'Tweaks' to Rochester School Start Times Under Consideration
The Rochester School District implemented major changes to school start times last fall.
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The COVID Pandemic Arrived in Rochester On This Day 5 Years Ago
The statewide COVID shutdown started just 5 days later.
Rochester Schools Act on Parent Concern - Book Removed for Nudity
Superintendent Kent Pekel stressed that his decision was not because the book focuses on the experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people.
Federal Discrimination Complaint Filed Against Rochester Schools
The complaint stems from grant money disbursed to RPS through the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board.
How Many Rochester-Area Students are Meeting State Standards?
The report card is a data base for all public schools across the state.
Whooping Cough Cases Reported at Rochester Schools
Mayo Clinic says a case of whooping cough typically starts with mild symptoms that are similar to the common cold.
Rochester School Board Approves Raise for Superintendent
Negotiations for the contract extension began in July and the elected leaders approved the new deal Tuesday night.
Rochester School Board to Vote on New Superintendent Contract
It calls for boosting Superintendent Pekel's annual salary to $262,00 over the next 3 years.
Rochester School District Enrollment Drops For 3rd Straight Year
The school district's enrollment has fallen by more than 800 students since 2018.
2024 Election - Rochester Area Results
The 2024 election results are finally in.