Raven Family Resource

Dear Raven Families,

Congratulations to our new NHS members who were part of the induction ceremony this past Monday. We hope you apply the ideals of character, leadership, scholarship, and service as you continue to learn and grow.

Our Spring Fling Carnival has been rescheduled to this Tuesday, May 13th. Please see the information below.

Congratulations to all of our students who were a part of the ROX concerts this week. The performances were great, and was another demonstration of how our music programs are a large part of what makes ROHS a great place!

Senior activities are right around the corner. Seniors, please make sure you are up to date with all of your responsibilities, and aware of all of the times and dates coming up. Check your canvas notifications regularly!

Warmly,

ROHS Admin Team

• May 16 - Senior Recital, 7:00 p.m.
• May 21 - Senior Prom
• May 23-26 - No School, Memorial Day Holiday Weekend
• May 28 - Senior Cruise, 7:00 p.m.
• May 29 - Commencement, 7:00 p.m.

Athletics dates & events > goroathletics.org
Building Calendar link for more details.

Senior final assessments/exams are quickly approaching!

Senior final assessments/exams will be on May 16th, 6th hour; May 19th, hours 4 & 5(All grades attend full day regular class time schedule) and May 20th, hours 1, 2, 3 (½ day for 12th graders only).

As a reminder, Senior Event information can be found on the ROHS website, and students can access information through the Senior Class Canvas page. If you have questions related to Senior Events, please reach out to the Senior class advisors, Ray McMann (Ray.Mcmann@royaloakschools.org) and Emily Wade (Emily.Wade@royaloakschools.org)

Royal Oak Schools is offering in-person High School Summer School​ at Churchill Community High School (707 Girard Ave, Royal Oak, MI)! This program provides an opportunity for Royal Oak students (or residents who have completed 8th grade and haven't graduated) to regain credit in core​ classes. Royal Oak Schools Summer School Registration Packet.

ROYAL OAK SCHOOLS

HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER SCHOOL 2025

• Who: Royal Oak students/residents (completed 8th, not yet graduated)

• What: Credit recovery for core classes

• Where: In-Person Instruction​ / Churchill Community High School - 707 Girard Ave, Royal Oak, MI

• When: June 16 - July 11 (No class July 3 & 4)

• AM Session: 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM
• PM Session: 12:00 PM - 3:30 PM

• Credit: Up to 1 unit (0.5 unit/class)

• Cost: $250.00/course

• Registration: Begins May 12, 2025

• AM Session: https://www.schoolpay.com/link/ROSDCRSS2025AM
• PM Session: https://www.schoolpay.com/link/ROSD2025SSCRPM

Key Points:

• In-person classes with online materials.

• Self-paced; must finish by July 11, 2025.

• Maximum one class per session.

• Payment is due at registration.

QUESTIONS: James.Hutton@royaloakschools.org

ROHS students who are participating in Advanced Placement (AP) testing received an email prompting them to fill out a Google form to confirm they have logged into their College Board account. They are also confirming they know their College Board email/username and password, so they are prepared for AP Testing.

All AP exams will be at Churchill High School (707 Girard Ave. Royal Oak, MI). As a reminder, the AP exam dates are listed here (https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/exam-administration-ordering-scores/exam-dates). Mrs. Karaszewski will send room assignments next week.

Note: All students participating in AP Testing are required to know their College Board email/username, as this is how they will access their test on testing day. Saved usernames and passwords are not available in the Bluebook testing app.

If your student(s) need assistance, they can contact AP Student Services at 888-225-5427 or stop by RM 143 and see Mrs. K.

Please see the following link for the updated ELD newsletter:

https://secure.smore.com/n/wyg19-new-in-eld

See the following links if you are interested in taking part in the multicultural event below:

Information:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YKl_4FTWvEtEChJsW--MHuQ1oJwTGn9AsGG2hQldJQk/edit?usp=sharing

Sign Up:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfuIpuJjEP_7ykVMRgbYVM13TbnWicxqr_9L9Mvv1UDE1MdEA/viewform

13 Mile is under construction from Woodward to Crooks. This road construction may affect transporting your child to and from school. As this construction progresses, there will be no left turns allowed at Coolidge, Benjamin, Durham or Crooks. Please see more details at:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TFgfG2q4EqQyE3c9Kzf_NfnpUBk4xWSD/view?usp=sharing

Please also see the picture below.

**UPDATE**

ROPD will have a patrol car with lights on in this lot to remind our parents to drop off students either on Lexington or the loop off of Crooks.

We have been having some difficulties in our circle drive drive area at Lexington and Crooks. This is not a designated area for drop off or pick up. It is an area that our staff parks in, and because of parents parking and dropping off in this area, some of our staff have not been able to park.

Please do not drop off or pick up your child in the circle drive. Please do not park and wait to drop off your child in this area. This is an area for buses only. We will be working with RO Police Officers to help reinforce this No Parking/Drop off Zone. Thank you for your support and understanding.

Your child can get dropped off at the student drop off loop off of Crooks and your child can walk directly into the school starting at 7:00 a.m., so that they don't have to wait in the cold.

We know that drop-off and pick-up can be difficult with everyone's busy schedules. With a few hundred students who are coming to and leaving school during a very short turnaround time of 10 - 15 minutes, we need to ensure safety. In order to do this in a safe and efficient manner, it is imperative that all families respect and follow the designated drop-off and pick-up location. Please see the map below.

Students, please make sure you are parking in the appropriate lot and have a parking tag to park in that lot. Lindell Ice Arena is not a student parking lot, and has signage indicating that it is not to be used for student parking. ROPD has been and will continue to issue tickets to those students who are parking without a parking permit or are parking in the incorrect lot.

According to BeSMARTforKids.org:

• Firearms are the leading cause of death for American children and teens.

• Every year, nearly 360 children in the US under the age of 18 gain access to a firearm and unintentionally shoot themselves or someone else.

• More than 700 children living in America die by gun suicide every year, and secure storage can play a crucial role in preventing those deaths.

• 3/4 of school shooters acquired their firearm from the home of a parent or close relative.

Michigan State Police has provided Royal Oak Schools free gun locks to distribute to families or staff members. If you have unsecured weapons in your home, please help to keep our children safe by stopping by the main office at your child's school or the District Administrative Offices at 800 DeVillen, Royal Oak, to pick up a free gun lock.

In our efforts to continue to keep our school community safe, Royal Oak High School is requesting that all visitors show identification before entering the building. Visitors who would like to meet with a staff member will need to have a scheduled appointment.

Blessings in a Backpack is a program designed to provide students on the free and reduced lunch program with enough food for three meals a day during the weekends. This program, administered by the Community Foundation of Greater Rochester, is active in Royal Oak Schools. If you agree to take part in this program during the school year, your child will receive a bag filled with food for the weekend. The simple meals may include food like macaroni and cheese, beef ravioli, canned fruit, granola bars, soups, juice and other items. Students will receive a bag every week.

If you would like to have your child participate in this program, please fill out this form. Be sure to indicate if you child has any food allergies. If your child has a food allergy, you as the parent are responsible for checking all food labels when the food arrives home. Royal Oak Schools, as well as Blessings in a Backpack, will not be held responsible for any accidental food allergen exposure.

Yearbook Information:

Interested in purchasing a yearbook? The price is $90 until sold out. Please follow the link for purchasing options:

• Yearbook Purchasing Link (links to an external site)

Yearbook Distribution:

Yearbooks will be distributed to Seniors on their last day of school, Tuesday May, 20th. All underclassmen will be able to pick theirs up during all lunches the week following Memorial Day Break.

Questions? Please contact Mr. Swastek! matthew.swastek@royaloakschools.org

Member of the National Honors Society are available for tutoring in the Learning Commons before and after school. If you need tutoring, they are there to help! See the schedule below:

• Before school - 7:00 - 7:50 a.m. - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
• After school - 3:05 - 4:00 p.m. - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Please use the following link to register for tutoring. Please complete link at least 48 hours in advance of tutoring sessions.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScubL6q2bPM7G_blBlx9jchxFMloPc7yluxsn8ph3crQE7SyA/viewform?usp=sf_link

In order for a student to join a club, there must be parent/guardian permission. Here is the Permission Slip. Please return this to your club sponsor. Questions can be sent to Daniel Russell (Daniel.Russell@royaloakschools.org).

Looking for some Raven Gear? Our swag shop will be open until May 27th. Click the link below!

RAVENS SWAG SHOP

Did you know you can watch our games at home? Here is the LIVESTREAM link!

Stay up to date on spring schedules at https://goroathletics.org/

MHSAA Tournament Games Upcoming:

Boys Lax - May 16th @ ROHS 6pm

Track & Field - May 17th @ Rochester HS 12pm

Girls Lax - May 19th @ Troy HS 6pm

Girls Soccer - May 22nd @ ROHS 6pm

Boys Golf - May 28th @ Twin Lakes GC 10am

Softball - May 30th @ Troy HS 12pm

Baseball - May 31st @ Groves HS 12:30pm

The Royal Oak Athletic Boosters needs your help to support our Student-Athletes! Go to their website for more information. Boosters Website

Questions? Contact our Director of Athletics and Activities, Mr. Russell (daniel.russell@royaloakschools.org)

ROHS CANVAS COMMUNITY PAGE

Royal Oak High School has created an ROHS Canvas Community page/course. This page houses different resources which includes, but is not limited to support contacts, wellness resources, career and testing information, scholarships and counseling information. Canvas works in conjunction with MiStar. On your student’s schedule you’ll notice it’s 10th period. Students do not need to do anything for this page/course. It is another way to give students the resources that they need.

MICHIGAN MEALS PROGRAM

Thanks to the Michigan School Meals Program, a state-funded program that allows all students to receive meals at no cost for the 2024-2025 school year, breakfast and lunch will be free to all students. Second meals are not free and will be considered ala carte.

Although all students can receive meals at no cost, it is still vital that eligible families fill out a free/reduced meal application. A school’s eligibility for federal Child Nutrition Programs such as Summer Food Service Program and others is based on free and reduced-price eligibility. Students and families may qualify for other program fee reductions based on their eligibility for free or reduced-price meals. Federal and state education funding uses free and reduced-price eligibility.

MISTAR GRADEBOOK

As a reminder, MiStar is the official gradebook and Parent(s)/Guardian(s) can go to the MiStar Parent Portal to see up-to-date grades for their child. If you have any questions about your child's progress or would like to meet with your child's teacher, please connect with them directly to schedule a conference time. (ROHS Staff Directory)

ECF DISTRICT PROVIDED CHROMEBOOKS

Parent(s)/Guardian(s) can complete the ECF Chromebook Request Form in order to get a Chromebook for their child. This form is for students that are new to the district or students who did not previously opt to request a district chromebook.

Please make sure to read the request/commitment form carefully. Chromebooks will be delivered to ROHS toward the end of each week. Visit the District Technology Website for additional information and support. If you have any questions, contact Ms. Hermon (Amy.Hermon@royaloakschools.org)

Consistent attendance at school is directly connected with your child's academic success. We understand that there are times when students need to be absent. We ask that parents/guardians notify the school on each day a student is absent.

The parent/guardian must call the Attendance Office at 248-435-8500 (press 1) by 1:30 p.m. each day of their child’s absence and provide any necessary documentation (e.g., medical documentation). Voicemail is available for messages if no one is available to take your call.

Please keep in mind that excessive absences will lead to a referral to Royal Oak Youth Assistance or our School Truancy Officer. Notices will be automatically generated and sent digitally.

For your child to have medication in school, a Request for Dispensing Medication Form along with your child's medication, clearly labeled must be provided to the Main Office for ANY medication your child may use while in attendance at ROHS. The Dispensing Medication Form must be fully completed. A signature from your child's physician is required. This form must also be filled out for over the counter medication(s). Students are not permitted to carry medication on them without a form on file with the Main Office.

If the medication label does not clearly provide instructions for dispensing, a physician's order must accompany the form. If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to the ROHS Main Office at (248) 435-8500.

Stay in touch with Royal Oak Schools by downloading our new mobile app! Download on your mobile device today and select 'yes' to receive push notifications with the latest news and updates from the District. Use the following link for more download information. https://www.royaloakschools.org/quick_links/royal_oak_schools_app

Abbie Stys - Counselor (A-E)

Abbie.Stys@royaloakschools.org

Erin Boedeker - Counselor (F-K)

Erin.Boedeker@royaloakschools.org

Chloe Beerer - Counselor (L-Ri)

Chloe.Beerer@royaloakschools.org

Noah Szymanski - Counselor (Rj-Z)

Noah.Szymanski@royaloakschools.org

Emily Wade - Special Education Social Worker

Emily.Wade@royaloakschools.org

Clarisa Ceaser - Special Education Social Worker

Clarisa.Ceaser@royaloakschools.org

Alonda Fletcher - General Education Social Worker

Alonda.Fletcher@royaloakschools.org

SENIOR EXIT SURVEY

ALL seniors must complete the Senior Exit Survey prior to their departure on May 20th. Seniors: Please complete this brief but mandatory survey so ROHS is aware of your post high school plans and can accurately send your final transcripts. (Counselors will be present at your senior check out to have you complete this if you have not done so prior.) Don't delay your departure!

OSTC SENIORS

Senior clap out has been scheduled for 2:40 pm on Monday, May 19th at ROHS. If your student has PM OSTC, they will be released early (approximately 2:10pm) from OSTC to make it back to the high school in time for clap out. We will be providing transportation for seniors back to ROHS. OSTC has been informed of this and seniors should be released at 2:10 pm on 5/19/25.

Congratulations to our seniors for all your hard work these past four years! We are looking forward to celebrating you with senior clap out!

CLASS OF 2025: First-time FAFSA Filers Can Enter for a Chance to Win Prizes

Michigan College Access Network (MCAN), in partnership with Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP), launched the Ticket to Tuition sweepstakes today at Lansing’s Eastern High School. Ticket to Tuition is a statewide initiative to encourage Michiganders enrolling in college for the first time, especially high school seniors, to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

To enter the Ticket to Tuition sweepstakes, complete the FAFSA and text CASH to 855-50K-TICKET (855-505-8425) by 11:59 p.m. Friday, May 16, 2025. To be eligible, participants must be Michigan residents who completed the FAFSA for the first-time to use during the 2025-26 academic year. Prizes will be awarded in Michigan Education Savings Program accounts, which can be used for a variety of qualified educational expenses such as tuition and fees, living expenses, and computers and textbooks. Forty winners will receive $10,000 and ten winners will receive $50,000.

SUMMER PROGRAM OPPORTUNITIES

Summer program opportunities for high school students are rolling into our inboxes. A summer program list has been created for students and families to explore the options available for summer 2025. This list will be updated as new opportunities are shared so please look back frequently!

SENIOR NEWSLETTER

Class of 2025 students and parents/guardians: please review our Senior Newsletter for important information regarding postsecondary planning. Much of this information will be needed to successfully complete college applications.

SENIORS: It's FAFSA Time!

The FAFSA became live on December 1st. If you have not done so already, create a FSA ID to prepare for FAFSA completion. HERE is information on how to create an FSA ID.

FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS

Class of 2025 Students and Families: Please review our Financial Aid Newsletter for important resources. Please let your counselor know if you have any questions.

ACADEMIC SUPPORT RESOURCES

Please take a look at our Academic Support Resources if your child could benefit from either group, one on one, or online support options.

The Class of 2025 Senior All Night Party will be at Emagine Theatre in Royal Oak on Thursday, May 29 with check in to begin at 11pm, party ending at 5:00 am.

Senior All-Night Party Ticket LINK $65 Early Bird pricing and an EXTRA raffle prize ticket until February 1st, when cost increases to $75. (If the ticket price is an issue for your family, please reach out to the school administration to get on the list for subsidized/free tickets. More info on this to come.)

Wish Wall Fundraiser LINK Send a senior a wish to be displayed at graduation that they can take home from the party, each wish is $5. Please share!

More Senior information available on Canvas ROHS 2025 Page

Mental Health & Wellness Resources

• Royal Oak Youth Assistance

• Oakland Family Services

• Common Ground

• Teen Yellow Book

• Oakland Schools Health/Wellness/Crisis Resources

• Oakland Community Health Network

ROHS students who are participating in Advanced Placement (AP) testing received an email prompting them to fill out a Google form to confirm they have logged into their College Board account. They are also confirming they know their College Board email/username and password, so they are prepared for AP Testing.

Note: All students participating in AP Testing are required to know their College Board email/username, as this is how they will access their test on testing day. Saved usernames and passwords are not available in the Bluebook testing app.

If your student(s) need assistance, they can contact AP Student Services at 888-225-5427 or stop by RM 143 and see Mrs. K. (cristina.karaszewski@royaloakschools.org)

Visit the testing websites directly:

✍🏻ACT Registration & Information

✍🏻SAT Registration & Information

Helpful resources for ACT & SAT Test Prep Opportunities

High school girls and non-binary students can apply now to Girls Who Code’s free, virtual Summer Programs!

Apply here by the early deadline, February 26, 2025, for priority consideration and the chance to win your choice of a $350 Amazon gift card or Apple iPad! The application closes on April 11, 2025.

ROHS PTSA

We recognize that family and community support are integral to our success. This is why we encourage you to join the Royal Oak High School Parent-Teacher-Student Association!

Website: Our new website has launched, but is still a work in progress. You can access it here: https://rohsptsa.givebacks.com/ or click on the hand to the right - ->

• Canvas Access Instructions
• Raven Haven School Store
• ROS Music Department Updates
• ROHS Guardian Tech Resources
• Special Education Department Website

OK2SAY REPORTING
>>Call 8-555-OK2SAY (855-565-2729)
>>Text to 652729 (OK2SAY)
>>Email OK2SAY (OK2SAY@mi.gov)
>>Visit the website (https://www.michigan.gov/ok2say)

STUDENT RO ACCOUNTS
>>Click here for email access instructions
>>Students are encouraged to change their passwords. They can use this link to do so.
>>Links for ParentPortal and StudentPortal

Please see the following directions on how to reset the MiStar Student Connect or MiStar Parent/Guardian Connect password.