For the Week of May 30, 2022
Important Dates
May 27: Memorial Day Recess Begins at End of Day, Districtwide
May 30: No school, Memorial Day
May 31: Classes resume
June 2: Adams High School Graduation, Oakland University - O'Rena, 7 PM
May 30: No school, Memorial Day
May 31: Classes resume
June 2: Adams High School Graduation, Oakland University - O'Rena, 7 PM
SPOTLIGHT ON INSTRUCTION
Special Guest Teacher: Mrs. Lisa Newman
Mrs. Newman’s Physical Science students became part of a team of engineers that were asked to submit a new thrilling roller coaster design for a local amusement park. Students needed to use the science concepts they had been learning about all semester when they designed, built, and tested their rollercoaster. Once they finalized their design the teams created a promotional video. In the video, students explained the science behind their roller coaster, identified the thrill factors, and included a pitch as to why the amusement park should choose their design.
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SEMESTER 2 EXAMS
As with Semester 1 Exams, and with continued consideration by our district Curriculum team and feedback from our stakeholder groups, which included students, staff and parents, we have made the decision that there will be NO final exams for students to end semester 2. The schedule for June 8, 9, &10 will stay the same.
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IMPORTANT!
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If your child has an early dismissal please call the attendance line as early as possible in the day at 248-726-5310. This is an automated number that is checked continuously between 6:30am – 3:00pm. Have your student pick up their pass in the morning, during passing time, or at lunch. We do not deliver passes. However, we will deliver a pass if it is a last minute emergency.
Please feel free to utilize the PARENTVUE to report an absence (full day or partial day). Simply note in the COMMENT SECTION, the time of the early dismissal or late arrival.
If you do not call to report the early dismissal you will have to wait until one of our Safe-Ed Security interrupts the class to get the student which can take up to 15 minutes. Once the early dismissal is reported and the student has picked up their pass they are free to meet you in the pick-up loop. You are not required to come into the building.
https://ahs.rochester.k12.mi.us/about/key-information
Please feel free to utilize the PARENTVUE to report an absence (full day or partial day). Simply note in the COMMENT SECTION, the time of the early dismissal or late arrival.
If you do not call to report the early dismissal you will have to wait until one of our Safe-Ed Security interrupts the class to get the student which can take up to 15 minutes. Once the early dismissal is reported and the student has picked up their pass they are free to meet you in the pick-up loop. You are not required to come into the building.
https://ahs.rochester.k12.mi.us/about/key-information
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Hello Parents,
Please note that when you are reporting a Covid-19 Positive case on the automated attendance line*, please include the start date of symptoms. We are following Oakland County Guidance of 5 day minimum isolation from start of symptoms. Your student may return to school after a 5-Day minimum isolation period and NO Symptoms. Please remember to have your student reach out to teachers and check their google classroom.
*(248) 726-5310 - Automated Attendance Line
Please note that when you are reporting a Covid-19 Positive case on the automated attendance line*, please include the start date of symptoms. We are following Oakland County Guidance of 5 day minimum isolation from start of symptoms. Your student may return to school after a 5-Day minimum isolation period and NO Symptoms. Please remember to have your student reach out to teachers and check their google classroom.
*(248) 726-5310 - Automated Attendance Line
MRS. TRACYE SCHWARTZ
HONOREE - 2022 EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION AWARD
JEWISH HERITAGE MONTH
Including, Lenny Kravitz & Lisa Bonet! :D
ASIAN AMERICAN AND PACIFIC ISLANDER MONTH
Since 1990, the U.S. government has designated the month of May as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, celebrating the achievements and contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) in the United States. The month of May was chosen to mark the arrival of the first Japanese immigrant to the United States on May 7, 1843, as well as the anniversary of the completion of the transcontinental railroad on May 10, 1869. This Teacher’s Guide offers a collection of lessons and resources for K-12 social studies, literature, and arts classrooms that center around the experiences, achievements, and perspectives of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders across U.S. history. Credit: edsitement.org/teachers-guides/asian-american-and-pacific-islander-heritage-and-history-us.
International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia - GSA
Tuesday, May 17th was the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia. This holiday aims to raise awareness of LGBTQ+ violations by nations and the violence, discrimination, and repression of the LGBTQ+ community. The Univeral Declaration of Human Rights from the United Nations states that everyone is entitled to human rights and fundamental freedoms. LGBTQ+ individuals are no different and deserve to live in dignity. The GSA at Adams upholds these values and promotes total equality for LGBTQ+ students, and individuals.
Tuesday, May 17th was the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia. This holiday aims to raise awareness of LGBTQ+ violations by nations and the violence, discrimination, and repression of the LGBTQ+ community. The Univeral Declaration of Human Rights from the United Nations states that everyone is entitled to human rights and fundamental freedoms. LGBTQ+ individuals are no different and deserve to live in dignity. The GSA at Adams upholds these values and promotes total equality for LGBTQ+ students, and individuals.
2022-2023 AHS DANCE TEAM
NOTES FROM KIM KELLY - PTSA President
Hello Highlanders!
Thanks to everyone who came to our final PTSA meeting this week. We gratefully acknowledged our “graduating” parents and our outgoing Board members Jennifer Eliassen and Emily Stow for their many years of service to our Adams Community. All of our PTSA members and volunteers make a difference in the lives of our students and staff and no contribution goes unnoticed.
Our Executive Board for the next school year is: President Kim Kelly, Vice President Membership Lisa DeGrieck, Vice President Committees Kate Bass, Secretary Cherie Ugorowski and Treasurer Teri Myers. We look forward to another great year of partnership and advocacy for all students.
Underclassmen parents/students – if you are available to help set up or tear down graduation we could use your help! Thursday June 2nd from 1-2 pm or 9-10 pm at Oakland University – please email [email protected] if you are interested.
Have a wonderful and safe Memorial Day Weekend as we honor those who lost their lives serving our country. Go Highlanders!
Kim Kelly
Thanks to everyone who came to our final PTSA meeting this week. We gratefully acknowledged our “graduating” parents and our outgoing Board members Jennifer Eliassen and Emily Stow for their many years of service to our Adams Community. All of our PTSA members and volunteers make a difference in the lives of our students and staff and no contribution goes unnoticed.
Our Executive Board for the next school year is: President Kim Kelly, Vice President Membership Lisa DeGrieck, Vice President Committees Kate Bass, Secretary Cherie Ugorowski and Treasurer Teri Myers. We look forward to another great year of partnership and advocacy for all students.
Underclassmen parents/students – if you are available to help set up or tear down graduation we could use your help! Thursday June 2nd from 1-2 pm or 9-10 pm at Oakland University – please email [email protected] if you are interested.
Have a wonderful and safe Memorial Day Weekend as we honor those who lost their lives serving our country. Go Highlanders!
Kim Kelly
END OF THE YEAR (USED) SCHOOL SUPPLY COLLECTION
ROCHESTER MOUNTAIN BIKE TEAM
Hey friends,
Are you a high school student looking for something to do this summer? Consider joining the Rochester Mountain Bike Team, a bike club uniting students from Adams, Rochester, and Stoney Creek High Schools. We ride Mondays and Wednesdays May thru October.
Need a bike? There are still some free rental bikes available in our bike library! Go to bit.ly/RMBTGetBike to apply for a season-long bike loan!
Did you know that mountain biking is now a club lettering sport? Students who participate in our varsity program can earn a club varsity letter.
Space is limited! Register now at rmbtunited.com/register
Danke, danke! Let me know if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Brady Crites
Rochester High School German Teacher
Rochester Mountain Bike Team - Head Club Coach
Rochester Hills, MI
[email protected]
AHS MEDIA CENTER
Adams Media Center materials are due June 1st. If a student needs to keep it longer to fulfill a class requirement, they can come in and renew it. If students are interested in checking books out for the summer, see Mrs. Carlson to make arrangements.
We are looking for book suggestions for the 22-23 school year. Please fill out the Google Form: https://forms.gle/cDFx7MfH37Wq7qgF8
Also, the Media Center is looking for donations of sheets, both fitted and flat. We are working on building a collection of games for students to use before school and during lunches. Any gently used games and puzzles would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Brenda Carlson, NBCT
Information Literacy Specialist
National Honor Society Advisor
Adams High School
We are looking for book suggestions for the 22-23 school year. Please fill out the Google Form: https://forms.gle/cDFx7MfH37Wq7qgF8
Also, the Media Center is looking for donations of sheets, both fitted and flat. We are working on building a collection of games for students to use before school and during lunches. Any gently used games and puzzles would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Brenda Carlson, NBCT
Information Literacy Specialist
National Honor Society Advisor
Adams High School
AHS COLOR GUARD FUNDRAISER
We are currently raising money through a Can Drive to buy new poles and silks for our Color Guard in the Marching Band. Thank you in advance for your supportive efforts.
RCS SUMMER MUSIC THEATRE
ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB
Attention Class of 2022 Parents:
Honor Your Senior!!
Order a personalized yard sign or banner with their senior photo from Adams Athletic Boosters!!
Please see order form below for details.
Honor Your Senior!!
Order a personalized yard sign or banner with their senior photo from Adams Athletic Boosters!!
Please see order form below for details.
BUY A BRICK!
A great way to celebrate a student athlete or honor your athletic senior is to buy a brick from the Adams Athletic Booster Club. You can personalize the brick with the students name or a special quote. The bricks are installed in the Alumni Plaza near the athletic entrance. Please see attached form for details.
COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY IMPORTANT INFORMATION!
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CLASS OF 2022
SENIOR ALL-NIGHT PARTY (SANP)
FOR THE CLASS OF 2022
The Senior All-Night Party for the Class of 2022 is coming soon. We need your help!
The Senior All-Night Party (SANP) for the Adams High School Class of 2022 will be held at Dave & Buster’s in Utica
following commencement ceremonies on June 2.
The SANP is an Adams tradition, offering a safe place for seniors to spend time with their friends on graduation night.
We are looking for volunteers and donations to make this a wonderful night for our graduates! Please consider helping in the following ways:
If you haven't already registered for the party, check it off your list now! Tickets are $90 which includes games, food, contests, and transportation between Adams and Dave & Busters. Details will be shared this spring. TICKETS WILL NOT BE SOLD AT THE DOOR.
To register your senior, please click below for the waiver and payment portal.
For questions, please contact Maria Gurzick at [email protected] or Jen Wood at [email protected]. Families with financial circumstances may contact Assistant Principal Todd Calcamuggio at 248-726-5200 for confidential assistance.
Click here for a printable, updated one-page flyer: Senior All-Night Party Flyer Updated
The Senior All-Night Party (SANP) for the Adams High School Class of 2022 will be held at Dave & Buster’s in Utica
following commencement ceremonies on June 2.
The SANP is an Adams tradition, offering a safe place for seniors to spend time with their friends on graduation night.
We are looking for volunteers and donations to make this a wonderful night for our graduates! Please consider helping in the following ways:
- VOLUNTEER to assist with the party. CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER.
- DONATE prizes and party items. CLICK HERE TO CONTRIBUTE.
If you haven't already registered for the party, check it off your list now! Tickets are $90 which includes games, food, contests, and transportation between Adams and Dave & Busters. Details will be shared this spring. TICKETS WILL NOT BE SOLD AT THE DOOR.
To register your senior, please click below for the waiver and payment portal.
- STEP ONE: Click here for SANP waiver form.
- STEP TWO: Click here for SANP online payment.
For questions, please contact Maria Gurzick at [email protected] or Jen Wood at [email protected]. Families with financial circumstances may contact Assistant Principal Todd Calcamuggio at 248-726-5200 for confidential assistance.
Click here for a printable, updated one-page flyer: Senior All-Night Party Flyer Updated
PARENTS ONLY!
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SENIORS ONLY!
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THANK YOU TO OUR SANP DONORS!
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 – Don Mrs. King [email protected]
Doo – Kek Mrs. Falkowski [email protected]
Kel – Or Mrs. Bellomo [email protected]
Os – S Mrs. Clement [email protected]
T – 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
The AHS Counselors are wishing everyone a safe and healthy summer!! We look forward to seeing you in the fall!!
ATTENTION JUNIOR PARENTS - IMPORTANT COLLEGE INFORMATION
Counselors met with all juniors this week to discuss the college application process. Students were given a College Tip Sheet (linked HERE) with information regarding the process.
Information and suggestions for summer:
· Clean up social media accounts and make sure your email address is appropriate. Create a new account, if needed.
· Clean up your work space and room at home, so you are organized for the college application process.
· Get a job and save some money.
· Develop a plan for keeping all your online college and scholarship account logins and passwords organized and accessible.
· Research colleges, talk with people, join mailing lists, etc. to keep building your list.
· Make time for college visits/tours/open houses.
· Many colleges are “test optional” for admissions, meaning they do not require an SAT or ACT score. However, if you want or need to send a score, take an ACT or SAT. If you missed the spring tests, you could sign up for an early fall test now and study over the summer. If you have a score you’re ready to send, you send it via www.collegeboard.org or www.act.org .
· Most applications open August 1st, so you may begin working on them. It’s especially wise to begin drafting your college essays (if you have them) over the summer if possible! This can save you time in the fall.
· Transcripts will not be available for college applications until mid-September, after you’ve had a chance to review your transcript and hear more details about the process from counselors.
· Create a www.parchment.com account so you are ready to send transcripts in the fall.
· Look up your AP scores in July, and then explore the potential credit awarded at your college of interest.
If you need to reach out to your student’s counselor, please see below for contact information.
Last Names: Counselor: Email Address:
A – Don Mrs. King [email protected]
Doo – Kek Mrs. Falkowski [email protected]
Kel – Or Mrs. Bellomo [email protected]
Os – S Mrs. Clement [email protected]
T – 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
The AHS Counselors are wishing everyone a safe and healthy summer!! We look forward to seeing you in the fall!!
ATTENTION JUNIOR PARENTS - IMPORTANT COLLEGE INFORMATION
Counselors met with all juniors this week to discuss the college application process. Students were given a College Tip Sheet (linked HERE) with information regarding the process.
Information and suggestions for summer:
· Clean up social media accounts and make sure your email address is appropriate. Create a new account, if needed.
· Clean up your work space and room at home, so you are organized for the college application process.
· Get a job and save some money.
· Develop a plan for keeping all your online college and scholarship account logins and passwords organized and accessible.
· Research colleges, talk with people, join mailing lists, etc. to keep building your list.
· Make time for college visits/tours/open houses.
· Many colleges are “test optional” for admissions, meaning they do not require an SAT or ACT score. However, if you want or need to send a score, take an ACT or SAT. If you missed the spring tests, you could sign up for an early fall test now and study over the summer. If you have a score you’re ready to send, you send it via www.collegeboard.org or www.act.org .
· Most applications open August 1st, so you may begin working on them. It’s especially wise to begin drafting your college essays (if you have them) over the summer if possible! This can save you time in the fall.
· Transcripts will not be available for college applications until mid-September, after you’ve had a chance to review your transcript and hear more details about the process from counselors.
· Create a www.parchment.com account so you are ready to send transcripts in the fall.
· Look up your AP scores in July, and then explore the potential credit awarded at your college of interest.
CAREER CONNECTIONS
Click the link https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1DGxxSWou0BlMcxZqBkNycSnokS6ADAtav-btactaKuU/present?slide=id.gd5be3f3c70_0_0
EDUSTAFF IS HIRING!
FREE AND REDUCED LUNCHES
Rochester Community Schools via Chartwells Food Service Staff will serve free breakfast and lunch meals to RCS students in all grade levels, thanks to flexibilities provided by the USDA's National School Lunch Program. Students can take advantage of these free meals served in their school cafeterias on regular school days. No registration is required.
Students enrolled in the RCS Virtual Campus will have a weekly curbside distribution at West Middle School and signup is required in advance. RCS Virtual Campus families should visit the website listed below to register for free curbside pickup.
Please use this link to access daily menus, nutrition details, RCS Virtual Campus food registration, and additional information about Chartwells food services at RCS: https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/about-us/departments/foodservices.
Rochester Community Schools via Chartwells Food Service Staff will serve free breakfast and lunch meals to RCS students in all grade levels, thanks to flexibilities provided by the USDA's National School Lunch Program. Students can take advantage of these free meals served in their school cafeterias on regular school days. No registration is required.
Students enrolled in the RCS Virtual Campus will have a weekly curbside distribution at West Middle School and signup is required in advance. RCS Virtual Campus families should visit the website listed below to register for free curbside pickup.
Please use this link to access daily menus, nutrition details, RCS Virtual Campus food registration, and additional information about Chartwells food services at RCS: https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/about-us/departments/foodservices.
TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT
Hello Parents and Students,
There are approximately 700 students across the district who do not have a device, out of the 14,700+ RCS enrollment. A School Messenger went out today to each of these families to inform them of a deployment on Friday, March 4 at the Administration Center. Please take advantage of this opportunity. There is NO APPOINTMENT necessary – we will be issuing devices as they walk in between 7 a.m. – 5:45 p.m. High school students can pick up their own device if they bring the Device Agreement Form already signed by their parents.
As always, parents can also make appointments on Tuesdays 7 a.m. – 3:50 p.m. through the link on RCS Technology Services website. Call us directly at (248) 726-3191 if you wish to make special arrangements to reach some of those families who need special accommodations.
Student Chromebooks
Parents are encouraged to schedule a Technology Services Appointment using the following link: https://form.jotform.com/203207837751153 . Direct parents and students to our website for new Chromebook or service.
Hello Parents and Students,
There are approximately 700 students across the district who do not have a device, out of the 14,700+ RCS enrollment. A School Messenger went out today to each of these families to inform them of a deployment on Friday, March 4 at the Administration Center. Please take advantage of this opportunity. There is NO APPOINTMENT necessary – we will be issuing devices as they walk in between 7 a.m. – 5:45 p.m. High school students can pick up their own device if they bring the Device Agreement Form already signed by their parents.
As always, parents can also make appointments on Tuesdays 7 a.m. – 3:50 p.m. through the link on RCS Technology Services website. Call us directly at (248) 726-3191 if you wish to make special arrangements to reach some of those families who need special accommodations.
Student Chromebooks
Parents are encouraged to schedule a Technology Services Appointment using the following link: https://form.jotform.com/203207837751153 . Direct parents and students to our website for new Chromebook or service.
- Parent/Student Requesting Technical Support - If a student/parent needs technical assistance or has lost their device, please direct them to the Technology Services page on our district website https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/about-us/departments/technology-services
- Parent/Student Requesting Help with ParentVue/StudentVUE - If a student/parent needs help with ParentVUE or StudentVUE, please direct them to the website https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/about-us/departments/technology-services/family-technology-support/parentvue.
- Students Needing a 1:1 Device - If you are working with parent and determine that they either require a new device, should swap an old 3120, or should swap a defective device – please send them the link to schedule a Technology Services Appointment: https://form.jotform.com/203207837751153
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]
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
Attention Parents,
Rochester High School will be hosting sports physicals nights on June 14, 15 and 16 from 5:00-9:00 pm each night. Registration can be done through this sign up genius link. The cost per physical is $25.00, payment should be made online through Eleyo at this link.
Physicals will be conducted in the Rochester High School mall/cafeteria area, please enter through door 18 when arriving and park in the lot off Livernois Rd. Please bring a copy of the online receipt for proof of payment. Volunteers are needed to help with a few stations, please contact the Rochester Athletic Dept. if you are willing to volunteer. The $25.00 fee for the sports physical will be waived for parents that volunteer.
Please click here for the forms required by the MHSAA
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 in the athletics
office at (248) 726-5272 or at [email protected].
Attention Parents,
Rochester High School will be hosting sports physicals nights on June 14, 15 and 16 from 5:00-9:00 pm each night. Registration can be done through this sign up genius link. The cost per physical is $25.00, payment should be made online through Eleyo at this link.
Physicals will be conducted in the Rochester High School mall/cafeteria area, please enter through door 18 when arriving and park in the lot off Livernois Rd. Please bring a copy of the online receipt for proof of payment. Volunteers are needed to help with a few stations, please contact the Rochester Athletic Dept. if you are willing to volunteer. The $25.00 fee for the sports physical will be waived for parents that volunteer.
Please click here for the forms required by the MHSAA
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 in the athletics
office at (248) 726-5272 or at [email protected].
UPCOMING SPORTS EVENTS! |
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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.
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.
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
8TH GRADE LUNCHEON!
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