RHS Weekly Newsletter
April 5, 2024
New This Week
RHS Student Newsletter
Here is last week's student produced newsletter: RHS Student Newsletter - 4.5.24
Class of 2024
Be sure to check out the Class of 2024 section below as we have new information for you this week.
Saturday School
Saturday School will begin next week. Please read the attached letter for more information: Saturday School 2024 Letter
Romeo Restored Presents: The Prom Closet
This event is open to any RHS student who will be attending Prom. If you haven't found that special outfit for prom, look no further! Romeo Restored can help! We have a large selection of dresses, suits, shoes, and accessories! Signup for a private shopping slot - parents are encouraged to attend! You are welcome to sign up with a friend, we have 3 available dressing rooms. More dates/times can be added if needed. Romeo Restored is located off of the main commons at RHS, near the auditorium.
**Note: Names will not appear on the signup, it will only show the slot as filled.
Spring Testing
Starting on April 10th, our spring testing will begin (SAT, PSAT, WorkKeys, and MSTEP). Please carefully read through the 23-24 Spring Testing Parent Letter and all grade levels are affected, and affected differently on different testing days.
Reminder: All testing students are expected to complete the school day after testing, so no students will be allowed to sign out after testing is completed. Of course, we understand that there are important appointments that may be scheduled and will honor those. If that is the case, please ensure a note is sent to school at least 24 hours prior to your child needing leave school early on testing days.
For 10th and 12th graders on late start days of April 11th and 18th, there will be lunch available. If you are riding the bus to school and would like lunch, please go straight to the lunch line when you get off the bus. If driving or being dropped off to school, be sure you arrive early enough to get lunch (no later than 11:00).
Athletic Schedule
At our last Parent Club meeting, it was suggested that we include a list of weekly athletic events in each newsletter. The RHS athletic department has the RomeoAthletics.com link on our website, but we have now added it to the "Links" section below as well.
Cum Laude Recognition: Class of 2025 and Beyond
This information has been shared in the past, but we felt this was a good time for another reminder. This year, with the Class of 2024, is the last year of the traditional Romeo "Top 10" as next year we will be transitioning to the "cum laude" method of recognition. At first glance, someone may question a change in tradition, this will actually allow us to recognize MORE students. The new cum laude recognition method is very similar to what we've been doing for years, but we will now recognize ALL students with a 4.0+ GPA (usually 15-20 students per year) with the same pomp and circumstance that only the Top 10 of the past received. This will help ensure students that graduate #11-18ish receive accolades for all their hard work. For more information, please read the Parent Letter - Cum Laude Recognition
Reminders
TICKETS ON SALE! ARE YOU READY FOR AN EPIC EVENING?
Join us for the ultimate "all district" PTOC fundraiser, our parent group that funds district wide initiatives! Watch in awe as our dynamic Romeo Team made of staff from across our schools take on the famous Harlem Wizards!! This is the ultimate community and family event. The following teachers will be representing RHS on the Roster: Mrs. Bennett & Mrs. Dossin Please come and Cheer them on!
Get your tickets now: https://harlemwizards.com/tickets/washingtonmi
Counselors' Corner
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
4/10: SAT/PSAT
4/11: WorkKeys
4/18: MSTEP
4/18-21: Shrek the Musical
Links
Class of 2024
Mandatory Senior Meeting and Graduation Tickets
All seniors are required to attend the mandatory senior meeting on Wednesday, April 10th. The meeting will start right at 8:00 AM; attendance, including tardies, will be taken.
After the meeting, you will be able to get graduation tickets. Each student (who has paid his/her graduation fee) will receive 2 complimentary tickets. You will be able to purchase up to 4 additional tickets at $5 each (cash). Only students who attend the meeting will be able to get tickets that day. Once we ensure all students have received their 2 complimentary tickets and have had a chance to purchase the 4 additional, we will see how many tickets remain and offer another opportunity to get more.
SANP Sponsors
The senior all night party is looking for businesses to sponsor our event. If you would like to sponsor this event or know a business that would please reach out via the Senior Facebook page or email. romeosanp2024@gmail.com
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
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.
Josten's Ordering
Caps/gowns, class rings, and other items: Jostens Romeo HS 2023.pdf