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It's hard to believe that the 2022–2023 academic year will end in just four weeks. Our Seniors finish their school year next week. This is an exciting time of the year for many reasons. We want to emphasize to our students that the school year is still in progress. Please help us encourage them to finish strong.

We look forward to celebrating our Seniors this coming week! Lots of awesome Senior activities/events. See the 'Senior Corner' below and all the messaging you have received from the Senior Class Advisors (Mr. McMann & Mrs. Ochoa).

Have a great weekend!

May 22 - 23 Senior Final Assessments/Exams

May 23 Seniors Last Academic Day and Honors Convocation

May 24 Senior Activities and Rehearsal

May 24 Senior Cruise @7pm

May 25 Prom

May 26 Half Day for Staff & Students

May 29 Memorial Day – No School

Mark your calendars! Royal Oak High School will host its Annual Honors Convocation on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at Royal Oak Middle School (Dondero Auditorium). This is an evening to celebrate student accomplishments. Invites have been sent out and regalia will be distributed at the ceremony.

Senior final assessments/exams are quickly approaching! Senior final assessments will be on May 22nd, hours 4, 5, 6 (All grades attend full day regular class time schedule) and May 23rd, hours 1, 2, 3 (½ day for 12th graders only).

Locations: Royal Oak High School Learning Commons

Dates/Times: June 19 - July 14 (no class Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4)
AM Session runs 8:00am - 11:30am
PM Session runs 12:00pm - 3:30pm

Cost: Free for students who live in or attend Royal Oak Schools.

Program Offerings: Click on the link to learn more about our program offerings.

To Enroll: Complete the form: ROHS Summer School Enrollment

List of summer school classes available are located in the above link.
A school representative will follow up with you the week prior to June 19.

“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.

SENIOR FINAL ASSESSMENTS

• May 22nd: Final Assessments/Exams hours 4, 5, 6 (All grades attend full day regular class time schedule)

• May 23rd: Final Assessments/Exams 1, 2, 3 (Regular class time schedule - ½ day for 12th graders only)

SENIOR ACTIVITIES

MAY 23, 2023

• Cap and Gown Distribution
• Senior Clap Out
• Honors Convocation @ ROMS (See Below)

MAY 24, 2023

• Seniors Arrival Time: 7:55am
• Senior Check Out
• Senior Video
• Graduation Rehearsal
• Senior Luncheon
• Yearbook Distribution
• Seniors Departure Time: ~11:10am
• Senior Cruise @ 7pm

MAY 25TH

• Prom Night

HONORS CONVOCATION

Our annual Honors Convocation is Tuesday, May 23, 2023, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at Royal Oak Middle School (Dondero Auditorium). This is an evening to celebrate student accomplishments. Invites will be sent out to all invited student guests and regalia will be distributed at the ceremony.

HAVEN TRAINING INFORMATION AND PARENT OPT-OUT

In May, ROHS is offering HAVEN Training for 9th-11th graders. The HAVEN Training program will occur during the school day. The curriculum will be presented by skilled Prevention Education Specialists. Haven is Oakland County’s only comprehensive program for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. HAVEN provides shelter, counseling, advocacy, and educational programming to nearly 30,000 people each year. We partner with Haven to provide our students with skills on violence-free relationships: sexual harassment (9th), dating violence (10th), sexual assault (11th), and consent training (12th). Training is facilitated by Haven personnel and our counselors and social workers will be available to support students during each session.

Today is the last day to opt out if you DO NOT want your child to participate in HAVEN Training.

Please email brittany.landau@royaloakschools.org to OPT-OUT.

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)

ROHS PICK-UP & DROP-OFF

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.

One of the greatest and growing areas of concern is the practice of families dropping students off in the circle drive (Lexington/Crooks). 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.

VAPING

Your continued and consistent help is needed. While having family discussions, we ask that you partner with us to speak out against vaping. Collectively we can do this. Our goal is to change this negative behavior occurring around our great school (especially in the bathrooms). Together WE can make a difference. OUR entire school community will be better because of this work. Thank you so much in advance for your efforts. OUR kids will love us for it!

NO PLACE FOR HATE

ROHS is pleased to join the ADL in the NO PLACE FOR HATE campaign. As partners in this student driven commitment, ROHS's pledge is to:

• Try at all times to be aware of bias and seek to understand those perceived different from others
• Reach out to support those who are targets of hate
• Think of specific ways to promote respect for people and create a prejudice free zone
• Speak out against all forms of prejudice and discrimination

ECF CHROMEBOOKS

Parent(s)/Guardian(s) can complete the ECF Chromebook Request Form in order to get a Chromebook for a student. Please make sure to read the request/commitment form carefully. Chromebooks will be delivered to ROHS toward the end of each week.

Please visit the District Technology Website for additional information and support. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Hermon (Amy.Hermon@royaloakschools.org)

MATH TUTORING

ROHS will offer free math tutoring provided by the math department for any ROHS student enrolled in: Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2. Daily Math Tutoring Schedule.

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.

Senior Opportunity -

Curtis Glass (located in Troy)- looking to hire a graduate interested in working in glass & aluminum,

• $18.00/hour
• Benefits
• Union Shop/Construction Trades

Contact: Henry Dubek @ 248-640-2659 for more information and an application!

Career Pathway Presentation - Beaumont Health - Now hiring 16+

• Thinking about a career in Health? Looking for a job with flexible hours? Beaumont is now hiring high school students 16 or older for entry-level positions! Grads too!
• Environmental Attendants (housekeeping), Nutrition Services Attendants, Patient Transporters and Baristas
• $15/hour minimum. Up to $750 sign-on bonus for some part-time roles.
• Training Provided! Growth potential. Work permit required.

Click the link here to apply for a job! Fill in the position and the Category is General.

OCC Short Term Training Program

This program is for in-demand jobs in Healthcare, Manufacturing, IT and Supply Chain that pay in the $17-24/hour range. There is funding for these programs through Michigan Works and most students are able to take the training at no cost. Contact: Le'Anna Sosnoski-Miller - 248-232-4174 or llsosnos@oaklandcc.edu.

SCHOLARSHIP & JOB INFORMATION CAN ALWAYS BE FOUND IN XELLO!

Juniors & Seniors can look under College Planning on their Dashboard!

Freshman & Sophomores look under Links & Resources.

14 Tips for Test Taking Success - by Mary Sharp Emerson, Digital Content Producer Harvard Summer School

10 Ways to Overcome Test Anxiety - The Princeton Review

Testing and Career Development Coordinator: Janet Norling

https://janetnorling.youcanbook.me/

Lezah Phillips for Andrea Grove - Counselor (A-D)

Lezah.Phillips@royaloakschools.org

Erin Boedeker - Counselor (E-K)

Erin.Boedeker@royaloakschools.org

Jodi Neal - Counselor (L-R)

Jodi.Neal@royaloakschools.org

Kevin Botos - Counselor (S-Z)

Kevin.Botos@royaloakschools.org

Emily Wade - Special Education Social Worker

Emily.Wade@royaloakschools.org

KaiLi McGrath - General Education Social Worker

KaiLi.Mcgrath@royaloakschools.org

Class of 2023 Postsecondary Plans Survey: We have received over 200 responses to the Class of 2023 Postsecondary Plans Survey. If you have not completed this mandatory survey, please do so as soon as possible! Check your email for the link.

SENIOR Transition Resources:

STEP (Student Transition & Engagement Program) would like to cordially invite the Class of 2023 to receive transitional support this summer. This is a program to support high school students as they transition to their postsecondary endeavors. See the attached Regional STEP Flyer for more information.

OCC Jumpstart Program: The OCC Jumpstart Program is a 3-week program designed to help you get ready for college. The program is free if you live in Oakland County, earned a high school diploma, and have not previously attended college classes. More information can be found on their website.

Any seniors interested in joining a skilled trade? Attend the MRCC-SE Michigan Hiring Combine this Saturday, May 20th. You must be 18 or older at the time of the event to participate or 17 with a parent present to provide consent. Connect. Get Hired. Earn a good living. More information and registration for the event can be found in this article.

ACADEMIC SUPPORT: If you review your child's progress and believe they could benefit from tips, tutors, and other resources, please take a look at these Academic Support Resources.

ATTENTION Current OSTC Families: Please review upcoming dates/exceptions below.

5/19: last day for Seniors at OSTC

5/26: 1/2 day (only A.M. OSTC students attend)

6/12: last day for OSTC students

TRAILS: Suicide Awareness and Prevention for Caregivers and Communities

Please plan to attend a free presentation: Suicide Awareness and Prevention for Caregivers and Communities, Wednesday, May 24 from 6:30-7:45pm (Eastern). Discussion will take place via Zoom: https://bit.ly/3UUoj3k

Virtual Behavioral Health Urgent Care through Common Ground

Access to mental health care when you need it most GET HELP NOW. CALL: 248-983-5454

Behavioral Health Urgent Care (BHUC) is a virtual visit platform for people who need immediate emotional or psychiatric support from a licensed healthcare provider.

BLOOMFIELD CHILD AND FAMILY COUNSELING SUMMER GROUPS

As the school year comes to a close - BCFC is ready to Splash into Summer with a variety of different group options ranging from preschool - high school as well as numerous parent support groups. Please take a look at our group listing and descriptions attached.

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! Check out the website for more information.

NOT RECEIVING ROHS UPDATES?

If you hear from another ROHS parent that they are not receiving these updates, please encourage them to contact Sarah Mohler (Sarah.Mohler@oakland.k12.mi.us). She can help resolve the issue.

• Canvas Access Instructions
• Dr. Kim’s Corner: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
• 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.