Board of Education / Update from the Board of Education

Families, Staff, and RCSD Community,

On behalf of the Board of Education, I want to address the recent developments regarding our leadership and reaffirm our commitment to collaboration during this transitional period.

While we are saddened to see Dr. Peluso leave, we understand and respect his decision. We wish him all the best in his future endeavors and express our gratitude for his dedicated service to our District.

As we navigate this transition, I assure you that the Board is fully committed to maintaining stability within the RCSD. We recognize the importance of continuity and are actively working to ensure a smooth transition process. To ensure minimal impact to students and families, Dr. Peluso will continue his work as our Superintendent until June 30, 2024. At that time, an interim superintendent will be appointed while the Board works with a search firm to identify a viable replacement.

I want to emphasize our shared focus on implementing the school reconfiguration plan and navigating the upcoming budget season. These are critical tasks that require our collective attention and effort. By working together, we can ensure that the best interests of our students, families, staff, and community are upheld. The actions we take today are our investments in tomorrow.

I want to express my sincere appreciation for our students and families of the Rochester City School District. Your insights are integral to the decision-making process, and we are committed to maintaining open lines of communication as we address the challenges and opportunities ahead. Together, we will continue to uphold our shared mission of providing a high-quality education for all.

On behalf of the entire Board, thank you for your continued partnership and support.

Sincerely,

Cynthia Elliott
President of the Board

The Rochester City School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, age, marital status, partnership status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, gender (sex), military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status or political affiliation, and additionally does not discriminate against students on the basis of weight, gender identity, gender expression, and religious practices or any other basis prohibited by New York State and/or federal non-discrimination laws in employment or its programs and activities. The District provides equal access to community and youth organizations. NYS CR Part #154 requires the District to provide communications to ELL families in the home language that they best understand. In order to request interpretation or translation services, employees may visit www.rcsdk12.org/translationservices. For emergencies or immediate communication needs, please use the Language Line at 1-866-874-3972. School secretaries in each school or program can provide the access code for this service.