Listen to students and staff explain what’s at risk this election with the Ignite Student Learning referendum. If voters reject the levy increase, RPS will face major cuts, including to counseling and programs that promote student health and well-being: youtu.be/qDSmxDIqbAQ
6 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Serene RPS 8th Grade Student
RPS is the 7th largest district in MN but ranks last in voter-approved school funding among districts with 10,000 or more students. The Ignite Student Learning referendum asks voters to consider an operating levy increase to help students thrive. Learn more: https://referendum.rochesterschools.org/the-plan
6 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Bar chart explaining where RPS falls on the ranking for total voter approved, local support for operating costs of school districts with 10,000 or more students, currently RPS is last
Bar chart explaining where RPS falls on the ranking for total voter approved, local support for operating costs of school districts with 10,000 or more students. If the referendum passes, RPS would move up five places.
You can vote early now through November 4, and you can vote early in person on Saturday, October 26, 2024, and November 2, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Sunday, November 3, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Tuesday, October 29, 2024, hours are extended from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Learn more: https://referendum.rochesterschools.org/voting-information
6 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Vote early in person and on the weekends
Greetings Longfellow Families, Welcome back to school! Just a few reminders: Breakfast begins at 7:35am; First bell is at 7:45am and our tardy bell rings at 7:55am. Students are dismissed at 2:10 pm. Thank you! Best wishes, Amy Adams Principal
6 months ago, Amy Adams
Have you ever wondered what MEA is and why students don't have school in the middle of October? Check out this article from the Star Tribune explaining this two-day break: https://www.startribune.com/mea-weekend-minnesota-educators-academy-explained-third-week-october/600313386
6 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
In education, part of our job is to meet students where they are. Every student has a unique relationship with learning. From their learning preferences to how their brain explores concepts, education isn't a "one size fits all" experience. At Rochester Public Schools, our Advanced Learning program helps meet the needs of students who are ready for more challenging content and require experiences beyond the traditional classroom setting. https://www.rochesterschools.org/article/1792714
6 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Students working on a breakoutEDU activity
A reminder that there is no school for students on Thursday, October 17, and Friday, October 18, for MEA (Minnesota Educators Academy). We will see students back in school on Monday, October 21.
6 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
No School on Thursday and Friday, October 17 and 18
If the Ignite Student Learning referendum is approved in November, the operating levy increase will protect essential teaching positions, classes, and programs that empower all students. Learn more about our proposed plan: RochesterSchools.org/referendum
6 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
What would the Referendum support?
Our students took a bite out of the day for Apple Crunch day! This month, all of our students have been receiving local apples for lunch from ApplesRUs as part of #MNFarmtoSchool month! We can tell you that our students are loving these fresh, fragrant, and juicy apples!
7 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
MN Great Apple Crunch
Two students taking a bite out of apples!
Student smiling with their apple
Student reaching for an apple
Student with a missing tooth!
Student smiling after eating an apple
Student holding their apple up
Students crunching on two apples at the lunch table
Student holding up their apple with a bite out of it.
Student smiling while pointing to the apple crunch photo
At the School Board meeting on Tuesday, October 8, the School Board voted unanimously to direct Superintendent Pekel to develop a 2025-2026 general fund budget recommendation that includes reductions if the Ignite Student Learning referendum plan is not passed by voters on November 5, 2024. Read more about what this budget recommendation would include: https://www.rochesterschools.org/article/1811261
7 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
What happens if the 2024 RPS Referendum fails?
Grab your kicks and get ready for Walk to School Day! Tomorrow, October 9, students and families across Rochester will be walking to school to promote healthy exercise and safe routes to school. How can you help? Remember to keep your eyes out for our walkers and drive cautiously around school zones.
7 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Walk to school day - october 9, grab your kicks! Plan your route to walk or roll to school together.
Greetings Longfellow Family, Check out our amazing Longfellow Leopard Student News from Quarter One via this link: https://5il.co/2y4ln It is also saved in our Documents section. Enjoy reading our updates and your Fall Break! Best wishes, Amy Adams Principal
7 months ago, Longfellow 45-15 District-Wide Elementary
Listen to RPS students explain the Ignite Student Learning referendum that is on the November ballot! The video shows how the proposed levy increase would stabilize district finances and support the programs and services that help students thrive: https://youtu.be/2-Y2VWb-wA8
7 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Listen to Superintendent Pekel explain what's at stake for RPS this election when voters consider an operating levy increase that would stabilize our budget, allowing RPS to avoid school closures, protect class sizes, and maintain student programs and services: bit.ly/3MRUWLR
7 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Decision point for the referendum. If it passes, No major cuts in positions at the school or central office level No school closures No increase in class size
Does your student ride a school bus? Families using transportation can download the First View app to see where their student's buses are. The district code for the app is M6QE. Check it out!
7 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
download the app
In case you missed it! Read the recent op-ed by RPS School Board Chair Cathy Nathan, which explains why we put forward the Ignite Student Learning referendum to stabilize our finances and continue helping all students reach their full potential. ➡️ bit.ly/3XCaF6X
7 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Quote from Cathy: We know that public schools not only help support thriving communities but also develop the workforce that energizes our local economy. People are right to expect our schools to continue to improve and find ways to meet the needs of every student. To accomplish this, we need to build on what we do well, not slowly tear it down.
A reminder that there is no school tomorrow, Wednesday, September 25, for all students. Your teachers and administrators will be participating in professional development, reviewing assessment data, and planning instruction. We look forward to seeing you on Thursday!
7 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
No school on Wednesday, September 25
Greetings! Just a reminder that students do not have school tomorrow, Wednesday, September 25th. Boys and Girls Club is closed; no SACC at Longfellow. Thank you! Best wishes, Amy Adams Principal
7 months ago, Longfellow 45-15 District-Wide Elementary
Thank you for your patience as we restored our phone lines this morning. All main phone lines are working; you can contact the school office using the main office numbers.
7 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Phone lines restored
Thank you for your patience as we restored our phone lines this morning. All main phone lines are working; you can contact the school office using the main office numbers.
7 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Phone lines restored