NEWSLETTER VOL. 8, ISS. 29
April 20th, 2023
IMPORTANT DATES:
April 20-23 - Spring Musical Les Miserables
April 21 - Kindness Week Assembly
April 25 - SAT (11th grade) & PSAT (10th grade) MAKE UP testing
April 25 - Cap & Gown and Grad order delivery during lunches for Seniors
April 26 - Secretarial/ Clerical support appreciation day
April 26 - PSAT (9th grade) & MSTEP MAKE UP testing
April 26 - Top Golf RCS Charity Golf Outing at 6pm
April 26 - Sparkle Awards at AHS at 7pm
April 27 - ACT Work Keys MAKE UP testing
May 1- 5 - sub appreciation week
May 02 - Teachers, Ancillary staff, & Counselors appreciation day
May 02 - Spring Vocal Concert at 7pm
May 03 - Smoothie Day (available for purchase in the cafeteria)
May 03- Spring Band Concert @ 7pm
May 04 - Honors Convocation at SCHS @ 7pm
May 5 - Nurses Appreciation Day
May 11 - Senior Exams (Hours 4-6)
May 12 - Senior Exams (Hours 1-3)
May 12 - Senior's Last Day & Senior Sunset @ 8pm
May 12 - Orchestra Concert @ 7pm
May 15 - Senior Check out (Last name A-G: 8-9am) (H-N: 9-10am) (O-Z: 10-11am) & Senior Walk (12:30p)
May 15 - Chamber Music Night on the hill
May 16 - PTSA Meeting @ 7pm
May 17- Senior Prom @ Palazzo Grande
May 19 - NO SCHOOL for student/ Professional Development for staff
May 24 - 8th Grade Visit
May 29 - NO SCHOOL
June 01 - Commencement @ 7pm/ SANP @11pm
June 01 - School Age Care appreciation day
April 21 - Kindness Week Assembly
April 25 - SAT (11th grade) & PSAT (10th grade) MAKE UP testing
April 25 - Cap & Gown and Grad order delivery during lunches for Seniors
April 26 - Secretarial/ Clerical support appreciation day
April 26 - PSAT (9th grade) & MSTEP MAKE UP testing
April 26 - Top Golf RCS Charity Golf Outing at 6pm
April 26 - Sparkle Awards at AHS at 7pm
April 27 - ACT Work Keys MAKE UP testing
May 1- 5 - sub appreciation week
May 02 - Teachers, Ancillary staff, & Counselors appreciation day
May 02 - Spring Vocal Concert at 7pm
May 03 - Smoothie Day (available for purchase in the cafeteria)
May 03- Spring Band Concert @ 7pm
May 04 - Honors Convocation at SCHS @ 7pm
May 5 - Nurses Appreciation Day
May 11 - Senior Exams (Hours 4-6)
May 12 - Senior Exams (Hours 1-3)
May 12 - Senior's Last Day & Senior Sunset @ 8pm
May 12 - Orchestra Concert @ 7pm
May 15 - Senior Check out (Last name A-G: 8-9am) (H-N: 9-10am) (O-Z: 10-11am) & Senior Walk (12:30p)
May 15 - Chamber Music Night on the hill
May 16 - PTSA Meeting @ 7pm
May 17- Senior Prom @ Palazzo Grande
May 19 - NO SCHOOL for student/ Professional Development for staff
May 24 - 8th Grade Visit
May 29 - NO SCHOOL
June 01 - Commencement @ 7pm/ SANP @11pm
June 01 - School Age Care appreciation day
class of 2023 senior newsletter
We are pleased to provide you with the Class of 2023 Senior Newsletter. This special edition should provide you with answers to many of your questions regarding upcoming senior events. This can also be found on our senior website as well and will be updated here when necessary. If you have any questions, please reach out to our senior advisor, Mrs. Cryderman.
SCHS Nominations for Sparkle awards
Congratulations! The following individuals have been nominated for a Sparkle Award from Stoney Creek High School. This means that these staff members/students have been exemplary in your support of a special education student in Rochester Community Schools. Please assist us in celebrating their awards in any way you see fit, such as publishing in school newsletters, morning announcements, etc.
- Jackie Hubar, Academic Center Paraeducator - [email protected]
- Sarah Millard, Yearbook Teacher- [email protected]
- Rebecca Riggs, Learning Consultants- [email protected]
- Heather Thomas, Honors LA Teacher- [email protected]
Topgolf Fore! SCS Student
Join us at TopGolf FORE! RCS Students next month Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 6 p.m.
All are invited to an all-inclusive, fun-filled evening contributing to a great cause, RCS STUDENTS! Guests will be able to golf for 3 hours, savor unlimited plates of delicious food and nonalcoholic beverages, and access to shop and meet local vendors with the opportunity to win fabulous prizes!
3 ways you can support:
Let’s golf, eat, shop and support RCS students together!
All are invited to an all-inclusive, fun-filled evening contributing to a great cause, RCS STUDENTS! Guests will be able to golf for 3 hours, savor unlimited plates of delicious food and nonalcoholic beverages, and access to shop and meet local vendors with the opportunity to win fabulous prizes!
3 ways you can support:
- Reserve a TABLE: Local vendors click here to showcase your business by reserving a table at the event! Think Sip, Savor and Shop but at TopGolf!
- Donate an IN-KIND Gift to BID for our amazing RCS kids!!
- The online auction returns and will be available for 10 days starting, Sunday, Apr. 16! The auction will conclude at TopGolf on Apr. 26. Click here to donate an in-kind gift for bids.
- JOIN US!
- Click here to join us for a great evening of fun, food, golf, shopping and fabulous prizes! Tickets starting at $50! Limited tickets! Don't miss out!
Let’s golf, eat, shop and support RCS students together!
Annual Online Auction
North Hill Elementary Graduates
Green Committee's recyclebank
Spring Theater
senior scholars list
Congratulations to our seniors who made the Scholars list for the class of 2023. These lists are preliminary of the seniors who, according to our records, have achieved one of the three levels of academic recognition. The senior recognition is based on:
- Weighted GPA and based on the end of first semester grades.
- Students completing and passing all AP courses counted toward recognition.
Please mark your calendars for the Honors Convocation on May 4th at 7pm.
Scholars of Achievement
Scholars of Distinction
Scholars of Highest Achievement
Scholars of Achievement
Scholars of Distinction
Scholars of Highest Achievement
Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test
RCS will be offering the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test on Saturday, May 20, from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m., at Rochester High School, to students interested in a military career or who need some additional career guidance.
Students may sign up by copying and pasting the following link in their browser: bit.ly/ASVABRCSdocs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeB1FwpQUD_QR2f3_6Umd1om9-HaD2LSYNipPtLgpmdMlVp-Q/viewform. The test will be proctored by military personnel with RCS staff in attendance. Once the results have been processed, the ASVAB summary sheets will be printed and returned to the school with a copy of the career guide for each participant.
Students may sign up by copying and pasting the following link in their browser: bit.ly/ASVABRCSdocs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeB1FwpQUD_QR2f3_6Umd1om9-HaD2LSYNipPtLgpmdMlVp-Q/viewform. The test will be proctored by military personnel with RCS staff in attendance. Once the results have been processed, the ASVAB summary sheets will be printed and returned to the school with a copy of the career guide for each participant.
psat schedule - october 12th
If you are interested in temporary summer maintenance, please apply here .
Summer Maintenance Help
credit by exam
Credit by Exam information for the spring testing is now available! Registration will be held April 1-28.
summer learning program
Registration for session 1 of the Summer Learning Program is now open!
Session 1: June 20 - June29
Registration for sessions 2 & 3 of the Summer Learning Program open on March 20th.
Session 2: July 5 - July 14
Session 3: July 17 - July 28 (online only)
In-person classes meet 7:30am - 2:30pm
Credit recovery courses for core classes for RCS students is free.
Tuition: $275 per course ($75 for students qualifying for free or reduced lunch)
Summer Music Theatre: June 13 - July 22 9:00am - 2:00pm
Tuition: TBD
Summer Learning Program Information Packet
Summer Learning Program Registration Page
Session 1: June 20 - June29
Registration for sessions 2 & 3 of the Summer Learning Program open on March 20th.
Session 2: July 5 - July 14
Session 3: July 17 - July 28 (online only)
In-person classes meet 7:30am - 2:30pm
Credit recovery courses for core classes for RCS students is free.
Tuition: $275 per course ($75 for students qualifying for free or reduced lunch)
Summer Music Theatre: June 13 - July 22 9:00am - 2:00pm
Tuition: TBD
Summer Learning Program Information Packet
Summer Learning Program Registration Page
Parent Advisory committee
NOw hiring!!
After School Tutoring
nhs tutoring
NHS students will be available several days a week before/after school for free tutoring in the Media Center.
Attendance
Our students’ attendance matters to us. We want and expect them to be here as much as possible. We value their presence, and their academic success is dependent on it. Organized or coordinated absences from school are not endorsed by Rochester Community Schools, for example “Senior Skip Days”. Students who decide to take part in these events will be responsible for all missed work and assessments that occur on that day. Teachers will be continuing instruction as normal.
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 Tieken 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 buses and authorized vehicles with permits only.
counseling
SENIORS AND FAMILIES - FAFSA: UNDERSTANDING YOUR AWARD LETTER WEBINARS
Students and families that have completed their FAFSA and have received their award letter from their chosen institutions are encouraged to register for an informational webinar provided by Michigan Department of Treasury's MI Student Aid team. Participants will be able to gather the following information:
Students and families that have completed their FAFSA and have received their award letter from their chosen institutions are encouraged to register for an informational webinar provided by Michigan Department of Treasury's MI Student Aid team. Participants will be able to gather the following information:
- How to compare college financial aid award letters
- Tools to help students/families make the best financial decision
- Better understand the individual scholarships, grants, and loans offered
- Scholarship search resources and easy to use budgeting tools
- Submit general aid related questions via Q&A and receive real-time answers
All sessions are free of charge and open to the public. Please register, as space is limited.
- April 27 6:30-7:30 pm
For more resources, visit Understanding Your Award Letter.
- Tools to help students/families make the best financial decision
- Better understand the individual scholarships, grants, and loans offered
- Scholarship search resources and easy to use budgeting tools
- Submit general aid related questions via Q&A and receive real-time answers
All sessions are free of charge and open to the public. Please register, as space is limited.
- April 27 6:30-7:30 pm
For more resources, visit Understanding Your Award Letter.
JUNIOR PARENT NIGHT
Before the holiday break we sent a post-secondary planning presentation to junior parents. There are buttons throughout the smore with recorded presentations concerning many important parts of junior and senior year topics. Junior students had the opportunity to meet with counselors to review and discuss this information as well as time to explore and research potential plans. If your student has questions or needs any support in the process, please encourage them to make an appointment with their counselor.
JUNIORS
For information on junior year and to find a student & parent checklist, visit the counseling smore.
SENIORS - COLLEGE APPLICATION PROCESS
For information and guidance on the college application process check out our smore.
FINANCIAL AID
Financial Aid is an important part of paying for college and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is open for the 2023-2024 school year, your senior's first year of college. We are grateful for Oakland University’s partnership and these other resources available as a free public service. Feel free to access further financial aid related information on this link.
CAREER CONNECTIONS NEWSLETTERS
Career Connections Newsletter - June 2022
Career Connections Newsletter - May 2022
Career Connections Newsletter - April 2022
Career Connections Newsletter - March 2022
Career Connections Newsletter - February 2022
Career Connections Newsletter - January 2022
Career Connections Newsletter - June 2022
Career Connections Newsletter - May 2022
Career Connections Newsletter - April 2022
Career Connections Newsletter - March 2022
Career Connections Newsletter - February 2022
Career Connections Newsletter - January 2022
music boosters
athletic boosters
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.
Class of 2023 information
upcoming Senior Dates
- Tuesday, April 25th - Cap & Gown distribution in cafeteria during all 3 lunches
- Thursday, May 4th – Honors Convocation at 7PM – students will have a run through during 3rd hour
- Friday, May 12th – Seniors last day
- Monday, May 15th – Senior Checkout and Senior walk during 5th hour
- Wednesday, May 17th – Prom
- Thursday, June 1st – Commencement at 7pm & Senior All Night Party
Senior all night party
The SCHS Senior All Night Party (SANP) happens on June 1, 2023 immediately following graduation. All seniors are invited and encouraged to attend! PARENTS - To learn more, please visit the SCHS Senior Information page at
https://schs.rochester.k12.mi.us/student-life/senior-information
or
join our Facebook Group at SCHS Class of 2023 SANP
or
follow us on Instagram at scallnightparty2023!
WE STILL NEED MANY ADULT VOLUNTEERS-NON-SENIOR PARENTS TOO!
Click here: 2023 SANP VOLUNTEERS
WE STILL HAVE SEVERAL ITEMS ON OUR WISH LIST - ARE YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW INTERESTED IN MAKING A DONATION? Click here: 2023 SANP DONATIONS or SCHS SANP AMAZON WISH LIST
THEN & NOW - THERE IS STILL TIME TO SEND IN YOUR PICS!
If you would like your senior’s pictures to be part of the "Then & Now" display at the Senior All Night Party, please submit 1 baby OR toddler photo (infant to 2 years old) AND 1 senior picture. Photos should be no smaller than wallet size (3x5) and no larger than 4x6. We do not have access to senior photos, therefore, you need to send one in order for your senior to be included. Photos will NOT be returned, so copies will be accepted. No digital copies!! Please write your child's first and last name on the back of both photos, place in an envelope marked "SANP Then & Now" and drop in the designated box in the SCHS Main Office.
Payment and Waiver links below - please complete both steps!
January 1,2023 - April 30, 2023: price $100
Prices go up May 1, 2023 to $125
There are 3 ways to pay:
● Use the Rochester Online Payment system (click HERE ) to submit your payment
● Have your student take the exact payment (Checks made payable to RCS) to the school office
● Mail the exact payment (Checks made payable to RCS) to: Stoney Creek High School Attn: SANP 575 E. Tienken Road Rochester Hills, MI 48306
● YOU MUST ALSO COMPLETE THE WAIVER ONLINE (click HERE)
https://schs.rochester.k12.mi.us/student-life/senior-information
or
join our Facebook Group at SCHS Class of 2023 SANP
or
follow us on Instagram at scallnightparty2023!
WE STILL NEED MANY ADULT VOLUNTEERS-NON-SENIOR PARENTS TOO!
Click here: 2023 SANP VOLUNTEERS
WE STILL HAVE SEVERAL ITEMS ON OUR WISH LIST - ARE YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW INTERESTED IN MAKING A DONATION? Click here: 2023 SANP DONATIONS or SCHS SANP AMAZON WISH LIST
THEN & NOW - THERE IS STILL TIME TO SEND IN YOUR PICS!
If you would like your senior’s pictures to be part of the "Then & Now" display at the Senior All Night Party, please submit 1 baby OR toddler photo (infant to 2 years old) AND 1 senior picture. Photos should be no smaller than wallet size (3x5) and no larger than 4x6. We do not have access to senior photos, therefore, you need to send one in order for your senior to be included. Photos will NOT be returned, so copies will be accepted. No digital copies!! Please write your child's first and last name on the back of both photos, place in an envelope marked "SANP Then & Now" and drop in the designated box in the SCHS Main Office.
Payment and Waiver links below - please complete both steps!
January 1,2023 - April 30, 2023: price $100
Prices go up May 1, 2023 to $125
There are 3 ways to pay:
● Use the Rochester Online Payment system (click HERE ) to submit your payment
● Have your student take the exact payment (Checks made payable to RCS) to the school office
● Mail the exact payment (Checks made payable to RCS) to: Stoney Creek High School Attn: SANP 575 E. Tienken Road Rochester Hills, MI 48306
● YOU MUST ALSO COMPLETE THE WAIVER ONLINE (click HERE)
cap & gown distribution/ordering
Josten's will be at Stoney Creek on April 25th during all 3 lunches to distribute caps & gowns and grad orders.
If you have not placed your order, visit the Jostens website. Your SCHS Jostens Store Home Page lists some of the available packages. You only need the basic package for graduation but Jostens offers many other packages and individual items for purchase. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Jostens at (248) 946-4670 or email Jostens.
If you are using a cap and gown from a previous graduate, you will only need to order a tassel and stole (scroll to the bottom of the webpage for the individual items).
If you have not placed your order, visit the Jostens website. Your SCHS Jostens Store Home Page lists some of the available packages. You only need the basic package for graduation but Jostens offers many other packages and individual items for purchase. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Jostens at (248) 946-4670 or email Jostens.
If you are using a cap and gown from a previous graduate, you will only need to order a tassel and stole (scroll to the bottom of the webpage for the individual items).
donation opportunities
If you are interested in donating to SCHS Care Cart, please click HERE. Our Care Cart is essential items for students in need.
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
Jason Kluzak, Assistant Principal
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
Jason Kluzak, Assistant Principal
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 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.
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.
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