Those interested in learning more about the 2024 Ignite Student Learning Referendum can join Superintendent Pekel in one of the following virtual information sessions:
Wednesday, October 9, 7-8 p.m.
Friday, October 11, 12-1 p.m.
Wednesday, October 23, 12-1 p.m.
Wednesday, October 23, 7-8 p.m.
Tuesday, October 29, 7-8 p.m.
Joining the information sessions
You can access the Zoom meetings at this link: https://bit.ly/referendum-virtual-info-session. Before each session, we will change the destination link to the upcoming Zoom session link.
If that link doesn't work for you, you can access each meeting by going to https://www.rochesterschools.org/events and clicking on the respective event. The Zoom link can be found there.
The same content will be presented at each meeting. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions.
Early Voting
Early voting has begun. Eligible voters can vote early in person at the Olmsted County Elections Office (2122 Campus Dr. SE, Suite 300, Rochester, MN 55904) or by mail by requesting an absentee ballot be mailed to you. More information on early voting can be found on the Minnesota Secretary of State’s website.
Referendum Videos
If it passes, the referendum will provide 10 years of funding for:
Positions that assist students who need more support to thrive.
Programs that challenge advanced students and enrich learning for all students.
Services that strengthen student well-being and mental health.
Classes that prepare students for success in vocational and technical careers.
We’ve created videos so you can hear and see what this means from some of our students and staff. You can watch the videos at this link. Don’t forget to share the videos!
More information
More information about the referendum, including resources in various languages, can be found at www.rochesterschools.org/referendum.