You're invited to our 2025 Celebration Powwow at Mayo High School this Saturday, May 3. Enjoy captivating dancing, drumming, delicious food, and beautiful Native American artistry. It's an excellent opportunity to support our students and learn more about our community's heritage. All are welcome! #RochesterMN #Classof2025
1 day ago, Rochester Public Schools
RPS powwow Flyer
Powwow seniors
Powwow Dancer

Due to impending inclement weather this evening, ⚡ Middle school after-school activities are canceled. ⚡ All night school classes are canceled. ⚡ All activities at school sites must conclude by 6 p.m. Please make necessary arrangements and stay safe.

2 days ago, Rochester Public Schools
inclement weather update
Here are the May hours for the Spartan Shack. Visitors will need to bring an ID and enter at Door 6. The final day for sales this school year will be Friday, 5/23. Thank you for your support!
3 days ago, Mayo High School
Spartan Shack hours for May
Join us for a College Planning Night on April 25, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., for 8th—to 11th-grade students and parents. Learn more about the tools available to students within Xello and how to better prepare for college opportunities. Save the date and link for the session: bit.ly/3DySo3P
13 days ago, Rochester Public Schools
Xello College Planning Tools for 8th to 11th grade parents and caregivers on April 28th, 2025 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
The RPS School Board will meet today at 5:30 p.m. in the Edison Board Room (615 7th St SW). On the agenda for tonight's study session is the SCIP 2.0 Success Measures and Process Recommendation. If you cannot attend in person, you can livestream the meeting at https://www.youtube.com/isd535. You can view tonight's and other meeting's full agendas at https://rochesterschools.org/simbli.
15 days ago, Rochester Public Schools
school board meeting study sesson
Rochester Public Schools wouldn't be the same without the dedicated, compassionate, and hardworking individuals who make a difference every day, whether they're teaching in classrooms, supporting students, or keeping our schools running smoothly behind the scenes. As a small gesture of gratitude, we invite you to share a few words of encouragement with a staff member who has made a positive impact on you or your student(s). Your message can go a long way in brightening someone's day and reminding them just how appreciated they are. Send a thank you card: https://www.rochesterschools.org/article/2149885
16 days ago, Rochester Public Schools
you are out of this world
thank you
you are pawsitively awesome
you're wheelie good at this
You're the glue that holds us together
you are soda-lightful
On May 4th there will be a fundraiser for MHS Track & Field at Sorellina's. Mention this fundraiser and 25% of your food purchase will be donated to the team!
19 days ago, Mayo High School
Sorellina's fundraiser for MHS Track & Field 4.11.25
Please join us for our Spring Connections from 5:00-7:00 PM. May 1st at Parkside Park and May 8th at Friendship Park. We hope to see you there!
21 days ago, Mayo High School
Spring Connections flyer; held 5/1 & 5/8
There is no school from Monday, March 31, to Friday, April 4. Students, enjoy your spring break vacation. See you back on Monday, April 7!
about 1 month ago, Rochester Public Schools
no school march 31 to april 4
Looking for a way to get involved with RPS? Join our CCIAC group. We need a diverse group of parents, community members, business leaders, and students to share their voices about the education of all Rochester Public Schools learners. The role of the CCIAC is to provide input and feedback on curriculum, instruction, and learning across RPS schools. The next meeting is Thursday, April 17, at the Edison Building, 615 7th ST SW. The group will meet for 90 minutes and dinner will be provided. Please RSVP at: https://bit.ly/cciac-rsvp
about 1 month ago, Rochester Public Schools
CCIAC Meeting
RPS is canceling school tomorrow, Wednesday, March 19, 2025, in anticipation of the blizzard warning issued by the National Weather Service. Here’s what this means: ➡️ This is a complete District building closure due to the anticipated severity of the storm. We will not be clearing parking lots until the storm has passed. ➡️ High school MCA testing is rescheduled for next week. Families will receive further communication from their respective schools about the rescheduled date. ➡️ School Age Child Care (SACC) will be closed. ➡️ All PAIIR, Preschool Age Child Care (PACC), Preschool, and Community Education daytime and evening classes for early childhood, youth, adults, and adults with exceptional abilities are canceled. ➡️ Hawthorne Education Center is closed. ➡️ All community building rentals are canceled. ➡️ All Professional Growth Academy classes are canceled. ➡️ All after-school activities and athletics are canceled.
about 1 month ago, Rochester Public Schools
RPS is closed March 19 in anticipation of blizzard warning
School supplies adding up? Don't toss those receipts just yet! Did you know most purchases qualify for the valuable K-12 Education Credit or Subtraction? Learn how to claim your savings next tax season: https://www.revenue.state.mn.us/k-12-education-subtraction-and-credit
about 1 month ago, Rochester Public Schools
MDR Tax Relief two
Join us for our hiring event on Friday, March 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.! Open positions include: Licensed School Counselors Speech Language Pathologist Assistants Education Support Professionals Special Education Teachers Math Teachers Science Teachers Maintenance workers Occupational Therapists Health Office Nurses/Licensed School Nurses Student Nutrition Services and more! Join us at the Edison Board Room, 615 7th St SW. Walk-ins are welcome, and virtual interviews are available! Sign up for a virtual interview at https://bit.ly/march29hiringevent. Join the RPS team and make a direct impact on your community!
about 1 month ago, Rochester Public Schools
RPS hiring event on March 28
Freezing for a reason! 🥶 Our Mayo High School Students took the plunge, making a splash in their fundraising for the Special Olympics through the Unified Program. #PolarPlunge #Specialolympics
about 2 months ago, Mayo High School
The first student jumps into the plunge pool as the student body watches.
Teacher with unified shirt catches his breath after jumping in the pool.
Two swim and dive girls jump into the pool with neon shirts on.
Student shocked at the cold as they exit the plunge pool.
Two superheros jumping into the plunge pool in action poses.
Three students ecstatically jumping into the pool with arms locked together and smiling.
Two students holding hands jumping into the plunge pool with cool school shirts.
Student jumping with feet towards the camera into the polar plunge pool
Students will not report to school on Wednesday, March 12. Staff will be participating in a curriculum adjustment day. We will see students back on Thursday, March 13.
about 2 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
No School on Wednesday, March 12
Students will not report to school on Monday, February 17, in observance of Presidents Day. Staff will participate in a districtwide professional development day. Students will return to school on Tuesday, February 18.
3 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
no school on presidents day
Students will not report to school on Monday, February 17 in observance of Presidents Day. Staff will participate in a districtwide professional development day. Students will return to school on Tuesday, February 18.
3 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
no school on presidents day
Parents and caregivers, did you know your child's school supplies could mean more money back in your pocket next tax season? 📚✨ Save those receipts and discover how the K-12 Education Credit and Subtraction can boost your refund: https://www.revenue.state.mn.us/k-12-education-subtraction-and-credit
3 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
MDR Tax Relief
Postsecondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) is a program that allows 10th, 11th, and 12th-grade students to earn both high school and college credit while still in high school through enrollment in and successful completion of college courses. PSEO students are not charged tuition, books, or fees for items required to participate in a course. If you are interested in learning more about PSEO at RPS, join us for an information night on February 20 at 6:30 p.m. at RCTC, or scan the QR code to join virtually. If you have questions, contact your building's counseling office.
3 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
PSEO Info night information
All schools except Longfellow Elementary will be closed on Friday, January 24. Students, enjoy your day off. RPS staff will be participating in a PD/grading day. We'll see you back on Monday, January 27!
3 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
No School on Friday, January 24 (except Longfellow Elementary)
Longfellow is in Session January 24