Thank you to everyone who attended & supported the JM Fall Festival this past weekend. Over $6000 was raised to support JM Clubs & Activities.
Updated Fall Rocket Shop Schedule. Just a few more times to shop this fall before we break between Fall and Winter sports.
What a turnout for Travel Training Day at JM last Friday!
Students spent the day learning how to navigate Rochester, practicing using the RPT app, and testing out loading their bikes onto bus racks. One of the biggest surprises of the day? Most students were shocked to learn you have to be 15 to ride electric bikes!
A huge shoutout to the students who stepped up and took the Week Without Driving pledge—and to our City of Rochester staff and Safe Routes to School partners for helping everyone build confidence traveling around our city.
To learn more about Week Without Driving, visit https://bit.ly/4dlciyG
Students spent the day learning how to navigate Rochester, practicing using the RPT app, and testing out loading their bikes onto bus racks. One of the biggest surprises of the day? Most students were shocked to learn you have to be 15 to ride electric bikes!
A huge shoutout to the students who stepped up and took the Week Without Driving pledge—and to our City of Rochester staff and Safe Routes to School partners for helping everyone build confidence traveling around our city.
To learn more about Week Without Driving, visit https://bit.ly/4dlciyG
Jamie Johnson is at JM every Tuesday (by appointment) and Wednesday (walk in).
Do you know that JM has a designated School Forest...small, lovely & full of beautiful things! Check out the October update.
What a gorgeous day at JM!
Please join the John Marshall Volleyball team for our annual Cancer Night as we host Faribault on Thursday, October 8th! All proceeds will go directly to the Alex Schmidt Memorial Foundation.
Alex Schmidt was a beloved JM student and athlete whose fight against cancer inspired our entire community. The foundation created in his memory provides direct financial and emotional support to local cancer patients and their families as they navigate treatment. We invite our entire school community to come out, wear your awareness colors, pack the gym, and help us raise funds for a cause that touches so many lives.
There will be several ways to support/donate including:
- Silent Auction baskets to bid on throughout the night
- "Block Out Cancer" t-shirts for sale
- Cash/Card direct donations
Action begins at 5:00pm as our 9A and B squad teams play. Followed by our 9B and JV teams at 6:00pm. Then our Varsity at 7:15pm.
Alex Schmidt was a beloved JM student and athlete whose fight against cancer inspired our entire community. The foundation created in his memory provides direct financial and emotional support to local cancer patients and their families as they navigate treatment. We invite our entire school community to come out, wear your awareness colors, pack the gym, and help us raise funds for a cause that touches so many lives.
There will be several ways to support/donate including:
- Silent Auction baskets to bid on throughout the night
- "Block Out Cancer" t-shirts for sale
- Cash/Card direct donations
Action begins at 5:00pm as our 9A and B squad teams play. Followed by our 9B and JV teams at 6:00pm. Then our Varsity at 7:15pm.
We had a great Travel Training Day today. Our freshmen students visited today to check out a City Bus, learn the routes, bike safety and more! We learned many kids have ridden the City Bus or would love to try it!
The Rocket Community Room is in need of tennis shoes. Thank you for checking your closets, garage & under your kid's bed this weekend!
Does your JM student need dental care? A free clinic is at JM on April 29. To participate, students must qualify for Medical Assistance or Educational Benefits AND have no regular dentist. Please have your student get an application from Mrs. Vasquez in 3-111 or the Nurse to sign up. Pre-registration is required. Thank you!
Do you need a new mattress? Are you looking for a way to support our high school bands? Come get a better night's sleep AND support the 6th Annual Rochester High School Band Mattress Fundraiser! We carry BRAND NEW, fully warrantied, quality name-brand mattresses like Simmons, Beautyrest, and Therapedic, priced below retail. This one-day event will have an entire mattress store set up in the Rochester John Marshall High School Gym, and profits go directly to the bands!
Join us on Sunday, October 4, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at John Marshall High School (1510 14th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901)
Congratulations to the WINNERS of our monthly Freshen on Track drawing. Keep up the great work & enjoy your pass to get into JM Athletic Events for the entire year. Gooooo 🚀!
Ready to master navigating Rochester on your own? Stop by the JM pull-around this Friday, October 2, between 7:40 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. for Travel Training Day! Learn how to use the RPT app to plan your routes, navigate the city, and practice loading your bike onto a bus rack. Take the Week Without Driving pledge and share your reflection for a chance to win a free bike and other bike safety goodies!
Learn more at www.rochestermn.gov/news/posts/week-without-driving-october-1-8-2026
Learn more at www.rochestermn.gov/news/posts/week-without-driving-october-1-8-2026
Check out The Rocket Monthly: October Newsletter. It features a note from Principal Ruzek, important dates, upcoming special events, academic opportunities, student celebrations & more.
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Registration is now open for Discover Mayo Clinic – Lab Explorers, a free, hands-on experience for students in grades 9-12 who are interested in laboratory science and healthcare careers. This FREE event provides students with an inside look at the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology (DLMP) through interactive activities and opportunities to connect with laboratory professionals.
To Register: https://shorturl.at/CKfpU
To Register: https://shorturl.at/CKfpU
Winter Outerwear Pick-Up for Families. Please note that families do need to sign up for a slot ahead of time.
This November, voters in Independent School District #535 will choose representatives to fill four (4) open seats on the School Board. Voters may select up to four candidates on their ballot. The candidates running in this nonpartisan election are listed below in alphabetical order:
Joe "Joe(Y)" Christenson
Justin M. Cook
Pat "Pot" Farmer
Ana Folpe
Flora Howie
Josh Koestler
Joe LaForge
Jean Marvin
Cathy Nathan
John Peck
School board positions will be listed on the back of the ballot. More information about each candidate can be found on the Secretary of State's website: https://myballotmn.sos.mn.gov.
Joe "Joe(Y)" Christenson
Justin M. Cook
Pat "Pot" Farmer
Ana Folpe
Flora Howie
Josh Koestler
Joe LaForge
Jean Marvin
Cathy Nathan
John Peck
School board positions will be listed on the back of the ballot. More information about each candidate can be found on the Secretary of State's website: https://myballotmn.sos.mn.gov.
Travel Training at JM on Friday.
During the school day, students will have the opportunity to learn about safe travel through Rochester, including how to use the City Bus (they can ride free daily M - F, 6AM-6PM), bike travel & safety, win prizes, and more!
Event for the community is open 4-7PM at John Marshall.
During the school day, students will have the opportunity to learn about safe travel through Rochester, including how to use the City Bus (they can ride free daily M - F, 6AM-6PM), bike travel & safety, win prizes, and more!
Event for the community is open 4-7PM at John Marshall.
Pick up your spring supplements for the yearbook today!
JM students at their "Rio Carnival" Homecoming Dance.
