For the Week of September 3, 2021
Important Dates
September 2: Full day of school
September 2nd: Student and Staff Picture Day!
September 3: Freshman Tailgate
September 3-6: NO SCHOOL
September 8: Seniors Meeting (Auditorium - throughout the day)
September 10: Karaoke Night!, 6 PM
September 14: PTSA Meeting and (Virtual) Curriculum Night
September 17: Gold Rush Tailgating, 4:30 PM
September 24: Pep Assembly and Homecoming Game, 7 PM
September 25: Homecoming Dance, 7 PM-10 PM
October 6: College Night
September 2nd: Student and Staff Picture Day!
September 3: Freshman Tailgate
September 3-6: NO SCHOOL
September 8: Seniors Meeting (Auditorium - throughout the day)
September 10: Karaoke Night!, 6 PM
September 14: PTSA Meeting and (Virtual) Curriculum Night
September 17: Gold Rush Tailgating, 4:30 PM
September 24: Pep Assembly and Homecoming Game, 7 PM
September 25: Homecoming Dance, 7 PM-10 PM
October 6: College Night
SPOTLIGHT ON INSTRUCTION!
Spg - Ms. Sophia Lewallen
Spg - Ms. Sophia Lewallen
"You Gotta Have Art, all you really need is art!" Well, Ms. Sophia Lewallen and students are bonding during a teamwork event, String Art! Ms. Lewallen shares with students that being a team-player is a necessary skill set to have. In addition, to being an artist.
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WELCOME BACK WEEK!
"Let's Get It Started...!"
"Let's Get It Started...!"
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OPEN MIC! KAROAKE NIGHT!
Open to all Adams friends and families. Casting Calls begin at: 5 PM. Curtains close at: 6 PM
COVID-19 PROTOCOLS
Dear RCS Families,
On Tuesday, August 24, 2021, the Oakland County Health Division (OCHD) issued an Emergency Order (2021-01) for Control of Pandemic, which is effective immediately. The order states that daycares and educational institutions, to include pre-kindergarten through grade 12, are required to ensure all students, teachers, staff and community members consistently and properly wear facial coverings while inside a school building or structure, regardless of vaccination status. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) also requires masks to be worn on school buses.
We have received updated guidance from the Oakland County Health Division (OCHD) specific to extracurricular activities. It states that students, school employees, and volunteers participating in extracurricular activities/sports are required to wear masks while inside an educational institution.
The Oakland County Health Division (OCHD) mask order for schools will remain in effect until community transmission for Oakland County is categorized as “moderate” by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for at least 14 consecutive days or until further notice from the Oakland County Health Officer. Additionally, the CDC continues to require masks on buses.
*In the event that a student forgets their mask at home, staff members will offer the student a face covering.*
Dear RCS Families,
On Tuesday, August 24, 2021, the Oakland County Health Division (OCHD) issued an Emergency Order (2021-01) for Control of Pandemic, which is effective immediately. The order states that daycares and educational institutions, to include pre-kindergarten through grade 12, are required to ensure all students, teachers, staff and community members consistently and properly wear facial coverings while inside a school building or structure, regardless of vaccination status. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) also requires masks to be worn on school buses.
We have received updated guidance from the Oakland County Health Division (OCHD) specific to extracurricular activities. It states that students, school employees, and volunteers participating in extracurricular activities/sports are required to wear masks while inside an educational institution.
The Oakland County Health Division (OCHD) mask order for schools will remain in effect until community transmission for Oakland County is categorized as “moderate” by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for at least 14 consecutive days or until further notice from the Oakland County Health Officer. Additionally, the CDC continues to require masks on buses.
*In the event that a student forgets their mask at home, staff members will offer the student a face covering.*
BUS DROP-OFF AND PICK-UP
NEWS!
All general education students who ride a bus to Adams and Van Hoosen will be dropped off and picked up using the Van Hoosen bus loop. Adams students will walk along the football field walkway to and from the bus loop at Van Hoosen. Enter at the Athletic Entrance door #11 (near the tennis courts).
In an effort to address safety concerns, the administration asks for your cooperation during drop-off and pick-up to allow for a safe and smooth school drop-off dismissal. Please see the attached traffic flow diagram of the drop off/pick-up loops below.
* The entire loop is wide enough for two cars to be side by side creating an outer and inner lane.
* The outer lane (right lane) nearest the sidewalk is for student drop off; student drop off may take place at any point along the sidewalk. (See Diagram).
* The inner lane (left lane) is for PASSING ONLY! DO NOT DROP your student off in the inner lane - this is very important for safety reasons. (See Diagram).
* Students should be dropped off at the first available drop off area and then proceed to the building along the sidewalk.
* PULL FORWARD. DO NOT STOP at the main entrance doors if there is room to pull forward.
* Please be mindful of the crosswalk passing through the loop and be cautious while entering and exiting the loop.
* Cars traveling on Highlander Highway and not entering the loop have the right away and will not stop. Cars exiting the loop have a stop sign. (See Diagram).
* We are asking that ALL parents drop off and pick up student is the loop.
* Please note the loop was reconfigured to allow both left and right turns while exiting on to Tienken. Please be careful, courteous and take you time.
Dropping off or picking up students in athletic, auditorium or staff parking lots, or in undesignated areas create traffic problems and dangerous situations for students and staff and is prohibited!
In an effort to address safety concerns, the administration asks for your cooperation during drop-off and pick-up to allow for a safe and smooth school drop-off dismissal. Please see the attached traffic flow diagram of the drop off/pick-up loops below.
* The entire loop is wide enough for two cars to be side by side creating an outer and inner lane.
* The outer lane (right lane) nearest the sidewalk is for student drop off; student drop off may take place at any point along the sidewalk. (See Diagram).
* The inner lane (left lane) is for PASSING ONLY! DO NOT DROP your student off in the inner lane - this is very important for safety reasons. (See Diagram).
* Students should be dropped off at the first available drop off area and then proceed to the building along the sidewalk.
* PULL FORWARD. DO NOT STOP at the main entrance doors if there is room to pull forward.
* Please be mindful of the crosswalk passing through the loop and be cautious while entering and exiting the loop.
* Cars traveling on Highlander Highway and not entering the loop have the right away and will not stop. Cars exiting the loop have a stop sign. (See Diagram).
* We are asking that ALL parents drop off and pick up student is the loop.
* Please note the loop was reconfigured to allow both left and right turns while exiting on to Tienken. Please be careful, courteous and take you time.
Dropping off or picking up students in athletic, auditorium or staff parking lots, or in undesignated areas create traffic problems and dangerous situations for students and staff and is prohibited!
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Adams High School has remaining yearbooks that have not been picked up. The yearbooks are in the AHS Attendance Office.
See Mrs. Teresa Roehl for more information or call her at (248) 726-5221. Pick up between the hours of 6:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
See Mrs. Teresa Roehl for more information or call her at (248) 726-5221. Pick up between the hours of 6:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
IMPORTANT - REMINDERS FOR THE START OF SCHOOL
2021 BELL SCHEDULES |
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LUNCH SCHEDULE
Adams has 3 lunch periods that run during the 4th hour class period. Lunches rotate based on the student's 4th hour teacher.
The complete lunch schedule for the first semester. See attachment.
The complete lunch schedule for the first semester. See attachment.
STAFF AND STUDENTS PICTURE DAY!
PICTURE RETAKES are on Friday, October 15, 2021!
HOMECOMING CLASS T-SHIRTS
ARE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE!
ARE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE!
COME AND GET IT!
Students please use the following link to purchase class t-shirts: https://rochesteronline.ce.eleyo.com/course/1042/school-event-fees-2021-2022/ahs-class-t-shirts-fall-2021
Orders are due by September 7th!
It is an Adam’s tradition to wear your class t-shirt on the day of the homecoming pep assembly, which is Friday, September 24th.
Make sure to get your order in to ensure you get your shirt by then.
Students please use the following link to purchase class t-shirts: https://rochesteronline.ce.eleyo.com/course/1042/school-event-fees-2021-2022/ahs-class-t-shirts-fall-2021
Orders are due by September 7th!
It is an Adam’s tradition to wear your class t-shirt on the day of the homecoming pep assembly, which is Friday, September 24th.
Make sure to get your order in to ensure you get your shirt by then.
THE 3RD ANNUAL GOLD RUSH!
We’ve been working all summer on The 3rd Annual Gold Rush tailgate, happening on September 17th from 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
before our football team takes on Rochester High!
This community event will have a live broadcast from 95.5 radio and features carnival games, dunk tanks (with the middle school administration being dunked), military, police and fire vehicles, bounce houses and obstacle courses, rock climbing walls, food trucks, Adams merchandise, Fur Angels therapy dogs, robotics team demonstrations, cheer, dance and band performances, lawn games, face painting, temporary tattoos and so much more!! Fun for all ages in the Van Hoosen bus loop and Adams fields. Please mark your calendar!!
See you all there! On Friday, September 17, 2021 at 4:30 PM. The big game on the field begins at 7 PM!
We’ve been working all summer on The 3rd Annual Gold Rush tailgate, happening on September 17th from 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
before our football team takes on Rochester High!
This community event will have a live broadcast from 95.5 radio and features carnival games, dunk tanks (with the middle school administration being dunked), military, police and fire vehicles, bounce houses and obstacle courses, rock climbing walls, food trucks, Adams merchandise, Fur Angels therapy dogs, robotics team demonstrations, cheer, dance and band performances, lawn games, face painting, temporary tattoos and so much more!! Fun for all ages in the Van Hoosen bus loop and Adams fields. Please mark your calendar!!
See you all there! On Friday, September 17, 2021 at 4:30 PM. The big game on the field begins at 7 PM!
HOMECOMING DANCE NEWS
Tickets will go on sale today, Thursday, September 2, 2021 during lunch periods in the cafeteria.
The cost will be $25 each ticket.
The tickets will also be on sale in Mr. Bondy's Room #154 (during passing time only) over the next few weeks.
The cost will be $25 each ticket.
The tickets will also be on sale in Mr. Bondy's Room #154 (during passing time only) over the next few weeks.
LOCKER UPDATE!
If you need any locker assistance, feel free to see: Mrs. Michelle Mims in the Main Office.
PARKING PASS PICK-UP
See Mrs. Kathy Monaghan for student parking passes. The passes will be available for pick-up in the Adams High School main office from 7:00am - 7:30am and 2:30pm - 3:00pm. Please bring your drivers license; student list of payment will be available.
Reminder: Students must complete both steps of the parking permit process to receive their parking pass.
See Mrs. Kathy Monaghan for student parking passes. The passes will be available for pick-up in the Adams High School main office from 7:00am - 7:30am and 2:30pm - 3:00pm. Please bring your drivers license; student list of payment will be available.
Reminder: Students must complete both steps of the parking permit process to receive their parking pass.
CONTINUED THANKS
TO OUR PTSA!
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To the Class of 2025 - Welcome to Adams! It is important to get off to a good start for your high school career. Take advantage of the support your teachers offer and seek out opportunities to get involved in the Adams culture. If you have any question on the first day of school, look for our Link Crew Members who will be wearing their Link Crew T-shirts or ask the secretaries in the main office to assist. Our Link Crew and secretaries in the main office look forward to helping you find your way and make your first day of high school a success.
ROCHESTER ADAMS FRESHMEN TAILGATE NEWS!
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All members of the Class of 2025 are invited to our Freshman Tailgate Event!
Food and games will be provided and all Freshman can get in free to the tailgate and football game with their student ID!
When: Friday, September 3, 2022 at 6:00 PM
Where: Behind south end zone of the football field (near the tennis courts)
Be sure to wear Adams spirit wear and come cheer on the football team for their first home game of the season!
Food and games will be provided and all Freshman can get in free to the tailgate and football game with their student ID!
When: Friday, September 3, 2022 at 6:00 PM
Where: Behind south end zone of the football field (near the tennis courts)
Be sure to wear Adams spirit wear and come cheer on the football team for their first home game of the season!
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All seniors for the class of 2022 need to get their YEARBOOK PHOTO taken by Prestige Portraits. This service is provided free of charge and includes inclusion in the yearbook, as well as on the class composite. Students must have their yearbook photo taken by October 31, 2021 in studio (see address below). Once the photos are processed, students/parents must choose their preferred photo by November 15, 2021. If a pose is not chosen by that date, the studio will choose a pose to be submitted. Prestige will then send the photo directly to Mr. Lovalvo. There is nothing else that the student (or parent) needs to do in order to appear in the yearbook or on the class composite.
Students and parents will still have the opportunity to go to their preferred choice of photographer, if it is not Prestige Portraits, for their other senior photos. While only the yearbook pose sitting fee is FREE OF CHARGE, Prestige will be offering significant discounts for other senior picture packages as well.
Please remember that this is a more formal section of the yearbook than the underclassmen photo section. Because of this, students need to dress up - shirt/tie/suit coat, collared shirt, dress, blouse, etc. All clothing needs to meet these specifications and the RCS dress code policy in order to be included in the yearbook and on the class composite. If you (or your child) need help obtaining proper attire, need more information regarding attire, or need help with transportation to the studio, please contact Mr. Lovalvo at [email protected].
Please call 248-377-2444 or go online at https://bit.ly/PRESTIGE_OAKLANDTWP and make a senior portrait appointment as soon as possible. Although the deadline to be photographed is October 30, 2021, appointments fill quickly. Students who do not get their yearbook photo taken with Prestige by the deadline will not appear in the senior section of the yearbook.
Prestige Portraits
248-377-2444
4906 Adams Road, Oakland Twp., 48306
If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Lovalvo at [email protected].
Students and parents will still have the opportunity to go to their preferred choice of photographer, if it is not Prestige Portraits, for their other senior photos. While only the yearbook pose sitting fee is FREE OF CHARGE, Prestige will be offering significant discounts for other senior picture packages as well.
Please remember that this is a more formal section of the yearbook than the underclassmen photo section. Because of this, students need to dress up - shirt/tie/suit coat, collared shirt, dress, blouse, etc. All clothing needs to meet these specifications and the RCS dress code policy in order to be included in the yearbook and on the class composite. If you (or your child) need help obtaining proper attire, need more information regarding attire, or need help with transportation to the studio, please contact Mr. Lovalvo at [email protected].
Please call 248-377-2444 or go online at https://bit.ly/PRESTIGE_OAKLANDTWP and make a senior portrait appointment as soon as possible. Although the deadline to be photographed is October 30, 2021, appointments fill quickly. Students who do not get their yearbook photo taken with Prestige by the deadline will not appear in the senior section of the yearbook.
Prestige Portraits
248-377-2444
4906 Adams Road, Oakland Twp., 48306
If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Lovalvo at [email protected].
Notes From Kim Kelly - PTSA President
Welcome back Highlanders! The PTSA needs your support more than ever as we look to fund programs for our students. Please consider joining and contributing to our One and Done fundraiser. See the flyer below with a QR code or go to Rochester Adams High School PTSA - Home Page (membershiptoolkit.com).
Our first PTSA meeting this year is Tuesday, 9/14 at 9:30 am in room 121. Get updates from counselors, student council, administration and more! Meetings generally last an hour and are a great way to get to know what’s happening at Adams!
Our Gold Rush Community tailgate is Friday 9/17! We have food trucks, inflatables, carnival games, face painting, temporary tattoos, spirit wear, service dogs, military, police and fire vehicles and demonstrations, robotics, dance, cheer, band and so much more!!! We need some help to pull it off, so please click the sign up link to volunteer. Thanks for your support! Gold Rush Volunteers
~ Kim Kelly
Welcome back Highlanders! The PTSA needs your support more than ever as we look to fund programs for our students. Please consider joining and contributing to our One and Done fundraiser. See the flyer below with a QR code or go to Rochester Adams High School PTSA - Home Page (membershiptoolkit.com).
Our first PTSA meeting this year is Tuesday, 9/14 at 9:30 am in room 121. Get updates from counselors, student council, administration and more! Meetings generally last an hour and are a great way to get to know what’s happening at Adams!
Our Gold Rush Community tailgate is Friday 9/17! We have food trucks, inflatables, carnival games, face painting, temporary tattoos, spirit wear, service dogs, military, police and fire vehicles and demonstrations, robotics, dance, cheer, band and so much more!!! We need some help to pull it off, so please click the sign up link to volunteer. Thanks for your support! Gold Rush Volunteers
~ Kim Kelly
PTSA Meetings EBoard meetings - 11:30 am – boys join at 12:15
009/14 9:30 am 9/10
10/19 9:30 am 10/15
11/9 9:30 am 11/5
1/11 7:00 PM – AP Showcase THURSDAY 1/6
3/15 9:30 am 3/11
4/12 9:30 am 4/8
5/17 9:30 am 5/13
009/14 9:30 am 9/10
10/19 9:30 am 10/15
11/9 9:30 am 11/5
1/11 7:00 PM – AP Showcase THURSDAY 1/6
3/15 9:30 am 3/11
4/12 9:30 am 4/8
5/17 9:30 am 5/13
UPCOMING SPORTS EVENTS |
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Please join us for upcoming sports events at Adams High School campus or away games. For more information, see our website at: https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/athletics
THE COUNSELING OFFICE
The Counseling Department page on our website has a list of colleges that will be sending reps to visit Adams this fall. Juniors and seniors may sign up for these visits in the counseling office. You will also find a list of available scholarships on this page. Be sure to check back regularly, as we add to this list frequently.
Counselors will meet with Seniors on September 8th. During this meeting, counselors will discuss college apps, sending transcripts/test scores, and letters of recommendation, along with some additional information.
College Night will be hosted at Adams this year. It is Wednesday, October 6th from 6:00-7:30 pm. Currently, we are expecting about 50 colleges/universities to be in attendance. Take advantage of this opportunity to talk with admissions representatives!
Counselors will meet with Seniors on September 8th. During this meeting, counselors will discuss college apps, sending transcripts/test scores, and letters of recommendation, along with some additional information.
College Night will be hosted at Adams this year. It is Wednesday, October 6th from 6:00-7:30 pm. Currently, we are expecting about 50 colleges/universities to be in attendance. Take advantage of this opportunity to talk with admissions representatives!
Family Technology Support
The Family Technology Support website is a resource designed to help RCS families with the technology students are using as part of their learning. It contains video tutorials, quick start guides, and answers to frequently asked questions, and includes a Chromebook section for basic tools and accessibility features found on district-issued Chromebooks.
Need technology? Fill out this form!
The Family Technology Support website is a resource designed to help RCS families with the technology students are using as part of their learning. It contains video tutorials, quick start guides, and answers to frequently asked questions, and includes a Chromebook section for basic tools and accessibility features found on district-issued Chromebooks.
Need technology? Fill out this form!
FREE AND REDUCED LUNCHES
Free and Reduced Meal Application 2021/2022 School Year Application
*Families are encouraged to continue to fill out the online free and reduced meal application for the 2021/2022 school year. A new application is required at the beginning of each school year. Applications for this program also support the district beyond food service including Title I and 31a funding. This program also connects families to additional community resources including Blessings in a Backpack, Neighborhood House and possible individual support for district programs.
For the online free and reduced meal application process, please use this link: https://www.myschoolapps.com/Home/DistrictRedirect/ROCHESTER_MI?langid=1 If, there are specific dietary questions or concerns, please contact the food services office at 248-726-4618 or email [email protected]
Rochester Community SchoolsBeginning tomorrow, Aug. 31, our 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.
Free and Reduced Meal Application 2021/2022 School Year Application
*Families are encouraged to continue to fill out the online free and reduced meal application for the 2021/2022 school year. A new application is required at the beginning of each school year. Applications for this program also support the district beyond food service including Title I and 31a funding. This program also connects families to additional community resources including Blessings in a Backpack, Neighborhood House and possible individual support for district programs.
For the online free and reduced meal application process, please use this link: https://www.myschoolapps.com/Home/DistrictRedirect/ROCHESTER_MI?langid=1 If, there are specific dietary questions or concerns, please contact the food services office at 248-726-4618 or email [email protected]
Rochester Community SchoolsBeginning tomorrow, Aug. 31, our 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.
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/pages/156551/remote-learning-rcs) 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/pages/156551/remote-learning-rcs) 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
AHS 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/.
Regards,
Pasquale Cusumano, Principal
Todd Calcamuggio, Assistant Principal
Luke Swanson, Assistant Principal
Pasquale Cusumano, Principal
Todd Calcamuggio, Assistant Principal
Luke Swanson, Assistant Principal
AHS STUDENTS,
WE ARE EXCITED TO SEE ALL OF YOU NEXT WEEK!
IT IS GOING TO BE A GREAT YEAR!!
~ ADAMS HIGH SCHOOL STAFF
SPECIAL THANKS TO: QUIKER COMPANY
