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
The Century Panthers and John Marshall Rockets may be cross-town rivals who face off on the field, but ahead of this week’s football game between the two schools, they are teaming up for a Tackle Cancer fundraiser.
The two teams will go up against each other on Friday, September 19, but they are turning the game into a community-wide fundraiser to see which school can raise the most money.
Dollars raised through t-shirt sales, food truck purchases, and halftime donations will count towards each school’s total.
Starting at 4:30 p.m., fans can tailgate with a purpose by enjoying foods from local favorites like El Samurai, Corona’s tacos, Minne’SNO’da Shaved Ice and Sinners ‘Sota. Each vendor will donate a portion of their proceeds to Tackle Cancer.
Tackle Cancer t-shirts will also be available for purchase, costing $10 each, and all proceeds go directly to the cause.
Finally, during halftime, volunteers will pass donation buckets through the stands, and fans from both schools are encouraged to give and help their team win the fundraising battle.
Kickoff for the game is scheduled for 6 p.m.
Mark your calendars to join us for a great fundraiser for a great cause.
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is also available for people experiencing emotional distress, mental health crises, or thoughts of suicide. You can call or text 988 or chat online at 988lifeline.org to connect with trained counselors anytime, 24/7.
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 on the countdown to the start of school. Save the date for your secondary school's schedule pick up and find even more information on our back to school webpage: https://www.rochesterschools.org/backtoschool
Dakota Middle School
Thursday, August 14 from 12 to 6 p.m. for all students
John Adams Middle School
Wednesday, August 20 from 2 to 7 p.m. for incoming 6th graders
Thursday, August 21 from 2 to 7 p.m. for incoming 7th & 8th graders
Kellogg Middle School
Wednesday, August 20 from 2 to 7 p.m. for all students. Students should also plan to take their school picture at this time.
Willow Creek Middle School
Wednesday, August 13 from 12 to 5 p.m. Meet & Greet, and Tour for new students attending Willow Creek. Tours take place every hour on the hour.
Thursday, August 21 from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. for all students. Students should also plan to take their school picture at this time.
Century High School
All students will have their school picture taken at schedule pick up.
Wednesday, August 13 from 4 to 7 p.m for 9th Grade
Thursday, August 14 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. for 10th Grade
Thursday, August 14 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for 11th Grade
Thursday, August 14 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. for 12th Grade
John Marshall High School
Wednesday, August 13 from 2 to 5 p.m. for 9th Grade
Thursday, August 14 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for 10-12th Grade
Mayo High School
Students should enter at door 6.
All students will have their school picture taken at schedule pick up. Students unable to attend schedule pick up are expected to have their picture taken on Friday, September 5.
Wednesday, August 13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m for 10-12th Grade
Thursday, August 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for 9th Grade
Congratulations to CHS grad, Katie Eidem for her 6th place finish @ Nationals in the heptathlon! What an accomplishment from a great athlete and former Panther! The 2 day heptathlon competition consists of the 100-meter hurdles, high jump, shot put, 200 meters, long jump, javelin throw, and 800 meters.
