GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
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The Cedar Park Elementary PTO Scholarship application is now available on Naviance. Two $750 awards. Must have attended CPE for at least 3 years. 2.75 GPA. Due 2/29/24

The MN Masonic Charities Scholarship applications are now available online. More information can be found on Naviance or at: https://mnmasoniccharities.org/masonic-student-scholarships There are several different scholarships with varying GPA/eligibility requirements. There is also one designated for 2 year/technical. All due 2/29/24.

The RHS Soccer Scholarship application is now available on Naviance. Must have played or managed jr and sr years. $500. Due 3/13/24

The Steve Olsen/Rosemount Community Band Scholarship application is now available on Naviance. $500. Must be pursing a major in instrumental music or closely related field. Due 3/13/24.

The Shannon Park Elementary Legacy Scholarship application is now available on Naviance. Must have attended Shannon Park Elementary. Min. 3.0 GPA. One-$1000 award. Due 3/13/24.

The RHS Boys Lacrosse Scholarship application is now available on Naviance. Must have played junior and senior years at any level. $400. Due 3/13/24

The RHS Boys Soccer Scholarship application is available on Naviance. Must have played junior and senior years at any level. $500. Due 3/13/24.

Scholarship application for JUNIORS: The Horatio Alger Scholarship application is open for Junior Students. Several available so check eligibility requirements. Information and application on Naviance or at: https://horatioalger.org/ Due 3/15/24.

The "Catch a Break" Scholarship application is now available on Naviance. Up to $11,000. More info on Naviance or at: http://www.catchabreaksholar.org. Due 3/15/24.

The Horatio Alger Association has several targeted scholarships available to seniors, including some "college specific" awards for colleges in the 5 state area. There are also scholarships for career/2 year technical programs. For more information on eligibility requirements and application, check Naviance or go to: https://horatioalger.org/ Due 3/15/24.

The 2024 CapStrong Scholarship application is now available with link on Naviance. 3-$1000 awards to students who embody excellence in academics, arts and athletics while embracing school spirit and compassion for others, honoring the legacy of Cap George. Minimum 3.3 GPA. Due 3/18/24.

The RHS Senior Scholarship for the Class of 2024 application is now available on Naviance. One application for many local scholarships. Due 3/19/24

The Joan Yambing Wildflower Scholarship application is now available on Naviance. 2-$1000 awards to students in memory and honor of Joan Yambing.

Warrior 196 Leadership Foundation Scholarship apps now available. Warrior 196 Leadership Foundation is proud to award $2000 scholarships to two graduating seniors ​from each high school in ​School District 196 in honor of former students killed while in active military duty. One will be awarded to an AVID student and the other will be open to all. Applications due 3/22/24. Info on Naviance. Avid application: https://www.warrior196.org/avid-scholarship.html Regular application: https://www.warrior196.org/warrior-196-scholarship.html

The 2024 Cindy Briscoe Scholarship application is now available on Naviance. $1000. For those who show grit/courage/compassion. 3.0 GPA Due 3/25/24

The TEAM Kaleigh Memorial Scholarship application is now available on Naviance. 3- $1,000 scholarships to Rosemount High School graduating seniors who display academic excellence, strong citizenship and character, and a desire to make a meaningful contribution to society. Due 3/29/24.

The Kara Mensink Share Your Joy Scholarship application is now available on Naviance. $1000. For graduating RHS student who embodies optimism, curiosity and determination. 3.3 GPA. Due 3/31/24.

The District 8 Hockey Scholarship application is now available on Naviance. $1000. One male and one female winner. Must have been active D8 participant for at least 2 seasons. Due 3/31/24

The MN Golf Foundation Women's Scholarship application is now available on Naviance. $3000. 3.2 Minimum GPA. Must show Interest/involvement in Golf. Due 3/31/24

Dakota County EMS Advisory Council is offering 2- $500 scholarships. The council will award two $500 scholarships to Dakota County High school seniors that intent to pursue post high school EMS or other healthcare related education. More info and app on Naviance. Due 3/31/24.

The Lockhead-Martin STEM Scholarship application is now available. Up to $10,000 renewable for eligible STEM majors. More information and application link on Naviance. Due 4/1/24

Scott Highlands Middle School Scholarship applications (3) now available on Naviance or the SHMS website. $500 Alumni Scholarship. $1000 Education Scholarship. $500 Science Scholarship. May apply for more than one if eligible. Due 4/1/24.

The River Valley Food and Nutrition Scholarship application is now available on Naviance. Must be pursuing a degree in food and nutrition field of study; food service, food science, culinary arts, dietetics, hotel/restaurant mgt, or related field. $550. Due 4/1/23.

The Teddy Taft Memorial Scholarship Application is now available on Naviance. Print copies are also available in the College/Career Center. 1-$500 award to a senior who receives or has received special education services or has/had and Individual Educational Plan. Due 4/4/24

The College Scholarship for a Future Educator Scholarship application is now available on Naviance. The "Support our Teachers" nonprofit is offering a $400 award to any senior pursing degree in education. More info and application on Naviance or in the College/Career Center. Due 4/5/24.

The Gary Anger Scholarship (Red Pine Elementary) application is now available on Naviance. $700. Must have attended Red Pine for at least 1 year. Due 4/5/24.

The Dakota County United Educators (DCUE) Future Educator Scholarship application is now available on Naviance. $500. For Students who are interested in becoming educators. Due 4/12/24.

The Salvation Army Linden Scholarship application is now available on Naviance. Minimum 2.0 GPA. Volunteer service, financial need, and enrollment in 2 year or 4 year college or vocational school. $1500-$3000 awards. Due 4/19/24

The LCpl Dale W. Means Scholarship application is now available on Naviance. 5-$1000 awards. See application for specific requirements. Due 5/1/24.

Jim's TEAM 4 Diabetes Scholarship application is now available. $500. Senior with Type 1 Diabetes diagnosis. More information and application on Naviance. Due 5/17/24.

A list of COLLEGE VISITS can be found on Naviance Student.  To view the list and to REGISTER to attend a visit…log in to Naviance Student.  Go to Colleges>Research Colleges>College Visits.  Click on “Register Now” in order to attend.  You may then stop by the College/Career Center to obtain a pass to attend.  Space will be limited so registration is required.          COLLEGE VISITS:
Tues. 2/13         Winona State at 10:30
                         Iowa State at 12:45
Fri. 2/16             Hibbing Community College at 8:30

Athletics
The Irish Boys Swim & Dive Team won the February 6th meet versus Shakopee 101-74. Irish junior diver, Lucas Gerten, broke his own school record with a 6-dive score of 355.1. During the same meet, Quinlan Schroeder, senior swimmer, tied the Shakopee pool record for 100 yard Breaststroke with a time of 57.59. The Irish Boys Swim & Dive Team finished the conference schedule with a 5-4 record and now head into the section meet at the end of February.

Interested in trying out for the boys golf team? You and your parent/guardian should plan on attending the informational meeting on Monday, Feb 12th at 6:00 pm in the student center addition. If you have any questions, please email Coach Mahady: anthony.mahady@district196.org.

Arts, Activities and Clubs
RHS Woodworking Club is beginning on Tuesday February 13th with an informational meeting and discussion about the club, then we will meet every Tuesday at 2:35pm in room 105 - Wood Shop


The Rosemount Speech Team competed at the Two Rivers Speech Tournament on 2/10 against nearly 800 entries. Here were the results:
Makenah Zappia: 1st in Next-in Oratory and 1st in Next-in Informative
Solanite Ketema: 4th in Humor
Maddy Staley: 7th in Drama
Evelyn Adochio: 5th in Next-in Poetry
Maggie Sidla: 6th in Next-in Extemp Speaking
Keertana Addagudi: 1st in Merit Informative
Shade Knapp: 3rd in Merit Prose
Elise Congemi: 1st in Novice Poetry
Noah Sanborn: 3rd in Novice Drama
Ansell Roshin: 7th in Novice Informative
Solanite, Maddy, Shade, and Maggie all earned their first of two needed bids to qualify for Nationals. Makenah earned her second bid in both Oratory and Informative so she is now qualified for Nationals in both of them. Keertana earned her 5th bid in Info...she's overqualified at this point! Last year at this point in the season the team had earned 6 bids total. This year the team earned 7 bids at this tournament alone, and 14 so far this season!





HIGH SCHOOL RUGBY:  Rugby registration is open for our Girls and Boys high school teams. No experience is necessary. In rugby, everybody plays, everybody carries the ball, and everybody tackles. Rugby suits all body shapes and sizes, and teaches explosiveness, decision-making, and agility. Rugby teaches safe and highly effective tackling, which makes it a perfect off-season sport for HS football players. As a school club sport, Varsity players may earn their letter.
 
Practice begins on March 2nd, which doubles as our "TRY RUGBY" day for potential new players who want to learn more before signing up. The season runs through the end of the school year. More information, including registration links, may be found at https://www.eaasports.org/rugby.

Yearbook is collecting YOUR images from RHS events (fine arts performances, athletic, and academic). Upload your spotlight photos TODAY! https://forms.gle/Pji4giKeCT8pg3137
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Community Education Website
Advantage ACT Prep Course - Virtual (grades 10-12)
Sat | Feb 10 - Mar 2 | 9:00 a.m.-noon | 4 sessions | $180 | Live Online
 
Archery Adventure Camp (ages 9-17)
Mon | Feb 12 - Mar 11 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. | 4 sessions | $85 | PW
Fewer than 5 spots left!
 
Youth/Adult Bowling League at Bogarts (adult and child ages 7+)
Sat | Feb 17 - Mar 16 | 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. | 5 sessions | $229 | Bogart's Entertainment Center
 
Parents … just for you!
Growth Mindset: An Explanation, How We Can Use it in Our Schools and the Supporting Role of Parents
Mon | Feb 12 | 7:00 - 8:15 p.m. | Pay What You Can | RHS

Growth Mindset: An Explanation, How We Can Use it in Our Schools and the Supporting Role of Parents
by Mike Floersch, District 196 secondary math instructional coach, math teacher at Valley Middle School of Stem, soccer coach at Rosemount High School, a professor for Saint Mary’s University Masters of Education Program, and president and founder of the nonprofit, Support Our Teachers.
Mon | Feb 12 | 7:00 - 8:15 p.m. | Pay What You Can | RHS