New school year, same Superintendent in our hallways talking with students! In this edition of Supt in the Halls, Superintendent Pekel asks students what they think about Rochester! Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/6-CSUpsg88E
about 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
We want to wish a happy Vijayadashami to those who celebrate!
about 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
Picture of statue on wall. Text reads: Vijayadashami October 24, 2023. Logo for Rochester Public Schools.
What will the Referendum funds help us accomplish? Watch this brief video to learn more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AmLren2hee8 Be engaged, be informed, and please vote on or before November 7!
about 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
Did you know that Rochester ALC will be hosting a Trunk or Treat event on Sunday, October 29 from 3-4:30pm? This exciting event is organized by student group here at RALC. We are also looking for donations for new and gently used games during the event that will be gifted to our students during the holidays. Join us for face painting, cookie decorating, carnival games, lots of decorated trunks, and a fire truck!
about 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
Rochester Alternative Learning Center's Trunk or treat, a community event. October 29, 3-4:30PM. Rochester ALC parking lot, 37 Woodlake Dr. SE. Fire truck, face painting, cookie decorating, carnival games/prizes. Donations welcome of new or gently used games (board, card, sports, puzzles) to gift ALC students this winter. This program is partially funded with a grant from the Minnesota department of Education (MDE) using federal funding, CFDA 84.287 21st century community learning centers. This program does not necessarily represent the policy of the federal department of education or MDE and you should not assume endorsement by the federal or state government.
Be sure to keep an eye on your mailboxes for the comprehensive brochure detailing the impactful Rochester Public Schools Technology for Transformation Referendum Levy. This informative document provides a thorough understanding of the initiative's benefits and how it will positively shape the future of our educational community. Don't miss this opportunity to stay informed and be an active participant in the betterment of our schools. Please vote on or before November 7.
about 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
check your mailbox
School Board Chair, Cathy Nathan, gives a short summary of some of the highlights from the October 10th School Board Meeting and Special Session. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/Q_VgcbTYdfA.
about 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
Don't miss the opportunity to be part of the conversation that shapes the future of Rochester Public Schools! Join us for the "In the City for Good: Information Session for Proposed Technology Levy" tonight, October 19, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m., for a comprehensive understanding of the transformative potential of the proposed technology levy. Additionally, mark your calendar for the "Virtual Referendum Overview" on October 30, from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m., and the "In-Person Referendum Forum" on November 6, from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Be engaged, be informed, and please vote on or before November 7!
about 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
Save the date
Do you have a gently used bike you no longer use? Drop them off this Saturday, October 21 at the old Silver Lake Fire Station (702 W Silver Lake Dr NE) so they can be repaired and redistributed. See more information at webikerochester.com/donate.
about 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
Pedal it forward poster
LGBTQ+ History Month celebrates lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer history. LGBTQ+ History Month was first celebrated in the United States in 1994, commemorating the first and second marches on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights in October 1979 and 1987. This celebratory month was initially known as Lesbian and Gay History Month, and additional identities were added over time to include and affirm more people from LGBTQ+ communities. At Rochester Public Schools, we believe that every student and staff member has the right to grow in a safe space and to be accepted and valued in school and beyond.
about 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
Celebrating LGBTQ+ History Month. Photo of rainbow flag held in the middle of a crowd. Logo for Rochester Public Schools.
Reminder: There is no school on Thursday and Friday, October 19-20, in observance of Education Minnesota’s MEA conference. Edison Administration Building and Northrup Education Center will still operate during normal business hours.
about 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
No school reminder
Reminder: There is no school on Thursday and Friday, October 19-20, in observance of Education Minnesota’s MEA conference. Edison Administration Building and Northrup Education Center will still operate during normal business hours.
about 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
No school reminder
Unity Day was created by PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center, to come together in one giant orange message of hope and support. The goal of Unity Day is to bring together youth, parents, educators, businesses, and community members across the nation to emphasize the message that bullying is not acceptable and that all students deserve to be safe in school, online, and in the community.
about 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
Wear and share Orange for Kindness, acceptance, and Inclusion. Unity Day on October 18, 2023 - Rochester Public Schools
Drive for First Student and RPS! We are reaching out to parents and the community to help us get our students to and from school by being bus drivers. No experience is necessary to become a First Student bus driver. Benefits include: $3000 sign-on bonus* $24/hr pay* Flexible Schedule Work-life balance No nights or weekends Great work for parents Child ride-along program* To apply, text "BUS" to 52345, scan the QR code in the image above, or visit www.WorkAtFirst.com. *Conditions apply
about 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
school bus with QR code
Join us for our walk-in hiring event for early childhood special education teachers and ESPs. Stop by Hoover Early Learning School tomorrow, Wednesday, October 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to learn more and apply!
about 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
Hoover ELS walk-in hiring event
The Rochester Public Schools 2023 Capital Projects Technology Levy Referendum is our shield against future cyber threats! By investing in cutting-edge computer hardware, we fortify our technology infrastructure and erect a robust defense against potential cyberattacks. Moreover, these funds will support our dedicated staff who tirelessly safeguard our district's technological backbone. Your vote counts in ensuring our digital resilience! Find out more about the referendum here >> https://www.rochesterschools.org/referendum Make sure to vote on or before November 7. Early voting is happening now! Find your polling place here: https://pollfinder.sos.mn.gov/
about 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
Referendum technology
Today, October 16, kicks off National School Bus Safety Week. Teaching children to follow safety rules on the bus is just as important as informing drivers about the laws regarding school buses. As part of the yearly School Bus Safety training across RPS, Washington Elementary students were eager to learn about the rules inside and around the bus. For school bus safety tips, visit https://www.napt.org/files/NSBSW/Bus%20Stop%20Safety%20Tips-2016update.pdf
about 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
Students learning school bus safety
Students learning school bus safety
Students learning school bus safety
Students learning school bus safety
Students learning school bus safety
Students learning school bus safety
Students learning school bus safety
Students learning school bus safety
Students learning school bus safety
Students learning school bus safety
Rochester ALC is hosting a Trunk or Treat event on Sunday, October 29 from 3-4:30pm. This exciting event is organized by student group here at RALC. We are also looking for donations for new and gently used games during the event that will be gifted to our students during the holidays. Join us for face painting, cookie decorating, carnival games, lots of decorated trunks, and a fire truck! Hope to see you there!
about 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
Rochester Alternative Learning Center's Trunk or treat, a community event. October 29, 3-4:30PM. Rochester ALC parking lot, 37 Woodlake Dr. SE. Fire truck, face painting, cookie decorating, carnival games/prizes. Donations welcome of new or gently used games (board, card, sports, puzzles) to gift ALC students this winter. This program is partially funded with a grant from the Minnesota department of Education (MDE) using federal funding, CFDA 84.287 21st century community learning centers. This program does not necessarily represent the policy of the federal department of education or MDE and you should not assume endorsement by the federal or state government.
Happy Dusshera to those who celebrate!
about 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
Picture of lit candle. Text reads: Navratri & Dussehra October 15-24, 2023. Rochester public schools logo.
School Board Director, Jean Marvin, gives a short summary of some of the highlights from the October 10th School Board Study Session. Watch the video here:https://youtu.be/raPV7VogDXI?si=mJh8kV1RwYr1m-51.
about 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
From providing information to families to ensuring all students have access to nutritious food and meals, our School Nutritionist, Kayla T., has an ever changing role that is centered around the well-being of our students. Read More about “A day in the life of our School Nutritionist” here: https://www.rochesterschools.org/article/1288985
about 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
A Day in the life of our school nutritionist: 8:00 a.m. - As soon as I’m in the office I start answering emails and planning out my day which can vary based on nutrition requests, staffing, and more. Each morning our office manager emails our team letting us know which locations have substitute employees. If an elementary kitchen lead is out, as is this day, I call the substitute employee to make sure they are aware and comfortable with the special diets at the site. Answering emails in the morning can take up to an hour; most of my emails are from the SNS staff, nurses, or parents/caregivers of children with special diet needs. This morning I received a new special diet statement, and I call the parent to discuss their child’s individual needs. I gather enough information to draft a menu for this parent, and then email it to them to review. While I’m working through my emails, I learn that one of our suppliers is short on some of the lunch menu items we ordered for delivery this week. In discussion with the SNS admin team, we discuss possible substitute products and decide which schools they can go to. I review all nutritionals and allergens to make sure they are acceptable. Unfortunately, we do not have an acceptable substitute for one of the elementary menu items for next week due to allergens, so we make the decision to pull this item from the menu. I email all elementary health office staff so they are aware of this change and update the lunch menu document. As part of my role, I oversee a snack program called the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program at three of our eligible elementary schools. After developing the menu for the month, I need to calculate the number of cases of each snack to send to these three locations for our warehouse staff. I create a shipping guide for them to ensure the snacks get to the right location. I get this ready to bring with me to the warehouse at our Facilities Service Center (FSC) where we distribute all of our student nutrition products and send them to schools. 10:00 a.m. - Before I leave for FSC, I have a list of special diet food items that need to be purchased and delivered to some elementary locations. I head to Hy-Vee to purchase these items then go to FSC to add these items to tomorrow’s deliveries. While at FSC, I pull together the warehouse staff to discuss the snack calendar. I also mention a delivery I have coming in the next day of pureed food and which locations these products need to be sent to. I pick up a case of vanilla soymilk and a case of tube feeding formula that I need to personally deliver to an elementary school because they are needed for today’s lunch.