S.C. Newsletter
Stoney Creek High School
NEWSLETTER VOL. 9, ISS. 20
november 17, 2023
IMPORTANT DATES:
November 22-26 - NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
November 27 - Virtual Financial Aid Night at 6:30pm (see registration info in Counseling Section)
November 27-29 - Winter Play Auditions
November 28th - Music Booster Meeting at 7pm
December 1 - Yearbook price increases to $80 - purchase now for the $75 rate!
December 4 - NO SCHOOL - Professional Development
November 27 - Virtual Financial Aid Night at 6:30pm (see registration info in Counseling Section)
November 27-29 - Winter Play Auditions
November 28th - Music Booster Meeting at 7pm
December 1 - Yearbook price increases to $80 - purchase now for the $75 rate!
December 4 - NO SCHOOL - Professional Development
student of the month
Congratulations to Kayla Nafso who was named Student of the Month! She was awarded a $10 gift certificate to the school store.
Students are nominated for student of the month by a Stoney staff member when they see a student portraying one of the Stoney Creek core values; Integrity, Respect, Kindness, Passion, and Perseverance. Teachers submit nominations and once a month we do a drawing for a student to win the $10 gift certificate to the school store.
Students are nominated for student of the month by a Stoney staff member when they see a student portraying one of the Stoney Creek core values; Integrity, Respect, Kindness, Passion, and Perseverance. Teachers submit nominations and once a month we do a drawing for a student to win the $10 gift certificate to the school store.
stoney creek giving tree
It’s that time of year when the Giving Tree will soon be up and fully decorated in the senior locker bank! Not only is the tree a sign that break is coming soon, but also a symbol of helping others in our own Stoney Creek family enjoy the holiday season.
Students and staff are welcome to visit our sign-up genius to select your gift card options. We request that all gift cards are returned by 3pm on December 13th so we have ample time to organize the donations for our families. When students return a gift card to the counseling office, they will be given a paper ornament on which they can write their family’s name and any kind words to receiving families. All ornaments will be hung on the Giving Tree in the senior locker bank to help decorate it for the holiday season.
If your family is in need this holiday and would benefit from our Stoney Creek Giving Tree, please fill out this confidential form or visit the counseling office to pick up a physical copy. The requests are due back to the counseling office on December 11th.
Let’s make this holiday great for every one of our Stoney Creek families!
Students and staff are welcome to visit our sign-up genius to select your gift card options. We request that all gift cards are returned by 3pm on December 13th so we have ample time to organize the donations for our families. When students return a gift card to the counseling office, they will be given a paper ornament on which they can write their family’s name and any kind words to receiving families. All ornaments will be hung on the Giving Tree in the senior locker bank to help decorate it for the holiday season.
If your family is in need this holiday and would benefit from our Stoney Creek Giving Tree, please fill out this confidential form or visit the counseling office to pick up a physical copy. The requests are due back to the counseling office on December 11th.
Let’s make this holiday great for every one of our Stoney Creek families!
Our first advisory period
Stoney Creek High School Parents/Caregivers,
In the past few years, the Stoney Creek High School staff have recognized that students are busier than ever. From academics to after school activities, students have a lot on their plates. We also understand that the next weeks of school bring about the challenges of final exam preparation and testing. After discussion, the concept of an Advisory period was proposed and approved by SCHS staff. We are looking forward to having our first Advisory period between 2nd and 3rd hours on Wednesday, November 29th. We plan to continue this pilot program for a total of five Wednesdays (12/6, 12/13, 12/20, and 1/10) at which time we will reassess the effectiveness of the program.
What is Advisory?
We believe that having this scheduled time during the day for additional academic support will allow students to experience more academic success while maintaining personal wellness. Please help your student plan how they can use this time most effectively.
If you have any questions about Advisory, please don’t hesitate to connect with our administration team. Mr. Shelson can be reached at 248-726-5701, Mr. Kluzak at 248-726-5719, or Mrs. Tocco at 248-726-5716.
Regards,
The SCHS Administration Team
In the past few years, the Stoney Creek High School staff have recognized that students are busier than ever. From academics to after school activities, students have a lot on their plates. We also understand that the next weeks of school bring about the challenges of final exam preparation and testing. After discussion, the concept of an Advisory period was proposed and approved by SCHS staff. We are looking forward to having our first Advisory period between 2nd and 3rd hours on Wednesday, November 29th. We plan to continue this pilot program for a total of five Wednesdays (12/6, 12/13, 12/20, and 1/10) at which time we will reassess the effectiveness of the program.
What is Advisory?
- Advisory is a 49 minute class period within the school day each Wednesday
- It will occur between 2nd and 3rd hour on these Wednesdays
- Other class periods will be shortened by approximately ten minutes on Wednesdays to accommodate for this class period (the alternate class schedule will be provided to students via teachers and posted inside the building)
- Complete homework
- Get extra help from a teacher
- Prepare for final exams
- Make up an assessment from an absence
- Retake an assessment, if available
- Contact teachers via email to arrange for absences, missing work completion, appointments, etc.
- Obtain information regarding college/career plans, prepare for the SAT, or any other academic pursuit
We believe that having this scheduled time during the day for additional academic support will allow students to experience more academic success while maintaining personal wellness. Please help your student plan how they can use this time most effectively.
If you have any questions about Advisory, please don’t hesitate to connect with our administration team. Mr. Shelson can be reached at 248-726-5701, Mr. Kluzak at 248-726-5719, or Mrs. Tocco at 248-726-5716.
Regards,
The SCHS Administration Team
exam for credit registration is open
Rochester Community Schools establishes semi-annual dates for implementing the District's Exam for Credit procedures. Winter testing is for all one-semester courses, such as Health, PE, Economics, Government, and some elective courses. Students interested in taking a one-semester exam for credit can register now.
Registration is open from November 1 - December 1. Click here to fill out the registration google form. For more information on the program, click here.
Testing will be on December 20th at Adams High School starting at 3pm.
Registration is open from November 1 - December 1. Click here to fill out the registration google form. For more information on the program, click here.
Testing will be on December 20th at Adams High School starting at 3pm.
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Student Council Canned Food Drive Information
Thank you to everyone that donated to our annual canned food drive for the Rochester Area Neighborhood House to help people in our community have items they need for the holiday season.
If you would still like to donate, we are accepting online cash donations! If you would like to donate online, you can do so by accessing this link https://rochesteronline.ce.eleyo.com/course/3365/school-event-fees-2023-2024/schs-can-food-drive-2023
If you would still like to donate, we are accepting online cash donations! If you would like to donate online, you can do so by accessing this link https://rochesteronline.ce.eleyo.com/course/3365/school-event-fees-2023-2024/schs-can-food-drive-2023
ASVAB Test
rcs wellness dogs - support the dogs!
schs ski & snowboard club
counseling
IMPORTANT FAFSA UPDATE
There are major changes and improvements coming to the 2024–25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form. As a result, the new form will be available in December 2023, not Oct. 1.
The launch date will apply only for the 2024–25 FAFSA form.
The changes to the FAFSA form for the 2024–25 aid year include
- expanded eligibility for federal student aid and
- a more streamlined application process.
For more information, visit: https://studentaid.gov/announcements-events/december-fafsa
FINANCIAL AID
It's almost time for seniors to fill out the "Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)" starting in December. Check out a newsletter devoted specifically to Financial Aid.
The district is also providing a financial aid night (see below). Registration is required!
The district is also providing a financial aid night (see below). Registration is required!
If you are unable to attend the RCS Financial Aid Night, Oakland University provides excellent virtual presentations to help senior families understand the FAFSA process.
FAFSA Small Group Workshops are available to allow multiple students and their parents (when applicable) to get help completing the FAFSA; private breakout rooms are utilized if you have a personal question or need to share your screen privately.
To get help completing a 2023-2024 FAFSA, register for one of these presentations:
FAFSA Small Group Workshops are available to allow multiple students and their parents (when applicable) to get help completing the FAFSA; private breakout rooms are utilized if you have a personal question or need to share your screen privately.
To get help completing a 2023-2024 FAFSA, register for one of these presentations:
JUNIORS
The counselors met with juniors to go over very important information for junior year. We encourage all juniors and their parents to visit our Junior Student & Parent Checklist smore for all of the information.
SENIORS
The first deadline for college applications has now passed. If you are still planning to apply to more colleges/universities, please continue working on your Common App and/or individual institution applications, requesting transcripts as needed, and making sure you have everything complete. If you have questions, schedule an appointment with your counselor ASAP.
Feel free to visit our smore for more information: College Application Process smore .
The counselors met with juniors to go over very important information for junior year. We encourage all juniors and their parents to visit our Junior Student & Parent Checklist smore for all of the information.
SENIORS
The first deadline for college applications has now passed. If you are still planning to apply to more colleges/universities, please continue working on your Common App and/or individual institution applications, requesting transcripts as needed, and making sure you have everything complete. If you have questions, schedule an appointment with your counselor ASAP.
Feel free to visit our smore for more information: College Application Process smore .
ptsa
ostc career night
yearbooks on sale for the 2023-24 school year
Yearbooks are on sale at www.yearbookforever.com for $75 (price increases to $80 on December 1st). The final deadline to order a yearbook is February 4, 2024.
Senior yearbook ads can be purchased at www.yearbookforever.com through January 28, 2024. Due to printing deadlines, no orders will be accepted after that date. Photos and text must be uploaded at time of purchase. Please include photos of both horizontal and vertical orientations. Once photos and text are uploaded, the yearbook staff will design the ad and send a proof home to parents through the email provided on the order form. Proofs will go home mid-February. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Millard.
Senior yearbook ads can be purchased at www.yearbookforever.com through January 28, 2024. Due to printing deadlines, no orders will be accepted after that date. Photos and text must be uploaded at time of purchase. Please include photos of both horizontal and vertical orientations. Once photos and text are uploaded, the yearbook staff will design the ad and send a proof home to parents through the email provided on the order form. Proofs will go home mid-February. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Millard.
music boosters
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We would love to have you join us at our music booster meetings. Please email secretary@schsmusic.com for location information. Anyone is welcome to attend!
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athletic boosters
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All are invited to attend the Athletic Boosters Meetings held in the staff lounge. Scheduled Meeting Dates:
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schs senior information
Looking for the most up to date information on all things senior year? Checkout the senior page on the SCHS website. We will update this page regularly with all information pertaining to senior year. Bookmark it and check back often!
Senior all night party
We now have information available for the Senior All Night Party! Register early for the best price and sign up for your volunteer position!
Senior parents, want updates on the SANP and other senior events? Join the Parent Remind Group:
Send a text to 81010
Last Name A-E: @parent24ae
Last Name F-J: @parent24fj
Last Name K-O: @parent24ko
Last Name P-T: @parent24pt
Last Name U-Z: @parent24uz
Senior parents, want updates on the SANP and other senior events? Join the Parent Remind Group:
Send a text to 81010
Last Name A-E: @parent24ae
Last Name F-J: @parent24fj
Last Name K-O: @parent24ko
Last Name P-T: @parent24pt
Last Name U-Z: @parent24uz
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senior photos class of 2024
All seniors must get their YEARBOOK PHOTO taken through Prestige Portraits. This service is free of charge to every single student. This procedure is not only equitable for ALL students, it streamlines the process for parents, students, and the yearbook advisor. In addition, ALL students in the class of 2024 will be included on the class composite as a result of using Prestige.
The yearbook and composite photos were taken August 16-18. If your senior missed their appointment, you can schedule an appointment at one of Prestige’s studios by visiting www.prestigeportraits.com/studio or calling 517-349-1703 to set up an appointment. The closest studio to Rochester is the Shelby Township studio. The deadline to be photographed outside of our scheduled on-site dates is October 14, 2023. Due to yearbook printing deadlines, any student that does not meet that deadline will not be included in the senior section of the yearbook.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Millard at smillard@rcs-k12.us.
The yearbook and composite photos were taken August 16-18. If your senior missed their appointment, you can schedule an appointment at one of Prestige’s studios by visiting www.prestigeportraits.com/studio or calling 517-349-1703 to set up an appointment. The closest studio to Rochester is the Shelby Township studio. The deadline to be photographed outside of our scheduled on-site dates is October 14, 2023. Due to yearbook printing deadlines, any student that does not meet that deadline will not be included in the senior section of the yearbook.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Millard at smillard@rcs-k12.us.
senior yearbook ads
Senior yearbook ads can be purchased at www.yearbookforever.com through January 28, 2024. Due to printing deadlines, no orders will be accepted after that date. Photos and text must be uploaded at time of purchase. Please include photos of both horizontal and vertical orientations. Once photos and text are uploaded, the yearbook staff will design the ad and send a proof home to parents through the email provided on the order form. Proofs will go home mid-February. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Millard.
Tickets to all athletic events will now be purchased electronically through GoFan.
Anyone attending an athletic event needs to buy their tickets on GoFan. Ticket packages are available on the site.
STUDENT PICK UP AFTER SCHOOL / PARKING
As a reminder at the end of the school day, students must be picked up in the parent loop on the south end of the school off Tienken Road. If the student can not be picked up in the loop, please park in the Junior or senior lots by the auditorium or the pool. Please do not pick students up on the north end of school. The loop is reserved for busses and authorized vehicles with permits only.
SAFETY AND SECURITY
SAFETY AND SECURITY IS A TOP PRIORITY!
The safety and security of all students and staff at Stoney Creek is always a top priority. To help us in these efforts, please see the information below:
The safety and security of all students and staff at Stoney Creek is always a top priority. To help us in these efforts, please see the information below:
- Students can enter through 3 entrances: the Main Doors, the Athletics Doors, and the Auditorium Doors.
- Campus will remain closed throughout the school day. All grades will have lunch on campus.
- Students are NOT to utilize fast food delivery services. For example, DoorDash, Grub Hub, Instacart, or Uber Eats, etc. for food delivery.
- If students are traveling to other campuses throughout the day, they are asked to check out of SCHS in the Attendance Office and check back in when they return.
- Students are encouraged to utilize their assigned lockers to minimize their belongings in the classroom.
If you see something, say something. Please report all safety and security concerns to the Main Office Staff or to Officer Drehmer.
work permits
Students can obtain a work permit in the counseling office as well as in the vestibule outside of the main office. Make sure to choose the appropriate form (there is a form for UNDER 16 and a separate form for 16 & 17 year olds).
Complete Section I, have your employer complete Section II, then bring back to SCHS to be completed (if a parent is bringing the form for their student, we will need a photo ID of the student in order to complete the work permit). Work permits are completed between the hours of 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Complete Section I, have your employer complete Section II, then bring back to SCHS to be completed (if a parent is bringing the form for their student, we will need a photo ID of the student in order to complete the work permit). Work permits are completed between the hours of 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Monday-Friday.
free meals program
my school bucks
Rochester Community School operates its meal program using Point of Sale Computers (POS). Our computers are capable of tracking all pre-paid lunch sales. In addition, you may view a detailed account of what meals or snack your child has purchased and your account balance by creating an account on https://www.myschoolbucks.com . This is a free service for the convenience of our parents. If you child receives free or reduced price meals, rest assured they will not be identified in front of others.
If your student qualifies for free/reduced lunch, students are required to enroll yearly. You can apply by clicking here.
If your student qualifies for free/reduced lunch, students are required to enroll yearly. You can apply by clicking here.
Rochester Community Schools believes that an important foundation for successful teaching and learning includes the need to feel safe, valued, and respected. To that end, Stoney Creek High School will be participating in No Place for Hate®.
To learn more about No Place for Hate, or to access family resources on challenging bullying and bias, please go to: https://www.adl.org/education-and-resources/resources-for-educators-parents-families.
To learn more about No Place for Hate, or to access family resources on challenging bullying and bias, please go to: https://www.adl.org/education-and-resources/resources-for-educators-parents-families.
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