In our efforts to bridge the communication gap and further engage families in their student's education, RPS partners with TalkingPoints to introduce two-way communication into our school communities. Currently, our families are utilizing TalkingPoints in over 40 languages, helping families remove language barriers.
This school year, our staff and families have exchanged over two million messages through TalkingPoints. We hope to continue the conversation with you!
A proud procession of flags at today's Culture Fest Performance. At JM we have over 30 home languages spoken, and even more countries represented ❤️
Wishing a happy Rama Navami to those who celebrate.
April is National Bilingual/Multilingual Learner Advocacy Month and a time to celebrate the linguistic diversity that bilingual and multilingual students and families bring to our school community. As a school district, we support our multilingual families with the help of multilingual and bilingual specialists who help break language barriers and strengthen communication between our staff, students, and school communities.
Meet our school's bilingual specialists in the photos on this post! Our bilingual families are invited to connect with our bilingual specialists for support with translations, interpretations, and connections with school and District administration to help enrich their students' education.
Calling all rummage sale lovers....one thing we could use for the Rocket Community Room are gently used backpacks for the Fall. For high school students, think strong & fairly big. We can take them this spring or in late August. Thank you and happy hunting!
Environmental Awareness students testing their skills at a tandem bike. They agreed it requires a decent amount of coordination & and heavy amount of trust.
You see them opening milk cartons in the lunchrooms, reading with students in the libraries, helping out on playgrounds, chaperoning field trips, and helping office staff stuff envelopes -- public school volunteers are a force, and we are happy to celebrate them this week!
Dine in or carry out at Victoria’s to support the Senior Party (all day). Mention: JM Senior Party!
We had a fantastic turnout for our Community Mural Paint Party today. So much fun seeing students, caregivers, alumni, staff, neighbors, & community members all interacting with one another in such a joyous way.
REMINDER....Join us tomorrow for our Community Mural Paint Party. Free & family-friendly. Drop in anytime between 9:30 - 12:30 at John Marshall outside near the main entrance. No artistic experience needed....we promise! Come be a part of something unique, lasting and fun!
Rochester Public Schools invites you to come and enjoy our spring plays starting April 25!
The Great Gatsby, presented by the Panther Playhouse of Century High School, opens Thursday, April 25, and runs through April 27, with play times from 7 p.m. and a 2 p.m. matinee on Saturday.
I Hate Shakespeare, presented by Mayo Stage Door Backstage Pass of Mayo High School, opens April 26 and runs through April 28, with evening showings at 7 p.m. and a 1:00 p.m. matinee on Sunday.
Spy School, presented by John Marshall Theater of John Marshall High school, opens April 25 and runs through April 27 with evening showings at 7 p.m.
Tickets can be purchased at the door or through the Hometown Fan app on your phone. To purchase tickets through the app, simply download the Hometown Fan app and search for Rochester High School hosting the play of your choice.
We hope to see you there!
This past Tuesday, many of our secondary students were recognized at the School Board meeting for their outstanding achievements in activities and athletics during the winter season. These photos show a few of the students who were able to be there in person. You can view the full list of students and their achievements at agenda item 4.1 at this link: https://bit.ly/4arDjNc. Congrats, RPS students!
We have started preparing bus routing for the 2024-25 school year. With boundary and school changes for the upcoming school year and changes in busing eligibility, there may be some changes in eligibility for students. To check if you are eligible for transportation, and more information visit https://www.rochesterschools.org/article/1547378
The Track & Field meet is in full swing at Mayo.
We are back painting again today. One of the great things about the method this artist uses is it is accessible to anyone wanting to participate. Reminder of the Community Paint Party this Saturday at JM. Drop in anytime between 9:30-12:30. Free & completely family friendly. Open to everyone!
Our FCCLA (Family, Career & Community Leaders of America) did AMAZING at State this past week with all JM students advancing to Nationals this summer in Seattle! Additionally, Mr. Ruzek was recognized by FCCLA with an Administrator Award for his support of this student organization.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE JOHN MARSHALL FCCLA CHAPTER and to Principal Ruzek for receiving the Administrator of the Year Award! All FCCLA students that competed at State qualified for Nationals in Seattle Washington in June! Great job! Manal M. was elected as an Area Officer/Secretary for the 2024-2025 school year, and not only did she qualify for Nationals she also received a Bronze Award in Job Interview and a Silver Award in Leadership Skills. Congratulations to Mikki Sunia for receiving a Gold Award in Career Investigation. Mikki is an alternate candidate for Nationals! Congratulations to Kya Lee for getting a Gold Award in Professional Presentation and she also received recognition as a Call Back Competitor. Congratulations to William Tran for being elected as a State Officer for the 2024-2025 school year, he will be Vice President of Public Relations! Will also received a Gold medal in Professional Presentation and recognition as a Call Back Competitor. Way to go JM FCCLA!!
On Friday, April 12th from 11-1:30, during lunches, we will have the 2nd edition of the Rocket Career Launch. Please encourage your student(s) to stop by and learn more about these four amazing college/career pathways...Health Care Office Professional, Computer Science, Peace Officer & Criminal Justice, Winona State Rochester Transfer Pathways & Education.
In honor of its 50th Anniversary this year, RPS Community Education is seeking submissions of artwork by our community members about our community to reinforce the lifelong learning mission of Community Education through our publications, event wear, items for sale, and other ways. Submissions are due April 30. Learn more: https://www.rochesterschools.org/article/1544243
Since we didn't have many students this afternoon, our staff got to help paint the mural! Join us Saturday for our Community Paint Party. JM anytime between 9:30-12:30.
