Rockport Middle/High School

Happy Friday, RMHS Students & Families,

Kudos and Congratulations to the RPS Orchestra students for a phenomenal summit this past Thursday. Every year, I continue to be amazed and inspired by this community event. Watching elementary, middle and high school students on stage together performing such beautiful music is uniquely Rockport and a testament to the talent of our students and educators.

The Fall Athletic senior celebrations formally concluded with the Golf and Boys' Soccer teams honoring their successful seasons with individual banquets this past week. Congratulations to all of our Fall athletes on a fantastic season! We are looking forward to kicking off the Winter season when we come from the Thanksgiving weekend!

We have a short week coming up with a lot to look forward to! Be sure to look for information about the spirit activities planned to kick off the Thanksgiving holiday below. As we prepare to enter the first major holiday milestone of the year, I want to thank the students, families, and staff for making this year a positive one overall. The commitment, positivity, and enthusiasm you've shown throughout the year have worked together to make RMHS an amazing place for our kids to be and grow. I hope you can take the time to step away and enjoy a few moments of family and peace over the upcoming holiday weekend.

Here's to a great week ahead!😀

-Ms. Rose

Amy Rose, Principal

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

1/2 Day Blocks (abbreviated Day 5 schedule) will run as follows:

7:35-8:07 - A Block

8:09-8:41 - D Block

8:43-9:15 - E Block

9:17-9:49 - F Block

9:51-10:23- G Block

10:25-11:00 - B Block

• 7th & 8th Grade will be participating in activities throughout the day. Students will attend their E block UA only that day.
• 6th Grade students will participate in trivia activities led by core teachers from 9:50-11:00 (G & B Block)
• RHS Student Council will host a Spirit Event in the GYM from 9:50-11:00 (G & B Block)🥳

Thursday & Friday November 27th & 28th: No School Thanksgiving Holiday

Monday, December 1st: Welcome Back from the Thanksgiving Break

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 middle/high school schedule will be adjusted the week of January 20th - 23rd to accommodate the high school exam schedule. All students 6-12 will attend school all day with slight adjustments to the regular schedule. High school students will be able to leave campus after C block on Friday if they have fulfilled their exam obligations. If not, they will have the opportunity to make up exams during that time. It is important for high school students to plan to be in school and on time that week to fulfill this academic obligation. If students are absent for any reason, they need to contact the classroom teacher, along with the Dean of Students and Assistant Principal to arrange for the make-up exam. Please click the link below for more details on the 2026 schedule.

RMHS Mid-Term Exam Schedule 2026

The Rockport Public Schools are excited to announce the launch of the Rockport Hall Of Fame! The Hall Of Fame currently showcases past yearbooks, student athletes, In The Loop editions and the performing arts. We will be working to expand the showcase throughout the year so check back often! Scan the QR code to be taken to the Hall of Fame.

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

Rockport High School DECA Is running a cookie dough fundraiser to help support their competition costs.

To make a donation and learn more about cookie dough items available, please visit the link below:

Thank you for taking the time to check out our fundraiser store! This is your chance to help us reach our goal, any purchase has a major impact on our program. Besides helping us reach our goal, you’ll get Mrs. Fields Cookie Dough delivered to your home!! Another way you can help is by sharing this page with your friends and family by clicking one of the sharing icons in the bottom right corner of the screen. Thanks in advance for your generosity!

RHS DECA is selling blankets ----see advertising video attached below

Blankets are 50 X 70 inches and great quality

DECA group makes 50% of every sale

Blankets are $30 each

See me or a DECA officer if you are interested

Use the Google Form Link to put in your order

https://forms.gle/H5fgrPTu36dyZJQL9

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:

• Join “The 50 Club” and be on track for graduation!

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

Sophomores & Juniors:

• PSAT scores have been released by CollegeBoard. If you would like a paper copy of your scores and career insight snapshot, please stop by 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