Rochester Community Schools is proud to announce the initiation of a strings program, starting at the sixth-grade level, to further enhance the music curriculum within the district. Strings include the violin, viola, cello, and double bass. “Adding new programs to the curriculum is an indication of the strong financial health of our school district. Our ability to accomplish the goals set by our strategic plan requires fiscal stewardship, which includes maintaining a balanced budget that is … [Read more...]
Voters Pass $185 Million Bond Proposal for the Rochester Community School District
November 3, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Voters residing within the boundaries of the Rochester Community School District elected today to approve a $185 million bond proposal that will fund critical infrastructure and technology enhancements and will improve student safety and school security. “I would like to thank the greater Rochester residents, members of the Citizens Committee, our school parents and PTAs, local leaders and business owners, and our outstanding board of education, school administrators and staff for their … [Read more...]
Rochester Community Schools Narrows Achievement Gaps
August 28, 2015 by Leave a Comment
The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) recently released the remaining four schools within the Rochester Community School District from Focus School status for their efforts to bridge the achievement gap between the top and the bottom 30 percent student performers. “This is great news,” said Superintendent Robert Shaner. “Our curriculum department has done an outstanding job exploring alternative approaches to enhance student achievement. It’s wonderful when the hard work of our team, to … [Read more...]
Rochester Community Schools Recommends New High School Principal
May 20, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Rochester Community Schools announced on Monday that, following an extensive interview process, the district will be recommending Neil DeLuca to the Board of Education on June 8, 2015, for the position of principal at Rochester High School. “We believe that Neil has the necessary skills to continue the tradition of educational excellence that is distinctive of Rochester Schools,” said Superintendent Robert Shaner. “He consistently demonstrates outstanding leadership qualities and has an … [Read more...]
Rochester Community Schools High Schools Ranked Among the Best in Michigan
May 15, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Three high schools within the Rochester Community School District were ranked among the top 30 best public high schools in Michigan, according to a study conducted by U.S. News and World Report in partnership with RTI International. The study looked at 608 districts and 849 public high schools across the state. Nationally, 19,753 high schools were reviewed. Only those schools who earned a national gold or silver medal were eligible for state ranking. Rochester Adams High School, a gold medal … [Read more...]
Rochester School District Says, “Talk to us”
May 15, 2015 by Leave a Comment
The Rochester Community School District announced today that it has added a new feature to its website — “Talk to us®!” When residents go to www.rochester.k12.mi.us and click on the Talk to us tab, they can make a comment, offer a compliment, ask a question, squelch a rumor, or report a problem. “We are interested in what people in our district are thinking about our schools,” said Superintendent Robert Shaner. “This addition to our website will help provide residents with a convenient way to … [Read more...]
