RPS families: This is a reminder that, except for Longfellow Elementary, there is no school on Wednesday, September 24, for our Curriculum Adjustment Day.
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 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.
Final Callbacks – Fall Musical Auditions
Students invited to callbacks for You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown should report to the Kellogg Auditorium after school today from 3:30–5:00 PM.
Auditions for the Fall Musical Begin Today
Singing auditions for You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown are happening after school today.
All students are welcome—we can’t wait to hear you!
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
REMINDER: Fall Musical Auditions Start This Week
Join us for auditions for Kellogg Middle School’s fall production of You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown.
📍 Kellogg Auditorium
🕒 3:20–5:00 PM each day
Wednesday, Sept. 3 – Singing Auditions
Thursday, Sept. 4 – Speaking Auditions
Friday, Sept. 5 – Callbacks
All students are welcome—come show us what you’ve got!
Picture Make-Up Day is Coming!
Missed the original school photo day? No worries, here’s your chance.
Thursday, September 4th
8:45AM-11:00AM
All students who did not take a photo previously should plan to participate!
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!
🚀🎒 The Countdown is Over—ALL Comets Return This Tuesday! 🎒🚀
REMINDER: First Day of School for ALL Students! First class begins at 8:35 AM
We’re so excited to welcome back our returning Comets —2025 is going to be an amazing year!
🚀✨ 6th Grade Comets—Your Big Day is Almost Here! ✨🚀
REMINDER: “Meet Me In The Middle” is this Monday! First class begins at 8:35 AM
REMINDER: Meet the Teacher is this Wednesday at Kellogg Middle School
Pick up schedules, take school photos, and connect with staff and community partners before the school year begins.
To help ease traffic and provide a smoother experience, we’re offering suggested arrival times based on when grade-level teachers will be available:
2:00–3:00 PM – Quick visit only (no teacher access)
3:00–4:00 PM – Suggested for 8th Grade
4:00–5:00 PM – Suggested for 7th Grade
5:00–6:00 PM – Suggested for 6th Grade
Please plan to attend during your student’s suggested time if you’d like to meet their teachers. Teacher availability will be limited outside these windows.
We look forward to welcoming you!
School Picture Day is Coming!
Get ready to smile! School photos will be taken during our Meet the Teacher & Schedule Pickup event:
Wednesday, August 20th
Photos taken from 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
