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March
Leadership Academy Open to Elementary School Parents; Information Offered on Effective Parenting Series
“Panfest” Features Steel Drum Music from Marshall High School, Atigua, West Indies
Elementary School Fair Offers One-Stop Opportunity for Parents, Children To Get To Know Rochester Schools
Workshop on Autism Offered Free to Parents
FIRST Robotics Regionals To Be Broadcast on Channel 4

Superintendent Brizard To Welcome Coat Delivery at School No. 5

February
Board of Education’s Black History Month celebration will recognize academic and artistic achievement
Workshop on Autism Offered Free to Parents
Franklin School of Finance Mourns Loss of 11th Grade Student
Arrangements Set for Le Ngo
In Memoriam: Le Ngo
City School District, City of Rochester, VOA Partner on Coat Drive for Students
January
Rochester City School District Appoints Director of Security Operations;
Rochester City School District Investigates Allegations of Derogatory Language
Rochester Adds Seven To Its List of Nationally Certified Teachers; Credential Recognizes Nation’s Top Educators
School No. 12 Hosts Arts Festival, Open House
Statement from Rochester Superintendent of Schools Jean-Claude Brizard Regarding Bishop’s Announcement
Staples Donates Additional Supplies for Children’s Zone Schools
Superintendent To Attend Reception at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church
Counselors on Hand to Help Franklin Students Following Death of Classmate
Nominate an ‘American Star of Teaching’ by March 31
Free Workshops for Parents Address Fathers’ Involvement, New York State Math Exam, Transitioning to High School, Bullying Prevention
Statement from Superintendent Brizard on Governor’s Proposed Budget
December
Fun Activities Will Introduce Serious Topic of Bullying Prevention in Elementary Schools
City School District BENTE Employees Sponsor Holiday Party for CURE Childhood Cancer
Printing House Craftsmen To Donate Funds To School of Imaging & Information Technology at Edison
Pollution Reduction, Student Artwork Are Combined in Environmental Project in Rochester City School District
University of Rochester Offers Rochester City School District Students $100,000 Tuition Benefit
Learning Exhibition Tonight at World of Inquiry School Includes Student Displays, Service Projects
Rochester Second Graders Receive Calendars with Literacy Theme through “Give Back, Give Books” Campaign
Elementary Schools Hold Winter Concerts, Receive Book Donations This Week
Community Leaders To Tour Imaging & Information Technology School at Edison
Rochester High School Students’ Winter Clothing Drive Benefits Families in Need
BRIGHTON’S ST. JOHN’S MEADOWS BRIGHTENS CHILDREN’S HOLIDAYS WITH TEDDY BEARS
 
November
Public Meetings Will Address Environmental Issues and the Edison Campus
Alternative Middle School Seeks Volunteers
Theodore Roosevelt School No. 43 Celebrates Its Namesake through Learning Activities
Superintendent Candidate Comments
October
University of Rochester Helps Propel Local High School Students to College
Information About MRSA for Families in Our School District
Información Acerca del MRSA para las Familias en Nuestro Distrito Escolar
Superintendent Candidate Forums to be held at East High School Oct. 29-Nov. 1
School of Medicine Students to Help Monroe Seniors
SOTA kicks off Performance and Visual Arts Season with 'A Company of Wayward Saints'
Limited Space available for 3 year olds in RCSD PreK
Public Invited to 'Step Inside Rochester City Schools'
City Partners with Library, Corporation For National & Community Service to Support City's Literacy Initiative In Branch Libraries
September
Rochester City School District Announces New Principals
Rochester City School District Joins National Effort To Encourage Fathers’ Involvement Beginning with First Day of School
FREE FAMILY HANDS-ON SCIENCE EXPLORATION EVENT WITH 60 SECOND SCIENCE'S MISS TERESA
Testing of Soil from Edison Practice Field Shows No Health Hazard
Public Hearing on Charter Schools Scheduled
August
Communitywide Violence Prevention Event is August 17-19
School of the Arts To Unveil New Sculpture Donated by the Estate of Arts Patron Sylvia Davis
City Schools Removed from New York State List
Rochester City School Students Will Have RTS Bus Transportation for the Start of School
City Students Complete Pre-College Programs Through University of Rochester’s Rochester Scholars Programs
July
Statement on Transportation for Rochester Students
"Fight With Love," A Musical Theatre Revue to Benefit the Charity Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS
June
Monroe H.S. Penny Drive Nets $1,000 for Local Charities
Rochester Schools Increase Passing Rates on State Math Exam
NRCS Student Named Winner of “Exceeding Expectations”
May
Rochester Remains Steady in ELA Exam Performance; Improvement Continues at Grade 8
Good News from RCSD
Four Win Sokol Literary Awards
School of the Arts Presents How To Eat Like a Child
Saturday Event Offers Workshops for Parents Focusing on Education in Rochester City Schools
2007 MESH
School No. 17 To Celebrate Cinco de Mayo
Transfer of Flags Ceremony, City School District's Oldest Tradition, To Be Held May 20
April
Art Exhibit Honors School No. 25’s First Through Third Grade Reading Program
Board of Education Taps William Cala for Interim Superintendent
“Doors to a Brighter Future” Award Winners
School of the Arts Presents Fiddler on the Roof
Rochester Stands By Its Graduation Data; Rates Are Too Low, But State Data Are Not Reflective of Local Figures
FACTS ABOUT THE ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Rochester Children’s Zone To Accept Book Donation from Brownie Troop
URBAN TEACHER LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
March
Statement from the Rochester City School District
School No. 1 Students Will Visit Today with Eva Schloss, A Relative of Anne Frank
Rochester City School District Does NOT Teach Ebonics in Schools
Franklin Montessori School To Hold Information Meeting for Interested Families
Rochester City School District Schedules Make-Up Days
Six Rochester High Schools To Participate in FIRST Robotics Competition; Event Will Be Shown Locally on Cable Channel 4
School No. 17 Holds Family Literacy Night
February
RCSD Staff/Alumni Basketball Tournament Is Saturday
Free Workshops Will Help Parents Support Their Children’s Learning
January
Rochester City School Ensembles To Perform at William Warfield Scholarship Fund Concert
Rochester Continues Hiring of “Highly Qualified” Teachers
Rochester City School District Makes Academic Progress in Student Performance; Two Schools Removed from List of “Needs Improvement”
Resources for Parents Is Topic of Workshop Presented by RCSD Parent Partnership Council
School of the Arts Singers To Present Classics from the Past in Love Notes Revue
Edison, School of the Arts To Compete in Martin Luther King Basketball Match-Up
Rochester City School District Acts on Recommendations for Nine Individuals Following Review of Employment Concerns
School Sentry Arrested, Suspended Without Pay
Superintendent’s Budget Priorities To Be Presented at Next Meeting of District Advisory Council to Title I
School No. 42 To Receive Donation of 5,000 Books From Seniors at Fairport High School
December
Wilson High School Music Groups To Perform Winter Concert
Workshop Will Help School Parent Organizations Recruit Members, Work Effectively
Learning Exhibition at World of Inquiry School Includes Student Displays, Service Projects
City School Bus Drivers To Get Holiday ‘Thank-You’ Treat From American Dairy Association
City School District Sponsors Presentation on Culturally Responsive Curriculum
School Store Involving Edison, RIT Business Students Holds Grand Opening
Superintendent Issues Response to Independent Panel’s Review of Employee Concerns
City School District Report Cards for High School Students To Be Mailed Next Week
Community Supports Holiday Happenings in Rochester Elementary Schools
Association for Women in Communications - Rochester Chapter  To Present Signed Books to Second Graders at School No. 57
Charlotte Students To Get Taste of College Life During Overnight Visit To NYC Area
Parents Can Learn About NY State Testing, Be Eligible for Giveaways at Next Meeting of District Advisory Council to Title I
Academy Will Support Fathers Interested in Leadership Roles in School, Community
November
School No. 39 Hosts Visit by Children’s Author Vivian Vande Velde
Jefferson High School To Host “Stop the Violence” Community Forum
School of the Arts to Present Seussical the Musical
Give Back Give Books Reaches Goal of 10,000 Books
October
Congratulations to Marshall Jurists: Section V AA Football Champions!
Free Physical Exams Offered to Rochester Students in Preparation for Winter Sports Season
Rochester High School Students To Meet with Actress Rosie Perez, Screen Her New Film at RIT
“Celebrity Readers” To Visit Rochester’s School No. 25
Rochester Sees Increase in 8th Grade English Language Arts Scores
“Celebrity Readers” To Visit Rochester’s School No. 25
State Releases Baseline Data on 2006 Math Assessments for Grades 3-8
Leadership Academy, Parent Workshops Offered Free to Rochester City School District Parents
September
Nazareth College Partners with RCSD on New Scholars Program
Speaker Allan Johnson To Present Program for Parents on School/Family Connections
Rochester Scholars Student Spotlight: RCSD Students attend University of Rochester over Summer Vacation
Charlotte & Jefferson High Schools Plan for Improvement
Superintendent Rivera Appoints New Chief Officer for School Development & Academics
Rochester Schools Superintendent Rivera To Participate in Panel on Urban Schools at National Education Seminar for Reporters
New Programs for 2006-2007 School Year
August
Parent Information Centers Offer Extended Hours for Student Registration
Rochester Scholars Student Spotlight: RCSD Students attend University of Rochester over Summer Vacation
New Principals Named To Rochester City Schools
School of the Arts Fundraiser Features Internationally Known Musicians Performing the Songs of Harold Arlen
Alumni Sought for Centennial Celebration of Wilson/West High School
Charlotte & Jefferson High Schools Plan for Improvement
July
Rochester Students Hone Computer Skills Through Partnership with Dell
June
State Names Rochester City Schools “Rapidly Improving,” “Higher Performing”
Rochester’s “Green Schools” Hold Celebration of Energy-Saving Initiatives; Half of Energy Dollars Saved Is Returned to Schools
East High School Student Work Will Be Part of Dryden Theatre “Urban Youth Film Festival”
World of Inquiry School To Hold Exhibition Night, Alumni Group Meeting
Tournament Will Showcase Top Local Basketball Talent
School No. 33 First Graders Hold Dual-Language Concert
Edison “Poetry Café” To Host Student Readings
May
RCSD Parent Partnership Council To Host Senator Robach
Elementary Students To Compete in Citywide Track Meet, Continuing a Tradition of Over 30 Years
Eastman Program Provides “Pathways” to Music for Rochester Students
School No. 12 Students To Present Writing, Artwork at Conclusion of Literacy Project
Wilson Magnet High School Co-Sponsors “Town Meeting” on Community Violence, Youth Issues
School No. 19 Principal Anne Brown Scott Receives Sojourner Truth Award
Americans STAND UP for Excellent High Schools
City School District To Host Community Health Fair
Wilson Rises to 24th on Newsweek List of Top High Schools
April
East High School Students Create Magnificent Glass and Tile Mosaic Mural
Parent Conference Will Focus on Helping Students Learn; Mayor Duffy To Be Keynote Speaker
Florence S. Brown Pre-K Celebrates 40th Anniversary
Rochester City School District’s David Silver To Be Honored by Association of Teaching Artists
Tim Mains Wins National Award For Lead Paint Poisoning Prevention
March
Congratulations to The Freddie Thomas Titans: 2006 Section V Class C Champions

Congratulations to The Wilson Wildcats: 2006 Section V Class A Champions

Dawn Wells, “Gilligan’s Island” Star, Acting Coach, To Meet with Drama Students at School of the Arts
School No. 29 Students Participate in Awareness Project With Coalition to Prevent Lead Poisoning
Wilson High School To Honor Alumni in “Evening of Gratitude”
School #30 to Lead Worlds Largest Concert
February
RCSD Parent Partnership Council To Learn About Budget Process
Wilson High School To Hold Financial Aid Info Night
School No. 9 Students Continue Partnership with Japanese School Through Video- conference
Free Physical Exams Offered to Rochester Students as Needed for Sports Participation, Work Permits
Wilson High School Fathers’ Group Sponsors Family Fun Night
January
City School District Seeks Providers for  Universal Prekindergarten Program
Jefferson, Freddie Thomas Basketball Teams To Share Dinner Before Competing on the Court
School of the Arts Presents “Our Town”
Rochester Students Continue Improving on Fifth-Grade Social Studies Exam; Eighty Percent Pass 2005 Test
Computer Classes Offered through RCSD’s Adult Education Program
School 29 to Hold Pep Rally for ELA
Wilson to Hold Pep Rally for ELA Exams
December
World of Inquiry School Hosts Exhibition of Learning
City Elementary Students To Tour Eastman House as Part of Program Linking Arts, Literacy
Rochester’s Manuel Rivera Chosen New York State School Superintendent of the Year by Statewide Superintendents Group
Wilson High School To Hold Winter Concert Tomorrow
City School District BENTE Employees Sponsor Holiday Party for CURE Childhood Cancer
School Advocacy Group To Host Meeting With Superintendent, Union Leaders
November
Rochester City School District Athletic Director Named New York State Director of the Year
Schools Schedule Events in Honor of Veterans’ Day
School of the Arts Presents “Cinderella”
Monroe High School Alumni Launch Fundraiser to Refurbish Library
School No. 41 To Celebrate Student Achievement, Parent Involvement
Parent Partnership Council To Meet
06-07 High School Selection Applications
Bioscience Students at Franklin Explore Careers in Health Care Through Partnership with Ithaca College
October
School of the Arts Presents “Little Shop of Horrors,” “Cinderella”
Winners of Hispanic Heritage Month Essay Contest Were Awarded
East High School To Hold Barbecue Luncheon to Benefit Students Impacted by Hurricane Katrina
Charlotte Science Students Seek Items for Garage Sale
Expo Will Help Students Make Informed Choices About High School for Next Year
RCSD Board to commemorate Hispanic Heritage Month
Public forums Oct. 17 & 26 on proposed district-wide parent advisory board
Parents Invited to Provide Input on No Child Left Behind at Town Meeting
City Students Participate in Orienteering Meet at Cobbs Hill
Rochester Conference for Single Mothers Will Focus on Time Management, Finances, Supporting Children’s Learning
Superintendent Rivera Receives Leadership Award at Congressional Black Caucus Legislative Conference
September
Statement Incorrectly Attributed to Superintendent Rivera Regarding Blue Ribbon Task Force Recommendation
Free City Pre-K Programs Have Openings for Four-Year-Olds
School No. 52 To Hold Grand Opening of New Playground; Community Effort Restored Funds Stolen in 2003
Wilson IB Grads Are First To Attend University of Rochester on Full Scholarships
Wilson To Hold Induction Ceremony for Incoming IB Diploma Students
School No. 52 To Hold Grand Opening of New Playground; Community Effort Restored Funds Stolen in 2003
Four Rochester Elementary Schools Removed from State List
Board Member Assisting in Hurricane Relief Efforts
Blue Ribbon Panel Presents Report to Superintendent Rivera
August
City Students To Graduate from Summer Computer Tech Program, Will Take Home Dell Computers They Rebuilt
Carnival Will Celebrate Conclusion of Summer Instructional Program
City Parents Encouraged To Register Children Early for School
Free City Pre-K Programs Have Openings for September
July
School of the Arts Educator Honored by National Theatre Industry for Commitment to Arts Education
June
Rochester Elementary Schools Receive Technology Grants from Beaumont Foundation
Wilson’s “Million Dollar Class” of 2005 Exceeds Principal’s Scholarship Challenge
Butterfly Launch Will Be Part of Second-Grade “Moving Up” Ceremony at School No. 57
Marshall Students To Graduate from Emergency-Response Training
“Crayon Project” To Deliver Coloring Books, Crayons To Rochester Children on Friday
NY State Education Commissioner Names Four Rochester Schools “Higher Performing”
World of Inquiry Exhibition Night Focuses on Nature; Student Projects Will Benefit Seneca Park Zoo, Highland Park, Tsunami Relief
School No. 16 To Unveil Mural Honoring Community Partnerships
Adult Students receive GEDs
Vocal Groups Perform Benefit for RCSD Music Program
Madison Students Inducted into National Junior Honor Society
Charlotte Student Tutors Plan Beach Party for First-Grade Students from School No. 42
Freddie Thomas High School Student Wins Trip to Florida as “Exceeding Expectations” Award Winner
School 37 to Hold Final Spring Concert
East High School To Sell Pavers for Demario Moore Memorial Garden
Rochester’s “Green Schools” Hold Celebration of Energy-Saving Initiatives; Half of Energy Dollars Saved Is Returned to Schools
May
Rochester Shows Greatest Improvement on Grade 4 ELA Exam Among NYS Districts; Three Schools Among State's List of Most Improved.
Superintendent Proposes Expansion of Wilson Magnet Program
RCSD Supports United Way With Increased Giving
Rochester's Wilson Magnet Rises in Ranks of Newsweek's Top 100 Schools
Interview with Edison Trak Stars Featured on Students First Show
Academy Will Support Fathers Interested in Leadership Roles in Schools ,Community
Kindergarten Registration Period Extended at RCSD Parent Centers
Firefighter Trainee Program at East high School to Hold Information Night
Elementary Schools To Hold Math and Science Events in Preparation for State Exams
District Realizes Savings Through Energy-Efficient Program; Educational Component Involves Students
Non-traditional Careers for Girls to be Showcased for City School Students
April
EPA Recognizes RCSD
District Voices: Get Beyond False Stereotypes
Marshall Students Get College 101
Nixon Peabody Nutures Diversity
March
Japanese Teachers Visit Rochester School This Week
"Young Women of Distinction" Scholarships
Comptrollers Audit Affirms District Budget
School 20 Receives Pathfinder Award
February
Social Studies Director Named Supervisor of the Year
East High School Boys Step Team to Perform During Half Time of RCSD Staff Basketball Game
Rochester Students Win National Frederick Douglass Oratorical Contest
School Closing Recommendations, NCLB To Be Topics at Meeting
School 41 Kindergartners Will Don Pajamas for Community Reading Event
Student Recording Artist Featured on "Students First"
Public Hearing on School Choice Policy Is Wednesday
Superintendent to Present Recommendations on School Facilities
January
East High School Culinary Students Sponsor Dinner to Raise Funds for Tsunami Relief
Schools Raise Funds for Tsunami Relief
School of the Arts Presents Musical Salute to The Temptations
More Students Pass Fifth-Grade Social Studies Exam
Rochester School on State List Shows First Year of Improvement
Parents Urged to Monitor Local News for Potential Weather Related Closings
Harlem Children's Zone to Serve as Model for Rochester's Surround-Care Project
December
Bioscience High School at Franklin Hosts Health Careers Day
High School Choice Deadline for Students is Friday
City’s High School Expo Is Saturday;  Students, Parents Invited To Learn More About Schools Before Making Choices for Next Year
Training Session Will Help Sunday School Teachers Direct Parents To Academic Support for Their Children Through No Child Left Behind
Rochester Elementary Students Will Join RPO for Holiday “OrKIDStra” Concert
School 14 Pairs Academic Goals with Bingo for Family Night
City School District Offers Free Workshops for Parents Each Month
November
Open Houses Continue in Rochester High Schools
Expo Will Help Students Make Informed Choices About High School for Next Year
Incident in School 30 Neighborhood Delays Dismissal of Students Who Walk
Parent Conference Will Focus on Supporting Students with Special Education Needs Beyond the Classroom
School No. 41 To Hold Awards Assembly
October
“Students First” T.V. Show Offers Video Training for Interested Students
School No. 1 Students To Participate in “Worldwide Day of Play”
School 44 Students To Receive “Busload” of School Supplies
More Rochester Students Are Passing Math Exams in Grades 4 and 8; Rochester Surpasses Syracuse, Buffalo in Grade 4 Passing Rate

School No. 16 Hosts Parent Academy

U.S. Department of Education Honors Two Rochester Teachers With “Star Teaching Awards” for Making a Difference in Student Learning
Rochester Teacher Will Be Part of Civil War Reenactors at O’Rorke Bridge Dedication
September
“Back-to-School” Sessions Gear Up City Schools for New Year
Wilson/West High School Alumni Sought for Homecoming Celebration
Workshop Will Examine Resources for Parents To Support Children’s Learning
New Textbooks in Use for High School Social Studies
Rochester City Schools Improve Passing Rate on Grade 4 Science Exam by 16 Points
Fewer Rochester Schools Are on State List of Schools Needing Improvement; More Schools Making Progress
Statement from Superintendent of Schools Dr. Manuel J. Rivera on Legislature’s Approval of $20 Million Advance for Rochester City School District
School No. 29 To Hold Spaghetti Dinner/Parent Info Night
August
City School District Offers Free Workshops for Parents, Grandparents Focusing on School Involvement, No Child Left Behind Act
Rochester City School District To Receive More Than $1 million for Energy-Efficiency Measures
Applications for Free and Reduced-Price Meals Streamlined for City School Families
July

Edison Tech Student to Participate in International Track & Field Competition in Australia

Kindergarten Registration in the City Will Resume July 12; More Than 1,500 Children Have Already Registered
June
Rochester Teacher George Wolfe Returns Home as Member of the National Teaching Hall of Fame
School No. 33 Holds “Kiss the Pig” Celebration To Mark Academic Success
Field Day To Be Held at School No. 39
City School District To Contract with Private ServiceTo Provide Nurses for Summer School
Artwork by School No. 34 Students on Display
First Students Complete International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program at East High
City School Districts Parent Center Holds Celebration
James Madison Inducts First Students into Junior National Honor Society
Wilson High School’s “Weight Loss Challenge” Results in 709 Pounds Shed By Students and Staff.
May
Madison Students Recognized for Success in International Basketball Tournament in Rennes, France; Community Sponsors Made Trip Possible
Wilson High School Earns Financial Reward as a “Green School”
Transfer of Flags Ceremony, City School District's Oldest Tradition, To Be Held Sunday
Countywide Robotics Competition Held at Edison Tech
City Schools' Major Achievement Program Holds Awards Ceremony
Academic Fair To Feature Exemplary Work of Students at Bioscience & Health Careers High School at Franklin
Statement from Rochester Board of Education President Shirley Thompson
Workshop Will Help Parents, Students Understand the New SAT Test
School No. 39 To Hold Second Tree Dedication In Memory of a Student
Edison Seniors To Present Youth Apprenticeship Projects at MCC
School of the Arts To Present "Snoopy! The Musical"
School District Records are Available to the Public
Dr. Freddie Thomas Students Take on Clean-Up Project at Public Market as Day of Caring Activity
Birds Eye Foods Sponsors Wilson Students, Staff and Parents in "Run for the Young" Charity Run
April
Students To Participate in Sixth Annual Rochester Storytelling Festival
Marshall Students Participate in Steel Band Concert
Superintendent Rivera’s Recommended Budget Presentation Featured on City School District’s “Students First” T.V. Show
School of the Arts Presents “Ragtime”
School No. 44 Students To Present “This Old Gingerbread House”
Community Organizations Donate Food, Dictionaries To Rochester City School Students
Background on Superintendent’s Recommendation To Close Schools
Rochester School Staff To Attend National Teleconference on School Bullying Prevention
School 28 to host Arts Festival
March
Rochester’s School No. 17 To Lead “World’s Largest Concert” In International Celebration of Music in Our School
“Rochester Scholars” Program Gives Pre-College Experience to Middle School and High School Students
Rochester Education Foundation Accepting Additional Contributions To School Nurse Fund
Fifth Graders Meeting Social Studies Standards
February
Rochester City School District Athletic Director Wins Statewide Award of Distinction
Rochester City School District Names Edward Lemon, Jr. To Head Division of Surround Care & Community Partnerships
Rochester High School Students Show Significant Gains on Math A Exam in 2004
Rochester School Music Teacher Don Sherman Wins National Music Award From “Mr. Holland” Foundation
Sixteen Rochester Elementary Schools Named “Most Improved” By State Education Department
School 33 impresses Commissioner Mills
School No. 30 Event Brings Fathers Into School for Day of Reading
 
 
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