Have a day with the children - here are some ideas to fill this year's MLK Day (or any day) with messages and lessons on kindness, sharing, fairness and dreams!
Kindness Jar
Write acts of kindness on slips of paper (help a neighbor, include someone, say thank you). Pick one to do together on MLK Day.
“Fair or Unfair?” Conversations
Share everyday scenarios (taking turns, sharing supplies, playground rules) and talk about what’s fair, unfair, and why fairness matters.
Read & Reflect Together
Read a short, age-appropriate book about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. or kindness. Ask: How can we show these values every day?
Compliment Challenge
Each family member gives at least three genuine compliments to others during the day—focusing on effort, kindness, and character.
Service at Home
Do a small service project together: donate clothes, make thank-you cards for community helpers, or help a neighbor.
Kindness Walk
Take a walk and look for ways to help—holding doors, picking up litter, smiling at others, or saying hello.
“I Have a Dream” Family Talk
Ask children to share their own dreams for a kinder, fairer school or community. Write or draw them together.
Inclusion Check-In
Talk about what it means to include others. Ask: How can we help someone feel welcome at school or on a team?
Acts of Kindness Plan
Create a simple plan for one kind action to do each week after MLK Day—turning learning into action.
Gratitude & Growth Reflection
End the day by sharing one way each person showed kindness and one way they want to do better moving forward.
Join us at McClelland Elementary School for a night of hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering & Math fun!
✨ Games, prizes, and refreshments included—fun for the whole family!
📅 Friday, January 16th
⏰ 5:30 PM
Come explore, build, and learn together. We can’t wait to see our families there! 💜
Our district urgently needs families to complete the Free & Reduced Meal Application. Even if you believe you may not qualify, every application helps support funding for the 2026–2027 school year.
📅 Online deadline for giveaway: January 14
🎁 Apply online by January 14 to be entered into a donated gift card giveaway plus it goes into our 2026-27 school year state funding points!!
🔗 Apply here: https://www.myschoolapps.com/
Thank you for supporting our students and schools.
📌 Reminder to Rochester Families
Our district urgently needs families to complete the Free & Reduced Meal Application. Even if you believe you may not qualify, every application helps support state funding for the 2026–2027 school year.
📅 Online deadline: January 14
📄 Paper deadline: January 13
🎁 Apply online by January 14 to be entered into a gift card giveaway!
🔗 Apply here: https://www.myschoolapps.com/
Thank you for supporting our students and schools.
We are so proud to celebrate Mrs. Connelly, the RSD Employee of the Month! Her dedication, positivity, and commitment to our Mighty Macs make a meaningful difference every single day. Thank you for all you do to support our students, staff, and school community—we are lucky to have you! 💙🐾
#EmployeeOfTheMonth #MightyMacsInAction #youareloved
Please note: breakfast will not be available tomorrow, as we will begin serving lunches shortly after opening.
Thank you for your flexibility—stay safe and warm! 🐾❄️
The weatherman is predicting snowy and icy conditions for tomorrow morning, Wednesday, January 7th. Therefore in order to give our facility team time to get things cleaned up and to ensure the roads are safe for travel, there will be a 2 hour delay for the Rochester Schools Wednesday Jan 7th.
Have a good night.
-Mr. Fulgoni
This month we will reinforce goal setting, a positive mindset and our Mighty Mac expectations.
New Elementary Permanent Bus Route Changes – Beginning January 5, 2026
Dear Elementary School District Families,
We are writing to share some important updates regarding bus transportation for elementary students. These changes are being made to help improve safety and manage bus capacity more effectively. The changes only impact students on the R19 and the soon-to-be restored R4 routes as detailed below. All other routes will remain the same.
New Elementary Permanent Bus Route Changes – Beginning January 5, 2026
Starting Monday, January 5, bus routes will be adjusted as follows:
R19 will be split into two routes.
R4 will serve students in the Pine Street area only.
R19 will continue to serve elementary students on Charles Street.
Riders from the Pine Street bus stop will move to Route R4.
Pine Street bus stop will move to the Duvall Park stop (near North Main Street see map below).
A new Cove Court bus stop will be added so students will not need to cross Main Street.
Bus Route information has been updated on the District's website at https://www.rochesterschools.com/o/rsd/page/bus-schedules
If you have any additional questions, please reach out to the bus company at 603-509-2904.
Tomorrow we’re back together! Mighty Macs will be safe, respectful, and responsible as we start the new year strong. We can’t wait to see you! 💙🐾
Trying your best is part of being responsible and respectful. Mistakes help us learn! Mighty Macs keep going, ask for help, and do their personal best each day. 🌟
Being safe helps everyone learn and grow. Mighty Macs walk in the hallways, keep hands and feet to themselves, and follow directions the first time. Safety first—every day! 🚶♀️🚶♂️
Mighty Macs show respect by using kind words, listening to adults, and treating others the way they want to be treated. How will you show respect when we return? 💬💙
New Year, Mighty Macs in Action!
Being responsible means coming prepared and ready to learn. This week, Mighty Macs can practice by getting plenty of rest and helping get backpacks ready for school. 🎒
Holiday break offers families a chance to reconnect and reflect together. The Rochester School District has created “7 Days of Little Moments, Big Learning”, a one-page family resource designed to spark meaningful conversations between parents and children during the break.
Each day includes a simple discussion prompt or activity that helps build important skills such as communication, empathy, creativity, critical thinking, and goal-setting — all without worksheets or added pressure.
These family chats are meant to fit naturally into your day and support learning beyond the classroom.
