John Marshall High School

If the "Ignite Student Learning" referendum fails, class sizes will increase, school closures will be unavoidable, and RPS will need to make major cuts to student programs, support services, and teachers and staff. Find out more details at RochesterSchools.org/referendum.

Freshmen start first day at John Marshall High School https://www.kttc.com/2024/08/27/freshmen-start-first-day-john-marshall-high-school/

A BIG shoutout to Caribou for providing free drinks to our seniors this morning.

Calling Professionals in the Health & Health Science Career Field (ie...paramedic, pharmaceuticals, dietician, surgical tech, nurse, dental hygienist, etc...)! We are looking for guest speakers for our Career Awareness Class the first two weeks in October. Please reach out to Shelley Spallees-Hansen if interested at shspalleeshansen@rochesterschools.org. Thank you!

Join us for the JM Alumni Flag Football Game. Use the link to register! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnOPiuZ3SrSV5SnUxjJig2ccehujINsv1gFmNMyvW272S0NQ/viewform

We're so thankful to our Rocket Launch student counselors for helping with our freshmen today. You all are the best!!

8/26/24: Due to an excessive heat warning issued for this afternoon and evening, all outdoor athletic sports and activities are canceled. However, some coaches may still have indoor practice plans. Please check in with them for this information.

Dear John Marshall staff, students, parents, and caregivers, Due to an excessive heat warning issued for this afternoon and evening, all outdoor athletic sports and activities are canceled. However, some coaches may still have indoor practice plans. Please check in with them for this information. Thank you, Rochester Public Schools

And just like that.... our Freshmen are here and we're thrilled to see them! They will have a great day learning their school, making new friends... and trying to stay cool.

It’s a new school year and that means new teachers joining the John Marshall High School team! Help us give Chelsey Ferguson a warm welcome to Rochester Public Schools and read her thoughts on her new career. Chelsey Ferguson: John Marshall High School, Learning Disabilities Teacher "I was a paraprofessional for the last seven years at RPS, so I knew once I got my teaching degree, I wanted to work here. "

We have a new cell phone procedure that goes into effect starting this school year. For high school students, this means If students choose to bring a cell phone/device to school, the device(s) will remain in student backpacks/lockers or in a classroom collection container during class periods. 📱Smartwatches may be worn during class for telling time only. 📱The device will remain in the classroom if the student leaves the classroom briefly (to use restroom, library, etc.). 📱Students will be permitted to use cell phones during passing time and lunch. 📱Students with an open hour are permitted to use their cell phones during Junior Privilege, Senior Privilege, RRS, or Apella in the following locations: - Century: North Cafeteria & Media Center - John Marshall: Cafeteria, Door 1 Atrium, Library - Mayo: First floor common areas View more information at www.rochesterschools.org/cell-phone-procedures

The Ignite Student Learning referendum seeks voter approval of an operating levy increase to stabilize our budget and protect the programs & services that help our students thrive. 🏫 To find out how the proposed levy would impact your property taxes, use our tax calculator https://www.ehlers-inc.com/microsite/rochester2024/ 👈

Our staff has spent the last week getting ready for you, double check your calendar so you are ready too! Monday, August 26: • Step into Learning for all elementary schools • Meet me in the Middle for incoming 6th grade students • First day of 9th Grade for all 9th grade students Tuesday, August 27: • Step into Learning for all elementary schools • First Day of School for all secondary students Wednesday, August 28: • First Day of School for all elementary students Thursday, August 29: • Regular school day Friday, August 30: • No school for all schools and programs that follow the traditional school year calendar. Longfellow Elementary is still in session.

What's for lunch? Plan ahead for the start of the school year by downloading this month's meal menu. August and September meal menus are available for download. Download here: https://www.rochesterschools.org/documents/school-meals-and-menus/493023

"Dear RPS community, I hope you had a great summer and that you are as excited as I am for the school year that is about to begin. One of the most important events for our school district this year is the referendum to increase local funding for Rochester Public Schools (RPS) that will be on the ballot on November 5." Read Superintendent Pekel's full letter: https://www.rochesterschools.org/article/1724172

Please check out our latest JM Community School newsletter! https://secure.smore.com/n/sj42d-john-marshall-high-school

#CelebrateRPS: Our community never shies away from joining us in celebrating the accomplishments of our students. With over 10 graduation ceremonies across our schools and programs, we wanted to take a moment to celebrate our Class of 2024 one last time as they start this fall headed forward to a year of new beginnings in college, careers, service, exploration, and adventure!

If approved by voters this November, the additional funding from the Ignite Student Learning plan will protect critical resources such as: ⭐Reading specialist positions ⭐School counselors ⭐Advanced learning teachers ⭐Career and technical education classes Learn more ➡️ RochesterSchools.org/referendum

Mark your calendars and save the date for our inaugural State of the District on Monday, September 16. Superintendent Pekel will be joined by voices and performances from RPS students. Stay tuned—more information will come!

#RPSinfo New year, New bell times! At the start of the school year, we’ll transition to our new school bell time schedule. • RPS Preschool - Morning session: 8:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. • RPS Preschool - Afternoon session 12:15 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. • Elementary schools: 7:55 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. • Middle schools: 8:35 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. • High schools: 8:50 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. • Phoenix Academy, RAIL, and Right Fit: 8:20 a.m. - 2:20 p.m. Visit https://www.rochesterschools.org/page/school-bell-times or print our 2024-2025 School Directory and Bell Times document.