Keep an eye out around town—you might spot our brand-new ECFS Screening Outreach Van! This van helps us share the word about ECFS programming while bringing developmental screenings closer to families in the community. Convenient, accessible, and designed with you in mind.
Sign your child up for their developmental screening today: www.rochesterce.org/ecscreening
Sign your child up for their developmental screening today: www.rochesterce.org/ecscreening
To help our students fully engage in their learning, students are encouraged not to bring cell phones or other electronic devices, including smart watches and earbuds/airpods, to school. See more information about our cell phone procedures for each school level at https://rochesterschools.org/cell-phone-procedures
Busy days? We’ve got you covered.
Our Night Owl Preschool Class gives your 3–5 year old the same playful, high-quality learning—just in the evening! Spots are limited, enroll today! https://bit.ly/nightowlpreschool
Our Night Owl Preschool Class gives your 3–5 year old the same playful, high-quality learning—just in the evening! Spots are limited, enroll today! https://bit.ly/nightowlpreschool
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
RPS families: This is a reminder that except for Longfellow Elementary, there is no school on, Friday, August 29. RPS is also closed on Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day. Enjoy the long weekend, and we will see you next Tuesday!
Our Fall 2025 Youth Enrichment catalog is here! Visit https://simplebooklet.com/youthfall2025 to view the catalog online. Clicking the course title of any class will take you directly to the registration page.
What a summer! That's a wrap on summer SACC, and what an adventure it's been! Our students and staff had a blast making memories, from epic field trips to fun-filled days. We hope you have a great rest of your summer break, and we can't wait to see you all again in a few short weeks for the school year!
Join us over your lunch break for a quick, online session packed with parenting tips and resources. Camera on or off—join in however you’re most comfortable. Stay after for an optional Q&A to get your questions answered! Each topic is a stand-alone session, so you can sign up for one or all. Register today: https://bit.ly/3IG78Rg
Our Fall 2025 AwEA Enrichment catalog is here! Visit https://simplebooklet.com/communityconnectionfall2025 to view the catalog online. Clicking the course title of any class will take you directly to the registration page.
Ready, set, run (or walk)! Join us for the 2nd Annual ECFE 5K. Whether you’re new to running or a regular, it’s a great way to get moving and give back. All proceeds support early learners in our community. Register/sponsor: https://raceroster.com/events/2025/95994/rochester-ecfe-5k
Our Fall 2025 Adult Enrichment catalog is here! Visit https://simplebooklet.com/adultenrichmentfall2025 to view the catalog online. Clicking the course title of any class will take you directly to the registration page.
You can also visit www.rochesterce.org/register to search our registration site. Look for courses by typing the course number, course name, or keywords into the search bar at the top of the page. With this tool, registration is just minutes away!
You can also visit www.rochesterce.org/register to search our registration site. Look for courses by typing the course number, course name, or keywords into the search bar at the top of the page. With this tool, registration is just minutes away!
Our Fall 2025 Early Childhood catalog is here! Visit https://simplebooklet.com/earlychilldhoodfall2025 to view the catalog online. Clicking the course title of any class will take you directly to the registration page.
All RPS buildings and programs, including summer meal locations and summer school-aged child care (SACC), will be closed on Friday, July 4, 2025, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. We will resume normal operations on Monday, July 7, 2025. We wish you and your families a safe and happy Fourth of July!
All RPS buildings and programs, including summer meal locations and summer school-aged child care (SACC), will be closed on Friday, July 4, 2024, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. We will resume normal operations on Monday, July 7, 2024. We wish you and your families a safe and happy Fourth of July!
We're in the heart of summer, soaking up the sun! But just like your favorite ice cream cone, summer eventually has to end. And that means getting ready for a new school year! While it might feel early to trade in your swimsuits for notebooks, consider getting a head start on your back-to-school supplies. Get your list here: https://www.rochesterschools.org/schoolsupplies
SPECIAL HOURS: Our summer meal program will only operate out of three locations from June 30 to July 3, and all locations will be closed on July 4. Visit Franklin, Overland, or Washington Elementary for summer meals this week! For more information, visit www.rochesterschools.org/summermeals.
What an incredible 2024-2025 school year! As we close the books on another year, we want to thank our amazing students, staff, and families for making it so special. Your hard work, dedication, and enthusiasm made this year truly memorable.
We've loved every moment of learning, growing, and achieving together. While we're sad to see it end, we're already looking forward to continuing the adventure with all of you next school year!
We forgot to mention a big accomplishment from this school year: the passing of the 2024 Ignite Student Learning Referendum! Watch this brief video from Superintendent Pekel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mQK9P5NxpZU
We’re excited to offer a wide range of youth swimming lessons throughout the summer! No matter what stage of aquatic learning your child is in, we have something for them. Visit bit.ly/ceswimming to view all courses and register online!
As the 2024–2025 school year comes to a close, I want to take a moment to reflect on some of the highlights from the past ten months. This list doesn’t capture everything great that happened in our schools, but I hope it gives you a sense of the extraordinary work we’ve done together. Everyone connected to Rochester Public Schools (RPS) should feel proud of what we’ve accomplished—and even more excited about what lies ahead. Read Superintendent Pekel's End Of Year Review: https://bit.ly/end-of-year-review-2025
