Rochester Community Schools Foundation Hometown Hustle 5K and Fun Run

The Rochester Community Schools Foundation invites families to participate on September 18 in the Hometown Hustle 5K and family color fun run. This annual tradition is the premier fundraiser for the RCS Foundation, which supports student learning in Rochester Community Schools through scholarships, school grants and enrichment programs. “The greater Rochester community recognizes the value of supporting students across our district. For 25 years, these partnerships have enabled the RCS … [Read more...]

New Day Foundation for Families Welcomes Barbra Rill

New Day Foundation for Families, a nonprofit dedicated to reducing the financial burden and emotional stress caused by cancer, announced the addition of Barbra Rill to the staff as community development coordinator. The announcement was made by New Day Co-founder and President Gina Kell Spehn.   As a resident of Rochester Hills since 2007, Rill brings more than 13 years of community service to the position, remaining actively involved in the local community, schools, and non-profit … [Read more...]

Rochester Area Non-Profits to Receive Grants from Oakland Together Community Response and Recovery Fund

Rochester Area Non-Profits to Receive $350k in Grants from Oakland Together Community Response and Recovery Fund for COVID-19 Relief Four (4) non-profit organizations from the Rochester area whose services were severely impacted by the COVID-19 crisis were selected to receive a combined total of $350,000 in grants from the Oakland Together Community Response and Recovery Fund (CRRF). The grants will help the organizations restore vital services and programs that were reduced or eliminated … [Read more...]

Rochester Rotary Clubs Supports Mental Health Initiatives and Organizations

Rochester Rotary Club hosts Annual Charity Golf Outing August 26 Mental and Emotional Health issues are a growing and underserved problem, both across the country and right here in the Rochester Area. Depression and anxiety are epidemic among out youth and teen suicide is on the rise. To help fight back, the Rochester Rotary Club decided to support Mental and Emotional Health initiatives and organizations including those supported by the Rochester Community Schools Foundation. Rotary … [Read more...]

Sip, Savor, and Shop for the Rochester Community Schools Foundation

Each year the event grows with new and unique vendors attracting more attendees to stroll through and shop while sipping their favorite beverage and enjoying delicious appetizers from local restaurants. The seventh annual Sip, Savor and Shop fundraiser will be hosted on Wednesday, November 14, from 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. at the Forestre Banquet Center, 1919 Star Batt Drive, Rochester Hills. Adults, 21 and over, are invited to the all-inclusive evening. Since its inception, event … [Read more...]

Rochester Community Schools Foundation

High school students in the Rochester Community School (RCS) District will have expanded opportunities to enhance their technology, computer programming, and personal craftsmanship skills, thanks to a generous donation from the Rochester Community Schools Foundation. The Rochester Community Schools Foundation awarded more than $9,000 to purchase a computer numerical control machine for STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) education. The device is used by students … [Read more...]

Hometown Hustle 5K Fun Run May 12

Online Registration is OPEN for Rochester Community Schools Foundation 13th Annual Hometown Hustle on May 12 The Rochester Community Schools Foundation Hometown Hustle, a 5K fun run/walk presented by Chief Financial Credit Union, will be held on Saturday, May 12, from 8:30–11:00 a.m. The race will start and end at Chief Financial, 200 Diversion St., Rochester Hills. Register Now. The 13th annual event is a treasured tradition that celebrates fitness and family time. “The Hometown … [Read more...]

Annual Sip, Savor, and Shop Benefits Rochester Community Schools Foundation

Sip a favorite beverage.  Savor appetizers from local restaurants. Shop alongside friends and family and have the opportunity to win fabulous prizes. The sixth annual Sip, Savor and Shop event will be hosted on Thursday, November 9, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the Forestre Banquet Center, 1919 Star Batt Drive, Rochester Hills. Adults, 21 and over, are invited to an all-inclusive, fun-filled evening for a great cause. Event organizers, Suzanne Tedesco and Jennifer Donovan, grow the event each … [Read more...]

Rochester Adams Announces Their New Principal

Rochester Adams High School Welcomes Principal Pasquale Cusumano Rochester Community Schools announces the appointment of Pasquale Cusumano as the new principal of Rochester Adams High School, effective immediately. Cusumano holds a Master of Education degree in Educational Leadership from Saginaw Valley State University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Secondary Education from Wayne State University. “This is a dream come true for me to be able to lead and serve in such an amazing … [Read more...]

Registration is Open for the 12th Annual Hometown Hustle on May 13 with VIDEO

Offering Opportunities to Impact Educational Programs The Rochester Community Schools (RCS) Foundation Hometown Hustle, a 5K fun run/walk presented by Chief Financial Credit Union, will be held on Saturday, May 13. The 12th annual event is a treasured tradition that brings the community together to celebrate fitness, family time and fundraising. The Hometown Hustle attracts more than 1,100 participants and is the principal fundraiser for the RCS Foundation. “We are so honored to be … [Read more...]