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Yahoo
28-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Incoming RCSD Superintendent 'ecstatic' about community support
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC)- The incoming school superintendent for the Rochester City School District, Dr. Eric Rosser says he's 'ecstatic' about partnering with the community on ensuring students succeed. He says the turnout at the Community Conversations hosted by the district has shown him how vested community organizations and individuals are about ensuring children in Rochester have what they need. Rosser answered a host of questions from students, teachers, parents, and community members at Dr. Freddie Thomas Middle School on Tuesday evening from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Participants expressed enthusiasm about the work Dr. Rosser did as superintendent in Poughkeepsie, but pointed out that many superintendents of urban school districts leave after 3 to 5 years. Rosser pointed to his 6 years in Poughkeepsie and encouraged folks to do their homework about his track record as an educator in Buffalo, Atlanta, and other cities. 'Revamp & reimagination': Incoming RCSD superintendent hears concerns from parents When asked what he would need to stay 5 to 10 years in Rochester, he pointed to community support. 'While the super does have super in his name, we are not superheroes. It's important we come together to support what we believe our vision for the children in our community to be.' Rosser said. He answered a host of other questions related to academic achievement, funding cuts, continuous changes and revisions in the district, professional development for teachers, and creating a safe environment for students. Rosser listened to concerns and community expectations. He took notes and pledged to serve as chief ambassador and advocate for the district. The third Community Conversation will be held Saturday, June 14 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at Jefferson Campus. Rosser officially begins as RCSD Superintendent July 1. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
RCSD students showcase art in district art show
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Rochester City School District students participated in a district art show on Tuesday. The showcase featured between 20 and 40 pieces selected by teachers throughout each school. While the art has been on display at the district's Central Office since March 21, Tuesday opened the area as a showcase for students and the community to come together and observe what was created during visual arts classes during the school year. Save Our Sodus brings science to the bay with hands-on learning aboard donated boat District officials described the event as one that 'reflects the diversity and creativity of RCSD students by showcasing a broad array of artistic styles, cultural influences, and personal expressions.' The show featured individual and collaborative projects that display student talent in the arts through contemporary techniques. RCSD will continue to display student talent on Wednesday with a reception performance by the RCSD ROC Band, who recently performed at the Lilac Festival. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
RCSD parents raise recommendations on district's budget in new review
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – The Children's Agenda has released its yearly review focused on the Rochester City School District's budget. Organizers with the agency explained their findings Wednesday, including the most pressing issues according to approximately 70 RCSD parents surveyed. Three primary recommendations were featured on topics such as funding mental health clinics at all city schools, maintaining funding for the RocRestorative Team, and a consistent monitoring of school bussing to avoid any delays in transportation. Angela Colon-Rentas is an RCSD alumni and now, a mother to a kindergartener in the district. Colon-Rentas shared some of the struggles she faced emotionally during her time as a student, including time at the Monroe County Juvenile Detention Center for missing days of school. 'I want my daughter to be treated as a human and not as a number. That's a change I see now. If I were to compare and contrast on things I'd love to see happen now, it would be peer advocacy. Having peers with lived experiences that have the systems – in a school – assisting our youth,' she said. Mental health remains at the forefront, according to the survey. 80 percent of Rochester families have identified challenges with transportation to access mental health services, which is part of the reason why advocates are asking for satellite counseling services in all city schools and not some. 'There's still a need. There's still school districts where kids can't get access, and even if they have clinics, sometimes those aren't staffed to the level to meet the needs of those buildings. We've seen tragedies play out over the last few years when kids don't have access to mental health supports and because of the high rates of suicidal ideation and self-harm in the community, you need that pressure release. You need someone when you're in a crisis,' said Eamonn Scanlon, director of community impact for The Children's Agenda and lead author on the review. In addition to these recommendations, the review also included alternatives to suspension policies. According to The Children's Agenda, RCSD currently has one of the highest suspension rates in New York State at 15 percent last school year. The hope from advocates is that these concerns will be maintained by the changing leadership in the RCSD. 'For advocacy, it's about the urgency and being in front of the people who lead and make choices when it comes down to mental health. Especially since my daughter is in the RCSD as a kindergartener. I would not want her to go through the same things I went through. I hope to see in the future that these programs are implemented and are growing, that they're sustainable and actually effective,' said Colon-Rentas. The Rochester City Council will vote on RCSD's budget June 17, following a variety of RCSD budget hearings over the next few months. A link to the full report from The Children's Agenda can be found here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
06-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Nazareth University's Interfaith Summit welcomed first woman to lead Vatican City
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC)— Nazareth University hosted its Interfaith Centennial Summit on Sunday. The event featured three women scholars, including the first to lead Vatican City. Sister Raffaella Petrini, Ph.D, was named the new head of Vatican City by Pope Francis in March. According to the University, Petrini met Nazareth students two years ago when they visited the Vatican in Rome. During their visit, she promised she would come to the Rochester campus. Some students who were a part of that trip reunited with her at the event. The event is Petrini's only public lecture of the year. RCSD hosts annual engagement forum The Summit also featured Rabbi Sharon Cohen Ainsfield, president of Hebrew College in Massachusetts, and Najeeba Syeed, J.D., a human rights lawyer and executive director of Interfaith at Augsburg University. The scholars presented perspectives from their Jewish, Christian, and Muslim backgrounds on peacebuilding in times of crisis, extending compassion, and fostering leadership of care. The Interfaith Centennial Summit was held at Nazareth University's Shults Center Forum from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
05-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
RCSD hosts annual engagement forum
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – The Rochester City School District held its annual Family and Community Engagement Forum where families were able to take part in engaging workshops, enjoy interactive activities, community vendors, and explore the resources the RCSD has to offer. The forum was held at Loretta Johnson Middle School in Rochester on Genesee Street. Those who attended got the opportunity to meet Dr. Eric Jay Rosser, RCSD's incoming Superintendent, who will begin his role in July 2025. For students ages 12-17, a Teen Summit hosted by the Student Leadership Congress 'will provide a safe space to share, learn, and lead.' The forum also gave attendees the opportunity to review new ELA curricula for the 2025 2026 school year, meet vendors, and register for informational sessions on April 8 and April 10. RCSD staff was there to also show what mental health resources and strategies for well-being the school district offers. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
