RCSD Bright Spots
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Edison Tech Students Build Mosaic Mural Honoring Former First Lady
Edison Career and Technology High School students are honoring influential women for a second year, this time with a mosaic tribute to former First Lady Michelle Obama.
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Two RCSD Schools to Host Fulbright Teachers from Several Different Countries
Rochester International Academy and School Without Walls will host visiting educators from multiple countries through the Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching Program for International Teachers.
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Crash Simulation at Padilla High School Promotes Safe Driving
Padilla High School hosted a powerful and emotional learning experience on the morning of May 20, 2025, as students participated in a crash reenactment designed to raise awareness about the dangers of impaired and distracted driving.
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RCSD Teachers Complete Internship in Career in Teaching Program
The Rochester City School District congratulates this year’s Career in Teaching (CIT) Program Interns of the Year.
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VAR Students Showcase Talent in Downtown Rochester Art Exhibit
Students from the Virtual Academy of Rochester (VAR) recently had the opportunity to turn their passion for photography into a professional experience.
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Artistic Talent on Display at Districtwide Student Showcase
The Rochester City School District’s Central Office was transformed into an art gallery last night as student artwork from across the District took center stage during the 2025 Student Art Showcase.
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Two Teachers from School No. 16 Receive Golden Apple Awards
The Rochester City School District proudly congratulates Stacy Franzese and Lisa Oliver, both first-grade teachers at Dr. David and Ruth Anderson Academy School No. 16, on receiving Golden Apple Awards from News 8.
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RCSD Earns Seventh Consecutive National Recognition for Music Education
The Rochester City School District (RCSD) has been honored with the 2025 Best Communities for Music Education designation from the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education.
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Two Rochester Schools Named as Recipients of the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries Grant
Two Rochester City School District schools are among 220 nationwide selected to receive $5,000 library grants from the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries.
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Eleven Outstanding Seniors Recognized During Michael C. O’Laughlin Recognition Dinner
The Rochester City School District congratulates 11 exceptional seniors honored during the 2025 Michael C. O’Laughlin Recognition Dinner, held Wednesday, May 7, at Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES in Spencerport.
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School No. 23 Students and Families Celebrate National Bike to School Day
Students and parents from Francis Parker School No. 23 took the classroom into the community on Wednesday morning to celebrate National Bike to School Day.
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RCSD Receives Statewide Recognition for Mental Health Innovation
The Rochester City School District is proud to be recognized during Mental Health Awareness Month for its innovative approach to student wellness and support.
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Voices of Leadership: RCSD Fellows at Statewide MBK Event
Eight outstanding young men from the Rochester City School District are in Albany, today, to represent the District at the 2025 New York State My Brother’s Keeper (MBK) Symposium.
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Do the Right Thing Awards Presented to Four RCSD Students
Four Rochester City School District students have been recognized with the “Do the Right Thing” Award for their outstanding acts of courage, kindness, generosity, leadership, and maturity.
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Edison Career and Technology High School Students Bring New Life to Community Garden
Students in the construction pathway at Edison Career and Technology High School are rolling up their sleeves and giving back in a big way.
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RCSD Announces Leadership Appointment
RCSD is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Akua D. Kankam as the new Principal of East Upper School.
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School of the Arts Science Teacher a Semi-Finalist in “America’s Favorite Teacher” Contest
Rob Arrendell, a longtime science teacher at School of the Arts, is receiving national attention as a semi-finalist in the America’s Favorite Teacher contest.
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World of Inquiry Basketball Stars Earn All-State Honors, Cap Historic Season
Two standout student-athletes from the World of Inquiry School No. 58 boys’ basketball team have been recognized among the best in New York State, earning all-state honors from the New York State Sportswriters Association.
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RCSD Music Teacher Selected for Global Learning Opportunity
The Rochester City School District is proud to recognize Zach Arenz, a music teacher at Flower City School No. 54, for being named a 2025 Grosvenor Teacher Fellow.
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RCSD Students Recognized as All-Greater Rochester 2024 – 2025 Winter Athletes
The Rochester City School District congratulates the student-athletes honored with 2024 – 2025 All-Greater Rochester winter team recognitions, as selected by the Democrat and Chronicle.
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