ROCKLAND HIGH WEEKLY NEWSLETTER

• Tyler Gibson (2013)
• Terrance Gibson (2011)
• Brian Harrington (2011)
• Jeanine Reardon (1988)
• Glenn MacKinlay (1979)
• Kyra Rose (2016)
• Trish Madsen (1987)
• Jim Patton
• Scott MacKinlay
• Bill Cronin

Mr. Damon and Mr. Liquori presented awards to Tyler and Terrance Gibson, Ms. Newcomb presented to Kyra Rose, and Mr. Kimball presented to Bill Cronin while also coordinating and emceeing the event. Congratulations to all honorees and to the presenters for a truly memorable evening!

Rockland Cheer has done it again! Last Sunday, the team was crowned MSAA Division 4 State Regional Champions for the second year in a row. We are incredibly proud of their hard work, consistency, and excellence. They will compete in the State Championship this Saturday morning at Worcester State University for their 16th (!) consecutive title.

And last but certainly not least… Boys Soccer defeated Northbridge on a frigid Monday night in Watertown, pulling out a dramatic 3 - 2 victory in a penalty-kick shootout. They now advance to the State Championship - for the first time since 1985 - where they will face Bromfield in Leominster at 4:45 this afternoon.

GO BULLDOGS!!!

Check out the recent segment on comfort dogs on WCVB's Chronicle in which Kinley and Officer Schnabel were featured. Here is the link to the segment: https://www.wcvb.com/article/comfort-dogs-bring-healing-to-plymouth-county/69383304 .

Dog Block was this Thursday and offerings included: friendship bracelets, puzzles, walking, dominoes, creative writing, open art, open music, Disney discussions, clay creations, and others. Students who did not sign up for a selection had a study. The next Dog Block is December 10.

Congratulations to senior Gabe Da Silva who has committed to play D1 soccer at Iona. On Wednesday, his family and former RHS Soccer teammates attended a ceremony to celebrate his accomplishment.

November 24 - Powderpuff Football Game, 6:00 PM

November 26-28 - Thanksgiving Break

DECEMBER

December 1 - Department Head Meeting, 2:50 PM

December 3 - Poetry Out Loud, 6:30 - 8:30 PM

December 4 - Early Release PD Day, 11:25 AM dismissal

December 4 - Credit for Life Fair for sophomores, 9:00 - 10:45 AM

December 4 - NHS Induction, 7:00 PM

December 10 - Term 2 Progress Reports posted

December 10 - Crisis Team Meeting, 9:20 AM

December 10 - RHS Holiday Chorus Concert, 7:00 PM

December 11 - Dog Block, 10:42 - 11:28 AM

December 11 - RHS Holiday Band Concert, 7:00 PM

December 16 - Senate Leadership Council Meeting, 7:30 AM

December 19 - RHS Alumni Panel Presentation

December 22 - January 2 - Holiday Break

On Thursday, December 4th, all sophomores will participate in the Credit for Life Fair. Students will pretend they are 25 years old, pick a career and learn how to manage a budget. See the attached video to learn more about Credit for Life.

The Northeastern Young Scholars Program and the Broad Summer Scholars Program offer students an opportunity get hands-on research experience in a lab while still in high school.

Students may earn up to a $3,600 stipend for participating.

Details on both programs can be found here.

These are great opportunities available to our students, who are lucky to live close to Boston and top research universities! If you are a highly motivated student who is passionate about science and/or research - apply now!

Cap and Gown Reminder

Believe it or not, it is time to order your students cap and gown for graduation! Information, including the link to order, is listed below. Please know all that is required is the ‘Essentials Graduation’ package, which is listed for $29.50. You are more than welcome to order additional items if you would like to. Please see the information from Jostens below and let Mrs. Delaney, the senior class advisor, know if you have any questions.

https://jostens.co/rocklandmagradhowto26

Deadline: Extended to Sunday, November 30, 2025

Powderpuff this Monday!

The boys are great at football, but wait until you see the girls! Come watch the powderpuff game on Monday, November 24th at 6:00pm in the stadium. Entry fee is $5 per person to support the Class of 2026 and 2027.

Friendly reminder that all students are required to participate in 25 hours of community service to graduate from Rockland High School. Available opportunities are posted outside of the guidance office and are included below.

We hope you have a happy Thanksgiving with family and friends! Here are a few tips to keep your holiday healthy:

Get Active Create a calorie deficit by exercising to burn off extra calories before you ever indulge in your favorite foods. Make fitness a family adventure. Take a walk early in the day and then again after dinner. It is a wonderful way for families to get physical activity and enjoy the holiday together.

Eat Breakfast Start your day with a small but satisfying breakfast such as an egg with a slice of whole-wheat toast. Eating a nutritious meal with protein and fiber before you arrive takes the edge off your appetite and allows you to be more discriminating in your food and beverage choices.

Police Your Portions Don’t waste your calories on foods that you can have all year long. Fill your plate with small portions of holiday favorites that only come around once a year so you can enjoy desirable, traditional foods.

Slowly Savor Eating slowly, putting your fork down between bites, and tasting each mouthful is one of the easiest ways to enjoy your meal and feel satisfied with one plate full of food, experts say. Choosing whole grains, fruits, vegetables, broth-based soups, salads, and other foods with lots of water and fiber add to the feeling of fullness.

Skip the Seconds Try to resist the temptation to go back for second helpings. Leftovers are much better the next day!

Stay hydrated Be sure and keep up with your water intake. This will help with digestion and portion control.

Focus on Family and Friends Thanksgiving is not just about the delicious bounty of food. It’s a time to celebrate relationships with family and friends. The main event should be family and friends socializing, spending quality time together, not just what is on the buffet.

Please refer to the links below for your convenience.

School Website

Aspen Student & Family Portal

Arbiter Live- Athletic Schedules

Breakfast & Lunch Menus

It’s been a great week at RHS, with celebrations across academics, the arts, and athletics. From the fall play to the Hall of Fame ceremony, and from Cheer and Boys Soccer’s big wins to student accomplishments throughout the building, our students continue to make us proud.

Wishing our teams the best in their upcoming events. Have a wonderful weekend, and GO BULLDOGS!

Sincerely,

Cheryl Schipper

Principal