Rochester Public Schools

Supervised by the Rochester Public Schools Equity and Engagement Department, they serve many roles within our schools and in the community. Their roles include being advocates and mediators for change and being the bridge of understanding for families, students, administration, and staff. Equity specialists assist in helping further develop our district Strategic Plan along with implementing our Equity Belief Statement so that all students are afforded the opportunity to reach their fullest potential while becoming model citizens in our community.

Office of Equity and Engagement

615 7th Street SW | Room 200
507.328.4221 | Email Us

The responsibilities of equity specialists start with student support: mentoring, forming support groups, offering social and emotional support, and academic support. Equity specialists also engage with families helping them navigate and understand school protocol and expectations while providing information and connections with resources in order to support our families and student body. They also collaborate with social workers, counselors, and other support staff to ensure students are sufficiently supported in the district. Equity specialists also form PLC Restorative Circles, PBIS teams, work with equity teacher leaders, and create administration and team meetings. With the support of administration and teachers, equity specialists help integrate an equity-centered institution for learning.