Rochester School District

In observance of Orange Shirt Day, we invite everyone on September 30th to honor the experiences of Indigenous Peoples and residential school survivors.. By wearing orange, we show our commitment to learning and listening to the stories of Indigenous communities and affirm that "Every Child Matters."

Thank You, West Thurston County Fire! On Wednesday, WTCF donated a collection of supplies for RPS. We are so grateful for this partnership with the fire department. Thank you so much for supporting our staff and students!

Today is Native American Day. We recognize and celebrate the rich history, diverse cultures, and enduring contributions of Native American people. This day serves as an important reminder to reflect on the past and commit to continued learning and fostering strong relationships with our local Indigenous communities. We encourage everyone to take a moment today to learn more about the Native American heritage that shapes our state and region.

Did you know that Hispanic Heritage Month began on September 15? The date is significant because it's the anniversary of independence for several Latin American countries! The traditions, languages, and unique perspectives enrich our classrooms. Our district is proud to be a place where we can learn from and honor the traditions, achievements, and stories of our Hispanic and Latino families.

Due to air quality conditions, the football game originally scheduled for 9/19 is rescheduled to Saturday, September 20, at 7 pm.

Who’s ready for kickoff? 🏈 Our new RHS Assistant Principal, Mrs. Lincoln, is practicing her traffic guiding moves with light-up traffic wands to keep Warrior fans moving smoothly on game night
is ready! She picked up some light-up traffic wands to help guide traffic at the football game… and couldn’t resist practicing a few moves first. Let’s pack the stands tomorrow night!

Happy National IT Professionals Day! We want to give a huge shout-out to our amazing IT team, Jon and Josh. They're the unsung heroes who keep our district running smoothly. With over 5,000 pieces of equipment and more than 280 staff members to support, their work behind the scenes is invaluable—especially during this busy time of year.

Thank you, Jon and Josh, for your tireless efforts. We truly appreciate you!

Back to School Bash! From books to Boy Scouts, banks to booster clubs - our community showed up in a big way to support students and families! Thank you to all who joined us for this resource-filled event last Friday.

Last Tuesday’s RMS Howdy Family Night was a hit! Families enjoyed hot dogs, good company, and some lively line dancing.

The best part? Watching our RMS teachers lead the way with their dance moves — can you spot them in the photos? Thanks to everyone who joined us and made it such a fun evening!

Good luck to our Lady Warriors Volleyball team as they take on Napavine tonight in their first home match of the season! JV starts at 5:00pm, with Varsity to follow at 6:30pm. Check out all Rochester High School and Middle School athletic schedules here: https://www.rochester.wednet.edu/o/rsd/page/athletics Go Warriors!

We are excited to introduce our new School Resource Officer, Deputy Mancuso! He’s already been making his rounds at all of our schools, getting to know staff and students, and we’re thrilled to have him join the Warrior team. And yes—what better way to kick off the school year than with a super cool backpack and a Mickey Mouse lunch pail? Welcome to the team, Deputy Mancuso! #WarriorPride #RochesterStrong

We are off to a wonderful start to the new school year! It has been so awesome to see our Warriors walk through the doors, reconnect with friends, and meet their new teachers. A big thank you to our dedicated staff who have been there every step of the way—welcoming students with smiles, lending a helping hand, and making sure everyone feels at home. Here’s to a great year ahead, Warrior family!

Don't miss out on the District Wide Back-to-School Bash event on Friday, September 12, from 5-7pm at Grand Mound Elementary School's outdoor space. FREE Food, Facepainting, Community Resources, Photo Booth, Games and Prizes will be from 5-6pm. The Reptile Man Show will begin at 6pm in the gym.

Welcome Back, Warriors! We’re so excited to kick off another great school year with all of you! To help make the transition smooth, here are a few important links for parents and guardians:

🚌 Bus Routes → https://www.rochester.wednet.edu/o/rsd/page/bus-routes
⏰ School Hours & Numbers → https://www.rochester.wednet.edu/page/school-hours-and-phone-numbers
📱 Download the New “R”ochester App → https://www.rochester.wednet.edu/page/rooms-support

Here’s to a year full of learning, growth, and Warrior pride!

Today we honor the hard work and dedication of all workers, including our incredible staff who give so much to our students and community. We hope you enjoy a safe and relaxing holiday with family and friends! 💙💛

Bus routes for the 2025-2026 have been posted to our website. - https://rochestersdwa.sites.thrillshare.com/o/rsd/page/bus-routes. If you have any questions please reach out directly to First Student at 360.273.5055. Thanks!

Success Conferences are happening today, Wednesday, August 27, and tomorrow, Thursday, August 28!

If you haven’t signed up yet, there’s still time—log in to Q or call your student’s school to schedule. School hours and phone numbers can be found here: https://www.rochester.wednet.edu/page/school-hours-and-phone-numbers.

Teamwork in action!!! Our teachers are hard at work preparing for the new school year. Today they spent the day with Maria Nielsen building unit plans focused on what matters most, student learning and success!! Thanks for a great day Maria!

Energy and collaboration filled the room yesterday as our Instructional Teacher Leaders, Coaches, and administrators came together to plan for an amazing year ahead.