Rochester School District
Know, Value, and Support Every Student
📣 Conferences are next week, Warriors! Schools will have early release on Monday, October 19, through Friday, October 23. Check the flyer for dismissal times at each school.
Breakfast and lunch will be served. We look forward to connecting with families during conferences! 💙💛
Breakfast and lunch will be served. We look forward to connecting with families during conferences! 💙💛
A little Husky soccer fun! Our girls’ soccer team enjoyed a trip to the University of Washington women’s soccer game this weekend! It was a great team-building experience and a fun opportunity for our Warriors to spend time together off the field.
Come cheer on our Warriors tonight as our girls’ soccer and volleyball teams both take on the Tenino Beavers at RHS!
💙💛Let’s pack the stands and show our Warrior pride!💛💙
#WarriorPride #OnceAWarriorAlwaysAWarrior
Come cheer on our Warriors tonight as our girls’ soccer and volleyball teams both take on the Tenino Beavers at RHS!
💙💛Let’s pack the stands and show our Warrior pride!💛💙
#WarriorPride #OnceAWarriorAlwaysAWarrior
Hispanic Heritage Month at RPS!
Our Warriors had so much fun celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at our themed recess! Students worked together to create colorful papel picado that will soon be hanging in our school. They also danced to music in Spanish and practiced counting in Spanish!
We love learning, celebrating different cultures and growing together as a school community!
Dream Big, Warriors!
Our Warriors had so much fun celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at our themed recess! Students worked together to create colorful papel picado that will soon be hanging in our school. They also danced to music in Spanish and practiced counting in Spanish!
We love learning, celebrating different cultures and growing together as a school community!
Dream Big, Warriors!
⛳ Warriors Golf Is Moving On! 💙💛
What a day yesterday for Rochester Golf! With a new postseason format and little time to prepare, our Warriors stepped up in a big way! We expected 2–3 golfers to advance, but FIVE Warriors punched their tickets to the next round! Way to go!
👏 Congratulations to Boden Grimm, Wesley Dahl, Clayton Knutson, Darin Ware, and Ryder Radasa on advancing to the District Tournament!
💙 A special shoutout to seniors Jacob Baird and Deuce Anderson, who played their final match in a Rochester uniform. Thank you for your dedication to the program!
👏 Bentley Alfonso, Lucas Barberg, and Gavin Moore also gave it their all and showed us how bright the future of Rochester Golf is!
Beyond the results, we're proud of how this team came together, supported one another, and lifted each other up through an emotional day. That's what being a Warrior is all about!
📅 Next up: The District Tournament begins Wednesday, October 14, with the top 30 advancing to the second day on October 15. Let's keep it rolling, Warriors!
What a day yesterday for Rochester Golf! With a new postseason format and little time to prepare, our Warriors stepped up in a big way! We expected 2–3 golfers to advance, but FIVE Warriors punched their tickets to the next round! Way to go!
👏 Congratulations to Boden Grimm, Wesley Dahl, Clayton Knutson, Darin Ware, and Ryder Radasa on advancing to the District Tournament!
💙 A special shoutout to seniors Jacob Baird and Deuce Anderson, who played their final match in a Rochester uniform. Thank you for your dedication to the program!
👏 Bentley Alfonso, Lucas Barberg, and Gavin Moore also gave it their all and showed us how bright the future of Rochester Golf is!
Beyond the results, we're proud of how this team came together, supported one another, and lifted each other up through an emotional day. That's what being a Warrior is all about!
📅 Next up: The District Tournament begins Wednesday, October 14, with the top 30 advancing to the second day on October 15. Let's keep it rolling, Warriors!
🧡 Every Child Matters 🧡
Earlier this week, Rochester High School came together in orange to recognize Every Child Matters and honor the importance of every child, every story, and every community.
Thank you to ALL of our Warriors across the district for showing the support and helping keep this message visible. 🧡
#EveryChildMatters #OrangeShirtDay #Warriors
Earlier this week, Rochester High School came together in orange to recognize Every Child Matters and honor the importance of every child, every story, and every community.
Thank you to ALL of our Warriors across the district for showing the support and helping keep this message visible. 🧡
#EveryChildMatters #OrangeShirtDay #Warriors
🏈 HOMECOMING FOOTBALL IS TONIGHT! 🏈
It’s Homecoming at Rochester High School, and we’re ready to celebrate with our Warriors! 💙💛
Join us tonight at 7:00 PM as Rochester takes on the Hoquiam Grizzlies!
👑 Homecoming Court recognized at halftime
💙💛 Grab some Warrior swag at the Booster Shack
🏈 Vintage football jerseys for just $5!
🍿 Concession stands will be open and ready to serve
Come out, bring the family, wear your Warrior gear, and help us fill the stands! Let’s go, Warriors! 🏈💙💛
Once a Warrior, Always a Warrior!
#RochesterWarriors #Homecoming #FridayNightLights
It’s Homecoming at Rochester High School, and we’re ready to celebrate with our Warriors! 💙💛
Join us tonight at 7:00 PM as Rochester takes on the Hoquiam Grizzlies!
👑 Homecoming Court recognized at halftime
💙💛 Grab some Warrior swag at the Booster Shack
🏈 Vintage football jerseys for just $5!
🍿 Concession stands will be open and ready to serve
Come out, bring the family, wear your Warrior gear, and help us fill the stands! Let’s go, Warriors! 🏈💙💛
Once a Warrior, Always a Warrior!
#RochesterWarriors #Homecoming #FridayNightLights
Happy National Custodian Appreciation Day!
Today we’re giving a BIG thank you to our custodians! This year, they’ve been going above and beyond to keep our schools clean, safe, and welcoming even as our custodial teams have been stretched thin.
We see the long days and all the things you do behind the scenes to keep our schools running. Your work matters every single day, and we are grateful for the care you bring to our students and staff.
Thank you for showing up, pitching in, and taking such good care of our schools. We appreciate you! 💙
#CustodianAppreciationDay #ThankYouCustodians
Today we’re giving a BIG thank you to our custodians! This year, they’ve been going above and beyond to keep our schools clean, safe, and welcoming even as our custodial teams have been stretched thin.
We see the long days and all the things you do behind the scenes to keep our schools running. Your work matters every single day, and we are grateful for the care you bring to our students and staff.
Thank you for showing up, pitching in, and taking such good care of our schools. We appreciate you! 💙
#CustodianAppreciationDay #ThankYouCustodians
School Board Vacancy – Director District 5
The Rochester School District is seeking a qualified community member to fill a vacancy on the Rochester School Board representing Director District 5.
Are you a U.S. citizen, a qualified voter, and a resident of Director District 5? If so, you may be eligible to apply.
Interested candidates will be asked to provide:
• A brief biographical sketch
• A statement explaining your interest in serving on the School Board
Not sure whether you live in Director District 5? View the district map here: https://www.co.thurston.wa.us/apps/auditor-election-maps/school-districts/auditor_school_district_map_rochester.pdf
Application Deadline: Wednesday, October 14
Candidates will be interviewed during the October 28 School Board Business Meeting, and the interviews will take place in open public session.
The School Board will appoint a candidate to fill the vacancy following the interview process.
Interested in serving your community and helping support Rochester students and schools? Learn more about the vacancy and application process here: https://www.rochester.wednet.edu/page/school-board-director-vacancy.
A New Adventure for Heather Harris
After serving our community as a member of the Rochester School Board, Heather Harris will be leaving the area to begin a new adventure. With that move, she is no longer able to continue representing Director District 5.
Heather shared that this decision was not made lightly. Her time serving the Rochester School District and community has been deeply rewarding, and she is truly grateful for the opportunity to be part of the Rochester family.
We are incredibly grateful for Heather’s time, service, and commitment to our students, staff, and community. Please join us in wishing Heather and her family all the very best in this next chapter!
Once a Warrior, Always a Warrior.
After serving our community as a member of the Rochester School Board, Heather Harris will be leaving the area to begin a new adventure. With that move, she is no longer able to continue representing Director District 5.
Heather shared that this decision was not made lightly. Her time serving the Rochester School District and community has been deeply rewarding, and she is truly grateful for the opportunity to be part of the Rochester family.
We are incredibly grateful for Heather’s time, service, and commitment to our students, staff, and community. Please join us in wishing Heather and her family all the very best in this next chapter!
Once a Warrior, Always a Warrior.
🚨 WE NEED YOU, WARRIORS! 🚨
Our custodial crew is working hard to keep our schools clean, safe, and ready for our students every day, but right now, we could really use some extra hands!
Do you like staying busy? Do you take pride in a job well done? Do you want to help your local schools? Do you want to be part of the Warrior team? We are looking for custodial substitutes to help fill in when our regular custodians are out. Even if you can only help occasionally, YOU can make a difference!
And let's be honest… our floors, tables, and trash cans aren't going to take care of themselves.
👉 Apply to become a Rochester School District custodial substitute and help us keep our schools running strong! https://www.rochester.wednet.edu/page/job-openings
💙💛What a special night for Rochester!💙💛
On Saturday evening, family, friends, former teammates, coaches, and community members came together to celebrate and honor some of Rochester’s most deserving Athletics Hall of Fame inductees. Please join us in congratulating our newest inductees:
🏆 Jack Erwin
🏆 Lowell Deguise
🏆 Kevin Wilson
🏆 Aaron Wagner
🏆 Davina Serdahl (Bergman)
🏆 Lucas Eastman
🏆 Joni Guerrero (Lancaster)
The evening was filled with laughter, tears, memories, and stories, but most importantly, it captured the true meaning of being a Warrior and the lasting impact these individuals have had on our Rochester community. Congratulations to our 2026 Athletics Hall of Fame inductees! We are proud to celebrate you and the legacy you have created in our community.
Once a Warrior, Always a Warrior.
On Saturday evening, family, friends, former teammates, coaches, and community members came together to celebrate and honor some of Rochester’s most deserving Athletics Hall of Fame inductees. Please join us in congratulating our newest inductees:
🏆 Jack Erwin
🏆 Lowell Deguise
🏆 Kevin Wilson
🏆 Aaron Wagner
🏆 Davina Serdahl (Bergman)
🏆 Lucas Eastman
🏆 Joni Guerrero (Lancaster)
The evening was filled with laughter, tears, memories, and stories, but most importantly, it captured the true meaning of being a Warrior and the lasting impact these individuals have had on our Rochester community. Congratulations to our 2026 Athletics Hall of Fame inductees! We are proud to celebrate you and the legacy you have created in our community.
Once a Warrior, Always a Warrior.
Wednesday, September 30th, we invite our Rochester students, staff, and families to wear orange to recognize Orange Shirt Day.
Orange Shirt Day grew from the story of Phyllis Webstad, whose new orange shirt was taken from her when she entered a residential school as a child. Today, the day honors Indigenous children who were taken from their families and communities and recognizes the lasting impact of residential and boarding schools.
The message of Orange Shirt Day is simple and important: Every Child Matters.
In Rochester, this connects closely to our promise that every student will be known, valued, and supported—and know that they belong. 🧡
#OrangeShirtDay #EveryChildMatters #YouBelongHere
Friday, September 25 is Native American Day.
We are fortunate to have a community that includes students and families from many different tribal backgrounds. We also recognize the Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation, our closest tribal community, and the history and connection they have to this area.
On Native American Day, we honor the many tribes and Native communities represented in our schools and beyond. It’s a good day to learn more about Native history, cultures, traditions, and the contributions of Native people in our communities.
#NativeAmericanDay
We are fortunate to have a community that includes students and families from many different tribal backgrounds. We also recognize the Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation, our closest tribal community, and the history and connection they have to this area.
On Native American Day, we honor the many tribes and Native communities represented in our schools and beyond. It’s a good day to learn more about Native history, cultures, traditions, and the contributions of Native people in our communities.
#NativeAmericanDay
🎉 BACK TO SCHOOL BASH! 🎉
It’s time to celebrate the start of another great school year, and we’re kicking things off with a fun-filled evening for our Rochester community! 💙💛
Join us this Friday from 5–7 PM at Grand Mound Elementary for our Back to School Bash! Come enjoy: 🎪 Local vendors from our own community, 🎮 games & prizes, ⛳️ putt-putt golf, 🎨 face painting, 🍔 FREE FOOD…and plenty of opportunities to connect with friends, families, and our Warrior community!
Bring the whole family and come celebrate with us! We’d love to see you there! 💙💛 And the fun doesn’t have to end at 7! 🏈 After the Back to School Bash, head over to RHS for Friday Night Football as the Warriors take on Rainier High School at 7 PM.
Start your evening with us at GMES for the Back to School Bash, then end your night cheering on the Warriors under the lights!
#BackToSchoolBash #WarriorPride #GoWarriors
⛳️ JAMMED PACKED WEEK OF GOLF! ⛳️
Our Warrior golfers have a busy few days ahead — and judging by the back of these vans, they’re bringing just about everything they need! 😂🏌️♂️
📅 Today: Hoquiam
📅 Tuesday: Montesano
📅 Wednesday: HOME at Riverside Golf Course vs. Tenino
Three days. Three matches. A whole lot of golf clubs, bags, and gear packed into two vans! 😂
Good luck to our Warrior Golf Team as they take on a busy week of competition! ⛳️💙💛
Looking for schedules and game information for all RHS sports? Check out the RHS athletics schedule here:
https://www.arbiterlive.com/Teams?entityId=19462
Our Warrior golfers have a busy few days ahead — and judging by the back of these vans, they’re bringing just about everything they need! 😂🏌️♂️
📅 Today: Hoquiam
📅 Tuesday: Montesano
📅 Wednesday: HOME at Riverside Golf Course vs. Tenino
Three days. Three matches. A whole lot of golf clubs, bags, and gear packed into two vans! 😂
Good luck to our Warrior Golf Team as they take on a busy week of competition! ⛳️💙💛
Looking for schedules and game information for all RHS sports? Check out the RHS athletics schedule here:
https://www.arbiterlive.com/Teams?entityId=19462
💙💛 What a FIRST WEEK, Warriors! 💙💛
The 2026–27 school year is officially underway, and our Warriors are off to a GREAT start! From welcoming families at Howdy Family Night, getting our 6th graders ready for middle school during Jumpstart, and kicking things off with our RSD All-Staff Breakfast, there has been so much happening across the district!
📚 Classrooms are buzzing
🎒 Students are settling into new routines
🤝 Staff are building connections and relationships
🏫 Schools are full of energy
💙 And that Warrior spirit is already shining bright!
Every event, classroom, conversation, and connection is part of what makes our district special. It all comes back to our promise: We promise to know, value, and support every student.
And if the first week is any indication, we’re off to an incredible start! Here’s to a fantastic year ahead, Rochester! 💙💛
Once a Warrior, Always a Warrior!
The 2026–27 school year is officially underway, and our Warriors are off to a GREAT start! From welcoming families at Howdy Family Night, getting our 6th graders ready for middle school during Jumpstart, and kicking things off with our RSD All-Staff Breakfast, there has been so much happening across the district!
📚 Classrooms are buzzing
🎒 Students are settling into new routines
🤝 Staff are building connections and relationships
🏫 Schools are full of energy
💙 And that Warrior spirit is already shining bright!
Every event, classroom, conversation, and connection is part of what makes our district special. It all comes back to our promise: We promise to know, value, and support every student.
And if the first week is any indication, we’re off to an incredible start! Here’s to a fantastic year ahead, Rochester! 💙💛
Once a Warrior, Always a Warrior!
The Class of 2030 is kicking off their high school journey TODAY!
Our freshmen are officially in the building for their first day at Rochester High School, and we’re excited to see all the energy and excitement that comes with a new school year! Let’s make it a great one, Warriors!
Reminder: All remaining RHS grades will join our freshmen for their first day tomorrow, September 3.
Meanwhile, our K–8 students and families are taking part in Success Conferences today and tomorrow. We’re officially getting this school year underway!
Our teachers are back in the buildings and getting ready for an amazing 2026–27 school year!
Our staff have been busy attending trainings, preparing their classrooms, and getting ready to welcome students back to school. They’re also preparing for Success Conferences so they can start the year strong and build meaningful connections with our students and families.
If you have a student in grades K–8 and haven’t scheduled your Success Conference yet, please log into Qmlativ and get that taken care of.
We’re getting closer, Warriors! We can’t wait to see our students!
Our staff have been busy attending trainings, preparing their classrooms, and getting ready to welcome students back to school. They’re also preparing for Success Conferences so they can start the year strong and build meaningful connections with our students and families.
If you have a student in grades K–8 and haven’t scheduled your Success Conference yet, please log into Qmlativ and get that taken care of.
We’re getting closer, Warriors! We can’t wait to see our students!
2026–27 Bus Routes Are Posted!
Bus routes for the upcoming school year are now available on our website! Families can check their route information here: https://www.rochester.wednet.edu/o/rsd/page/bus-routes
Questions about bus routes? Please contact First Student at 360-273-0292 or 360-273-5055.
Bus routes for the upcoming school year are now available on our website! Families can check their route information here: https://www.rochester.wednet.edu/o/rsd/page/bus-routes
Questions about bus routes? Please contact First Student at 360-273-0292 or 360-273-5055.
Well…That’s One Powerful Squirrel.
We owe everyone a big thank you for your patience and understanding last Thursday and Friday as our district experienced an unexpected internet and phone outage.
The culprit? A squirrel. 🐿️
Apparently, one tiny critter decided to take on a rather ambitious construction project near the corner of the District Office and managed to chew through approximately 750 feet of wiring. Yes…750 feet.
Who knew something that could fit in the palm of your hand could create such a HUGE headache for our staff and families? Thankfully, everything has been fully restored and we’re happy to report that the district is now fully up and running!
Thanks again for your patience while we got things back online. We appreciate our staff, students, and families for rolling with the unexpected adventure!
Lesson learned: Never underestimate a squirrel.
We owe everyone a big thank you for your patience and understanding last Thursday and Friday as our district experienced an unexpected internet and phone outage.
The culprit? A squirrel. 🐿️
Apparently, one tiny critter decided to take on a rather ambitious construction project near the corner of the District Office and managed to chew through approximately 750 feet of wiring. Yes…750 feet.
Who knew something that could fit in the palm of your hand could create such a HUGE headache for our staff and families? Thankfully, everything has been fully restored and we’re happy to report that the district is now fully up and running!
Thanks again for your patience while we got things back online. We appreciate our staff, students, and families for rolling with the unexpected adventure!
Lesson learned: Never underestimate a squirrel.
