Sparkle Awards Nominations
It’s been a school year like no other.
Time to celebrate those who have championed our kids through it all!
2021 Special Education Appreciation Awards
Saturday, May 22 @ 4:00 pm
Stoney Creek High School Stadium
Now accepting Sparkle Award nominations until March 26 at www.rcspac.com
What is a Sparkle Award?
A Sparkle Award recognizes individuals and student groups whose support of Rochester Community School students with special needs is exemplary. Love your child's bus driver? Nominate him! Is your child's para beyond compare-a? Nominate her! Every nominee will be recognized and receive a Sparkle Award at the Special Education Appreciation Evening ceremony. In addition, one nominee from each general category (i.e., Early Childhood, Middle School, Post-High School, etc.) will receive special recognition.
Who May be Nominated?
You may nominate an individual or student group who has provided service to one or more Rochester Community School students in special education this school year. Besides RCS staff you may nominate a student peer!
Time to celebrate those who have championed our kids through it all!
2021 Special Education Appreciation Awards
Saturday, May 22 @ 4:00 pm
Stoney Creek High School Stadium
Now accepting Sparkle Award nominations until March 26 at www.rcspac.com
What is a Sparkle Award?
A Sparkle Award recognizes individuals and student groups whose support of Rochester Community School students with special needs is exemplary. Love your child's bus driver? Nominate him! Is your child's para beyond compare-a? Nominate her! Every nominee will be recognized and receive a Sparkle Award at the Special Education Appreciation Evening ceremony. In addition, one nominee from each general category (i.e., Early Childhood, Middle School, Post-High School, etc.) will receive special recognition.
Who May be Nominated?
You may nominate an individual or student group who has provided service to one or more Rochester Community School students in special education this school year. Besides RCS staff you may nominate a student peer!
Congratulations PTSA Founder's day Award Recipients!
From left to right: Ryleigh -- representing her mom, Allison Brann our parent recipient. Jackson S. -- our student recipient and Ms. Shelley Moore, our staff recipient. Thank you for all you do for Crusader Nation!
Staff Spotlight! -- Getting to know... Mr. McKee!
Volleyball Tryouts
Attention 7th and 8th Grade Girls interested in trying out for the Volleyball Team…
Tryouts will be on Wednesday, 3/3/21 from 3-6 PM and Thursday, 3/4/21 from 3-6 PM. You must be at tryouts for both days. The teams will be selected at the end of tryouts on March 4.
Please make sure you have a physical form on file from either the 2020-2021 school year or the 2019-2020 school year. If you have a physical from the 2019-2020 school year then you MUST complete the MHSAA Health Questionnaire form which is on the District Athletic Website.
If you have any questions about whether or not you have a physical form in or not please email Mr. Klak, Reuther Athletic Director at nklak@rochester.k12.mi.us
If you have any questions for the coaches please contact them by email.
Tryouts will be on Wednesday, 3/3/21 from 3-6 PM and Thursday, 3/4/21 from 3-6 PM. You must be at tryouts for both days. The teams will be selected at the end of tryouts on March 4.
- First Day of Practice is March 5.
- Team Picture Day is March 8.
- First Game is March 12. Last Game is March 24.
Please make sure you have a physical form on file from either the 2020-2021 school year or the 2019-2020 school year. If you have a physical from the 2019-2020 school year then you MUST complete the MHSAA Health Questionnaire form which is on the District Athletic Website.
If you have any questions about whether or not you have a physical form in or not please email Mr. Klak, Reuther Athletic Director at nklak@rochester.k12.mi.us
If you have any questions for the coaches please contact them by email.
- Mr. Gibbs/8th Grade Coach at kgibbs04@wowway.com
- Mrs. Victory/7th Grade Coach at emilyvictory@gmail.com
Picture REtakes
Retakes are scheduled for
Cohort B- Thursday, February 25
Cohort A- Monday, March 1
In order to get your picture retaken, you MUST bring your completed picture packet with you. If you did not pick up your packet from Reuther's main office, we will drop them off in your classroom the beginning of February. VC students will still need to come to the school to pick up picture packets.
Virtual Campus students will be able to schedule a time for picture retakes on either day from 2:00-4:00pm. Please use the Google Appointment Slot to signup for a time to get your picture taken.
Cohort B- Thursday, February 25
Cohort A- Monday, March 1
In order to get your picture retaken, you MUST bring your completed picture packet with you. If you did not pick up your packet from Reuther's main office, we will drop them off in your classroom the beginning of February. VC students will still need to come to the school to pick up picture packets.
Virtual Campus students will be able to schedule a time for picture retakes on either day from 2:00-4:00pm. Please use the Google Appointment Slot to signup for a time to get your picture taken.
Virtual Campus Students! We want to feature photos of you learning with your pets in our yearbook. Please use this form to submit your photos.
Advanced Language Arts and Accelerated Math Placement Testing
Advanced Language Arts: Students currently in Language Arts 7 who want to place into Advanced Language Arts 8 are eligible to be considered for advancement into this course.
Accelerated Math: Students currently in Math 6 who want to place into Accelerated Math 7 and student currently in Math 7 who want to place into Algebra 1 are eligible to be considered for acceleration into these courses.
Eligible students who wish to sign up for the placement test may fill out this form to register. Registration is due by Friday, March 12th.
Testing will occur at the start of the school day on Tuesday, March 16th for ELA and Thursday, March 18th for Math in the Media Center. Students should report to the Media Center and bring at least 2 sharpened pencils. Students taking the math assessment need to bring their own calculator. If you have any questions please reach out to our learning consultant, Mrs. Chynoweth, at mchynoweth@rochester.k12.mi.us or (248)726-4709.
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parent advisory Committee
Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) News
The Michigan Department of Education is holding public hearings on two proposed amendments to Special Education Programs and Service Rules. If you would like to share your input on these proposed changes, please visit the MDE Office of Special Education website, to find out what is being proposed and the ways in which to comment. https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MIMDE/bulletins/2c01ec8?fbclid=IwAR3w4-3-639JfG_GZGpBKrsajGHU-RKGPNRAfVgo0x3PKp7QiGIGkw9AVQc
The Michigan Department of Education is holding public hearings on two proposed amendments to Special Education Programs and Service Rules. If you would like to share your input on these proposed changes, please visit the MDE Office of Special Education website, to find out what is being proposed and the ways in which to comment. https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MIMDE/bulletins/2c01ec8?fbclid=IwAR3w4-3-639JfG_GZGpBKrsajGHU-RKGPNRAfVgo0x3PKp7QiGIGkw9AVQc
| pacannouncements.pdf |
career connections newsletter & xello Information
| career_readiness_family_expo_2021__2___002_.pdf |
| career_connections_newsletter_ms_feb.pdf |
Parents of 7th Graders
Parents of 8th graders
Authors in april Update
Authors in April is now in May...May 24-28, 2021!
Meet your 2021 Middle School Author Victoria Jamieson
Meet your 2021 Middle School Author Victoria Jamieson
Last chance orders for Authors In April books to be utilized during Language Arts Class are due no later than Monday, February 22nd. If you have not yet ordered, visit our member hub to order a book: https://reuther.memberhub.store/store/items/124467
Questions regarding AIA orders can be directed to Jessica Parsons at jessica_parsons@yahoo.com.
Questions regarding AIA orders can be directed to Jessica Parsons at jessica_parsons@yahoo.com.
Community Art Project
Starting February 1st, Rochester Hills students are invited to submit their art to the "Art of Auburn" Contest. Multiple winners will get to see their artwork featured directly on the asphalt surface of Auburn Road.
To participate, artists grades K-12 will be able to submit artwork to illustrate the theme "What Community Means to Me." Participants can visit https://www.pccart.org/exhibitions/art-on-auburn/ for official guidelines.
Parents, teachers, and students can also join an informational webinar on Thursday, January 28th. This webinar will explain the guidelines, discuss scoring criteria, and answer student questions. Those that cannot attend will be able to view a recording on the PCCA website.
“This is such a great opportunity for Rochester Hills students to have their artwork included in this large-scale public art project. These big, bold works of art will be a lasting reminder of the artist’s community pride,” states Paint Creek Center for the Arts Executive Director Elizabeth Chilton.
Students can submit artwork online through the website portal during the month of February. A panel of artists and community members will select up to 50 works of art for public vote. The pieces will be placed into categories based on the age of the artist. Community members can vote for their favorite designs online.
The contest will award multiple winners the opportunity to have their art featured on Auburn Road. Artwork will be enlarged to fit 6 - 7’ diameter circles. Winners will be announced and artwork will be unveiled at a community-wide celebration later this year.
“With families spending much of their free time at home, this program is a great opportunity to initiate the imagination of our youngest residents and provide them a creative way to engage in city design,” states Mayor Bryan K. Barnett. “We are excited to partner with the PCCA on this new initiative and look forward to adding some colorful public art to the corridor.”
About Paint Creek Center for the Arts
The mission of Paint Creek Center for the Arts is to celebrate and support creativity in our community by providing opportunities for all to learn, create, experience, and appreciate the arts. Paint Creek Center for the Arts (PCCA) provides 300+ classes, workshops and camps annually; community-centered art exhibitions; and the Art & Apples Festival®. Located at 407 Pine Street in downtown Rochester, PCCA receives a portion of its funding from the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs and the National Endowment for the Arts. To learn more, call 248-651-4110 or visit www.pccart.org.
To participate, artists grades K-12 will be able to submit artwork to illustrate the theme "What Community Means to Me." Participants can visit https://www.pccart.org/exhibitions/art-on-auburn/ for official guidelines.
Parents, teachers, and students can also join an informational webinar on Thursday, January 28th. This webinar will explain the guidelines, discuss scoring criteria, and answer student questions. Those that cannot attend will be able to view a recording on the PCCA website.
“This is such a great opportunity for Rochester Hills students to have their artwork included in this large-scale public art project. These big, bold works of art will be a lasting reminder of the artist’s community pride,” states Paint Creek Center for the Arts Executive Director Elizabeth Chilton.
Students can submit artwork online through the website portal during the month of February. A panel of artists and community members will select up to 50 works of art for public vote. The pieces will be placed into categories based on the age of the artist. Community members can vote for their favorite designs online.
The contest will award multiple winners the opportunity to have their art featured on Auburn Road. Artwork will be enlarged to fit 6 - 7’ diameter circles. Winners will be announced and artwork will be unveiled at a community-wide celebration later this year.
“With families spending much of their free time at home, this program is a great opportunity to initiate the imagination of our youngest residents and provide them a creative way to engage in city design,” states Mayor Bryan K. Barnett. “We are excited to partner with the PCCA on this new initiative and look forward to adding some colorful public art to the corridor.”
About Paint Creek Center for the Arts
The mission of Paint Creek Center for the Arts is to celebrate and support creativity in our community by providing opportunities for all to learn, create, experience, and appreciate the arts. Paint Creek Center for the Arts (PCCA) provides 300+ classes, workshops and camps annually; community-centered art exhibitions; and the Art & Apples Festival®. Located at 407 Pine Street in downtown Rochester, PCCA receives a portion of its funding from the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs and the National Endowment for the Arts. To learn more, call 248-651-4110 or visit www.pccart.org.
Purchase a School Yearbook
Yearbooks are on sale till the end of February.
You can purchase a yearbook online: Click here to purchase a yearbook.
The cost of the yearbook is $30.
Submit your photos for the yearbook
We want to feature your remote and virtual home learning space in our yearbook.
Take a picture of you in your learning space and follow the attached directions to upload your pictures.
Photo Upload Instructions
Yearbook questions?
Contact Mrs. Mainero
You can purchase a yearbook online: Click here to purchase a yearbook.
The cost of the yearbook is $30.
Submit your photos for the yearbook
We want to feature your remote and virtual home learning space in our yearbook.
Take a picture of you in your learning space and follow the attached directions to upload your pictures.
Photo Upload Instructions
Yearbook questions?
Contact Mrs. Mainero
RCS Online Learning Success tips
RCS 1:1 Device Pickup
If your child is in need of a device or hotspot for remote learning, please complete this Remote Learning Support Ticket. A member of our Tech Department will reach out to you about picking up the device or hotspot.
| Student device loan agreement.pdf |
GAP Program
Students may receive a total of five (5) points by the end of the 3rd marking period for community service. In order to receive five points, a student must accumulate 15 hours of community service. Signatures are required to verify your participation as well as a parent signature.
Community service is helpful work you do for members of your community or the community at large.
EXAMPLES:
MAKE CERTAIN your parents know what you are planning to do BEFORE you do it.
You may work on this goal all during the first three card marking periods.
Community service is helpful work you do for members of your community or the community at large.
- You should NOT be paid for this work.
- You must do the work under the supervision of, or with the approval, an adult. That adult should sign your form when you finish.
- Work done with a scout troop, church group, or other organization may count.
EXAMPLES:
- Rake leaves for an elderly neighbor.
- Clean up a local park.
- Help at a local soup kitchen.
- Baby sit (unpaid) at your church so adults can attend a service or meeting.
MAKE CERTAIN your parents know what you are planning to do BEFORE you do it.
You may work on this goal all during the first three card marking periods.
| gap_community_service_log_2020-21.pdf |
Click HERE to access the RCS Social-Emotional Resources Website
join the ptsa!
The PTSA Member Hub site is a one stop shop for PTSA Membership and Author in April information.
Click here to access the site: reuther.new.memberhub.store/store
Click here to access the site: reuther.new.memberhub.store/store
Counseling Department resources
Please check into these resources -- Mrs. Suhajda and Mrs. Prashar update them often!
Anyone can report tips about student safety, criminal activities or potential harm directed at students, school employees, or schools.
Tips can be submitted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
www.michigan.gov/ok2say
Tips can be submitted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
www.michigan.gov/ok2say
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