Dine in or carry out at Victoria’s to support the Senior Party (all day). Mention: JM Senior Party!
We had a fantastic turnout for our Community Mural Paint Party today. So much fun seeing students, caregivers, alumni, staff, neighbors, & community members all interacting with one another in such a joyous way.
This past Tuesday, many of our secondary students were recognized at the School Board meeting for their outstanding achievements in activities and athletics during the winter season. These photos show a few of the students who were able to be there in person. You can view the full list of students and their achievements at agenda item 4.1 at this link: https://bit.ly/4arDjNc. Congrats, RPS students!
Rochester Public Schools invites you to come and enjoy our spring plays starting April 25!
The Great Gatsby, presented by the Panther Playhouse of Century High School, opens Thursday, April 25, and runs through April 27, with play times from 7 p.m. and a 2 p.m. matinee on Saturday.
I Hate Shakespeare, presented by Mayo Stage Door Backstage Pass of Mayo High School, opens April 26 and runs through April 28, with evening showings at 7 p.m. and a 1:00 p.m. matinee on Sunday.
Spy School, presented by John Marshall Theater of John Marshall High school, opens April 25 and runs through April 27 with evening showings at 7 p.m.
Tickets can be purchased at the door or through the Hometown Fan app on your phone. To purchase tickets through the app, simply download the Hometown Fan app and search for Rochester High School hosting the play of your choice.
We hope to see you there!
REMINDER....Join us tomorrow for our Community Mural Paint Party. Free & family-friendly. Drop in anytime between 9:30 - 12:30 at John Marshall outside near the main entrance. No artistic experience needed....we promise! Come be a part of something unique, lasting and fun!
We have started preparing bus routing for the 2024-25 school year. With boundary and school changes for the upcoming school year and changes in busing eligibility, there may be some changes in eligibility for students. To check if you are eligible for transportation, and more information visit https://www.rochesterschools.org/article/1547378
The Track & Field meet is in full swing at Mayo.
In honor of its 50th Anniversary this year, RPS Community Education is seeking submissions of artwork by our community members about our community to reinforce the lifelong learning mission of Community Education through our publications, event wear, items for sale, and other ways. Submissions are due April 30. Learn more: https://www.rochesterschools.org/article/1544243
We are back painting again today. One of the great things about the method this artist uses is it is accessible to anyone wanting to participate. Reminder of the Community Paint Party this Saturday at JM. Drop in anytime between 9:30-12:30. Free & completely family friendly. Open to everyone!
Our FCCLA (Family, Career & Community Leaders of America) did AMAZING at State this past week with all JM students advancing to Nationals this summer in Seattle! Additionally, Mr. Ruzek was recognized by FCCLA with an Administrator Award for his support of this student organization.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE JOHN MARSHALL FCCLA CHAPTER and to Principal Ruzek for receiving the Administrator of the Year Award! All FCCLA students that competed at State qualified for Nationals in Seattle Washington in June! Great job! Manal M. was elected as an Area Officer/Secretary for the 2024-2025 school year, and not only did she qualify for Nationals she also received a Bronze Award in Job Interview and a Silver Award in Leadership Skills. Congratulations to Mikki Sunia for receiving a Gold Award in Career Investigation. Mikki is an alternate candidate for Nationals! Congratulations to Kya Lee for getting a Gold Award in Professional Presentation and she also received recognition as a Call Back Competitor. Congratulations to William Tran for being elected as a State Officer for the 2024-2025 school year, he will be Vice President of Public Relations! Will also received a Gold medal in Professional Presentation and recognition as a Call Back Competitor. Way to go JM FCCLA!!
On Friday, April 12th from 11-1:30, during lunches, we will have the 2nd edition of the Rocket Career Launch. Please encourage your student(s) to stop by and learn more about these four amazing college/career pathways...Health Care Office Professional, Computer Science, Peace Officer & Criminal Justice, Winona State Rochester Transfer Pathways & Education.
Since we didn't have many students this afternoon, our staff got to help paint the mural! Join us Saturday for our Community Paint Party. JM anytime between 9:30-12:30.
Happy Eid al-Fitr to those who celebrate.
Elizabeth was having fun honing her archery skills with her teacher, Cass.
ACT Test Day Information for Juniors
Enter the building at Door 1. Doors open at 7:50 AM
Arrive no later than 8:05 and be seated in your assigned testing room at 8:10
Charge your Chromebook overnight so it is fully charged for test day
Bring your Chromebook, charger, pencil, calculator, snack and water
A reminder that districtwide ACT testing will take place tomorrow, Wednesday, April 10! Only 11th-grade students and 12th-grade students taking the ACTs should report to school. 9th and 10th-grade students do not report to school. If you have a 12th-grade student not taking the ACT tomorrow, that student does not have to report to school.
Please read the poster for more details.
2024 Senior Party Fundraiser! Please support our seniors by visiting (eating in) or ordering (carry-out) from Applebee's (North location only) today, Tuesday, April 9th from 11am-close. For to-go orders use promo code DOINGOOD. If dining at the restaurant, please notify your server your order should reflect supporting John Marshall HS's Senior Party. Thank you!
We are having so much fun creating the mural ands mosaics together!
Reminder, there is a Community Paint Party this Saturday at JM. Drop in anytime between 9:30-12:30.
