Administrator's Message

Dear Webster Families,

The Junior Prom and Senior Ball are coming up soon! Below is all the information you will need to make it a great night!

Junior Prom

Saturday, June 6 

7  – 10 PM

Locust Hill Country Club

• Ticket Sales: May 13, 14 & 15 @ WLC in the Counseling Suite
• $70 per ticket
• Must sign Ball Promise & Code of Conduct Agreement
• Completed Guest Forms for non R-H students are due by May 15

Senior Ball

Friday, June 12 

6:30  – 10:30 PM

La Luna, High Falls

• Ticket Sales: May 26, 27, 28 & 29 @ WLC in the Counseling Suite
• $45 per ticket 
• Must sign Ball Promise & Code of Conduct Agreement
• Completed Guest Forms for non R-H students are due by Friday, May 30

IMPORTANT:

• ALL completed forms for Prom and Ball need to be turned in to Ms. Keipper, Ms. Warner or Mr. James 
• If a guest is an R-H student, an administrator MUST check that the guest student is NOT INCOMPLETE from quarters 1, 2 or 3.

In order to buy a ticket, students must have:

• No incompletes for any course in quarters 1, 2 or 3
• No outstanding library materials
• No outstanding balance for AP exams

Students can pick up all forms from the Counseling Suite or print them from the Alt HS News You Can Use Google Classroom page.

Sincerely,

Michael Sweeney
Administrator

Dear Webster Learning Center Family,

Staff Appreciation Day is Friday, May 8! The SHS Parent Group is putting together a celebration (breakfast and lunch) for our amazing teachers and staff at the Senior High and Webster Learning Center.

How can you help?

So glad that you asked!

They have created a SignUpGenius for food donations and/or donations of time. If you would prefer to send in a monetary donation, please send funds to Nancyann Sucese (parent group treasurer) via venmo @Nancyann-Sucese. Please include your student's grade.

Please plan to sign up for donations by Monday May 4. If you sign up for a hot dish, please plan to drop it off at the SHS in the morning of May 8. For packaged donations, please drop off during the week of May 4 during school hours or during the evening of May 7 (between 6 and 8 p.m.). Thank you so much for supporting our wonderful and hard working teachers and staff!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050A4BAEAB2FA3F58-62874060-rhteacher

Senior Lawn Signs

Celebrate your senior! R-H Sports Boosters is offering Class of 2026 yard signs for $12 each. Signs are 18" x 24" and come with a metal yard stake. Proceeds go toward R-H scholarships. Submit the order form below, and be sure to follow the payment link to complete your order. The deadline to order is Friday, May 8, and signs will be available before Memorial Day. 

https://www.rhnet.org/athletics/sports-boosters/senior-signs

Sincerely,

Michael Sweeney
Administrator

WLC Families, 

Quarter 3 is in the rearview mirror! Please touch base with your child about their Quarter 3 progress at school. All of our students meet with an adult weekly to progress-monitor their academics and are able to access and track their work in SchoolTool. This initiative has paid real dividends and our students have shown excellent awareness and independence.  

Friday, April 24, 3 p.m. - Quarter Three Report Cards Available in SchoolTool

Reminder for Seniors:  If you haven’t ordered caps and gowns for graduation, you need to do so by APRIL 30.  Please contact Jostens directly (scott.fitch@jostens.com). 

Rush-Henrietta is committed to supporting the well-being of our students and families. We know that life brings challenges, and we want you to know that support is available for both your child and you as the parent. We partner with Cartwheel to provide mental health services to students and families. These services include teletherapy, parent guidance, family therapy, psychiatry, medication management, and more - all with licensed clinicians and no waitlists. Whether your child is struggling with anxiety, school avoidance, having difficulty focusing, or just needs someone to talk to, Cartwheel is here to help. If you'd like to connect your child with Cartwheel's services, you can reach out to the school's social worker or counselor, or directly request support from Cartwheel at any time by clicking this link.

Free Parent Webinar: Join Cartwheel for a free webinar at noon Wednesday, April 15, called 5 Keys to Parenting a Child with ADHD. Child clinical psychologist and ADHD specialist Dr. Erin Schoenfelder Gonzalez will share five key strategies parents can use to foster independence, build emotional resilience, and set their children up to thrive. Register for the webinar here.

Reminder: Propio Dial-in Interpreter Service
Rush-Henrietta offers dial-in interpreter services for families who speak one of these languages:
Arabic (585) 628‑8427
Chinese (Mandarin) (585) 299‑5688
Dari (585) 440‑3275
Nepali (585) 575‑1366
Spanish (585) 632‑7190

Call the number to reach a live interpreter who can help you contact your child’s school or the following offices: Community Programs, Cub Care, District Registrar, Special Education, Student & Family Services, and Transportation.

Staff Appreciation Day is May 8! The SHS Parent Group is putting together a celebration (breakfast and lunch) for our amazing teachers and staff at the Senior High and Webster Learning Center.

How can you help? So glad you asked!

We have created a SignUpGenius for food donations and/or donations of time. If you would prefer to send in a monetary donation, please send funds to Nancyann Sucese (parent group treasurer) via Venmo @Nancyann-Sucese. Please include your student's grade.

Please sign up for donations by Monday, May 4. If you sign up for a hot dish, please plan to drop it off at the WLC on the morning of May 8. For packaged donations, please drop off at the SHS during the week of May 4 during school hours or during the evening of May 7 (between 6 and 8 p.m.). Thank you so much for supporting our wonderful and hard-working teachers and staff!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050A4BAEAB2FA3F58-62874060-rhteacher 

Rush-Henrietta Parent Summit:  Registration is open for the Rush-Henrietta Parent Summit! Join us for a day dedicated to supporting our families and building a stronger school community. There will be engaging workshops, a community resource fair, raffles, and refreshments. Free school-age childcare will be available for attendees at the event. Please register by Friday, April 17. We can't wait to see you there!

• When: Saturday, April 25, 11 a.m to 2 p.m.
• Where: Webster Building, 2000 Lehigh Station Road
• Register: www.rhnet.org/parentsummit

Sincerely,

Mike Sweeney

Dear Webster Learning Center Family,

The District recently shared a Facebook Post highlighting the career exploration opportunities that our students have been participating in and we did not want anyone to miss it!

In February, they visited Monroe Community College’s Engineering Technologies Program. Through engaging, hands-on demonstrations, students explored the wide range of applications and manufacturing processes within the optics field, as well as the diverse educational and career pathways available. With Rochester recognized as a global leader in the optics industry—home to more than 150 optics, imaging, and photonics companies—this experience better prepared students to consider future opportunities in the field. Special thanks to Mr. Mike Powlin and Ms. Abbey Helfer from MCC for hosting the visit.

In March, students from the Webster Learning Center visited the Finger Lakes Workforce Development Center where they explored a variety of career pathways through interactive activities. Using virtual reality technology, they practiced essential skills in the skilled trades, including construction site safety and proper tool use. Students were also introduced to advanced manufacturing concepts through robotics and CNC programming, and had the opportunity to engage with artificial intelligence software—an exciting and rapidly growing career field.

Experiences like these help students build real-world skills while exploring future career possibilities, preparing them for the pathways to tomorrow.

 Click this link to see the post and view the photos:

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1H1fPo6C7G/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Sincerely,

Michael Sweeney
Administrator

Dear WLC Parent and Guardians - 

As a reminder, EMCC does not have school on Friday, February 6th, but we do. Because of this, we need your help with the supervision of your child.  

Here is the plan: With parent permission…

• If your child attends EMCC in the morning, they are not required to report to school until 11:52 a.m. on February 6th (lunch is served at 11:17 a.m.).
• If your child attends EMCC in the afternoon, they are not required to stay in school after 10:30 a.m. on February 6th (lunch is served at 10:30 a.m.).
• If your child will arrive late or leave early, please send in a note or call our attendance line ahead of time: 359-5521  
• Transportation for late arrival and early dismissal is provided by families. 

Students who stay in the WLC during their usual EMCC time will have a study hall. This is a substantial amount of time so we recommend that you make a plan for your child to be at home during this time. 

Dear WLC Parents and Guardians,

We value the partnership we share with our families and know that strong school-to-home communication is essential to supporting our students’ success.

We are inviting you to take a short survey to share your feedback on the Alternative Program and to offer suggestions on how we can continue to improve both our communication and the overall school experience.

Your voice matters, and your input will help guide our efforts as we work to better serve our students and families. The survey is brief, and all responses will be reviewed carefully.

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and for your continued support of our school community.

http://rhnet.org/wlcsurvey

Sincerely,

Michael Sweeney
Administrator

Dear Webster Families,

As a reminder, EMCC does not have school on Friday, December 12, but we do. Because of this, we need your help with the supervision of your child.  

Here is the plan: With parent permission…

• If your child attends EMCC in the morning, they are not required to report to school until 11:52 a.m. on December 12 (lunch is served at 11:17 a.m.).
• If your child attends EMCC in the afternoon, they are not required to stay in school after 10:30 a.m. on December 12 (lunch is served at 10:30 a.m.).
• If your child will arrive late or leave early, please send in a note or call our attendance line ahead of time: 359-5521  
• Transportation for late arrival and early dismissal is provided by families. 

Students who stay in the WLC during their usual EMCC time will have a study hall. This is a substantial amount of time so we recommend that you make a plan for your child to be at home during this time. 

Sincerely,

Michael Sweeney
Administrator

Dear Webster Families,

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Parent-Teacher Conferences are being held on Monday, November 24, beginning at 1 p.m.  Please call 359 - 5544 to set up an appointment. We look forward to strengthening our partnerships with families in order to best support our students.  

Quarter One Grades

First quarter grades will become available to all students and families at 3 p.m. Friday, November 21. Until then, SchoolTool grades will remain inaccessible while we complete the verification and upload process.  If you need assistance accessing your child’s SchoolTool account please contact us at 359 - 5544 for assistance.  

SENIORS - IMPORTANT: 2025-2026 RUSH-HENRIETTA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL YEARBOOK

• Countless Amazing Memories - One Iconic Yearbook
• Personalize your cover and score four free icons
• Yearbook recognition ads are now for sale. Deadline is December 1, 2025
• SENIORS - Submit your senior quotes - due by January 30, 2026
  • RULES: Your quote must be consistent with the R-H SHS Code of Conduct 
  • If your quote is not original, you must give credit to the author
  • Your quote can be a maximum of 120 characters
• SENIOR PORTRAITS are due December 18 for the yearbook.

Digital Equity Survey/SchoolTool Access
New York requires school districts to gather information regarding home access to the Internet, and what devices students use. This annual Digital Equity Survey is accessible through SchoolTool now. 

When you log in to SchoolTool, you will be prompted to respond to several brief questions found in each student's SchoolTool account. This will only take a few minutes and is available through the app or by logging on to the SchoolTool website. We created a document to walk you through the process if you are using the website instead of the app. We have also created a short video to assist you with a few of your selections while taking the survey. If you are using the SchoolTool mobile app on your phone, you may see multiple surveys for each student. The required survey will be in red text. Please update or complete the survey no later than Friday, Dec. 12. If you completed the survey last year, please review your responses to verify the information is still accurate.

The Monroe County STOP-DWI Program is hosting a PSA Contest encouraging safe, sober driving and raising awareness about the dangers of impaired driving.

• Open to all high school students (Grades 9-12)
• Create a short PSA using video, audio, or graphics
• Prizes awarded to top entries
• Winning PSAs will be featured on local and social media
• Deadline: November 30, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.

For full details and submission info, visit: https://bit.ly/43elrEa
Submit your entry here: https://bit.ly/47ZNuK6

Show our R-H creativity while promoting safe driving!

• 11/18: Youth Risk Behavior Survey taken on Tuesday. Questions will be asked about personal safety, nutrition, alcohol and other drug use, physical exercise, mental health, sexual behaviors, and community involvement. The survey has been conducted in Monroe County schools every two years since 1992. Information from the survey has helped school, health, and community organizations plan services for youth based on local needs. Participation is voluntary and anonymous. Please click this link for more information, including FAQs. 

Sincerely,

Michael Sweeney
Administrator

Dear Webster Families,

Sincerely,

Michael Sweeney
Administrator

Monday, November 10, 2025

Dear Webster Families,

Quarter 1 is officially in the books, and Quarter 2 begins today! We appreciate your continued partnership in supporting your child’s success—please continue to remind them of our internet-enabled device policy and help us maintain strong, positive momentum for the rest of the semester.

Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held beginning at 1 PM on Monday, November 24 

We encourage families to schedule a meeting with their child’s teachers to proactively build partnerships that support student success. Please call 359-5544 to set up your conference time.

As a reminder, there is no school for students November 24-28.

Monroe County Youth Risk Behavior Survey 

The Youth Risk Behavior Survey will be taken during the week of November 17. Questions will be asked about personal safety, nutrition, alcohol and other drug use, physical exercise, mental health, sexual behaviors, and community involvement. The survey has been conducted in Monroe County schools every two years since 1992. Information from the survey has helped school, health, and community organizations plan services for youth based on local needs. Participation is voluntary and anonymous. Please click this link for more information, including FAQs  and an Opt out form if you prefer your child not participate in the survey.  

Digital Equity Survey/SchoolTool Access  

Since 2021, the New York State Education Department has required districts to gather information regarding home access to the Internet, and what devices students use. This annual Digital Equity Survey will be accessible through SchoolTool beginning Thursday, November 20. When you log in to SchoolTool after that date, you will be prompted to respond to some brief questions found in each student's account. You won’t be able to access your student’s information, including report cards, until this is completed.

If more than one survey is available for your child, please review the version in red. This will only take a few minutes and can be done via the app or by logging on to the SchoolTool website. We created a document to walk you through the process if you are using the website instead of the app. 

*If you completed the survey last year, please review your responses to verify the information is still accurate. If you have not already completed the survey, you will be prompted to do so when you log in. Please update or complete the survey no later than Friday, December 12.

**Please note: If you are using the SchoolTool mobile app, you may see multiple surveys for each student. The required survey will be in red text.

***We have also created a short video to assist you with a few of your selections while taking the survey. We appreciate your time and thank you for helping us to fulfill this state requirement.

Community Resources

• Food resources - All students in R-H may receive free breakfast and lunch on school days. This is a reminder to complete the free and reduced lunch forms so R-H can continue to provide food services to students and families. Families can utilize the R-H Kicking Hunger School Food Pantry and additional local food resources too. Please also visit the Family Wellness page on our website for other resources.
• Monroe One BOCES has created a website with County Food Resources.
• Upcoming Holiday Basket sign-ups and different centers for meals: Food Programs - Rochester Public Library
• The Office of Violence Prevention in collaboration with Blue35LLC is hosting a Community Coat Giveaway event from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, November 30, at 271 Flint St, Rochester NY, 14608. 

Sincerely,

Michael Sweeney
Administrator

Dear Webster Families:

In an effort to promote the health and well-being of students in the Rush-Henrietta Central Schools, all students in grades 7-12 will be asked to complete a screening tool that addresses issues related to mental health and wellness. For the second year, we will be using a strength-based universal screening tool called DESSA. 

The information gained will support the school’s ability to provide comprehensive and timely support for students if they require any assistance, as well as to continue to enhance our mental health program and health supports.  The survey only takes approximately 5 to 7 minutes to complete and will be administered in your child’s class during the week of October 27. The Rush-Henrietta Central School District is committed to ensuring your child is supported academically, socially, and emotionally, and we look forward to partnering with each of you toward achieving this goal. You can opt-out your child by emailing your building principal before Friday, October 24.

If you have questions, please contact me at msweeney@rhnet.org. Thank you for your continued support.

Thank you, 

Michael Sweeney
Administrator

Dear Webster Families,

It’s hard to believe that September is already almost in the rearview mirror! We continue to have a strong start to the school year, and our students are doing a great job staying focused and following expectations. A special thank you to our families for reinforcing our school policy around internet-enabled devices — students have done an excellent job keeping their phones and other devices in their lockers during the school day. Your support makes a big difference in maintaining a distraction-free learning environment.

Please see below for important information regarding Homecoming Week, 9/29 - 10/3. We’re excited to celebrate school spirit this week and look forward to a fun and positive week for all students!

Spirit Week

• Monday: Pajama Day
• Tuesday: Twin Day
• Wednesday: “Level Up,” dress up as your favorite game character.
• Thursday: Throwback Thursday, dress up from a different decade.
• Friday: Freshmen wear green, Sophomores wear gold, Juniors wear black, and Seniors wear Togas.

Thursday 10/2:

Power Puff Game, Bonfire and Food Trucks 6 - 8:30PM @ the SHS

Friday 10/3:  

6:30PM - VARSITY Football game vs Pittsford at home under the lights.

 Saturday 10/4 - Athletic Games:

Volleyball - JV 10AM & Varsity 11:30AM

Boys & Girls JV Soccer - 11AM

Girls Varsity Soccer - 3PM

Boys Varsity Soccer - 5:30PM

For details on all the games this week, visit the Section V schedule.

Saturday 10/4: HOMECOMING DANCE - 7 – 10 pm in the SHS Gymnasium

Tickets on sale this week in the Counseling Suite.

$5 each - ONLY R-H STUDENTS (grades 10-12) MAY ATTEND THIS EVENT (no outside guests will be admitted)

Please don't hesitate to contact me at 359-5528 or msweeney@rhnet.org with any questions or concerns.

Sincerely,

Michael Sweeney
Administrator

Reminder for Parents & Guardians:

The Webster Learning Center Open House will be held from 6–7 p.m. Thursday, September 18. This event is for families of students in both the Alternative Program and the Transitions Program.  This is an informal event, teachers will be in their classrooms from 6-7pm and look forward to seeing all of you.

All families who attend will be entered into a raffle for an R-H gift bag! 

We hope to see you there to connect, learn more about our programs, and celebrate the great work happening at WLC. If you cannot attend and have any specific questions, suggestions, or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your child’s teacher or to me.

Looking forward to a great evening together!

Sincerely,

Michael Sweeney
Administrator

WLC Families,

We’ve had an awesome first week here at the Webster Learning Center! Our students are off to a fantastic start, and we’re especially proud of how well they’re doing with putting their cell phones and internet-enabled devices in their lockers during the day. Thank you so much for your continued support in helping create a focused and distraction-free learning environment.

We’re also excited to invite you to our Open House from 6 to 7 PM Thursday, September 18. Our teachers will be in their classrooms and are looking forward to meeting you and sharing more about what your students will be learning this year. Please feel free to stop by and say hello!

Reminder - Picture Day for the Webster Learning Center is October 2nd.

New Website: R-H has a new website! Please familiarize yourself with the website and share feedback here. The direct link to our site is wlc.rhnet.org. 

As always, if you have any questions, suggestions, or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Sincerely,

Michael Sweeney
Administrator