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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6 days ago, Rochester Public Schools
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.
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.
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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7 days ago, Rochester Public Schools
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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8 days ago, Rochester Public Schools
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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8 days ago, Rochester Public Schools
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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9 days ago, Rochester Public Schools
Join us for this exciting as JA students showcase their work!
9 days ago, Patty Whalen
Our Math Counts Team competed today with great results. Our JA team took 3rd place today! Jayden W. won the Countdown Round, which is a head-to-head competition where they get 45 seconds to get the correct answer before the other person! Jayden also scored 4th overall as an individual, which means he can go to the State Competition next month to compete again! The team is coached by JA teacher Nicole Pittenger. We are very proud of our 9 kids who participated today!
27 days ago, Patty Whalen
Not only does John Adams have awesome students, we have an awesome, dedicated and caring counseling staff as well. Students wrote notes to the counselors during Counselors Week 2026 and posted them with this thank you banner hung in the hallway outside of their offices. We are so lucky to have them as part of the John Adams team!
Over 200 middle and high school students will be presenting their projects at the 68th Annual STEM Fair. Judges offer feedback to students, and a rubric (and lunch) is provided.
When: February 27, 2026, from 9:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Where: RCTC Sports Center
Sign up, be inspired, and give back to our future innovators!
28 days ago, Rochester Public Schools
At its scheduled meeting on February 3, the Rochester Public Schools (RPS) Board of Education voted unanimously to approve a resolution ratifying the district’s continued commitment to providing a safe and welcoming learning environment for all students, regardless of immigration status.
At its scheduled meeting on February 3, the Rochester Public Schools (RPS) Board of Education voted unanimously to approve a resolution ratifying the district’s continued commitment to providing a safe and welcoming learning environment for all students, regardless of immigration status.
Last weekend, these awesome band students represented JA at our annual RPS 8th Grade Honor Band. Shout out to these students for spending their Friday and Saturday making great music with new faces from across Rochester.
29 days ago, Patty Whalen
RPS families: This is a reminder that except for Longfellow Elementary, there is no school on, Friday, January 23. Enjoy the long weekend, and we will see you on Monday!
about 1 month ago, Rochester Public Schools
Looking for a way to help your middle schooler succeed? Dig deeper into your student's experience by joining our caregiver and parent empowerment sessions. This virtual mini-series is tailored for the middle school experience, where you'll learn about middle school academics, social growth, and relationships while also preparing your student for high school. Sessions start next week, from January 20 to February 24, from 12 to 1 p.m. Drop in for one session or attend them all; we can't wait to start the conversation!
RPS families: This is a reminder that there is no school on Monday, January 19, 2026, and RPS offices will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
about 2 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Our JA FTC (First Tech Challenge) just finished the season up in Hopkins on Saturday. They did a great job. They presented to a panel of judges and also did great winning the majority of games. They made it to the playoff rounds and ended up in 11th place out of 27 teams! The kids had a blast and Coach Anderson was really proud of how they worked with other teams.
about 2 months ago, Patty Whalen
Before we officially begin winter break, we want to take a moment to celebrate the amazing students we have at RPS! During their annual fundraising competitions, our high school students raised a combined $123,077.95 for local organizations! Thank you, students, for all your hard work and effort to invest back into our community.
