This week is National School Lunch Week! We’re celebrating with some fast facts about our school lunches. Did you know that…
• Our Student Nutrition Services (SNS) team spends over $1.3 million in produce purchases each year. This includes thousands of pounds of carrots, peppers, cucumbers, and many other vegetables including local corn on the cob.
• Across our 17 elementary schools, when bananas are on the menu, SNS orders 33 cases of petite bananas, which is equivalent to about 1320 pounds. Bananas continue to be a student favorite!
• Last month SNS served close to 11,000 lunches per day districtwide!
Earlier today, law enforcement released the name of the Century High School student who died in a tragic car accident on Saturday, October 7th. As a result, we are now able to send our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Davin Tukua. I did not have the opportunity to meet or get to know Davin, but over the past two days, I have heard from teachers, coaches, students, and others that he was a wonderful young man. He was unfailingly kind and always ready to help complete a project or assist someone in need. He was a talented athlete who was a valued member of the football and swim teams at Century High School. I have heard from his coaches that he was a hard worker who always came ready to play, never complained, and would play any position or swim any stroke that would help his team compete and win. He also loved skiing and snowboarding and I'm told he was really good at both. I know that all members of the Rochester Public Schools community send our deepest sympathies to Davin's family and friends during this difficult time. We cannot understand or even imagine what you are thinking and feeling right now, but we want you to know that Davin's tragic loss has broken a part of our hearts as well. We will keep you in our thoughts during the time of grief, remembering, and transition that lies ahead.
Sincerely,
Kent Pekel
Superintendent
This week is National School Lunch Week! We’re celebrating with some fast facts about our school lunches. Did you know that…
• Our Student Nutrition Services (SNS) team spends over $1.3 million in produce purchases each year. This includes thousands of pounds of carrots, peppers, cucumbers, and many other vegetables including local corn on the cob.
• Across our 17 elementary schools, when bananas are on the menu, SNS orders 33 cases of petite bananas, which is equivalent to about 1320 pounds. Bananas continue to be a student favorite!
• Last month SNS served close to 11,000 lunches per day districtwide!
Don't miss our Virtual Referendum Info Session on Oct. 30 at 7 p.m.! Learn about the Rochester Public Schools 2023 Capital Projects Technology Levy Referendum. Join us for key insights, and get ready to make an informed decision. Stay tuned for the event link posted on our website on the day of the event. Your participation matters!
Find out more about the referendum here >> https://www.rochesterschools.org/referendum
Make sure to vote on or before November 7. Early voting is happening now!
Find your polling place here: https://pollfinder.sos.mn.gov/
Don't miss our Virtual Referendum Info Session on Oct. 30 at 7 p.m.! Learn about the Rochester Public Schools 2023 Capital Projects Technology Levy Referendum. Join us for key insights, and get ready to make an informed decision. Stay tuned for the event link posted on our website on the day of the event. Your participation matters!
Find out more about the referendum here >> https://www.rochesterschools.org/referendum
Make sure to vote on or before November 7. Early voting is happening now!
Find your polling place here: https://pollfinder.sos.mn.gov/
Fans who staved off the cold until the end of the game were rewarded with an awesome finale! John Marshall posts wild 40-33 victory over Century to snap eight-game skid against Panthers https://www.postbulletin.com/sports/prep/john-marshall-posts-wild-40-33-victory-over-century-to-snap-eight-game-skid-against-panthers
The excitement can be felt in the air at the cross town football game!
John Marshall will share the Big Nine Conference Title this season with cross-town rival, Mayo, ending the season 10-1.
Support JM Gives by stopping by Ole's Woodworks at the Rochester Farmers Market on October 7th. 10% of carving sales are donated to JM.
Rochester's financial situation becomes even more apparent when placed in context. Among 11 other Minnesota school districts that share a similar size and demographic profile, our district ranks at the bottom in terms of per-pupil revenue from voter-approved levies. These figures underscore the urgent need for the 2023 Capital Projects Technology Levy Referendum.
Find out more about the referendum here >> https://www.rochesterschools.org/referendum
Make sure to vote on or before November 7. Early voting is happening now!
Find your polling place here: https://pollfinder.sos.mn.gov/
Not only is TJ awesome, he is also a '75 JM graduate and one of our essential hallway Relationship Coaches.
In an effort to better understand graphing, Mrs.Dahl's Physics class is doing position time graphs.
Winter is coming.... Please consider donating gently used to new outer winter wear. We can use: adult/teen-sized winter coats, hats, mittens/gloves, snow pants & boots. All items must be clean & current teen style. Please no hand-made items. Items can be dropped at John Marshall during school hours at the Main Entrance (by the flagpole). Questions, reach out to Erin Vasquez at ervasquez@rochesterschools.org
John Marshall, Century prepare to meet in lone regular-season clash between Rochester football teams https://www.postbulletin.com/sports/prep/john-marshall-century-prepare-to-meet-in-lone-regular-season-clash-between-rochester-football-teams
JM Girls Varsity Cross Country ran exceptionally well at the Ev Berg Invitational in Owatonna tonight! Abi T. placed first with an all time personal record (PR) as well. Ry M. was 10th with a personal season best time. Runners Kate P., Addy S. and Anna T. also earned PRs. Way to go Rockets!!
Probably lots of PRs today at the Owatonna Invitational...a beautiful and flat course.
HELP FILL THE STANDS and cheer on our ROCKETS 🏐 team THIS THURSDAY and GIVEBACK.
The team will be donating all proceeds to support patients/families undergoing Cancer treatment. HELP the Rockets honor of all warriors who have fought or are still fighting!!
SILENT AUCTION, T-SHIRT SALES AND MORE...Let's go 🚀🏐 and BLOCK OUT CANCER
❤️💙💜💗🖤💛💚🧡🤍🤎🩶🩷
We're excited for the football game tomorrow between the Century Panthers and the John Marshall Rockets!
All students attending the game need to purchase an online ticket in advance or use their Fall/Winter Student Pass from the HomeTown Fan app. Adults are also encouraged to purchase their tickets in advance.
-> John Marshall fans will enter through the baseball gates on the south end of the field so they can proceed directly through to the visitor's stands.
-> Century fans will enter through the front gate on the west side of the field.
JM Job Fair - We still have some tables left at our Oct. 25 JM Job Fair. This has historically been a super positive experience for both businesses & students. If you know a business hiring high school age youth that might be interested, they can contact Erin Vasquez at ervasquez@rochesterschools.org
FEMA, in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), will conduct a national test of the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) at approximately 2:20 p.m. ET/1:20 p.m. Central today, Wednesday, October 4, 2023.
If your mobile phone is on and within range of an active cell tower from a participating wireless provider, you should receive the national test. Wireless providers will transmit the national test for 30 minutes, but your phone should only receive it once.
View more information at https://www.fema.gov/emergency-managers/practitioners/integrated-public-alert-warning-system/national-test-2023
