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!
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!
🚌 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.
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.
Our 11 new teachers and one new counselor kicked off their first day in the district with Mr. Black, getting ready for an exciting year ahead.
They even enjoyed lunch at Gate School House, the original one-room schoolhouse (1910–1942) that once served grades 1–8.
We’re thrilled to have this amazing group joining the Rochester team. Help us give them a warm welcome!
They even enjoyed lunch at Gate School House, the original one-room schoolhouse (1910–1942) that once served grades 1–8.
We’re thrilled to have this amazing group joining the Rochester team. Help us give them a warm welcome!
It’s almost go time! Check out our Back-to-School Newsletter for all the must-know info to start the year strong! https://rochestersdwa.edurooms.com/engage/rsd/newsletters/back-to-school-newsletter
We're Hiring! Join the Rochester School District Team! Are you passionate about supporting students and making a difference in your community? We’re currently hiring for several positions, with an immediate need for Educational Assistants (EAs) in Special Education. Our EAs play a vital role in helping students grow, learn, and succeed every day. If you're patient, caring, and ready to be a positive influence, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today: https://rochestersdwa.sites.thrillshare.com/o/rsd/page/job-openings and help us spread the word!
A big thank you to the Thurston County Sheriff's Community Service Unit (CSU) for their generous donation of 100 backpacks filled with school supplies for our students! It was a pleasure meeting Sgt. Dave Odegaard, Capt. Cyndi, and Lt. Diane during the delivery earlier today. We’re so grateful for their continued support and kindness toward our schools and families. Thank you for being amazing partners in student success!
Recent Rochester High School graduate Alondra Uribe and her family visited Eastern Washington University for a new student orientation last week taking an exciting step toward her college journey!
Thanks to support from our GEAR UP program, the Uribe family was able to cover travel, meals, and lodging, making this meaningful trip possible. Alondra shared, “I’m now at the orientation. The campus is so beautiful.”
We’re proud of Alondra and thrilled to see her embracing this next chapter with her family by her side. This is a great example of how the GEAR UP program will help make college more accessible for Rochester students and families.
Thanks to support from our GEAR UP program, the Uribe family was able to cover travel, meals, and lodging, making this meaningful trip possible. Alondra shared, “I’m now at the orientation. The campus is so beautiful.”
We’re proud of Alondra and thrilled to see her embracing this next chapter with her family by her side. This is a great example of how the GEAR UP program will help make college more accessible for Rochester students and families.
This August there will be two vaccine clinics where required and recommended school immunizations will be provided free of charge: Weds, Aug 13 @ Thurston County Resources Hub – 929 Lakeridge Dr. SW, Olympia, WA 98502 from 11:00AM – 4:00PM and Thurs, Aug 21 @ ROOF-10140 US-12 SW, Rochester, WA 98579 from 10:00AM – 3:00PM. These clinics are a great opportunity to make sure your child is up to date on their vaccinations before the new school year begins.
School Supply Lists Are Now Available!
Getting ready for the 2025-2026 school year? Each school's supply list is posted on their homepage — just look for the quick link in the top right corner of the screen. You can also find all supply lists under the Parent/Student Resources section on our district website - 25-26 School Supply Lists | Rochester School District.
Calling All Rochester Alumni! July 19 -- The annual Rochester Alumni Reunion is happening!! You’re invited to be part of a full day of connection, celebration, and community pride!
- Start your morning with the Blueberry Pancake Breakfast at the Gate City School House. 8-11 am
- Reminisce and reconnect at the Alumni Potluck & History session at Rochester Middle School. 10-2 pm
- Tour the Old Grand Mound School and revisit where it all began 2-4 pm
- Wrap up the day with the Big Rock Potluck BBQ complete with classic cars, games, and good company back at the Gate City School House. 5-9 pm
All classes and staff are welcome. Bring your stories, your appetite, and your Rochester pride. Let's make a day of it!
- Start your morning with the Blueberry Pancake Breakfast at the Gate City School House. 8-11 am
- Reminisce and reconnect at the Alumni Potluck & History session at Rochester Middle School. 10-2 pm
- Tour the Old Grand Mound School and revisit where it all began 2-4 pm
- Wrap up the day with the Big Rock Potluck BBQ complete with classic cars, games, and good company back at the Gate City School House. 5-9 pm
All classes and staff are welcome. Bring your stories, your appetite, and your Rochester pride. Let's make a day of it!
