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.
Did you ever wonder where your favorite Bamber Valley staff members do during the summer? See if you can figure out where in the world Ms Reicks is hanging out? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wpYFOmkovnE&authuser=0
Did you ever wonder where your favorite Bamber Valley staff members do during the summer? See if you can figure out where in the world Ms Robinson is hanging out? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCBtKKm_GwE&authuser=0
Looking for a quick and nutritious summer meal? Visit one of our summer meal locations for breakfast or lunch! Meals are FREE for children 18 or younger and a small fee for adults. Check out our menus, locations, and meal times online: https://www.rochesterschools.org/page/summer-meals
Please note that meals must be consumed on location and that all summer meal locations will be closed for Juneteenth and reopen on June 20 at locations that operate Monday through Friday.
Did you ever wonder where your favorite Bamber Valley staff members do during the summer? See if you can figure out where in the world Ms V is hanging out? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ynWYXkH8CdE&authuser=0
DID YOU KNOW????
Research shows that children who don’t read over the summer can lose up to two months of reading achievement. This is known as the “summer slide,” and it can accumulate year after year, putting students significantly behind by the time they reach middle school.
On the other hand, students who read just 20 minutes a day over the summer are more likely to maintain—or even grow—their reading skills. In fact, consistent summer reading is linked to higher reading achievement, stronger vocabulary, and greater academic confidence.
Our local library offers a summer reading program to help stop the summer slide- check it out!
https://www.rplmn.org/services/more-services/summer-playlist
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
Here you go... the LAST broadcast of the year!
https://youtu.be/Rm8n0nZkZl0
The "In The Halls" segment that is linked in the description of this broadcast is a little lengthy.
Have a great last week everyone- it's been a great year, and so fun working here with you all!!
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
Get Ready, because free summer meals are back! Starting June 9, summer meals will be offered at Elton Hills, Gage, Franklin, Longfellow, Overland, Riverside, Washington, Willow Creek, and John Marshall High School.
Breakfast and lunch served daily. All meals for children 18 years of age or younger are FREE. Adult meals can also be purchased for $3.10 for breakfast and $5.50 for lunch.
See the flyer for a full list, dates, and times, or visit www.rochesterschools.org/summermeals for more information.
🍏 June Menu: https://5il.co/3gpjn
🍏 Flyers: https://www.rochesterschools.org/documents/school-meals-and-menus/summer-meals/805175
Good morning everyone! Here is the link for the broadcast this week- https://youtu.be/1FWHvcDDDhE
Friendly reminder: No school on Monday, May 26 (Memorial Day)! RPS offices will also be closed. We'll resume regular hours on Tuesday, May 27.
Hi Beavers!! Unfortunately Mr Neurer had to do something he really didn't want to do...postpone the field day. So, instead of tomorrow, the all school field day will be held this Friday, 05/23. If you are able to volunteer, please come to the school gym by 7:30 on Friday where Mr Neurer will assign you a job. Thanks for supporting our students and making this a day they will always remember.
Staff was able to celebrate the great Dr Julie Austinson yesterday at our staff meeting. After 29 years in education, Dr A is embarking on a new chapter of retirement! We wish Dr A all the best and will miss her dearly!
Here is the link to this week's Broadcast! https://youtu.be/jJUJTB_lxLk
Don't forget, School Year SACC Registration opens at 6 a.m. this morning! Get logged in to register: https://rochester.ce.eleyo.com/child-care/3/school-age-child-care
