Welcome, new RPS teachers! We are thrilled to have you on board and hope you enjoyed your onboard training, speakers, and Superintendent Pekel's address. Thank you in advance for fostering inclusion, teaching topics close to your heart, and inspiring the young minds of our students!
7 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Group of new teachers smile and cheer for the winner of rock paper scissors.
At new teacher orientation, the speakers asks an audience member about a time they felt included.
New Rochester Public Schools teacher learns about the strategies of the district.
Superintendent Kent Pekel addresses new teachers in John Marshall High School Cafeteria.
Speakers warmly welcome new teachers to Rochester Public Schools.
Superintendent Kent Pekel addresses new teachers in John Marshall High School Cafeteria.
Support the John Marshall High School Band on Wednesday, August 27th, from 5 pm to 10 pm by presenting this flyer or mentioning the JM Bands Fundraiser to the Rochester, MN, location. Texas Roadhouse will donate 10% of your total food purchases to the John Marshall Band.

Your contribution helps fund band activities, essential program expenses, and band students' travel to Florida for a once-in-a-lifetime personal experience. Let's go, Rockets!
8 months ago, John Marshall High School
Texas Roadhouse fundraiser for JM Band Boosters
JMHS schedule pickup today! 10am-1pm, Door one John Marshall. Welcome back Rockets!
8 months ago, Attendance Office, JMHS
JM staff welcome back the Rockets
Grade 9 schedule pickup today, 2-5pm : Door 1, John Marshall High School. We are ready to welcome our Rocket Class of 2029.
8 months ago, Attendance Office, JMHS
Principals Ruzek and Bergerson welcome Rockets back to school.
If your student needs vaccinations before school starts, there are walk in clinics available.
8 months ago, John Marshall High School
Back to school vaccines August 14, 19, 20, 25, 26 Walk in all day 8 am to 4 pm
Mayo Clinic Immunization Clinic at Northwest Clinic August 12 6:30 am to 12:30 pm, August 16 8:00-12:00 PM, Sensory Friendly Clinic 1:00-5:00 PM, August 20 2:00-8:00 PM
Don't miss a bell! Set your clocks with a reminder of the 2025-2026 School Bell Times. Check out your school's times here: www.rochesterschools.org/belltimes Important Update for Elementary Families: Please note that release times for select elementary schools have changed by 5 minutes. Make sure to double-check your student's specific school schedule!
8 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
School Bell Times for 2025-2026
A BIG shout out to Rocket Alumni, Grace Hanson, and her efforts in coordinating a Rocket Community Room collection through her work at Washington Elementary... with Washington families, staff and children all coming together. ❤️❤️❤️
8 months ago, John Marshall High School
donation
A huge THANK YOU to Western Digital for their donation of 300 filled backpacks to our RPS community rooms. Supporting our community really takes our whole community. 🙏
8 months ago, John Marshall High School
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Attendance matters, all day, every school day! Plan ahead by downloading the 2025-2026 calendar to sync your schedules for the upcoming school year. Download the calendar today: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1xrFqCZIbB6lkqDN40P_UVOcFxWJSgS_J?usp=drive_link
8 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
2025-2026 Calendar
Fall Sport Registration Information. Check out the flyer & the website. Activities Website: Johnmarshallrockets.org
8 months ago, John Marshall High School
fall sports
Updated Dates for Fall Sport Registration: July 31 - August 5. https://www.johnmarshallrockets.org
8 months ago, John Marshall High School
Updated Dates for Fall Sport Registration: July 31 - August 5. https://www.johnmarshallrockets.org
8 months ago, John Marshall High School
Join us for Schedule Pick Day!
8 months ago, Gina Kolas
Schedule pick up dates grade 9 August 13 2:00-5:00 PM.  Grades 10, 11, 12 Thursday August 14 10:00 - 1:00.  Schedules will be  in Skyward on Friday August 15
Fall Sport Registration Information. Check out the flyer & the website. Activities Website: Johnmarshallrockets.org
8 months ago, John Marshall High School
fall sports

We're preparing for the 2025–2026 school year, and we need your help to plan safe, efficient bus routes. Update your student’s transportation info now!
If your student is in grades 10–12, a district‑wide option student, or a non‑public student needing after‑school busing, complete an RPS Registered Rider Form. Address change, foster care, joint custody, and alternate site forms are also on our website. Whether your student is returning, new, or has updated needs, let us know: www.rochesterschools.org/transportation

9 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
2025-2026 Transportation
Fall Sport Registration Information. Check out the flyer & the website. Activities Website: Johnmarshallrockets.org
9 months ago, John Marshall High School
fall sports
Fall Sport Registration Information. Check out the flyer & the website. Activities Website: Johnmarshallrockets.org
9 months ago, John Marshall High School
sport registration
All summer meal locations are now open and operating under their normal hours. Come and join us for a FREE meal for children 18 years of age or younger. Adult meals are also offered for a small fee. Check out our menus, locations, and meal times online: https://www.rochesterschools.org/page/summer-meals
9 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Free Summer Meals for everyone 18 years of age or younger from June 9-August 15
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!
9 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
RPS closed July 4
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!
9 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
RPS is closed for Independence Day