S.C. Newsletter
Stoney Creek High School
NEWSLETTER VOL. 8, ISS. 7
september 23, 2022
IMPORTANT DATES:
September 23 - Homecoming Game
September 24 - Homecoming Dance
September 28 - Parent/Teacher Conferences in-person 3:30-6:30pm (information coming soon)
September 29 - Virtual Senior Financial Aid Night (for senior parents only)
October 12 - PSAT/NMSQT for 11th grade only
(9th, 10th, & 12th grade school day info coming soon)
October 13 - Parent/Teacher Conferences virtually 5-8pm (information coming soon)
October 13 - Picture RETAKE day Kaiser Studio (photo code: 22STONEY23)
October 25 - College Night at RHS
September 24 - Homecoming Dance
September 28 - Parent/Teacher Conferences in-person 3:30-6:30pm (information coming soon)
September 29 - Virtual Senior Financial Aid Night (for senior parents only)
October 12 - PSAT/NMSQT for 11th grade only
(9th, 10th, & 12th grade school day info coming soon)
October 13 - Parent/Teacher Conferences virtually 5-8pm (information coming soon)
October 13 - Picture RETAKE day Kaiser Studio (photo code: 22STONEY23)
October 25 - College Night at RHS
Parent/teacher conferences
Dear Parents,
We are pleased to announce that parent-teacher conferences will be conducted in-person and virtually. Parents will have the ability to preschedule conferences in ParentVUE, rather than waiting in line to see a teacher.
The fall parent-teacher conferences are scheduled as follows:
Families will have the ability to schedule meetings beginning on September 21, up until the evening of conferences. If parents are planning to see multiple teachers, we recommend leaving 5-10 minutes between scheduled appointments to join the next meeting.
In order to schedule appointments, it is important for parents to be able to successfully login to ParentVUE. You may use either the ParentVUE mobile app or visit https://rcsvue.rochester.k12.mi.us
If a parent is having difficulties with their ParentVUE login, they can email ParentVUE support at rcsvuehelp@rochester.k12.mi.us.
We are pleased to announce that parent-teacher conferences will be conducted in-person and virtually. Parents will have the ability to preschedule conferences in ParentVUE, rather than waiting in line to see a teacher.
The fall parent-teacher conferences are scheduled as follows:
- High School – In-person September 28 (3:30-6:30pm) & Virtually October 13 (5:00-8:00pm)
- Middle School – In-person September 29 (3:30-6:30pm) & Virtually October 12 (5:00-8:00pm)
Families will have the ability to schedule meetings beginning on September 21, up until the evening of conferences. If parents are planning to see multiple teachers, we recommend leaving 5-10 minutes between scheduled appointments to join the next meeting.
In order to schedule appointments, it is important for parents to be able to successfully login to ParentVUE. You may use either the ParentVUE mobile app or visit https://rcsvue.rochester.k12.mi.us
If a parent is having difficulties with their ParentVUE login, they can email ParentVUE support at rcsvuehelp@rochester.k12.mi.us.
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M-Step scores
On, Friday, September 23, 2022 freshmen & seniors will receive the M-STEP parent report of their child’s scores from spring 2022. This report shares useful information relating to how your child tested during the spring testing cycle.
Please ask your freshman/senior to share this report with you. Also, ensure you take time to go over this with your student. If you have any questions, please reach out to our counseling department or visit the parent/student section at www.michigan.gov/mstep.
Please ask your freshman/senior to share this report with you. Also, ensure you take time to go over this with your student. If you have any questions, please reach out to our counseling department or visit the parent/student section at www.michigan.gov/mstep.
Dear Parents/Caregivers,
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®, a national program that supports schools in their commitment to honor diversity, promote respect for differences, challenge bias, and prevent bullying at all levels.
No Place for Hate was developed by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), a leading anti-hate organization that has worked for more than a century to “secure justice and fair treatment to all.” No Place for Hate will help RCS incorporate valuable resources into existing programs to have one consistent message of inclusivity.
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.
If you have questions about No Place for Hate, please contact the Stoney Creek High School administrative team. With your help, we will continue to ensure that our school community is a safe and welcoming space for all.
Sincerely,
Stoney Creek Administrative Team
Brian Shelson, Principal
Beth Tocco, Assistant Principal
Donald Maskill, Assistant Principal
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®, a national program that supports schools in their commitment to honor diversity, promote respect for differences, challenge bias, and prevent bullying at all levels.
No Place for Hate was developed by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), a leading anti-hate organization that has worked for more than a century to “secure justice and fair treatment to all.” No Place for Hate will help RCS incorporate valuable resources into existing programs to have one consistent message of inclusivity.
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.
If you have questions about No Place for Hate, please contact the Stoney Creek High School administrative team. With your help, we will continue to ensure that our school community is a safe and welcoming space for all.
Sincerely,
Stoney Creek Administrative Team
Brian Shelson, Principal
Beth Tocco, Assistant Principal
Donald Maskill, Assistant Principal
congratulations to our
national merit scholars
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homecoming
The Homecoming dance will be held on Saturday, September 24th at Stoney Creek from 7:00-10:00 in the Main Gym. Tickets for the dance are $25 and are sold during all three lunches. Students will need their student IDs to purchase a ticket, and IDs will be needed to enter the dance. Stoney Creek students are allowed to bring one guest to the dance. For guest information and the application please click here. Guest applications must be submitted prior to purchasing a dance ticket.
The PTSA is still looking for volunteers to help make this Homecoming a success. If you’re available to help with coat check or with donating refreshments please volunteer using the sign-ups below:
Homecoming Dance Coat Check: VOLUNTEER
Homecoming Dance Refreshments: DONATE
Any additional updates about Homecoming will be shared in our daily announcements and through our Student Council media pages. Please follow us for more updates and announcements (Instagram: schscouncil; Twitter: @stoneycouncil; Facebook: Stoney Creek StuCo ).
For any specific questions please e-mail Student Council adviser Katie Antrup
The PTSA is still looking for volunteers to help make this Homecoming a success. If you’re available to help with coat check or with donating refreshments please volunteer using the sign-ups below:
Homecoming Dance Coat Check: VOLUNTEER
Homecoming Dance Refreshments: DONATE
Any additional updates about Homecoming will be shared in our daily announcements and through our Student Council media pages. Please follow us for more updates and announcements (Instagram: schscouncil; Twitter: @stoneycouncil; Facebook: Stoney Creek StuCo ).
For any specific questions please e-mail Student Council adviser Katie Antrup
yearbooks
2023 Yearbooks are on sale now! The cost of a yearbook is $75. Order online today at www.yearbookforever.com
2022 Spring Supplements are available (free of charge) in the front vestibule or in Mrs. Millard's room (C284) during lunch.
Yearbooks from the 2021-22 school year are still available in the main office.
Not sure if your child ordered one? Go to www.yearbookforever.com and do an order look up.
2022 Spring Supplements are available (free of charge) in the front vestibule or in Mrs. Millard's room (C284) during lunch.
Yearbooks from the 2021-22 school year are still available in the main office.
Not sure if your child ordered one? Go to www.yearbookforever.com and do an order look up.
EXCHANGE STUDENT HOST NEEDED
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Information for the rescheduled PTSA meeting will be available soon. Our theme is Safety and our Police Liaison Officer Drehmer will be joining us. Meet other Stoney families and staff and get your questions answered! |
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homecoming help needed
The Homecoming Dance is Saturday, September 24th. SCHS PTSA is looking for refreshment donations and volunteers. Please use the links below. Thanks in advance for your donation and time!
Homecoming Dance Refreshments: DONATIONS
Homecoming Dance Refreshments: VOLUNTEERS
Homecoming Dance Refreshments: DONATIONS
Homecoming Dance Refreshments: VOLUNTEERS
student artwork needed!
Wanted: Original student artwork for the front cover of the 2022-2023 SCHS Concert Program!
Please submit digital files at least 2500 x 3300 pixels or 8.5 x 11" at 300 resolution. Portrait orientation in full color. PDF or JPEG. No flattened layers
Please include the following text:
-2022-2023 Concert Season
-Stoney Creek High School and Hart Middle School Departments of Music
-Celebrating 20 years of Artistry
Submit to Elise Faurote by September 23rd.
The winning submission will be chosen based on creativity, related content and parameters met, and ability to transfer to print. The winner will have their artwork on the cover of every band, choir and orchestra performance for the 2022-2023 year!
Please submit digital files at least 2500 x 3300 pixels or 8.5 x 11" at 300 resolution. Portrait orientation in full color. PDF or JPEG. No flattened layers
Please include the following text:
-2022-2023 Concert Season
-Stoney Creek High School and Hart Middle School Departments of Music
-Celebrating 20 years of Artistry
Submit to Elise Faurote by September 23rd.
The winning submission will be chosen based on creativity, related content and parameters met, and ability to transfer to print. The winner will have their artwork on the cover of every band, choir and orchestra performance for the 2022-2023 year!
Class of 2023 information
senior yearbook ads
Senior Yearbook Ads are on sale. Orders can be placed at www.yearbookforever.com. The deadline to order is Friday, January 27th, 2023. Photos and text are due at the time order is placed. Please read the instructions for photo quantity when choosing a size. If possible, submit both photo orientations - horizontal and vertical. Once your child’s ad is designed, a proof will be emailed home to the email indicated on the order. If you have any questions or need any assistance, please contact Mrs. Millard.
senior photos
All seniors for the class of 2023 must get their YEARBOOK PHOTO taken by Prestige Portraits. This procedure is not only equitable for ALL students, it streamlines the process for parents, students, and the yearbook advisor. This service is free of charge to every single student. In addition, ALL students in the class of 2023 will be included on the class composite as a result of using Prestige.
Students must have their yearbook photo taken by November 5, 2022 in studio (see address below). Once the photos are processed, students/parents will have the ability to choose their preferred photo by November 24, 2022 and then Prestige will send the digital file to Stoney Creek High School for inclusion in the yearbook and on class composite. There is nothing else that the student (or parent) needs to do to appear in the yearbook or on the class composite.
Please remember that this is a formal section of the yearbook. Students should be in a shirt and tie, dress, sweater, or blouse. All clothing needs to meet these specifications and the RCS dress code policy. If you need help obtaining proper attire, or you need more information regarding attire, please contact Mrs. Millard.
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 also be offering significant discounts for other senior picture packages as well.
Please go online at http://www.prestigeportraits.com/studio to make your child’s senior portrait appointment as soon as possible (if a “yearbook only - free” choice is not available during online scheduling, choose the “basic session”– the fee will be waived once you are at the studio). You may also call to make the appointment (see phone number below).
The deadline to be photographed in order to appear in the yearbook is November 5, 2022. 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 Mrs. Millard.
Students must have their yearbook photo taken by November 5, 2022 in studio (see address below). Once the photos are processed, students/parents will have the ability to choose their preferred photo by November 24, 2022 and then Prestige will send the digital file to Stoney Creek High School for inclusion in the yearbook and on class composite. There is nothing else that the student (or parent) needs to do to appear in the yearbook or on the class composite.
Please remember that this is a formal section of the yearbook. Students should be in a shirt and tie, dress, sweater, or blouse. All clothing needs to meet these specifications and the RCS dress code policy. If you need help obtaining proper attire, or you need more information regarding attire, please contact Mrs. Millard.
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 also be offering significant discounts for other senior picture packages as well.
Please go online at http://www.prestigeportraits.com/studio to make your child’s senior portrait appointment as soon as possible (if a “yearbook only - free” choice is not available during online scheduling, choose the “basic session”– the fee will be waived once you are at the studio). You may also call to make the appointment (see phone number below).
The deadline to be photographed in order to appear in the yearbook is November 5, 2022. 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 Mrs. Millard.
senior all night party
The 2023 SCHS SANP will be held on June 1st at Stoney Creek High School. The ticket includes food, games, and entertainment. The party begins at 11 pm, after the Graduation ceremony, and continues until 4:30 am the following morning. There will be no admittance after midnight and NO refunds. If your student registers for the party and does not arrive by Midnight, the person listed as the emergency contact below will be notified. This is RCS policy.
Tickets are now on sale!
August 1 - December 31: cost is $80
January 1 - April 30: cost $100
May 1 - May 19: cost $125
Tickets are non-refundable. No tickets are distributed; student’s name will appear on a registered student list at check-in.
Students need to complete the waiver and make payment online or send the signed waiver form with attached payment/proof of online payment to:
SCHS SANP
6755 Sheldon Rd.
Rochester Hills, MI 48306
Tickets are now on sale!
August 1 - December 31: cost is $80
January 1 - April 30: cost $100
May 1 - May 19: cost $125
Tickets are non-refundable. No tickets are distributed; student’s name will appear on a registered student list at check-in.
Students need to complete the waiver and make payment online or send the signed waiver form with attached payment/proof of online payment to:
SCHS SANP
6755 Sheldon Rd.
Rochester Hills, MI 48306
counseling
JUNIORS
The counselors visited 11th grade students in their Social Studies classrooms this week to discuss a lot of important information for junior year. Parents and students should visit the smore for important details and to see the student & parent checklist.
SENIORS
The counselors recently met with the senior class to discuss post-secondary planning. They were provided a lot of information on the college application process. The students were given an appointment date and time (in September) to meet one-on-one with their counselor to discuss any questions they may have and provide guidance on the college application process. We encourage parents to look at the smore with their senior prior to their appointment and bring any questions/concerns with them to the meeting.
VIRTUAL FINANCIAL AID PRESENTATION FOR SENIOR PARENTS
September 29th at 7:00 pm
RCS high school counselors welcome Financial Aid Outreach Advisors from Oakland University's Student Financial Services. Please join OU for a virtual presentation on the different types of financial aid, the financial aid application process (FAFSA) and scholarships.
Register in advance for this presentation using this link!
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Presentation materials:
- Presentation Outline
- FSA ID and FAFSA Worksheet
- Federal Student Aid
- State of Michigan Aid
If you are unable to attend the Financial Aid Presentation on Sept. 29th please check other opportunities here.
See link for more details. www.smore.com/sjwgy
COLLEGE NIGHT
October 25th 6:00-7:30
Save the date! Representatives from numerous colleges and universities will be available to provide information about their school and answer questions. All students and parents are welcome! The event is being held at Rochester High School this year.
COLLEGE VISITS
Stoney Creek welcomes many college representatives to visit our juniors and seniors throughout the fall. Students learn about the school of interest and have a representative available to answer questions they may have about the college/university. Students can access our google form to sign up using their RCS email address and receive a pass to attend the presentation.
The counselors visited 11th grade students in their Social Studies classrooms this week to discuss a lot of important information for junior year. Parents and students should visit the smore for important details and to see the student & parent checklist.
SENIORS
The counselors recently met with the senior class to discuss post-secondary planning. They were provided a lot of information on the college application process. The students were given an appointment date and time (in September) to meet one-on-one with their counselor to discuss any questions they may have and provide guidance on the college application process. We encourage parents to look at the smore with their senior prior to their appointment and bring any questions/concerns with them to the meeting.
VIRTUAL FINANCIAL AID PRESENTATION FOR SENIOR PARENTS
September 29th at 7:00 pm
RCS high school counselors welcome Financial Aid Outreach Advisors from Oakland University's Student Financial Services. Please join OU for a virtual presentation on the different types of financial aid, the financial aid application process (FAFSA) and scholarships.
Register in advance for this presentation using this link!
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Presentation materials:
- Presentation Outline
- FSA ID and FAFSA Worksheet
- Federal Student Aid
- State of Michigan Aid
If you are unable to attend the Financial Aid Presentation on Sept. 29th please check other opportunities here.
See link for more details. www.smore.com/sjwgy
COLLEGE NIGHT
October 25th 6:00-7:30
Save the date! Representatives from numerous colleges and universities will be available to provide information about their school and answer questions. All students and parents are welcome! The event is being held at Rochester High School this year.
COLLEGE VISITS
Stoney Creek welcomes many college representatives to visit our juniors and seniors throughout the fall. Students learn about the school of interest and have a representative available to answer questions they may have about the college/university. Students can access our google form to sign up using their RCS email address and receive a pass to attend the presentation.
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student wellness
Here at SCHS we want to promote and support resiliency in our students. We will be sharing a variety of whole student wellness and well-being strategies.
Caring for your physical health includes having healthy routines that support quality sleep, proper nutrition, exercise and technology parameters.
Focus on Sleep: Establishing healthy sleep routines is so important and is a crucial part of our physical, emotional and mental health. Poor sleep negatively impacts our focus, concentration, mood and energy. Here are some tips and strategies for healthy teen sleep routines
Sleep Foundation- teens and sleep
Better Health Channel-teenagers and sleep
University of Michigan Health- 10 tips to help your teen sleep better
Focus on Sleep: Establishing healthy sleep routines is so important and is a crucial part of our physical, emotional and mental health. Poor sleep negatively impacts our focus, concentration, mood and energy. Here are some tips and strategies for healthy teen sleep routines
Sleep Foundation- teens and sleep
Better Health Channel-teenagers and sleep
University of Michigan Health- 10 tips to help your teen sleep better
The Stoney Creek Media Center is in the process of updating our book collection. We are developing a graphic novel section and updating our fiction and non-fiction titles. If you would like to support our efforts, please visit our Amazon book wish list.
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safety and security update
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 2 entrances: the Main Doors and the Athletics 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.
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.
work permits
You 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.
RAHCC looking for volunteers
The Rochester Auburn Hills Community Coalition (RAHCC) Youth Action Council is looking for middle and high school students to volunteer for community events all year long. Students will gain leadership skills, earn community service hours and help make a difference. The RAHCC supports mental health, builds awareness about substance misuse, and encourages healthy lifestyle choices through programming in the schools and throughout the community. The Coalition also awards a scholarship to deserving students. If interested, please send an email with your name, grade (in the fall) and school to: Mrs. Schurman, Community Outreach Coordinator for Rochester Community Schools.
cs.rahccmi@gmail.com
cs.rahccmi@gmail.com
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