Happy Friday, RMHS Students & Families,

We have a big week ahead as we continue the celebrations, and end-of-year, culminating events across schools and grade levels. The 8th grade will be leaving early on Tuesday morning for the annual trip to Washington, DC 🏢🚌. A huge thank you to the 8th grade team for organizing this experience for our students. It is an unbelievable, once in a lifetime opportunity to see the historic sights and make memories that will last a lifetime.

Meanwhile, back at RMHS, grade 10 students will be taking the Math MCAS on Tuesday and Wednesday. Please be in school and on-time to participate in this experience. See below for more details.

The seniors will be showcasing the culminating results of their Q4 internship experiences at the RHS Assembly on Tuesday. We are excited to learn more about their time as we prepare to send them off to their next adventure in two short weeks. A reminder that Senior Showcase is Tuesday evening at the Shalin Liu Performance Center. Seniors and their families, please read more about the upcoming events and obligations below. Graduation is coming fast and we look forward to celebrating and honoring our seniors with their families through a multitude of experiences outlined below.

Tonight, Friday, May 16th is the RHS Junior/Senior Prom! The prom attendees participated in a mandatory meeting with Ms. Rose earlier this week. Please see more information below for times and expectations for the evening. Thank you to the Class of 2026 for organizing this event for all of us to enjoy. It is going to be a fantastic night! 🥳💃🕺

Here's to a great week ahead 😎

-Ms. Rose

Congratulations to Senior Tennis players, Aili Mattson, Fiona Hebert, Zoey Parker, Gabe Magee, and Braydon Wall!

Monday, May 19th: AP US History Field Trip to Plymouth Village

Tuesday, May 20th & Wednesday, May 21st: Grade 10 Math MCAS

Tuesday, May 20th: Senior Internship Fair/Showcase at 9:20 am (HS Assembly)

Tuesday, May 20th: RHS Senior Showcase @ 6:30 SLPC

Tuesday, May 20th - Friday, May 23rd: 8th Grade Washington DC trip

Thursday, May 22nd: Credit for Life Field Trip for Juniors

Monday, May 26th: Memorial Day (No school for Staff/Students)

Tuesday, May 27th - Friday, May 30th: RHS Senior Week! Please see below for mandatory Graduation Rehearsals and Senior Events

Tuesday, May 27th: RMHS Assembly @ 12:30 pm on the Ryan-Curley Field - Ice Cream & Music for All! 🍦🎶🎷🎤

Wednesday, May 28th: Senior Banquet @ 6:00 pm at The Elks in Gloucester

Friday, May 30th: RHS Graduation @ 5:00 pm

Tuesday, June 3rd: Underclassmen Awards (Students only)

Tuesday, June 3rd: 6th Grade Family Event @ 6:00 pm (For 5th Grade Families)

Thursday, June 5th: 8th Grade Civics Fair @ 6:00 pm in the RMHS Cafeteria

Tuesday, June 10th - Friday, June 13th: RHS Final Exams

RHS Final Exam Schedule 2025

Wednesday, June 11th: 8th Grade Recognition/Dance

Monday, June 16th: LAST DAY OF SCHOOL 🎉🥳

NO AFTERNOON Homework Club on TUESDAY the 20th and WEDNESDAY the 21st

Grade 10 Math MCAS is scheduled for Tuesday, May 20th & Wednesday, May 21st

Grade 9 Physics MCAS is scheduled for Wednesday, June 4th & Thursday, June 5th

Grade 9 Physics MCAS is scheduled for Wednesday, June 4th & Thursday, June 5th

Grade 8 Civics MCAS is scheduled for Tuesday, May 27th & Wednesday, May 28th

A few reminders as you prepare for these important dates in your educational career:

• MCAS is computer-based once again this year. Teachers have been having you practice during class. Please be sure you are taking advantage of this practice and asking questions if you have concerns about the platform.

• Please make sure to be in school and on time on testing days - Showing up is half the battle!

• Do your best work possible and come in with a positive attitude.

• Listen/read carefully to all test-taking directions and ask questions if any directions are unclear.

• Breathe, take your time and do the best you can. You have the skills you need to be successful on this exam so come in with a clear and open mind! I have full faith you will all do well

It is essential that you come to school prepared and ready to take the exam. If you have any questions about the MCAS subject matter, please contact your subject-specific teacher. If you have questions about attendance or other procedural aspects of the exam, please contact Ms. King.

Senior Week dates will be held as follows:

Tuesday, May 20th: Senior Showcase @ Rockport Shalin Liu Performance Center

Tuesday, May 20th: Mandatory Internship Showcase at 9:20 am (Final Project/Presentation)

Friday, May 23rd: Final Day of Formal Classes/Internships for Seniors (Final Deadline to submit any work and community service)

Tuesday, May 27th: Spring Athletic Awards Night @ 6pm

Wednesday, May 28th: Senior Banquet (Elks in Gloucester @ 6:00pm)

Friday, May 30th: RHS Graduation Ceremony @ 5pm (More details to come)

The Week of Monday, May 26th is Senior Week! 🎉🎓

Graduation Rehearsals are scheduled for:

• Monday, May 26th: Holiday

• Tuesday, May 27th: 8 am - 10:30 am

• Wednesday, May 28th: 8 am - 10:30 am (Caps and Gowns Distributed, only if Obligations fulfilled. RPS Parade of the Graduates at 10:15 am).

• Friday, May 30th: 8 am - 9:30 am

• Friday, May 30th: Graduation @ 5:00 pm

Please note that all seniors must meet their academic, community service, and financial obligations by Friday, May 23rd, in order to participate in the RHS Graduation Ceremony scheduled for May 30th, 2025. All seniors are required to attend all graduation rehearsals the week of Senior Week if they plan to participate in the ceremony.

Dear Parents/Guardians,

As graduation quickly approaches, Friday May 30th, we are asking for donations from underclassmen families to make the traditional graduation reception successful and special for the graduates! Below is a link to the Sign Up Genius website with the requests for refreshments; food, drink, and paper products.

If you are willing and able to contribute, non-perishable donations can be brought to the school the day before, May 29th, anytime. Perishable food can be dropped off the afternoon of the 30th between 4 and 5 p.m. at RHS. (There will be signage)

Thank you in advance for your time and consideration. We greatly appreciate your support now and always!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0E4AA4A72BA6FD0-56783112-2025

"The Reception Committee,"

The Class of 2027 & Class Advisors -

Gerardo DiStefano

Cecilia Chadbourne

Naia Gibson

Ken Park

Thom Smoker

Andrea Zuis

The Rockport Middle High School music students are raising funds to help cover the costs of their 2027 trip to Croatia. To support this effort, we're partnering with Savers to collect donations—and if we hit our goal, it could mean a significant contribution toward the students’ expenses.

8th Grade Students are completing their Civics Action Projects and would love support for the following events:

BEACH CLEAN UP DAY AT FRONT AND BACK BEACHES IN ROCKPORT

Volunteers needed for Front/Back Beach Clean-Up on Sunday, May 18 from 12-2 pm. We need LOTS of help to get plastic off our beaches and out of our oceans! Students received an email from Mrs. Herrmann with a sign up form, but you can just show up! Gloves and other supplies will be provided, but wear shoes that can get sandy and wet.

FORM

FOOD DRIVE TO SUPPORT THE OPEN DOOR FOOD PANTRY (MAY 12-27)

• Canned and boxed items (no glass please)

• Items most needed: peanut butter, tuna, tomato sauce, healthy snacks

Finn Brady, Owen Fauci, and Jacob Shelton submitted this Letter to the Editor as part of their Civics Action Project, and it was published today! Keep an eye out for other letters written by RMS 8th graders over the next several weeks.

RMHS Where? What? When? Community Calendar

Hello students, teachers, and parents! Check out this new student created website! RMHS Where? What? When? is a student created website. Students can find it in the rpk12s.org bookmarks or use this link: wwwsite.rpk12s.org to get to the website.

To simplify the process for families, we have streamlined all communications to run through the RMHS Main Office. 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 above to help navigate the team available to support you.

Upcoming Community Service Opportunities!

• Volunteers are needed for the Memorial Day Parade on May 26th from 9:30 am to noon. Help set up and clean up, pour soda for the kids, and hand out ice creams at Spiran Hall. The parade starts at Back Beach at 10 am, and the entire parade is done by 11:45 am! Swing by Guidance for more information or contact: kendradagle@gmail.com or sblake0412@gmail.com.

• Please visit the Community Service page on the website for more opportunities and community service forms. Opportunities are also posted on the bulletin board outside of Guidance. Stop by!

Check out this upcoming FREE CGN (College Guidance Network) Webinar

• College Career Services: What to Look For? on Tuesday, May 20th, 7:30pm (ET).

Is college going to be worth it? Part of judging your future “return on investment” for a degree at any college should include a close look at their career services for students and graduates. Join to find out what top career services look like and how to compare them as you build your list. Register here

Check out COLLEGE COURSES for Summer & Fall:

• North Shore Community College is offering a FREE Early College course this summer from July 7th to August 16th. The class, MAT143: Introduction to Statistics, is being held in person on the Lynn Campus, Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9:00am-12:00pm. See Guidance for more information. Seats are limited!

• Salem State University is offering students the opportunity to enroll in Dual Enrollment courses with Salem State. Applications are available in Guidance or use the link to the program details, course availability, and application: Application for Dual Enrollment

• Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) is offering a FREE Summer 2025 Dual Enrollment program for high school juniors who have 3.0+ GPA. MCLA’s Dual Enrollment program provides Massachusetts juniors with the opportunity to earn college credit completely free and take courses online. Explore Summer 2025 Dual Enrollment Courses. If you have any questions, please contact Madeleine McKeon at Madeleine.McKeon@mcla.edu. Two summer sessions: Session A starts on May 21 and Session B starts on July 7, 2025.

Congratulations to the NORTH SHORE Chamber of Commerce's 2025, Honor Scholars Fiona Hebert, Salutatorian and Ella Silver, Valedictorian.

Pictured with RMHS school counselors, Ms. Vavruska and Ms. Price., Fiona and Ella were honored Thursday at a recognition dinner along with the top 5% of graduating seniors from neighboring public and private school on the North Shore.

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:

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.

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.

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.