. Neither woman will be outdone in their fight against each other and the public for fame and celebrity. This production is rated PG-13.
Showtimes are as follows: Thursday, Friday & Saturday @7:00pm, Saturday Matinee @2:00pm, Sunday @4:00pm.
Tickets are on sale now! For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit the R.A.T.S. web page: www.ratstheatre.org
Please note: The Performing Arts wing is currently under construction, but the Auditorium is OPEN. Please park in the north lots (adjacent to Walton Blvd.) and enter the building through the main entrance.
Showtimes are as follows: Thursday, Friday & Saturday @7:00pm, Saturday Matinee @2:00pm, Sunday @4:00pm.
Tickets are on sale now! For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit the R.A.T.S. web page: www.ratstheatre.org
Please note: The Performing Arts wing is currently under construction, but the Auditorium is OPEN. Please park in the north lots (adjacent to Walton Blvd.) and enter the building through the main entrance.
CONSTRUCTION CORNER
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Please see the video below for an update on our construction!
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GREEN CLUB RECYCLING EVENT
The Green Club held an electronic recycling event on Saturday October 15th at RHS. Mr. Shurter sponsored the event with help from students from his AP Environmental Science class, the Green Club, and even a few volunteers from AHS! It was a successful day, as they filled up 12 pallet boxes with electronics that may have otherwise gone into a landfill. The Green Club also fundraised around $300 through the donations of community members that dropped off electronics. Thanks to everyone involved!
THANK YOU PTSA
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Thank you to our PTSA and all those who donated to the staff dinner before conferences. We are so thankful for all you do for our students, staff, and the RHS community. All of our staff enjoyed a nice meal before Fall Parent Teacher Conferences!
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PTA REFLECTIONS
This year’s Reflection program theme is, What Is Your Story? Tell your story through dance, a short film, a poem or story, an original song, a photo or visual work of art. Pick up a PTA Reflections Entry Form today from the Main Office and return by November 22, 2016.
PTSA & BOOSTER MEETING DATES
Join us for our our next PTSA or Booster Meeting!
PTSA meetings take place at 7:00 p.m. in the RHS Media Center on the following dates:
November 10, January 26, March 30, May 11
Band Booster meetings take place at 7:30 p.m. in the RHS Media Center on the following dates:
November 15, January 10, March 14, April 18, May 9
Athletic Booster meetings take place at 6:00 p.m. in the RHS Media Center on the following dates:
November 14, December 12, January 9, February 13, March 13, April 10, May 8, June 12
Senior All-Night Party meetings take place at 7:00 p.m. in the RHS Media Center, and the next date is Monday, October 24.
PTSA meetings take place at 7:00 p.m. in the RHS Media Center on the following dates:
November 10, January 26, March 30, May 11
Band Booster meetings take place at 7:30 p.m. in the RHS Media Center on the following dates:
November 15, January 10, March 14, April 18, May 9
Athletic Booster meetings take place at 6:00 p.m. in the RHS Media Center on the following dates:
November 14, December 12, January 9, February 13, March 13, April 10, May 8, June 12
Senior All-Night Party meetings take place at 7:00 p.m. in the RHS Media Center, and the next date is Monday, October 24.
HALLOWEEN COSTUMES
Costumes that may be appropriate for home, may not be appropriate for school. With the heightened news media referencing scary clowns, we are respectfully asking that students not wear clown costumes this year.
All costumes must meet the following guidelines:
All costumes must meet the following guidelines:
- No masks of any kind.
- No blood, violence, gore, or anything that could be perceived as frightening.
- No props, to include toy guns, knives, or other weapons.
- No liquid or spray accessories, to include colored hair spray or make-up products.
- No roller skates, state boards or scooters.
- Students must wear shoes.
NEW 3D PRINTER DONATED
The RHS Design and Technology Department is receiving a 3D printer. With the help from Allan Schneck and the Generous donation from 3M through www.donorschoose.or
SENIOR PORTRAIT INFORMATION
RHS SPORTS
WINTER SPORTS TRYOUTS
RHS GIRLS GOLF WINS STATE CHAMPTIONSHIP
Rochester High School Girls Golf is good, no I mean really good. Last season was great, this year it has been spectacular. The Falcons finished state runner-up last season, and since that moment, have made it their mission to win the state championship. MISSION ACCOMPLISHED.
Rochester ripped off eleven straight tournament wins, including a regional title that bested all other scores in the state—ever. After the impressive recording setting regional performance, the Falcons proceeded to take an eleven shot lead (310) into the second day of the state championships. If there was any worry, well, lets just say the lead increased the next day. Rochester shot a (308) on the second, to win the state championship by 21 strokes over runner-up Novi.
Seniors Brooke Busse and Veronica Haque both finished in the top eight for the Falcons, with Busse finishing 5th, and Haque 8th. Senior Erika Yang finished with an 84 on the first day, but followed it up with a 79 on the second day. Freshmen Savannah Haque, one of the top freshmen in the state, finished with 79’s on both days for Rochester, while junior Keri Yang was very solid shooting 83’s on both days.
Rochester ripped off eleven straight tournament wins, including a regional title that bested all other scores in the state—ever. After the impressive recording setting regional performance, the Falcons proceeded to take an eleven shot lead (310) into the second day of the state championships. If there was any worry, well, lets just say the lead increased the next day. Rochester shot a (308) on the second, to win the state championship by 21 strokes over runner-up Novi.
Seniors Brooke Busse and Veronica Haque both finished in the top eight for the Falcons, with Busse finishing 5th, and Haque 8th. Senior Erika Yang finished with an 84 on the first day, but followed it up with a 79 on the second day. Freshmen Savannah Haque, one of the top freshmen in the state, finished with 79’s on both days for Rochester, while junior Keri Yang was very solid shooting 83’s on both days.
CAPTAINS CLUB VOLUNTEERS AT HAMLIN ELEMENTARY
Members of the Rochester Athletics Captains Club continue to do good works this fall. The Captains read weekly at Brooklands Elementary and help with academic support, and have also served our board office with a meal this fall. Each week the Captains meet with Athletic Director Luke Beach, and concentrate of building on their already strong leadership skills. As part of their service to our learning community, the Captains also volunteered at Hamlin Elementary the past two weeks, helping with their PE Expo, and providing support to administration and the kids who participated. Captains from the Cross Country and Cheer teams both helped the staff at Hamlin to have a successful after school program. The Captains will conclude their fall with a final meeting this week, and a final visit to Brooklands before the winter Captains get their turn.
Captains Club has now volunteered with the following over the past four years: Habitat for Humanity, Hamlin Elementary, Brooklands Elementary, McGregor Elementary, North Hill Elementary, Blessings in a Back Pack, University of Michigan Mott Children’s Hospital, The Chad Carr Foundation, Oakland County Sheriffs Office, Wounded Warrior Project, The United State Marines, Guardian Angels Service Dogs, and The Community House.
Captains Club has now volunteered with the following over the past four years: Habitat for Humanity, Hamlin Elementary, Brooklands Elementary, McGregor Elementary, North Hill Elementary, Blessings in a Back Pack, University of Michigan Mott Children’s Hospital, The Chad Carr Foundation, Oakland County Sheriffs Office, Wounded Warrior Project, The United State Marines, Guardian Angels Service Dogs, and The Community House.
BOYS BASKETBALL FUNDRAISER
