"Prior to Advanced Learning classes, my kids didn't enjoy school and were bored. Now, they are both thriving and have found their place. They love the faster pace and challenge to think differently and explore topics a bit further than the traditional classroom," Connie said.
Learn more about how Advanced Learning classes have made a difference for our students - https://www.rochesterschools.org/article/1850420
Our Fall Parade was a hit... it was chilly but oh so fun! Our students were dressed in such creative costumes and characters. Thanks for coming out to enjoy this tradition with us!
Calling all elementary parents and caregivers! In partnership with the City of Rochester, we are seeking your feedback on a Safe Routes to School Plan for our Elementary Schools.
Please share your thoughts in this 2-minute survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SRTS_eng.
Or add your voice to our interactive map: https://mnsaferoutes.altaplanning.cloud/
How will the School District Question show up on your ballot? See below:
"The board of Independent School District No. 535 (Rochester Public Schools), Minnesota has proposed to increase the School District's general education revenue by $1,133 per pupil, subject to an annual increase at the rate of inflation. The proposed new referendum revenue authorization would be first levied in 2024 for taxes payable in 2025 and applicable for ten (10) years unless otherwise revoked or reduced as provided by law. Shall the new referendum authorization proposed by the board of Independent School District No. 535 (Rochester Public Schools), Minnesota be approved?"
Voters will then select "yes" or "no."
If you're eligible, have you made a plan to vote? Learn about how to vote early: https://www.sos.state.mn.us/elections-voting/other-ways-to-vote
Where does Rochester rank in the funding we receive? In this short video, Superintendent Pekel shares a fact about funding for RPS that has surprised people across our community. Check it out: https://youtu.be/b7edFAoSosU
As the weather gets colder and it remains darker during morning commutes, a reminder to go slow around school zones and pay attention to school buses. Always be prepared to stop for school buses.
🛑 Stop for a school bus with its flashing red lights activated and the stop-arm extended.
🛑 Stop at least 20 feet from a school bus.
🛑 Remain stopped until the stop-arm is retracted and the red lights are turned off.
From elementary to high school, our Advanced Learning specialists create an environment for students who need more challenges, critical thinking, reimagination, and creativity. They serve as a special support for both students and staff within our schools. Read more of our Advanced Learning specialists' perspectives: https://www.rochesterschools.org/article/1847517
Do you have any questions about the referendum? Want to learn more before you head to the polls? Join us tonight for our final virtual referendum information session at 7 p.m.
We're ⭐one week⭐ away from Election Day! On the ballot, voters will consider the Ignite Student Learning proposal to raise the operating levy, stabilize RPS’ budget, and protect essential student programs and services.
Check out our Straight Answers to 20 Big Referendum Questions webpage to learn more: https://referendum.rochesterschools.org/straight-answers.
RPS serves more students in our community than all other schools combined. The Ignite Student Learning referendum asks voters to consider funding to protect the resources that help these students thrive.
Learn about this important decision: RochesterSchools.org/Referendum
This week, with the help of TRBHI, a company owned by an RPS parent, we launched a new AI Chatbot to help answer questions about the referendum. You can view the Chatbot and ask your specific questions at https://thedecision.ai/.
These awesome kids SOARed this week at Folwell. Students earned 288 Falcon Flyers, and these students were honored during our Friday morning Google Meets. Mrs. Repede's Kinders class earned 5 Wings awards this week too. Together we SOAR!
Mrs. Howes's 3rd graders were exploring remainders with division this week!
Thank you, Folwell PTSA and families, for the movie night and dance party. The kids had such a fun night!
Ms. Herman's 4th graders start their Thursdays with a student interview. They love this connecting time and sharing what is fun for them and what they look forward to.
Mrs. Coffing's class has been working on a deeper learning project-designing and creating models of their dream bedrooms. Their last task will be to calculate the cost of their rooms and then they will be on diaplay in our media center. Way to go, 5th graders!
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
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
Our K buddies got to visit their 5th grade buddies classroom this week. 5th graders proudly showed their Kinder around. These K-5 relationships are so special!
Mrs. Strain's 1st graders were sharing lots of strategies for solving part-part-total math problems today!
