Join the conversation! Rochester Public School Board will join the Alliance of Chicanos, Hispanics, and Latin Americans (ACHLA) for a listening session on Friday, February 23 from 5-7 p.m. at Riverside Elementary. In addition to the listening session, various community resources will be available. This is a free event, and all are welcome.
Dr. Jeffrey Boyd is the current president of Rochester Community and Technical College. Dr. Boyd plays a massive role in education here in Rochester, helping students reach their post-secondary goals in preparing for a fruitful career.
https://youtu.be/9EysDBG5sDc
Hey, RPS high schoolers! Did you know you could make $15/hour and get elective credit toward graduation by working with our School Aged Child Care (SACC) program for the 2024-2025 school year?
Here are some contributions from various Black philanthropists throughout history. These are individuals whose contributions to business, charity organizations, and to civil rights causes have helped make sweeping changes in equality and advance the civil rights cause.
There will be no school Monday, February 19th in observance of Presidents Day. Enjoy your three day weekend!
February 16, 2024, is National Caregivers Day. Today we honor individuals who selflessly provide personal care and physical- and emotional support to those who need it most. #thankacaregiver #nationalcaregiversday
Today is National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day. Our SROs strive to establish relationships with students and staff in the buildings they serve, being a resource and advocate for them, and working to provide a safe environment for everyone. Thank you to our SROs!
Spread some appreciation this Valentine's day and kick off Random Acts of Kindness week by sharing with someone how much they mean to you!
Today we recognize Ash Wednesday for those in our community who participate.
Andre Crockett is the pastor of Vision Church and an integral part in creating and funding programs in Rochester for Black and brown youth. He also is a columnist for the Post Bulletin, writing highlights on people in the community.
https://youtu.be/GdPxZWTuVe4
Did you know: Minnesotans can now claim the Child Tax Credit, with no limit on the number of children claimed. You must file a 2023 individual income tax return in order to claim the credit. Most taxpayers who are eligible to claim the new Child Tax Credit are also eligible for free tax preparation assistance. Learn more about income requirements and qualifications on the Child Tax Credit webpage: https://www.revenue.state.mn.us/child-tax-credit
The tax credit of up to $1750 per child is estimated to cut child poverty by up to one-third in Minnesota. Nearly 300,000 households, including 513,000 children, are estimated to qualify for the credit.
We're hosting a hiring fair for Special Education positions for the 2024-25 school year. Join us on February 28 from 1-6 p.m. We're seeking Special Education:
•Teachers
• Education Support Professionals (ESPs)
• Speech Language Pathologists
• School Psychologists
• Social Workers
Walk-ins welcome. You can also sign up for a virtual interview: bit.ly/feb-28-virtual
Welcoming the lunar new year and the year of the dragon! Happy Lunar New Year!
Are you interested in learning more about earning college credit while in high school? Join us for our PSEO Information Night at the RCTC Field House!
To join the virtual webinar, go to this link: https://minnstate.zoom.us/j/95104734661
For more information, contact your school's counseling office.
As we conclude National School Counseling Week, we want you to meet Jamie Matson, from Mayo High School. Jamie would tell you that a “typical” day for counselors changes a lot throughout the school year, depending on where we are in the semester or what is happening in the building and community. Some days are filled with one-on-one post-secondary planning meetings with students, and other days are centered around connecting with students, families, and teachers to support students' academic and extracurricular success. Jamie’s favorite part about being a school counselor is helping students gain confidence in their choices and the path they’re taking.
In celebration of Black History Month, here are some pioneers, past and current, in the entertainment world. From Stevie Wonder, the youngest solo artist to make the Billboard 100 in 1963 to Jordan Peele, who won Best Original Screenplay in 2018, these are just a few major contributors to American culture.
RPS is seeking a qualified candidate for our chief academic officer position.
The Chief Academic Officer provides strategic leadership for and supervision of departments in the school district’s central administration that are responsible for early childhood education, curriculum and instruction, special education, multilingual learning, research and innovation, multi-tiered systems of support in reading and mathematics, and deeper learning in all academic subject areas. Learn more and apply: https://www.applitrack.com/rochester/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=17971
Dawn Johnson is a school counselor at Willow Creek Middle School. She meets with students in various ways, including small groups, individual sessions, and in large groups in the auditorium or classrooms. She really enjoys watching students grow emotionally from 6th grade to 8th grade, as those changes can be big and VERY interesting.
Hey, future Kindergarteners! RPS Online will be hosting two virtual Kindergarten Open House sessions for incoming Kindergarten families.
Monday, February 12 at 5:30 PM via Google Meet: http://meet.google.com/sjn-urmx-kgi
Tuesday, February 13 at 11:15 AM via Google Meet: http://meet.google.com/mfj-sbqs-sfd
Meet Tony Yang, a school counselor at Jefferson Elementary. Tony enjoys seeing students for who they are and having the privilege to meet them where they are. That can look like coping with big feelings or creating a space where they can express their individuality with their peers. One of his favorite things to do is lead Restorative Circles with students who may be in conflict with each other.
“We can wear many hats, but at the end of the day, school counselors are student-centered, meaning we have a responsibility to our students and their educational experience and needs.” - Tony Yang
