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“Candace is an amazing primary teacher. She infuses highly engaging play-based activities into her lessons each day. She shows compassion and kindness to all. Candace's energy is ...

The Strough Middle School PBIS team held an assembly on November 3 to honor 18 students who represent a BRAVE Knight. “The month of October we are honoring students that have show...

“She is an awesome cook manager!! Very supporting of all the staff!,” said co-worker, Renita Williams. “She is an amazing boss and friend always there for people great to work wi...

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Fire departments across the area are spreading safety education throughout the month of October. National Fire Prevention month focus is this year is: “Fire Won’t wait. Plan Your ...

Four winners of the Rome City School District myON Summer Reading Initiative were announced this month. The competition is hosted in partnership with myOn, an online literacy plat...

“Trista is a very outgoing teacher that goes above and beyond for her students. Mrs. Sgroi is compassionate with the kids in the early childhood program. Mrs. Sgroi and Mrs. Razy ...

The RFA Marching Band will be traveling to the JMA Wireless Dome to compete in the NYS Field Band Championships. It will be Sunday October 30th at 8 am. RFA will perform at 8:3...

The Rome girls modified soccer team wore pink socks and pink hair ribbons for their game on October 5 at Franklyn’s Field. This gesture was to show support for the team coach, Eva...

John E. Joy elementary school partnered with Connected Community Schools (CCS) on October 13th for a Literacy Night at the school. Families enjoyed activities together, including...

Carl Manganaro – Wednesday Worker of the Week – 10.19.22 Carl was instrumental in getting the RFA Knightly News broadcast off the ground, including the filming and editing...

Rome City School District is proud to announce that four students have been selected as a College Board National Recognition Program awardee. The College Board has four recognitio...

Mrs. Brement in her third grade classroom. Wednesday Worker of the Week Tammy Brement, Third Grade Teacher at Stokes Elementary School How long have you worked in the R...

World Mental Health Day 2022 – Monday, October 10 Make mental health & well-being for all a global priority #WorldMentalHealthDay The COVID-19 pandemic has crea...

Attention Black Knight Fans!!! Head's up! Your NEW 24/7 ROME FREE ACADEMY Sideline Store is officially up and running. To celebrate, we're offering fans an epic, month-long pro...

Student Spotlight: Logan Wright, RFA Class of 2023 Time and circumstance might have set Logan Wright on the course he is on now. An RFA Senior, Logan’s house burned down when ...

Staff Spotlight: Leah Closinski – 10.5.22 - Wednesday Worker of the Week Leah Closinski, Third Grade Teacher at Ridge Mills How long have you worked in the RCSD? ...

The Rome City School District’s Board of Education welcomes letters of interest and resumes from eligible members of the community interested in filling a vacancy created by the r...

RFA Football Homecoming Game this Friday (September 30) at RFA Stadium - 6:30 p.m. The Rome Free Academy Black Knights take on the Elmira Conductors. Also check out the RFA Marchi...

Staff Spotlight: Sherry Drake – 9.28.22 Wednesday Worker of the Week Sherry Drake, Principal Clerk / Supported Learning How long have you worked in the RCSD? 2...