RPS Superintendent Kent Pekel says moving Sunset Terrace Elementary into Gage Elementary is no longer an option for cost savings, as it would have required changes to attendance boundaries and impacted additional students. As an alternative, the school district is considering using unused space to house the district's Middle School Alternative Program, which is currently located in the Friedell Building, now up for sale. Listen to the podcast episode: https://krocnews.com/rochester-elementary-move-proposal-scrapped/
Earn your Bilingual Seal! Graduating high school students in Minnesota with a multilingual background and/or studying a language other than English are eligible to earn a bilingual seal after graduation. Fill out the survey at https://tinyurl.com/RPSSealsBiliteracy and register for an exam time.
We're supporting and empowering students in every way imaginable. What better way to empower students than to let one call a snow day! We've put Century High School sophomore, Jaycob Krebs through rigorous training on how to call snow days. Stay tuned to RPS socials to see what call he'll make: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jPwjsoXBMy4
During today’s Curriculum and Development Day, staff across the district came together to learn, reflect, and build connections with one another. These dedicated days keep staff informed about upcoming initiatives and expectations while also creating space for meaningful problem-solving. By sharing insights and strategies from their own perspectives, teams work together to strengthen instruction and better support students.
The RPS School Board will meet tomorrow at 5:30 p.m. in the Edison Board Room (615 7th St SW). On the agenda for tomorrow’s regular meeting is: RPS 2030 Strategic Plan Elementary School Options, RPS Improvement Targets Proposal, Support of Repealing the Special Law Establishing the "Alley System" for School Board Elections in ISD #535.
If you cannot attend in person, you can livestream the meeting at https://www.youtube.com/isd535.
You can view all full meeting agendas at https://rochesterschools.org/simbli.
If you cannot attend in person, you can livestream the meeting at https://www.youtube.com/isd535.
You can view all full meeting agendas at https://rochesterschools.org/simbli.
Ever wondered what a Superintendent does on a Tuesday morning?
This week, Superintendent Pekel had a howling good time narrating the Russian classic "Peter and the Wolf" at John Marshall High School. Joined by the talented musicians of the Rochester Symphony, they introduced elementary students to the orchestra's different voices through Sergey Prokofiev's timeless story.
Check out the highlights from a morning of symphonic storytelling!
This week, Superintendent Pekel had a howling good time narrating the Russian classic "Peter and the Wolf" at John Marshall High School. Joined by the talented musicians of the Rochester Symphony, they introduced elementary students to the orchestra's different voices through Sergey Prokofiev's timeless story.
Check out the highlights from a morning of symphonic storytelling!
As we close out celebrating Public Schools Week, we want to highlight that our commitment to our families goes far beyond the school building. Every day, our buses travel 12,250 miles to bring our kids together. These miles represent our vision that every student thrives in school and in life. No matter where they live in our community, we are here to provide the connection they need to succeed. You can learn more about our transportation options at www.rochesterschools.org/transportation.
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#PublicSchoolsWeek #PSW26
At Rochester Public Schools, our Vision is that every student thrives in school and in life—and that journey starts early. Last year, we welcomed 1,223 young learners for their Early Childhood Screening.
By checking in on vision, hearing, and development after a child's 3rd birthday, we are living out our Value of Supporting the whole student. These free, fun screenings help us paint a picture of a child’s unique skills while connecting families with the resources they need.
Learn more about Early Childhood Screenings at https://www.rochesterce.org/early-childhood-screening
By checking in on vision, hearing, and development after a child's 3rd birthday, we are living out our Value of Supporting the whole student. These free, fun screenings help us paint a picture of a child’s unique skills while connecting families with the resources they need.
Learn more about Early Childhood Screenings at https://www.rochesterce.org/early-childhood-screening
This is a reminder that there is no school on Tuesday, March 3. Staff will be participating in a curriculum and development (CAD) day.
Rochester Public Schools is the heart of a community focused on lifelong learning. Whether you are three years old or eighty-three, we believe in investing in our community's future by providing exceptional opportunities for everyone to grow.
➡️ We help our youngest learners flourish through 177 Preschool Enrichment classes, 105 Early Childhood Family Education classes, and 26 RPS Preschool classrooms.
➡️ Our youth students stay engaged and inspired through 767 Youth Enrichment and 21st Century programs designed to help them find their spark.
➡️ Learning doesn't stop at graduation. We host 655 Adult Enrichment classes, 241 Adults With Exceptional Abilities classes, and 116 unique offerings at Hawthorne Education.
Learn more about our Community Education program at https://www.rochesterce.org.
Our value of ensuring excellence through evidence means we use data and proven practices to help our students grow. To date, 90% of RPS 8th graders have used Xello to discover careers connected to their personal interests. By using these tools, we are investing in our community’s future and preparing the next generation of thinkers and doers. Discover more about how our students use the Xello tool at www.rochesterschools.org/xello.
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At Rochester Public Schools, we want every student to be “Challenged to Strive and Supported to Thrive.” With more than 120 extracurricular options for our secondary students, we live out our Value of building belonging and connection. By offering a wide variety of activities, we ensure every student can find a place where they belong, helping them develop the social skills and confidence needed to pursue a fulfilling path. Learn more about our mission at www.rochesterschools.org/about.
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To help our students flourish, we focus on our value of supporting the whole student. This includes their physical well-being, which is why our nutrition team serves over 16,000 meals every single day. Meeting these basic needs is essential to our mission: to equip every student with the resilience to pursue a fulfilling path. Learn more about our Student Nutrition Services Department at https://www.rochesterschools.org/student-nutrition.
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We are proud of our vibrant school communities! Building belonging and connection is a key RPS Value. With 87 languages spoken by our students, we have much to celebrate. Embracing these perspectives creates an environment where every student feels at home and ready to learn. Learn more about our values at www.rochesterschools.org/about.
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Meet Sonya! She's here to pull back the curtain and help you lead the way in your students’ learning journey. Through our Caregiver and Parent Empowerment (CAPE) virtual courses, Sonya provides the roadmap you need to support your elementary student and master the "ins and outs" of our District.
Don't do it alone—join an online session in March and get the inside scoop! Save your spot here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1SriIzGC_CNlScaRNM0hOWHRlbTy-5s6Wf_a9NZVBbUU/viewform?edit_requested=true
Don't do it alone—join an online session in March and get the inside scoop! Save your spot here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1SriIzGC_CNlScaRNM0hOWHRlbTy-5s6Wf_a9NZVBbUU/viewform?edit_requested=true
Learning is for everyone! Today was a professional development day across the district. Over 90 courses were offered to all staff including teachers, academic ESPs, transportation ESPs, related service providers, and more. These courses help our staff succeed in their chosen path. It was a great day to hone our skills further to better equip our students for their futures!
The RPS School Board will meet tomorrow at 5:30 p.m. in the Edison Board Room (615 7th St SW). On the agenda for tomorrow’s Regular Meeting is Project Momentum Update, AIPAC Vote on Concurrence, RPS Improvement Targets Proposal, and 2026 Primary Election.
If you cannot attend in person, you can livestream the meeting at https://www.youtube.com/isd535.
You can view all full meeting agendas at https://rochesterschools.org/simbli.
If you cannot attend in person, you can livestream the meeting at https://www.youtube.com/isd535.
You can view all full meeting agendas at https://rochesterschools.org/simbli.
Oraculi and RPS have partnered to give students the guidance and support to create ambitious projects for their submissions to the Rochester Regional STEM Fair! Read about how our middle schoolers are creating projects that develop their passions for science while learning from real-life scientists as their mentors!
https://www.rochesterschools.org/article/2704917
https://www.rochesterschools.org/article/2704917
RPS Families: This is a reminder that there is no school on Monday, February 16. Staff will be participating in professional development. Additionally, our Registration and Records Department and Human Resources Department at the Edison Building will be closed on Monday.
Enjoy the long weekend, and we'll see you next Tuesday.
Looking for a position that offers a family-friendly schedule with no nights, weekends, or holidays? Maybe you're looking to work in a fun, high-energy environment? Rochester Public Schools is seeking Student Nutrition Services positions at elementary, middle, and high schools.
RPS is an equal opportunity provider.
RPS is an equal opportunity provider.
