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May 8, 2017
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SPOTLIGHT ON INSTRUCTION
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Rochester High School's Student Council (STUGO) is responsible for Homecoming festivities, Blood drives, Dodgeball tournaments, Can drive, Holiday Spirit week, Charity Week, Middle School Leadership Conference, the Meadowbrook Leadership Event, Staff Appreciation recognitions, among other events. This week, Student Council leadership class helped organize their annual Middle School Leadership Conference. STUGO has been planning this event for the last two months and students have been learning how to budget, organize and schedule close to 100 middle school students. On Friday May 5, student council students from Reuther and West Middle Schools came over to Rochester High School. RHS STUGO played icebreakers with them and then led these students through leadership activities that went around the theme of “Leadership Kitchen”.
CONSTRUCTION CORNER
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COMMENCEMENT TICKET LOTTERY
Parents with graduating seniors! All seniors will be given six tickets for commencement at senior check out. Below is the link to the lottery for extra graduation tickets, closing on May 20. Extra tickets will be given out at senior check out. Parents can request up to four extra tickets and may enter one time per family.
www.bit.ly/rhsgradtix
www.bit.ly/rhsgradtix
RHS CELEBRATES TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK
Rochester High School celebrated Teacher Appreciation week with a special activity or gift each day from May 1 - 5. Student Council organized for each teacher to receive personalized notes, gifts, and a breakfast throughout the week. The PTSA sponsored a Tigers themed luncheon on Wednesday, May 3. Thank you to our teachers, Rochester High spirit is shown in your classrooms each and every day. Your dedication to our students and education is inspiring.
AUTISM AWARENESS DAY AT RHS
On April 26 Rochester High School celebrated Autism Awareness Day organized by Student Council. RHS students wore their class colors and took a pledge to Be Kind at lunch!
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RHS BANDS AT MSBOA STATE FESTIVAL
All three Rochester High School concert ensembles performed at the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association (MSBOA) State Festival on Friday, April 28 at Sterling Heights High School. The Wind Ensemble earned Straight 1’s and All A’s for a perfect Superior 1st Division Rating! The Symphony Band also earned a Superior 1st Division Rating and the Concert Band earned an Excellent 2nd Division Rating. Each of the bands qualified for the State Festival back in March by earning a Superior 1st Division Rating at the District Festival. Bands are expected to perform to a higher standard and must sight-read a more difficult piece of music at the State Festival. Congratulations to all three bands on their outstanding performances!
STRESS RELIEF EXPO & THERAPY DOGS
On Thursday May 4 RHS hosted therapy dogs for the "Take a Paws" event organized by Ms. Schrems, English Language Arts Teacher, and a Stress Relief Expo organized by Denette Fend, PTSA Health and Wellness. To help students relax before exams and during AP testing therapy dogs visited, along with yoga, colors, stress relief packets, chances to win stress balls, and flavored water. Thank you to Ms. Schrems and Ms. Fend for an amazing event!
TOP WINNERS AT STATE HOSA COMPETITION
On April 27 and 28, 2017, the Rochester High School HOSA club took on over 3,000 other local high school students at the Michigan Health and Occupational Students of America Leadership Conference at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa. Fourteen students from Rochester High School placed within the Top 10 competitors in the state. Four of these students placed within the Top 3 competitors in the state and have qualified for the National Leadership Conference June 21-24, 2017 in Orlando, Florida. Ms. Shooks and Rochester’s HOSA Officers are very proud of our clubs' accomplishments and are looking forward to the team’s first trip to Nationals.
Congratulations to the following students who earned Top 10 recognition at the State level: The Medical Innovations Team of Alexander Lee, Christian Nguyen, Jongbu Park, and Anirudhan Ramaseshan, the Biomedical Debate Team of Ana Iman, Neha Jabeen, and Shuting Yang, the Health Career Display Team of Ishita Shukla and Nidhi Tigadi, and Bilal Ibrahim for his work in Health Career Photography. Students who earned Top 3 recognition and will be representing Rochester High School at Nationals include: Rami Sbahi who placed 2nd in the Dental Terminology event, and the State Champion RHS HOSA Bowl team of Dipra Debnath, David Kim, and Andrew Kohrman.
Congratulations to the following students who earned Top 10 recognition at the State level: The Medical Innovations Team of Alexander Lee, Christian Nguyen, Jongbu Park, and Anirudhan Ramaseshan, the Biomedical Debate Team of Ana Iman, Neha Jabeen, and Shuting Yang, the Health Career Display Team of Ishita Shukla and Nidhi Tigadi, and Bilal Ibrahim for his work in Health Career Photography. Students who earned Top 3 recognition and will be representing Rochester High School at Nationals include: Rami Sbahi who placed 2nd in the Dental Terminology event, and the State Champion RHS HOSA Bowl team of Dipra Debnath, David Kim, and Andrew Kohrman.
RHS STUDENTS PRESENTED AT AUTHORS IN APRIL
Mrs. Kuslits’ L9 Honors freshmen took the Authors in April challenge seriously by coming prepared to speech tryouts in March once this annual event promoting the love of reading was announced. The candidates first had to deliver a two-minute audition speech before the panel, reflecting on their fondness for reading and memories of Authors in April during their K-8 years. So many qualified students applied from the three Honors classes, it was hard for the selection committee to decide, but four were finally chosen and paired up with these beloved authors:
Leona Falconer presented K-1 author Mike Wohnoutka, Kethan Gudi presented 2nd & 3rd grade author Lenore Look, Olivia Lockhart presented the 4th & 5th grade author Cynthia Lord, and Anu Yetukuri presented the Middle School author Neal Shusterman.
Before the banquet at the Royal Park Hotel on Sunday, the four Falcon presenters were treated to a dinner at the Meeting House where they were introduced to the writers. This allowed them to ask their authors questions that they could then use in their introductions the next day. Then it was on to the big night of the Authors in April banquet at the Royal Park Hotel where before a crowd of over 400, the four freshmen had their moment in the spotlight . Audience members gave them a warm reception with cheers, laughter, and rounds of applause as they finished their speeches. All four students agreed that the time spent on writing and rehearsing was well worth the thrill of getting to meet nationally acclaimed authors and the privilege of introducing them at the banquet.
The accomplishment was also noted by event organizers because it was the first time all ninth-graders were selected as presenters, and all from one school. What an impressive way to represent Rochester High!
This incredible experience is open to any high school student in the district, so think about auditioning next March, especially if you love reading. Again, congratulations Kethan, Leona, Anu, and Olivia.
Leona Falconer presented K-1 author Mike Wohnoutka, Kethan Gudi presented 2nd & 3rd grade author Lenore Look, Olivia Lockhart presented the 4th & 5th grade author Cynthia Lord, and Anu Yetukuri presented the Middle School author Neal Shusterman.
Before the banquet at the Royal Park Hotel on Sunday, the four Falcon presenters were treated to a dinner at the Meeting House where they were introduced to the writers. This allowed them to ask their authors questions that they could then use in their introductions the next day. Then it was on to the big night of the Authors in April banquet at the Royal Park Hotel where before a crowd of over 400, the four freshmen had their moment in the spotlight . Audience members gave them a warm reception with cheers, laughter, and rounds of applause as they finished their speeches. All four students agreed that the time spent on writing and rehearsing was well worth the thrill of getting to meet nationally acclaimed authors and the privilege of introducing them at the banquet.
The accomplishment was also noted by event organizers because it was the first time all ninth-graders were selected as presenters, and all from one school. What an impressive way to represent Rochester High!
This incredible experience is open to any high school student in the district, so think about auditioning next March, especially if you love reading. Again, congratulations Kethan, Leona, Anu, and Olivia.
JERSEY MIKE'S FUNDRAISER
Thank you, Jersey Mike's, for another awesome RHS fundraiser. All the money collected during the last week of April through the Jersey Mike's fundraiser goes straight back to RHS!
NIGHT WITH THE STARS 2017
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 put your transcript on hold until it’s 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 as well as the school.
* If you have any questions, contact your counselor or Mrs. Garr at kgarr@rochester.k12.mi.us
*Only 98 seniors have made their requests
* If you have any questions, contact your counselor or Mrs. Garr at kgarr@rochester.k12.mi.us
*Only 98 seniors have made their requests
2017 NHS INDUCTIONS
On Wednesday, May 3, 114 new members were welcomed into the Rochester High School Chapter of National Honor Society. These students are high achievers in scholarship, service, character and leadership. NHS also honored the graduating seniors with their honor cords. These cords signify the students' dedication to uphold the 4 NHS pillars - scholarship, service, character and leadership.
FEDS AT THE WORLD ROBOTICS CHAMPIONSHIP
During their second competition in Howell, through a contentious battle, the FEDS brought home the gold when they won the entire competition with their three alliance partners. Their amazing performance, in the end, won them not only the competition, but also their second Gracious Professionalism award. The FEDS’ triumph was rewarded with their first winner’s blue banner since 2011. With that, they earned enough ranking points to be invited to the Michigan State Championship in Saginaw Valley.
Ecstatic from making it to states, the FEDS took on the statewide competition from April 12-15. Although the team started out the competition losing by thin margins, their robot’s strengths shined through when the 3rd place alliance captain chose them to compete in the final matches on their alliance. Placing 2nd place in their division and ranking 70th in the state, the FEDS earned an invitation to the World Robotics Championship in St. Louis from April 26-29.
On Wednesday, April 26, the FEDS departed to St. Louis, Missouri to compete in one of the two worldwide competitions held (the other one was in Houston, Texas). They competed in the most competitive division, as this division took home the win!
Ecstatic from making it to states, the FEDS took on the statewide competition from April 12-15. Although the team started out the competition losing by thin margins, their robot’s strengths shined through when the 3rd place alliance captain chose them to compete in the final matches on their alliance. Placing 2nd place in their division and ranking 70th in the state, the FEDS earned an invitation to the World Robotics Championship in St. Louis from April 26-29.
On Wednesday, April 26, the FEDS departed to St. Louis, Missouri to compete in one of the two worldwide competitions held (the other one was in Houston, Texas). They competed in the most competitive division, as this division took home the win!
ROCHESTER STUDENTS FEATURED AT THE RCS ART SHOW
The Rochester Community Schools District Art Show kicked off Monday, May 1 and lasted through Friday, May 5. Artists from all RCS schools were featured and RHS had over 20 students in the show! Congrats to all Rochester Schools artists.
TALON WINS AT MIPA
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On April 18, members of The Talon staff attended Michigan Interscholastic Press Association's (MIPA) Spring Awards event, where they received a Spartan Award along with a number of individual honors. The Spartan Award is MIPA’s highest honor for a student media outlet!
FOOTBALL & WRESTLING GIVE BACK
Sunday, April 23, 46 members of the football and wrestling programs took place in a community service project to benefit the city of Rochester Hills. They donated about 4 hours of their time to pick up, organize, and clean Spencer, Borden, and Bloomer Parks.
RHS DRESS CODE
JOIN RCS FOR THE HOMETOWN HUSTLE
Be sure to join us for the 2017 Hometown Hustle! The RCS Foundation is holding a friendly competition for your participation! The school with the MOST participants will receive a banner to display in their building and $500. Let's show the Rochester community true Falcon spirit!
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ALUMNI T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE
The Falcon's Nest is selling RHS Alumni shirts from now until May 8. There are two different fabrics and brands to choose from. The shirts can be shipped to your home with a small shipping charge or shipped FREE of charge if you have them sent to the store. When the shirts arrive at the store we will have them bundled/bagged per your order. The Falcon's Nest will have a very small quantity of each style of t-shirt stocked in the store for next year however you will not be guaranteed to get your preferred size/style unless you order online.
You can order them online at rhsAlumni2017.itemOrder.com
If you have any questions please feel free to email Kristin Dunneback in the school store. kdunneback@rcs-k12.us
If you have any questions please feel free to email Kristin Dunneback in the school store. kdunneback@rcs-k12.us
RHS CTE STUDENT OF THE YEAR
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On Tuesday, May 2, 2017 at Oakland Schools, Amy Meng was recognized as the Career and Technical Education Student of the Year for Rochester High School. Amy was selected because she has taken many of the business classes at RHS and was an active member of the BPA club. Amy was also selected because of her positive attitude, great work ethic, and attention to detail. Amy has used her Microsoft skills to teach unemployed adults at the Neighborhood House to help them find jobs. Amy will be attending the University of Michigan next fall and was accepted into the Ross School of Business. Congratulations!
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RHS CHOIR CABARET
EVAN MILLER TO BE IN SCHOOL OF ROCK ALLSTAR TOUR
RHS student, Evan Miller, will be in the School of Rock AllStar National Tour! Evan made it through three rounds of auditions and has been selected to be a School of Rock AllStar. This tour is the advanced (highest level of accomplishment) tour for the entire program. Congrats, Evan!
SENIOR ALL NIGHT PARTY FUNDRAISER
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FALCON FRENZY TAILGATE 2017 COMMITTEE
PTSA is getting ready to start planning our Annual Falcon Frenzy Tailgate and need a few people to join the planning committee. Allan Schneck and Tony Reedy will be the committee chairs, they just need some energetic people with great ideas to help make this an over the top event. Be a part of the committee that brings this EXCITING event to our community and our RHS students. Click here to join the fun!
DEPUTY CURTIS TO SING AT COMERICA PARK
Rochester High School's very own Deputy Curtis will be singing the National Anthem at the Tigers game on June 7! The game will be nationally televised and is the annual game played in honor of Law Enforcement Day.
HELP NEEDED FOR BOOK CHECK IN
We are in need of volunteers to help with the end of the year book check in. Please grab a friend and spend a few hours helping out at RHS. Sign up here!
SECOND ANNUAL McGREGOR ELEMENTRY SCHOOL GRADUATION CLAPATHON
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Dear Families of the Class of 2017,
The McGregor Community would like to extend an invitation to any Graduating Senior who attended McGregor Elementary School to participate in our High Graduation Clapathon. We started this event last year and we look forward to make it a yearly tradition. We want our students at McGregor to see the end result of students’ dedication to learning while attending Rochester Community Schools. Any student that is a former McGregor Alumnus is invited to join us in their cap and gown and walk our halls as students and staff celebrate their accomplishment. Please join us at 2:45 pm on May 26 at McGregor Elementary School. Thank you, Dave Pontzious Principal McGregor Elementary School |
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PTSA & BOOSTER MEETING DATES
Join us for our our next PTSA or Booster Meeting!
PTSA meetings take place at 7:00 p.m. in room B107 at RHS on the following date:
May 11
Band Booster meetings take place at 7:30 p.m. in the band room on the following date:
May 9
Athletic Booster meetings take place at 6:00 p.m. in room B107 at RHS on the following dates:
May 8, June 12
Senior All Night Party Meetings take place at 7:00 p.m. in room B107 at RHS on the following dates:
April 24, May 15
*There is a list of students who have paid and turned in a permission slip for the Senior All Night Party posted outside the Main Office. Please have your student stop by the Main Office to make sure they are on the list!
PTSA meetings take place at 7:00 p.m. in room B107 at RHS on the following date:
May 11
Band Booster meetings take place at 7:30 p.m. in the band room on the following date:
May 9
Athletic Booster meetings take place at 6:00 p.m. in room B107 at RHS on the following dates:
May 8, June 12
Senior All Night Party Meetings take place at 7:00 p.m. in room B107 at RHS on the following dates:
April 24, May 15
*There is a list of students who have paid and turned in a permission slip for the Senior All Night Party posted outside the Main Office. Please have your student stop by the Main Office to make sure they are on the list!
RHS SPORTS
RHS SENIOR MATT HAWKE FIRST TEAM ALL-STATE IN HOCKEY
Senior Matt Hawke was named first team All-State by the Michigan High School Hockey Coaches Association. Hawke, a forward for Rochester United, was one of two United players chosen to the All-State first team.
BOYS & GIRLS SWIM EARNS ACADEMIC ALL STATE HONORS
Winning in the pool is important, but dominating in the classroom is priceless. Rochester Falcons swimmers deserve all the praise they get, and more. In cases like this, finishing second is something to be very proud of. Both Falcons Girls and Boys Swim Teams earned Academic Team All-State Honors from the Michigan Interscholastic Swimming Coaches of Michigan, finishing with a team grade-point average of 3.86 (girls) and 3.78 (boys). Both Ranking second best among all Division II teams this season. East Lansing Girls finished first with (3.90) and the Okemos boys finished first (3.86). See full DII and DI honorees below. We are proud of our Falcons!
GIRLS LACROSSE CELEBRATES 100th VICTORY
The RHS Girls Lacrosse team has had a busy couple of weeks and are not even mid way thru their season.
Last week the Lady Laxers racked up big victories over Oxford 14-3, Stoney Creek 12-6 and Grosse Pointe North 19-10. The win over Stoney was extra special as it was the first since 2013. In the last six meetings with the Cougars the Falcons had tied two and lost 4 by only one point.
Monday was a tough loss to Notre Dame Prep 8-11. This Wednesday, after being down by 4, the 100th Game Victory came with a win 8-7 over Rochester Adams. The Girls Lacrosse program was started in 2005. Coach Dave Hamel says ” I am delighted that this particular team is the one to reach this milestone. I’ve never had a group that is harder working, more coachable and enjoys each other more than this team…."
Friday Night the Varsity squad will play at Regina at 4:30 pm. The JV game will follow the Varsity game.
The Falcons (5-3,3-1 OAA) are lead in scoring by Attacker Kendall Jordan with 36 goals, Midfielders Claire Mcpherson with 24 goals, Ava Harding with 12 goals and Emily Yerge has 6 on the season.
Outstanding defense is lead by seniors Emily Schneider, Sarah Schneider, and Leslie King. Sophomore Kyleigh McCarthy has been solid in Goal.
Last week the Lady Laxers racked up big victories over Oxford 14-3, Stoney Creek 12-6 and Grosse Pointe North 19-10. The win over Stoney was extra special as it was the first since 2013. In the last six meetings with the Cougars the Falcons had tied two and lost 4 by only one point.
Monday was a tough loss to Notre Dame Prep 8-11. This Wednesday, after being down by 4, the 100th Game Victory came with a win 8-7 over Rochester Adams. The Girls Lacrosse program was started in 2005. Coach Dave Hamel says ” I am delighted that this particular team is the one to reach this milestone. I’ve never had a group that is harder working, more coachable and enjoys each other more than this team…."
Friday Night the Varsity squad will play at Regina at 4:30 pm. The JV game will follow the Varsity game.
The Falcons (5-3,3-1 OAA) are lead in scoring by Attacker Kendall Jordan with 36 goals, Midfielders Claire Mcpherson with 24 goals, Ava Harding with 12 goals and Emily Yerge has 6 on the season.
Outstanding defense is lead by seniors Emily Schneider, Sarah Schneider, and Leslie King. Sophomore Kyleigh McCarthy has been solid in Goal.
