NEWS AND NOTES
2023-2024
Important Event Dates!
October 10-16: Homecoming Week Events! (All-day)
October 16: BOE Regular Meeting, SCHS, 6:00 p.m.
October 17: Picture Retake Day, 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
October 17: College and Career Night, SCHS, 6:30 p.m.
October 18: PSAT/NMSQT Fall State Testing (11th Graders Only), 7:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
October 31: Red Cross Halloween Blood Drive!, Aux Gym, 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
October 10-16: Homecoming Week Events! (All-day)
October 16: BOE Regular Meeting, SCHS, 6:00 p.m.
October 17: Picture Retake Day, 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
October 17: College and Career Night, SCHS, 6:30 p.m.
October 18: PSAT/NMSQT Fall State Testing (11th Graders Only), 7:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
October 31: Red Cross Halloween Blood Drive!, Aux Gym, 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
HOMECOMING EVENTS - OCTOBER 10TH - 16TH
Dear RCS Families,
Rochester Community Schools is seeking input through the strategic planning process. A community survey will help inform our vision through 2029 to ensure future-focused success across the district. To ensure an inclusive process that incorporates student voice, we will be providing students in grades 4-12 with an opportunity to complete the survey during the school day, while preserving instructional time. The survey will begin on Oct. 2 and continue through Oct. 13, 2023. The survey is optional and anonymous. Data from the survey will be collected and synthesized by G&D Associates, the district’s facilitator for the strategic planning process. The data will be shared with RCS through a report without identifiers such as names, grade levels, work locations, etc. Families and community members are also invited to share their thoughts. Please visit the district website at www.rochester.k12.mi.us for more information.
The following link is for the community survey only.
Click https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RCS2023
The following link is for the student survey only.
Click https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RCSStudent2023
Thank you for your support of Rochester Community Schools!
Rochester Community Schools is seeking input through the strategic planning process. A community survey will help inform our vision through 2029 to ensure future-focused success across the district. To ensure an inclusive process that incorporates student voice, we will be providing students in grades 4-12 with an opportunity to complete the survey during the school day, while preserving instructional time. The survey will begin on Oct. 2 and continue through Oct. 13, 2023. The survey is optional and anonymous. Data from the survey will be collected and synthesized by G&D Associates, the district’s facilitator for the strategic planning process. The data will be shared with RCS through a report without identifiers such as names, grade levels, work locations, etc. Families and community members are also invited to share their thoughts. Please visit the district website at www.rochester.k12.mi.us for more information.
The following link is for the community survey only.
Click https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RCS2023
The following link is for the student survey only.
Click https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RCSStudent2023
Thank you for your support of Rochester Community Schools!
FALL STATE TESTING (PSAT/NMSQT) INFORMATION
Dear Highlanders,
The PSAT/NMSQT is administered to 11th-grade students throughout the State of Michigan each year during the fall. In Rochester Community Schools this will take place on Wednesday, October 18th. Below is information for the testing schedule for 11th-grade students and the late arrival procedures for all other high school students (9th, 10th, and 12th grade).
Please note that the PSAT/NMSQT is part of the College Board SAT Suite of Assessments and will be the best preparation for our 11th-grade students when they take the SAT in the spring. This will also be the first test administration for the College Board that is completely digital. To support this transition, we will be providing information and practice opportunities ahead of time to prepare our students. Please be on the lookout for future communications.
Testing is scheduled at Adams, Rochester, Stoney Creek, and the Schultz Campus (ACE/Virtual Campus).
The PSAT/NMSQT is administered to 11th-grade students throughout the State of Michigan each year during the fall. In Rochester Community Schools this will take place on Wednesday, October 18th. Below is information for the testing schedule for 11th-grade students and the late arrival procedures for all other high school students (9th, 10th, and 12th grade).
Please note that the PSAT/NMSQT is part of the College Board SAT Suite of Assessments and will be the best preparation for our 11th-grade students when they take the SAT in the spring. This will also be the first test administration for the College Board that is completely digital. To support this transition, we will be providing information and practice opportunities ahead of time to prepare our students. Please be on the lookout for future communications.
Testing is scheduled at Adams, Rochester, Stoney Creek, and the Schultz Campus (ACE/Virtual Campus).
- Transportation will be provided via assigned bus routes for eligible students who require busing. 11th graders who are testing will utilize their normal bus schedule for pick-up times.
- Bus pick-up times for eligible 9th, 10th, and 12th graders will be 3 hours and 45 minutes later than their usual scheduled time.
- Busing to OSTC will not be provided for students. OSTC students who are 11th graders are required to come to school for the PSAT test.
- OSTC students who are not testing will be exempt from OSTC if they are unable to drive to the site.
- Students will be required to bring their own #2 pencil and calculator.
- Buses will drop off students prior to 11:15 a.m. for the second half of the day. Students will remain in the café until classes begin at 11:50 a.m.
- Lunch will be available for all students.
- Room assignments and other test-related details for students will be released closer to the test date.
- School-issued Chromebook and charger. Your Chromebook must be fully charged when you arrive for testing. You cannot use a personal device for this test.
- Photo ID: school ID or Driver's license is acceptable
- Pencils: no. 2 sharpened NON mechanical pencils
- Calculator: optional (there is a calculator included in the digital test, but you are welcome to bring your handheld calculator if you prefer using that)
- Snack/water: optional but strongly recommended to bring for break
- Personal items including bags and phones will NOT be permitted in the testing room. Students should utilize their lockers or cars on test days to store personal items. If a phone or other prohibited item (such as a smart watch) is brought into the testing room, it will need to be turned off and kept in the front of the classroom with the teacher for the entirety of the testing period.
Mr. Pasquale Cusumano
Principal - Adams High School
Ms. Susan Demeniuk
Assistant Principal - Adams High School
Mr. Luke Swanson
Assistant Principal - Adams High School
SPOTLIGHT ON INSTRUCTION
Special Guest: Dr. Emily Stow
Dr. Stow and her Spanish class students attended a fieldtrip to Oakland University in observation of Hispanic Heritage Month!
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GOLD RUSH VIDEO!
Dear Highlanders!
Please click here to watch outstanding highlights from the 6th Annual Gold Rush Tailgate event held on Friday, September 15, 2023.
Have an enjoyable weekend!
PARENT DROP OFF AND PICK UP LOOP
Students/Parents/Guardians,
Please take a minute to look at the below Drop off and Pick up Loop Diagram for a visual reference.
Our hope is that all students and parents arrive and depart safely each school day! We ask that you utilize the Drop off and Pick up Loop at the main entrance located directly off of Tienken Rd.
Thank you for your partnership in this area!
Please take a minute to look at the below Drop off and Pick up Loop Diagram for a visual reference.
Our hope is that all students and parents arrive and depart safely each school day! We ask that you utilize the Drop off and Pick up Loop at the main entrance located directly off of Tienken Rd.
Thank you for your partnership in this area!
REPORTING ATTENDANCE
PARENTS REMIND YOUR STUDENTS WHEN YOU CALL THEM OUT FOR EARLY DISMISSAL THEY MUST PICK UP THEIR PASS IN THE MAIN OFFICE IN THE MORNING, AT LUNCH OR DURING PASSING TIME. PASSES ARE ONLY DELIVERED FOR EMERGENCIES.
Log in to ParentVue at rcsvue.rochester.k12.mi.us/
Note: Our students’ attendance matters to us. We want and expect them to be here as much as possible. We value their presence, and their academic success is dependent on it. Organized or coordinated absences from school are not endorsed by Rochester Community Schools, for example “Senior Skip Days”. Students who decide to take part in these events will be responsible for all missed work and assessments that occur on that day. Teachers will be continuing instruction as normal.
Log in to ParentVue at rcsvue.rochester.k12.mi.us/
Note: Our students’ attendance matters to us. We want and expect them to be here as much as possible. We value their presence, and their academic success is dependent on it. Organized or coordinated absences from school are not endorsed by Rochester Community Schools, for example “Senior Skip Days”. Students who decide to take part in these events will be responsible for all missed work and assessments that occur on that day. Teachers will be continuing instruction as normal.
The safety and security of all students and staff at Adams High is always a top priority. To help us in these efforts, please see the information below:
- During Arrival students can enter through 3 entrances, Main (Door 1), Athletics (Door 22), and Highlander Highway (Door 10). All external doors will be locked at 7:30 AM.
- Campus will remain closed throughout the school day. All grades will have lunch on campus.
- Students are NOT to utilize fast food delivery services. For example, DoorDash, GrubHub, Instacart, or Uber Eats, etc. for food delivery.
- If students are traveling to other campuses throughout the day, they are asked to check out of AHS in the Attendance Office and check back in when they return.
- Students are encouraged to utilize their assigned lockers to minimize their belongings in the classroom.
- If you see something, say something. Please report all safety and security concerns to the Main Office Staff or to Deputy Dan Prachar.
PARKING PASSES
All students who park on campus must have a parking pass on file and that pass must be on display in your car to park in any AHS parking lots. Oakland County Sheriff’s and administrators have begun patrolling our lots as of, Monday, September 25, 2023. Cars without passes can and will be ticketed.
Parking passes are still available for purchase throughout the 2023-2024 school year. See: Mrs. Kari Dennis for parking passes in the Assistant Principal’s Office.
Click https://tce.me/isGI7N for parking pass registration information.
COUNSELING DEPARTMENT
If you need to reach out to your student’s counselor, please see below for contact information.
(International Exchange Students are supported by counselors via alpha arrangement)
9th - 12th GRADES:
The RCS College & Career Fair is Tuesday, Oct. 17th, 6:30 - 8:00 pm at Stoney Creek High School. This is a fantastic opportunity for students and parents to learn about post-high school options, meet college admissions representatives, and gather great information. Don't miss it! See the attached flier below for more details.
SENIORS: COLLEGE APP. INFO.
Counselors met with all seniors on Thursday, September 7th. Seniors were given their transcripts for review, and counselors explained the process for applying to college, sending transcripts, sending test scores, searching for scholarships, etc. All of the information is posted to the seniors’ AHS Class of 2024 Google Classroom. It is important for them to keep checking the Google Classroom for pertinent information, as we will post throughout the year. Additionally, detailed information for seniors regarding college applications, transcript ordering, the Common Application, and more can be found on the Senior Weebly.
Individual Senior Meetings: Over the next month, counselors will send passes to each senior to meet and discuss post-graduation plans, college applications, etc. Additionally, students are welcome to stop by the Counseling Office to ask questions or schedule a meeting with their counselor. Students are able to email their counselors with questions at any time as well. During this season of post high school planning, students are encouraged to take ownership of the process/steps toward their future, as they will be navigating life on their own soon:)
Transcripts: Students order transcripts via www.Parchment.com . This process was explained to seniors on Sept. 7th, and seniors created their Parchment accounts. Our Registrar will begin releasing transcripts from Parchment to colleges after Sept. 7th.
MICHIGAN COLLEGE MONTH APPLICATION FEE WAIVERS: Many MI colleges waive application fees in October. See the attached flier below for details.
SENIORS & JUNIORS: COLLEGE ADMISSIONS REP. VISITS
Juniors and seniors can sign up for meetings with college admissions representatives HERE. These meetings give students the most pertinent, up-to-date information about colleges and admissions information. The representatives who visit Adams are the representatives who review our students’ applications, so this is a unique opportunity that we’d like to see more students accessing!
SENIORS & JUNIORS: Xello Meetings
Counselors recently visited senior and junior English classrooms. We shared pertinent information with students regarding upcoming dates, things they can expect and work on for post-high school planning, and more. Also, we discussed career exploration, and assisted them in using Xello to complete their state-required EDP’s and to explore career and college/training options.
JUNIORS: Free Practice Digital SAT Test
Princeton Review is offering a free practice SAT test for all RCS juniors. It will be given in the new digital format. The test will take place on Election Day, which is a day off for students: Tuesday, Nov. 7th 11:00-1:30 at Rochester High School. Please see the attached flier for details and the registration link for Adams juniors.
SOPHOMORES & JUNIORS: OSTC
For 10th & 11th grade students interested in a program at OSTC next school year, please see the attached fliers below about information nights. Also, the online application for the 24-25 school year is open: www.OSTConline.com
AP TEST REGISTRATION:
The AP Registration sign-up process is live and will run through October 30th. Please see the attached flier below to sign up and pay for your student’s AP tests. Students must submit their proof of payment to Mrs. Snook in the counseling office by October 31st, 2023, or they will not have an exam ordered.
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 test at this time.
Please have your student reach out to their AP teacher with any questions.
“Paying for College” FAFSA/Financial Aid Info. Night:
There are changes being made to the FAFSA for the 2024-2025 school year that will affect many of our students. We have partnered with Oakland University to provide an educational presentation on FAFSA and the changes that have been implemented. The new FAFSA will be available sometime in December. We welcome you to join our virtual “Paying for College” presentation on November 27th at 6:30 pm.
Students and their families are encouraged to join this live virtual presentation to learn information regarding college financial aid. This information is useful no matter what college or university students plan to attend. Topics include the elements of financial aid, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), sources of financial aid, private resources available, and more!
You can register at this link: Https://oakland-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJModOqvqT0jGt1oBfKVabTQdWWkrleot38c
WORK PERMITS
You can obtain a work permit in the counseling office as well as in the vestibule outside of 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.
AP TEST REGISTRATION |
PRINCETON REVIEW PRACTICE |
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Click here to pay for your AP test (using the RCS Online Payment System
COLLEGE AND CAREER FAIR
CAREER NIGHT
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COLLEGE MONTH APP WAIVERS
COSMETOLOGY NIGHT FAIR
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2023-2024 INFORMATION NIGHTS FOR OCTOBER AND JANUARY
WE ARE ON A ROLL!
Hello Highlanders!
We hope you will join is for our PTSA meeting on Tuesday, October 17th at 9:30 am. There will be presentations from Administration, Counseling, Student Council and more.
If your student is interested in volunteer leadership hours, please have them consider registering as a student Co-Chair of a PTSA committee. Seniors earn graduation cords if they are a Co-Chair for at least one year, volunteer on a PTSA committee for 3 years and help implement a project within their committee. Leadership hours look great on college and job applications and help prepare students for life after high school. Applications are available here.
Kim Kelly – President, Lisa Degrieck - VP Membership, Alisa Hauberg – VP Committees, Teri Myers – Treasurer, Lauren Bower - Secretary
We hope you will join is for our PTSA meeting on Tuesday, October 17th at 9:30 am. There will be presentations from Administration, Counseling, Student Council and more.
If your student is interested in volunteer leadership hours, please have them consider registering as a student Co-Chair of a PTSA committee. Seniors earn graduation cords if they are a Co-Chair for at least one year, volunteer on a PTSA committee for 3 years and help implement a project within their committee. Leadership hours look great on college and job applications and help prepare students for life after high school. Applications are available here.
Kim Kelly – President, Lisa Degrieck - VP Membership, Alisa Hauberg – VP Committees, Teri Myers – Treasurer, Lauren Bower - Secretary
PTSA STUDENT CO-CHAIR APPLICATION
LAST CALL! Earn service hours and senior cords as a PTSA student leader!
Sign up to be a student PTSA committee chair. Work on student-led, student-driven projects to support your school and community. Key Club and National Honor Society service hours can be granted. Senior honor cords can be earned for graduation.
Students leaders are needed for the following committees: Battle of the Books, Green Schools, Legislative, School Supply Collection, Staff Appreciation, STEAM and Welcome Ambassadors.
Sign up with a friend! All are welcome! Scan the QR code or use this link to complete the Google form: https://forms.gle/XeW3k3yQHWznaVEs8.
From Amy DiCresce, [email protected], 586-291-2208
STUDENT APPLICATION STEP ONE: Complete this Google form to select your preferred committee(s). CLICK HERE: https://forms.gle/XeW3k3yQHWznaVEs8.
STEP TWO: Join the Adams PTSA as a student member. CLICK HERE: https://adamshsptsa.membershiptoolkit.com/.
STEP TWO: Join the Adams PTSA as a student member. CLICK HERE: https://adamshsptsa.membershiptoolkit.com/.
VETERANS DAY BREAKFAST!
Honor your favorite military vet
There are several ways to honor your military friends and family members during our Adams Veterans Day celebration on Nov. 10.
1. Provide a photo of your vet to be included in a mural in the school.
2. Make a personalized yard sign honoring a vet to be displayed outside the school.
3. Invite your vet to join you for breakfast at AHS on Nov. 10 from 8:30—9:45 a.m.
4. Donate items for the Veterans Day breakfast. Signup genius link here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0F4CAFA922A64-45081244-2023.
To participate in any of these activities, please email PTSA volunteer, Amy DiCresce, at [email protected] for further instructions. See enclosed flyer for details.
From Amy DiCresce, [email protected], 586-291-2208
There are several ways to honor your military friends and family members during our Adams Veterans Day celebration on Nov. 10.
1. Provide a photo of your vet to be included in a mural in the school.
2. Make a personalized yard sign honoring a vet to be displayed outside the school.
3. Invite your vet to join you for breakfast at AHS on Nov. 10 from 8:30—9:45 a.m.
4. Donate items for the Veterans Day breakfast. Signup genius link here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0F4CAFA922A64-45081244-2023.
To participate in any of these activities, please email PTSA volunteer, Amy DiCresce, at [email protected] for further instructions. See enclosed flyer for details.
From Amy DiCresce, [email protected], 586-291-2208
THE PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT
For more information about upcoming events click the link below:
https://ahs.rochester.k12.mi.us/student-life/theatre
https://ahs.rochester.k12.mi.us/student-life/theatre
ADAMS MEDIA CENTER
Brenda Carlson, NBCT
Information Literacy Specialist
National Honor Society Advisor
HOSA Co-sponsor
Michigan Virtual Mentor
[email protected]
We have a new look! Click adams_media_center_9_20_23.jpg
We have lots of exciting things happening this year for your students. Our interior design students re-designed the media center last spring and the new collaborative spaces, relaxation spots, and decor are big hits. With the extra room we've been able to add new displays to catch the interest of our readers.
Speaking of reading...if you like books (especially at bargain prices!), shop Spark Book Fairs. When you check out it will ask you to support an organization and when you search and click "Rochester Adams High," our media center gets a portion of the proceeds to purchase books. Everyone wins when it comes to reading!
Research/Technology
Where can I find Academic Peer- Reviewed Journals for my research projects?
www.rhpl.org o Can be used at AHS o Look under Database tabs
www.mel.org o eResources o Browse all resources
Brenda Carlson, NBCT
Information Literacy Specialist
National Honor Society Advisor
HOSA Co-sponsor
Michigan Virtual Mentor
[email protected]
We have a new look! Click adams_media_center_9_20_23.jpg
We have lots of exciting things happening this year for your students. Our interior design students re-designed the media center last spring and the new collaborative spaces, relaxation spots, and decor are big hits. With the extra room we've been able to add new displays to catch the interest of our readers.
Speaking of reading...if you like books (especially at bargain prices!), shop Spark Book Fairs. When you check out it will ask you to support an organization and when you search and click "Rochester Adams High," our media center gets a portion of the proceeds to purchase books. Everyone wins when it comes to reading!
Research/Technology
Where can I find Academic Peer- Reviewed Journals for my research projects?
www.rhpl.org o Can be used at AHS o Look under Database tabs
www.mel.org o eResources o Browse all resources
HOMECOMING SPIRIT WEEK!
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APFIM
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AMBLE INN ONLINE WEBSTORE
Check out our new Fall 2023 spirit wear!
Get amazing Adams Gear for yourself or for your student!
Our online store has the best Adams merchandise anywhere.
Why come inside when you can go online!
Get amazing Adams Gear for yourself or for your student!
Our online store has the best Adams merchandise anywhere.
Why come inside when you can go online!
Click here to order!
Click the link below for cap and gown orders:
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/catalogBrowse/1063459/Adams-High-School/Graduation-Packages/2076693219/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/catalogBrowse/1063459/Adams-High-School/Graduation-Packages/2076693219/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/
SENIOR YEARBOOK PORTRAITS
Dear Parents and Students of the Class of 2024,
All seniors for the class of 2024 will need to get their YEARBOOK PORTRAIT taken by Prestige Portraits. This service is provided free of charge and includes insertion in the yearbook and inclusion on the class composite.
If you missed the June and July dates at Adams, there is one more session for seniors at Adams High School on Saturday, October 21, 2023 from 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM in the media center!
You will have to schedule your sitting for this date using the following link:
https://schedule.prestigeportraits.com/schedule/home.html?MI&rochester
From the site, scroll to the bottom, and type in the state (Michigan), and the city (Rochester Hills) to begin the scheduling process. If you are unable to make this date, you will need schedule a personal sitting at a Prestige studio.
https://local.prestigeportraits.com
You can also call 517-349-1703 and then follow the prompts to schedule an appointment.
The special no-charge yearbook session will be available along with other sessions and upgrade options. If you do schedule your senior picture session, do so in the summer. All seniors should have their senior portraits taken by Saturday, November 11th. Once the photos are processed, students/parents must choose their preferred photo by November 25, 2023.
If a pose is not chosen by that date, the studio will choose a pose to be submitted. Prestige will then send the photo directly to Mr. Lovalvo.
Students and parents will still have the opportunity to go to their preferred choice of photographer, if it is not Prestige Portraits, for their other senior photos. While only the yearbook pose sitting fee is FREE OF CHARGE, Prestige will be offering significant discounts for other senior picture packages as well.
Please remember that this is a more formal section of the yearbook than the underclassmen photo section. Because of this, students need to dress up - shirt/tie/suit coat, collared shirt, dress, blouse, etc.
All clothing needs to meet these specifications and the RCS dress code policy in order to be included in the yearbook and on the class composite. If you (or your child) need help obtaining proper attire or need more information regarding attire, please contact Mr. Lovalvo at [email protected].
Students who do not get their yearbook photo taken with Prestige by the deadline will not appear in the senior section of the yearbook or the class composite.
If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Lovalvo at [email protected].
AHS SENIOR ALL-NIGHT PARTY FOR THE CLASS OF 2024!
SENIOR ALL-NIGHT PARTY at Dave & Buster’s in Utica for the Adams High School Class of 2024 following commencement ceremonies on May 29, 2024!
The Senior All-Night Party (SANP) is an Adams High School tradition, offering a safe place for seniors to spend time with their friends on graduation night.
Purchase tickets now and SAVE! Purchase your SANP ticket now for $95 before the price goes up on Nov. 23, 2023. Cost is $95 until Nov. 22, 2023, or $125 beginning Nov. 23. Ticket prices include transportation between Adams and Dave & Busters, plus games, food, entertainment, caricature artists and more.
Details and volunteer opportunities will be shared this spring.
TICKETS WILL NOT BE SOLD AT THE DOOR. Please note: SANP links were not available during registration at the start of the year. Families did not complete this information in August.
For more information, contact Julie Adams at [email protected] or Kelly Zazeckis at [email protected].
Families with financial circumstances may contact Assistant Principal Luke Swanson for confidential assistance at 248-726-5200.
To register your senior, please click below for the waiver and payment portal.
STEP ONE: Click or scan for SANP waiver: https://forms.gle/i432tjFjt5YiAGpn8.
STEP TWO: Click or scan for SANP online payment: https://tce.me/ivcyPi.
The Senior All-Night Party (SANP) is an Adams High School tradition, offering a safe place for seniors to spend time with their friends on graduation night.
Purchase tickets now and SAVE! Purchase your SANP ticket now for $95 before the price goes up on Nov. 23, 2023. Cost is $95 until Nov. 22, 2023, or $125 beginning Nov. 23. Ticket prices include transportation between Adams and Dave & Busters, plus games, food, entertainment, caricature artists and more.
Details and volunteer opportunities will be shared this spring.
TICKETS WILL NOT BE SOLD AT THE DOOR. Please note: SANP links were not available during registration at the start of the year. Families did not complete this information in August.
For more information, contact Julie Adams at [email protected] or Kelly Zazeckis at [email protected].
Families with financial circumstances may contact Assistant Principal Luke Swanson for confidential assistance at 248-726-5200.
To register your senior, please click below for the waiver and payment portal.
STEP ONE: Click or scan for SANP waiver: https://forms.gle/i432tjFjt5YiAGpn8.
STEP TWO: Click or scan for SANP online payment: https://tce.me/ivcyPi.
SENIORS GIRLS FLAG FOOTBALL
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ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT
2023-2024 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.
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 Shane Holler, Athletic Director at (248) 726-5208 or [email protected].
RCS SPORTS PHYSICALS!
Please remember that a MHSAA pre-participation sports physical is required for all RCS student-athletes who participate in sports during the 2023-24 school year. A valid 2023-24 physical examination must be completed on or after April 15, 2023. For further information, please reference the athletic webpage on the RCS website at: https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/athletics.
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.
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!
HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH |
REAL TALK - HBCU's |
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EDUSTAFF IS HIRING!
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DURHAM SCHOOL SERVICES
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NOW HIRING LUNCHTIME ASSISTANTS!
RCS - CHARTWELLS
FOOD SERVICE
FOOD SERVICE
Information regarding Chartwells Food Services at RCS can be found at:
https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/about-us/departments/foodservices.
MICHIGAN SCHOOL MEALS PROGRAM
The Michigan School Meals program will offer universal free breakfast and lunch during the 2023-24 school year for all public school students in transitional kindergarten through high school and preschoolers in the Great Start Readiness Program. Families are not required to apply for free school meals. All students are automatically eligible every school day. Families in need are still encouraged to complete an application for benefits to qualify for additional community resources. The form used in previous years was the Free and Reduced Meal Price Application.
The new form is the Application for Summer EBT and Education Benefits for Michigan School Meals Program, which may entitle students to benefits, discounts and waivers including:
The new form is the Application for Summer EBT and Education Benefits for Michigan School Meals Program, which may entitle students to benefits, discounts and waivers including:
- Free pay-to-participate extracurricular activities and club fees
- School-age care (SAC)
- Testing and college application fees
- Field trips, school activities, senior all-night parties, etc.
- Operation School Bell, Assistance League of Southeastern Michigan
- Rochester Area Youth Assistance
- Blessings in a Backpack
- Other assistance and resources through charitable organizations
ParentVUE and StudentVUE Logins
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.
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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The District Chromebook Troubleshooting website is now live (See below). It has the most common problems that students are experiencing and how they can try to fix them. We are hoping that this will get students back to work a little quicker.
PLEASE NOTE: We have taken down the RCS Tech Support Ticket site. If a student needs help with their Chromebook, they should look at the troubleshooting site first. If they can’t fix it from the information on that page, they can make an appointment to swap out their Chromebook or they can call Technology Services (number is on the Troubleshooting page).
PLEASE NOTE: We have taken down the RCS Tech Support Ticket site. If a student needs help with their Chromebook, they should look at the troubleshooting site first. If they can’t fix it from the information on that page, they can make an appointment to swap out their Chromebook or they can call Technology Services (number is on the Troubleshooting page).
PTA REFLECTIONS
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PTA Reflections Program
I am Hopeful Because…
Reflections is a National PTA program designed to encourage students to create original works of art inspired by a specific theme. This year´s theme is: I am Hopeful Because…
Students may submit one entry per category, in any of the six areas listed below:
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Dance Choreography
Film Production
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Music Composition
Visual Arts
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Literature
Photography
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Reflections Entries Accepted until:
Monday, November 13th
To participate:
- Complete the entry form https://forms.gle/YqYD12LE8r56upFi6
- Be creative and follow the rules and formats accepted for each category (click here for rules: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IN5bHJdkEz6k3aVQa2Wpsg1OlijFWvEgqzVxGFvfsA4/edit?usp=sharing)
- After you are done, turn in your entries to the main office with a printed form or upload entries with your google entry form.
- Questions? Contact Jamie Rawcliffe [email protected]
Be creative and have fun!
ROTARY CLUB OF ROCHESTER HILLS
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RED CROSS
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CANDY COLLECTION FOR TROOPS!
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LIONS RECYCLE FOR SIGHT
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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! 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 or go to: https://rcssocialemotionalresources.weebly.com/. 
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COURTESY DRIVING SCHOOLCourtesy 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. |
RAHCC RECRUITINGThe 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:
Mrs. Schurman, Community Outreach Coordinator for Rochester Community Schools. [email protected] |
TEEN STREET SKILLS
Registration opened in April, 2023
Contact Teen Street Skills at https://teenstreetskills.org/
Teen Street Skills - CREATING BETTER, SAFER DRIVERS
Register Now teenstreetskills.org
August 15, 16, & 17 - Belle Isle, Detroit
October 14 & 15 - Belle Isle, Detroit
November 4 & 5 - Belle Isle, Detroit
ROCHESTER MOUNTAIN
BIKING TEAM
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This is our second-to-last update on RMBT's 2023 season. The state championships are this weekend at Stony Creek Metro Park! Our riders are set to make team history!
ROCHESTER MOUNTAIN BIKE TEAM - RACE #5 RESULTS
For immediate posting - Newsletters, Announcements, and Social Media
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The Rochester Mountain Bike Team is entering the home stretch, winning their fifth consecutive high school composite trophy at Lakeshore Park in Novi over the weekend. After Saturday’s rain, our riders competed on a technically challenging course requiring nonstop concentration, speed, and agility. The team brought home six medals, including another three first place finishes, and a record fifteen team riders placed in the top ten in their categories! Adams Junior Abby Weaver placed first in JV Female and leads the series points. Congratulations Abby! We encourage the Adams community to come out to the West Branch Picnic Area at Stony Creek Metropark in Shelby Township and racing starts at 8:45 AM this Sunday, October 15th to cheer the team on in their effort to secure their first overall state championship title, starting with Varsity at 8:45 am. Good luck to all our racers!
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The Rochester Mountain Bike Team is entering the home stretch, winning their fifth consecutive high school composite trophy at Lakeshore Park in Novi over the weekend. After Saturday’s rain, our riders competed on a technically challenging course requiring nonstop concentration, speed, and agility. The team brought home six medals, including another three first place finishes, and a record fifteen team riders placed in the top ten in their categories! Rochester Junior Diego Luna took second place in JV 11-12 Male and holds second in the overall series points. Senior Rowan Feldkamp, Sophomore Jane Korson, Junior Erin Monette, and Freshman Keegan Pfeiffer also had top ten finishes. Congratulations Diego, Rowan, Jane, Erin, and Keegan! We encourage the Rochester community to come out to the West Branch Picnic Area at Stony Creek Metropark this Sunday, October 15th to cheer the team on in their effort to secure their first overall state championship title, starting with Varsity at 8:50 am. Good luck to all our racers!
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The Rochester Mountain Bike Team is entering the home stretch, winning their fifth consecutive high school composite trophy at Lakeshore Park in Novi over the weekend. After Saturday’s rain, our riders competed on a technically challenging course requiring nonstop concentration, speed, and agility. The team brought home six medals, including another three first place finishes, and a record fifteen team riders placed in the top ten in their categories! Stoney Creek Sophomore Katja Opfer raced to her fifth straight win in Varsity Female and leads the series points. Freshman Trevor Abramczyk, Junior Cavan Parsons, and Junior Isaac Shirley also placed in the top ten in their categories. Congratulations Katja, Trevor, Cavan, and Isaac! We encourage the Stoney Creek community to come out to the West Branch Picnic Area at Stony Creek Metropark this Sunday, October 15th to cheer the team on in their effort to secure their first overall state championship title, starting with Varsity at 8:50 am. Good luck to all our racers!
Attached photos:
Members of the Rochester Mountain Bike Team accept the high school composite trophy at Lakeshore Park, 10/8/23
JV 11-12 Male start, Lakeshore Park 10/8/23 (including RMBT riders Mael Fleury, Diego Luna, Cavan Parsons, and Isaac Shirley)
JV Female start, Lakeshore Park, 10/8/23 (including RMBT riders Rowan Feldkamp, Sofia Longo, Lauren Murray, Isabella Rossey, and Abby Weaver - series leader)
Varsity Girls start, Lakeshore Park, 10/8/23 (including Stoney Creek sophomore Katja Opfer - series leader)
Jessica Opfer
[email protected]
Regards,
Mr. Pasquale Cusumano, Principal
Ms. Susan Demeniuk, Assistant Principal
Mr. Luke Swanson, Assistant Principal
Mr. Pasquale Cusumano, Principal
Ms. Susan Demeniuk, Assistant Principal
Mr. Luke Swanson, Assistant Principal
