Can't make it to Rochester High School's graduation ceremony in person? Join us online!

The RHS Class of 2026 graduation ceremony will be livestreamed on Sunday, June 7, at 2:00 PM so family and friends near and far can celebrate this special milestone.

Tune in here: https://www.youtube.com/@RochesterSchoolDistrict

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🎓
3 months ago, Rochester School District
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📢 Reminder for Rochester School District Families:

Friday, June 5, is not an ACT Friday. Schools will follow their regular dismissal schedule:

🕑 RMS – 2:10 PM
🕝 RHS – 2:25 PM
🕞 RPS & GMES – 3:30 PM

#RSDWarriors #RochesterSchools
3 months ago, Rochester School District
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Today, our graduating seniors took part in the Parade of Grads! Seniors visited RPS, GMES, and RMS, walking the halls in their caps and gowns while younger students and staff cheered them on. It was a special opportunity for our graduates to reflect on how far they have come and for our younger students to see what is possible through hard work and perseverance.

Graduation is Sunday at 2:00 p.m. at Saint Martin's University. We are incredibly proud of our seniors and look forward to celebrating this important milestone with them and their families.

Congratulations, Class of 2026! Go Warriors!
3 months ago, Rochester School District
A line of people in blue caps and gowns walk on a path with trees and a building.
A young person in a blue graduation gown walks through a hallway, with children reaching out to greet them.
A group of students in blue graduation gowns and caps, smiling and posing for a picture.
Graduates in caps and gowns walk down a hallway. Younger children reach out to touch the graduates' hands.
Five girls in blue caps and gowns smile at the camera outside a building. They wear necklaces and leis.
A group of graduates walk through a school corridor, holding hands. Some wear caps and gowns, and one holds a hula hoop.
Two women, both in blue gowns and caps, stand smiling. One wears a sash, and the other a white shirt.
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Our Warriors Drones & Robotics team is headed back to Nationals in Atlanta, Georgia! The team will travel on May 31 to compete against some of the best teams in the country.

Please join us in wishing David McConnell, Zach Hubbard, Sam Gornushenko, and Haakan Kenney the very best of luck as they represent our district on the national stage once again. We are proud of all your hard work. Go Warriors!
3 months ago, Rochester School District
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Five Warriors are headed to Yakima to compete at the WIAA State Track & Field Championships, May 28–30!

Congratulations and best of luck to Dominic Delgado, Bruce Phillips, Le’shawn Hines, Brooklyn Alfonso, and Kenna Pratt as they represent Rochester on the state stage. We are proud of your hard work, dedication, and accomplishments this season.

Go Warriors!
3 months ago, Rochester School District
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Tonight, the RHS Choir and Band students provided their audience a wonderful evening of music!
3 months ago, Rochester School District
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🎭 Don’t miss the Rochester High School production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee! The show opens this weeknd!

Our talented students have been working hard to bring this fun, energetic, and hilarious musical to the stage. Come out and support our RHS performers, crew, and directors for an entertaining evening!

📅 Show Times:
• May 15 – 7:00 PM
• May 16 – 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
• May 18 – 7:00 PM

We hope to see you there!
3 months ago, Rochester School District
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Five individuals wearing costumes and bibs stand on bleachers, raising their hands and smiling. A blue curtain is in the background.
Three women sitting at a table. The table has a purple banner that reads "Judges" and "SPELLING BEE" on it.
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SUN Bucks Program Available for Families This Summer!

Washington families may qualify for SUN Bucks, a summer grocery benefits program that provides $120 per eligible school-age child to help purchase food while school is out for the summer.

Benefits are loaded onto an EBT card and can be used at grocery stores, farmers markets, and other locations that accept EBT benefits.

Many families who already receive SNAP, TANF, or free/reduced-price school meal benefits will automatically qualify. Other families may need to apply through the SUN Bucks website or complete a Child Nutrition Eligibility and Education Benefit application through their school district.

Families should also make sure their mailing address is up to date with DSHS or their child’s school to ensure benefits are delivered correctly.

Learn more at: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/sunbucks?utm_source=chatgpt.com
3 months ago, Rochester School District
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Rochester High School Drama invites you to 'The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.' A hilarious and heartwarming musical packed with quirky characters, unexpected twists, and plenty of spelling fun! Join us for this crowd-favorite production and cheer on the competitors as they battle it out one word at a time. Audience volunteers may even get the chance to participate in the bee!

📍 Rochester High School
📅 Showtimes: Fri, May 15 at 7:00 PM, Sat, May 16 at 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM, Mon, May 18 at 7:00 PM
🎟 Tickets: $12 Adults, $10 Students, ASB, Military/First Responders, Seniors, RHS Staff, & Children 10 and under

Come support our talented RHS Drama students and enjoy a night full of laughter, music, and spelling surprises!
4 months ago, Rochester School District
A flyer for the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Musical. It features bees, showtimes, and ticket prices.
RMS and RHS students had a great experience at the “Try a Trade” event at New Market Skill Center!! Students had the opportunity to explore different career pathways, ask questions, and learn directly from professionals working in the trades. Thank you to everyone who helped make this hands-on learning opportunity possible for our students!
4 months ago, Rochester School District
Two people in safety vests stand by a red excavator. One person is seated on it. A building is in the background.
Three workers in a cherry picker on a sunny day. Two are in hard hats, one wears a reflective vest.
Two people in construction gear, including hard hats, stand in front of a building. They hold a tool box and bags.
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People are at a construction site, working on a project. A woman in a jacket and hard hat stands next to a man in a green hoodie.
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Personal Bests at Montesano! Our Track & Field athletes had an outstanding meet in Montesano yesterday, setting numerous personal bests across multiple events. Their hard work, determination, and commitment are paying off!

Congratulations to all of our student-athletes who achieved new PRs! Keep up the great work, Warriors! 💙💛

4 months ago, Rochester School District
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Just a reminder that the deadline to turn your ballot is April 28. Ballots can be dropped off at the Grand Mound Center and Fire Station on Albany Rd. If you’d like to learn more about the Water System Capital Levy, please visit: https://www.rochester.wednet.edu/o/rsd/page/capital-levy.
4 months ago, Rochester School District
A poster encourages voting with text "Please Vote" and a blue box labeled "Vote." Deadline is April 28. Ballot drop-off sites are Albany Rd Fire Station and Grand Mound Center.
Hello Rochester Warriors, this is a friendly reminder to make sure to get your votes in. Vote by April 28th.

https://youtu.be/2XTjUPGin5g
4 months ago, RHS
Remember to Vote
Welcome back, Rochester students and staff! We hope you all had a great spring break and are feeling refreshed for the final stretch of the school year. (RMS/RHS Students — don’t forget to charge up your Chromebook so you’re ready to go!)

Let’s finish the year strong, Warriors! 💙
5 months ago, Rochester School District
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Hey Rochester Community! Just a quick reminder—we have two chances left to learn about the RSD Water System Capital Levy: Monday, April 13 at 6:30 PM and Wednesday, April 15 at 5:00 PM. Both sessions are in the RHS Library.

Come ask questions and get the details! For more info: https://www.rochester.wednet.edu/o/rsd/page/capital-levy
5 months ago, Rochester School District
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Our Rochester High School GEAR UP students recently visited the Lewis County Courthouse to learn about different career opportunities. They met with judges, county commissioners, and staff, and observed the opening statements of a trial. Students also had time to ask questions and left with a better understanding of careers in the legal field.
5 months ago, Rochester School District
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🌸 Spring Break Reminder 🌸

There will be no school April 6–10 for Spring Break. We hope all of our Rochester families enjoy a well-deserved break, get some rest, and spend quality time together!
5 months ago, Rochester School District
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Today, RHS seniors participated in a powerful Distracted Driving Mock Accident Simulation led by West Thurston Regional Fire Authority.

Fire Chief Nathan Drake, a proud RHS graduate, spoke with students about the real dangers of distracted driving and the lasting impact it can have on lives, families, and communities. He also highlighted the wide range of career opportunities available in public safety and emergency response.

Students then experienced a realistic, live simulation of a serious accident. They witnessed firefighters using the jaws of life to extract victims, EMS teams transporting patients by ambulance, and even a helicopter landing for an emergency airlift. Law enforcement demonstrated a sobriety test and arrest, reinforcing the very real consequences of impaired driving.

After the simulation, students had the opportunity to connect with first responders, ask questions, and learn more about both safety and career pathways.

This was more than a demonstration; it was a powerful reminder that a split second of distraction can change everything.

We are incredibly grateful to West Thurston Regional Fire Authority, Washington State Patrol, Thurston County Sheriff’s Office, and Airlift Northwest for providing this impactful learning experience for our students.

A huge shout-out to Andrea Reynoldson from West Thurston Regional Fire Authority who made this simulation a reality!!
5 months ago, Rochester School District
Emergency responders in yellow and white uniforms surround two damaged cars on a grassy field. Trees and a purple helicopter in the background.
People gather on a paved area, with a person on a platform at the front. Trees and a car are in the background.
Two people on a grassy field, one kneeling. A helicopter is landing. A car is parked, and trees surround the area.
A crowd of people are standing on the road. Some wear backpacks. A helicopter is parked on a grassy field with trees in the background.
A group of firefighters are tending to an injured person near a damaged blue car on grass.
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A group of uniformed people, including firefighters and police officers, are conversing on a grassy area, with trees in the background.
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Good morning!

Today Rochester High School is hosting a demonstration by our Thurston County Fire Department, in partnership with multiple agencies, to demonstrate the importance of driver safety.

Our students are excitedly participating and the agencies have a large number of response vehicles on campus to assist in the demonstration.

We would like to thank everyone participating for their support. Our students wellness and safety are our top priority and RHS is leveraging all resources available to us on their behalf.

Have a great day!
5 months ago, RHS
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Parents join us at Rochester Middle School on Tuesday, April 14th from 5-7. There you will learn how to identify and talk with your student about alcohol, vaping, and tobacco use. *Dinner and child care will be provided.
5 months ago, RHS
Hidden In Plain Sight