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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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!
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
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/
Happy Dusshera to those who celebrate!
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!
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
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.
🗳️ Early voting is now available for the Rochester Public Schools 2023 Capital Projects Technology Levy Referendum. Make your voice count. Learn more about the referendum and cast your vote early to ensure your participation in this important decision.
Find out more about the referendum here >> https://www.rochesterschools.org/referendum
Find your polling place here: https://pollfinder.sos.mn.gov/
Exciting news! The full brochure containing all the vital details about the Rochester Public Schools 2023 Capital Projects Technology Levy Referendum is on its way to you. Stay tuned for comprehensive information on this important initiative. Remember, you can cast your vote on or before November 7. Your voice matters!
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/
Every year on October 12, several Latin American countries celebrate Día de la Raza. On this day, people from across the Americas commemorate the day when Cristopher Columbus touched land on this continent (El descubrimiento de América) in 1492. Each Latin American country’s history and society is different, and their view varies according to it and to the political times.
This year we are sharing the perspective of one of our staff members, Sara Palomino-Ward, an educational support professional at Gage Elementary School:
This important day is known as Día de la Raza (Day of Race) and we celebrate every year to commemorate the first encounters of Europeans and Native Americans, recognizing the cultural fusion of those people with different backgrounds coming together. This day also celebrates the heritage and cultural diversity of Latin America, as well as acknowledges the colonization.
Every country in Latin America has its own unique way of celebrating. In México, where I’m from, it is mostly celebrated in school settings. The schools hold assemblies and the students participate by giving a speech about Columbus Day or through living history presentations that re-live the arrival of Europeans on the American continent in their three ships: La Niña, La Pinta, y La Santa María. Also, through living history, they personify Europeans and indigenous people. They have parades and dancers too. Schools see this as an important date because we are part of this wonderful continent and each country that is part of it contributes with their culture, customs, and diversity. It’s important that our students know that. Let’s celebrate Día de la Raza together.
Eager to learn about the Rochester Public Schools 2023 Capital Projects Technology Levy Referendum? Don't miss this informative video that breaks it all down. Get informed and make your voice count.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x4vE0jCxbPI
Our Student Nutrition Services (SNS) staff work hard behind the scenes to make sure our students receive the meals they need to fuel their learning each day. See some of the facts:
• SNS employs over 130 staff members across the District.
• Each year, SNS staff receive hands-on safety training and they have the opportunity to receive additional training throughout the year.
• Our SNS secondary staff might start the day as early as 6 a.m. to start preparing meals at our high volume schools.
If you get the chance, thank our SNS staff for all their hard work!
