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NEWS AND NOTES​

​2025-2026
Important Dates

Dec. 8: Board of Education regular meeting, 6:00 PM, RCS Early Childhood Education Center
Dec. 10: No school; full-day professional development districtwide
Dec. 19: Winter holiday recess begins at end of day

Dec. 22-Jan. 4: No School
Jan. 1: C
lasses resume

PARENT DROP-OFF LOOP 


Dear Adams Families,
 
We kindly ask all families to drive with extra care and do not do u-turns over the yellow lines!  Also, please pull up to the speed bump when parking in front of the main entrance!
 
Thank you for your continued support and cooperation. 
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RCS SCHOOL CALENDAR pg. 1

RCS SCHOOL CALENDAR pg. 2

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FULL DAY BELL SCHEDULE

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PTSA REMINDER

YELLOW RIBBON FUND CLUB

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PTSA DONATIONS NEEDED!

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The Adams PTSA is looking to spread some holiday cheer by stocking up the staff workroom with treats.  Any contribution would be greatly appreciated! 

​Click on this link to donate AHS Holiday Treats Donation Sign Up. Donations can be dropped off in the Main Office by December 9th.



PERFORMING ARTS THEATRE
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Parent Meeting for Spring Performing Arts Productions

Dear Parents,

Please join us on Monday, December 15, at 6:00 PM in the Adams High Auditorium for an informational meeting regarding our upcoming productions, Something Rotten! and Lovefest.

This meeting is intended for the parents of all participating students, including those in the cast, technical crew, and pit orchestra. We look forward to seeing you there. The musical portion begins at 6-6:40 and the Lovefest information begins at 6:40pm – 7pm.

2026 YEARBOOK ORDER


​Dear Highlanders and Families,

Don’t Miss Out on our DISCOUNTED PRICE for the 
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2026 YEARBOOK!

Easy to do! Just click here and follow the prompts. Or use the QR Code:
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If you have any questions, contact David Lovalvo, Yearbook Instructor at [email protected]

​CLOSED CAMPUS LUNCH

Please note that that Adams High School follows a CLOSED CAMPUS LUNCH.  Students are required to stay in the building during their lunch period.  We understand that students must sometimes need to leave during lunch for appointments.  If your student leaves during their lunch period or during the hours of 10:42-12:20, they will be marked absent in their 4th hour and will not be allowed to participate in their sport or extra-curricular activity for that day.  Your students safety is always our priority.  Thank you for your cooperation!

CHECK LOST AND FOUND


Parents/Guardians PLEASE encourage your students to check the lost and found table outside the main office.  Also, if your student has lost a phone, air pods, jewelry or any valuables please have them check with Deputy Bandur in the main office. 

SPOTLIGHT ON INSTRUCTION
Featured Instructor:  Mr. Matt Call

The Monday before Thanksgiving our ASD program celebrated their annual Friends Giving celebration!  The food was wonderful, and the time spent together was priceless.

ADAMS PTSA
​CELEBRATES RCS TRANSPORTATION STAFF DAY

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CLASS OF 2026
ANNOUNCEMENTS

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AHS SENIOR CLASS OF 2026
​T-SHIRTS

Click Senior Apparel Eleyo Link 2026 to order senior t-shirts.

KILT ORDERS

To order Adams High School Kilts and for more information,
​contact Erin Stonehouse also known as "The kilt lady! 

Erin's email address is [email protected]

COUNSELING DEPARTMENT

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 If you need to reach out to your student’s counselor, please see below for contact information.

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(International Exchange Students are supported by counselors via alpha arrangement)
SENIORS:  College Application Info
Important Note:  If your student is ready to submit his/her Common Application, he/she should not wait to submit based on any pending letters of recommendation or other supporting documentation.  Students can submit their portion whenever they are done and ready. 
Counselors met with seniors on September 4th to review transcripts and explain the college application process, including sending transcripts, test scores, and searching for scholarships. All details are posted in the AHS Class of 2026 Google Classroom, which will be updated throughout the year. Additional resources, including college applications, transcript ordering, and the Common App, are available on the Senior Weebly.  
Individual Senior Meetings:  Over the next few months, counselors will meet individually with seniors to discuss post-graduation plans and college applications. Students can also stop by the Counseling Office or email their counselor with questions anytime. We encourage seniors to take ownership of this process as they prepare for life after high school.
Transcripts:  Students order transcripts via www.Parchment.com .  At the September 4th meeting with counselors, students created an account.

SENIORS: The 2026-27 FAFSA Form is Now Open 
The 2026-27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form is now open at fafsa.gov. Completing the FAFSA form is a key to accessing federal, state, and institutional financial aid that can help cover the cost of college or career training. 

VIRTUAL FINANCIAL AID PRESENTATIONS
Students and families looking for help paying for college can attend a virtual presentation provided by MI Student Aid.  Participants will be able to gather information on the following financial aid topics:  FAFSA application information, federal financial aid programs, state financial aid programs, and scholarship searching resources. If you are unable to join the presentation on the date scheduled, you can access the recorded version.  Click HERE to register.  

AP TEST REGISTRATION:
  • AP test registration closed on 10/27. Students should check their College Board AP Classroom to see which tests they’re registered for.
  • If you are scheduled to take a semester 2 only AP class next semester (i.e. AP Macroeconomics),  registration for that exam will open during semester 2.  Please hold off on registering for any semester 2 only tests at this time.  
  • Please have your student reach out to their AP teacher with any questions.   

Xello Meetings
Counselors visited junior and senior English classes the week of September 15th to share key dates, post-high school planning tips, and career exploration resources. Students also used Xello to complete their required EDPs and explore career, training, and college options.  Counselors will meet with Sophomores Nov. 6th and 7th and with Freshman Nov. 18th and 19th for high school success tips/tools, important dates, and assist them with Xello/EDPs.

NEW CAREER RESOURCE: Oakland80 Career And Education Navigator
Through grant funding we have Mr. Charles Hayes at Adams this year. He can provide extra guidance and support with the following:
  • FAFSA completion & college exploration
  • Exploring career options
  • Finding the right trade school or apprenticeship program
  • Navigating the military enlistment process
  • Offering support for those who are unsure of their next steps 
Mr. Hayes can be contacted at [email protected] or 810-875-1067.

SOPHOMORES & JUNIORS:  OSTC
For 10th & 11th grade students interested in a program at OSTC next school year, please see the attached flyers and see below for important dates.  The online OSTC application is OPEN for the 26-27 school year and can be found at www.OSTConline.com and by clicking on the big, green “ENROLLMENT” tab.
  • Thursday, December 4, 2025:  Career Night Open House between 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. 
  • Throughout November:  Program Showcases either Wednesday (3:15 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.) or Saturday (9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.)To register for an after school or Saturday showcase, simply click on the QR code at the bottom of the flyer or click on this link:  https://forms.gle/kkET9Nxa2y1GoWqr6
Also, Mr. Maddock, the OSTC Counselor, presented to all sophomores on Nov. 5th to give more description of the programs.  

​WORK PERMITS
You can obtain a work permit in the counseling office as well as in the main office.  Make sure to choose the appropriate form (there is a form for UNDER 16 and a separate form for 16 & 17 years old).  Complete Section I, have your employer complete Section II, then bring it back to AHS to be completed.  If a parent is bringing the form for their student, we will need a photo ID of the student in order to complete the work permit.  Work permits are completed between the hours of 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Monday-Friday.
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ASVAB TEST

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​Sign-up deadline: January 13th!

FAFSA 

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HOSA- FUTURE HEALTH PROFESSIONALS INITIATIVE

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NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

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FERGIN SCHOLARSHIP

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Click here for more information!
Click here for flyer
Click here to sponsor a scholarship
Click here for any questions regarding the application process or the scholarship

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AMBLE INN

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The Amble Inn is your Adams Spirit Shop
 
The Adams High Merchandising Lab is a student operated School Based Enterprise. We are proud to announce that our 24 hour a day Web Store has reopened for the 25-26 school year. 
 
Online orders are processed as they are received and are available for pickup in the Adams Main Office by student or parent. The physical store is open during lunch (10:45am-12:10pm) most days inventory on the site mirrors our physical inventory. 
 
Please visit our webstore at https://adamsambleinn.square.site/
 
Go Highlanders!!! 

O.C.C.
AND OAKLAND COUNTY MICHIGAN WORKS!

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JUDGES NEEDED FOR H.O.S.A. COMPETITON!

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PTSA WANTS YOU!
​Click here to join the Adams - PTSA

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​​THE PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT

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For more information about upcoming events click the link below:
​   https://ahs.rochester.k12.mi.us/student-life/theatre

   ​ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT
SPORTS PHYSICALS
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​2025-2026 Sports Physicals

The 3 RCS High Schools utilizes Final Forms for online athletic registration and uploading the MHSAA physical.  To create your account click the link rochester-mi.finalforms.com 


Students also need to pay to participate for any sport they are in.  This can found at the following link: 
https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/athletics/pay-to-participate.
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If you have any questions regarding the physical forms, please contact Amanda Elston, AHS Athletic Secretary in the athletics office at (248) 726-5272 or at [email protected].  Also, feel free to contact Collin McGran, Athletic Director at (248) 726-5208 or CollinMcGran
@rochester.k12.mi.us.

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ATTENTION ALL RCS STUDENT-ATHLETES!!

​Please remember that a MHSAA pre-participation sports physical is required for all RCS student-athletes who participate in sports during the 2025-26 school year.  A valid 2025-26 physical examination must be completed on or after April 15, 2025. 
  • This physical MUST BE SIGNED BY A DOCTOR and uploaded to your Final Forms account.  Please make sure you and your student athlete have signed all forms where signatures are needed in final forms.
  • Your student athlete will have a red icon if something is not filled out.
  • FINAL FORMS must be submitted online (See below attachment) or click here. For further information, please reference the athletic webpage on the RCS website at: https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/athletics.

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MORGAN REA
ADAMS' DIVE TEAM - STATE CHAMPION!

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Congratulations to State Champion Morgan Rea!  On Saturday, November 22nd Morgan secured the Division 2 1-M Diving title. The state championship caps off an impressive Junior season with Morgan earning 1st place scores at League, County, Regional and State competitions!

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ROCHESTER ADAMS MLAX


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          UPCOMING  SPORTS EVENTS​!

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Rochester Community Schools has new Athletics websites! All up to date athletics schedules and information will now be available at:

​                                                                                                             https://ahsathletics.rochester.k12.mi.us

Please update any bookmarks you may have to point to our new athletics site.  New and updated information will no longer be posted on the VNN site.

PURCHASE ONLINE TICKETS!

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​RCS - CHARTWELLS
​FOOD SERVICE
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Information regarding Chartwells Food Services at RCS can be found at:
​https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/about-us/departments/foodservices.

FREE MEALS continue throughout the 2025-2026 school year!

Dear Rochester Community Schools Families,
 
Today, Oct. 3, the Michigan legislature passed a state education budget that includes free breakfast and lunch at school through the Michigan School Meals program. Governor Whitmer is expected to sign early next week and has previously expressed her support of the Michigan School Meals program. 
 
Rochester Community Schools families will continue to offer free meals for ALL students on school days. 
 
Daily menus and nutrition information are available at the food services page on the district website. Please follow the Nutrislice menu button. 
 
Families in need are encouraged to complete an application to qualify for additional community resources and benefits.
 
Families who complete the Application for Summer EBT and Education Benefits for Michigan School Meals Program (formerly called the Free and Reduced-Price School Meals application), may be eligible for student benefits, discounts and waivers including: free pay-to-participate extracurricular activities and club fees; testing and college application fees; field trips, school activities, senior all-night parties, etc.; Operation School Bell and Assistance League of Southeastern Michigan; Rochester Area Youth Assistance; Fueling Kids’ Futures - One Meal at a Time, formerly Blessings in a Backpack; and other resources through charitable organizations.

A new application is required at the beginning of each school year.

Additionally, families in need should be aware of Fueling Kids’ Futures – One Meal at a Time, formerly Blessings in a Backpack, which is designed to help meet the nutritional needs of school-age children who participate in the Free or Reduced-Price School Meals program at school. 
Each week during the school year, students enrolled in the program will receive a bag of non-perishable food items to take home on the weekends. Bags are dispensed in a discreet and caring manner. The meals may include items such as macaroni and cheese, beef ravioli, canned tuna, granola bars, peanut butter, soups, fruit and other items.

There is no cost to participants for this program.

If you would like to have your child participate in Fueling Kids' Futures, please complete the form and return it to your student’s school as soon as possible. If you have more than one student attending the school, list the names of all children in the school. Please be sure to indicate if your child has any food allergies. Parents and caregivers are responsible for checking all food labels when the food arrives home. 
This is a community-based program sponsored by Fueling Kids’ Futures, Community Foundation of Greater Rochester, Sam's Club and the greater Rochester community, in partnership with Rochester Community Schools.

We are pleased to join in the state’s continued commitment to providing free school meals and better serving our students and families. 
 
Sincerely, 
 
Nicholas A. Russo, Ed.S.
Superintendent


FUELING KIDS' FUTURES
ONE MEAL AT A TIME PROGRAM


​Dear Parents and Caregivers,
 
Fueling Kids’ Futures – One Meal at a Time, formerly Blessings in a Backpack, is designed to help meet the nutritional needs of school-age children who participate in the Free or Reduced-Price School Meals program at school. 
 
Each week during the school year, students enrolled in the program will receive a bag of non-perishable food items to take home on the weekends. Bags will be dispensed in a discreet and caring manner. The meals may include items such as macaroni and cheese, beef ravioli, canned tuna, granola bars, peanut butter, soups, fruit and other items.
 
There is no cost to participants for this program.
 
If you would like to have your child participate in this program, please fill out the form below and return it to your student’s school as soon as possible. If you have more than one student attending the school, list the names of all children in the school. Please be sure to indicate on the form if your child has any food allergies. Parents and caregivers are responsible for checking all food labels when the food arrives home. 
 
This program is a community-based program sponsored by Fueling Kids’ Futures, Community Foundation of Greater Rochester, the Kroger Corporation and the greater Rochester community, in a partnership with Rochester Community Schools. The district and sponsors will not be held responsible for any accidental food allergen exposure.
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Deliveries to schools begin now!
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application_-_feuling_kids-_futures_parent_letter_2025-26.pdf
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                                              ParentVUE and StudentVUE Logins
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Parents can obtain login information via ParentVUE for their students in all grades and programs. Please note that students in grades 6-12 are able to change their own passwords and ParentVUE will only display the initial password.

Parents can visit the Remote Learning @ RCS page https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/about-us/departments/technology-services/family-technology-support/parentvue for more details.
  • ParentVUE (web browser) - go to Student Info.
  • ParentVUE (app) - go to Student Info > Additional Information.
  • If a student needs a password reset, you can use our support form. It is the first item under the Contact Us grid in the link above.
  • ​If you are still having trouble logging in, please email [email protected]

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  TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT
https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/about-us/departments/technology-services

Good Day Everyone!

Parentsquare is active throughout RCS now.  Parents, if you have questions about Parentsquare, please email [email protected].
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A friendly reminder, families will no longer be required to make appointments to have their Chromebook replaced! Everything can now be done in school, using our ticketing system, Incident IQ.

Why are we changing this process?
  • Our current process requires all families to come to the Administration Building to swap their Chromebook out for a replacement device.
    • This creates long delays for students to complete schoolwork at home
    • Families need to make special arrangements to come to the Administration Building, usually resulting in them taking off work.
  • Ongoing construction in front of the Administration  Building causes confusion & frustration for families trying to get to their appointments
 
What will the new process look like?
  • The student will bring their Chromebook to the Media Center for the TA to inspect for damage
  • TA will determine if payment is needed to replace device
    • In certain cases, an Elementary TA will swap the device at the building if no payment is needed.
  • If payment is needed, an Incident IQ ticket will be created
  • TA sends Chromebook to Help Desk @ Admin DQ
  • Help Desk assess damage and contacts parent/guardian of damage and cost to replace
    • Card Payment Preferred but cash or check option is available
  • Once payment is made, Help Desk will send a replacement device to your buildings TA
  • TA will receive the device and deliver the device to student/teacher
 
How will this new process help families & students receive the best support?
  • Families will no longer have to make arrangements to come to the Administration Building
  • Turnaround time will be faster for students.
 
FAQ
 
What will be happening to our appointment site?
  • The appointment site will not be going away, I will be working with the site manager to update the site to now have a page to let them know of the new way to get their student’s device repaired.
 
Can appointments still be made to come to the Admin Building?
  • Yes! Appointments will still be available on the same days of the week at the same times. We understand that parents/guardians prefer to come in person, rather than have everything done through email/on the phone. We also understand that some parents/guardians may have availability in their schedule to take care of this faster than the new workflow.
 
Will this process also work for students who need to purchase replacement chargers?
Yes! Your TA knows that students who need to purchase a replacement charger would require them to follow this workflow.
 
Please note that this process is brand new for everyone, so there will be some growing pains. If you or your building staff notice anything that may need to be tweaked or if you have any questions, please reach out to myself or Lynn ([email protected])

ADAMS HIGH SCHOOL IS ON FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, AND TWITTER
Stay up to date on all the Highlander happenings by following us on:
​ Facebook; Instagram; and Twitter. Click below. 
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             SOCIAL - EMOTIONAL   
                          WELLNESS! 
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As we continue to care for the social-emotional health and well-being of our school community, we would like to remind our ​students, families, and staff of some valuable resources.  To access a list of available support systems and help lines, please visit our website .
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NURSES CORNER

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Students may visit the main office care room for all medical and body concerns! Monday - Friday from 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
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COURTESY DRIVING SCHOOL

Courtesy Driving School is holding their Segment 1 and Segment 2 classes at our high school again!

You can register for their classes at https://www.courtesydrivingschool.com/locations.html. The fall sessions are now posted and open for enrollment. You can contact Courtesy Driving School at (800) 256-9559 or by email at [email protected] if you have any questions. 
 
Courtesy Driving School
Business Hours:
Monday - Friday 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

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RAHCC RECRUITING

The Rochester Auburn Hills Community Coalition (RAHCC) Youth Action Council is looking for middle and high school students to volunteer for community events all year long. Students will gain leadership skills, earn community service hours and help make a difference.   The RAHCC supports mental health, builds awareness about substance misuse, and encourages healthy lifestyle choices through programming in the schools and throughout the community. The Coalition also awards a scholarship to deserving students. If interested, please send an email with your name, grade (in the fall) and school to:
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Mrs. Schurman, Community Outreach Coordinator for Rochester Community Schools.
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[email protected]

ROCHESTER TRI HIGH SCHOOLS MILITARY HISTORY EXPEDITION 2026

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EVENTFUL FALL PICS!

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Enjoy your weekend,

Mr. Luke Swanson, Principal
Mrs. Andrea Noel, ​Assistant Principal
Mr. Alex Welsh, Assistant Principal
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