Dear Families,
Welcome to Rochester Catholic Schools! As one of our newest families for the 2021-2022 school year, we invite you to read RCS Connect, an e-newsletter celebrating our devoted RCS community. This is one of the many forms of communication we share to highlight the excellence, character, and growth within our community.
In this edition, we feature the Gargollo family and their three children. They are also a new family to RCS. Enjoy reading their story of why they said "YES! to RCS!" Please consider sharing your YES! story with us at admissions@rcsmn.org.
Welcome!
Monica Steinmetz Director of Admissions
A Time of Hope and Possibilities Fr. Tom Loomis shares a Lenten reflection asking what Jesus invites each of us to receive from him during these 40 days. It is a message that inspires us to appreciate the true freedom, hope, and possibilities that come only with knowing the love of Jesus. Read more... We Say "YES!" to RCS The Gargollos are among the many new families to join our growing RCS community this school year. And we welcome even more families who are saying "YES!" to RCS for the year ahead. Read more... A Valued Partnership Lourdes High School students will soon have a new opportunity for higher-level learning. Starting in the fall of 2021, Lourdes will partner with Saint Mary's University of Minnesota (SMU) Program for Advanced College Credit (PACC) to offer concurrent courses in the areas of Math, Theology, and English. Read more... Five Schools, One Mission We are proud of the legacy built by our Catholic schools, which have been an integral part of the Rochester community since 1877. And this school year marks 30 years since our schools became united as one system! Thank you to our families, staff, alumni, and friends for your continued support of Rochester Catholic Schools.
Click here, to see a photo slideshow of the history of our schools. Our Teachers Are Leading the Way Honor the dedicated teachers and staff of Rochester Catholic Schools today with a gift to the new RCS Fund for Academic Excellence. Your gifts allow us to retain and recruit the best and brightest educators who are essential to the success of our students. Because we are unable to host important fundraising events this year due to Covid precautions, we are relying on your support, now more than ever, to help meet our goals. Read more... School-Year Snapshots The Co-Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist Middle School raised a total of $2,800 for Seeds of Wisdom School, Hope Lodge, and Meals on Wheels during Catholic Schools Week. Take a look at how RCS students have been learning, growing, and giving as they have welcomed and embraced being on campus this school year. Click here to view photos. Meet Our Trustees Learn why Fr. John Sauer, Pam Zeimetz Bowman, and Dr. Christopher Wittich are committed to serving Rochester Catholic Schools. This is the second in our Q & A series providing an opportunity for our community to get to know the members of the RCS Board of Trustees. Read more... Activities Update It may not be a typical one, but it has been an active season for Lourdes High School winter sports, Center Street Singers, Hi-Lighters, and One-Act Play. Read more... Alumni Reunions Although it is more than a year away, the Class of 1972 has already been busy preparing for their 50th reunion. As we look ahead, we would like to know what your class may be planning for the upcoming reunion season or next year. If you have not had the opportunity, please send an email to alumni@rcsmn.org with a reunion update and contact information. Invite Your Friends and Neighbors Enrollment for the 2021-2022 school year at RCS is now open! Welcome your family, friends, and neighbors to experience the RCS difference. Space is still available for the upcoming school year. However, due to an increased number of enrollment inquiries, it is strongly recommended that an application form is completed as soon as possible to reserve a spot. Read more...
It Starts at The Nest An exceptional, whole-child education begins with The Nest Early Learning Academy at Rochester Catholic Schools. Share the great news that The Nest was named the WINNER among preschools in the Post Bulletin's 2020 Best of the Best awards. Read more... Get Ready for Summer Fun It is time to start making summer plans! Registration for RCS Summer Care is now open. Children ages 3-12 will enjoy fun-filled days of faith, activities, and structured enrichment. Summer Care offers easy access to attend our other RCS Summer Programs, including Summer Academy and Sports Camps as well as our new offering of Summer Tutoring. For more information or to register, visit rcsmn.org/summercare. © 2021 Rochester Catholic Schools |