John R. Rogers High School
Daily Bulletin
Hello everyone –
Today is Tuesday, September 29th – and lunch today is Orange Chicken
and Chow Mein.
We acknowledge that we are on the unceded lands of the Spokane Tribe. The Spokane people shared this place with other tribes through their relations, resources, history, trade, and ceremony. We thank the caretakers of this land, who lived, and continue to live here Since Time Immemorial. This land holds the knowledge, culture, and spirit of “The People of the River”.
Please rise and remove your hats for the pledge of allegiance. “I pledge allegiance..."
Our Pirate Athlete of the Week is Soccer's Sabrina Schaefer! Sabrina truly embodies what it means to be coachable. Having never played soccer before this season, her growth has been remarkable—she asks questions, applies feedback, works hard, and never complains. She brings fierce competitiveness, focus, and high character to everything she does. Her commitment and positive attitude are an incredible asset to our team.
Attention, photo club members and anyone who would like to join the club. We are having an emergency meeting today right after school in B163.
Congratulations to the varsity girl's slow-pitch softball team who defeated Cheney last night 14 to 11 in the bottom of the 7th on a walk off 3 run home runs by senior Abbigail Adams. Come out and support the Pirates tonight at Merkel field at 7:30 under the lights against G-Prep. Go Pirates!
Tomorrow, September 30th, we wear orange to bring awareness and remembrance of individuals, families and communities impacted by Indian residential schools. This day is inspired by the story of Phyllis Webstad of having her orange shirt taken away on her first day at Indian residential school. The orange shirt has become a symbol of hope, reconciliation, and commitment to a better future. By wearing an orange shirt on September 30th, you make a statement to support truth & reconciliation and commit to the enduring truth that “EVERY CHILD MATTERS”
Are you 16 or older? Sign up to donate blood at our Blood Drive on October 6th! To make an appointment, scan the QR code on the flyers posted around school. If you’re under 18: scan the QR code on the flyer and have a parent e-consent OR grab a parent permission slip from Ms. Usai in room R303 before the drive. Every donation makes a real difference.
Class advisor elections are happening this week! Be on the lookout in your student email for your chance to vote.
Sophomore College Trips are happening on 10/8. Permissions slips will be on distributed this week to those who signed up. See Mrs. Gwinn if you have questions.
Attention Senior Girls - are you interested in participating in the Spokane Lilac Festival Royalty Scholarship & Development Program? Please see Mrs. Gwinn after school this week to learn more about upcoming dates and event details!
We are looking for plastic Milk Jugs for our Winter spirit game. If you are willing to donate, please rinse them out and bring them to the Leadership room, N156.
Need food, clothes, hygiene items, school supplies, or housing support? Or maybe you’re not sure where to go for help? Just Ask! Scan the QR code on a “Just Ask” flyer around the building and fill out the quick form or connect with Ms. Bell in the RFCC. Tell us what you need, and we’ll help connect you with the right support. You don’t have to figure it out alone. Just Ask!
Rogers Pirates are Responsible, Respectful, Relentless! Let’s make it a great day Pirates!
Spokane Public Schools complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate in the admission, treatment, employment, or access to its programs or activities on the basis of age, sex, marital status, race, color, creed, national origin, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, to the use of a trained guide or service animal by a person with a disability, sexual orientation including gender expression or gender identity, or honorably discharged veteran or military status. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular school activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district’s Title IX/Staff Civil Rights Officer, ADA Officer, Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying (HIB)/Student Civil Rights Officer and/or 504 Compliance Officer. The following Civil Rights Compliance Coordinators have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator: Jodi Harmon, 509.354.7344. Section 504 Coordinator: Melanie Smith, 509.354.7284 (UPDATED 09/2022)