can you feel it…. not just any pride… we’re talking about…

Can you feel it…

not just any pride…

we’re talking about…

Rochester Pride…

what’s Rochester Pride, you ask?

Well…

McClelland is proud that…

their students are respectful and have a superior vocabulary regarding character education. They have the tools and use them especially when out of the

building on trips, concerts, etc.


their students are creative and artistic, that the specialists work very hard to surround their

students with arts based education that supports their classroom learning and 4th/5th

grade had over 90% participation in band/chorus!


their students are leaders and that they have a great student leadership team that works hard to seek out problem areas in their school and

create/implement fabulous solutions that make their school better!


their school has an awesome whole school morning meeting each week that binds them

together as a community. This has been a great time management tool and time saver for them in regards to assemblies and also helps them to get unified communication to all. Parents are welcomed and encouraged to

attend!


their staff has an effective collaborative approach that is used in terms of decision making and the family atmosphere that is

conveyed by the caring that takes place and all the fun activities.


their school culture is very strong and due in large part to a very active and enthusiastic

PBIS team.


they were the recipient of a $1,200 grant from Lowes. This grant is being used to improve

the outside grounds of the school. Representatives from Lowes, staff, students and PTA members will be collaborating to

improve the outside look of the school to boost school culture.


they effectively implement and practice sound math fact fluency consistently throughout our

curriculum. This was evident when their school team won the Mathalon as well as their student, Kyle Levine, who won 1st place in the

Mathalon!


they offer “family” oriented activities such as Craft Night, October Fall Walk and Saturday

Fall Festival.


their school community is dedicated to the excellence of student achievement, both

academically and emotionally.

William Allen is proud that…

they started PBIS Universal Team and have completed many successful roll outs!


in May 2012 they held the 2nd Annual Geography Bee!


in March 2012 they held the 3rd Annual Writing Celebration!


in May 2012 they held the 1st Annual School Pride Day!


they were featured in ASCD Smart Brief for implementing iPads into the learning

environment!


they reached their all time highest scores to date for reading proficiency on NWEA !


their 2011 – 2012 third graders are published authors.


they rolled out (and continue to) Math Fact Fluency!


this year they are focusing on the PBIS Target Team.


they were the 101st school visited on Kevin Scarupa Day!

East Rochester is proud that…

they have an active PTA with supportive parents.


they have teachers dedicated to ensuring success for all students.


they have teachers who understand that learning doesn’t end when you get your degree.


they have staff who are interested not only on the learning inside the building but the

presentation of the grounds.


they have Citizens of the Month recognizing outstanding student performance.


they have students who engage in extracurricular activities both in sports and civic activities in

the community.


they have caring adults who understand that a student can’t learn unless basic needs are met

and go about filling those needs.


they recycle their food products and reduce how much trash they create.


they have a generous staff and students who join together to support people and agencies in

need through the donation of time, products and money.

School Street School is proud that…

they made AYP for 2 consecutive years in Reading and Math and are no longer a SINI – one of a few in the state who got off “the list”!


they find ways to support their families through personal connections, social work, by knowing

all of their students, friendly environment, breaking down barriers from past negative experiences, afterschool monthly clubs on

Thursdays: Game Club, Lego Club, Cooking Club, Art Club etc.


they hold monthly assemblies: Whole School Assemblies – recognizing academic &

personal accomplishments of students and staff.


they have Caroline, who is the “best cook”!


they use Title I staff supports to improve learning outcomes!


they have 8 raised vegetable and flower garden beds planted and maintained by the Garden

Club.


they partnered with UNH for the Storm Water Drain Project – rain gardens.


they made AYP for 2 consecutive years in Reading and Math and are no longer a SINI – one of a few in the state who got off “the list”!


they have a dedicated staff who make it all possible!

Chamberlain is proud that…

they had strong attendance during their summer tutoring program.


they have numerous activities and clubs before and after school for students.


they recognize students for their many accomplishments: attendance, academics,

citizenship etc.


their team collaborates!


they are rooted in PBIS!


they have teachers who work hard to help students succeed.


they had strong attendance during their summer tutoring program.


they reached their all time highest scores to date for reading proficiency on NWEA !


they have solid tier instruction.


they have a culture where learning is at the core.

RMS is proud that…

in May 2012 – 80% of grade 8 students were reading at or above grade level according to

the NWEA.


the summer PLATO program for grade 8 students was a huge success!


a large number of RMS staff participated in professional development over the summer

including Competency Camp.


all summer programs ran smoothly.


the RMS multi-grade teachers have planned a Pen Pal program which will be implemented in

September.


while the “official” rollout of competencies will be in September 2013, several departments are well on their way in developing competencies

and rubrics.


during the summer of 2012, the RMS Administrative Team developed a new meeting

schedule which will allow the Assistant Principals an opportunity to meet with each

team weekly.


the RMS staff is reaching out to new teachers by highlighting “Tips for New Teachers”.


based on staff feedback, the RMS Administrative Team has developed a rubric that is aligned

with the Behavior Reporting Form to provide a higher level of student consistency.

SHS is proud that…

ROTC has a large number of incoming freshmen that have already been in the building this summer and are excited to join this high

quality program.


Joanne Houston was named NH Band Director of the Year.


they continue to offer and extend Collaborative Classes!


they received CTSO National accomplishments: Skills USA, FBLA, FCCLA as well as outstanding representation at national

conferences.


they continue to make progress with competencies.


approximately 30 students graduated from RCE.


they have implemented Alternative Pathways.


the cafeteria has been remodeled.


the number of 9th graders failing 1 or more classes has gone down!


the drop out rate once over 130 students has gone down to the TEENS!


Major Dan Heeter was named the Socrates Award winner.

Nancy Loud School is proud that…

they have a dedicated staff.


had 2 staff recognized as Employees of the Month last

year.


they have great behavior in school and on the bus.


at the end of last year 90% of their kindergarten students were above

benchmark on the DIBELS.


they have Title I assistance.


they have amazing support staff.


they are NOT a SINI school.


they are able to provide valuable experiences in all curriculum

areas.


they have added 4th grade.


they were the Field Day Winners.

Rochester Athletics is proud that…

the overall number of student athletes is up in the past two years – more kids involve with athletics.


they added two Unified Sports Teams which allows special education and

regular education students to play on the same team.


our Unified Soccer Team in 2011 – 2012 won the first ever NHIAA

State Championship.


three teams (football, boys’ basketball, ice hockey) qualified and played in the semi-finals in their respective

sports.


our football program got the NH Most Improved Program in 2011.


numerous teams ranked in the top 1/3 in Division 1 for

sportsmanship voting.


our coaching staff was 100% certified in coaches education including

concussion management course.


our RMS athletic teams had a successful year in numerous

sports.


each of our athletic teams put on displays in the gym at both SHS open

houses with the goal of increasing participation.


they had 21 NHIAA scholar-athletes with recognition for their GPA and community service participation

(seniors only).

Title I is proud that…

they provide critical personnel to schools: William Allen, Maple Street Magnet

School, Nancy Loud School, Chamberlain and School Street School.


they provide wide spread involvement in support for under

resourced families.


they have been a point of entry for a number of talented individuals who

have later been hired to regular education positions.


they take a leadership role in Rochester Reads!


they maintain a focus on Parent Involvement.

Special Education is proud that…

the Early Childhood Education Program has expanded into the community to

include 48 more students.


the Rochester Learning Academy brought back student into the Rochester

Community and will continue efforts to keep students in Rochester.


a new Autism Program and re-vamped Hope Program will be expanding to the Gonic Mill.


they have increased the use of iPad technology for students with

disabilities.


the SHS Skills Classes are a model of collaboration between regular

and special education staff.


of the excellent staff – teachers, related service providers, para-

educators and support staff.


there are wonderful programs and services unique to each school

building with a continuum of services to meet every student’s needs.


the number of students requiring special education services has been reduced

due to the RTI models and interventions in place prior to referrals.

Gonic is proud that…

they work as an educational team each and everyday to positively impact the lives and

learning of their students!


they had a model implementation of the Student Engagement & Learning Plan!


they have an incredible PBIS team, which has helped to shape the school culture!


they use data to make informed decisions about student learning!


they are working with the greater school community to improve the playground for

their students.

Maple Street Magnet School is proud that…

they are the FIRST Magnet School in the State of New Hampshire!


they have been in school since August 7 and will have 200 days of school!


they have an amazing team of educators who spent countless hours collaborating this

summer to prepare for their opening.


they provide instruction in the core reading and mathematics programs, as well as French and

Project Based Learning


they are partnering with families to make their school community a success!

BCA is proud that…

their students not only focus on academics but participate in community service projects

throughout the year.


close to 30 students graduated last year!


their students work on team building skills both on campus and through field experience.


the team of educators at BCA know their students and work tirelessly to meet their

individual needs.

Rochester Schools are proud that…

we are completely wireless!


we will be bringing ebook libraries to our students!


we have installed hundreds of SmoothBoards in our classrooms!


we will be starting the Para-Educator Academy this year.


we put and continue to put hundreds of 21st century learning tools in the hands of our

students!


we are Team Rochester and we are committed to excellence in education and serving the

students of this community!

That’s right, Rochester Pride, there is nothing like it anywhere else!

can you feel it…. not just any pride… we’re talking about…

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