RHS Weekly Newsletter
February 16, 2024
New This Week
RHS Student Newsletter
Here is this week's student produced newsletter: RHS Newsletter - 2.16.24
The election is less than two weeks away!
Romeo Community Schools voters will go to the polls in about 10 days to cast their vote on two proposals: a non-homestead operating millage renewal and a sinking fund renewal. If approved, neither proposal will affect the tax rate on a homeowner's primary residence (the home in which you live). This election is important because it will provide millions of dollars for the support of our students' educational programs and their school facilities.
All registered parents can vote in one of three ways:
If you requested an absentee ballot, don’t forget to drop it off at your local clerk today!
Take advantage of in-person early voting beginning this Saturday, Feb. 17 through Sunday, Feb. 25. Early Voting Information Sheet
Vote on Election Day, Feb. 27, at your regular voting precinct.
Educational Tours 2025- Costa Rica
Anyone interested in more information about a second educational tour to Costa Rica for the summer of 2025, please attend the informational meeting at RHS. The meeting will be on Wednesday, March 6th, at 6:30 pm in room A217 at RHS. The 2024 trip to Costa Rica is no longer accepting registrations, but this is a wonderful travel opportunity for 9-12 grade students who want to plan ahead for the summer of 2025. Questions can be sent to hayley.kelso@romeok12.org.
Reminders
RHS Parent Club
The next RHS Parent Club meeting is on Tuesday, March 19 from 3:00-4:00 in the HHP Commons.
Parent Information Event
Attention RCS Parents! The 2024 State of the District - Parent Informational Event is coming on Thursday, February 22nd, 6pm at RHS. We are pleased to share the linked Breakout Session Overview document for your review. All RCS parents are invited to attend (this event is not for students/children). Our informational sessions provide offerings pertinent to parents with children at all levels. We hope to see you there.
Mom’s Night Out, The Party of the Year: A Romeo “All Elementaries” Fundraiser
Here’s a party you can feel good about! 100% of ALL profits go to our 5 elementary schools, so come support the littles of our district! Grab your black and glitz and get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with excitement and support for our Romeo Community Elementary Schools! Dance the night away in a judgment free zone while supporting our students locally! Connect with other RCS moms, strike a pose for professional photos or silly photo booth ones, network, try the dance floor with DJ Cowboy, indulge in a variety of local desserts, try for 30 fabulous raffle baskets, there will be something for everyone! All Romeo area women 21+ are welcome! Purchase today, don’t miss out and let’s make this an evening to remember!
Follow our event page to stay updated: https://bit.ly/rcsmoms
Buy your ticket here: https://bit.ly/romeomoms
Counselors' Corner
*NEW* Local Scholarships for Juniors and Seniors:
NEW LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS POSTED: Additional local scholarships for RHS seniors were posted on February 15 and will be due in the BEI office by 3:00 PM on March 8. This set of scholarships requires student applicants to print and complete paper applications. All relevant information and links can be found on the counseling website and on the Local Scholarship Flyer.
All Romeo juniors and seniors have the opportunity to apply for scholarships through the Four County Community Foundation. All Four County Scholarships are submitted through their website. Four County Scholarships were posted on December 1, 2023 and must be submitted by March 1, 2024. It is recommended that students begin their online applications early in the scholarship window. Most of the posted scholarships are for seniors. There is one Four County scholarship available for juniors. RHS seniors also have the opportunity to apply for scholarships through the Sandbox Foundation. The Sandbox Foundation application window is January 1 2024-March 1, 2024. All local scholarship information can also be found on our website.
SAT Prep Workshops
From the MISD: Just as a friendly reminder, registration is open for the Student Digital SAT Prep Workshops. Unfortunately our first offering was cancelled due to inclement weather, but we have a few more dates that still have openings! We encourage junior students to join us and learn more about these changes to prepare for the exam this spring.
This one-day workshop will be held in-person at the MISD, with multiple dates to choose from:
- February 3, 2024 (limited spots, deadline to register is Friday, January 26)
- March 9, 2024
- March 16, 2024
Registration is available online at events.misd.net (type “Student Digital SAT” in the search bar).
FAFSA HELP
Virtual FAFSA workshops are available through Oakland University to help students and parents with completing the FAFSA. Virtual Sign Up Dates
Upcoming Events
2/17-20: Mid-Winter Break
2/22: State of the District - Parent Informational Evening
3/5: College Night 2024
3/6: Teacher PD day; no school for students
Links
Class of 2024
Class of 2024 Baccalaureate Service
This year's baccalaureate service for RHS grads will be on Tuesday, June 4th at 7pm at Barnabo Field (rain location in the RHS gym). This service is co-sponsored by The Romeo Baccalaureate Committee and Fellowship for Christ. Please visit the following website to sign up: https://www.romeobacc.com/sign-up.html.
Class of 2024 Yard Signs
Yard signs are now available to order: Class of 2024 Yard Sign Order Form. Last day to order senior yard signs is April 5th.
*NEW* SANP
- SANP tickets will be sold at lunches on Feb 21, 22 and 23 from 10:30 to 12:30. You can also buy a ticket via the attached flier (attached) Don’t forget price of ticket will increase after April 1st.
- The next parent meeting for SANP is 3/4/24 via zoom. A link will be sent out.
- Please consider joining our facebook group Class of 2024 Romeo High School Parent Page
Senior All Night Party Fundraiser!
Support the SANP with our Cloud 9 Fundraiser! Bedsheets, Cooling Pillows and Throw Blankets!
Great gift idea for our Seniors who are going off to college and need bedding, or anyone else in the family who needs a new set of sheets! Orders placed by 12/7/23 will make it time for the holiday!
https://c9fundraising.com/p/romeo-high-school-class-of-2024/classof2024/
Class of 2024 Cloud9 Fundraiser.pdf
Josten's Ordering
Caps/gowns, class rings, and other items: Jostens Romeo HS 2023.pdf