Rochester City School District

Rochester is filled with talented people who know our neighborhoods, understand our families, and care deeply about our children. We see that as an asset. Building a workforce that draws from and reflects the community we serve strengthens our schools and creates meaningful opportunities for Rochester residents to contribute to student success.

The suggestion that inviting members of the Rochester community to apply for positions somehow raises questions about the safety of children is deeply troubling. RCSD follows established hiring, screening, and background check requirements for all employees. Recruiting from our community does not mean lowering standards. It means recognizing the talent, experience, commitment, and potential that already exist throughout Rochester.

Our parents, caregivers, and other community members should not be viewed with suspicion simply because we are intentionally inviting them into our workforce. Rochester residents have long played an essential role in educating, mentoring, and caring for this city’s children. Our community is not a threat to our children. It is one of their greatest sources of strength.

For an urban school district, building a workforce that draws from, understands, and reflects the community it serves is not something that requires an apology or defense. It is something we should all be working toward.

Like school districts across New York State and the nation, RCSD continues to recruit qualified candidates for positions to address staffing shortages. Supporting and retaining our current employees while recruiting additional talent are not competing priorities. Both are essential to meeting the needs of students.

We deeply value the employees who serve RCSD students every day. Their experience and commitment are essential to our success. At the same time, responsible leadership requires us to continually build the workforce our students and schools need.

Our responsibility is to Rochester’s students and families, and we will not be distracted from our work of serving our children. We implore our community to join us in this work.

Don't miss out on your child's first day of school memories! 🍎

There is still time to enroll in FREE, full-day RCSD PreK for the upcoming school year.

If your child will be 3 or 4 years old by December 1, they are eligible to enroll now. We still have openings available, including at our two brand-new PreK Centers.

Visit RocPreK.org to learn more and register!

School is right around the corner, and we've got something for the whole family! 🎒☀️

Join us at the RCSD Back-to-School Jam on Saturday, August 22, for free lunch, activities, community resources, and backpack giveaways while supplies last.

The event is free, open to all RCSD families, and no registration is needed. See you there!

After weeks of rehearsals, 100 students from across the Rochester City School District are ready to perform The Addams Family as this summer's ROC City Players - RCSD

Good Day Rochester recently stopped by a rehearsal at Padilla High School to get a behind-the-scenes look at the show and meet some of our talented students.

Interested in catching the show? 👀 Join us at Padilla High School on August 6 or 7 at 10:00 a.m. or 7:00 p.m. This is a show you will not want to miss!

Watch the Good Day Rochester preview here: https://ow.ly/A4Ez50ZwbS3

Couldn't make it to our last hiring event? We have another opportunity for you!

Join us on Wednesday, August 5, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Arnett Branch Library to learn more about becoming a Substitute Teacher, Teaching Assistant, or Paraprofessional with the RCSD.

If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference, we would love to meet you.

The crossover you didn't know you needed. 🏈

The Buffalo Bills 🤝 State Championship winning James Monroe Campus Football Team!

The Buffalo Bills rolled out the red carpet for the Monroe Red Jackets on Saturday, welcoming the team as special guests at Training Camp at St. John Fisher University.

Players watched practice from the sidelines and met Bills stars including Josh Allen, Dion Dawkins, Dawson Knox, Damar Hamlin, and Head Coach Joe Brady.

The Bills also presented Head Coach Terrell Cunningham with a custom "State Champs" jersey, recognizing Monroe's historic undefeated season and becoming the first team in RCSD history to win a New York State football championship.

Congratulations again to the Monroe Red Jackets on a season that continues to be celebrated!

Superintendent Dr. Eric Jay Rosser is pleased to announce the appointment of Jenny Blase-Schmidt as Principal of Henry Hudson School No. 28

Superintendent Dr. Eric Jay Rosser is pleased to announce the appointment of Katelyn Cegla as Principal of Austin Steward Elementary School.

Superintendent Dr. Eric Jay Rosser is pleased to announce the appointment of Rodney Moore as Principal of Loretta Johnson Middle School - RCSD.

Superintendent Dr. Eric Jay Rosser is pleased to announce the appointment of Pina Buonomo as Acting Executive Director of College, Career, and Civic Readiness.