In Craftopia (Gr. 2-5), creativity knows no bounds! This four-day camp invites students to explore a wide variety of art materials and crafting techniques while creating projects they’ll be proud to take home. Join CE Youth Enrichment for a hands-on, imagination-filled experience. Register today at bit.ly/rochce-craftopia.

16 days ago, Rochester Community Education
young child holding crafted rocket ship
As part of their grand opening celebration in Rochester, Burlington has generously donated $5,000 to Elton Hills Elementary School through its partnership with the national nonprofit AdoptAClassroom.org. Our students and staff were thrilled to be there in person to help welcome them and receive this amazing gift. These funds will be used for essential school supplies, ensuring our students have exactly what they need to thrive this year. Thank you so much for supporting our classrooms and students!
18 days ago, Rochester Public Schools
Group in front of Burlington
Elton Hills receiving the check
We had a GREAT time at the 5th grade moving on ceremony. It was so special to have members of the Rochester Honkers baseball team and Superintendent Pekel.
21 days ago, Elton Hills Elementary School
Students in white t-shirt with Mr. Pekel and Rochester Honker players.
students in whit t-shirt with Mr. Pekel

Is your child ready for the independence of staying home alone? Whether it’s an hour after school or a few hours during the summer, this milestone can be a positive experience when kids are prepared.

Join CE Youth Enrichment at Hoover on June 15 for our Home Alone (Gr. 2 and Up) class. Students will build confidence and learn practical skills, including safe habits, house rules, after-school routines, handling phone calls and unexpected visitors, pet safety, personal safety, severe weather, fire safety, intruders, and basic first aid. Register today at bit.ly/rochce-home-alone.

24 days ago, Rochester Community Education

Join CE Youth Enrichment on June 9 at Hoover for Bicycle Spin Art! Students will create their own masterpieces by pouring their favorite paint colors and designs onto a spinning canvas while pedaling a bike. The results are as fun to make as they are to see! Register online today at bit.ly/rochce-pedaler.

28 days ago, Rochester Community Education
bike splashing paint on canvas

Summer CE Youth Enrichment camps are starting soon! Join us at Hoover from June 8–11 for Once Upon a Movie (Gr. K-2). In this course, we will explore magical and mythical adventures through movies, crafts, and fun activities. From enrolling in Monsters University to saving a family’s magic, there are stories for every kid to enjoy. You can register for this course and view our many upcoming summer offerings at bit.ly/rochce-movie.

about 1 month ago, Rochester Community Education
2 kids in superhero costumes

Summer School Age Child Care (SACC) Registration is almost here! Choose your own schedule that works for your family. Rates are $50 per child and registration opens at 6:00 a.m. sharp on Wednesday, April 15: https://rochester.ce.eleyo.com/child-care/3/school-age-child-care

2 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Summer SACC registration opens on April 15. at 6:00 a.m.

This is a reminder that there is no school on Monday, March 30, through Friday, April 3, for Spring Break.

3 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Reminder: No school March 30 - April 3
Elton Hills took 1st place in the Prodigy State Challenge! 🎉 In February, our students answered the most correct math problems in the entire state of Minnesota. What an incredible accomplishment!

Next up, we’ll be competing for the Prodigy National Cup this May.

Way to go, mathematicians! We are so proud of the hard work, perseverance, and problem-solving you showed. 👏📚🎮
3 months ago, Elton Hills Elementary School
Elton Hills wins Prodigy math state challenge competition

Rochester Public Schools is the heart of a community focused on lifelong learning. Whether you are three years old or eighty-three, we believe in investing in our community's future by providing exceptional opportunities for everyone to grow.

➡️ We help our youngest learners flourish through 177 Preschool Enrichment classes, 105 Early Childhood Family Education classes, and 26 RPS Preschool classrooms.

➡️ Our youth students stay engaged and inspired through 767 Youth Enrichment and 21st Century programs designed to help them find their spark.

➡️ Learning doesn't stop at graduation. We host 655 Adult Enrichment classes, 241 Adults With Exceptional Abilities classes, and 116 unique offerings at Hawthorne Education.

Learn more about our Community Education program at https://www.rochesterce.org.

4 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
2087 classes offered through community education
Our value of ensuring excellence through evidence means we use data and proven practices to help our students grow. To date, 90% of RPS 8th graders have used Xello to discover careers connected to their personal interests. By using these tools, we are investing in our community’s future and preparing the next generation of thinkers and doers. Discover more about how our students use the Xello tool at www.rochesterschools.org/xello.

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4 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
90% of 8th graders used Xello to discover career interests
At Rochester Public Schools, we want every student to be “Challenged to Strive and Supported to Thrive.” With more than 120 extracurricular options for our secondary students, we live out our Value of building belonging and connection. By offering a wide variety of activities, we ensure every student can find a place where they belong, helping them develop the social skills and confidence needed to pursue a fulfilling path. Learn more about our mission at www.rochesterschools.org/about.

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4 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
120+ extra curricular options
To help our students flourish, we focus on our value of supporting the whole student. This includes their physical well-being, which is why our nutrition team serves over 16,000 meals every single day. Meeting these basic needs is essential to our mission: to equip every student with the resilience to pursue a fulfilling path. Learn more about our Student Nutrition Services Department at https://www.rochesterschools.org/student-nutrition.

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4 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
5,313 breakfasts and 11,191 lunches served daily
We are proud of our vibrant school communities! Building belonging and connection is a key RPS Value. With 87 languages spoken by our students, we have much to celebrate. Embracing these perspectives creates an environment where every student feels at home and ready to learn. Learn more about our values at www.rochesterschools.org/about.

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4 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
87 languages spoken by 4188 students
Meet Sonya! She's here to pull back the curtain and help you lead the way in your students’ learning journey. Through our Caregiver and Parent Empowerment (CAPE) virtual courses, Sonya provides the roadmap you need to support your elementary student and master the "ins and outs" of our District.

Don't do it alone—join an online session in March and get the inside scoop! Save your spot here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1SriIzGC_CNlScaRNM0hOWHRlbTy-5s6Wf_a9NZVBbUU/viewform?edit_requested=true
4 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Sonya Chives, Family Engagement specialist leading a Caregiver and Parent Empowerment online session for elementary schools on her work computer while looking at the camera and smiling.

Over 300 Elton Hill Eagles bundled up to walk around their school neighborhood in the crisp winter air before dismissal. This march helped reinforce safe practices, such as crossing at intersections and walking slowly on ice and slush.

Winter Walk to School Day is conducted in partnership with the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) and is part of the Safe Routes to School program. Safe Routes to School supports students by equipping them with the knowledge to get to school by walking, biking, skateboarding, or just about any way that doesn't involve a motor vehicle. And yes, that means in the winter too!

4 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Frosty Footsteps Winter Walk Celebration, February 4; pic of kids and crossing guard crossing an intersection in the winter, Rochester Public Schools logo; Department of Transportation; Minnesota Safe Routes to School
Frosty Footsteps Winter Walk Celebration, February 4; pic of kids and crossing guard crossing an intersection in the winter, Rochester Public Schools logo; Department of Transportation; Minnesota Safe Routes to School
Picture of several kids walking in a snowy neighborhood waving at the camera; Rochester Public Schools logo; Department of Transportation; Minnesota Safe Routes to School
Wideshot of a winter scene and kids crossing a intersection crosswalk; Rochester Public Schools logo; Department of Transportation; Minnesota Safe Routes to School
A line of children trail the sidewalk; the kid in a black jacket at the front smiles; Rochester Public Schools logo; Department of Transportation; Minnesota Safe Routes to School
Kids march in a long line in a snowy neighborhood; Rochester Public Schools logo; Department of Transportation; Minnesota Safe Routes to School
Before we officially begin winter break, we want to take a moment to celebrate the amazing students we have at RPS! During their annual fundraising competitions, our high school students raised a combined $123,077.95 for local organizations! Thank you, students, for all your hard work and effort to invest back into our community.
6 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Mayo High School Give One For All 2025 fundraiser
John Marshall High School JM Gives 2025 fundraiser
Century High School Bear Creek at Century 2025 fundraiser
World Kindness Day at Elton Hills!
7 months ago, Elton Hills Elementary School
1st graders wearing red Be Kind t-shirts.
Kindergartner's wearing red Be Kind t-shirts.
The Elton Hills PTSA serves the students and staff at Elton Hills in many ways. From funding field trips and fun family activities to supporting our staff with classroom needs and much deserved meals, we strive to support all Eagles in every way possible. In order to continue this mission, we need your help!

Our Fall Fundraiser will run from October 1st-October 14th with our final event on October 15th during the school day!
For every $100 AN INDIVIDUAL STUDENT raises, they will be entered into a drawing for one of five $25 gift cards!
The TOP 2 TEAMS will earn extra recess and ice cream treats!

The WHOLE SCHOOL will earn the following rewards:

$1000 - music at recess
$2000 - school wide hat day
$5000 - Peregrine Falcon presentation
$8000 - school wide pajama day
$10,000 - teacher inflatable race at the Color Run!

At the end of our fundraising campaign, all Eagles will be able to celebrate our success by participating in a
Color Run on October 15 at 1:00 pm! Students will run a course while being showered with brightly colored powder!

See the attached files for pre-made images you can share to Instagram or Facebook.

Have fun! Encourage your student to participate in the fun events at school - all Eagles will participate in the whole school rewards regardless of how much they have individually raised.

Further details about the actual Color Run event on 10/15 will be sent in a separate message.

Let’s Go Eagles!

Get more information from the attached flyers!
9 months ago, Elton Hills Elementary School
EH PTSA COLOR RUN 8x11 (Instagram Post (45))
Get ready Elton Hills! Color Run flyer.
Picture Day is coming on Thursday, September 11! You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVT7TWKXJ. Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping! Your child can also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Picture Day. Orders after Picture Day must be placed online only on mylifetouch.com .
9 months ago, Elton Hills Elementary School