Have you ever wondered what MEA is and why students don't have school in the middle of October? Check out this article from the Star Tribune explaining this two-day break: https://www.startribune.com/mea-weekend-minnesota-educators-academy-explained-third-week-october/600313386
6 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
In education, part of our job is to meet students where they are. Every student has a unique relationship with learning. From their learning preferences to how their brain explores concepts, education isn't a "one size fits all" experience. At Rochester Public Schools, our Advanced Learning program helps meet the needs of students who are ready for more challenging content and require experiences beyond the traditional classroom setting. https://www.rochesterschools.org/article/1792714
6 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Students working on a breakoutEDU activity
If the Ignite Student Learning referendum is approved in November, the operating levy increase will protect essential teaching positions, classes, and programs that empower all students. Learn more about our proposed plan: RochesterSchools.org/referendum
7 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
What would the Referendum support?
A reminder that there is no school for students on Thursday, October 17, and Friday, October 18, for MEA (Minnesota Educators Academy). We will see students back in school on Monday, October 21.
7 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
No School on Thursday and Friday, October 17 and 18
Today, RPS students in the American Indian Education program gathered at Peace Plaza for the Indigenous Peoples' Day proclamation, Powwow Drum and Dance, Imnizaska and Dancers, and Pakki Party Dancers. In classrooms, students across the district will also be participating and learning about Indigenous Peoples' Day and the traditions and cultures of Indigenous communities across the nation.
7 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Honoring Indigenous Peoples' Day
Jingle Dancers
Contemporary Dancer and RPS students talking
Kent and student Aiden
Students observing the proclomation
Dakota Community Newsletter https://secure.smore.com/n/5ne9x
7 months ago, Dakota Middle School
Join John Marshall's Fall Festival and Mural Debut!
7 months ago, Dakota Middle School
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At the School Board meeting on Tuesday, October 8, the School Board voted unanimously to direct Superintendent Pekel to develop a 2025-2026 general fund budget recommendation that includes reductions if the Ignite Student Learning referendum plan is not passed by voters on November 5, 2024. Read more about what this budget recommendation would include: https://www.rochesterschools.org/article/1811261
7 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
What happens if the 2024 RPS Referendum fails?
Dakota 2025 Yearbooks
7 months ago, Dakota Middle School
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Dakota's Community Newsletter! https://secure.smore.com/n/yc5t6
7 months ago, Dakota Middle School
Referendum Information Session
7 months ago, Dakota Middle School
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Listen to RPS students explain the Ignite Student Learning referendum that is on the November ballot! The video shows how the proposed levy increase would stabilize district finances and support the programs and services that help students thrive: https://youtu.be/2-Y2VWb-wA8
7 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Listen to Superintendent Pekel explain what's at stake for RPS this election when voters consider an operating levy increase that would stabilize our budget, allowing RPS to avoid school closures, protect class sizes, and maintain student programs and services: bit.ly/3MRUWLR
7 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Decision point for the referendum. If it passes, No major cuts in positions at the school or central office level No school closures No increase in class size
Does your student ride a school bus? Families using transportation can download the First View app to see where their student's buses are. The district code for the app is M6QE. Check it out!
7 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
download the app
In case you missed it! Read the recent op-ed by RPS School Board Chair Cathy Nathan, which explains why we put forward the Ignite Student Learning referendum to stabilize our finances and continue helping all students reach their full potential. ➡️ bit.ly/3XCaF6X
7 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Quote from Cathy: We know that public schools not only help support thriving communities but also develop the workforce that energizes our local economy. People are right to expect our schools to continue to improve and find ways to meet the needs of every student. To accomplish this, we need to build on what we do well, not slowly tear it down.
24-25 Winter Sports Online Registration
7 months ago, Dakota Middle School
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A reminder that there is no school tomorrow, Wednesday, September 25, for all students. Your teachers and administrators will be participating in professional development, reviewing assessment data, and planning instruction. We look forward to seeing you on Thursday!
7 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
No school on Wednesday, September 25
Here is the latest edition of the Dakota newsletter. Happy Monday! https://secure.smore.com/n/12h7e
7 months ago, Dakota Middle School
Early voting begins TODAY! This election, voters will decide whether to approve an operating levy increase to stabilize the RPS budget, protect class sizes, strengthen academic and career programs and more. Explore RochesterSchools.org/referendum for more information.
7 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Early voting begins today
Mark your calendars: Early voting for the "Ignite Student Learning" referendum starts this Friday, September 20. You can vote early via absentee ballot or in person at the Olmsted County Elections Office. Visit RochesterSchool.org/referendum to learn more about early voting.
7 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Vote!