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Pride In Excellence
The Rochester Community School District is part of a treasured community that is rich in tradition, where partnerships between families, schools, and businesses are integral for student success. Our mission is to provide a quality education in a caring atmosphere so all students can attain the necessary skills and knowledge to become lifelong learners and contribute to a diverse, interdependent and changing world.
With thirteen elementary schools, four middle schools, three high schools, one alternative high school and one childcare center, more than 15,000 students residing in the greater Rochester area have the advantage of receiving a world-class education from Michigan’s premier school district. Programs and services include: pre-kindergarten classes for children, ages 3 and 4 years; comprehensive K-12 curriculum; adult education courses; special education for ages 0-26; award-winning art and music programs; before and after-school child care; and community enrichment programs.
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Congratulations to the following four student-artists for calling attention to the importance of financial empowerment.
Earning a state championship is the highest honor that a high-school athlete can achieve. Congratulations to the following Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) Division 1 state champions.
Congratulations to all the graduates from Rochester, Stoney Creek and Adams High Schools.
Class of 2022, RCS Pride in Excellence!
The RCS Board of Education unanimously passed a resolution at the Monday, May 9, meeting with a 5-0 vote to adopt the District Equity Statement.
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Online enrollment is open for all new students from transitional kindergarten through grade 12.
Jessica Gupta was appointed to the Board of Education March 23, 2022.
Rochester Community Schools is excited to welcome incoming kindergarten students for the 2022-23 school year.
The Transitional Kindergarten program serves as a bridge between preschool and kindergarten and is available to students who are five years old by Dec. 1 of the school year. Please visit the Transitional Kindergarten page on our website for more information.
RCS has again been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education designation from The NAMM Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education.
RCS is part of a treasured community that is looking to hire. Be a part of their team. Full- and part-time positions are available with competitive pay.
Rochester Community Schools offers learning opportunities for people of all ages, including adults who want to earn their GED or expand their English language skills. For further information call 248-726-5950.
Middle school students are combining science, technology, engineering and math at the Oakland Schools STEMi Mobile Innovation Station.
RCS high school robotics students hosted 36 middle school teams in the FIRST Tech Challenge robotics qualifier.
All three high-school bands unite
All three high-school bands, drumlines and color guards united for a wonderful evening of music and presentation!
Working hard on a professional development day
Educators are sharing professional development, discussing: noticing student strengths, building teamwork within classrooms, nurturing social-emotional wellness, illustrating a growth mindset, and collaborating with colleagues.
Girls dive deep into their STEM interests
RCS middle-school and high-school girls are taking a deep dive into their STEM interests through the STEM CADettes, a new group led by the Rochester Robotics Team - The FEDS 201! Participants learned how to drive a robot and understand basic First Robotics Competition game layouts.
Rochester Hills Fire Department visited Long Meadow's Transitional Kindergarten classes
Our transitional kindergarten friends enjoyed a visit from the Rochester Hills Fire Department. They listened to a story and learned about the important suit and tools they wear to keep them safe!
RCS social-emotional wellness task force share updates
Members of the RCS social-emotional wellness task force share updates with the community highlighting the district's social-emotional learning journey.
Chartwells information for daily meals, and the free and reduced meal application for 2021-22.
The RCS 2021-22 School Calendar is available.
RCS has earned the Meritorious Budget Award and the Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting for the fiscal year ended 2020.
The RCS Caring Steps Children's Center provides outstanding infant/toddler care and year-round preschool programs. Call 248-726-4800 for more information.
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Points of Pride
523 acres
Primarily within Rochester, Rochester Hills, and Oakland Twp.
1,500
Highly skilled, caring teachers and staff
15,000
Students from pre-K thru adult
96%
Graduation rate
95%
Students attend post-secondary schools
25
Advanced Placement courses
26
CTE courses in Business, Marketing, Engineering, and Computer Science
14%
High mean SAT score than national average
$183 million
Operating budget supporting quality student programs
11 reward schools
Ranked in the top 5% across the state
180
Course electives at the high school level
75
MHSAA varsity teams
90
Sub-varsity athletic teams
22
PTAs and PTSAs districtwide