RCSD Bright Spots
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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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Two RCSD Employees Announced as 2025 SAANYS Region 11 Award Winners
The Rochester City School District is proud to announce that two of its employees, Tom Keysa and Jaime Smith, have been selected as Essential Service Leaders and recipients of the 2025 SAANYS Region 11 George Vito Administrator of the Year Award.
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Ida B. Wells-Barnett Elementary School No. 34 Teacher Receives Golden Apple Award
The Rochester City School District proudly congratulates Jennifer Blanchard, a first-grade teacher at Ida B. Wells-Barnett Elementary School No. 34, on receiving the Golden Apple Award from News 8.
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RCSD Students Grow Through Art in Partnership with the Memorial Art Gallery
The Rochester City School District is proud to partner with the Memorial Art Gallery through the Expanded Learning Collaboration (ELC), a free and enriching program that has been sparking creativity since 2013.
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RCSD Students to Perform Side-by-Side with Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra
Students in the Rochester City School District are tuning up for a memorable performance alongside members of the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO).
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RCSD Student Art Showcase: A Celebration of Creativity and Diversity
The Rochester City School District's Central Office has been transformed into an art gallery featuring student creations throughout the District.
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RCSD Student-Athletes and Coaches Receive Top Honors from the Rochester City Athletic Conference
The Rochester City School District congratulates its student-athletes and coaches who have been recognized by the Rochester City Athletic Conference (RCAC) for their outstanding achievements this season.
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Family Honors Late Son’s Memory with Book Donation to Fourth-Grade Students
Fourth-grade students at Austin Steward Elementary School No. 46 received a special gift this morning, a collection of books donated in memory of Gian Ortiz.
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Hot Air Balloon Ignites Curiosity in Students at School No. 33
Students at John James Audubon School No. 33 recently had an unforgettable learning experience when a hot air balloon visited their gymnasium.
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Monroe High School’s College and Career Fair Helps Students Plan for Life After Graduation
Monroe High School's third annual College and Career Fair, held today, March 20, 2025, allowed students to explore job opportunities after high school.
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World of Inquiry Boys Basketball Team Makes Historic Run to State Final Four
The World of Inquiry School No. 58 boys basketball team has made history with its remarkable run to the state final four, and the entire Rochester City School District is celebrating this incredible achievement.
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Empowering Voices: Students Lead Dialogue on Race and Inclusion at ROC2Change
Students across Monroe County gathered to discuss race, resilience, and relationships at the ROC2Change Student Summit on Friday, March 14, at BOCES in Spencerport.
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RCSD Students Compete in 2025 Finger Lakes FIRST Regional Robotics Competition
Students from several Rochester City School District high schools are gearing up to showcase their skills in the 2025 Finger Lakes FIRST Regional Robotics Competition.
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RCSD Celebrates Outstanding Young Women Scholars During Women’s History Month
The Rochester City School District proudly celebrated ten remarkable young women at a special Women’s History Month event on March 12, 2025.
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RCSD Students Stand Tall, Speak Boldly in Project Soapbox Showcase
Rochester City School District students took a stand, literally and figuratively, at Central Office on Wednesday, March 12, using their voices to address critical issues in the second annual Districtwide Project Soapbox showcase.
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SOTA's Eli Dobbs Races to Personal Best at NYS Swimming Championships
With determination and speed, Eli Dobbs made waves at the New York State Swimming Championships this past weekend, representing the RCSD’s United Swim team on one of the biggest stages in high school swimming.
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World of Inquiry Griffins Make History with First-Ever Boys Basketball Sectional Title
The Rochester City School District is celebrating a monumental achievement for World of Inquiry School No. 58, as the Griffins boys basketball team clinched its first-ever sectional championship.
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