Don't let the Superintendent drive (or yell, or throw things on) the bus! We're so excited to see you for the upcoming school year, and bus schedules are coming soon! But you need to get to school safely before you can start learning. Learn all the rules of the school bus with Dr. Kent Pekel and some of his friends from Longfellow Elementary in the RPS Bus Safety video.
11 days ago, Rochester Public Schools
First Student Bus
What will my student really need for back to school? Use our school supply lists to fill your student's backpack with supplies that will set your student up for success. Find your school's list: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1pnP_ywopD8TOiNyTd7CgNokE5WgOnIjE
21 days ago, Rochester Public Schools
Back to School 2026-2027 with text School Supply List overlayed on an image of back packs in the student cubby area of the classroom.
Are you ready to lift off for the new school year? We're so excited to see you back in a little over a month, and even sooner for our Longfellow friends (July 20-22 to be exact!). Though we know you're still enjoying the summer, we want to make sure you have the information you need to prep for the back-to-school season, including school supply lists! Just know we can't wait to see you back soon!

Learn more about Back to School: www.rochesterschools.org/backtoschool
School Supply Lists: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1pnP_ywopD8TOiNyTd7CgNokE5WgOnIjE?usp=drive_link
about 2 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Back to School text with galaxy graphics and image of Longfellow student and students getting off the bus.

In Craftopia (Gr. 2-5), creativity knows no bounds! This four-day camp invites students to explore a wide variety of art materials and crafting techniques while creating projects they’ll be proud to take home. Join CE Youth Enrichment for a hands-on, imagination-filled experience. Register today at bit.ly/rochce-craftopia.

3 months ago, Rochester Community Education
young child holding crafted rocket ship

Is your child ready for the independence of staying home alone? Whether it’s an hour after school or a few hours during the summer, this milestone can be a positive experience when kids are prepared.

Join CE Youth Enrichment at Hoover on June 15 for our Home Alone (Gr. 2 and Up) class. Students will build confidence and learn practical skills, including safe habits, house rules, after-school routines, handling phone calls and unexpected visitors, pet safety, personal safety, severe weather, fire safety, intruders, and basic first aid. Register today at bit.ly/rochce-home-alone.

3 months ago, Rochester Community Education

Join CE Youth Enrichment on June 9 at Hoover for Bicycle Spin Art! Students will create their own masterpieces by pouring their favorite paint colors and designs onto a spinning canvas while pedaling a bike. The results are as fun to make as they are to see! Register online today at bit.ly/rochce-pedaler.

3 months ago, Rochester Community Education
bike splashing paint on canvas

Summer CE Youth Enrichment camps are starting soon! Join us at Hoover from June 8–11 for Once Upon a Movie (Gr. K-2). In this course, we will explore magical and mythical adventures through movies, crafts, and fun activities. From enrolling in Monsters University to saving a family’s magic, there are stories for every kid to enjoy. You can register for this course and view our many upcoming summer offerings at bit.ly/rochce-movie.

3 months ago, Rochester Community Education
2 kids in superhero costumes

This is a reminder that there is no school on Monday, March 30, through Friday, April 3, for Spring Break.

5 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
No School March 30 - April 3
Art club was outside at Hoover yesterday. Our Huskies loved the sunshine! Calm and happy students!
5 months ago, Riverside Central Elementary School
students outside doing art
Third grade Huskies earned popsicles today after getting 15 paws in the lunchroom! They are calm, respectful and kind! Go Huskies!
5 months ago, Riverside Central Elementary School
students eating popsicles

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.

Learn more about our Community Education program at https://www.rochesterce.org.

6 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
2087 classes offered through community 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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6 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
90% of 8th graders used Xello to discover career interests
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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6 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
120+ extra curricular options
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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6 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
5,313 breakfasts and 11,191 lunches served daily
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.
8 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Mayo High School Give One For All 2025 fundraiser
John Marshall High School JM Gives 2025 fundraiser
Century High School Bear Creek at Century 2025 fundraiser

Rochester Public Schools uses the Standard Response Protocol in response to emergencies that may occur in our school buildings. Students and staff will train, practice, and drill the protocol throughout the year. Learn more about what "hold," "secure," "lockdown," "evacuate," and "shelter" mean: https://www.rochesterschools.org/standard-response-protocol

12 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Standard response protocol list
Friendly reminder: No school on Monday, May 26 (Memorial Day)! RPS offices will also be closed. We'll resume regular hours on Tuesday, May 27.
over 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
RPS is closed for Memorial Day
"Heidi at Early Childhood and Special Education goes above and beyond in her role, always stepping up when needed and never hesitating to lend a hand to colleagues and children. Heidi is so positive and always has a smile on her face and a kind word to say. Thank you, Heidi, for being such a valuable part of our team. Your work ethic and attitude inspire those around you, and we’re grateful to have you with us." Submitted by Jamie, Malissa, Sarah and Cassidy. Read this month's #CelebrateRPS: https://rochesterpsmn.edurooms.com/engage/celebraterps/newsletters/celebraterps-may-5-2025 Do you know someone like, Heidi? Submit them to be featured, and help us #CelebrateRPS staff, students, and community members! https://www.rochesterschools.org/o/rps/page/celebrate
over 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
Heidi at ECSE (Hoover ELS and Mighty Oaks ELS)
#Behindtheschoolday: Today, we stopped by Churchill Elementary School, where students were showcasing their pajamas and stuffies as a reward for their Kindness challenge. Math problems, creative play, building with shapes, and reading were just a few of the things we were able to capture. Keep up the kindness, Huskies!
over 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
Student building a star out of shapes.
Students posing in their pajamas with stuffed animals
Student showing their building with shapes
Students playing in the kitchen for free play.
Students working on Math problems
Student completing a math problem with the support of her stuffed animal
Student putting back their book with a snake stuffed animal
Student showing how strong they are in the camera.
Student in the Churchill Hoover hallway posing for the camera.