Newsletters and Parent Updates
Communication is key to success! Please let a STAAR Board Member know if you have additional questions.
The information provided here is subject to change without notice at the discretion of the Board or Creative Team members.
Newsletter: 3/9/2025
Spring Play rehearsals are well underway now and performance dates are coming quickly! We need your help during the Spring Play. Your time, talent and support of our program is valued so much. Please look for an email soon that will include sign ups for volunteering (using Sign-Up Genius).
Here are a few examples of some of the upcoming volunteer opportunities.
Snack Brigade
STAAR provides snacks/food to the students on long rehearsal days closer to the production
Concessions and STAARgrams
Will need volunteers to help sell concessions during performances/intermissions
STAARgrams are handwritten message of support to the cast and crew members
Banquet Planning/Staffing/Decorating
Spring Play Show Shirts
The design for the Spring Play show shirts is in process. Please look for an email with a link to order a shirt coming VERY SOON! We will have different options available for this again. Choose from basic t-shirt, long sleeve t-shirt, hooded sweatshirt and crewneck sweatshirt.
Rogers Theatre Apparel
We are excited to have a new vendor for our RHS Theatre Apparel this spring! Lots of options! The shop has a closing date/deadline of Sunday, March 16, 2025 (11:59 PM CDT)
Directions for ordering are on the store website. Here are a few notes about ordering. Please note that the apparel customization process begins after the store has closed and typically takes 2-3 weeks to complete. If ordering for a student, please put their name in the Student/Player name section while checking out. LATE ORDERS (after store closes) will be charged a $15 late fee. And lastly, items ordered on this site are custom made and therefore all sales are final.
Please click the link below to order!!
Spring Play - Important Dates
Senior Citizen Performance at RHS PAC: Tuesday, April 22nd at 7pm
Spring Play Performances
Thursday, April 24th at 7pm
Friday, April 25th at 7pm
Saturday, April 26th at 2pm
Saturday, April 26th at 7pm
Spring Play Company Party is Sunday, April 27th, 6:30p-8pm
Required Strike - Monday the 28th after school until 5:30pm
Other Important Upcoming Dates:
Senior Scholarship Night
Monday, May 12th
Theater Banquet
Wednesday, May 21st at the RAC and then moves to the PAC after dinner
Future Board Meetings
4/1/25 at 6:30pm
5/6/25 at 6:30pm
6/10/25 at 6:30pm (subject to change due to Spotlight/Graduation)
As always, please reach out with questions, comments, or concerns. All of this information is located under Newsletters/Updates on our website as well.
Thanks so much for your support!
Your STAAR Board Members
Newsletter: 2/19/2025
Thank you so much to everyone who attended the Spring Play Parent/Guardian Meeting for Our Town. We’re looking forward to supporting another fun production! We have included the notes from the slideshow presented by Mr. Fossum and Austin Adler, contact information, important dates, as well as information from STAAR.
STAAR (Student Theatrical Arts Association of Rogers - Booster Club)
What is STAAR? We are a parent-led volunteer group that supports the theater program at Rogers High School in many ways. We assist the Creative Team by getting volunteers, raising funds, generating community support, advertising, etc. You can think of us as the theater booster club and we would love to have your support!
We need your help during the Spring Play. Please look for an email soon that will include sign ups for volunteering. Here are a few examples of some of the upcoming volunteer opportunities.
Snack Brigade
STAAR provides snacks/food to the students on long rehearsal days closer to the production
Concessions and STAARgrams
Will need volunteers to help sell concessions during performances/intermissions
STAARgrams are handwritten message of support to the cast and crew members
Volunteers for our Senior Citizen Performance afternoon
Banquet Planning/Staffing
Spring Play - Our Town (notes from Matthew Fossum and Austin Adler)
Rehearsal calendars
Rehearsals until 5:30pm, then 6:00pm after Spring Break, then 6:30pm starting Monday, April 14th
No rehearsal over Spring Break
Tech Schoology: TJH5-3BB6-S57VK
Remind code: Text @rhsot2025 to 81010
Important Dates
BLACKOUT DATE (no conflicts allowed)
Starting Monday, April 7th
Senior Citizen Performance at RHS PAC: Tuesday, January 22nd at 7pm
Spring Play Performances
Thursday, April 24th at 7pm
Friday, April 25th at 7pm
Saturday, April 26th at 2pm
Saturday, April 26th at 7pm
Spring Play Company Party is Sunday, April 27th (time TBD)
Required Strike - Monday the 28th after school until 5:30pm
Upcoming STAAR Board Meeting
The next board meeting will take place on Tuesday, March 4th at 6:30pm at Missy Nelson’s house. Please let us know if you’d like an invite emailed. All are welcome!
As always, please reach out with questions, comments, or concerns. All of this information is located under Newsletters/Updates on our website as well.
Thanks so much for your support!
STAAR Board Members
Newsletter: 1/1/2025
Happy New Year from the STAAR Board members! We hope you had a fantastic holiday season! Just a few quick notes.
One Act Play - Show Shirts (JAN 6th ORDER DEADLINE)
Show shirts are ready! Please order your show shirt before January 6, 2025. The store will close at 11:59pm on the 6th. There are a few options available this year! Students may choose a short sleeve t-shirt, long sleeve t-shirt, crew neck sweatshirt, or hoodie. When choosing the “Delivery” option, please choose the “Pickup At POOKY AND BELL” option. All orders will be sent and distributed together. Again, please order before 1/6/2025!
Use the link below to order!
One Act Play - Monster Important Dates
Monster Community Night at RHS PAC: Wednesday, January 22nd at 7pm
Subsections: Saturday, January 25th at Andover
Sections: Saturday, February 1st at STMA
State: Friday, February 7th “sometime during the day”
Upcoming STAAR Board Meeting
The next board meeting will take place on Tuesday, January 7th at 6:30pm at Missy Nelson’s house. Please let us know if you’d like an invite emailed.
As always, please reach out with questions, comments, or concerns. All of this information is located under Newsletters/Updates on our website as well.
Thanks so much for your support!
STAAR Board Members
Newsletter: 12/10/24
Thank you to all who attended the Open STAAR Board Meeting last Thursday at Davanni’s! We had a lot of good discussions and it was fun to get to know people! Our next meeting will be January 7 at 6:30pm at Missy Nelson’s house (president of STAAR and Jed’s mom). Everyone is welcome! If you would like an invite sent to you, please let us know. We have tentative meetings scheduled (locations to be determined).
Future Meetings Scheduled
2/4/25 at 6:30pm
3/4/25 at 6:30pm
4/1/25 at 6:30pm
5/6/25 at 6:30pm
6/10/25 at 6:30pm (subject to change due to Spotlight/Graduation)
We Need A Volunteer With A Truck
We are still looking for a parent/family volunteer to tow the band trailer to subsections and sections for the One Act Play. You don’t need to be a One Act Play parent to volunteer. Please reach out if you have a truck and could donate your time. We have a hitch for the larger trailer that we can use, just not the truck.
Rose Bundles
Our Musical Director, Cyndy Gauthier, has the flash drives. If you haven’t received your flash drive, please check with your student so they can coordinate pickup from Cyndy Gauthier.
RHS Theatre Logo Gear
The store is open and accepting orders! We will be adding additional color options soon.
As always, please reach out with questions, comments, or concerns. All of this information is located under Newsletters/Updates on our website as well.
Thanks so much for your support!
STAAR Board Members
Newsletter: 11/20/24
Upcoming STAAR Board Meeting
The next board meeting will take place on Thursday, December 5th at 6pm at Davanni’s in Rogers and we want you to attend! Everyone is welcome! This will be a casual meeting to discuss who and what STAAR is, meet the Creative Team (directors), meet some student Drama Club officers, and meet other families!
You don’t need to be a board member to come to the meeting. We want you to feel welcome and get to know other people who have the same goals for their kiddos as you do. Come enjoy some pizza and see what STAAR is all about. Please reach out if you have questions!
Give to the Max Day takes place TOMORROW, Thursday, Nov. 21!
But you don’t have to wait until tomorrow to donate, early donating is open! STAAR needs your support. STAAR (Student Theatrical Arts Association of Rogers) supports the development and sustained growth of the Rogers High School Theater Department. This is a great opportunity to give to an organization that your student is passionate about. Our goal this year is to raise more than $1500. That means each student needs to raise $20 in order to help us reach our goal.
Please feel free to share the link with your family and friends as well. Your support is so appreciated! This program wouldn’t be where it is without your generosity and commitment.
The link to the STAAR donation site is here: STAAR | GiveMN
Pictures
Pictures of the Company were taken on 11/6 and there have been requests to purchase access to the photos. Because we cannot “sell” the pictures, if you purchase a Rose for $10, we will email you the link to just the pictures. This does not include the video, only picture access and a light-up rose. Use the link below to order:
Yard Signs
The yard signs around the community were collected last week, but if you happen to see a lingering sign, please grab it and throw it away. We would greatly appreciate your help! Initially we wanted the metal stakes to be returned for reuse, however, we’ve noticed the quality this year hasn’t been great. So we’ve changed our minds. You can either keep them for future use or throw them away.
RHS Theatre Logo Gear
Order your logo gear now! The store is still open and accepting orders! We will be adding additional color options soon.
RHS Theatre Logo Gear Store
DON’T FORGET TO DONATE TOMORROW: Give to the Max DAY!!
As always, please reach out with questions, comments, or concerns. All of this information is located under Newsletters/Updates on our website as well.
Thanks so much for your support!
STAAR Board Members
Newsletter: 11/11/24
What a show! What a weekend! We had great numbers in the PAC and Saturday afternoon we PACKED the PAC with a sold out show!! Congratulations to the entire Company! And thank you to parents, families, and friends who supported RHS Theatre!! As we wrap up the Fall Musical, we want to make sure you know what’s next!
STAAR Board Meeting
The next board meeting will take place on Thursday, December 5th at 6pm at Davanni’s in Rogers and we want you to attend! Everyone is welcome!
You don’t need to be a board member to come to the meeting. We want you to feel welcome and get to know other people who have the same goals for their kiddos as you do. Of course, we are in need of some new board members for next year, but no commitment is required. Come have some pizza and see what STAAR is all about. Please reach out if you have questions!
Give to the Max Day takes place on Thursday, Nov. 21!
But you don’t have to wait until the 21st to donate, early donating is open now! This is a great opportunity to give to an organization that your student is passionate about.
Please feel free to share the link with your family and friends as well. Your support is so appreciated! This program wouldn’t be where it is without your generosity and commitment.
The link to the STAAR donation site is here:
Student Theatrical Arts Association of Rogers | GiveMN
Pictures
Pictures of the Company were taken on 11/6 and are ready for release! Additionally, we’re working on the production (on the flash drive). Families who have signed up and purchased a Rose Bundle should have received an email today with the link. It’s not too late to order! If you haven’t purchased already, the Rose Bundle is still available! Please complete the form using this link: Rose Bundle Order Form
Yard Signs
The yard signs around the community and in your yards were great! Thank you! In order to save on costs, we are asking that the metal stake be returned to STAAR. If they are in good condition, please send them back with your students. STAAR will plan to collect and store them for future shows!
RHS Theatre Logo Gear
Order your logo gear now! The store is still open and accepting orders! We will be adding additional color options soon. RHS Theatre Logo Gear Store
What’s Next? One Act Play!
The next RHS Production will be the One Act Play. Students interested in this will have an informational meeting on Thursday with Mr. Fossum. More information is available on the theatre website. Rogers Royals Theatre
As always, please reach out with questions, comments, or concerns. All of this information is located under Newsletters/Updates on our website as well.
Thanks so much for your support!
STAAR Board Members
Musical Pictures: 11/5/24
Parents/Guardians,
Professional pictures will be taken of the entire Company (cast, crew, and pit) on 11/6!! Please remind your student to return any wigs/costumes/props that were taken home for "cleaning" purposes, to school tomorrow.
Also, the Rose Bundle is still available if you would like access to the pictures and a video copy of the performance on a flash drive!
Thanks again for your support!
Strike Help 11/4/24
What a weekend!! You all have very talented kiddos and it was so fun to see them shining!
The last show is Saturday, November 9. After the show, the students are all required to help STRIKE (take down the set, clean up, etc). It's a huge undertaking this year with such an elaborate, beautiful set and we need your help!
We're looking for parents/guardians to bring their drills and help tear down the castle after the show. We also need someone to help transport things to our storage unit.
If you can help, please email STAAR (staarmn@gmail.com).
Thank you all so much!
Newsletter: 10/23/24
Opening weekend is fast approaching! A few updates and reminders leading up to show week.
Royal-Tea Party: Sunday, 10/27 2pm-4pm
Students involved should plan to meet at the school ~1pm to get dressed in costume. If they are helping out but not in costume, please remind them to wear their show shirts!! Looking forward to a fun afternoon!
“Be Our Guest” Student Event, 10/27 4pm-6pm
The RHS cast/crew is hosting STMA theater at the RAC on Sunday, Oct 27 for a gathering/potluck. The Drama Club officers have a couple requests. Please remind your students to sign up to bring a dish to share. Also, students are planning to play board and/or card games, so if your kiddo is attending the event, ask them to bring a fun game!
(Students received a communication in Schoology about this)
Parent Preview Night (10/30/24), STAAR-Grams and Rose Bundles
Wednesday October 30 at 6:30pm is Parent Preview Night! Come and get a first look at what your actor/crew member has been up to the last few months!
We will also have the Rose Bundle available for purchase at Parent Preview Night. We will also have light-up roses to interact with the show for purchase and STAAR-Grams, too! STAAR-Grams are sold at each show and provide a creative way to help recognize your “STAR”.
Volunteers
Thank you to everyone who has signed up to volunteer! We know your time is valuable and we appreciate you giving that time/talent to support your actor/crew member!
If you've volunteered to help with a show, please check in at Concessions to connect with a Front of House Manager when you arrive at the PAC. You will receive a lanyard indicating you are a volunteer and a reserved place to sit during the show.
Fundraising
Don't forget about the calendar fundraiser! If you've collected money, you can send it to STAAR via cash, check, PayPal or Square. Reach out if you need help navigating any of those options. We want it to be easy for you!
Company Party
The actors and crew will celebrate all their show successes on Sunday, November 10th at the RAC! This party is to celebrate the entire company, including tech and pit members!! We are ordering food for dinner and hoping to get a few more RSVPs in. Check with your student to see if they submitted their RSVP!
(Students received a communication in Schoology about this)
Show Shirts
The website for show shirts will be open until Friday 10/25 at 11:59pm for last minute shirt orders. The site will close for orders at that time and will not be opened again.
RHS Theatre Logo Gear
Order your logo gear now! The store is open!
As always, please reach out with questions, comments, or concerns.
Thanks so much for your support!
Newsletter: 10/17/24
Opening weekend is fast approaching! We need your help to get the word out. Included in this communication are two flyers, one for the upcoming Royal-Tea Party and the other for the show. Please feel free to take a screenshot or download and post on your social media accounts and share with friends and family!
Beauty and the Beast Tickets
The ticket link is live! We anticipate a lot of support from our community and theater families, so get your tickets before they sell out. Please feel free to share with family & friends and on social media!
Fundraising
We hope the calendar fundraiser is going well for you all. If you haven’t started yet, there’s still some time! Each donation is so helpful. Thank you for supporting your child and STAAR! Reach out with questions.
Parent Preview Night (10/30/24) and Rose Bundles
Each year the students have one final rehearsal before their shows. We call this Parent Preview Night. This night gives the cast and crew a final opportunity to fix and fine tune things. Please join us Wednesday October 30 at 6:30pm.to get a first look at what your actor or crew member has been up to the last few months!
We will also have the Rose Bundle available for purchase at Parent Preview Night. The Rose Bundle includes a light up rose, access to your child's professional pictures during the show and in their favorite costumes, as well as a flash drive with video of the production. The Rose Bundle is $40. You can order now! Rose Bundles available through this link: Rose Bundle Order Form
Volunteer Sign Ups
Don’t forget to sign up to volunteer!
NEW! Two new opportunities have been added for the Company Party on 11/10/24! We need your help with setting up and cleaning up. We also need fun desserts! Here’s your chance to get creative and bring a Beauty and the Beast themed dessert for the kids! Make bars, purchase cookies, whatever sounds good!
Other volunteer opportunities still available:
Murder Mystery Night (Drama Club Event)
A huge thank you to those who already signed up to volunteer. Your time, talent and support of our program is valued so much. We welcome new faces at our monthly meetings! We would love to have you on the Board!
Logo Gear
Rogers Theatre gear is available now! New items will be added soon, including long sleeve and short sleeve t-shirts.
**Shipping is extra, but the item(s) will be shipped to your home. STAAR is planning a weekly pick up of product if you don’t want to add shipping charges.**
Upcoming Dates
Oct 27: Royal Tea-Party at the RAC (an exciting and fun opportunity for the community and the students!)
Oct 30: Parent Preview Night and Rose Bundles available
Nov 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 9: Beauty and the Beast Production
Nov 9: Strike (ALL cast and crew required to be there!)
Nov 10: Company Party at the RAC!
As always, please reach out with questions, comments, or concerns. Check our website for updates!
Thanks so much for your support!
STAAR Board Members
Volunteers: 9/26/24
Hello Beauty and the Beast Families-
Thank you to everyone who signed up to volunteer during the parent meeting!
We need LOTS of volunteers in October and November so we are hoping that each family signs up for at least one time slot below. The time commitment is minimal and I promise you will enjoy meeting and working with all of the amazing theater parents at RHS!
**If you have an interest in a future leadership role in managing concessions, volunteers and show week and want to learn more (I’m a senior parent and will be looking for 1 or more people to step into the role next year), please attend the next STAAR meeting on Tuesday, October 1st or reply to this email!
Click on the links to learn more and sign up:
MURDER MYSTERY NIGHT (DRAMA CLUB EVENT)
Thank you in advance for signing up!
Newsletter: 9/24/24
A few STAAR (Theater Booster Club) updates for you.
Fundraising
First, thank you to all who joined us for our Rockwoods Community Night! We had a good turnout and some good food. Thank you for supporting STAAR and your child! Also, we hope the calendar fundraiser is going well for you all. If you haven’t started yet, you have time! Reach out with questions.
Beauty and the Beast Tickets
The ticket link is live! We anticipate a lot of support from our community and theater families, so get your tickets before they sell out. Please feel free to share with family & friends and on social media!
gofan.co/app/school/MN9805?activity=Performing%20Arts
Show Shirts - DEADLINE FOR ORDERING IS 9/26/24
Don’t forget to order a Beauty and the Beast show shirt for your student. New this year, we have options available for the shirt. Choose from basic t-shirt, long sleeve t-shirt, hooded sweatshirt and crewneck sweatshirt. Parents, families, and friends can order them too! The deadline to order this shirt is THIS THURSDAY, 9/26!
https://rogers-theatre.spiritsale.com/index.html
Parent Preview Night and Rose Bundles
Each year the students have one final rehearsal before their shows. We call this Parent Preview Night. This night gives the cast and crew a final opportunity to fix and fine tune things. Please join us Wednesday October 30 at 6:30pm. We will also have the Rose Bundle available for purchase. The Rose Bundle includes a light up rose, access to your child's professional pictures during the show and in their favorite costumes, as well as a flash drive with a video of the full production. The Rose Bundle is $40.
Volunteer Sign Ups
Coming soon! Please look for an email with a link to sign up to volunteer! It literally takes a village to make all this happen and we are so grateful! Opportunities are plentiful and it’s not too late!
And a huge thank you to those who already signed up to volunteer. Your time, talent and support of our program is valued so much. We welcome new faces at our monthly meetings! We would love to have you on the Board!
Upcoming Dates
Sept 26: Show shirt ordering deadline
Oct 27: Royal Tea-Party at the RAC (an exciting and fun opportunity for the community and the students! More information to come!)
Oct 30: Parent Preview Night and Rose Bundles available
Nov 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 9: Beauty and the Beast Production
Nov 9: Strike (ALL cast and crew required to be there!)
Nov 10: Company Party at the RAC!
As always, please reach out with questions, comments, or concerns.
Thanks so much for your support!
STAAR Board Members
Newsletter: 9/5/24
A few STAAR (Theatre Booster Club) updates for you.
Rockwoods Fundraising Night
Tuesday, September 10th, is our RHS Theatre Fundraising Night at Rockwoods in Otsego. From 6pm-9pm, 10% of all sales will be donated to STAAR to benefit your kiddos. This is for dine-in only and reservations can be made, if you’d like, at www.rockwoodsmn .The flyer is included in this email, please, please share on your social media and with family and friends! We’re looking forward to a busy night at Rockwoods.
Parent Volunteer Sign Ups
Thank you to each parent who signed up to help STAAR! Please look for volunteer opportunities and sign ups being sent early October. If you don’t receive an email regarding a volunteer opportunity or you have time or talent to share with us in a specific way, please get in touch with one of your board members (staarmn@gmail.com).
As always, please reach out with questions, comments, or concerns.
Thanks so much for your support!
STAAR Board Members
P.S. Don’t forget the London Performing Arts Tour for theatre, band, choir and technician students is happening July 2025! Kristina Hess (District 728 Auditorium/Theater Manager) is hosting a virtual informational meeting on September 17th. Please see attached flyer.
Newsletter: 8/28/24
Hello!
Thank you so much to all those who attended the Parent Information Night for our Fall Musical last night! If you were unable to attend and have questions, please reach out to STAAR at this email address! And if you were there and still have questions, please ask!! There was a lot of information covered and we understand that can feel overwhelming.
In this email, please find the slideshow presented last night, the informational flier for our Rockwoods Fundraising night (happening Sept 10th), and the fundraising calendar introduced last night (you can start that anytime!). Without this fundraising, our program wouldn’t be where it is today. Our kiddos need our help!
On that note, we’d like to invite you to attend our next Board Meeting next Wednesday, Sept 4th at 6:30pm. This meeting will be held virtually and is open to anyone wanting to be more involved with STAAR. As we mentioned last night, 4 of 5 board members have seniors and we need to fill those positions. We aren’t looking for a commitment if you don’t feel ready yet, but come to the meetings, listen, and learn what we do and how much fun we have. We need you! If a board position isn’t what you’re looking for, please come anyway and help us! Here’s the link to our virtual meeting - STAAR Board Meeting
Lastly, we communicate in many different ways to make sure the cast, crew, and their families get all the information needed. Email, the Band app, Remind app, and even Facebook and Instagram are used to communicate. STAAR manages its own Facebook group too and we would LOVE for you to join us there. Here’s the link! STAAR Facebook
We look forward to a very successful and fun year for our cast and crew members!
Sincerely,
Your STAAR Board Members
Missy (president), Jen (VP), Shawn (treasurer), Marie (sponsorship lead), and TJ (secretary)