April 30, 2021
Important Dates
May 7th (Schedule Change) - No School - Professional Development
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 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
US News & World Report Announces Best High Schools
Rochester Adams High School 5th in the State!
This week, U.S. News and World Report published their 2021 High Schools Rankings which highlights the top-performing public schools on a state and national level. We are pleased to announce Rochester Adams High School continues to be ranked 5th in the state, 3rd in Detroit metro area and ranked 253 nationally. Please click here to see the information on Rochester Adams. To view the complete listing of Michigan high schools click here.
The U.S. News Best High Schools rankings include data on more than 24,000 public high schools in 50 states and the District of Columbia. Nearly 18,000 schools were ranked on six factors :college readiness, reading and math proficiency, reading and math performance, underserved student performance, college curriculum breadth and graduation rates. To view the national rankings of the 2021 Best High Schools please click here.
The U.S. News Best High Schools rankings include data on more than 24,000 public high schools in 50 states and the District of Columbia. Nearly 18,000 schools were ranked on six factors :college readiness, reading and math proficiency, reading and math performance, underserved student performance, college curriculum breadth and graduation rates. To view the national rankings of the 2021 Best High Schools please click here.
Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month
April is Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month. Today, April 30th, AHS is showing 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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Spotlight on Instruction
Mrs. Desano's American Sign Language 1 students combined their knowledge of sign language and artistic abilities to create animal hand paintings! Students chose an animal and painted their hands to help depict the sign. Here you can see Damarcus Rouse signing rabbit, Jack McElroy signing alligator, Susannah Bolewitz signing frog and Wren Morrison signing snail. Students had a great time getting creative and even shared their creations with art students!
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Charity Week - Common Ground Thank You
Thank you once again to all students, parents, staff and particularly AHS Student Council for another successful Charity Week. Please enjoy this video message from Common Ground's President and CEO, Heather Rae.
Schedule Change - May 7th - No School - Professional Development
May 7th is a Professional Development day for our staff. In order to facilitate the in-person secondary schedule so that the classes are seen by staff on an equitable basis, Wednesday, May 5 will switch to a 4-6 day. Wednesday, May 12 will switch to a 1-3 day. This is so we see each group of students twice within the same week and to keep the overall bi-weekly balance.
Important Senior Dates and 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.
Still Need to Pick-up Your Senior Cap & Gown?
If you were unable to pick-up your cap and gown, they are available between 7:00 am - 3:00 pm in the main office.
Textbook & Device Return for AHS & Virtual Campus
Seniors are required to return their device (including the AC adapter), all books, and have all associated fines paid in full before they will receive their graduation tickets.
In-person Seniors:
In-person Seniors:
- May 11th, 12th & 13th before school 7:00-7:30 & after school 2:30-3:00.
- Please return all textbooks, novels and devices to the bookroom. Mrs. Kesman will be checking in textbooks/novels, and Mr. Huyberts will be checking in devices.
- May 11th, May 12th & 13th any-time 7:00-3:00.
- Please return textbooks and novels on the cart in the vestibule outside the AHS Main Office. Label all books with your name on a sticky note.
- If you have a RCS device please look for an e-mail communication to sign-up for an appointment to return your device.
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
Purchase your Senior All Night Party ticket online now! 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
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Volunteers Needed!
Attention senior parents! We are planning a very fun evening for all of our seniors at the senior all night party. We have many volunteer positions open and need your help! Please take a few minutes to sign up. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a044baca82ea75-adams6
SANP Raffle Donations Needed
Senior All Night Party is asking for donations from Adams school families! This year's seniors have missed out on so much and we'd love to have your help with prize donations for our party. If you can help please go here to sign up! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a044baca82ea75-sanp
AHS Senior Newsletter
Please see below for our Senior Newsletter. This special edition provides the answer to many of your questions regarding upcoming senior events. Look for future editions of the Senior Newsletter, (via School Messenger) as more information about senior events becomes available.
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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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Counseling Department News
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Please see below for the 2021 AP Exam Schedule
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AHS School Store Now Open For All Your Adams Gear
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].
Note From Kim Kelly - PTSA President
Hello Highlanders! As we wind down the year, we are thinking about next year’s committees and open positions. For a detailed description on each committee, please visit PTSA Committees. If you have questions, please contact Kate Bass at [email protected].
We will need volunteers to help with the Gold Rush tailgate next September and will need to start planning over the summer. Please contact [email protected] to volunteer.
Next week is teacher appreciation week. If you’d like to show appreciation to a favorite teacher, we have wish lists that some of them prepared so you can customize your gift. Staff Appreciation Wish Lists.
Hello Highlanders! As we wind down the year, we are thinking about next year’s committees and open positions. For a detailed description on each committee, please visit PTSA Committees. If you have questions, please contact Kate Bass at [email protected].
We will need volunteers to help with the Gold Rush tailgate next September and will need to start planning over the summer. Please contact [email protected] to volunteer.
Next week is teacher appreciation week. If you’d like to show appreciation to a favorite teacher, we have wish lists that some of them prepared so you can customize your gift. Staff Appreciation Wish Lists.
PTSA "Get Outside Challenge"
The Rochester Hills PTA Council, in conjunction with the Green Schools, Safe Routes, Health & Wellness & Green Committees is sponsoring the "Get Outside Challenge".
Choose at least 10 activities to complete in May, then send your completed form and photo of your favorite activity to: [email protected]. PDF version below the form.
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Rochester Hills Government Youth Council Now Accepting Applications
Applications are now being accepted for the 2021/2022 Rochester Hills Government Youth Council. Established in 2003, this Council provides Rochester Hills Youth with a greater understanding of local government by becoming active participants.
Youth Council members are required to attend monthly Youth Council meetings and City Council meetings where they are seated at the dais and encouraged to participate in the decision making process. In addition, they work on a variety of projects to benefit local charities. Youth Council members also serve as active members of various City committees, boards and commissions, including the Green Space Advisory Board and the Public Safety and Infrastructure Technical Review Committee.
To be eligible, a student must be in 9th -12th grade during the 2021-2022 school year and be a resident of the City of Rochester Hills. Youth representatives serve for one (1) year, beginning on September 1st and continuing through August 31st the following year.
Attached is a brochure and application form which is due by Wednesday, May 19, 2021 for consideration. This information is also available at the Youth Council’s page on the City’s website www.rochesterhills.org, as well as in the Clerk’s Department at City Hall. To view a promotional video, please click here! If interested, please use the RAYA Youth Committee Application below.
If you have questions or would like more information, please call 248-656-4630; or e-mail t [email protected].
Applications are now being accepted for the 2021/2022 Rochester Hills Government Youth Council. Established in 2003, this Council provides Rochester Hills Youth with a greater understanding of local government by becoming active participants.
Youth Council members are required to attend monthly Youth Council meetings and City Council meetings where they are seated at the dais and encouraged to participate in the decision making process. In addition, they work on a variety of projects to benefit local charities. Youth Council members also serve as active members of various City committees, boards and commissions, including the Green Space Advisory Board and the Public Safety and Infrastructure Technical Review Committee.
To be eligible, a student must be in 9th -12th grade during the 2021-2022 school year and be a resident of the City of Rochester Hills. Youth representatives serve for one (1) year, beginning on September 1st and continuing through August 31st the following year.
Attached is a brochure and application form which is due by Wednesday, May 19, 2021 for consideration. This information is also available at the Youth Council’s page on the City’s website www.rochesterhills.org, as well as in the Clerk’s Department at City Hall. To view a promotional video, please click here! If interested, please use the RAYA Youth Committee Application below.
If you have questions or would like more information, please call 248-656-4630; or e-mail t [email protected].
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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
