December 11, 2020
NEWS FROM THE ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT
CONGRATULATIONS AHS SOFTBALL TEAM!!!
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CLUB ANNOUNCEMENTS
ADAMS HIGH SCHOOL MATH CLUB OFFERS TUTORING
Interested in free, online, one on one math tutoring by Adams High School Students? Our Math Tutoring Club can provide quality tutoring at no cost to elementary, middle, and high school students via ZOOM! Visit Adams Math Tutoring Club to schedule a session and to view our website.
AHS THEATRE DEPARTMENT HOSTING POETRY SLAM
Adams High School is looking to host a virtual Poetry Slam at the end of January. All RCS high schools are welcome. This event calls for anyone interested in writing and performing a piece, graphic design, video editing, and social media promotion. If you’re interested please reach out to Claire Donohoe via Instagram (@cwroteit) or email (cdonoh3705@rcs-k12.us)
IMPORTANT SENIOR INFORMATION
SENIOR NAMES FOR DIPLOMA DUE MONDAY, DECEMBER 14TH
It’s time to start looking ahead to graduation and your AHS senior’s name for the diploma is needed now!!
Please complete the RCS: Senior Diploma Name Card 2020-2021 by Monday, December 14th, 2020. Enter your student’s name as it appears on their birth certificate using upper and lower case letters. If there is a space, a capital letter, an accent, or a suffix, please indicate this clearly.
This information is used to ensure your student’s diploma is printed correctly.
Please complete the RCS: Senior Diploma Name Card 2020-2021 by Monday, December 14th, 2020. Enter your student’s name as it appears on their birth certificate using upper and lower case letters. If there is a space, a capital letter, an accent, or a suffix, please indicate this clearly.
This information is used to ensure your student’s diploma is printed correctly.
SENIOR PORTRAIT DEADLINE EXTENSION: JANUARY 16TH, 2021
Due to the recent state lockdown and the current unavailability of Prestige Portrait Studios, the senior portrait deadline has been extended to January 16th, 2021.
Please go online at https://bit.ly/PRESTIGE_OAKLANDTWP to make your child’s senior portrait appointment.
If you have any questions please contact Mr. Lovalvo at dlovalvo1@rochester.k12.mi.us.
Please go online at https://bit.ly/PRESTIGE_OAKLANDTWP to make your child’s senior portrait appointment.
If you have any questions please contact Mr. Lovalvo at dlovalvo1@rochester.k12.mi.us.
NEWS FROM THE COUNSELING DEPARTMENT
STUDENT CAREER EXPLORATION
It’s typically during our fall grade level meetings that we have students complete their state-required Educational Development Plans (EDPs) and spend some time in career education via Xello. Since we can’t meet in person currently, we sent out information about Xello & EDPs to students via their language arts classes and their counseling Google Classroom pages. Please ask your student about this, and help us make sure their EDP is complete. Check out Xello with them, too! It is PACKED with exploration and learning students can do to move them toward finding a career that’s a great fit for their personality, skills, and interests.
GRADE LEVEL GOOGLE CLASSROOMS - STUDENTS PLEASE JOIN (UPDATED INFO)
The Counseling Department has created grade specific Google Classroom’s. Please encourage your students to join the Google Classroom if they have not already done so. Each grade has a video to view specific to their grade level. The codes are listed below.
- 9th grade (all students, class of 2024): Class code: vn3dn2q
- 10th grade (all students, class of 2023): Class code: 6nbncxv
- 11th grade (all students, class of 2022): Class code: cyvq4oi
- 12th grade (all students, class of 2021): Class code: 7ed7afo
KHAN ACADEMY - PSAT/SAT TESTING PRACTICE
We are encouraging all Adams students to utilize Khan Academy as practice for future PSAT/SAT testing. Khan Academy provides students with personalized practice and study opportunities based on previous test scores when students link their Khan Academy account to their College Board account. See the instruction below on how to set up and use your Khan Academy account.
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RCSF CLASS OF 2021 SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES - DUE JANUARY 8TH
The annual Rochester Community Schools Foundation Scholarship Program is now accepting scholarship packet submissions from all interested RCS high school seniors.
The scholarship descriptions that are awarded through the RCS Foundation have been finalized and can be viewed by clicking on the following link: https://rcs-foundation.org/annual-scholarship-program/.
The scholarships listed on the website are based on criteria developed by the donors which may include academic promise; extracurricular activities; community service; musical, artistic and dramatic talent; tenacity; work ethic; and leadership. Some awards may consider an applicant's financial need. Distribution of the scholarship funds are based on identifying successful candidates who meet the criteria.
All interested applicants are asked to review all scholarships and eligibility requirements (click here) and submit a completed application packet by no later than end of day January 8, 2021.
For additional scholarship opportunities, visit the Community Foundation of Greater Rochester website: https://cfound.org/applying/students.
If you have any questions, please contact the RCS Foundation Team - 248-726-3190
The scholarship descriptions that are awarded through the RCS Foundation have been finalized and can be viewed by clicking on the following link: https://rcs-foundation.org/annual-scholarship-program/.
The scholarships listed on the website are based on criteria developed by the donors which may include academic promise; extracurricular activities; community service; musical, artistic and dramatic talent; tenacity; work ethic; and leadership. Some awards may consider an applicant's financial need. Distribution of the scholarship funds are based on identifying successful candidates who meet the criteria.
All interested applicants are asked to review all scholarships and eligibility requirements (click here) and submit a completed application packet by no later than end of day January 8, 2021.
For additional scholarship opportunities, visit the Community Foundation of Greater Rochester website: https://cfound.org/applying/students.
If you have any questions, please contact the RCS Foundation Team - 248-726-3190
UPDATED REMOTE LEARNING INFORMATION
With COVID-19 cases spreading quickly across Michigan and more specifically, Oakland County, we have made the decision to continue serving children in a remote learning environment through Friday, Jan. 15, 2021. As a reminder, there will be no school for students on Jan. 18 and 19.
On Nov. 4, we indicated that our transition to remote learning would be evaluated by Nov. 27. However, as the holidays approach, we recognize the increased need for families to arrange schedules and plan ahead, so we have thoughtfully condensed our timeline.
Although we cannot predict the future, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, and the Oakland County Health Division (OCHD) indicate that traditional gatherings over the holidays can increase the chances of getting or spreading COVID-19. By the Jan. 15 timeframe, holiday gatherings should have subsided, and we are optimistic that we will see a downward trend in the numbers. Jan. 15 also marks the end of the first semester for our secondary students.
We will continue to evaluate our teaching and learning options and communicate updates as they become available. Student and staff safety will remain our priority.
On Nov. 4, we indicated that our transition to remote learning would be evaluated by Nov. 27. However, as the holidays approach, we recognize the increased need for families to arrange schedules and plan ahead, so we have thoughtfully condensed our timeline.
Although we cannot predict the future, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, and the Oakland County Health Division (OCHD) indicate that traditional gatherings over the holidays can increase the chances of getting or spreading COVID-19. By the Jan. 15 timeframe, holiday gatherings should have subsided, and we are optimistic that we will see a downward trend in the numbers. Jan. 15 also marks the end of the first semester for our secondary students.
We will continue to evaluate our teaching and learning options and communicate updates as they become available. Student and staff safety will remain our priority.
2020-2021 CALENDAR UPDATES
Recently the Contract Maintenance Committee (CMC), consisting of district leaders and union representatives, discussed and voted on changes to the 2020-21 calendar. Changes are as follows:
- There will be no final exams at the secondary level (grades 6-12) for the first semester. The grade at the end of the semester will be made up of the two quarter grades, each at 50 percent.
- The first semester will continue through Jan. 15, 2021, for students in grades 6-12. Elementary trimesters will continue as scheduled.
- There will be no school on Jan. 18 for all K-12 students in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
- There will be no school on Jan. 19 for all K-12 students. This will serve as a records day at the secondary level and transition time for the elementary level.
- The second semester will begin on Jan. 20 for grades 6-12.
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/pages/156551/remote-learning-rcs) for more details.
Please remember, we are here for you! If you have questions, feel free to reach out to us. If you have a general question contact the main office at 248-726-5200. If we are not available please leave a message or email us at AHS@rochester.k12.mi.us and we will get back to you. If you need to speak to your counselor, send them an email and they will be in touch with you as soon as they can.
Parents can visit the Remote Learning @ RCS page (https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/pages/156551/remote-learning-rcs) 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 rcsvuehelp@rochester.k12.mi.us
Please remember, we are here for you! If you have questions, feel free to reach out to us. If you have a general question contact the main office at 248-726-5200. If we are not available please leave a message or email us at AHS@rochester.k12.mi.us and we will get back to you. If you need to speak to your counselor, send them an email and they will be in touch with you as soon as they can.
A NOTE FROM KIM KELLY - PTSA PRESIDENT
Hello Highlanders! As we near the holiday break, kids will have time on their hands and what better way to spend it than by being a buddy to a younger student? This is an ongoing program and hours are awarded. Please sign up using the link on the Helping Hands form. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MOPYh_g5gnIMXC3ZGGhD3kZTMiSBv63tzdK8ebj0wdA/edit?usp=sharing
Feedback from parents of young students includes: “my 1st grader can’t stop talking about her new best friend! She already has a stack of books ready to read at their next meeting”, “this program has made such a difference already! My quiet and bored 4th grader spent over an hour telling us all about his new friend and can’t wait to play piano in their new band!” “A huge thank you to Katie for coming up with a great art project and making my daughter’s day!” It doesn’t take much to make a difference in someone’s life. Thank you to the over 40 Highlanders who are now mentoring 50+ kids in the community. Please consider joining – you can even team up with your friend and mentor as a group.
Hello Highlanders! As we near the holiday break, kids will have time on their hands and what better way to spend it than by being a buddy to a younger student? This is an ongoing program and hours are awarded. Please sign up using the link on the Helping Hands form. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MOPYh_g5gnIMXC3ZGGhD3kZTMiSBv63tzdK8ebj0wdA/edit?usp=sharing
Feedback from parents of young students includes: “my 1st grader can’t stop talking about her new best friend! She already has a stack of books ready to read at their next meeting”, “this program has made such a difference already! My quiet and bored 4th grader spent over an hour telling us all about his new friend and can’t wait to play piano in their new band!” “A huge thank you to Katie for coming up with a great art project and making my daughter’s day!” It doesn’t take much to make a difference in someone’s life. Thank you to the over 40 Highlanders who are now mentoring 50+ kids in the community. Please consider joining – you can even team up with your friend and mentor as a group.
A big thank you to our Beautification Chair for always making the front entrance look so festive!
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Thank you to everyone who donated items to needy community members through the Giving Tree Program. These were just some of the items donated.
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Regards,
Pasquale Cusumano, Principal
Todd Calcamuggio, Assistant Principal
Luke Swanson, Assistant Principal
Pasquale Cusumano, Principal
Todd Calcamuggio, Assistant Principal
Luke Swanson, Assistant Principal
AHS PREVIOUS WEEKS' IMPORTANT INFORMATION
FREE AND REDUCED LUNCH
Chartwells Food Service is encouraging families to fill out the online free and reduced meal application for the 2020-21 school year, especially if there have been changes in your household (additional family members, reduction of employment)
Applications are accepted throughout the year. Only one application is needed per family and all information is confidential.
If you have already applied for this year, you do not need to resubmit an application.
This program also connects families to additional community resources including:
For translated applications: https://www.fns.usda.gov/cn/translated-applications
Applications are accepted throughout the year. Only one application is needed per family and all information is confidential.
If you have already applied for this year, you do not need to resubmit an application.
This program also connects families to additional community resources including:
- Blessings In a Backpack
- Neighborhood House
- Before and After School Child Care
- RAYA (Rochester Area Youth Assistance)
- Reduced fees for Project Graduation, Summer Learning Program (Elementary and Secondary), AP and ACT Testing,
- School Clubs and Activity Fees
- Athletics
- Seniors: Senior Breakfast tickets, Senior All Night Party tickets, and Reduced Cap and Gown Fees
For translated applications: https://www.fns.usda.gov/cn/translated-applications
BATTLE OF THE BOOKS
STUDENT COUNCIL CONDUCTS BLOOD DRIVE
Rochester Adams High School is partnering with The American Red Cross to host an upcoming blood drive. While we normally host drives at our school we are currently unable due to COVID-19. However, we have been fortunate enough to be able to hold our drives at Oak Arbor Church!
Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today!
Click here to make an appointment
Two great days to give blood.
Download the Red Cross Blood Donor App on the App Store, Google Play or text BLOODAPP to 90999. Schedule appointments, view your blood type and results of your mini-physical, and track your donations.
American Red Cross Blood Services - 431 18th St. NW, Washington, DC, 20006
Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today!
Click here to make an appointment
Two great days to give blood.
- December 21 you can give right before the Holiday.
Download the Red Cross Blood Donor App on the App Store, Google Play or text BLOODAPP to 90999. Schedule appointments, view your blood type and results of your mini-physical, and track your donations.
American Red Cross Blood Services - 431 18th St. NW, Washington, DC, 20006
ROCHESTER COMMUNITY SCHOOLS PRESENTS CULTURAL
AWARENESS & OBSERVANCES CALENDAR
Rochester Community Schools recently developed the Cultural Awareness & Observances Calendar for educators. The purpose of this calendar is to raise awareness about the many events, cultural practices and traditions in history and in present day. This calendar also honors past and present members of our world who have contributed to social justice and reform. This calendar is intended to serve as a tool to educate and promote understanding for the individual, group, culture or cause, not to trivialize. This calendar may prompt you to seek to learn more and share your findings with others.
Each month, AHS will feature the current months calendar in News and Notes. Please note this calendar is by no means a finite list of significant dates.
