We're halfway through Teacher Appreciation Week, and it's been full of joy! We have loved seeing all the celebrations, from a giant chicken outside a building to chalk art, treats, high fives, and hugs! RPS schools are showing huge love for our teachers! Thank you for everything you do for our students! We appreciate you!
Rochester Public Schools (RPS) today announced that the four-year graduation rate for the Class of 2024 reached 86%, according to data released by the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE). This marks a 2.0 percentage point increase from the Class of 2023 (84%) and represents the highest graduation rate the district has achieved in the past six years. Read more: https://www.rochesterschools.org/article/2196956
Heads up, students! There will be no school on Wednesday, May 7. Staff will be engaged in a Curriculum Adjustment Day. See you back on Thursday, May 8.
Looking forward to a fun day on Saturday from 10-1 and great shopping too!
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It was a busy beginning of May with college decision day, Big 9, and prom this weekend. May is definitely a great month to be a Panther.
Raiders Win 16-9!
The Rochester Raiders beat the Anoka-Hennepin Mustangs on Wednesday night 16-9! Senior Andrew had 2 homeruns. Cooper Morrisey, a freshman, scored 1 point, Junior Leigha scored twice and Braxton raked in 3 points including 2 homeruns. Good job Raiders!
Our choir, band, and orchestra students will be participating in the Big 9 Music festival on Friday @ Mayo High School.
The Festival is free and open to the public during the day!
Century ensembles will perform at the following times/locations:
Symphonic Strings / 8:45am / Mayo Gymnasium
Concert Choir / 10:45am / Bethel Lutheran Church
Symphonic Winds / 1:45pm / Mayo Auditorium
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.
Another chance to support our Senior Party!
Please join us in congratulating Mr. Corey Olson.
Corey’s dedication to the HTM program continues to make a remarkable impact, not only on our students but also on the broader hospitality industry. This recognition reflects the outstanding work Corey does every day—bringing passion, professionalism, and excellence into the classroom and beyond.
Support the Century Band Boosters on Sunday, April 27, at Tap House West End.
Almost Maine is almost here! Come see the spring play Thursday-Saturday
Decision Day is Fast Approaching
Pedro's Closet, Century's Resource Room is in need of essentials including shampoo, conditioner, body wash, deodorant, school supplies and healthy snacks. We are also in need of business suits for students wanting to attend Prom but unable to buy the suit. If you have suits you are looking to donate, please consider donating to Century High School.
Congratulations to Basmalla Hussein, Ana Milosevic, William Yan, and Erik Hill (not pictured) who recently competed in the MN State Econ Challenge at the University of Minnesota. After online testing, scenario analysis, and a quiz bowl, they brought home hardware, finishing 4th in the state's most competitive division. This is the highest any Southern Minnesota team has ever placed in the history of the competition.
You can tell by the picture, their futures are bright. Congratulations Panthers!
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
The spring Parent-Teacher conferences and engagement night is coming up 4/24. Join us for a chance to meet with teachers, chat with counselors, ask student leaders and admin about upcoming events.
Look at these amazing Apparel and Design Class creations. Mr Olson says of them, "To say these students met my expectations would be a big old lie. They definitely exceeded them! I am so proud to put their work on display, and I hope they are too. Not only did they create the gowns, but they designed croquis, told me how they used the elements and principles of fashion design, and marketed a name for them. The classroom was so fun when they were making them!"
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.
