RHS April 2026

ISD 728 PREVENTION & SAFETY: RESOURCES for FAMILIES & PARENTS

• Please visit THIS SITE which contains family and parent resources to support mental health, social and emotional learning (job preparedness skills), safety, alcohol and substance abuse and more. The information on this page will be updated regularly with new resources, community events relating to these issues and other important information relating to Prevention & Safety. 
• The SUP Coalition is a community-focused coalition comprised of individuals that reside or work in Sherburne County and are committed to reducing youth substance use through community collaboration.

April is Alcohol Awareness month and with prom and graduation season approaching, we want to remind parents and caregivers of the important role they play in ensuring the safety of our young people.
 
Most teens are making the responsible decision not to drink alcohol. Help the many teens who don’t drink, feel confident in their choice, by supporting alcohol-free celebrations. 

What can you do to help reduce underage alcohol use?

• Talk with your teen about issues involving alcohol. Though it may not seem like it, teens really do hear your concerns. Talk early and often about the risks and consequences of underage drinking. Set clear rules against drinking and consistently enforce those rules.
• Refuse to supply alcohol to underage youth. Never buy alcohol for anyone under 21 or you could be facing up to one year in jail and/or a $3,000 fine. Do not allow your teen to have parties with alcohol on your property or you could be facing up to 90 days in jail and/or a $1,000 fine—whether you’re present or not.
• Provide safe alternatives. Plan chaperoned alcohol-free parties for your teen and their friends. When your child is invited to a party, let them know you’re available to get them out of a situation where other teens are drinking or using drugs. Creating a code word or phrase can make it easier for your child to ask for help. Another option is to use a location app. These apps can monitor your child’s phone use, location, and more to help keep them safe.
• Be a role model. Set a good example with your own alcohol use and response to underage drinking. Talk with other parents to ensure they are modeling the same behavior.

Prom and Graduation Night Tips for Parents:

• Review your child’s plan with them for the evening and tell them to check in with you periodically. 
• Store alcohol, cannabis, medications, and nicotine products in a secure location where kids don’t have access.
• Know who is driving. Encourage seatbelt use – the best accessory!
• Do not rent hotel rooms for your child or allow them to stay overnight in one.

Visit the SUP website for additional tips and resources on how to talk with your teens.

• SUP Coalition March Newsletter
• Substance Use Prevention
• Resources for Parents

Spotlight on Students

Rogers Speech Team

Marisa Kedrowski, Nettie Kanawyer, and Samara Ireri with their section finals medals.  Congratulations to Nettie Kanawyer for going to state in Speech!

Northwestern High School Show at North Hennepin Community College

RHS fine art students participated in the Northwestern High School Art Show at North Hennepin Community College in February. Drawing student Ellinor Johnson (grade 12) was awarded the artistic merit award for her pastel “Crab Apple in Snow”. For more information, and to view photos of the artworks installed at the gallery, you can view the link posted here: https://www.nhcc.edu/life-nhcc/performing-and-visual-arts/northwestern-high-school-art-show.

Rogers High School was represented with the following student artists/works:

Bethany Brehmer, “In the City”, Graphite Drawing

Toby Godfrey, “Crane”, Ceramics

Lily Grubbs, “Lily Pad”, Pastel Drawing

Ellinor Johnson, “Crab Apple in Snow”, Pastel Drawing

Lauryn Pervenanze, “Cat’s Eye”, Charcoal Drawing

Panya Phenmany, “Finn”, Graphite Drawing

Dylan Prosen, “Sedona Rocks”

Abby Siedschlaw, "Bye, Proxy", Color Pencil

Taya Wierman, “Crown Jewels and Dripping Stones”, Jewelry

Congratulations to all of the participating student artists!

ROYAL PRIDE STUDENTS 

The following students received a positive behavior referral for demonstrating Positivity, Respect, Inclusiveness, Determination and being Engaged:

9th Grade

Lauryn Carter, Jesse Chalmers, Henry Cook, Hamda Dadow, Angela Edwards, Ethan Haggerty, Grace Harrington, Rowyn Helker, Daniel Kastner, Timofei Kudriavtcev, Madison Michaud, Ava Nordos, Aiden Olson, Augustus Payne, Anthony Rupnow, Aaron Ruuska, Teagan Schwartz, Cody Vang, Kelsey Worel

10th Grade

Kamilla Abdihashi, Tessa Anderson, Rilee Arps, Ayden Beckstrand, Colby Blanchar, Rachel Brown, Maxwell Bruers, Bassey Eta, Zackary Gaspard, Christopher Gilbertson, Nora Hendrickson, Julia Judy, Olivia Kline, Erika Larson, Lillian Lesnau, , Brian Onwong’a, Riley Rausch, Amber Schaefer, Ava Schmitz, Olivia Skepper, Elliot Tilstra, Lucas Weverka, Jackson Wilmot, Olivia Winterquist

11th Grade

Owen Ahlbrecht, Lovella Byll, Luke Cassady, Ashlyn Clark, Mylee Elbert, Lincoln Erickson, Andrew Hanson, , Xyarien Jackson, Olivia LaTart, Alexis Lindquist, Madison McMahon, Devin Primus, Cyrus Shrestha, Maya Smithknecht, Paige Sullivan, Julia Swanson

12th Grade

Ivy Anderson, Nevaeh Belker, Laura Campbell, Wilman Ghangha, Enrique Gomez, Kavarei Hutchins, Ellinor Johnson, Lindy Nyamwamu, Chelsea Shedrick

From the Counseling Office

Important Dates

April 14-15: MCA Reading (Class of 2028)

April 21-22: MCA Math (Class of 2027)

April 28-29: MCA Science (Class of 2028)

May 4-15: AP Exams

May 12: Senior Decision Day

June 3: Senior Breakfast + Rehearsal, 8:15am (REQUIRED)

June 3: RHS Graduation Ceremony for the Class of 2026, 7pm

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The RHS Counseling Department (Counselors assigned by Grade)

Grade 9: Ms. Shrestha - jacy.shrestha@isd728.org 

Grade 10: Ms. Macken - shannon.macken@isd728.org

Grade 11 (A-L): Ms. Morrison - dawn.morrison@isd728.org

Grade 11 (M-Z): Mr. Miller - daniel.miller@isd728.org

Grade 12: Ms. Bartus - anne.bartus@isd728.org

College & Career: Ms. Handrick - lauren.handrick@isd728.org

Sign up for College Visits at RHS

Students in Grades 10-12 are invited to attend college visits in the College & Career Center when local reps visit RHS.  Students can sign up HERE to attend a college visit. 

• April 20 @ 12:45pm / North Hennepin Community College (MN)
• April 23 @ 10:20am / University of St. Thomas (MN)

Spring 2026 Testing Dates

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RHS Senior Decision Day - May 12, 2026

ALL Rogers High School Seniors are invited to participate, no matter what path they are pursuing after graduation, such as trade schools, community colleges or military service in addition to four year colleges and universities. ALL ARE WELCOME!

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PSEO & College Credit Opportunities

Missed the PSEO Information Meeting in February?  Access the recording and resources here:  

• Rogers High School PSEO Resources & Recorded Presentation
• PSEO Information Meeting Presentation (Slides)
• College Credits Opportunities @ RHS

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Summer School @ RHS

June 11-26 (no school June 19)

• Summer School is IN-PERSON
• Students have the opportunity to make-up a maximum of 2 recovery credits in summer school
• Summer School is for students who have failed a graduation requirement, not for students who are looking to get ahead in credits.

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April “Future-Planning” Tasks by Grade

Here are some resources for any college-bound student asking "What should I be doing right now?"

9th-graders

• Build an awesome summer reading list:- Start with picks from this recommended list for excellent teen reads. And consider asking your teachers what their favorite reads were in high school.
• NYT Writing Prompts for Students: If you haven’t already, start keeping a journal and use some of these questions as inspiration.

 

10th-graders

• Build an awesome summer reading list that includes some biographies and memoirs: Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson is a must-read and can be found at your local library.
• NYT Writing Prompts for Students: If you haven’t already, start keeping a journal and use some of these questions as inspiration.

 

11th-graders

• Values Exercise (video): Spend some time thinking about your core values by working through this simple exercise. Your answers may help drive how you spend your summer ahead.
• How to research colleges without visiting a campus: Learning more about colleges is an exciting and time-intensive process. Make sure to expand your search beyond your local public universities—and use your values as a guide.
• Colleges That Change Lives: As you build your college list, consider this set of 44 schools that focus on providing a personalized, student-centered experience. Listen to this podcast, and check out upcoming events.
• Explore colleges with 800+ lists: Use this fun online, searchable database from CollegeXpress, which covers everything from academic environments to school spirit.
• Think about financial fit: Experiment with the Net Price Calculator to get a rough estimate of what you might likely have to pay for college.

 

12th-graders

• Continue applying for scholarships. This RHS Scholarship Resources document is continually updated with new scholarship information.
• Appealing financial aid: Read up on what to do if your financial aid offer doesn’t line up with your budget. And make sure to listen to this podcast before writing an appeal letter.
• Making your final college choice: It’s decision time. You need to enroll and submit a deposit by May 1st (or a few days after, depending on the school). 

Special Education

Please be sure to visit our website to see all information regarding Special Services.

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Athletics and Activities

Athletics

Sports physicals 

All students participating in sports need a sports physical on file with the school.

Updated sports physicals are required every 3 years.

Sports physical on file can be verified on the parent portal (students name, health tab).

Submit a PDF of your sports physicals to: rhs.activities@isd728.org or bring to the RHS Activities Office.

MSHSL physical form is available on our website

Find more RHS Athletic information on our website under Activities and Athletics and Twitter @geauxroyals 

 For sport specific information, please contact the head coach.

 Head Coaches Contact Information

 LINK to GOFAN for tickets.

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