Happy New Year, Warriors! We are so proud of everything our Warriors achieved last year, and we’re even more excited for what’s to come. Enjoy the final days of break—we’ll see you soon!
Reminder - School resumes on Monday, January 5.
15 days ago, Rochester School District
Welcome to Our New School Board Members! Please join us in welcoming our two newly elected Rochester School District Board members: Heather Harris – District 5 and Francisco Villanueva – District 1.
Both Heather and Francisco are vested in our community, and we are excited to have their leadership and commitment on our school board. We look forward to the valuable perspectives and dedication they will bring as we continue working together to support our students, staff, and families.
Welcome to the team!
about 1 month ago, Rochester School District
Winter Break is almost here...Winter Break begins Friday, December 19 and continues through January 2. School will resume on Monday, January 5.
about 1 month ago, GMES
Tonight is the FINAL Performance! You won’t want to miss it! After a fantastic weekend of performances, RHS Drama is wrapping up their latest production This Murder Was Staged TONIGHT, December 15 at 7:00 PM. This fast-paced murder mystery turned comedy had audiences laughing all night on Saturday. When the body of a demanding director is discovered on stage during opening night, everyone becomes a suspect—and the chaos that follows is pure fun! Ticket Prices: $12 Adults, $10 Students, RSD Staff, ASB, Seniors, First Responders & Military, $8 Children (10 & under). Bring your friends, bring your family, and be ready to laugh—this is one wild ride you don’t want to miss!
about 1 month ago, Rochester School District
Winter Break is Almost Here! A reminder to our Rochester families that Winter Break begins Friday, December 19 and continues through January 2. School will resume on Monday, January 5. Please note that Thursday, December 18 is a half day for all students. The District Office will be closed to the public throughout the break. Parents and guardians can find early release schedules here:
https://www.rochester.wednet.edu/page/school-hours-and-phone-numbers. We hope all of our Warrior families enjoy a safe, restful, and joyful winter break!
about 1 month ago, Rochester School District
Holiday Halftime Performance Registration Now Open! RHS Basketball Cheerleaders are inviting students in Kinder–5th grade to join the Holiday Halftime Performance on December 16. Practice will take place at GMES on December 15 from 3:45–5:15 PM. The cost is $40 and includes the clinic, performance, t-shirt, and antlers. For questions, please contact
dbaird@rochester.wednet.edu or
tvillanueva@rochester.wednet.edu.
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about 1 month ago, Rochester School District
Rochester School District Gives Back! We are proud of our Rochester students for collecting over 900 pounds of food for our community! Thanks to the hard work and generosity from our schools, a total of 938 pounds of food was donated to support the ROOF Food Bank.
ROOF shared that this donation made a tremendous impact during their busiest time of year. In November alone, they distributed 20,000+ pounds of food to 480 households, supporting 1,247 individuals. They also provided Thanksgiving meals to 241 families in need.
A HUGE thank you to our students, families, and staff for helping support our community.
about 1 month ago, Rochester School District
Thank You, Board President Thomas Trott!
We want to express our sincere appreciation to Thomas Trott for his dedicated service on the School Board for the past four years, including his crucial role as this year's School Board President!
Thomas brought a spirit of collaboration and deep community understanding to his work. His dedication to our students goes hand-in-hand with his vital role serving the community through West Thurston Fire.
We are immensely grateful for his four years of service, thoughtful leadership, and his commitment to building strong connections between our schools and the community. We wish him the best in his future endeavors!
about 1 month ago, Rochester School District
A Legacy of Service: Recognizing Michael Langer
Please join us in expressing our deepest gratitude to School Board Director Michael Langer for his 12 years of dedicated service (2013–2025).
Director Langer’s commitment to our district has been foundational. He leaves a lasting legacy built on thoughtful leadership, steady collaboration, and a commitment to inclusion for all students.
He was instrumental in shaping our strategic direction, expanding mental health supports, and ensuring every student has access to academic and extracurricular opportunities.
Thank you, Director Langer, for being a caring and approachable advocate and for your tireless commitment to building strong schools and a strong community. We appreciate you!
about 1 month ago, Rochester School District
Thank you, West Thurston Fire for stepping up for our kids! Yesterday, they donated a supply of warm coats for teens in our community. These coats will be distributed directly to students who need them, ensuring they can stay warm and focused during these cold months.
We are grateful for partners like West Thurston Fire who look out for our Rochester students and families.
about 1 month ago, Rochester School District
This month, our schools have been recognizing and celebrating National Native American Heritage month. This is an important time dedicated to celebrating the rich cultures, traditions, and histories of Native peoples, and to acknowledge the significant contributions of Native Americans to our nation and communities.
about 2 months ago, Rochester School District
As the holiday season begins, our school district wants to extend the deepest gratitude to our students, dedicated staff, supportive families, and engaged community members. You are the reason our schools thrive. We wish everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving. We are truly thankful for you all.
about 2 months ago, Rochester School District
GMES Warriors are Soaring! We are excited celebrate the hard work of our 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders in their Math Fluency Flight program! At the end of last month, 145 students were invited to take part in a well-deserved, celebratory recess! Why? Because they earned the prestigious "All 4 Dragons" for five or more weeks! That is some serious dedication to mastering math facts! Way to go, Warriors! Keep those math skills sharp! #RPSWarriors #MathFluency #StudentAchievement #SoaringToSuccess
2 months ago, Rochester School District
Veterans Day: A Day to Remember and Thank
We pause today to recognize the profound courage and commitment of all those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. To the veterans, active military members, and military families of the Rochester School District and beyond—thank you for your service!
As a reminder, all RSD schools and district offices are closed today.
We encourage everyone to take a moment to honor a veteran today.
2 months ago, Rochester School District
Join us at Booster and Bytes with the Principal, Tonight, November 4th @ 5:30pm meeting starts at 6pm.
Also a Reminder 3rd grade Veterans Day Performance at 2:15 pm on Thursday, November 6th.
2 months ago, GMES
Let us come together to celebrate Veterans Day! Our schools will be holding special assemblies to honor our veterans on the following dates and times: RPS: Monday, 11/10 at 9:05 AM, GMES: Thursday, 11/6 at 2:15 PM, RMS: Thursday, 11/6 at 12:55 PM, RHS: Monday, 11/10 at 9:45 AM. (If you plan on attending, please be prepared to check-in and show ID.) All Schools and the District Office will be CLOSED Tuesday, November 11th, in observance of Veterans Day.
2 months ago, Rochester School District
We are wrapping up the week with happy students and lots of smiles! We hope these good vibes carry you through the weekend. Wishing all of our Rochester Families and Community a safe and dry night. Have a wonderful weekend! Go Warriors!
3 months ago, Rochester School District
No School Reminder! No school on Friday, November 7 for a staff learning day. All schools will be closed, but the District Office will remain open to the public. School will resume on Monday, November 10, followed by no school on Tuesday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day. Thank you for planning ahead, Warriors!
3 months ago, Rochester School District
Happy Principals Month! We want to take a moment to spotlight the leadership team at GMES. We are so fortunate to have Principal Dan Aragon and Dean of Students Madison Newman guiding our Warriors. Ms. Newman is a dedicated veteran, now in her second year as a Warrior, and Mr. Aragon has quickly made GMES his new home this school year. Together, they form a great team that is making a huge positive impact in our building every day. Thank you, Mr. Aragon and Ms. Newman, for your dedication to our students, staff, and community!
3 months ago, Rochester School District
Get Ready for Conference Week: Half-Day Schedule Next Week!
Conference Week is happening Monday, October 13, through Friday, October 17. This means all students will follow a half-day schedule for the entire week.
Here are the dismissal times for each school:
RPS & GMES: 12:15 PM
RMS: 11:10 AM
RHS: 11:25 AM
Lunch will be served each day before dismissal. Our academic calendar is available on our website at: https://rochestersdwa.sites.thrillshare.com/o/rsd/page/academic-student-calendar
#RSDWAKids #ConferenceWeek
3 months ago, Rochester School District
