This is a reminder that there is no school on, Wednesday, November 26 through Friday, November 28, for Thanksgiving Break. RPS will resume normal operations and hours on Monday, December 1. Enjoy the long weekend!



Hey, future kindergarten students: ready, set, enroll! Kindergarten enrollment is now open for the 2026-2027 school year at RPS! Learn more and enroll at www.rochesterschools.org/onmyway2k!

Get ready, get set, here we go! Future kindergarten families: We invite you to visit your future school! This is a perfect first opportunity to see how we support every student on their unique path. Kindergarten Open Houses will take place between November 10 and December 5. There will be a brief presentation at the start of each open house, and language interpreters will be available. Visit www.rochesterschools.org/onmyway2k for a complete list of all upcoming Kindergarten Open House dates, locations, and times .


Get ready, get set, here we go! Future kindergarten families: We invite you to visit your future school! This is a perfect first opportunity to see how we support every student on their unique path. Kindergarten Open Houses will take place between November 10 and December 5. There will be a brief presentation at the start of each open house, and language interpreters will be available. Visit www.rochesterschools.org/onmyway2k for a complete list of all upcoming Kindergarten Open House dates, locations, and times...

Get ready, get set, here we go! Future kindergarten families: We invite you to visit your future school! This is a perfect first opportunity to see how we support every student on their unique path. Kindergarten Open Houses will take place between November 10 and December 5. There will be a brief presentation at the start of each open house, and language interpreters will be available. Visit www.rochesterschools.org/onmyway2k for a complete list of all upcoming Kindergarten Open House dates, locations, and times..



To help our students fully engage in their learning, students are encouraged not to bring cell phones or other electronic devices, including smart watches and earbuds/airpods, to school. See more information about our cell phone procedures for each school level at https://rochesterschools.org/cell-phone-procedures

Rochester Public Schools uses the Standard Response Protocol in response to emergencies that may occur in our school buildings. Students and staff will train, practice, and drill the protocol throughout the year. Learn more about what "hold," "secure," "lockdown," "evacuate," and "shelter" mean: https://www.rochesterschools.org/standard-response-protocol

RPS families: This is a reminder that except for Longfellow Elementary, there is no school on, Friday, August 29. RPS is also closed on Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day. Enjoy the long weekend, and we will see you next Tuesday!









We're preparing for the 2025–2026 school year, and we need your help to plan safe, efficient bus routes. Update your student’s transportation info now!
If your student is in grades 10–12, a district‑wide option student, or a non‑public student needing after‑school busing, complete an RPS Registered Rider Form. Address change, foster care, joint custody, and alternate site forms are also on our website. Whether your student is returning, new, or has updated needs, let us know: www.rochesterschools.org/transportation




