Newsletter

RUHS MISSION

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. 

RUHS VISION 

Rock University High School 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.

UPCOMING DATES AND EVENTS

Birthdays This Month

• Jan 6th  Josef Draves
• Jan 14th Isabella Grassi
• Jan 16th Nick Hughes
• Jan 18th Dr. Eric Stoner
• Jan 28th Levi Marshall

 

 

RUHS Governing Board Meeting

When: Tuesday, January 21, 2025
Time:     4:00 PM

Calendar / Important Dates

CLOSINGS / SCHOOL CANCELLATIONS:

Rock University High School (RUHS) is an instrumentality of the School District of Janesville (SDJ) and adheres to all inclement weather and school closings or delays. RUHS is also located on the campus of Blackhawk Technical College (BTC) which also requires following BTC closings and/or delays. If either the School District of Janesville or Blackhawk Technical College unexpectedly needs to close for any reason, RUHS will be closed. Communications will be delivered through Campus Messenger, email, Facebook, phone messages, and/or text message.

Date	Event
Thursday, January 2, 2025	School Resumes ~ BTC Cafeteria Closed Jan. 2-3
Thursday, January 9, 2025	Earth Science Field Trip
Friday, January 10, 2025	BTC Winter Break Campus Closed
Monday, January 13, 2025	BTC Classes Resume
Monday, January 20, 2025	No School - MLK Day, Teacher PD Day
Wednesday, January 22- Thursday, January 23, 2025	Student Conferences
Thursday, January 23, 2025	End of 2nd Quarter
Friday, January 24, 2025	No School, Teacher PD Day

6.3 Reporting an Absence

Parents or guardians should notify the RUHS secretary of an absence by telephone, email, or written note, before 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

BULLYING PREVENTION

The School District of Janesville Board of Education strives to provide an educational environment where every student feels safe, respected, and welcomed. (Board Policy 5141) The Board also strives to provide an educational environment where every staff member can serve students in an atmosphere that is free from significant disruptions and obstacles that impede learning and performance. Bullying can have harmful social, physical, psychological, and/or academic effects on those who engage in these behaviors, victims of such behaviors, and bystanders who observe acts of bullying. The District prohibits any form of bullying behavior by students towards other students, school employees, volunteers, or any other person(s).

Bullying includes aggressive or hostile behavior that is intentional and involves an imbalance of power between the bully and the bullied. Bullying is a form of victimization and is not necessarily a result of or part of an ongoing conflict. Bullying is defined as any conscious, willful, or deliberate acts, or attempted acts, through the use of words, images, gestures, or other physical actions, including electronically transmitted acts, that are intended to cause physical injury, emotional distress, or property damage. Bullying includes, but is not limited to, behaviors motivated by an actual or perceived distinguishing characteristic or factor including sex, race, national origin, ancestry, religion, color, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability or handicap. Bullying may also be motivated by any other distinguishing factor such as gender identity, physical appearance, or social, economic, or family status.

Examples of acts of bullying include physical intimidation, force or assault, humiliation, sexual or racist remarks, extortion, verbal or written threats, taunting, put-downs, name-calling, threatening or menacing looks or gestures, spreading cruel rumors, and social exclusion. This includes acts of cyber-bullying that involve sending or posting inappropriate, insulting, or threatening messages or images through electronic communication systems such as the Internet, e-mail, cell phones, or other personal devices.

Bullying is prohibited on District grounds, at District-related activities, or on transportation to and from school or District-sponsored activities. Harassing bullying behavior is prohibited in all educational environments, regardless of whether the facility or location is owned, leased, or otherwise used or provided by the District.

Acts of bullying that originate off school premises and outside of the school’s control may be subject to the provisions of this policy and related procedures if the conduct is determined to be substantially disruptive to the educational process and the day-to-day operations of a school. This includes but is not limited to, threats made outside of school hours that communicate intent to be carried out during any school-related or school-sponsored program or activity, or on any vehicles used for transportation to and from school and school-sponsored activities. All complaints about bullying shall be promptly investigated. The District shall respect the privacy of the complainant, the individual(s) against whom the complaint is filed, and the witnesses as much as practicable and in a manner consistent with the Board’s legal obligations to investigate, take appropriate action and conform to discovery or disclosure requirements. Disclosure of information related to the complaint shall be made only to those with a legitimate need to know. All records generated as a result of the complaint and appeal processes shall be maintained as confidential to the extent permitted by law.

If the investigations find bullying has occurred, school officials shall take prompt and necessary action up to and including behavioral interventions and support, disciplinary action, and/or referral to law enforcement officials or social services. Consequences shall be unique to the nature of the behavior, the developmental level of the student, and the history of the problem behaviors. Remedial measures shall be designed to correct the problem behavior, prevent other occurrences, and protect the victim. The District shall also take appropriate action against any student or District employee who retaliates against any person who makes a good-faith report of alleged bullying or against anyone who testifies, assists, or participates in an investigation or hearing related to such behavior. Employees found to have facilitated or participated in bullying behavior against students or to have been aware that bullying was taking place and failed to report the behavior are considered to violate the prohibition expressed by this policy and may be subject to disciplinary action.

This policy shall be distributed annually to all students enrolled in the School District, parents/guardians, and all District employees. It shall also be distributed to organizations in the community that have cooperative agreements with the schools. The District shall provide a copy of the policy to anyone upon request.

Records shall be maintained on the number and types of reports made, and sanctions imposed for violations of this policy in accordance with established procedures.

The School District of Janesville administration works closely with the Janesville Police Department in creating a safe environment for students and families. To learn more about our unique anonymous tip reporting tool, please visit our Bullying Prevention page.

RUHS MISSION

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. 

RUHS VISION 

Rock University High School 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.

UPCOMING DATES AND EVENTS

Birthdays This Month

• Dec 5th  Madalyn Cooper
• Dec 7th Logan Guenther
• Dec 8th Spencer Smiley
• Dec 10th Mrs. Teri Alder
• Dec 10th Riley Schoen-Kelly
• Dec 17th Felicity Bobzien
• Dec 20th Mrs. Stacy Myszewski
• Dec 22nd Valkyrie Hall
• Dec 28th Luz Ramos
• Dec 28th Jasmyn Vera
• Dec 30th Celestia Carroll

RUHS Governing Board Meeting

When: Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Time:     4:00 PM

Calendar / Important Dates

CLOSINGS / SCHOOL CANCELLATIONS:

Rock University High School (RUHS) is an instrumentality of the School District of Janesville (SDJ) and adheres to all inclement weather and school closings or delays. RUHS is also located on the campus of Blackhawk Technical College (BTC) which also requires following BTC closings and/or delays. If either the School District of Janesville or Blackhawk Technical College unexpectedly needs to close for any reason, RUHS will be closed. Communications will be delivered through Campus Messenger, email, Facebook, phone messages, and/or text message.

Date	Event
Tuesday, December 3, 2024	Scoopie Night
Wednesday, December 11, 2024	RUHS Open House 10-Year Anniversary Celebration
December 23, 2024 -January 1, 2025	BTC Winter Break Campus Closed
December 23, 2024 -January 1, 2025	JSD Winter Break Campus Closed

6.3 Reporting an Absence

Parents or guardians should notify the RUHS secretary of an absence by telephone, email, or written note, before 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

BULLYING PREVENTION

The School District of Janesville Board of Education strives to provide an educational environment where every student feels safe, respected, and welcomed. (Board Policy 5141) The Board also strives to provide an educational environment where every staff member can serve students in an atmosphere that is free from significant disruptions and obstacles that impede learning and performance. Bullying can have harmful social, physical, psychological, and/or academic effects on those who engage in these behaviors, victims of such behaviors, and bystanders who observe acts of bullying. The District prohibits any form of bullying behavior by students towards other students, school employees, volunteers, or any other person(s).

Bullying includes aggressive or hostile behavior that is intentional and involves an imbalance of power between the bully and the bullied. Bullying is a form of victimization and is not necessarily a result of or part of an ongoing conflict. Bullying is defined as any conscious, willful, or deliberate acts, or attempted acts, through the use of words, images, gestures, or other physical actions, including electronically transmitted acts, that are intended to cause physical injury, emotional distress, or property damage. Bullying includes, but is not limited to, behaviors motivated by an actual or perceived distinguishing characteristic or factor including sex, race, national origin, ancestry, religion, color, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability or handicap. Bullying may also be motivated by any other distinguishing factor such as gender identity, physical appearance, or social, economic, or family status.

Examples of acts of bullying include physical intimidation, force or assault, humiliation, sexual or racist remarks, extortion, verbal or written threats, taunting, put-downs, name-calling, threatening or menacing looks or gestures, spreading cruel rumors, and social exclusion. This includes acts of cyber-bullying that involve sending or posting inappropriate, insulting, or threatening messages or images through electronic communication systems such as the Internet, e-mail, cell phones, or other personal devices.

Bullying is prohibited on District grounds, at District-related activities, or on transportation to and from school or District-sponsored activities. Harassing bullying behavior is prohibited in all educational environments, regardless of whether the facility or location is owned, leased, or otherwise used or provided by the District.

Acts of bullying that originate off school premises and outside of the school’s control may be subject to the provisions of this policy and related procedures if the conduct is determined to be substantially disruptive to the educational process and the day-to-day operations of a school. This includes but is not limited to, threats made outside of school hours that communicate intent to be carried out during any school-related or school-sponsored program or activity, or on any vehicles used for transportation to and from school and school-sponsored activities.All complaints about bullying shall be promptly investigated. The District shall respect the privacy of the complainant, the individual(s) against whom the complaint is filed, and the witnesses as much as practicable and in a manner consistent with the Board’s legal obligations to investigate, take appropriate action and conform to discovery or disclosure requirements. Disclosure of information related to the complaint shall be made only to those with a legitimate need to know. All records generated as a result of the complaint and appeal processes shall be maintained as confidential to the extent permitted by law.

If the investigations find bullying has occurred, school officials shall take prompt and necessary action up to and including behavioral interventions and support, disciplinary action, and/or referral to law enforcement officials or social services. Consequences shall be unique to the nature of the behavior, the developmental level of the student, and the history of the problem behaviors. Remedial measures shall be designed to correct the problem behavior, prevent other occurrences, and protect the victim. The District shall also take appropriate action against any student or District employee who retaliates against any person who makes a good-faith report of alleged bullying or against anyone who testifies, assists, or participates in an investigation or hearing related to such behavior. Employees found to have facilitated or participated in bullying behavior against students or to have been aware that bullying was taking place and failed to report the behavior are considered to violate the prohibition expressed by this policy and may be subject to disciplinary action.

This policy shall be distributed annually to all students enrolled in the School District, parents/guardians, and all District employees. It shall also be distributed to organizations in the community that have cooperative agreements with the schools. The District shall provide a copy of the policy to anyone upon request.

Records shall be maintained on the number and types of reports made, and sanctions imposed for violations of this policy in accordance with established procedures.

The School District of Janesville administration works closely with the Janesville Police Department in creating a safe environment for students and families. To learn more about our unique anonymous tip reporting tool, please visit our Bullying Prevention page.

RUHS MISSION

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. 

RUHS VISION 

Rock University High School 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.

UPCOMING DATES AND EVENTS

Birthdays This Month

• Nov 1st  Gabrielle Richter
• Nov. 3rd Samuel Wallace
• Nov. 8th Mr. Martin
• Nov. 9th Ray Gilley
• Nov. 18th Ana Dominguez
• Nov. 23rd A.J. Allen
• Nov. 23rd Yanalii Beall Hernandez
• Nov. 25th Damaris Romero Martinez

RUHS Governing Board Meeting

When: Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Time:     4:00 PM

Calendar / Important Dates

CLOSINGS / SCHOOL CANCELLATIONS:

Rock University High School (RUHS) is an instrumentality of the School District of Janesville (SDJ) and adheres to all inclement weather and school closings or delays. RUHS is also located on the campus of Blackhawk Technical College (BTC) which also requires following BTC closings and/or delays. If either the School District of Janesville or Blackhawk Technical College unexpectedly needs to close for any reason, RUHS will be closed. Communications will be delivered through Campus Messenger, email, Facebook, phone messages, and/or text message.

Date	Event
Monday, November 4, 2024	No School-Teacher PD DAy
Monday, November 11, 2024	Veteran's Day
Thursday, November 14, 2024	Parker HS Job Fair
Monday, November 18, 2024	Parent Group Meeting
Wednesday, November 27 - Friday, November 29, 2024	Thanksgiving Break

6.3 Reporting an Absence

Parents or guardians should notify the RUHS secretary of an absence by telephone, email, or written note, before 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

BULLYING PREVENTION

The School District of Janesville Board of Education strives to provide an educational environment where every student feels safe, respected, and welcomed. (Board Policy 5141) The Board also strives to provide an educational environment where every staff member can serve students in an atmosphere that is free from significant disruptions and obstacles that impede learning and performance. Bullying can have harmful social, physical, psychological, and/or academic effects on those who engage in these behaviors, victims of such behaviors, and bystanders who observe acts of bullying. The District prohibits any form of bullying behavior by students towards other students, school employees, volunteers, or any other person(s).

Bullying includes aggressive or hostile behavior that is intentional and involves an imbalance of power between the bully and the bullied. Bullying is a form of victimization and is not necessarily a result of or part of an ongoing conflict. Bullying is defined as any conscious, willful, or deliberate acts, or attempted acts, through the use of words, images, gestures, or other physical actions, including electronically transmitted acts, that are intended to cause physical injury, emotional distress, or property damage. Bullying includes, but is not limited to, behaviors motivated by an actual or perceived distinguishing characteristic or factor including sex, race, national origin, ancestry, religion, color, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability or handicap. Bullying may also be motivated by any other distinguishing factor such as gender identity, physical appearance, or social, economic, or family status.

Examples of acts of bullying include physical intimidation, force or assault, humiliation, sexual or racist remarks, extortion, verbal or written threats, taunting, put-downs, name-calling, threatening or menacing looks or gestures, spreading cruel rumors, and social exclusion. This includes acts of cyber-bullying that involve sending or posting inappropriate, insulting, or threatening messages or images through electronic communication systems such as the Internet, e-mail, cell phones, or other personal devices.

Bullying is prohibited on District grounds, at District-related activities, or on transportation to and from school or District-sponsored activities. Harassing bullying behavior is prohibited in all educational environments, regardless of whether the facility or location is owned, leased, or otherwise used or provided by the District.

Acts of bullying that originate off school premises and outside of the school’s control may be subject to the provisions of this policy and related procedures if the conduct is determined to be substantially disruptive to the educational process and the day-to-day operations of a school. This includes but is not limited to, threats made outside of school hours that communicate intent to be carried out during any school-related or school-sponsored program or activity, or on any vehicles used for transportation to and from school and school-sponsored activities.All complaints about bullying shall be promptly investigated. The District shall respect the privacy of the complainant, the individual(s) against whom the complaint is filed, and the witnesses as much as practicable and in a manner consistent with the Board’s legal obligations to investigate, take appropriate action and conform to discovery or disclosure requirements. Disclosure of information related to the complaint shall be made only to those with a legitimate need to know. All records generated as a result of the complaint and appeal processes shall be maintained as confidential to the extent permitted by law.

If the investigations find bullying has occurred, school officials shall take prompt and necessary action up to and including behavioral interventions and support, disciplinary action, and/or referral to law enforcement officials or social services. Consequences shall be unique to the nature of the behavior, the developmental level of the student, and the history of the problem behaviors. Remedial measures shall be designed to correct the problem behavior, prevent other occurrences, and protect the victim. The District shall also take appropriate action against any student or District employee who retaliates against any person who makes a good-faith report of alleged bullying or against anyone who testifies, assists, or participates in an investigation or hearing related to such behavior. Employees found to have facilitated or participated in bullying behavior against students or to have been aware that bullying was taking place and failed to report the behavior are considered to violate the prohibition expressed by this policy and may be subject to disciplinary action.

This policy shall be distributed annually to all students enrolled in the School District, parents/guardians, and all District employees. It shall also be distributed to organizations in the community that have cooperative agreements with the schools. The District shall provide a copy of the policy to anyone upon request.

Records shall be maintained on the number and types of reports made, and sanctions imposed for violations of this policy in accordance with established procedures.

The School District of Janesville administration works closely with the Janesville Police Department in creating a safe environment for students and families. To learn more about our unique anonymous tip reporting tool, please visit our Bullying Prevention page.

RUHS MISSION

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. 

RUHS VISION 

Rock University High School 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.

UPCOMING DATES AND EVENTS

Birthdays This Month

• Oct. 1st  Nikola Palmer
• Oct. 2nd Dr. Hernandez
• Oct. 3rd Carter Holtz
• Oct. 4th Lillian Wallace
• Oct. 4th Bryana Olver
• Oct. 5th Patrick Francis
• Oct. 8th Cala Leonhard
• Oct. 10th Aivan Alfonso-Schneider
• Oct. 11th Jaxon Matthess
• Oct. 13th Madyson Johnson
• Oct. 26th Makayla Morales

RUHS Governing Board Meeting

When:Wednesday, October 15, 2024
Time:     4:00 PM

Calendar / Important Dates

CLOSINGS / SCHOOL CANCELLATIONS:

Rock University High School (RUHS) is an instrumentality of the School District of Janesville (SDJ) and adheres to all inclement weather and school closings or delays. RUHS is also located on the campus of Blackhawk Technical College (BTC) which also requires following BTC closings and/or delays. If either the School District of Janesville or Blackhawk Technical College unexpectedly needs to close for any reason, RUHS will be closed. Communications will be delivered through Campus Messenger, email, Facebook, phone messages, and/or text message.

Date	Event
Friday, October 4, 2024	Mid Terms Quarter 1
Monday, October 7, 2024	Bullying Prevention Awareness Day
Wednesday, October 16, 2024	TED Days
Tuesday, October 22, 2024	TED Days
Wednesday, October 23- October 24, 2024	School Conferences
Wednesday, October 30, 2024	TED Days.
Monday, October 28- Friday, November 1 Spirit Week

6.3 Reporting an Absence

Parents or guardians should notify the RUHS secretary of an absence by telephone, email, or written note, before 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

BULLYING PREVENTION

The School District of Janesville Board of Education strives to provide an educational environment where every student feels safe, respected, and welcomed. (Board Policy 5141) The Board also strives to provide an educational environment where every staff member can serve students in an atmosphere that is free from significant disruptions and obstacles that impede learning and performance. Bullying can have harmful social, physical, psychological, and/or academic effects on those who engage in these behaviors, victims of such behaviors, and bystanders who observe acts of bullying. The District prohibits any form of bullying behavior by students towards other students, school employees, volunteers, or any other person(s).

Bullying includes aggressive or hostile behavior that is intentional and involves an imbalance of power between the bully and the bullied. Bullying is a form of victimization and is not necessarily a result of or part of an ongoing conflict. Bullying is defined as any conscious, willful, or deliberate acts, or attempted acts, through the use of words, images, gestures, or other physical actions, including electronically transmitted acts, that are intended to cause physical injury, emotional distress, or property damage. Bullying includes, but is not limited to, behaviors motivated by an actual or perceived distinguishing characteristic or factor including sex, race, national origin, ancestry, religion, color, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability or handicap. Bullying may also be motivated by any other distinguishing factor such as gender identity, physical appearance, or social, economic, or family status.

Examples of acts of bullying include physical intimidation, force or assault, humiliation, sexual or racist remarks, extortion, verbal or written threats, taunting, put-downs, name-calling, threatening or menacing looks or gestures, spreading cruel rumors, and social exclusion. This includes acts of cyber-bullying that involve sending or posting inappropriate, insulting, or threatening messages or images through electronic communication systems such as the Internet, e-mail, cell phones, or other personal devices.

Bullying is prohibited on District grounds, at District-related activities, or on transportation to and from school or District-sponsored activities. Harassing bullying behavior is prohibited in all educational environments, regardless of whether the facility or location is owned, leased, or otherwise used or provided by the District.

Acts of bullying that originate off school premises and outside of the school’s control may be subject to the provisions of this policy and related procedures if the conduct is determined to be substantially disruptive to the educational process and the day-to-day operations of a school. This includes but is not limited to, threats made outside of school hours that communicate intent to be carried out during any school-related or school-sponsored program or activity, or on any vehicles used for transportation to and from school and school-sponsored activities.All complaints about bullying shall be promptly investigated. The District shall respect the privacy of the complainant, the individual(s) against whom the complaint is filed, and the witnesses as much as practicable and in a manner consistent with the Board’s legal obligations to investigate, take appropriate action and conform to discovery or disclosure requirements. Disclosure of information related to the complaint shall be made only to those with a legitimate need to know. All records generated as a result of the complaint and appeal processes shall be maintained as confidential to the extent permitted by law.

If the investigations find bullying has occurred, school officials shall take prompt and necessary action up to and including behavioral interventions and support, disciplinary action, and/or referral to law enforcement officials or social services. Consequences shall be unique to the nature of the behavior, the developmental level of the student, and the history of the problem behaviors. Remedial measures shall be designed to correct the problem behavior, prevent other occurrences, and protect the victim. The District shall also take appropriate action against any student or District employee who retaliates against any person who makes a good-faith report of alleged bullying or against anyone who testifies, assists, or participates in an investigation or hearing related to such behavior. Employees found to have facilitated or participated in bullying behavior against students or to have been aware that bullying was taking place and failed to report the behavior are considered to violate the prohibition expressed by this policy and may be subject to disciplinary action.

This policy shall be distributed annually to all students enrolled in the School District, parents/guardians, and all District employees. It shall also be distributed to organizations in the community that have cooperative agreements with the schools. The District shall provide a copy of the policy to anyone upon request.

Records shall be maintained on the number and types of reports made, and sanctions imposed for violations of this policy in accordance with established procedures.

The School District of Janesville administration works closely with the Janesville Police Department in creating a safe environment for students and families. To learn more about our unique anonymous tip reporting tool, please visit our Bullying Prevention page.

RUHS MISSION

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. 

RUHS VISION 

Rock University High School 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.

UPCOMING DATES AND EVENTS

Birthdays This Month

• Sept. 4th Evan Shaw
• Sept. 9th Luca Abbott
• Sept. 12th Jaelah Fields
• Sept. 13th Jocelyn Breidenstein
• Sept. 22nd Jacky Marquis
• Sept. 22nd Emma Johnson
• Sept. 22nd Poppy Kane
• Sept. 23rd Antonella Perez
• Sept. 24th Jade Marquis
• Sept. 26th Heaven Pope
• Sept. 26th Erin Jensen
• Sept. 27th Jae Viramontes
• Sept. 28th Samuel Smith

RUHS Governing Board Meeting

When: Wednesday, September 17, 2024
Time: 4:00 PM
Calendar / Important Dates

CLOSINGS / SCHOOL CANCELLATIONS:

Rock University High School (RUHS) is an instrumentality of the School District of Janesville (SDJ) and adheres to all inclement weather and school closings or delays. RUHS is also located on the campus of Blackhawk Technical College (BTC) which also requires following BTC closings and/or delays. If either the School District of Janesville or Blackhawk Technical College unexpectedly needs to close for any reason, RUHS will be closed. Communications will be delivered through Campus Messenger, email, Facebook, phone messages, and/or text message.

Date	Event
Monday, September 2	NO SCHOOL - Labor DayBTC Campus Closed (No BTC Classes)
Monday, September 9	PSAT Info Coming
Friday, September 6 Pre Order photos online by going to mylifetouch.com and using Picture Day ID: EVTZ67F6J	LifeTouch Photos: All students will need to have their picture taken by LifeTouch photos at any time from 10:30-2:30 on Friday, September 8. Photos will be used to create student IDs and used in the yearbook for individual photos. Seniors will need a Lifetouch photo taken and will also be asked to submit photos for the senior pages of the yearbook. If senior photos are not submitted to RUHS for the yearbook, the Lifetouch photo may be used.
Friday, September 20 (All day) 12:20pm - 12:40 pm 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm	State-Wide 3rd Friday Count (Semester 1) This date serves many important purposes for the District, including, but not limited to, funding based upon our general membership on this date.  RUHS Potluck - Student’s Favorite Foods Bring your favorite food(s) to share with your peers. Game Night Bring your favorite games (school-appropriate) to play and challenge your peers and the RUHS staff.
Wednesday, September 20, 4:00 PM	RUHS Governing Board Meeting Each month, RUHS Governing Board Members meet to discuss a variety of agenda topics including, but not limited to: Enrollment Budget Fundraising School Climate and CultureStudent and Staff needs/resources
Monday, September 30	No RUHS Classes: Teacher Professional Development Day BTC classes meet as scheduled.

6.3 Reporting an Absence

Parents or guardians should notify the RUHS secretary of an absence by telephone, email, or written note, before 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

BULLYING PREVENTION

The School District of Janesville Board of Education strives to provide an educational environment where every student feels safe, respected, and welcomed. (Board Policy 5141) The Board also strives to provide an educational environment where every staff member can serve students in an atmosphere that is free from significant disruptions and obstacles that impede learning and performance. Bullying can have harmful social, physical, psychological, and/or academic effects on those who engage in these behaviors, victims of such behaviors, and bystanders who observe acts of bullying. The District prohibits any form of bullying behavior by students towards other students, school employees, volunteers, or any other person(s).

Bullying includes aggressive or hostile behavior that is intentional and involves an imbalance of power between the bully and the bullied. Bullying is a form of victimization and is not necessarily a result of or part of an ongoing conflict. Bullying is defined as any conscious, willful, or deliberate acts, or attempted acts, through the use of words, images, gestures, or other physical actions, including electronically transmitted acts, that are intended to cause physical injury, emotional distress, or property damage. Bullying includes, but is not limited to, behaviors motivated by an actual or perceived distinguishing characteristic or factor including sex, race, national origin, ancestry, religion, color, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability or handicap. Bullying may also be motivated by any other distinguishing factor such as gender identity, physical appearance, or social, economic, or family status.

Examples of acts of bullying include physical intimidation, force or assault, humiliation, sexual or racist remarks, extortion, verbal or written threats, taunting, put-downs, name-calling, threatening or menacing looks or gestures, spreading cruel rumors, and social exclusion. This includes acts of cyber-bullying that involve sending or posting inappropriate, insulting, or threatening messages or images through electronic communication systems such as the Internet, e-mail, cell phones, or other personal devices.

Bullying is prohibited on District grounds, at District-related activities, or on transportation to and from school or District-sponsored activities. Harassing bullying behavior is prohibited in all educational environments, regardless of whether the facility or location is owned, leased, or otherwise used or provided by the District.

Acts of bullying that originate off school premises and outside of the school’s control may be subject to the provisions of this policy and related procedures if the conduct is determined to be substantially disruptive to the educational process and the day-to-day operations of a school. This includes but is not limited to, threats made outside of school hours that communicate intent to be carried out during any school-related or school-sponsored program or activity, or on any vehicles used for transportation to and from school and school-sponsored activities.All complaints about bullying shall be promptly investigated. The District shall respect the privacy of the complainant, the individual(s) against whom the complaint is filed, and the witnesses as much as practicable and in a manner consistent with the Board’s legal obligations to investigate, take appropriate action and conform to discovery or disclosure requirements. Disclosure of information related to the complaint shall be made only to those with a legitimate need to know. All records generated as a result of the complaint and appeal processes shall be maintained as confidential to the extent permitted by law.

If the investigations find bullying has occurred, school officials shall take prompt and necessary action up to and including behavioral interventions and support, disciplinary action, and/or referral to law enforcement officials or social services. Consequences shall be unique to the nature of the behavior, the developmental level of the student, and the history of the problem behaviors. Remedial measures shall be designed to correct the problem behavior, prevent other occurrences, and protect the victim. The District shall also take appropriate action against any student or District employee who retaliates against any person who makes a good-faith report of alleged bullying or against anyone who testifies, assists, or participates in an investigation or hearing related to such behavior. Employees found to have facilitated or participated in bullying behavior against students or to have been aware that bullying was taking place and failed to report the behavior are considered to violate the prohibition expressed by this policy and may be subject to disciplinary action.

This policy shall be distributed annually to all students enrolled in the School District, parents/guardians, and all District employees. It shall also be distributed to organizations in the community that have cooperative agreements with the schools. The District shall provide a copy of the policy to anyone upon request.

Records shall be maintained on the number and types of reports made, and sanctions imposed for violations of this policy in accordance with established procedures.

The School District of Janesville administration works closely with the Janesville Police Department in creating a safe environment for students and families. To learn more about our unique anonymous tip reporting tool, please visit our Bullying Prevention page.