April 16, 2021
Important Dates
April 29th: Cap & Gown Pickup - Aux Gym - During any of the 4 lunches
May 7th: Half Day School AM/Professional Development in PM
May 17th: Last Day of School for Seniors - Senior Walk
May 19th: Prom @ Palazzo Grande @ 7:00 pm
May 31st: No School - Memorial Day
June 9th: Last day of school
June 12th: AHS Commencement @ DTE 3:30 pm
June 12th: Senior All Night Party @ AHS 11:00 pm - 4:00 am
May 7th: Half Day School AM/Professional Development in PM
May 17th: Last Day of School for Seniors - Senior Walk
May 19th: Prom @ Palazzo Grande @ 7:00 pm
May 31st: No School - Memorial Day
June 9th: Last day of school
June 12th: AHS Commencement @ DTE 3:30 pm
June 12th: Senior All Night Party @ AHS 11:00 pm - 4:00 am
Important Senior Dates Information
We are still in the process of planning our senior events, but want to provide you with dates/times of events as they become available. Please be aware, more detailed information on the events below will follow.
Senior Cap & Gown Pickup - April 29th
Jostens cap and gown distribution will be Thursday, April 29th in the aux gym during all 4 lunches.
Senior Walk
The Senior Walk will be Monday, May 17th. Seniors will report to the main gym at 11:45 am. We recommend parents arrive at the football field between 12:30 - 1:00 pm. We anticipate the Senior Walk starting at approximately 1:00 pm. Once the seniors have completed their final walk inside the building, they will continue their walk to the football field.
RCS Class of 2021 Commencement Information
Adams High School Class of 2021 Commencement will be on Saturday, June 12th at DTE Energy outdoor amphitheater in Clarkston at 3:30 pm. This exciting venue allows classmates and families to gather together safely with weather-protected seating to recognize the accomplishments of our graduates.
Under current COVID-19 conditions, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services determines gathering capacity limitations. Each student will be allowed a limited number of tickets for spectators, as permitted by the MDHHS orders and public health conditions on June 12. At this time, MDHHS regulations allow a maximum of 1,000 people for an event at the DTE Energy Music Theatre. Each class has approximately 400 students. Details and directions will continue to be shared through our schools. The ceremonies will also be livestreamed for loved ones to share in the excitement from any location.
Under current COVID-19 conditions, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services determines gathering capacity limitations. Each student will be allowed a limited number of tickets for spectators, as permitted by the MDHHS orders and public health conditions on June 12. At this time, MDHHS regulations allow a maximum of 1,000 people for an event at the DTE Energy Music Theatre. Each class has approximately 400 students. Details and directions will continue to be shared through our schools. The ceremonies will also be livestreamed for loved ones to share in the excitement from any location.
Senior All Night Party Registration Now Open
Registration for the Senior All Night Party is open! Click here to purchase your ticket online , and fill out the waiver. You can submit the waiver via the link, mail it to AHS using the address below, or turn it into the main office.
- Rochester Adams High School, 3200 W. Tienken, Rochester Hills, MI 48306
Senior All Night Party Raffle Donations Needed
Adams SANP Committee is looking forward to making the Senior All Night Party a wonderful time for our graduating seniors. In normal times we would team up with the other two high schools and have a huge solicitation committee where we receive a ton of prizes and food. 2020 has been a tough year for most local small businesses and restaurants, in lieu of asking them for donations we'd like to ask Adams families to contribute to our prize program for the evening! We usually have raffle baskets, gift cards, dorm room fun, etc! Unfortunately we haven't had many activities this year, so now is your opportunity to donate to the class of 2021! Please sign up for the basket/prizes you would like to provide or add your own to the other column! Thank you for your support! Raffle items will be due to the office by 5/17/21. If the event does not happen we will still plan to raffle off the items to our senior class! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a044baca82ea75-sanp
Order Your Banner and/or Lawn Sign
The Rochester Community Schools Foundation is pleased to offer families of graduating seniors the opportunity to order signature banners and personalized lawn signs. Signature banners (pictured below) are $15, measure 1' x 3' and have grommets at the corners for easy hanging. Made of sturdy 14 oz. scrim construction allowing family and friends to sign their names and well wishes. Lawn signs are 24" x 24", are $25, and you can choose between just the AHS logo or a colored picture of your senior with their name (see sample of SCHS personalized banner below). All orders must be received by April 30th and will be available for pickup on and after May 19th at the front desk of the administration building. Two easy ways to order:
- Use the Order Online Form
- Print and complete the order form below and return with cash/check to the address listed on the order form.
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Athletic Booster Club Signs and Banner to Honor Your Senior
Adams Booster Club wants to help you honor your senior and show your Highlander Pride with a personalized banner or lawn sign. Please see the attached order form to see sample signs and banners.
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Attention 10th & 11th Graders - Link Crew Applications- Apply Now!
We are inviting all current sophomores and juniors to apply to be Rochester Adams Link Crew Leaders for the 2021-2022 school year! Link Leaders are upperclassmen who are good role models for younger students and who have been successful at our high school. Link Leaders’ communication skills, leadership potential, responsibility, and personality have helped them succeed in the high school environment, and the lessons they have learned should be shared to help others succeed. You could have a tremendous influence on our new students and you will learn many valuable leadership skills in the process. Plus, it will be fun!!
What does a Link Leader do? Link Leaders are trained to work with the incoming freshman class and other new students who are entering our school next fall. After the extensive training, the Link Leaders will run freshman orientation before school starts. At the orientation, each Link Leader will be given a small group of freshmen to work with that day and will be asked to befriend and to help that group during the first week of school with any challenges they may face. Periodically during the school year, Link Leaders will meet again with their student groups to touch base, discuss problems, and plan social activities. We know that the more contact a freshman has with her/his Link Leader the more successful the freshman will be.
Follow this link to begin your application. Please note you need to be logged in with your @rcs-k12.us e-mail to access it: https://bit.ly/3sjObWo
You will also need to join our Google Classroom for more information and for part of the application process. The code to join is: eekmxal
The deadline to apply is Friday, April 30 No late applications will be accepted.
If you have any questions contact Mr. Boguslawski ([email protected]) or Mr. Bondy (jbondy@rcs-k12.us).
What does a Link Leader do? Link Leaders are trained to work with the incoming freshman class and other new students who are entering our school next fall. After the extensive training, the Link Leaders will run freshman orientation before school starts. At the orientation, each Link Leader will be given a small group of freshmen to work with that day and will be asked to befriend and to help that group during the first week of school with any challenges they may face. Periodically during the school year, Link Leaders will meet again with their student groups to touch base, discuss problems, and plan social activities. We know that the more contact a freshman has with her/his Link Leader the more successful the freshman will be.
Follow this link to begin your application. Please note you need to be logged in with your @rcs-k12.us e-mail to access it: https://bit.ly/3sjObWo
You will also need to join our Google Classroom for more information and for part of the application process. The code to join is: eekmxal
The deadline to apply is Friday, April 30 No late applications will be accepted.
If you have any questions contact Mr. Boguslawski ([email protected]) or Mr. Bondy (jbondy@rcs-k12.us).
Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month
April is Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month. On April 30th, AHS will show our support and encourage autism awareness and acceptance by wearing blue, #HighlandersLightItUpBlue. Please see the information below about Autism Awareness vs Acceptance.
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Authors In April Student Presenters Needed
Just when we thought Covid would keep them away, Authors in April will take place in May!
Authors in April is once again looking for students interested in introducing one of this year’s authors at the annual Authors in April (in May this year!) event during the evening of Monday, May 24th. Student introducers have the opportunity to meet the author, gain public speaking experience, and enjoy an inspiring evening. This presentation can be done on zoom or live! Please complete the following form if you are interested: https://forms.gle/mxb69UgJcC333sxy5
Authors in April is once again looking for students interested in introducing one of this year’s authors at the annual Authors in April (in May this year!) event during the evening of Monday, May 24th. Student introducers have the opportunity to meet the author, gain public speaking experience, and enjoy an inspiring evening. This presentation can be done on zoom or live! Please complete the following form if you are interested: https://forms.gle/mxb69UgJcC333sxy5
AHS Construction Update
Now that spring is here, bond renovations have begun around the football field.
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Vistor Bleachers are being renovated
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Fence and path will be replaced and drainage fixed
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Counseling Department News
AHS AP 2021 Exam Schedule |
April Career Connections |
Please see below for the 2021 AP Exam Schedule
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Order Your Award Winning Yearbook Today!
Time is running out to order the AHS award winning yearbook! Our yearbook staff has been working diligently, and creatively, to create another fabulous yearbook! Order soon! To purchase your yearbook click here.
If you have any questions or concerns please contact Mr. Dave Lovalvo, Yearbook Advisor at [email protected].
If you have any questions or concerns please contact Mr. Dave Lovalvo, Yearbook Advisor at [email protected].
AHS School Store Now Open For All Your Adams Gear
Note From Kim Kelly - PTSA President
Hello Highlanders! We had a great PTSA meeting this week and our membership approved funding for an exciting school improvement project. The area we are looking to improve is a huge empty concrete slab on the north end of the building by the athletic fields. We will be purchasing 12 picnic tables and 4 benches (the same ones that are in the front entrance of the school). This new area can be used for outdoor classes, lunches, breaks, gatherings for sporting events and the list goes on! It will be a great legacy and we are so grateful for the support of the membership. Minutes from the meeting can be found on Membership Toolkit.
Authors in April (or May!) Student Presenters Needed
Do you have great memories of the Authors in April program or just love to read or gain public speaking experience? We are looking for students to introduce one of this year’s authors at the annual Authors in April event, held the evening of Monday, May 24th. Student introducers have the opportunity to meet the author, gain public speaking experience, and enjoy an inspiring evening. The presentation can be done via zoom or live! Please complete the following form if you are interested: https://forms.gle/mxb69UgJcC333sxy5
Interested in getting involved next year? We are looking for chairs and/or co-chairs for the following committees:
Battle of the Books, Founder’s Day, Green Schools, Health & Wellness, PAC, Social Emotional Wellness, STEAM, Communications, Foreign Language Week, Registration, SAT Snacks, Senior All Night Party, Helping Hands and a new yet to be named committee signing up one or two students to attend sporting and non-sporting events where Adams students are competing to cheer them on and show Highlander pride.
We also have all of our PTSA Board Members returning next year to complete a two year term but if you are interested in a future Board position and would like to shadow next year, please let us know. For information on any of the committees, please contact Kate Bass at [email protected].
Hello Highlanders! We had a great PTSA meeting this week and our membership approved funding for an exciting school improvement project. The area we are looking to improve is a huge empty concrete slab on the north end of the building by the athletic fields. We will be purchasing 12 picnic tables and 4 benches (the same ones that are in the front entrance of the school). This new area can be used for outdoor classes, lunches, breaks, gatherings for sporting events and the list goes on! It will be a great legacy and we are so grateful for the support of the membership. Minutes from the meeting can be found on Membership Toolkit.
Authors in April (or May!) Student Presenters Needed
Do you have great memories of the Authors in April program or just love to read or gain public speaking experience? We are looking for students to introduce one of this year’s authors at the annual Authors in April event, held the evening of Monday, May 24th. Student introducers have the opportunity to meet the author, gain public speaking experience, and enjoy an inspiring evening. The presentation can be done via zoom or live! Please complete the following form if you are interested: https://forms.gle/mxb69UgJcC333sxy5
Interested in getting involved next year? We are looking for chairs and/or co-chairs for the following committees:
Battle of the Books, Founder’s Day, Green Schools, Health & Wellness, PAC, Social Emotional Wellness, STEAM, Communications, Foreign Language Week, Registration, SAT Snacks, Senior All Night Party, Helping Hands and a new yet to be named committee signing up one or two students to attend sporting and non-sporting events where Adams students are competing to cheer them on and show Highlander pride.
We also have all of our PTSA Board Members returning next year to complete a two year term but if you are interested in a future Board position and would like to shadow next year, please let us know. For information on any of the committees, please contact Kate Bass at [email protected].
RCS Students Explore Careers In Public Service
The Rochester Community PTA Council Legislative Committee is pleased to present a virtual student workshop called Personal Stories of Public Service. The presentation, tailored for middle-school and high-school students in Rochester Community Schools (RCS), invites public servants and professionals to share information about their careers and pathways to advocacy.
The interactive workshop will be held Tuesday, April 20, 2021, from 6:30-8:10 p.m. via Zoom. Two 40-minute panels will feature local, state and federal-level public service professionals speaking directly with students and answering questions about how to make a difference in their communities.
Advance registration is required and attendees can choose to participate in part or all of the program. Click here to register and obtain the meeting link.
The program includes the following:
6:30-6:45 Introduction by Jennifer Cordon Thor, Rochester PTA Council legislative chair
6:45-7:25 Vote for Me: Elected Officials and Professionals Share Their Stories
For more information on this career exploration and student learning opportunity, please contact Jennifer Cordon Thor at [email protected].
The interactive workshop will be held Tuesday, April 20, 2021, from 6:30-8:10 p.m. via Zoom. Two 40-minute panels will feature local, state and federal-level public service professionals speaking directly with students and answering questions about how to make a difference in their communities.
Advance registration is required and attendees can choose to participate in part or all of the program. Click here to register and obtain the meeting link.
The program includes the following:
6:30-6:45 Introduction by Jennifer Cordon Thor, Rochester PTA Council legislative chair
6:45-7:25 Vote for Me: Elected Officials and Professionals Share Their Stories
- Michigan Supreme Court Justice David Viviano
- Oakland County Commissioner Adam Kochenderfer
- Elections specialist Tina Barton, U.S. Election Assistance Commission
- MLive political reporter Emily Lawler, Stoney Creek High School graduate
- Michigan State Court Administrative Office Regional Director Jennifer Phillips
- U.S. Magistrate Judge Kimberly Altman
- Michigan PTA VP of Student Involvement Jennifer Johnson
For more information on this career exploration and student learning opportunity, please contact Jennifer Cordon Thor at [email protected].
AHS Athletic Booster Club Updates
Attention Highlanders! Deadline to purchase an Alumni Plaza brick to honor your student, team, or organization is FRIDAY APRIL 16th. Orders received after this day will not be installed until June of 2022. The order form can be downloaded with the link under the picture form. Please email [email protected] with questions.
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Adams Families Craving Concessions Fundraiser
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Rochester Area Youth Assistance (RAYA) Presents....
Reminders for In-Person Instruction
Appointments and Early Dismissal
If you need to take your child out of school early, all requests must be made with a phone call to the attendance line at 248-726-5310 as early in the day as possible and leave a message on the answering machine. Please advise your student to pick up their pass; passes will not be delivered. We discourage last minute requests for your student to leave school as we may not be able to meet the time you have requested.
*Due to Covid-19, we are restricting guest access to the building. Visitors must have a scheduled appointment to enter the building. Visitors are allowed when emergencies arise. IEP, 504 and other meetings of similar nature will be conducted via Zoom or phone call.
*Due to Covid-19, we are restricting guest access to the building. Visitors must have a scheduled appointment to enter the building. Visitors are allowed when emergencies arise. IEP, 504 and other meetings of similar nature will be conducted via Zoom or phone call.
Drop-off of Forgotten Items
We encourage you to work with your child to make sure they have everything they need for the school day. We are trying to reduce the amount of contact points for students and staff.
If you need to drop off an item for your child, write your child’s name on the item, place it on the cart outside the main doors to the school. The cart will be moved into AHS for children to retrieve their item. Please notify your child you have delivered the item(s); items will not be delivered. Please note: Food delivery from restaurants/Door Dash, etc. will not be accepted.
If you need to drop off an item for your child, write your child’s name on the item, place it on the cart outside the main doors to the school. The cart will be moved into AHS for children to retrieve their item. Please notify your child you have delivered the item(s); items will not be delivered. Please note: Food delivery from restaurants/Door Dash, etc. will not be accepted.
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/.
Regards,
Pasquale Cusumano, Principal
Todd Calcamuggio, Assistant Principal
Luke Swanson, Assistant Principal
Pasquale Cusumano, Principal
Todd Calcamuggio, Assistant Principal
Luke Swanson, Assistant Principal
In-Person Class Schedules
AHS Lunch Schedules
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AHS PREVIOUS WEEKS' IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Free Lunch & Breakfast For All Students
The USDA approved a waiver that provides breakfast and lunch meals, free of charge, for all children 18 years of age and younger, including ATPS students 26 years of age and younger.
When students are in school in person for a full day, breakfast and lunch will be served onsite in pre-packaged, grab-and go style. All lunches offer a hot item such as Bosco sticks with dipping sauce, Beef Fiesta Flatbread, Macaroni and Cheese; cold selections like Turkey Ham Sub Club, Deli Turkey and Cheese Sandwich and Wowbutter and Jelly Sandwich. No registration is required for in-school daily food service at this time.
Meals meet guidelines from the USDA and Michigan Department of Education.
When students are in school in person for a full day, breakfast and lunch will be served onsite in pre-packaged, grab-and go style. All lunches offer a hot item such as Bosco sticks with dipping sauce, Beef Fiesta Flatbread, Macaroni and Cheese; cold selections like Turkey Ham Sub Club, Deli Turkey and Cheese Sandwich and Wowbutter and Jelly Sandwich. No registration is required for in-school daily food service at this time.
Meals meet guidelines from the USDA and Michigan Department of Education.
News From the Counseling Department
Career Info Opportunities for Families
Student 1:1 Device
RCS is committed to being a 1:1 district. Secondary students should bring their fully charged Chromebook or personal computer ready to use each day. Students who prefer to use their own personal computer or laptop from home and at school, should not check out an RCS Chromebook. Please consider that we recommend the device being used by a student has a working camera to support attendance, collaboration, and completing assignments. Using a district issued Chromebook provides a consistent experience and helps RCS provide the best support possible. As we maximize our budget and resources, we encourage families to be considerate and only check out district devices that will be used.
If you are in need of a device please fill out this form on the Technology website.
If you have other technical issues or questions, please visit our Technology Support website.
If you are in need of a device please fill out this form on the Technology website.
If you have other technical issues or questions, please visit our Technology Support website.
Informational Meeting on Active and Reserve Component of the Army
Calling all HIGHLANDERS!!!! Have you have ever thought about the military as an option for post High School Graduation.... then look no further. Staff Sergeant Roberts wants to educate young men and women on the options and benefits associated with serving the Active or Reserve Component of the Army. This is purely informational and to answer any questions you may have!!!! Bring a pen, paper, and a whole bunch of questions so Staff Sergeant Roberts can assist you with the answers.
Zoom meetings happen every Wednesday @ 1:00 p.m. Looking forward to meeting you!
Staff Sergeant Roberts, Michael
US Army Recruiter
Zoom meeting: https://zoom.us/j/5438206026?pwd=L2M4QmlHb3VXd2FwR2cxME9OS0gxQT09
Zoom meetings happen every Wednesday @ 1:00 p.m. Looking forward to meeting you!
Staff Sergeant Roberts, Michael
US Army Recruiter
Zoom meeting: https://zoom.us/j/5438206026?pwd=L2M4QmlHb3VXd2FwR2cxME9OS0gxQT09
