
Thank you parents and caregivers, for your patience today! Check out this update and pics from John Carlson, our Chief Administrative Officer.






Due to a water main break on the Jefferson property that caused water to flow into the boiler room, we will dismiss students at 1:15 p.m. today, Monday, September 18. All students and staff are safe. Parents/caregivers, please check your emails for more information.

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.


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

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


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


We want to say "Welcome back" to Dana! Jaguars, we are pleased to share that Dana DeWitz will serve as the new Jefferson interim principal. Some of you may know Dana, who served as an assistant principal for Jefferson for nine years. We look forward to a great school year ahead!


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


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.
