Congrats to Lincoln's Luke Fenton for being awarded the School Lunch Hero Award by the Minnesota School Nutrition Association!

As a Student Nutrition Services Associate, Luke does far more than keep the kitchen running smoothly. He cares for the whole student—making sure they’re fed, seen, and supported. At the cashier station, he greets students by name, shares the day’s menu, and encourages them to try something new. He even brings a creatively named plush friend that students look forward to visiting each day. Beyond being a fun conversation starter, the plush offers comfort to students who feel overstimulated in the cafeteria and need a moment to regroup.

Through both small gestures and meaningful acts of kindness, Luke creates not just a food‑safe space, but a truly welcoming environment for everyone at Lincoln. Thank you, Luke, for your compassion, creativity, and unwavering dedication to our students!

about 1 month ago, Rochester Public Schools
In a cafeteria, an employee stands holding a sign that says, "Minnesota School Nutrition Association 2026 School Lunch Hero Award Winner works here!" He is surrounded by adoring kids and they all smile at the camera.
Luke Fenton receives an award (symbolized by a sign) for School Lunch Hero Award by the Minnesota Student Nutrition Association from the Director of Student Nutrition at Rochester Public Schools, Dale Winham.
A Student Nutrition Services Associate sits at the payment station with a tablet, pencil holder, and owl plush. Behind him are students in the lunch line.
In a lunchline, a boy in a black hoodie holds a plush owl, a boy in a blue hoodie types in his student code at the pay station, and another boy high-fives a Student Nutrition Services Associate.
A close up view of the payment station in front of a school kitchen. On the station there are bins, a tablet, codes, a plush brown owl, and a sign that reads, "Hoot the Owl."
In a cafeteria, middle school students sit at blue tables and clap for the award-winner on the stage (not in frame).
Brent from the Minnesota Student Nutrition Association, Student Nutrition Associate, Luke Fenton, and Director of Student Nutrition at Rochester Public Schools, Dale Winham stand in the cafeteria. Behind them a sign reads, "Lincoln Cafe." Luke holds a sign reading, "Minnesota School Nutrition Association 2026 School Lunch Hero Award Winner works here!"
Excitement is in the air! Get ready to be part of something extraordinary at Lincoln K-8's first-ever Broadway musical!

Thursday, May 7 @ 7 PM

Friday, May 8 @ 7 PM

Grab your free tickets and donate to the production of next year's play using the link below!

https://lincoln.rochesterschools.org/o/lm/page/shrek-jr-musical
about 2 months ago, Lincoln K-8 Elementary School
Shrek the Musical Jr. May 7-8 Supported by Keller Williams Premier Realty, Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union, and Mayo Clinic
Our Boosterthon event starts today! Build excitement four our school - take off now!
2 months ago, Levi Lundak
mybooster.com

Summer School Age Child Care (SACC) Registration is almost here! Choose your own schedule that works for your family. Rates are $50 per child and registration opens at 6:00 a.m. sharp on Wednesday, April 15: https://rochester.ce.eleyo.com/child-care/3/school-age-child-care

2 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Summer SACC registration opens on April 15. at 6:00 a.m.

Rochester Public Schools is the heart of a community focused on lifelong learning. Whether you are three years old or eighty-three, we believe in investing in our community's future by providing exceptional opportunities for everyone to grow.

➡️ We help our youngest learners flourish through 177 Preschool Enrichment classes, 105 Early Childhood Family Education classes, and 26 RPS Preschool classrooms.

➡️ Our youth students stay engaged and inspired through 767 Youth Enrichment and 21st Century programs designed to help them find their spark.

➡️ Learning doesn't stop at graduation. We host 655 Adult Enrichment classes, 241 Adults With Exceptional Abilities classes, and 116 unique offerings at Hawthorne Education.

Learn more about our Community Education program at https://www.rochesterce.org.

4 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
2087 classes offered through community education
Our value of ensuring excellence through evidence means we use data and proven practices to help our students grow. To date, 90% of RPS 8th graders have used Xello to discover careers connected to their personal interests. By using these tools, we are investing in our community’s future and preparing the next generation of thinkers and doers. Discover more about how our students use the Xello tool at www.rochesterschools.org/xello.

#PublicSchoolsWeek #PSW26
4 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
90% of 8th graders used Xello to discover career interests
At Rochester Public Schools, we want every student to be “Challenged to Strive and Supported to Thrive.” With more than 120 extracurricular options for our secondary students, we live out our Value of building belonging and connection. By offering a wide variety of activities, we ensure every student can find a place where they belong, helping them develop the social skills and confidence needed to pursue a fulfilling path. Learn more about our mission at www.rochesterschools.org/about.

#PublicSchoolsWeek #PSW26

4 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
120+ extra curricular options
To help our students flourish, we focus on our value of supporting the whole student. This includes their physical well-being, which is why our nutrition team serves over 16,000 meals every single day. Meeting these basic needs is essential to our mission: to equip every student with the resilience to pursue a fulfilling path. Learn more about our Student Nutrition Services Department at https://www.rochesterschools.org/student-nutrition.

#PublicSchoolsWeek #PSW26
4 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
5,313 breakfasts and 11,191 lunches served daily
We are proud of our vibrant school communities! Building belonging and connection is a key RPS Value. With 87 languages spoken by our students, we have much to celebrate. Embracing these perspectives creates an environment where every student feels at home and ready to learn. Learn more about our values at www.rochesterschools.org/about.

#PublicSchoolsWeek
4 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
87 languages spoken by 4188 students
Meet Sonya! She's here to pull back the curtain and help you lead the way in your students’ learning journey. Through our Caregiver and Parent Empowerment (CAPE) virtual courses, Sonya provides the roadmap you need to support your elementary student and master the "ins and outs" of our District.

Don't do it alone—join an online session in March and get the inside scoop! Save your spot here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1SriIzGC_CNlScaRNM0hOWHRlbTy-5s6Wf_a9NZVBbUU/viewform?edit_requested=true
4 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Sonya Chives, Family Engagement specialist leading a Caregiver and Parent Empowerment online session for elementary schools on her work computer while looking at the camera and smiling.
Looking to help give back to students? Interested in science and innovation? Sign up to volunteer as a judge for the Rochester Regional STEM Fair: https://rochester.ce.eleyo.com/course/25711/2026-adult-winter-spring-catalog-tentative/volunteer-rochester-regional-stem-fair

Over 200 middle and high school students will be presenting their projects at the 68th Annual STEM Fair. Judges offer feedback to students, and a rubric (and lunch) is provided.

When: February 27, 2026, from 9:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: RCTC Sports Center

Sign up, be inspired, and give back to our future innovators!
4 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Rochester Regional STEM Fair Judges Needed. Join us as a volunteer on Friday, February, 27, 2026 from 9:45 to 1:00 p.m. at RCTC Sports Center and lunch will be provided.

Looking for a way to help your middle schooler succeed? Dig deeper into your student's experience by joining our caregiver and parent empowerment sessions. This virtual mini-series is tailored for the middle school experience, where you'll learn about middle school academics, social growth, and relationships while also preparing your student for high school. Sessions start next week, from January 20 to February 24, from 12 to 1 p.m. Drop in for one session or attend them all; we can't wait to start the conversation!

Register today: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1_GfuYOUxMpuXgUQYhR6LeSGGEaS3NIZlS_FuoWjyfCE/

5 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Caregiver and Parent Empowerment Program Virtual Sessions, middle school parents and caregivers scan the qr code to register.
Before we officially begin winter break, we want to take a moment to celebrate the amazing students we have at RPS! During their annual fundraising competitions, our high school students raised a combined $123,077.95 for local organizations! Thank you, students, for all your hard work and effort to invest back into our community.
6 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Mayo High School Give One For All 2025 fundraiser
John Marshall High School JM Gives 2025 fundraiser
Century High School Bear Creek at Century 2025 fundraiser
It's HOMECOMING WEEK, and our high schoolers brought the homecoming celebration to Lincoln K-8! Drums, Kickline, and Touchdowns made Lincoln's lunchtime celebration even sweeter.
8 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Lincoln students posing for a photo
Lincoln students learning how to play the drum
Century cheerleaders showing students cheers
Three girls huddled for a photo as they watch the Century cheerleaders
Lincoln plays football with Mayo football team
Century cheerleaders performing for students on the blacktop
Students watch the drumline play
Lincoln students ask questions about playing the drums

Rochester Public Schools uses the Standard Response Protocol in response to emergencies that may occur in our school buildings. Students and staff will train, practice, and drill the protocol throughout the year. Learn more about what "hold," "secure," "lockdown," "evacuate," and "shelter" mean: https://www.rochesterschools.org/standard-response-protocol

10 months ago, Rochester Public Schools
Standard response protocol list
Join us on Sunday, June 29th, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (noon) for our first Summer Lincoln Playdate! This will be coffee and conversations for parents while students can play on the playground with peers! This is sponsored by the PTSA and open to current Lincoln K-8 students, including our soon to be Kindergarten families! Yay! For more information, follow us on the BAND App - sign up with the QR code!
12 months ago, Levi Lundak
BAND Sign up
The Lincoln 50th celebration was amazing! Thank you to everyone who submitted photos, volunteered, and came out to celebrate 50 years of Lincoln K-8 education!
about 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
RPS Superintendent Dr. Kent Pekel; RPS school board Chair, Cathy Nathan; Lincoln Lynx mascot; Former Lincoln Principal, James Kulzer; Former Lincoln Principal, Jim Sonju; Current Lincoln Principal, Levi Lundak
Lincoln students wore their 50th anniversary t-shirts for the celebration
Eric Mason points to a photo of him on display at the 50th celebration
Lincoln students wore their 50th anniversary t-shirts for the celebration
Former Lincoln teacher, Mickey Langhland wears her vintage Lincoln t-shirt
Lincoln students wore their 50th anniversary t-shirts for the celebration
Mark Liebow looks back on some photos from when his students went to Lincoln
Lincoln students wore their 50th anniversary t-shirts for the celebration
Lincoln students pose with the Lincoln Lynx mascot
Students look back on the years they attended Lincoln
We're just 10 days away from our 50 year celebration! If you're a Lynx alumni, you are welcome to join the festivities at Lincoln K-8 Elementary School on May 22 at 5:00. We're still accepting photos, articles, stories, and anything that we could include in our photo archive display. Please submit material to Amy Krahn at amkrahn@rochesterschools.org.
about 1 year ago, Lincoln K-8 Elementary School
Lincoln50invitation
Lincoln K-8 Elementary will be celebrating 50 years of education! If you're a Lynx alumni, you are welcome to join the festivities at Lincoln K-8 Elementary School on May 22 at 5:00. Additionally, if you have any photos, articles, stories, and anything that we could include in our photo archive display, please submit material to Amy Krahn at amkrahn@rochesterschools.org.
about 1 year ago, Rochester Public Schools
Lincoln Celebration 50 years post
We're celebrating 50 years of education! Help us celebrate by sending us your memories from Lincoln. We're looking for photos, articles, stories, and anything that we could include in our photo archive display. Submit material to Amy Krahn at amkrahn@rochesterschools.org. Our celebration is Thursday, May 22 at our school. Every Lincoln alumni are welcome to come. Expect more details soon!
about 1 year ago, Lincoln K-8 Elementary School
Lincoln Across Time flyer