Rockport Middle/High School

Happy Friday, RMHS Students & Families,

This past week was another exciting one at RMHS with so much to celebrate. We began the weekend/week with three amazing performances of 'Working' as the RHS Drama Llamas blew us away with their theatrical talents. The cast and crew were phenomenal, entertaining us all throughout the weekend.

The Varsity Girls' and Boys' soccer teams competed at home for the first game at the state tournament level of competition this past Wednesday. ⚽🎉 We are excited and proud to congratulate both teams on winning their first round games and we wish them luck as they head into the next stage of competition!

RMS students will meet with Angela Lee, Director of 'Love is Respect', this coming Thursday, November 13th during the school day to learn more about forging healthy relationships in the age of social media. Families and community members of all ages are invited to attend the evening event hosted at Brackett's Oceanview at 5:30 pm. Light appetizers will be served. A huge thank you to the Brackett's family for hosting this important event. We hope to see you all there!

Report cards were released to students this afternoon (Friday, November 7th). All grades are posted in Aspen and RMS students received a printed copy as well. Any high school student who would like a printed copy of their report card can obtain one by reaching out to Ms. Lucido in the main office (clucido@rpk12.org). If you have questions about your child's progress, please email their teachers directly.

A reminder that there is no school this coming Tuesday, November 11th in honor of Veteran's Day. A special note of recognition and gratitude to all the people who have served in our armed forces in honor of our country.

Here's to a great week ahead!😀

-Ms. Rose

Amy Rose, Principal

Tuesday, November 11th: No School (Veteran's Day)

Wednesday, November 12th: Sports Awards @ 6 pm in the Auditorium

Thursday, November 13th: Healthy Relationships in the World of Social Media - MS Student Presentation (9:15 am - 10:15am). Family presentation will be held that night at Brackett's Oceanview Restaurant (see flyer below for more details).

In partnership with BLOOM, the Rockport Public Schools is proud to sponsor a workshop this coming, Thursday, November 13th. Middle school students will hear from the presenter that day, and families are of all ages are encouraged to attend to learn more about this important topic. Light appetizers will be provided. A huge thank you to Brackett's Oceanview Restaurant for hosting this important event for our families and the local community.

Tuesday, November 18th: Parent/Family Winter Athlete Session @ 5pm in the Auditorium

Wednesday, November 26th: 1/2 Day before the Thanksgiving Holiday

Tuesday, December 2nd: 1/2 Day for Students

Monday, December 8th: RHS Career Day 8:00 am -10:45 am

Tuesday, December 23rd: 1/2 Day before the Holiday Vacation

Monday, January 5th: Welcome Back after the Vacation!

Monday, January 19th: No School (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day)

Friday, January 30th: RMS Spelling Bee 7:45am-10:00am

Tuesday, February 3rd: 1/2 Day Kids, PD for Staff

Friday, February 13th: 1/2 day for Students and Staff before Winter Break

Monday, February 16th - Friday, February 20th: Winter Break

Monday, February 23rd: Welcome Back after Winter Break

The Rockport Public Schools are collecting non-perishable items for the Food Drive till November 26th. This is a spirit challenge among the grades. Middle school students can bring items to their A block class. High school students can bring items to the math office.

Being in school and on time are extremely important to your child's success. When students attend school regularly and arrive on time, they stay engaged in their learning, build strong relationships, and develop solid study habits. Please help us by making sure your child gets to school on time each day. The cafeteria and library are open at 7:00 am and free breakfast is available in the cafeteria for all students. The main hallways and classrooms open at 7:25 am.

Students with more than three unexcused tardies in a quarter will be required to make up the time on learning after school. Mr. Parisi sent a notice to impacted students and families this past week and students will be expected to make up the time beginning on Wednesday, October 15th. Students are also ineligible to participate in after-school activities if they are chronically tardy. We appreciate the family support in making on-time attendance a priority.

Rockport High School DECA program is organizing Career Day this year for RHS high school students. The date is December 8th from 8-10:30AM. Takes place at the high school

If you are interested in being a presenter, please fill out the registration form using the link below. Questions? Email slarsen@rpk12.org

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdOr3Ee1wyeHodMCXNKFXXF5fL-qbIknBmsBQHcOW4tKOQcbw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=111598024687589058164

The Rockport DECA Chapter will be selling blankets starting next month in time for the holiday season!

These blankets are 50 X 60 and are super soft. Cost will be $32

Stay tuned for ordering information

Don't forget we do have the online store continuing and we get a percentage of each sale to our DECA chapter

https://rockport-high-school-gear-shop.checkoutstores.com/

Everyone is welcome!! No signing up, come when you need to, and leave when you are done !!

Morning hours: 6:30-7:25 Monday- Friday

Afternoon hours: 2:10-3:00 Monday - Thursday

If you have any questions or concerns, please email me, Michelle, at melwell@rpk12.org

The Viking Vibes are read each morning as part of the morning announcements. They include information about upcoming clubs, athletic or events that may be of interest throughout the year.

Seniors:

• Guidance has received a few scholarships that fall outside of our normal scholarship program. Seniors are welcome to check out the binder in Guidance.

Juniors & Seniors:

• November is the last month for college admission representatives visiting RHS Guidance this year. The number of students attending so far has been amazing. All Seniors and Juniors are welcome! Please get permission from your teachers before attending and sign up in Naviance to secure your participation. Coming soon: Eastern Connecticut State, Montserrat College of Art, University of Hartford, and The School of Fashion Design.

• Juniors and Seniors interested in the trades are strongly encouraged to attend The Peterson School information session on November 21st at 10:30 in the guidance office.

All Students - Dual Enrollment:

• Guidance is reaching out to remind students who are interested in taking one free Dual Enrollment course with Salem State University this spring, the deadline to apply is Monday, December 1, 2025. Applications are available in Guidance or use the link to the program details, course availability, and application: The Dual Enrollment website has been updated with information for Spring 2025. Please take the time to carefully review the new application process under "How to Apply". https://www.salemstate.edu/dualenrollment

All Students - Community Service & Student Advocacy in Action:

• Community Service is a graduation requirement. All students are encouraged to check their Class Board or Aspen account to see how many community service hours they have earned. Please check the school website or bulletin board outside of Guidance for opportunities.

Please see the chart below for a breakdown of counseling assignments at the high school level. The alphabet breakdown is based upon student last name:

Please use the main number for routine inquiries: 978-546-1234. For a more detailed chart of counselors, and other support personnel, please use the chart below to help navigate our team of people and systems.

Breakfast is an important way to start a productive day. We encourage all students to arrive early enough to get breakfast before school begins if possible. For those students not able to get to school early on any given day, we will provide a set time in the morning to be sure breakfast is accessible to all. Breakfast and lunch continue to be free for students this year.

• In order to strengthen the home/school partnership at RMHS, we will be providing a number of resources for families to keep you informed of important information and events. Resources include:

  • The Principal’s page on the RMHS website.

  • The “RMHS Viking News” emailed to all students and families beginning the first week of school.

  • Your child’s Aspen account and Google Classroom pages for the most up-to-date information within individual classes.

  • Routine email communication for parents to guide and inform important upcoming events, school-related expectations, and/or happenings.

The school campus is closed to the public when school is in session and after 10:00pm nightly. This includes the use of the tennis courts, track, playgrounds, athletic fields and all other parts of the campus. This does not include families and community members attending school events in our schools or on our school grounds. We appreciate the community's understanding and support as we continue to prioritize the safety of RPS students and staff.

RHS Senior/Junior Prom - May 15th at 5pm @ The Floriana (Hellenic Center)

RHS Senior Showcase - May 19th at 6:30pm @ SLPC

RHS Senior Banquet - May 27th at 6pm @ The Elks