Album of the 2020 Rome Free Academy banner photos!

The RFA Graduation will be live stream, starting at 7:45 a.m.

Congratulations to the RFA Top 10 Class of 2020 who received a Resolution for commendation at last night's (6.25.20) Board of Education meeting.

The RFA Senior Awards beginning at 7PM on Tuesday, June 23!

Election Results

Pre-K Registration Website 2020-2021 https://sites.google.com/romecsd.org/ecp/home Please follow the above link to access all paperwork for the Pre-K Registration! Any questions, please feel free to contact the Pre-K Main Office at 315-334-1250.

Strough Awards 2020!

Congratulations to the 2020 Senior Class!

Check out the photos from the Cap and Gown Delivery!

The Superintendent's blog this week discusses COVID-19 and the Governor shifting gears frequently, budget vote reminder, info about the absentee ballot list, a reminder about kindergarten/pre-k registration, and 6/26 RFA spirit day!

This week's blog discusses the initial process of re-opening schools for the fall, an update on the ballots for the budget vote, has information about the budget hearing, addresses kindergarten and Pre-K registration, and has information about an RFA spirit day presented by the class of 2020.

On Wednesday, May 27, Rome Free Academy had five students present in various languages in order to earn the New York State Seal of Biliteracy, which acknowledges their high level of proficiency in English and a world language.

RCSD 2020-21 Budget Information

The Superintendent's blog this week discusses Memorial Day, information on a statewide ThoughtExchange, a virtual monument tour through Assemblywoman Buttenschon's office, a Facebook update, and information for the 2020-2021 proposed budget.

Unfortunately, we are no longer able to access our previous official Facebook page. The new official page of the Rome City School District is https://www.facebook.com/romecsdny/

"Light the Night" Friday night. 2020-05-15 - Photos by John Clifford, Rome Sentinel

The Superintendent's blog this week has info about the 2020 Graduation Ceremony, info about the 2020-2021 proposed budget, instrument return date/process, an update on kindergarten and pre-k registration, and an update regarding our Facebook page!

Check out this episode of RFA Knightly News: Quarantine Edition featuring RFA Principal Mr. Lebaron

Rome City School District 2020-21 Proposed Budget Video and Powerpoint Presentation. Zoom link for meeting

🎉Today's newscast provides important updates for RFA students, an interview with the girls' golf team and their coach, and introduces a new segment called "Cooking with the Colonel."🥘👨‍🍳

This week's blog has a Mother's Day message, information about a parent support group survey, a reminder that BOE petitions are due tomorrow at 5:00 p.m., information about a new concern related to COVID-19 for children, and an update about the district's Facebook page.

Petitions for anyone interested in running for the Board of Education are due by Monday, May 11.

The Superintendent's blog this week discusses Teacher Appreciation Week, provides an update on COVID-19, provides an update on the budget vote and Board of Education elections, and has information about an initiative from Assemblywoman Buttenschon.

With schools temporarily closed to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), families must juggle work, homeschooling children, and new levels of stress and anxiety.

The Superintendent's Blog this week recognizes School Library Month, a reminder of the current ThoughtExchange that is ongoing regarding the budget development, a COVID-19 update, and a reminder about our technology supports.

Rome City School District is excited to announce a new ThoughtExchange to gather information from our community regarding the 2020-2021 budget.

April is School Library Month and the Rome City School District (RCSD) thanks its 7 librarians and 9 library aides for all they do to keep our students engaged.

The Superintendent's blog this week thanks the amazing clerical staff of the Rome City School District, offers congratulations for our music community on being named a Best Community for Music Education once again, provides updates on health resources for students and families, a reminder about our COVID-19 information page, and our technology support contact information.

Google Classroom Cheat Sheet for Students

The Superintendent's blog this week includes several updates regarding the Coronavirus situation, information about RFA's Virtual Spirit Week, information about child care needs for essential workers, and information about technology help for those in need.

Rome once again recognized by NAMM for the 2020 Award for Best Communities for Music Education

NEW! A new email address has been set up for the community to ask questions of the Board of Education. The email address is asktheBOE@romecsd.org.

The City of Rome, NY Mayor, Jacqueline M. Izzo and Rome City School District - Rome, NY School Superintendent, Peter Blake today announced that they have extended the property tax and school district tax payment deadline from April 30, 2020 to May 29, 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Superintendent's Blog this week (March 29) discusses the concept of home learning, information for child care needs for essential workers, technology support information, some information for families from the New York State Education Department, information for mental health supports, information regarding Spring break, and a reminder about the RCSD Coronavirus information site.

Follow the link to your school for access to student resources complied by teachers while school is closed.

An important message from the Superintendent - 3.16.20

The Rome City School District announces its participation in the COVID-19 relief food Service with a Grab & Go Program. Under this program, nutritious Breakfast & Lunches will be provided to ALL Rome City School District students free of charge at the following sites starting Thursday, March 19th, 2020 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

This week's Superintendent's blog is devoted 100% to updating everyone on the current state of affairs for the Rome City School District. Please stay tuned for updates regarding how the Coronavirus is impacting our community.

COVID-19- Coronavirus Information/Updates

We are excited to announce (and try) a new feedback gathering platform that our district has at our disposal. ThoughtExchange is a platform for people to share and rate ideas/thoughts that are related to a specific question. The current state of affairs surrounding the Coronavirus is the perfect opportunity to gather your thoughts/concerns so that we can provide feedback.

The Superintendent's blog this week discusses the importance of interpretation of info, the nomination period for the OD Teen All-Stars, Strough Middle School Drama Club presentation, and info about the Oneida County Youth Bureau Teen/Adult Awards!

Informational letter to RCSD parents and families on COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

Congratulations to Rome Free Academy's top 10 for the class of 2020!

Kindergarten Registration. Monday, March 2 through Friday, March 6

The Superintendent's blog this week discusses what NY State schools have done, and continue to do, in preparation for the Coronavirus, congratulations to Staley PE teacher Diane Penella, kindergarten registration reminder, and an update on the RFA Travel Club Meeting.

Congratulations to these Strough students who received an overall average of 100 in Mrs.Comfort's first semester Art class!

Our school utilizes the SchoolMessenger system to deliver text messages, straight to your mobile phone with important information about events, school closings, safety alerts and more.

The Black History Club promotes better relationships between students, by attempting to rid cultural barriers through education and understanding. They are selling candy bars for a cause.

The Superintendent's blog this week has some preliminary budget information, information about kindergarten registration, an RFA Travel Club announcement, information about the RFA/Rotary shoe drive, and information about a free local bullying workshop.

On February 14th middle school students were able to see firsthand the effects of e-cigarettes as they studies cells under a microscope.

On Wednesday, February 12th Gansevoort Elementary families created snowman paintings with a Valentine theme.

Family ID is opening up for Spring Sports

The Superintendent's blog this week discusses our student athlete accomplishments this season, a midwinter recess reminder, an RFA travel club announcement, a reminder about the Suitcase Art Show, and information about a free bullying prevention workshop.

Rome Free Academy’s Rhapsody Show Choir will be hosting its annual Collegiate A Cappella Invitational on Saturday, February 8 at 7:30pm in the RFA Auditorium. Groups from five colleges will be performing, along with a special guest appearance from RFA’s show choir Rhapsody. Tickets are $8 at the door, or $7 in advance at the Jervis Public Library or from members of Rhapsody.

The Superintendent's blog this week discusses the school aid funding formula & proposed school aid for the year, the Rome Sweetheart Dance, an opportunity to be a Youth Ambassador, and the need for a host family for exchange students.

School counselors provide students with academic, college/career and social/emotional development.

The goal of introducing the Inquiry Based Learning model in the Rome City School District, is to help students develop independence and self-help skills that they will need later in life.

On Friday, January 24th, Rome Free Academy hosted the ninth annual Central New York Show Choir Festival. Groups from RFA, Waterville, Whitesboro, Westmoreland, Proctor High School, New Hartford, Holland Patent, and Frankfort-Schuyler performed.

Ridge Mills kicked off their annual reading challenge on Friday, January 17.

RFA Regents and BOCES schedule for week of 1/20

RFA held it's annual Student and Alumni Cabaret where many past and present students from the drama program perform various songs from past RFA musicals.

Rome Free Academy will present its 2020 musical Cabaret Saturday, January 11, at 7:30 p.m. in the RFA Auditorium. The performance will feature a variety of musical theater pieces by current RFA students and alumni. This year marks the twelfth annual Cabaret.

The Superintendent's blog this week discusses some of our district initiatives for the coming calendar year, RFA hockey's Face Off Against Colon Cancer game this Friday night, information about health insurance for those that may be in need, the Rising Stars program, and a STEM scholarship opportunity.

Nine Rome Free Academy students have been awarded New York State Scholarships for Academic Excellence and were recognized on Wednesday, December 18th at RFA.

Results of the RCSD referendum vote: Prop #1- 364 yes, 127 no; Prop#2- 365 yes, 120 no. Thank you to the Rome community for supporting our students!!

Rome City School District counselors are an important part of our educational team and provide valuable support to our students, our teachers and our families throughout the district.

On December 18th the Rome community will vote on a $14,231,055 Capital Improvement Project that would include significant maintenance concerns at RFA (roof, flashing and general maintanence), the artificial turf and track at the stadium, an Energy Performance Contract for elementary schools.

It's the most wonderful time of the year! Check out a gallery of photos featuring holiday events throughout our district!

The Superintendent's blog this week discusses spreading care for others, a Breakfast with Santa event sponsored by the RFA Travel Club, information about becoming a mentor for our mentoring program, the JCP Holiday Window Painting Competition, and opportunities for CNY STEM scholarships for high school students.

The Superintendent's blog this week discusses the concept of being Polyanna, our scholar athlete and team awards, a Christmas in the City event, and the JCP window painting competition. Have a great week!

The Rome City School District’s Music and Arts Department held its annual faculty showcase at Rome Free Academy on November 22nd, 2019. This has been an annual event since 2015. Music and art teachers come together to present their artwork and holiday music for your entertainment.

John E. Joy Elementary School 6th graders from Ms. Guiliano's and Mrs. Robbins’ classes are famous! They are starring in, writing, recording, and editing their own morning announcements.

The Superintendent's blog this week discusses being thankful, a referendum update, RFA's Open Mic Night, a Christmas in the City event, and the RFA holiday window painting contest with JCP.

The Rome City School District’s Music and Arts Department are presenting their annual faculty showcase at Rome Free Academy on November 22nd 2019. This has been an annual event since 2015. Music and art teachers come together to present their artwork and holiday music for your entertainment. Admission is free and monetary donations can be made to the Rome Community Foundation. Instrument donations will also be accepted. The art gallery will be opening at 6pm and concert starting at 7pm.

Rome Free Academy Air Force JROTC Holiday Gift Basket Sunday, November 24, 2019

The Superintendent's blog this week discusses the evolution of society and schools, an update on the referendum vote, information about RFA's Open Mic Night, the RCSD fine arts faculty pops concert and art gallery, the JROTC holiday basket raffle, and the JCP window painting contest.

Rome City School District K-2 graders will be learning about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (S.T.E.M.) in a hands-on way, thanks to the donation of more than 75 ABC’s of S.T.E.M. kits on November 7th.

Congratulations to RFA seniors, Justin Hoke and Isabelle Matt who signed their ‘National Letter of Intent’ on Wednesday, November 13th at RFA, alongside their coaches, family and friends.

JCPenney in Rome once again invited the Senior, Junior, Sophomore, and Freshmen classes to participate in their Holiday Window Painting Contest.

The Superintendent's blog this week mentions some recent recognition for our community/district, a reminder about school closings, a reminder about Parent Portal and report cards, an upcoming Bellamy PBIS fundraiser, and an upcoming career information opportunity for high school students.

On Friday, November 1, 2019 the New York Assembly Education Chairman, Michael Benedetto, visited the Rome City School District. He was joined by our local Assemblywoman, Marianne Buttenschon, who coordinated his visit.

Building Teamwork through Breakout Box Activity

Randi Weingarten, President of the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), met with Rome teachers, students and families yesterday, October 31, announcing $350,000 of additional AFT support for the Rome Alliance for Education’s Community Schools model.

Sixth graders in Jennifer Giachetta's Art classes at Stokes and Joy Elementary created beautiful self-portraits! For these self-portraits, sixth-graders posed for a photo shoot during class.

The Superintendent's blog this week provides an update on the proposed December referendum, information on an RFA marching band breakfast, information about Strough's showing of Screenagers, the Oneida County Youth Services survey, and the local trunk or treat event. Have a great week!

Randi Weingarten, President of the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) representing over 1.7 million members nationwide, will be visiting the Rome City School District on Thursday October 31, 2019.

October 21-25 is School Bus Safety week. Denti Elementary school participates in a Peaceful Bus program.

Strough Middle School has received a $5,000 literacy grant from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation.

Congratulations to the 53 students were inducted into the National Honor Society on October 22, 2019.

Sixty eighth grade students were inducted into the National Junior Honor Society on October 17, 2019 at Strough Middle School.

This week's blog attempts to draw an analogy between racing a car and being part of a team, has information about a County survey, information about a local Halloween event, and a reminder about an upcoming anti-bullying seminar.

RFA hosted its 50th Annual College Night on October 9th. Nearly 80 colleges and universities were on hand to provide students and families with information on admissions, academic programming, athletics, financial aid, student life, and much more!

The Superintendent's blog this week discusses some of the vast changes in education over the years, information about an RFA PBIS fundraiser, a free bullying prevention workshop, and a parent portal reminder.

THANK YOU to Connected Community Schools and Compassion Coalition, Inc. who partnered with Yoobi to give special school supplies to EVERY student and teacher at Gansevoort and Bellamy Elementary!

The RFA Marching Band performed at a New York State Field Band Conference competition in Oswego, NY on September 21st. The band again took first place in its division, continuing a streak of being unbeaten in competition so far this season. The band also performed at RFA's home football games on September 20th and 27th

19 teachers from the Rome City School District have been awarded money for various projects thanks to the generosity of the Air Force Research Laboratory Information Directorate.

The Superintendent's blog this week discusses the importance of minimizing screen time, a recognition for our RFA athletes, the Genesis Celebration of Education, a foster parenting information session, and NYSPHAA Official's Day. Have a great week everyone!

Homecoming 2019!