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September 2022
The Firebird
The Official Newsletter of Rock university High school
Our Mission
Firebirds The mission at Rock University High School is to inspire and empower all students to reach their full potential by providing them with a college preparatory learning experience. The students' learning experience includes an emphasis on STEM and the humanities so that students acquire the knowledge, skills,and practices to become critical and creative thinkers, problem solvers, innovators, leaders, and collaborators. RUHS ensures that graduates can apply what they have learned in order to compete and succeed in a global economy emerging with innovation.
Our Vision
RUHS provides a small, student centered school to move from consumers of information to creators of their own learning. RUHS is a place where creativity, innovation, and flexibility are rewarded. Mistakes are viewed as opportunities and learning is ongoing. RUHS prepares students with the skills, knowledge, and dispositions needed to be successful in college, meaningful careers, and life.
Registration
Registration is required to be completed by parents/guardians in Infinite Campus each year (for all new and returning students). Please note that "registration" and "enrollment" are two different processes. If you are new to the School District of Janesville and have completed the enrollment process at the Educational Services Center (ESC), your next step is to register your student in Infinite Campus with the username and password that was provided to you.
Welcome Back
We welcome you to another successful school year. Our school is a place alive with much energy, enthusiasm, and a high standard of excellence. Here's to an AWESOME new school year as we work togetherto continue to make our school a great place to work and learn every day.
Tools for Success
- pens/pencils
- notebooks
- folders/ binder
- highlighters
- index cards
- markers
Student Technology - Chromebooks
Students new to the School District of Janesville will receive their school issued Chromebook on the first day (Thursday, September 1) provided that the student is registered (see school registration info above) and the technology agreement has been signed in Infinite Campus. All other students should bring their school issued Chromebook from last year to school on their first day.
Let'sWelcome Our New Staff
Mrs. Teri Alder
RUHS STEM Teacher
Mrs. Alder has been teaching Mathematics at UW Whitewater since 2009. Before that, she taught in an alternative education setting in Walworth County. She has three grown children, two grandchildren, and is expecting a third grandchild which is due to be born on one of her favorite holidays, Pi Day! She enjoys spending time with her family, particularly her grandkids. Mrs. Alder loves her busy household that includes two cats and three dogs! She spends all of her free time with her grandchildren, pets, and grand pets, which make her very happy. She is very excited to join Rock University High School. The mission and vision of RUHS drew her attention to our amazing school and she cannot wait to work with our scholars!!
Mr.Robert Martin
RUHS STEM Teacher
Mr. Martin graduated from the University of Wisconsin – Whitewater with a bachelor's degree in mathematics and a master's degree in education. He has more than 10 years of experience in education, including middle school, high school, and college. Mr. Martin comes to RUHS from Wisconsin Virtual Academy where he taught math. He also has several years of experience as a high school basketball and track and field coach. Mr. Martin is excited to be a part of the RUHS team with the goal of helping students grow and develop into successful, independent learners.
We are so excited that you are here!
News and Events
For the 22-23 school year meals charges will go back to a paid, free, or reduced. The school district of Janesville does waive the reduced fee for lunch. Breakfast will remain free for all students. If you are interested in free or reduced lunch, you can access the application in your parent portal!
- Picture day is September 2nd.
- September 16th is the 3rd Friday Count
- September 29th is game night
Happy Birthday to you!
- August 5th Nolan Krohn
- August 8th Elinore Hammerstad
- August 10th Darius Herrera
- August 12th Alexander Castellanos
- August 15th Nevaeh Swanson
- August 16th Mark Lajiness
- August 18th Diane Kuck
- August 18th Amelia Bardeleben
- September 7th Brianna Findlay
- September 8th Cloud Hyatt
- September 12th Jaelah Fields
- September 13th Jocelyn Breidenstein
- September 13th Lilli Cota
- September 16th Jayden Rodriguez
- September 22nd Jacky Marquis
- September 25th Maliya Rochester
- September 26th Briana Meade
- September 26th Ghost Pope
- September 26th Erin Jensen
- September 27th Jae Viramontes
- September 28th Lucy Barnes
RUHS Governing Board Meetings
Thursday, September 22, 2022
12:15 - 1:15 PM
Contact us
Reporting an Absence
Reporting an Absence Parents or guardians should notify the RUHS secretary of an absence by telephone, email, or written note, prior to 8:30 am on the day of the absence, or in advance of the day of absence if the absence is planned. If you are calling your student in absent, please leave the following information on this confidential voicemail. Student's name and the reason the student will be absent. If your student is absent due to illness, please state the type of illness the student is experiencing or any symptoms keeping the student out of school.
Stacy Myszewski
School Secretary
smyszewski@janesville.k12.wi.us
608-743-7426
Reminder
All students must have consent from a parent or guardian to leave school during their scheduled class time prior to leaving. If a student needs to go home during their class time, they must come to the main office and have staff call home to obtain permission.
October 2022
The Firebird
The Official Newsletter of Rock university High school
Our Mission
Firebirds The mission at Rock University High School is to inspire and empower all students to reach their full potential by providing them with a college preparatory learning experience. The students' learning experience includes an emphasis on STEM and the humanities so that students acquire the knowledge, skills,and practices to become critical and creative thinkers, problem solvers, innovators, leaders, and collaborators. RUHS ensures that graduates can apply what they have learned in order to compete and succeed in a global economy emerging with innovation.
Our Vision
RUHS provides a small, student centered school to move from consumers of information to creators of their own learning. RUHS is a place where creativity, innovation, and flexibility are rewarded. Mistakes are viewed as opportunities and learning is ongoing. RUHS prepares students with the skills, knowledge, and dispositions needed to be successful in college, meaningful careers, and life.
Registration
Registration is required to be completed by parents/guardians in Infinite Campus each year (for all new and returning students). Please note that "registration" and "enrollment" are two different processes. If you are new to the School District of Janesville and have completed the enrollment process at the Educational Services Center (ESC), your next step is to register your student in Infinite Campus with the username and password that was provided to you.
News and Events
- October 11th and October 13th Tech Exploration Days.
- October 17-21 BTC Midterms Week
- October 18th BTC Second 8-Week classes begin
- October 25th Manufacturing Day
- October 26th Parent-Student-Teacher Conferences
- October 27th No RUHS classes
Happy Birthday to you!
- October 4th Lillian Wallace
- October 5th Mason Kane
- October 6th Wyatt Marshall
- October 10th Seth Swenson
- October 11th Jaxon Matthess
- October 11th Joshua Schill
- October 20th Marcos Flores-Ortiz
- October 21st Tess Bushaw
- October 22nd Madisyn Cooper
RUHS Governing Board Meetings
October 19, 2022
12:15 - 1:00 PM
Contact us
Reporting an Absence
Reporting an Absence Parents or guardians should notify the RUHS secretary of an absence by telephone, email, or written note, prior to 8:30 am on the day of the absence, or in advance of the day of absence if the absence is planned. If you are calling your student in absent, please leave the following information on this confidential voicemail. Student's name and the reason the student will be absent. If your student is absent due to illness, please state the type of illness the student is experiencing or any symptoms keeping the student out of school.
Stacy Myszewski
School Secretary
smyszewski@janesville.k12.wi.us
608-743-7426
Reminder
All students must have consent from a parent or guardian to leave school during their scheduled class time prior to leaving. If a student needs to go home during their class time, they must come to the main office and have staff call home to obtain permission.
November 2022
The Firebird
The Official Newsletter of Rok university High school
Our Mission
Firebirds The mission at Rock University High School is to inspire and empower all students to reach their full potential by providing them with a college preparatory learning experience. The students' learning experience includes an emphasis on STEM and the humanities so that students acquire the knowledge, skills,and practices to become critical and creative thinkers, problem solvers, innovators, leaders, and collaborators. RUHS ensures that graduates can apply what they have learned in order to compete and succeed in a global economy emerging with innovation.
Our Vision
RUHS provides a small, student centered school to move from consumers of information to creators of their own learning. RUHS is a place where creativity, innovation, and flexibility are rewarded. Mistakes are viewed as opportunities and learning is ongoing. RUHS prepares students with the skills, knowledge, and dispositions needed to be successful in college, meaningful careers, and life.
News and Events
- Thursday, November 3rd End of of first quarter
- Friday, November 4th No RUHS Classes.
- Thursday, November 17th RUHS Open House
- Friday, November 18th No RUHS Classes
- November 24-25 No School Thanksgiving Break
Happy Birthday to you!
- November 1st Gabrielle Richter
- November 4th Aaliyah Hatcher
- November 8th Robert Martin
- November 16th Devyn Klingaman
- November 16th James Mathesius
- November 18th Ana Paula Dominguez Antonio
- November 28th Diana Suarez
RUHS Governing Board Meetings
November 16, 2022
12:15 - 1:00 PM
Contact us
Reporting an Absence
Reporting an Absence Parents or guardians should notify the RUHS secretary of an absence by telephone, email, or written note, prior to 8:30 am on the day of the absence, or in advance of the day of absence if the absence is planned. If you are calling your student in absent, please leave the following information on this confidential voicemail. Student's name and the reason the student will be absent. If your student is absent due to illness, please state the type of illness the student is experiencing or any symptoms keeping the student out of school.
Stacy Myszewski
School Secretary
smyszewski@janesville.k12.wi.us
608-743-7426
Reminder
All students must have consent from a parent or guardian to leave school during their scheduled class time prior to leaving. If a student needs to go home during their class time, they must come to the main office and have staff call home to obtain permission.
December 2022
The Firebird
The Official Newsletter of Rok university High school
Our Mission
Firebirds The mission at Rock University High School is to inspire and empower all students to reach their full potential by providing them with a college preparatory learning experience. The students' learning experience includes an emphasis on STEM and the humanities so that students acquire the knowledge, skills,and practices to become critical and creative thinkers, problem solvers, innovators, leaders, and collaborators. RUHS ensures that graduates can apply what they have learned in order to compete and succeed in a global economy emerging with innovation.
Our Vision
RUHS provides a small, student centered school to move from consumers of information to creators of their own learning. RUHS is a place where creativity, innovation, and flexibility are rewarded. Mistakes are viewed as opportunities and learning is ongoing. RUHS prepares students with the skills, knowledge, and dispositions needed to be successful in college, meaningful careers, and life.
News and Events
- December 5th School Spirit Day
- December 12th School Spirit Day
- December 12-16 Last week of BTC Classes
- December 19 Holiday Pajama Day
- December 20 Favorite Holiday Movie Character
- December 21 Ugly Sweater Day
- December 21 Potluck Day
- December 21- January 2 Winter Break
Happy Birthday to you!
- December 2nd Emma Watson
- December 7th Logan Guenther
- December 8th Nathaniel Lounsbury
- December 10th Teri Alder
- December 13th Alyssa Palumbo
- December 20 Stacy Myszewski
- December 21st Jaylynn Hill
- December 26th Noah McKillips
RUHS Governing Board Meetings
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
12:15 - 1:00 PM
Contact us
Reporting an Absence
Reporting an Absence Parents or guardians should notify the RUHS secretary of an absence by telephone, email, or written note, prior to 8:30 am on the day of the absence, or in advance of the day of absence if the absence is planned. If you are calling your student in absent, please leave the following information on this confidential voicemail. Student's name and the reason the student will be absent. If your student is absent due to illness, please state the type of illness the student is experiencing or any symptoms keeping the student out of school.
Stacy Myszewski
School Secretary
smyszewski@janesville.k12.wi.us
608-743-7426
Reminder
All students must have consent from a parent or guardian to leave school during their scheduled class time prior to leaving. If a student needs to go home during their class time, they must come to the main office and have staff call home to obtain permission.
January 2023
The Firebird
The Official Newsletter of Rok university High school
Our Mission
Firebirds The mission at Rock University High School is to inspire and empower all students to reach their full potential by providing them with a college preparatory learning experience. The students' learning experience includes an emphasis on STEM and the humanities so that students acquire the knowledge, skills,and practices to become critical and creative thinkers, problem solvers, innovators, leaders, and collaborators. RUHS ensures that graduates can apply what they have learned in order to compete and succeed in a global economy emerging with innovation.
Our Vision
RUHS provides a small, student centered school to move from consumers of information to creators of their own learning. RUHS is a place where creativity, innovation, and flexibility are rewarded. Mistakes are viewed as opportunities and learning is ongoing. RUHS prepares students with the skills, knowledge, and dispositions needed to be successful in college, meaningful careers, and life.
News and Events
- Tuesday, January 3rd School resumes
- Monday, January 16th No School MLK Jr. Day
- Monday, January 16th BTC Campus Closed
- Tuesday, January 17 BTC Classes resume this Week
- Tuesday, January 17 No RUHS Classes. Teacher grading day
- Wednesday, January 18 RUHS Conferences
- Thursday, January 19 RUHS Conferences. End of Semester 1
- Thursday, January 19 Intent to return deadline
- Friday, January 20 Semester 2 begins
Happy Birthday to you!
- January 5th Trayvon Crain
- January 5th Spirit Wembley-Lewis
- January 6th Nadia Gonzalez
- January 10th Isabel Sarrazin
- January 15th Alivia Diaz
- January 21st Lauren Adams
- January 24 Brooks Butler
- January 24 Blaise Butler
- January 31 Sonja Jenson
RUHS Governing Board Meetings
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
12:15 - 1:00 PM
Contact us
Reporting an Absence
Reporting an Absence Parents or guardians should notify the RUHS secretary of an absence by telephone, email, or written note, prior to 8:30 am on the day of the absence, or in advance of the day of absence if the absence is planned. If you are calling your student in absent, please leave the following information on this confidential voicemail. Student's name and the reason the student will be absent. If your student is absent due to illness, please state the type of illness the student is experiencing or any symptoms keeping the student out of school.
Stacy Myszewski
School Secretary
smyszewski@janesville.k12.wi.us
608-743-7426
Reminder
All students must have consent from a parent or guardian to leave school during their scheduled class time prior to leaving. If a student needs to go home during their class time, they must come to the main office and have staff call home to obtain permission.
February 2023
The Firebird
The Official Newsletter of Rok university High school
Our Mission
Firebirds The mission at Rock University High School is to inspire and empower all students to reach their full potential by providing them with a college preparatory learning experience. The students' learning experience includes an emphasis on STEM and the humanities so that students acquire the knowledge, skills,and practices to become critical and creative thinkers, problem solvers, innovators, leaders, and collaborators. RUHS ensures that graduates can apply what they have learned in order to compete and succeed in a global economy emerging with innovation.
Our Vision
RUHS provides a small, student centered school to move from consumers of information to creators of their own learning. RUHS is a place where creativity, innovation, and flexibility are rewarded. Mistakes are viewed as opportunities and learning is ongoing. RUHS prepares students with the skills, knowledge, and dispositions needed to be successful in college, meaningful careers, and life.
News and Events
- February 6th-10th School Counselor Appreciation Week
- Tuesday February 14th Potluck: Sweets for your sweets 11:00 am - 1:30 pm
- Tuesday February 14th Spirit Day: Dress to Impress
- Tuesday February 14th Game Night 4:00 - 6:00 pm
- Thursday, February 23rd 5:30-7:00 pm RUHS Open House
Happy Birthday to you!
- February 4th Nikao Milligan
- February 5th Tyrone Keo
- February 6th Dane Myszewski
- February 10th Annabelle Hundt
- February 13th Dr. Kolleen Onsrud
- February 27th Jameson Punzel
RUHS Governing Board Meetings
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
12:15 - 1:00 PM
Contact us
Reporting an Absence
Reporting an Absence Parents or guardians should notify the RUHS secretary of an absence by telephone, email, or written note, prior to 8:30 am on the day of the absence, or in advance of the day of absence if the absence is planned. If you are calling your student in absent, please leave the following information on this confidential voicemail. Student's name and the reason the student will be absent. If your student is absent due to illness, please state the type of illness the student is experiencing or any symptoms keeping the student out of school.
Stacy Myszewski
School Secretary
smyszewski@janesville.k12.wi.us
608-743-7426
Reminder
All students must have consent from a parent or guardian to leave school during their scheduled class time prior to leaving. If a student needs to go home during their class time, they must come to the main office and have staff call home to obtain permission.
March 2023
The Firebird
The Official Newsletter of Rok university High school
Our Mission
Firebirds The mission at Rock University High School is to inspire and empower all students to reach their full potential by providing them with a college preparatory learning experience. The students' learning experience includes an emphasis on STEM and the humanities so that students acquire the knowledge, skills,and practices to become critical and creative thinkers, problem solvers, innovators, leaders, and collaborators. RUHS ensures that graduates can apply what they have learned in order to compete and succeed in a global economy emerging with innovation.
Our Vision
RUHS provides a small, student centered school to move from consumers of information to creators of their own learning. RUHS is a place where creativity, innovation, and flexibility are rewarded. Mistakes are viewed as opportunities and learning is ongoing. RUHS prepares students with the skills, knowledge, and dispositions needed to be successful in college, meaningful careers, and life.
News and Events
- Wednesday, March 1st: 4:00 pm-7:00 pm Parent/ Student/ Teacher Conferences. RUHS Open House
- Thursday, March 3rd: No RUHS Classes. Conferences. BTC classes meet as scheduled.
- Tuesday, March 7th: ACT Testing for 11th graders only. No classes for other grades.
- Monday, March 13th: School Spirit day. Wear RUHS colors.
- Tuesday, March 14th: Jake from State Farm day / Science Education Appreciation Day!
- Wednesday, March 15th: Anything BUT a backpack day
- Thursday, March 16th: Tacky Tourist day
- Friday, March 17th: Favorite Childhood Cartoon day
- March 13-17: BTC Spring Break Week
- March 20-24: BTC Midterms / RUHS Spring Break Week
- Tuesday, March 21: BTC Second 8 Week Classes Begin
- Thursday, March 30th: End of 3rd Quarter
- Friday, March 31: No RUHS classes. Teacher Development Day. BTC classes as scheduled.
Happy Birthday to you!
- March 13th Adriana Zarate
- March 17th Araceli Beltran
- March 18th Gage Kane
- March 20th Adam Hedden
- March 22nd Megan Binder
- March 28th Sinai Garcia Bello
- March 31st Adam Nesheim
RUHS Governing Board Meetings
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
12:15 - 1:00 PM
Contact us
Reporting an Absence
Reporting an Absence Parents or guardians should notify the RUHS secretary of an absence by telephone, email, or written note, prior to 8:30 am on the day of the absence, or in advance of the day of absence if the absence is planned. If you are calling your student in absent, please leave the following information on this confidential voicemail. Student's name and the reason the student will be absent. If your student is absent due to illness, please state the type of illness the student is experiencing or any symptoms keeping the student out of school.
Stacy Myszewski
School Secretary
smyszewski@janesville.k12.wi.us
608-743-7426
Reminder
All students must have consent from a parent or guardian to leave school during their scheduled class time prior to leaving. If a student needs to go home during their class time, they must come to the main office and have staff call home to obtain permission.
April 2023
The Firebird
The Official Newsletter of Rok university High school
Our Mission
The mission at Rock University High School is to inspire and empower all students to reach their full potential by providing them a college preparatory learning experience.
Our Vision
RUHS provides a small, student centered school to move from consumers of information to creators of their own learning. RUHS is a place where creativity, innovation, and flexibility are rewarded. Mistakes are viewed as opportunities and learning is ongoing. RUHS prepares students with the skills, knowledge, and dispositions needed to be successful in college, meaningful careers, and life.
News and Events
- Wednesday, April 5th: Paraprofessional Appreciation Day!
- Thursday, April 6th: No RUHS Classes. Teacher PD Day. BTC classes meet as scheduled.
- Friday, April 7th: No RUHS Classes. BTC classes meet as scheduled.
- Friday, April 11th: PreACT Testing (9th-10th grades) Forward Exam (10th grade). No RUHS classes for 11th and 12th grade. BTC classes meet as scheduled.
- April 12th & 13th: BTC Tech Exploration Days
- Wednesday, April 26th: Administrative Professional Appreciation Day
Happy Birthday to you!
- April 6th Camille Shepherd
- April 7th Ms. Angela Kerr
- April 7th Kylee Comstock
- April 14th Cora Scheidegger-Henry
- April 19th Amelia Sheridan
- April 28th Marelly Romero-Martinez
RUHS Governing Board Meetings
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
12:15 - 1:00 PM
Contact us
Reporting an Absence
Reporting an Absence Parents or guardians should notify the RUHS secretary of an absence by telephone, email, or written note, prior to 8:30 am on the day of the absence, or in advance of the day of absence if the absence is planned. If you are calling your student in absent, please leave the following information on this confidential voicemail. Student's name and the reason the student will be absent. If your student is absent due to illness, please state the type of illness the student is experiencing or any symptoms keeping the student out of school.
Stacy Myszewski
School Secretary
smyszewski@janesville.k12.wi.us
608-743-7426
Reminder
All students must have consent from a parent or guardian to leave school during their scheduled class time prior to leaving. If a student needs to go home during their class time, they must come to the main office and have staff call home to obtain permission.