Early Childhood Screening is on the go. Join us at SPARK this Thursday, December 11, and make your screening part of the fun! Reservations are required, but easy to book online: https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/appointments/schedules/AcZssZ03UVNTCcu4yAlpI29vgTuZf6Bj8sNZ43DzM8jpb2nRiW3m1hlI76tvFz5PAAnTkwXbq9_IfDqt

All children are required to be screened before starting kindergarten, but can be screened as early as three years old to provide you with insight into your child's learning development. Join us this week and get your early childhood screening out of the way!

2 days ago, Rochester Public Schools
girl smiling with early childhood screening glasses on.
girl pointing to a shape when answering a question at an early childhood screening.
girl having eyes checked to during an early childhood screening.
Girl with headphones on for the hearing portion of an early childhood screening.
girl creating a pattern of blocks for the early childhood screening.
As the year wraps up, it's the perfect time to celebrate how far we've come! We're reflecting on the incredible accomplishments of our students, staff, and the entire Rochester Public Schools community.

We’re kicking off our top 10 look back with the reopening of Mighty Oaks Preschool this fall! Repurposing one of our older buildings allowed us to bring our preschool closer to Rochester families, providing our classes with room to grow alongside the community. We’re grateful to all who make this move possible, and, of course, to our amazing staff, students, and families who accompanied us along the way.
3 days ago, Rochester Public Schools
Director of Early Childhood cutting the ribbon for the Mighty Oaks early learning school's new location.

Winter is officially here, which means some of us are thinking about the potential of snow days! Learn more about how we determine snow days and what to expect with school closings in the event of inclement weather: http://www.rochesterschools.org/inclement-weather

9 days ago, Rochester Public Schools
info on inclement weather

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!

17 days ago, Rochester Public Schools
No School Wednesday, November 27 through Friday, November 29

Have you scheduled an early childhood screening appointment for your 3 year old? Early childhood screening is a play-based developmental screening for children three to five years old to provide information about your child's learning and development. Parents are welcome to observe, and this service is completely free to you! Book your Early Childhood Screening today: https://calendly.com/ecscreen/screening-appointment?month=2025-11

All children are required to be screened before starting kindergarten, but can be screened as early as three years old to provide you with insight into your child's learning development.

28 days ago, Rochester Public Schools
3 year old completing the hearing test during early child screening.
Parent smiling over student as they look at the screen cards presented by the teacher on the table.
Screening teacher measuring three year old's height
Student practicing their balance on one leg in the room.

Have you scheduled an early childhood screening appointment for your 3 year old? Early childhood screening is a play-based developmental screening for children three to five years old to provide information about your child's learning and development. Parents are welcome to observe, and this service is completely free to you! Book your Early Childhood Screening today: https://calendly.com/ecscreen/screening-appointment?month=2025-11

All children are required to be screened before starting kindergarten, but can be screened as early as three years old to provide you with insight into your child's learning development.

29 days ago, Rochester Public Schools
3 year old completing the hearing test during early child screening.
Parent smiling over student as they look at the screen cards presented by the teacher on the table.
Screening teacher measuring three year old's height
Student practicing their balance on one leg in the room.
Honoring all who served. Thank you, Veterans.
about 1 month ago, Rochester Public Schools
Veterans Day social graphic
Honoring all who served. Thank you, Veterans.
about 1 month ago, Rochester Public Schools
Veterans Day

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!

about 1 month ago, Rochester Public Schools
Kindergarten enrollment now open
RPS families: This is a reminder that there is no school on Thursday, October 16 and Friday, October 17, for MEA weekend. Enjoy the long weekend, and we'll see you on Monday, October 20!
about 2 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
No school reminder for October 16 + 17
As part of our Attendance Matters initiative, we are sending all families an attendance update today. This message will provide a current snapshot of your student’s attendance record for the year so far. Our goal is to keep you informed and partner with you to support your student's learning. You can always view up-to-the-minute attendance data in Skyward. Learn more: https://www.rochesterschools.org/attendance-matters
2 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Every day counts. Every student matters. Attendance is the first step to success!

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

3 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
RPS Cell Phone procedures
The first day of preschool is a big milestone, and a little rain didn't stop our families from celebrating! We had so much fun welcoming our newest and youngest learners to the classroom today. We're so excited to see all the amazing things our students will learn and do this year!
3 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Preschool parent with child posing with a first day of preschool sign
Dad and daughter posing outside of Mighty Oaks on the first day of school
Preschool teacher smiling while helping a student get to the door for class
Preschool student wearing their backpack outside of their classroom
Family posing for the first day of preschool outside of Hoover.
Mom taking a photo of their student on the first day of school
Student reading a book before class.
Teacher helping two students to the door for the first day of school.
Family of five posing for photo as they drop off their preschooler.

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

3 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Standard response protocol list

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!

4 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
No school reminder for August 29

We've been busy this summer! Mighty Oaks is wrapping up the end of our move to our new location at 1900 Pinewood Road SW, Rochester, MN 55904. From bulletin boards to unpacking boxes, we have a busy few weeks ahead, but can't wait to see all of our preschool families soon!

4 months ago, RPS Preschools
Mighty Oaks Early Learning School is on the move! Check out our new location at 1900 Pinewood Rd SE Rochester, MN 55904
Don't miss a bell! Set your clocks with a reminder of the 2025-2026 School Bell Times. Check out your school's times here: www.rochesterschools.org/belltimes Important Update for Elementary Families: Please note that release times for select elementary schools have changed by 5 minutes. Make sure to double-check your student's specific school schedule!
4 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
School Bell Times for 2025-2026
Attendance matters, all day, every school day! Plan ahead by downloading the 2025-2026 calendar to sync your schedules for the upcoming school year. Download the calendar today: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1xrFqCZIbB6lkqDN40P_UVOcFxWJSgS_J?usp=drive_link
4 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
2025-2026 Calendar
All summer meal locations are now open and operating under their normal hours. Come and join us for a FREE meal for children 18 years of age or younger. Adult meals are also offered for a small fee. Check out our menus, locations, and meal times online: https://www.rochesterschools.org/page/summer-meals
5 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Free Summer Meals for everyone 18 years of age or younger from June 9-August 15
All RPS buildings and programs, including summer meal locations and summer school-aged child care (SACC), will be closed on Friday, July 4, 2025, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. We will resume normal operations on Monday, July 7, 2025. We wish you and your families a safe and happy Fourth of July!
5 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
RPS closed July 4