Meet Eric McRae, Community School Site Facilitator at John Adams Middle School! This year is his 12th year at John Adams and second year as Community Schools Site Facilitator. Eric enjoys being active year-round and spending time in the sunshine on a lake in the summers. Eric fully believes in the mission of building relationships and investing in the students and families of the JA community.
over 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
RPS Community School Site Facilitator Appreciation Week - What perception would you like to overcome as a community school? Community Schools are accessible by everyone and for everyone. If you've ever stepped into a puddle and walked around with wet feet, you know how nice it is to have a pair of warm dry socks. It doesn't matter if you only have one pair of socks or 100, the comfort you feel from a new pair is like a warm embrace that can change your entire day. Meet Eric McRae,
Meet Julie McLaren, Community School Site Facilitator at Gage Elementary School! Julie is Minnesota-born and raised and is a mom of two children. She loves learning with and from others, and in her spare time, her hobbies are hiking, crafting, and reading. If you ask anyone about Julie, they’ll say she’s an all-star, ambitious staff member, and an amazing person.
over 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
RPS Community School Site Facilitator Appreciation Week - Meet Julie McLaren, What does the community school model bring to your school? We're the Gage family. We love each other, hold each other accountable, and help each other grow. We're able to offer deeper learning experiences and broader perspectives with the partnerships we've developed. We help each other overcome barriers because we know no one can do it all alone. There's an energy at Gage that comes from this culture of belonging that you can feel when you're with us.
We're celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! From September 15 to October 15, we come together to honor and celebrate the rich cultural contributions of Hispanic and Latinx communities.
over 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
Feliz Mes de la Herencia Hispana, Happy Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month! Patterned graphic with three photos representing some of the hispanic and latin culture within Rochester Public Schools
As we wrap up this long weekend, we wanted to remind students of the importance of safety, especially as you walk or ride your bike or scooter to school. We made a video with the Rochester Police Department with a few reminders: https://youtu.be/x1kYWW081ng?si=K7MJQdDL3Jz_ybxv
over 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
We're thrilled to announce the new app for Rochester Public Schools! It's everything Rochester Public Schools, in your pocket. Watch this quick introductory video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JViaRlk97s8 (Also available in Spanish: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hUSfGuH5ksQ and Arabic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GnUUuxtqTBw). Then download our app! You'll see information about dining, staff, news, events, and more! Download for Android https://bit.ly/3q4YKls Download for iPhone https://apple.co/456qdlD
over 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
RPS app information
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL families, we know, like us, you're counting down the days until we're back in school! Check out this guide for everything you need to know about bell times are, school supply lists, and when the first day of school is: https://bit.ly/3QyQx3H #15MoreDays
over 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
Graphic for back to school for elementary schools
Did you know that many of the school supplies you purchase for your child this year could reduce the taxes you pay and possibly lead to a larger refund next year? Save your receipts for these purchases and find out more information about the K-12 Education Credit and Subtraction and how to claim them: https:/www.revenue.state.mn.us/k-12-education-subtraction-and-credit
almost 2 years ago, Rochester Public Schools
Colorful crayons
Join us at RPS for our August 1 hiring event! 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Edison Board Room, 615 7th St SW in Rochester. $19/hour minimum pay for hourly positions! We're seeking: - Special Education Teachers - Speech-Language Pathologists - School Psychologists - School Social Workers - Secondary Math Teachers - Secondary Science Teachers - Transportation ESP - Starting at $20.35/hour - Special Education ESP - Starting at $20.35/hour - Heath Office Staff - Maintenance - Starting at $19/hour - Student Nutrition Services - Starting at $19/hour Virtual and in-person interviews are available. Learn more at www.rochesterschools.org/careers.
almost 2 years ago, Rochester Public Schools
Poster for the August 1 hiring event from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Edison Board Room, 615 7th St SW
Two of our Gage Gator team will be retiring at the end of this school year, Jane McCaleb, receptionist for 30 yrs, and Julie Holland, Special Education para for 26 years. We will be celebrating them on June 1st at the Rochester VFW from 4:30-7:30!
almost 2 years ago, Keli Retzlaff
Retirement party invitation with large apple that says School's out forever!