DECEMBER HOLIDAY EDITION
For the Week of December 26, 2022
Important Dates
December 23: Winter holiday recess begins at end of day, grades ECSE-12 and ATPS, districtwide
December 24 - January 8: No school, winter recess, districtwide, all day
January 9: Classes resume
January 14: BOE Special Organizational Meeting, 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM, SCHS Media Center
January 16: No school - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday
January 17: Classes resume
December 23: Winter holiday recess begins at end of day, grades ECSE-12 and ATPS, districtwide
December 24 - January 8: No school, winter recess, districtwide, all day
January 9: Classes resume
January 14: BOE Special Organizational Meeting, 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM, SCHS Media Center
January 16: No school - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday
January 17: Classes resume
WISHING ALL HIGHLANDERS
AND FAMILIES!
AHS ADMINISTRATION STAFF
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AHS SAFE-ED AND DEPUTY PRACHAR
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IN MEMORIAM
What would Tim say:
REA, RPEA, AND RSPA
CELEBRATES TIM MULLINS
AND AHS STAFF
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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.
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.
Final Exam Readiness Resources for Secondary Students
This month, the Curriculum Department has launched the “Final Exam Readiness Challenge”. All high school students will have access to resources to aid them in preparing for final exams. Resources include a calendar with daily preparation challenges, a planner to document key test information and videos with study tips. The videos, made in collaboration with RCS Student Council members, will be shown to students during the school day. Videos and resources will also be e-mailed to students throughout the month of December.
If you have questions about building specific support opportunities, please contact your high school’s academic center.
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.
Final Exam Readiness Resources for Secondary Students
This month, the Curriculum Department has launched the “Final Exam Readiness Challenge”. All high school students will have access to resources to aid them in preparing for final exams. Resources include a calendar with daily preparation challenges, a planner to document key test information and videos with study tips. The videos, made in collaboration with RCS Student Council members, will be shown to students during the school day. Videos and resources will also be e-mailed to students throughout the month of December.
If you have questions about building specific support opportunities, please contact your high school’s academic center.
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SPOTLIGHT ON INSTRUCTION
Special Guest: Charlotte Morey
In the Speedy Delivery challenge, Robotics 1 and2 students had to program their robot to pick up packages and bring them to a loading dock as fast as possible! Each team is given a different field to program their robots to. Each team also had to pick 3 different bottles for delivery.
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/
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. For scholarship information, keep checking HERE for updates.
CAREER EXPLORATION / EDP’s
Counselors have met 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.
NOTES FROM KIM KELLY - PTSA President
Hello Highlanders!
Enjoy a wonderful break with your family. Have a safe and happy holidays and new year! See you all in 2023!
Kim Kelly
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].
Enjoy a wonderful break with your family. Have a safe and happy holidays and new year! See you all in 2023!
Kim Kelly
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].
PTA FOUNDERS DAY!
PTA Founders Day
Each year, our Rochester PTA Council hosts Founders Day in February to recognize the PTA members in our district who go above and beyond for their school communities. The Adams PTSA Board is looking for nominees of parents, staff members and students who have contributed significantly to our school and the PTSA. If you’d like to nominate someone, please contact Kim Kelly at [email protected].
Each year, our Rochester PTA Council hosts Founders Day in February to recognize the PTA members in our district who go above and beyond for their school communities. The Adams PTSA Board is looking for nominees of parents, staff members and students who have contributed significantly to our school and the PTSA. If you’d like to nominate someone, please contact Kim Kelly at [email protected].
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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 Assistant Principal’s 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!
JAPAN 2024
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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As we near the close of 2022 we anticipate the cyclical return of technology from staff and students.
Procedure for staff returns: ALL staff (including student teachers, long term subs, retiring teachers/administrators, paras, secretaries) MUST return laptops and/or district issued cellphones to the Help Desk at the Administration Office at 52585 Dequindre Rd.
District issued chargers should be turned in with the laptop, we cannot accept or redeploy any charger purchased elsewhere. Laptops should have NO stickers; devices are inspected, reimaged and redeployed. Call to ext. 3191 or 3099 to arrange a time that works best for you.
Procedure for returning Chromebooks from students leaving the district:
Chromebooks can be returned at school prior to student’s last day. Devices are inspected for the following:
Procedure for staff returns: ALL staff (including student teachers, long term subs, retiring teachers/administrators, paras, secretaries) MUST return laptops and/or district issued cellphones to the Help Desk at the Administration Office at 52585 Dequindre Rd.
District issued chargers should be turned in with the laptop, we cannot accept or redeploy any charger purchased elsewhere. Laptops should have NO stickers; devices are inspected, reimaged and redeployed. Call to ext. 3191 or 3099 to arrange a time that works best for you.
Procedure for returning Chromebooks from students leaving the district:
Chromebooks can be returned at school prior to student’s last day. Devices are inspected for the following:
- Must include original district issued charger – we cannot accept or redeploy chargers purchased elsewhere
- Device with damages are referred back to parent to return to the Administration Office 52585 Dequindre Rd. at their convenience between 7:00 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. or make appointment to return student Chromebook make an appointment
- Potential repair/replacement costs if applicable.
- Lost Chromebook: $300
- Lost/damaged charger $40
- Cracked screen or damaged motherboard: $130
- Damaged lid hinge, cracks to plastic exterior, or keyboard damage: $25
- Protective case lost or damaged: $25
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]
STAFF SUGAR SHOWDOWN!
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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
