Happy Pride Month! Together, we can create a world where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Starting this month through Rochester Community Education, we are hosting free LGBTQ+ youth events. These events run throughout the summer, and all youth entering grades 6-12 are welcome. Adult volunteers are needed, too. Learn more: rochesterce.org/o/ce/page/lgbtq-youth #PrideMonth
The RPS community is invited to join us for two virtual budget info sessions to review the 2024-2025 RPS budget and submit feedback. Join us tomorrow from 12-1 p.m. or 5:30-6:30 p.m. via Zoom. The Zoom links can be found at www.rochesterschools.org/events. Select each event to see the details.
Summer meals are back! Starting next Monday, June 10, free meals will be available for children ages 1-18. Meals for adults are also available at a small cost ($3 for breakfast and $5.25 for lunch). For locations, dates, and operating hours, visit: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LKdY6RFqNy9Mf4fLmIzKrksSv6eaTLVf/view
We loved celebrating our grads this weekend! If you missed it, our graduation ceremonies are now available online.
• Century High School: https://www.youtube.com/live/eUiQt8pPaCI?si=1ihczSwjtQ8Jozgd
• John Marshall High School: https://youtu.be/WmPIJDshDJ0?si=YbaJ9TvXaLG_Ldj6
• Mayo High School: https://www.youtube.com/live/a5403BkV0_8?si=O9QhSItA8moAZqcZ
• MNSync Online: https://www.youtube.com/live/-YuO42NDDwI?si=UsZtyDLGTAl9vfbV
Congratulations, Century Class of 2024!
#Classof2024: Finally, we have Century High School ready to graduate!
Century High School Graduation will stream live at 7 p.m. today.
Watch live on our youtube channel: http://youtube.com/isd535
Congratulations, John Marshall Class of 2024!
#Classof2024: Here comes John Marshall High School!
John Marshall High School Graduation will stream live at 3:00 p.m. today.
Watch live on our youtube channel: http://youtube.com/isd535
#Classof2024: Next up is MNSync Online High School to walk across the stage!
MNSync Online Graduation will stream live at 1:30 p.m. today.
Watch live on our youtube channel: http://youtube.com/isd535
Congratulations, Mayo Class of 2024!
#Classof2024: Graduation Day is finally here! First up, Rochester Mayo High School!
Mayo High School Graduation streams live today at 11:00 a.m.
Watch live on our youtube channel: http://youtube.com/isd535
We're closing the door on the 2023-2024 school year! Thanks for all the memories you shared with us and we're looking forward to your next adventures! Some of you we'll see this summer, and to the rest of you, we'll see you next year! #RPSProud #Summer2024
Yesterday, Rochester Alternative Learning Center held graduation ceremonies for their Day and Night School Graduates of 2024, respectively.
Congratulations, class of 2024! 🎓
Our Class of 2024 will receive their diplomas tomorrow, taking the next step in their lives and futures! Tune in online at www.youtube.com/ISD535.
• Mayo High School Ceremony: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• MNSync Online Ceremony: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
• John Marshall High School Ceremony: 3 to 5 p.m.
• Century High School Ceremony: 7 to 9 p.m.
As we near the end of the school year, read a year in review memo from Superintendent Dr. Kent Pekel. He writes about:
➡️ The Academic Agenda
➡️ Supports for Learning
➡️ Family Engagement
➡️ Improving the Organization
➡️ School Start Times and Transportation
➡️ Referendums and Reductions
➡️ What’s Ahead
Read the full memo at: https://www.rochesterschools.org/article/1624433
Yesterday afternoon, family, friends, and faculty gathered outside Phoenix Academy to honor and celebrate the Class of 2024. Congratulations, Phoenix Academy Class of 2024 Graduates!
The RPS School Board voted unanimously to put forward an investment plan to Ignite Student Learning through a referendum. Voters will decide on November 5. View this Q&A to learn more about the Referendum: https://www.rochesterschools.org/article/1621656
Rochester Academy for Independent Living (RAIL) held its graduation ceremony on Friday morning. During the ceremony, each graduate was individually highlighted, and then they celebrated with cake and lemonade afterward.
Congratulations, RAIL class of 2024!🎓
Last week, our Launching Emerging Adults Program (LEAP) held their graduation ceremony. Lots of happy tears were shed as we celebrated these hardworking students. We are very proud of all the work they've put in and the strength and resiliency they display each day!
Congratulations LEAP class of 2024!🎓
On Memorial Day, we celebrate, honor, and remember those who gave their lives for our country. Thank you for your service!
