NEWS AND NOTES
2023-2024
Important Event Dates!
October 6: No school for students and Districtwide PD, (All-day)
October 9: No school, Indigenous People Day, (All-day)
October 10: Classes resume, (All-day)
Karen Malsbury presents Brooks Harper Speaking Engagement to Juniors and Seniors, AHS Auditorium,
(Juniors during 5th Hour and Seniors during 6th Hour), 12:25 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
October 12: AHS Virtual Conferences, 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
October 10-14:Homecoming Week Kick-off! (All-day)
*Pep Rally (10/13)
* Football Game, 7:00 p.m. (10/13)
* Homecoming Dance, 7:00 p.m. (10/14)
October 17: Picture Retake Day, (All-day)
October 31: Red Cross Halloween Blood Drive!, Aux Gym, 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
October 6: No school for students and Districtwide PD, (All-day)
October 9: No school, Indigenous People Day, (All-day)
October 10: Classes resume, (All-day)
Karen Malsbury presents Brooks Harper Speaking Engagement to Juniors and Seniors, AHS Auditorium,
(Juniors during 5th Hour and Seniors during 6th Hour), 12:25 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
October 12: AHS Virtual Conferences, 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
October 10-14:Homecoming Week Kick-off! (All-day)
*Pep Rally (10/13)
* Football Game, 7:00 p.m. (10/13)
* Homecoming Dance, 7:00 p.m. (10/14)
October 17: Picture Retake Day, (All-day)
October 31: Red Cross Halloween Blood Drive!, Aux Gym, 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
HOMECOMING EVENTS - OCTOBER 10TH - 13TH
OSTC UPDATE!
Attention OSTC STUDENTS(BOTH CAMPUS):
Adams will be following our Assembly Schedule on Friday, October 13th (See Pep Assembly Bell Schedule below).
Transportation to/from OSTC WILL BE PROVIDED.
Students that choose to attend the assembly will be exempted from OSTC and are to let Mrs. Roehl in attendance know.
Adams will be following our Assembly Schedule on Friday, October 13th (See Pep Assembly Bell Schedule below).
Transportation to/from OSTC WILL BE PROVIDED.
Students that choose to attend the assembly will be exempted from OSTC and are to let Mrs. Roehl in attendance know.
BROOKS HARPER IS COMING!
REAL TALK - HBCU's
PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES
Dear Parents,
We are pleased to announce that parent-teacher conferences will be conducted virtually. Parents will have the ability to preschedule conferences in ParentVUE, rather than waiting in line to see a teacher.
The fall parent-teacher conferences are scheduled as follows:
• High School – Virtually October 12 (5:00-8:00pm)
• Middle School – Virtually October 11 (5:00-8:00pm)
Please use the attached quick start guide for instructions on scheduling your conferences. We are asking parents who are planning to attend conferences to schedule five-minute time slots with the teachers with whom they would like to speak. If a parent does not have any concerns or questions for their son or daughter’s teacher, they do not need to feel obligated to schedule appointments during that time. Also, if a parent feels their concern will require more time than the allotted five minutes, they are welcome to contact the teacher to set up a separate appointment.
Families will have the ability to schedule meetings beginning on September 27, up until the evening of conferences. If parents are planning to see multiple teachers, we recommend leaving 5-10 minutes between scheduled appointments to join the next meeting.
In order to schedule appointments, it is important for parents to be able to successfully login to ParentVUE. You may use either the ParentVUE mobile app or visit https://rcsvue.rochester.k12.mi.us
If a parent is having difficulties with their ParentVUE login, they can email ParentVUE support at [email protected]
We are pleased to announce that parent-teacher conferences will be conducted virtually. Parents will have the ability to preschedule conferences in ParentVUE, rather than waiting in line to see a teacher.
The fall parent-teacher conferences are scheduled as follows:
• High School – Virtually October 12 (5:00-8:00pm)
• Middle School – Virtually October 11 (5:00-8:00pm)
Please use the attached quick start guide for instructions on scheduling your conferences. We are asking parents who are planning to attend conferences to schedule five-minute time slots with the teachers with whom they would like to speak. If a parent does not have any concerns or questions for their son or daughter’s teacher, they do not need to feel obligated to schedule appointments during that time. Also, if a parent feels their concern will require more time than the allotted five minutes, they are welcome to contact the teacher to set up a separate appointment.
Families will have the ability to schedule meetings beginning on September 27, up until the evening of conferences. If parents are planning to see multiple teachers, we recommend leaving 5-10 minutes between scheduled appointments to join the next meeting.
In order to schedule appointments, it is important for parents to be able to successfully login to ParentVUE. You may use either the ParentVUE mobile app or visit https://rcsvue.rochester.k12.mi.us
If a parent is having difficulties with their ParentVUE login, they can email ParentVUE support at [email protected]
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!
SPOTLIGHT ON INSTRUCTION
Special Guest: Charlotte Morey
Ms. Morey is in her classroom full of eager students that are learning how to build robots in the new Adams High School Innovation Lab!
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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!
Students should come to the front office as soon as possible to pick up their 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 enclosed 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 enclosed 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 enclosed flier below 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 enclosed fliers below about information nights. Also, the online application for the 24-25 school year opens on Mon., October 2nd here: www.OSTConline.com
AP TEST REGISTRATION:
The AP Registration sign-up process is live and will run through October 30th. Please see the enclosed 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.
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.
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 enclosed 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 enclosed 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 enclosed flier below 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 enclosed fliers below about information nights. Also, the online application for the 24-25 school year opens on Mon., October 2nd here: www.OSTConline.com
AP TEST REGISTRATION:
The AP Registration sign-up process is live and will run through October 30th. Please see the enclosed 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.
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!
Our Staff Appreciation committee will be hosting a tailgate lunch for our staff and is looking for donations and parent volunteers.
Did you know we are on social media? Check us out on Facebook: Adams High School PTSA and Instagram: @Adams_PTSA
Kim Kelly – President, Lisa Degrieck - VP Membership, Alisa Hauberg – VP Committees, Teri Myers – Treasurer, Lauren Bower - Secretary
Our Staff Appreciation committee will be hosting a tailgate lunch for our staff and is looking for donations and parent volunteers.
Did you know we are on social media? Check us out on Facebook: Adams High School PTSA and Instagram: @Adams_PTSA
Kim Kelly – President, Lisa Degrieck - VP Membership, Alisa Hauberg – VP Committees, Teri Myers – Treasurer, Lauren Bower - Secretary
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
OAKLAND CRASH RECONSTRUCTIONIST TEAM
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HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
STUDENT COUNCIL
Dear Highlanders!
The Adams Student Council is hosting a Homecoming 2023 Snack Donations Event. Please click Sign Up Genius to sign up and donate snacks and drinks to our homecoming dance on Saturday, October 14th! All donations need to be brought to the Rochester Adams High School administration office or Mr. Bondy's room #154 by Wednesday, October 11th.
We appreciate your support!
Dear Highlanders!
The Adams Student Council is hosting a Homecoming 2023 Snack Donations Event. Please click Sign Up Genius to sign up and donate snacks and drinks to our homecoming dance on Saturday, October 14th! All donations need to be brought to the Rochester Adams High School administration office or Mr. Bondy's room #154 by Wednesday, October 11th.
We appreciate your support!
AHS BAND NEWS!
Jian Kim, a senior in the band, has become a fellow from NPR's "From the Top." "From the Top" is a national radio program from NPR and also a podcast. She will professionally record a piece of music next month and also be interviewed on national radio. To become a fellow Jian had to complete an audition process over the summer. Look out for Jian to be on NPR next month!
DETROIT THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE!
For the first time in school history the Highlander Marching band has been accepted into the Detroit Thanksgiving Day parade. The marching band will go perform in Detroit thanksgiving morning and be on national tv. They look forward to doing this before coming home at noon and watching the lions.
APFIM
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/
CAP AND GOWN ORDERS!
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.
SENIOR TRIP TO WASHINGTON, D.C.
2024 NATIONAL MERIT SEMIFINALISTS!
We are delighted to celebrate your awesome accomplishments in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program (NMSP). Becoming national merit semifinalists is a reflection of the exemplary education that you have received in the Rochester Community School District. The dedication of your academic focus and parental guidance secured your 2024 NMSP status!
Congratulations to our 2024 National Merit Semifinalists. They are:
Moamel Al-Saedi
Caroline Bull
Selena Cooper
Maya Dahanukar
Isabella Guthrie
Tyler R. Horvath
Laura Liu
Griffin Moore
Eryk Nguyen
Shifan Saeed
Swapna Srikantan
Kian Zadeh
Jason Zhang
Congratulations to our 2024 National Merit Semifinalists. They are:
Moamel Al-Saedi
Caroline Bull
Selena Cooper
Maya Dahanukar
Isabella Guthrie
Tyler R. Horvath
Laura Liu
Griffin Moore
Eryk Nguyen
Shifan Saeed
Swapna Srikantan
Kian Zadeh
Jason Zhang
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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!
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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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
The Rochester Mountain Bike Team has a weekend off before returning to racing at Lakeshore Park in Novi on October 8th, with two races to go in the Michigan Scholastic Cycling Association series.
Good luck to all our racers!
Jessica Opfer
[email protected]
Good luck to all our racers!
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
