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Congratulations to the RCSD Class of 2026! A 2005 graduate stands on the stage of Hochstein School in a cap and gown, waving to his family and peers
Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

We're proud to celebrate the achievements of RCSD seniors at graduation ceremonies taking place from Monday, June 22, 2026 through Monday, June 29, 2026. Find event information, livestreams for each ceremony, and highlights about the Class of 2026!

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Juneteenth Celebration

Join us for an evening of live music, interactive stations, fun activities, and delicious food tasting for everyone to enjoy.

Wednesday, June 17, 2026
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
RCSD Central Office, 131 West Broad Street, 3A/B

This gathering is dedicated to honoring history and freedom, celebrating culture, and building stronger community connections to ensure a brighter future for all students and families.

Learn more about the 2026-27 Budget Process for the RCSD. This graphic features a picture of graduates with a blue filter with the District's reader logo
2026-27 Budget Process

Learn more about the Rochester City School District's budget process for the 2026-27 school year, including budget documents, Superintendent and State Monitor presentations, and calendar of upcoming budget meetings.

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Enroll in FREE PreK in the City of Rochester. Visit rocprek.org or call 262-8140 today!
Start Smart with Rochester PreK in the RCSD

If you are a city resident and your child will be 3 or 4 years old by December 1, enroll them for FREE PreK starting this fall. 

PreK is available at 50 locations citywide, including two new centers and includes multilingual classes, potty training, community aftercare options and bus pass if needed.

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Teach Rochester

The Rochester City School District is committed to recruiting, growing, and retaining a diverse and highly effective workforce that reflects the community we serve. Through Teach Rochester, we are building pathways for individuals who are passionate about education to become classroom teachers and school leaders in RCSD.

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Upcoming Events

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Testimonial: Mission and Vision

Vision
Embracing uniqueness and fostering growth.

Mission
We are committed to cultivating a safe and inclusive environment where students can inquire about, demonstrate, and articulate their learning.