On Tuesday, 12/5, 4-8pm, swing by Chipotle on Broadway and mention the ALC. 33% of each sale will go back to the ALC to help towards student-centered learning materials/experiences, like art materials, music equipment, equine therapy, park fees, and more. For online ordering for pick up, use the code: MFB83G3 We appreciate your support!
At tomorrow's School Board meeting, Superintendent Pekel will be speaking in detail on the Attendance Options Redesign proposal, a comprehensive strategy for changing school attendance options, attendance boundaries, and the transportation system in RPS. The proposal includes 10 points:
1. Redesign School Attendance Areas
2. Discontinue Districtwide Transportation for Districtwide Option Schools (DWOs)
3. Expand the School Age Child Care (SACC) Program
4. Expand the Newcomer Program for Multilingual Students
5. Close Schools to Adjust to Declining Enrollment
6. Reconfigure Churchill and Hoover Early Learning and Elementary Schools
7. Move Lincoln K-8 School to a New Location and Expand Enrollment
8. Adopt a Traditional Calendar at Longfellow Elementary and Expand the School to Grades K-8
9. Create a Middle School ALC
10. Maintain Support for Students with Disabilities
You can view more information about each point as well as opportunities for analysis and input on our website: https://www.rochesterschools.org/attendance-options-redesign
Happy Thanksgiving to those who celebrate. Wishing you a restful and Joyful Holiday!
Ms. Klees' and Ms. Sloan's Foods/English Class hosted an Indigenous Foods Feast open to all. Students researched, planned, and created a beautiful menu! Special thank you to Tucker Quetone for opening the celebration with Native American traditions.
Rochester Public Schools offices will be closed on Thursday, November 23, and Friday, November 24 in observance of Thanksgiving. Regular hours resume Monday, November 27, 2023.
Thankful for the partnership between Rochester Pubic Schools, Hyvee, and Salvation Army for providing the Rochester ALC 60 holiday meal bags for our students/families.
ALC is hosting a series of monthly wellness activities where we pair health education with an activity. Our first was November's #bodypositive photo shoot! Students participated in circle discussions about body image and a photo shoot to promote body positivity. Shout out to DJ Supafly for his time! He printed 200 keepsake pictures during the event for staff/students! https://dj-supafly.com/
Reminder: There is no school Wednesday, November 22, to accommodate a Professional Development day for our Secondary staff and allow for an End of Trimester work day for Elementary staff. Longfellow Elementary students also have no school due to a Flexible Conference Day.
Edison Administration Building and Northrup Education Center will still operate under normal business hours.
ALC students attended the STEAM Career Fair this week to learn more about science, technology, engineering, arts, and math-related careers. Over 100 exhibitors brought hands-on activities to help engage 1000s of students. Thankful for the Rochester Chamber for coordinating this experience.
Our substitute educators are educational bridges for our students when teachers need to be out of the classroom for any reason. We're grateful for their willingness to step in and help with continuity in the classroom. Thank you to all of our substitute educators!
Our substitute educators are educational bridges for our students when teachers need to be out of the classroom for any reason. We're grateful for their willingness to step in and help with continuity in the classroom. Thank you to all of our substitute educators!
Please see November's ALC Newsletter for events and upcoming opportunities! https://www.smore.com/8kwq6-november-rochester-alc-newsletter
We are also looking for game donations for all ages (board, card, puzzle, sports-related) to pack into holiday boxes for our students through Friday, December 1. Drop offs are accepted Monday-Friday, 8am-3pm, when school is in session.
Wishing a happy Diwali to those to celebrate!
Honoring all who served. Thank you, Veterans.
Huge shoutout to our very own Education Support Professional (ESP), Keith Bland! He is the 2023 recipient of the George Gibbs Meritorious Community Service Award. Thank you, Keith, for all of your work at the ALC and in the Rochester community. We're so proud of you!
Rochester Public Schools invites you to come and enjoy our fall plays starting this weekend!
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, presented by the Panther Playhouse of Century High School, opens tomorrow night, November 9, and runs through November 11, with play times from 7 p.m. and a 2 p.m. matinee on Saturday.
High School Musical, presented by Mayo Stage Door Backstage Pass of Mayo High School, opens November 16 and runs through November 19, with evening showings at 7 p.m. and a 1:30 p.m. matinee on Sunday.
Mama Mia! presented by John Marshall Theater of John Marshall High school, opens November 16 and runs through November 18 with evening showings at 6 p.m. and a 1 p.m. matinee on Saturday.
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!
Today is National S.T.E.M./S.T.E.A.M. Day! The day inspires kids to explore and pursue their interests in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math.
During Student-Centered Learning Wednesdays, students sign up to participate in a variety of seminars, including chess, mentoring elementary school students, and equine therapy. If you (or a contact) has a special skill, business, or hobby that you would like to introduce to our students during our Wednesday seminars, please reach out to Sweta Patel, Community School Site Coordinator, at swpatel@rochesterschools.org.
It's Election Day! Polls are now open until 8 p.m. Find your voting location at https://pollfinder.sos.mn.gov.
Still have questions about the referendum? Join Supt. Pekel TONIGHT at the In-Person Referendum Forum from 7-8 p.m. at the Edison Board Room, 615 7th St SW, Rochester, MN 55902.
