Rochester School District

District Office Summer Hours: Monday – CLOSED to Public Tuesday - Thursday – 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM Friday – CLOSED to Public Thank you for planning ahead and enjoy your summer!

Breaking News! Rochester High School is making waves on the national stage! 🏆 Drone Team – Zach Hubbard and David McConnell placed 2nd in the Nation at the SkillsUSA National Competition!!! Robotics Team – Took home an impressive 6th place finish! Welding Fabrication Team – Earned a strong 18th place in the nation! We are incredibly proud of these outstanding students who competed at the National level for their dedication, skill, and hard work. Way to represent RHS and the Rochester community with excellence! 💙💛

Even during summer break, our educators are learning! This week, a dedicated team of nine Rochester RPS & GMES teachers completed GLAD (Guided Language Acquisition Design) training , a research-based model of instruction that supports language development and academic achievement for all students, especially English learners. We’re proud of their commitment to professional growth and are excited to see these strategies come to life in classrooms this fall!

Congratulations to Grand Mound Elementary School! We’re proud to share that GMES has been recognized by the Association of Washington School Principals (AWSP) as a 2025 School on the Rise! This award celebrates schools where students and adults collaborate to improve culture and amplify student voice. AWSP and its Foundation support these schools with resources and opportunities. These schools foster inclusive and equitable environments. This incredible recognition is a testament to the hard work and collaboration between staff and students, our Student Leadership Team, and the focused efforts to close achievement gaps. Way to go, GMES — your commitment to creating a positive and inclusive school culture continues to shine! #RochesterWA #GMES #SchoolOnTheRise #StudentLeadership #WarriorPride

Even with the rain, Swede Day was a success! Thank you to everyone who stopped by to visit us before the parade. It was great to see so many Rochester students and staff in the parade, from the bands to the Swede Day Princesses, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and more. We’re proud that Rochester is home to this special community tradition. It’s a great day to celebrate where we live and the people who make it such a strong and connected community!

Join us at Rochester’s Swede Day Mid-Sommer Festival this Saturday! The fun kicks off with the parade at 11:00 am down Hwy 12 in front of Rochester Middle School. Before the parade, stop by the middle school parking lot from 10:00–11:00 am. We will be there with activities for kids, balloons, swag, a School Bus to visit, and information about our schools! Timberland Regional Library will also join us. And as always, you’ll see RMS Principal Mr. Maus at the parade, just like every year. He is retiring, but he won’t miss the parade! Hope to see you all on Saturday!

Please join us in thanking Joey Easley for her many years of dedication to the Rochester School District. From the classroom to her role as an Intervention Specialist at both RPS and GMES, Joey has spent well over a decade making a difference in the lives of our students and families. Her care, commitment, and steady presence have helped shape a strong foundation for so many learners. As she moves on to a new chapter, we want to express our deepest appreciation for her time, talent, and heart. Joey, your impact in Rochester will not be forgotten. We wish you all the best in the journey ahead! #ThankYouJoey #OnceAWarriorAlwaysAWarrior

After 19 years of creating harmony in our schools, Francie Ishler is moving on to a new adventure. From her time in the classroom to leading the way as our beloved music teacher, Francie has left an unforgettable mark on Rochester. She’s inspired students to find their voice, helped them hit the right notes, and brought rhythm and joy to countless school days. Her passion for teaching and love for music struck a chord with everyone lucky enough to learn from or work alongside her. As she turns the page to a new chapter, we want to thank Francie for the melody she’s added to our district. You’ll be deeply missed—but your song will echo through our halls for years to come. #ThankYouFrancie #OnceAWarriorAlwaysAWarrior

We are saying goodbye to another beloved member of the RMS family—Andrea Friedman. After more than 11 years of dedicated service as the Rochester Middle School counselor, Andrea is moving on to a new chapter. Her compassion, support, and commitment to our students and staff have made a lasting impact, and she will be deeply missed. Thank you, Andrea, for everything you’ve given to RMS. We wish you all the best in your next adventure!

Please join us in congratulating our 2025 Chehalis Tribal high school graduates: Kylee Secena, Hailey Boyd, and Artie Romero (not pictured)! These students were honored last night for their hard work, resilience, and accomplishments. We are proud of all they have achieved and excited to see what the future holds for each of them. Way to go, graduates!

After 23 incredible years at Rochester Middle School, science teacher Sue Holmes is retiring! Sue has inspired countless students with her passion for science, her dedication to learning, and her unwavering support for the RMS community. Her impact will be felt for years to come, and she will be deeply missed by staff, students, and families alike. Please join us in wishing Sue all the best as she embarks on this well-deserved new chapter. Enjoy every minute of your retirement, Ms. Holmes—you’ve earned it!

Another Running Start Outstanding Student Award! Way to go, Grace Morgan! From the Centralia College's Page - Grace Morgan is a Running Start student from Rochester High School. She is an Eagle Scout from Scouts BSA Troop 317. She is a competitive Scottish highland dancer, varsity swimmer, and practices jiu-jitsu. She also is involved in many volunteer projects through Boy Scouts, National Honors Society, and many more groups. Morgan is studying Korean and Chinese and has been selected for a scholarship language exchange program in South Korea in 2026 through the US State Department. After that, she plans to transfer to the University of Mississippi to double major in international studies and Chinese and double minor in Korean and economics. https://www.centralia.edu/about/news/outstanding-students-2025.aspx?fbclid=IwY2xjawK25nFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFzbkpQTGNTWmhIdkRzeHJtAR6120TBWUzgFIeefkZgWjGr6kgT7R-LVJxrtOCGED2gYr9WDCMwZn3a4Hehaw_aem_OrxFNAkw7mbcbKhD56VB3Q

After years of incredible dedication and leadership, it's time to celebrate two outstanding educators as they move on to their next chapters! Rochester Middle School is saying farewell to Principal Mr. Maus and Assistant Principal Mr. Tveten. Mr. Maus is officially retiring after 19 years of committed service to RMS, and Mr. Tveten is heading off on a new adventure after 21 remarkable years in the Rochester School District. Together, this dynamic duo has made a lasting impact on our students, staff, and community. Their leadership and unwavering support will be missed more than words can express. To honor them, boosters presented each with a custom one-of-a-kind Rochester Hockey Jersey featuring their last name and years of service—and a special plaque now hangs above the gym doors in tribute to their love of hockey and legacy at RMS. Please join us in thanking and congratulating Mr. Maus and Mr. Tveten! Your Rochester family will miss you terribly and we wish you nothing but the best. #RochesterWarriors #ThankYouLeaders #OnceAWarriorAlwaysAWarrior

RHS Trap Shooting Team at State! We are excited to share the results from the State Trap Shooting Tournament—and our Warriors made us proud once again! Individual Honors: Morgan Summers – 1st Place, Novice Female, Carson Wallis – 2nd Place, Novice Male, and Hunter Roberts – 1st Place, JV Male Team Achievements: 2nd Place in our Conference/League and 3rd Place Overall at the State Tournament – for the third year in a row! Congratulations to all of our athletes and coaches for your outstanding performance, dedication, and consistency year after year. Way to represent Rochester with Warrior pride!

Our RSD app keeps getting better and better! Invitations to log in to parent-teacher chat in the app are coming TODAY! Due to technical difficulties, these invitations were not sent last week, but we are ready and excited to get started. Parents/guardians who have already created an account can now access new app features like Messages and Class Streams via web and in the app. Download for Android https://aptg.co/4lfk19 Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/lS_zbq

This morning, Firefighter and Board Member Thomas Trott, with his partner Steve Ruiz, transported two students to their last day of Kindergarten! Today is the last day of school. Dismissal times: RMS - 10:10, RHS - 10:25, GMES & RPS - 11:15.

Today is graduation day for the Rochester High School Class of 2025! If you can’t join us in person, tune in live at 2:00 PM to celebrate with us virtually. Click the link or scan the QR code to watch: https://youtube.com/live/arGblESxrEw?feature=share

Reminder, RSD Families: Friday, June 6 is a full school day—we will not be following an ACT Friday schedule. Please plan accordingly!

Welcome, Class of 2029! Today, our high school is excited to welcome the incoming freshmen as they walk the halls for the first time! This special visit is all about helping them feel prepared and confident for the upcoming school year. We’re thrilled to see the Class of 2029 begin their journey—Go Warriors!

A Special Walk for the Class of 2025! Yesterday, our Rochester High School graduates took one final walk through the halls of RPS, GMES, and RMS, cheered on by students and staff. It was a moment of pride, celebration, and inspiration for all. Congratulations to the Class of 2025. We are so proud of you! 💙💛