Rogers Vikings
May 17, 2024
Rogers High School - 2023/24 Dates to Remember
(Includes dates from district calendar along with dates specific ONLY to Rogers /NACTC). Dates are ongoing and changes can occur ~ for the most current list, CLICK HERE. Dates are also available on the RHS webpage: https://www.npsri.net/o/rhs/page/forms1.
Rhode Island Student Survey
Hello Parent/Guardian ~ On Tuesday, 05/21/24, we will be asking students to take the Rhode Island Student Survey. This survey asks specifc questions about students health behaviors. Involvement is voluntary. Should you not wish your child to take this survey, please fill out the below opt out form.
PARENT OPT OUT GOOGLE FORM
For parents (English): https://forms.gle/zAPmFMouTLDja2uk9
For parents (Spanish): https://forms.gle/eHuRgkT2cre4bgDm9
On May 22 at 11:00 AM EST (NEW TIME), find out how to have a healthy balance with screens at home. Everyone will be equipped with practical tips and actionable steps for using positive technology tools, setting boundaries, and managing the impact of multiple screens.
Whether you're a parent, educator, prevention specialist, or a helping professional these webinars will arm you with knowledge and strategies for recognizing potential problems and creating a balanced digital lifestyle.
IYRS Summer Boatbuilding Program
Students ages 14 and 15 are invited to APPLY for a hands-on program where they will work in teams over the course of 5 weeks to build two cedar strip planked canoes with woven seats. Students will learn workplace readiness skills for the marine industry including shop safety, project planning, leadership skills, teamwork, basic hand tool operation, resume writing, and the importance of being on time to a work site. Participants will launch and paddle their canoes in Newport Harbor at the conclusion of the program. Limited to 10 participants. Participants receive a stipend of $150 per week, based on attendance. This is a 5-week program and students are expected to attend each day.
Schedule: 9am-2pm, Monday through Thursday
Location: IYRS School of Technology & Trades, 449 Thames St., Newport, RI 02840
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a national observance started in 1949 by Mental Health America to bring attention to the importance of mental wellbeing. Across the country, individuals and organizations step up to raise awareness of and help address the challenges faced by people living with mental health conditions.
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