Excited to announce that Century Is officially a Unified School! We are looking forward to great, inclusive events including a Cool School Polar Plunge.
From the website: About Unified Schools
Unified Schools begin with Special Olympics Unified Sports® to build inclusive school communities for young people of all abilities. This programming creates an environment where everyone feels welcome, valued, and included both in school and in their local community. Shout out to teachers Jessica Kroll and Brian Russell for making this happen.
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
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!
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
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!
Thank you to everyone who could attend the Century High School Homecoming Parade! Go Panthers!
Share your school spirit! In partnership with Altra Federal Credit Union, families and students can now get a debit card that showcases your school.
Get yours today online: https://www.altra.org/personal/checking/visa-debit-card/high-school-spirit-debit-card/
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.
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.
Join us tonight to hear what the three psychological needs are that need to be met to enable a young person to learn, develop, and achieve their full potential. In his first State of the School District Address, RPS Superintendent Kent Pekel will answer that question and provide an engaging overview of how Rochester Public Schools is working to meet those three essential psychological needs for more than 17,000 young people in our community. The event will also feature performances and observations from RPS students on the state of our schools, our school system, and our city. Thanks to a generous donation, the evening will conclude with frozen treats from La Michoacana Purepecha.
Whether you are a parent or caregiver who seeks to help your children succeed or a member of the Rochester community who wants to help all children succeed or both, please join us for what promises to be an important and enjoyable evening. See you at 7 p.m. at the John Marshall High School auditorium (1510 14th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901).
Why is RPS facing a budget deficit?
➡️ State funding hasn’t kept up with inflation or the rising cost of staff salaries, utilities, and school equipment.
➡️ Of the 15 MN districts with 10,000+ students, RPS ranks last in voter-approved local funding.
Visit RochesterSchools.org/referendum to learn more.
Congratulations to our 2024 Homecoming Court!
Sabir Ahmed
Ava Austin
Kate Bruce
Wanjala Carlson
Jerry Castro
Sophia Comfere
Ava Eckerman
Anna Henrichsen
Owen Kelly
Josh Kyei-Baffour
Amanda Spors
Nisha Wetter
Make your voice heard about the referendum to support RPS. Early voting starts on Friday, Sept. 20! You can learn more about the "Ignite Student Learning" plan to provide financial stability that will support our students by visiting RochesterSchools.org/referendum.
Our Resource Room (Pedro's Closet) is being reenvisioned by our TOPS students. While we have plenty of clothing donations, there are other items we are in need of.
If approved by voters this Nov., funding from the school referendum will eliminate our budget deficit and provide the financial stability we need to continue inspiring, challenging, and empowering all students to reach their full potential. Find out more: RochesterSchools.org/referendum
#WorldSuicidePreventionDay At Rochester Public Schools, we recognize the importance of prioritizing mental health and well-being. Let's take this opportunity to break the stigma around mental health and support each other. Whether it's checking in on a friend, practicing self-care, or seeking professional help, every action counts. Let's work together to create a community that values mental health and provides support to those who need it.
Find Resources Below:
➡️ 988 Suicide & Lifeline Call or Text 988 (24/7)
➡️ Crisis Response for Southeast Minnesota (CREST) Call 844.274.7472
➡️ National Sexual Assault Line: 1.866.656.4673 (24/7)
➡️ RPS Staff and Student Mental Health Sessions: https://ffcstaffconsults.as.me/schedule/d07eafa8
Congratulations to our Homecoming Top 20. The voting for the 10 who will be on the court will take place on Wednesday and Thursday this week for juniors and seniors .
Sabir Ahmed, Ava Austin, *Annika Bartucz, Liv Boyum, Kate Bruce, Wanjala Carlson, Jerry Castro, Sophia Comfere, Ella Davis, Ava Decker, Ava Eckerman, Megan Gamble, *Anna Henrichsen, Owen Kelly, Josh Kyei-Baffour, Anousha Mozammel, Ryaan Speer, Amanda Spors, *Copeland Steele, Nisha Wetter
*Missed the photo
Why is RPS presenting voters with a referendum to increase the school operating levy this Nov.? We are facing a $19.4 M budget deficit that, if not addressed, will lead to:
❌School closures
❌Cuts to teachers and staff
❌Increased class sizes
Learn more: RochesterSchools.org/referendum
To avoid school closures and $19.4 million in cuts, we are asking voters to consider an operating levy increase on the ballot this Nov. that would allow us to build on our progress in helping every student reach their full potential. Learn more: RochesterSchools.org/referendum
Century's drug and alcohol counselor, Jessica Bradford, is highlighted in this clip recognizing Chemical Health Awareness Month. https://www.kttc.com/2024/09/04/rps-brings-new-drug-alcohol-counselors-high-schools-this-year/
