RHS February 2026
Announcements
Upcoming Dates
- February 9 - February 13: Snow Week
- February 9 - RHS Choir Concert, 7pm - 8:30
- February 16 - RHS No School, President's Day
- February 17 - RHS No School, Staff Development Day
- February 26 - RHS Arts Fest, 4:30 - 7:30pm
- Please check the RHS Calendar for all the details
- 2026 - 2027 Calendar
Snow Week Dress Up Days
Arts Fest
Arts Fest 2026 will be happening on Thursday, February 26 at the RHS commons space from 4:30pm - 7pm. Arts Fest will feature music performances from our band and choir ensembles, a student art exhibition and demonstrations, make and take craft stations and more. Please join us on February 26, 2026 and help support the arts at RHS!
AP Announcements
AP Registration Closes March 1, 2026
A very important AP date is one month away. March 1, 2026 is the last day that students can register late for an AP exam (with an additional $40 late fee) and it is also the last day that students can request a refund if they no longer wish to take an AP exam (minus a $40 unused exam fee). Spring semester-only courses are the only exception to this. Regular registration for spring semester-only courses closes March 1, 2026 and there is no late registration for these courses.
If students want to check if they are registered, they should sign-in to their College Board accounts. Contact shane.noecker@isd728.org with any questions, and please consult the RHS AP 2025-2026 Important Dates slides for more information.
AP Proctors Needed
Proctors are needed for this year’s Advanced Placement Exams, which will be administered May 4-22, 2026. If you are a responsible adult—and also not a high school student—you are qualified to proctor the AP Exams. Duties include reading instructions, supervising the exam room, and maintaining the security of testing materials. Proctors are compensated by the hour and training is provided. Parents of RHS students are encouraged to apply, though proctors cannot proctor exams in the same year that a relative is taking that exam. The AP Proctor/Test Aide position is live on the ISD 728 website. If you are interested in earning extra cash while helping students achieve their academic goals, please apply. Email questions to Shane Noecker (shane.noecker@isd728.org).
Updates from Administration
January Administrative Newsletter
Attendance Reminders
Please plan ahead for your student's appointments/early dismissals. It is important to communicate with your student when they are to leave. While we understand that last minute needs do arise, we try to minimize interrupting class time. Students that are leaving for appointments during the day will not receive a pass, it will be updated in their attendance.
RHS does not have an open campus. Students who are scheduled to be here for in person classes or lunch are not allowed to leave to go to their cars, coffee shops, restaurants or home.
PSEO and online students ARE allowed to leave the building during times they do not have in-person classes or lunch. If choosing to remain on campus, they need to remain in the Media Center
For more information on how to use Parent Portal, please visit our district website, under Parent Portal
Drop Off/Pick Up and Parking Reminders
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Drop off/Pick up- Please remember to pull all of the way up to the end of the circle when dropping off/picking up to ensure the safety of our students.
Rogers DECA
Did you know that we have a school store? The Rogers One-Stop DECA Shoppe is open during lunch, and also has an online store!
Class of 2026 News
Important Information for the Class of 2026 can be found HERE
NEXT ORDERING WINDOW FOR SENIOR YARD SIGNS COMING IN FEBRUARY 2026!
Stay informed and sign up for our Senior Class Newsletter:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/
SENIOR PARENTS:
https://www.rhsgradparty.com/
SENIOR STUDENTS:
https://www.rhsgradparty.com/
Like & Follow us on Facebook:
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Yearbooks
Buy your YEARBOOK now! Don't miss out on this year's memories!
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.
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Crisis Resources
- SUP Coalition January Issue
- Substance Use Prevention
- Resources for Parents
Spotlight on Students
A BIG Royal Pride Congratulations to our Jazz Dance Team, Kick Dance Team, Boys Nordic Ski Team and Cara Back (Girls Nordic Individual Qualifier) on qualifying for their respective MSHSL State Tournaments!
ROYAL PRIDE STUDENTS
The following students received a positive behavior referral for demonstrating Positivity, Respect, Inclusiveness, Determination and being Engaged:
9th Grade
Brendan Godfrey, Cooper Perry
10th Grade
Anders Hyk, Presley Williams
11th Grade
Jaida Danielson, Beau Julius, Karyz Velazquez
12th Grade
Ethan Forrest, Zoie Yang
Attendance
Notify us that your student(s) is ill, or for student(s) upcoming appointments, vacations, sporting events, or other special events
- To report your student(s) ill, or to notify us of upcoming appointments, vacations, sporting events, or other special events, please visit your Campus Parent Portal. You can also call the Attendance Line: 763-241-3555; press 3 for Rogers; press 3 for Rogers High School. Please include the following:
- Student Name
- Student Grade
- Reason for absence/release
- Time of release/Length of Absence
- Caller information
- Students arriving late should scan into the office in order to have their attendance updated
If you receive an automated call saying your student was marked absent from school or class, please check your Parent Portal for more details on the absence. If your student feels they were marked absent in error, please clarify it with their teacher.
For more information on attendance, please visit our WEBSITE
From the Health Office
- Health Office Staff: 763-274-3147 Fax: 763-274-3141
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Lora Benson - Licensed School Nurse 763-241-3400, ext 1607
Amanda Stone - Health Services Assistant
Stacy Decker - Health Services Assistant (Part-Time)
- All students going home ill during the school day need to be seen in Health Services in order for their absence to be excused.
- If your student is reaching out to you to go home, please have them go to the Health Office
- Health Services staff will need to speak to a parent prior to the student being checked-out of school
- Please notify Health Services of any Communicable Diseases (Strep, Influenza, Pertussis, etc)
Surgery/Significant Injuries
- Medical Notes are needed for students that have surgery and/or significant injuries that impact their ability to attend school or when accommodations are needed. Please ask the medical provider to list any needed accommodations (ie: use of crutches, activity restrictions for PE/Sports, extra passing time, elevator use needed, attendance expectations, etc).
- Student's should check-in with the Health Office upon their return to school after surgery/significant injury.
From the Counseling Office
Important Dates
- 2/11/26 - PSEO & College Credits Information Meeting (for interested students + parents/guardians)
- 2/24/26 - Construct Tomorrow Fieldtrip (for interested students)
- 2/25/26 - Bite of Reality Event for 9th Graders (English 9 Activity)
- 3/24/26 - ACT for Juniors (Class of 2027) & PreACT for Sophomores (Class of 2028)
- 3/24/26 - Digital Day for Freshman (Class of 2029) and Seniors (Class of 2026)_________________________________________________________________________
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
Mandatory PSEO Information Meeting - February 11 @ 7:15 am
Any 10th or 11th grade student who is considering PSEO next year must attend this information session. *A parent/guardian should attend with their student.*
Students who are currently enrolled in PSEO, should ALSO plan to attend as we will be sharing updated information and data.
This information session will review the requirements and application process for PSEO (Post Secondary Enrollment Options) for high school students. Students must attend this PSEO meeting before they can schedule an individual planning session with their counselor. If you cannot attend the meeting, it will be recorded and you must watch the recording before scheduling an individual planning session with your counselor.
- College Credits Opportunities @ RHS
- Rogers High School PSEO Information & Process
- RSVP for: In-Person PSEO Information Meeting @ RHS, Wed, Feb. 11, 7:15am
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.
- Feb 13 @ 9am / Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota (MN)
- Feb 18 @ 12:45pm / North Dakota State University (ND)
- Feb 26 @ 1:35pm / University of St. Thomas (MN)
- March 3 @ 8:50am / Saint John’s University + College of St. Benedict (MN)
- March 17 @ 8:50am / Hennepin Technical College (MN)
- March 17 @ 10:20am / University of North Dakota (ND)
- March 18 @ 1:35pm / University of Wisconsin-River Falls (WI)
CONSTRUCT TOMORROW FIELD TRIP
Students interested in learning about careers in the construction trades are invited to sign up to attend this field trip on Tuesday, February 24. Pick up a permission slip in the RHS Counseling Office. Limited spots available; first come, first serve.
WHERE TO SEARCH FOR SCHOLARSHIPS
- Local Scholarships - RHS Local Scholarship Application (Coming February 2026)
- Employers - Student & Parent
- Institutional Scholarships - look up scholarships at the colleges you are applying to
- RHS Scholarship Resources - use the scholarship search engines to find scholarships you may be eligible for.
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- FAFSA Resources - more information to help navigate the Financial Aid process
Spring 2026 Testing Dates
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February 2026
Need help understanding college credits and the financial aid process for college? Attend free virtual sessions for high school students and families offered by a collaborative of financial aid experts starting January 20. All sessions will have interpretation in Spanish, Somali and Hmong. Students who attend any of the sessions will be entered into a $1,000 scholarship drawing. For session dates, topics and to register, visit bit.ly/CollegePlanningSeries. Contact myang@ecmc.org with any questions.
- Recorded: Earn College Credit in High School
- February 3: Scholarships 101
- February 10: FAFSA 101
- February 17: Understand Your Financial Aid Offer
- February 24: Understanding Transfer Credit
- April 21: Key Conversations Before College Begins
Thumbs Up After School Program
The program is open for any middle through high school student at absolutely no cost! The ROGERS program will be held every Wednesday from 2:15-5:00 PM! ANY teen is welcome!
Want to sign up? Have any questions?
CTE Updates
- Please check out the latest events in the February CTE Newsletter.
Special Education
Please be sure to visit our website to see all information regarding Special Services.
Media Center
February Service Project (Royals with a Cause):
In our makerspace, students will work on making bookmarks and Valentine’s cards. We are also making placemats for Valentine’s Day to donate to Wellstead residents in Rogers.
We are looking for projects that will help our local communities. If you have an idea for a community service project for our makerspace, please contact Meagan Harapat, meagan.harapat@isd728.org
List of February Displays:
Black History Month
Blind Date with a Book- Check out a book based on the first line of the book. Check it out and see if it is a match!
Book Awards 2026: Come to learn about all of the books that won 2026 awards for the Young Adult category.
February Events:
February 13 7:00- 7:25 Karaoke
Come to the media center to sing or listen.
February 20 7:00-7:25 Trivia
Come to the media center and participate in a trivia game. There will be prizes!
Tuesday WINS in Feb: New Year/ New Books, Book Valentine’s, Book Lover’s Pictionary, Book Brawl Prep
SPECIAL EVENT: February 26
We have five teams competing in the district Book Brawl. Students read 9 titles and will trivia battle to see which team remembers the most from the books!
Athletics and Activities
Athletics
Good luck to all the winter sports as you play your section games.
Spring Online Registration Opens 2/9/26
See Link for Spring Sports/Activities starting dates and Parent/Player/Coach preseason informational meetings.
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.
Activities
Spring Play Auditions: 2/17/2026 and 2/18/2026
Technology
- Please email Chromebook Help or rhs.chromedepot@isd728.org for assistance with Chromebooks
Safety & Internet Filtering at Home
ISD 728 Chromebooks will continue to have filtering to help protect students against harmful and inappropriate online material. Despite the District’s attempt to filter and provide additional protections outside of school, parents/guardians still play an important role in supervising their child's internet access and usage. Parents are encouraged to discuss rules for appropriate internet usage, and reinforce lessons of digital citizenship and safety. Please review our technology responsible use guidelines and visit www.isd728.org/Digital-
- Visit here for more information about what is filtered.
- Visit GoGuardian Parent App for information on how parents and guardians can monitor their children's Chromebook browsing activity, and choose to block sites such as YouTube.
Food Service
- Food Service Calendar
Our Mission & Core Values
At Rogers High School we educate, inspire and empower through developing positive relationships, pursuing excellence, seeking diversity, and building futures.
We BELIEVE that...
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ALL people have value. |
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Valuing and respecting differences strengthens the individual and the community. |
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People thrive when they feel connected, supported and affirmed. |
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Everyone can learn. |
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Hope inspires and empowers. |
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Lifelong learning is essential for personal growth. |
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Change is an opportunity for growth. |
Quick Links
- Parent Portal
- Newsletter Archive
- Lunch Menu
- Staff Directory
- Volunteer
- We love our parent/guardian volunteers and have some great opportunities available. A few examples are: supervise lunches, field trip chaperone, math tutor, and provide treats for staff during conferences/staff appreciation. If you're interested in volunteering or have any questions, please contact our Main Office @ 763-274-3140
- Social Media
- Like Us on Facebook: RogersHighSclMN
- Follow Us on Twitter: Tweets by RogersHighSclMN
Contact Us
- RHS Main Office: 763-274-3140, rhs.mainoffice@isd728.org
- RHS Attendance: 763-274-3140 x1604
- ISD #728 Attendance Line: 763-241-3555
Administration
Jason Paurus, Principal
jason.paurus@isd728.org
763-274-3142
Ryan Johnson, Asst Principal
Last Names: A-GA
ryan.johnson@isd728.org
763-274-3140 x1602
Jill Engquist, Asst Principal
Last Names: Ge-Ma
jill.engquist@isd728.org
763-274-3140 x1603
Josh Stephan, Asst Principal
Last Names: Mc-Sp
joshua.stephan@isd728.org
763-274-3140 x1784
Karlee Anderson, Asst. Principal Intern
Last Names: Sq-Z
karlee.anderson@isd728.org
763-274-3140 x1646
Dan Ohlgren, Activities Director
daniel.ohlgren@isd728.org
763-274-3140 x1605