For the Week of December 5, 2022
Important Dates
December 5: No school for students and Professional Development, full day, districtwide
December 23: Winter holiday recess begins at end of day, grades ECSE-12 and ATPS, districtwide
January 9: Classes resume
December 5: No school for students and Professional Development, full day, districtwide
December 23: Winter holiday recess begins at end of day, grades ECSE-12 and ATPS, districtwide
January 9: Classes resume
REPORTING ATTENDANCE
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.
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.
ROCHESTER AREA NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE
Gifts for the Rochester Area Neighborhood House holiday drive were due today, Friday, December 2, 2022. If you signed up to donate an item and didn't drop it off, please contact Jennifer Curran and she will make arrangements to get the item from you this weekend. You can reach her at 248-941-0181 or [email protected]
Thank you so much for your participation!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b094eabaa23a64-adams6
Thank you so much for your participation!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b094eabaa23a64-adams6
FINAL EXAM PREPARATION RESOURCES
Dear Students and Families,
Our district’s Secondary MTSS Coordinator, Taylor Antoski, has put together a few resources for you as we approach final exams. Since this will be the first time many of you have taken final exams, we want to give you tools for success that will carry you through the remainder of high school and even college, should that be your path.
Please begin with video found here: Promo Video. This video was compiled by all three high school’s Student Councils and gives tips and tools for exam preparation.
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SPOTLIGHT ON INSTRUCTION
Special Guest: Stephanie Connell
We just started our unit on “Romanticism.” The students learned about the defining qualities of the history, art, and literature in this literary movement. They made posters to create an artistic summary of the history of the time. Each letter in “Romanticism” coincides with an element of the time period. They wrote an explanation for why they picked each image to represent Romantic Thinking.
SOCIAL JUSTICE CLUB
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Click the video youtu.be/sEqM6h7r9ps
Click the video youtu.be/sEqM6h7r9ps
COUNSELING DEPARTMENT
If you need to reach out to your student’s counselor, please see below for contact information.
Last Names: Counselor: Email Address:
A – Do Mrs. King [email protected]
Dr – Kau Mrs. Falkowski [email protected]
Kav – Od Mrs. Bellomo [email protected]
Oe – Tar Mrs. Clement [email protected]
Tas – Z (and International Exchange Students) Ms. Parliament [email protected]
(The Counseling Department page)
https://ahs.rochester.k12.mi.us/academics/counseling
Last Names: Counselor: Email Address:
A – Do Mrs. King [email protected]
Dr – Kau Mrs. Falkowski [email protected]
Kav – Od Mrs. Bellomo [email protected]
Oe – Tar Mrs. Clement [email protected]
Tas – Z (and International Exchange Students) Ms. Parliament [email protected]
(The Counseling Department page)
https://ahs.rochester.k12.mi.us/academics/counseling
NEWS FROM THE COUNSELING OFFICE
Grade Level Counseling Weebly’s:
9th: https://ahsfreshies.weebly.com/
10th: https://ahssophmores.weebly.com/
11th: https://adamsjuniors.weebly.com/
12th: https://adamsseniors.weebly.com/
SOPHOMORES: OSTC VISIT
The Oakland Schools Technical Campus counselor, Randy Maddock, presented to all of our sophomores on 11/3. He gave an overview of each of the amazing programs OSTC offers! See attachments for opportunities to visit and learn about OSTC’s programs.
JUNIORS: COLLEGE INFORMATION:
Students were given a College Tip Sheet (linked HERE) with information regarding the process.
SENIORS: COLLEGE APP. INFO.
Information for SENIORS regarding college applications, transcripts, Common App., and more is found on the seniors’ Google Classroom and the Senior Weebly.
SENIORS: FAFSA / FINANCIAL AID
If you missed the financial aid presentations by OU, a recorded version of the presentation will be posted at oakland.edu/financialevents. Additionally, Michigan’s department of Treasury Student Aid team is providing several virtual financial aid presentation options. See link for more details. Additional tips & resources can be found here.
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS REP. VISITS
Juniors and seniors can sign up for meetings with college admissions representatives here.
CAREER EXPLORATION / EDP’s
Counselors have met with all grade levels for career exploration and state-required EDP completion. EDP and career exploration links are on your student’s grade level Google Classroom.
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.
OSTC-NE INFORMATION NIGHTS
NOTES FROM KIM KELLY - PTSA President
Hello Highlanders!
As we enter into this busy season, we have a few opportunities to help:
1. If you have a holiday tree or decor that you'd like to donate to the front office, please contact Michelle Mims at [email protected]
2. If you'd like to show appreciation to staff members this holiday season, they LOVED getting personalized notes from students and parents. Sign up here
3. It's back! Free candy and hot chocolate during lunches on December 22. Sign up here
4. Safe-Ed and Police Liaison Appreciation luncheon Sign up here
As always, thank you for your support!
Student leaders needed!
Be a PTSA student co-chair and earn leadership/service hours! Student leaders are needed for the following committees: Battle of the Books, Green Schools, Health and Wellness, Highlander Helping Hands, Legislative, School Supply Collection, Staff Appreciation, STEAM and Welcome Ambassadors. No experience required. Join with a friend!
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/.
Students must re-apply each year. For questions, contact Amy DiCresce at [email protected].
As we enter into this busy season, we have a few opportunities to help:
1. If you have a holiday tree or decor that you'd like to donate to the front office, please contact Michelle Mims at [email protected]
2. If you'd like to show appreciation to staff members this holiday season, they LOVED getting personalized notes from students and parents. Sign up here
3. It's back! Free candy and hot chocolate during lunches on December 22. Sign up here
4. Safe-Ed and Police Liaison Appreciation luncheon Sign up here
As always, thank you for your support!
Student leaders needed!
Be a PTSA student co-chair and earn leadership/service hours! Student leaders are needed for the following committees: Battle of the Books, Green Schools, Health and Wellness, Highlander Helping Hands, Legislative, School Supply Collection, Staff Appreciation, STEAM and Welcome Ambassadors. No experience required. Join with a friend!
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/.
Students must re-apply each year. For questions, contact Amy DiCresce at [email protected].
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
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Attention AHS Families ~ As winter is approaching many may feel the chill. If you have gently used coats or scarves (any color/size) no longer worn by your family, then how about donating to Grace Centers of Hope? Collection box is inside the AHS front door Mon 11/28 - Fri 12/2.
Please drop-off your gently used coat or scarf by Friday Dec 2nd!
Thank you,
AHS NHS
Please drop-off your gently used coat or scarf by Friday Dec 2nd!
Thank you,
AHS NHS
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For more information about upcoming events click the link below:
https://ahs.rochester.k12.mi.us/student-life/theatre
Jo Anna Pillsbury
Honors English Language Arts, Theatre, and Film Teacher
AHS Director of Theatre and RCS Summer Music Theatre
https://ahs.rochester.k12.mi.us/student-life/theatre
Jo Anna Pillsbury
Honors English Language Arts, Theatre, and Film Teacher
AHS Director of Theatre and RCS Summer Music Theatre
PARENT DROP OFF AND PICK UP DIRECTIONS
Hello Highlander Families!
Please take a minute to watch a video from our Administration about our Drop Off/Pick up Loop (below). Also, look at the attached diagram for a visual reference. Our hope is that all students and parents arrive and depart safely each school day. Thank you for your partnership in this area.
https://youtu.be/QSDme22yraw
Please take a minute to watch a video from our Administration about our Drop Off/Pick up Loop (below). Also, look at the attached diagram for a visual reference. Our hope is that all students and parents arrive and depart safely each school day. Thank you for your partnership in this area.
https://youtu.be/QSDme22yraw
Please remind your students to check the lost and found table outside the main office. There are numerous coats, clothing items, water bottles, etc. Whatever items are not claimed will be donated before we leave for the holiday break in December.
Parking passes are currently available for distribution! Parking passes are available for purchase throughout the 2022-2023 school year. See: Mrs. Kari Harma-Dennis for parking passes in the main office.
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 11), and Highlander Highway (Door 20). 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.
SHERIFF MIKE BOUCHARD UPDATES!
Oakland County Sheriff, Mike Bouchard, is asking all Oakland County school districts to show the attached school safety video to all students.
The content in the video link below covers two important areas:
1)If you see something, say something – Asking all students to report anything that makes them uncomfortable, scared or unsafe.
2)Inappropriate messages (verbal, written or social media) will be investigated and prosecuted – Reminding all students to be mindful of what they say and post. Inappropriate messages that scare people are against the law.
The content in the video link below covers two important areas:
1)If you see something, say something – Asking all students to report anything that makes them uncomfortable, scared or unsafe.
2)Inappropriate messages (verbal, written or social media) will be investigated and prosecuted – Reminding all students to be mindful of what they say and post. Inappropriate messages that scare people are against the law.
Click fb.watch/gPbt1aBr8c/
AMBLE INN WEB STORE
AHS SENIOR DATES
Click JOSTENS Link docs.google.com/presentation/d/1tJIw5qLL_86jZUQP7kCnbHniZzhtJ6bPIlTeY3b0DAg/edit?usp=sharing
Click SANP Link 2023_adams_senior_all_night_party_with_waiver_form_7.20.jpg
RCS ACADEMIC RECOGNITION - CLASS OF 2023
SENIOR NAMES NEEDED FOR DIPLOMA!
SENIOR NAMES FOR DIPLOMA NEEDED NOW!
It’s time to start looking ahead to graduation and your AHS senior’s name for the diploma is needed now!!
Please click RCS: Senior Diploma Name Card 2022-2023 and complete the Google form.
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.
Lori Pierre, Registrar
For any questions, feel free to email me at: [email protected]
PURCHASE YOUR ADAMS AWARD WINNING YEARBOOK ONLINE
The Adams High School yearbook will only be available for purchase on-line. Order NOW to make sure you don’t miss out on this year’s memories.
Click on the following link to purchase:
https://yearbookforever.com/schools/rochester_adams_high_school_buy_yearbook_9123/pFU23QHbj50M3EIC5piTr790
SENIORS BABY PICTURES
Due: Friday 1/6/23
UPLOAD ONLINE AT: yearbookforever.com
- Search for Rochester Adams.
- Click on the school name.
- Click on Yearbook Snap at the top of the page.
- Enter Adams as the access code and select Enter
- Click on Upload Photo and select a photo to upload from your computer or device. Make sure your file is 300 dpi. ***BE SURE TO NAME THE FILE WITH THE STUDENT NAME.
- Choose the photo topic category. Select BABY PHOTO NOT FOR ADS.
- Fill in personal info with student's FORMAL name, click the certify button, and submit.
SENIOR YEARBOOK ADS
Due: Friday 1/27/23
Senior Yearbook Ads are on sale. Orders can be placed at www.yearbookforever.com. Simply search for Rochester Adams to begin to place your order. Then, follow the prompts to complete the process.
The deadline to order is Friday, January 27th, 2023. Photos and text are due at the time order is placed. When submitting photos, please upload images of various orientations (both horizontal and vertical).
Yearbooks are on sale for $75 (credit card, debit card, or PayPal) at www.yearbookforever.com If you have any questions or need any assistance, please contact Mr. Lovalvo at [email protected].
The deadline to order is Friday, January 27th, 2023. Photos and text are due at the time order is placed. When submitting photos, please upload images of various orientations (both horizontal and vertical).
Yearbooks are on sale for $75 (credit card, debit card, or PayPal) at www.yearbookforever.com If you have any questions or need any assistance, please contact Mr. Lovalvo at [email protected].
BATTLE OF THE BOOKS
COSTA RICA IN 2023!
EDUSTAFF IS HIRING!
RCS - CHARTWELLS FOOD SERVICE
Information regarding Chartwells Food Services at RCS can be found at :
https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/about-us/departments/foodservices.
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).
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.
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/.
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/.
ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT
2022-2023 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].
UPCOMING SPORTS EVENTS! |
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"A" Pass on Student ID
Students who purchased an A pass and it is not appearing on their student ID please see Mrs. Roehl in the front office for a new ID. Please have your old ID with you.
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.
Students who purchased an A pass and it is not appearing on their student ID please see Mrs. Roehl in the front office for a new ID. Please have your old ID with you.
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.
Tickets to all athletic events will now be purchased electronically through GoFan. Anyone attending an athletic event needs to buy their tickets on GoFan. Ticket packages are available on the site.
COURTESY DRIVING SCHOOL
Courtesy Driving School is holding their Segment 1 and Segment 2 classes at our high school again!
You can register for their classes at https://www.courtesydrivingschool.com/locations.html. The fall sessions are now posted and open for enrollment. You can contact Courtesy Driving School at (800) 256-9559 or by email at [email protected] if you have any questions.
Courtesy Driving School
Business Hours:
Monday - Friday 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
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.
RPL - TEEN NEWSLETTER
RAHCC RECRUITING
The Rochester Auburn Hills Community Coalition (RAHCC) Youth Action Council is looking for middle and high school students to volunteer for community events all year long. Students will gain leadership skills, earn community service hours and help make a difference. The RAHCC supports mental health, builds awareness about substance misuse, and encourages healthy lifestyle choices through programming in the schools and throughout the community. The Coalition also awards a scholarship to deserving students. If interested, please send an email with your name, grade (in the fall) and school to:
Mrs. Schurman, Community Outreach Coordinator for Rochester Community Schools.
[email protected]
Mrs. Schurman, Community Outreach Coordinator for Rochester Community Schools.
[email protected]
Regards,
Mr. Pasquale Cusumano, Principal
Mr. Todd Calcamuggio, Assistant Principal
Mr. Luke Swanson, Assistant Principal
Mr. Pasquale Cusumano, Principal
Mr. Todd Calcamuggio, Assistant Principal
Mr. Luke Swanson, Assistant Principal
