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District Newsletter
June 2014
Congratulations Class of 2014!
Upcoming Events
July 21—School Board Meeting, 6:30 PM RCC
August 4—Fall Activities Meeting, 6 PM REAMS
August 18—School Board Meeting, 6:30 PM RCC
August 26—RMS-CES Open House, 4-6 PM
August 27—RHS Open House, 4-6 PM
August 28—REAMS Open House, 4-6 PM
September 2—First Day of Classes
Check out the school website for up-to-date
announcements and sports activities at
www.rockford.k12.mn.us.
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Message from the Superintendent
Hard Hat Time
Many of our construction projects were finished this past school
year. These include a multi-use synthetic turf field; state-of-theart competition track; new Rocket Stadium sound system; new
lights on soccer field; softball pinwheel improvements in
partnership with Twins Grant work; new gymnastics facility;
updated auditorium finishes including curtains and thrust stage;
high school parking lot improvements including drain tile, storm
sewer, curbing and pavement; new parking lot addition at the
elementary school; new Rocket Power Center strength training
facility; new windows in older classroom portion of middle
school building; new water infiltration storage tank system at the
middle school; renovations to the elementary front office; new
back-up boiler at the elementary school; additional exterior
lighting for ECFE/Galaxy entrance and upgraded network
infrastructure and campus wide wireless network.
By Paul Durand, Superintendent
This is an exciting time in our district, for
our students and the Rockford, Greenfield
and Corcoran communities. And this
summer it is also hard hat time.
We have a lot to be proud of. Our District #883 enrollment has
steadily grown each of the past four years, with an additional 62
students this past year alone.
Regarding our excellent programs, we have completed a third
year as a STEM magnet middle school, completed a third year
with EXCEL, the grade 1-8 gifted and talented pull out program,
completed a fourth year of all-day every-day kindergarten,
tuition-free and a tenth year as a ARTS magnet elementary
school. We also saw our athletic teams and fine arts make it to
sub-sections, sections, and state competitions.
With all of these changes, more is yet to come. Community
members are reminded that the majority of construction projects
are occurring during the summer months in the district. Many
areas will be zoned as construction areas and off-limits to all but
construction workers.
Other noteworthy items include the Future Farmers of America
club was started as well as our agriculture program in the middle
and high schools. Rockford Middle School held their second
annual Career Fair to a great success this year. Middle school
students participated in the state-wide WE Day in October, a day
proclaimed by Governor Mark Dayton. Piano lesson program for
all third grade students was started this year and will add fourth
grade in 2014-15. Launching Pad Preschool received a 4-Star
Rating, the highest rating given, from the MN Parent Aware
Quality Rating System. These are just a few of the great things
that happen in our schools every day.
These necessary updates and improvements will affect all of the
high school, as well as all fields and most of the parking lots
around the high school, and most of the middle school rooms. All
these areas will be closed for staff and public use.
The areas that will remain open at the middle school include the
district office and the gymnastics gym. The elementary school
office, Galaxy Kids and other specific rooms will also be
available during the summer months. The Rockford Community
Center will also be open for their regular summer hours.
With our staff, over 65% of Rockford teachers hold master’s
degrees and this is the third year in the MDE Q-Comp program.
We are proud of our staff and the work they have accomplished
with our students.
Community members are asked to honor the construction zone
signs for their own safety. Various construction projects will
continue through 2015.
I would like to thank you, our parents and community, for your
support this past year as well as previous years, whether it is
through the bond issue for the facility and grounds improvements
in the district; in the classroom through the many volunteers our
schools have; at plays, concerts or games showing your school
spirit; or through the Rockford Education Foundation, ISD 883
Dollars for Scholars, Partners in Education and Rocket Boosters.
District #883 is what it is today because of you.
Key Information
Paul Durand, Superintendent
Sandra Strozyk, Business Manager
Ryan Jensen, High School Principal
Amy Denneson,
MS Principal/Director of Teaching and Learning
Brenda Petersmeyer, Elementary School Principal
Dan Pratt, Activities Director
Shanna Lecy, Special Education Coordinator
John Engel, Director of Technology
Maureen Mullen, Director of Buildings & Grounds
Tiffany Reinhard, Early Childhood Director
Stephanie Grover, School Age Child Care
Taher Food Service
Barb Myers, 4.0 Transportation Manager
477-9165
477-9165
477-5846
477-5831
477-5837
477-7554
477-5837
477-9165
477-9165
477-7500
477-7555
477-7558
477-6100
We are growing, improving and looking forward to a bright
future as we continue to work together to strengthen the
Rockford Area Schools’ legacy of “A Tradition of Excellence,
One Student at a Time”!
www.rockford.k12.mn.us
The Rocket Report is a monthly newsletter
published by Rockford Area Schools
for communities in Wright and Hennepin Counties.
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Exciting New Options for
Launching Pad Preschool
Launching Pad Preschool is excited to launch new programs
for the 2014-2015 school year.
The early years of a child’s life are vitally important, and
though educators and parents may have believed this all along,
research focused on child development and brain development
overwhelmingly confirms it. Quality early education opportunities
provide a strong foundation for children as they learn and strengthen skills that are the roots of lifelong
learning and future success.
Scholarship Dollars—More scholarship dollars and new scholarship programs have become available for
families, in addition to the sliding fee scale that has always been available. This means that for those who qualify, tuition fees paid
by parents for preschool may be reduced or eliminated completely. “Being able to offer these extra scholarship funds opens up
access to all of our class options for students whose families may not have been able to afford them before. I encourage parents who
wonder if they may qualify to contact our office for more information,” Tiffany Reinhard, Rockford Area Early Childhood Programs
Coordinator, said.
Free Bus Transportation—Beginning this fall, Launching Pad Preschool will no longer charge a fee for bus transportation. Busing
will be available on regular district routes as long as there is room on the bus. “Having a transportation option removes a barrier for
families who are seeking quality preschool experiences for their child,” commented Reinhard.
On-Line Assessment—Launching Pad Preschool will also be implementing a new on-line assessment tool this fall, called Teaching
Strategies GOLD. This tool is research based, authentic and developmentally appropriate. It is also aligned with Minnesota’s Early
Learning Standards. The paper version of the assessment tool was implemented this year. This on-line version is capable of
generating information that will better assist each classroom teacher in meeting the needs of every child.
English Language Learner Services—Launching Pad Preschool is working to bring ELL (English Language Learner) services to
its students who may not speak or understand English. “With language acquisition being fundamental in the early years of a child’s
life, it seems only fitting to take advantage of this window of opportunity and support these skills beginning in preschool before
children are 5 years old,” Reinhard commented.
“We are very passionate about working together to build the strongest foundation possible for our youngest children, assisting them
in being ready for kindergarten and life beyond,” stated Reinhard. “Investing in early education is an absolute win; for our school
district, our world, and most importantly, for our children. We are thrilled about the changes coming for the 2014-15 school year.”
For more information, please call 763-477-7500, or visit the Launching Pad Preschool website at www.earlychildhood.district.rockford.k12.mn.us.
Pictured above left is Roman Morgan and right is Jonathan McCabe enjoying preschool activities.
Filing for School Board
Seats Starts July 29
Summer Office Hours
The Rockford Area Schools district office and Rockford
Community Education office hours, starting June 16 through
August 10, are 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM, Monday through
Thursday. The office will be closed the week of June 30
through July 4.
Three Rockford School Board seats will be on the ballot on the
November 4 election. The candidate filing period for the three
open board seats will be held starting Tuesday, July 29, through
Tuesday, August 12, 2014. This filing period follows the current
law for school board members whose election is held on evenyears.
The Rockford Community Education office is now located at
the district office in the Rockford Middle School at 6051 Ash
Street, Rockford MN, with hours the same as the district
office.
Candidates must file an affidavit of candidacy with the school
district clerk. The fee is $2 and the candidates need to be at
least 21 years old, be an eligible voter and be an district resident
for an least 30 days prior to election. The affidavits can be
picked up during the filing period on www.rockford.k12.mn.us
or at the Rockford Area Schools district office, located in
Rockford Middle School, 6051 Ash Street, Rockford MN.
With construction happening at both the middle school and
high school this summer, the office at Rockford Elementary
Arts Magnet School will be open Monday-Thursday, from
7:30 AM-2:30 PM, starting June 9 through August 8. The
office will cover registrations and questions for all schools
during the summer months.
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Fun, Discovery & Learning at
Galaxy Kids All Year Long
Believe it or not, summer is finally here!
Galaxy Kids Summer Program kicks off June 9 through August 22. The ten-week
program is filled with engaging activities and friendships. Children are able to choose
from several different Interest Groups, like Gardening, Fun with Science, Art
Extravaganza, Gym Games and Cooking. They can also join in on our weekly themes
and activity days such as Yard & Field Games, Fun with Music, the ever popular Water
Day, Bike Day and field trips.
The Summer Program is a great way to transition preschool students that are registered
to attend Launching Pad Preschool in the fall. Children in grades K-6 will spend time
with old friends and have the opportunity to make new ones. Our program will provide
a summer filled with fun, laughter and friendship, all while enhancing a child’s
educational experience. Limited space is still available; please call us at 763-477-7555.
Galaxy Kids is a year-round school age care program for preschool through fourth
grade children with a summer program that includes preschool through sixth
grade. Located in the Rockford Elementary Arts Magnet School, care is available from 6am-6pm, Monday through Friday. We
offer flexible scheduling and unlimited vacation days with prior notice. Wraparound care is also offered for all preschool age
children who are enrolled in Launching Pad Preschool.
Look for 2014 fall registration materials to be available soon on our website: www.galaxy-kids.district.rockford.k12.mn.us. A
reduced registration fee is available for all Early Bird registrations completed by August 1, 2014.
Coming this fall is a new after-school program designed especially for fifth and sixth grade students at the middle school. This feebased program will include supervised activities, special events and homework help! Look for more information to come in August!
Pictured is preschool student June Newberry enjoying one of the many activities Galaxy Kids has to offer.
RMS Choirs Sing for Inspiration &“Miracles”
On Thursday, May 29, 2014, the sixth, seventh and eighth grade
choirs held their final concert of the year. Music selected for
performance was themed around hope, inspiration, happiness
and love. The grand finale was "Clouds" by Zach Sobiech - a
Minnesota native that battled childhood cancer.
During the week leading up to this inspirational concert, the
students at RMS-CES had a coin war with proceeds going to
The Miracles for Mitch Foundation, a local organization that
eases the financial and emotional impacts experienced by
families dealing with childhood cancer. With help of donations
at the concert and the coin wars, RMS-CES choir students raised
almost $900 for this organization!
Pictured with the donation checks for Miracles for Mitch
Foundation are seventh graders Madeline Altmann, Grace
Clark, Alexa Heidgerken and Renee Mottet.
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REAMS Students Share Talents at
Annual Arts & Academics Night
On May 13, Rockford Elementary Arts Magnet School students shared their
wonderful talents during the annual Arts and Academics Showcase.
The showcase featured an array of student projects, artwork and live performances
throughout the school. Each classroom highlighted projects from the entire school
year ranging from barnyard buddies, the bird fair, Kadinsky tree art, ecosystem
dioramas and much more.
The world drumming ensemble, fourth and fifth grade choir, Celebration of Young
Musicians third grade piano students, and many solo and small group acts were
featured in a performance venue throughout the evening. Students had the
opportunity to share their talents through dance, singing and instrument playing.
Many of them worked up their own acts and got to share their favorite type of
performance. Fourth grade student Chloe Anderson stated, “I thought it was a really
good experience to show my talents to other people. It gave me a chance to show
others what I can do.”
Students also had the opportunity to connect with Rockford High School student
authors Lindsey Mason, Rebecca Nelson and Michael Cagle who were available to
share their process of writing the newly-released book, A Blast from the Past, A
Rockee Adventure. The book was created about the school mascot, Rockee, as he
visits the Ames-Florida- Stork House in Rockford. This is the
third book that has been written for the elementary school
students in the Reading with Rockee Series. Principal, Brenda
Petersmeyer shared, “Arts and Academics is a wonderful event
for all of our students. We have so much talent in the arts as
well as the academic areas and is such a treat to see it
highlighted in so many ways throughout the evening.”
Pictured at top right, Rayna Aker is
performing a vocal selection at
REAMS Arts and Academics night;
far right are fourth and fifth
grade choir students sharing
their vocal talents; and right is
Patience Rotondi singing from
the heart during her choir
performance.
RMS-CES Musical “Phantom Tollbooth” A Success
Rockford Middle School Center for Environmental Studies
performed this year’s musical production, The Phantom
Tollbooth, on May 8 and 9.
novel is loaded with puns, idioms, and lessons to be learned like:
“Isn’t it amazing what you can accomplish with just a little
thought?” – Tock the Watchdog
The play tells the story of Milo, a young boy who is bored with
everything and who fails to see the value in learning. In 2011,
this children’s novel The Phantom Tollbooth celebrated its 50th
anniversary and has been recognized as one of “The Top 100
Books for Children” by the National Education Association. The
“Everything’s new, new and exciting, under the sun and moon.
Oh it looks like a fine fantastic afternoon!” - Milo
Thank you to the wonderful cast, staff and volunteers who put on
a great show.
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Bringing the World to Rockford High School
Over the past four years, more than 40 exchange students from
all over the world have attended classes at Rockford High
School.
This year, ten students participated in the commencement
ceremony alongside the members of the Class of 2014.
Exchange students do not earn diplomas from Rockford High
School, but rather certificates of attendance because, in many
cases, the students have already graduated from school in their
home countries.
at RHS. Kazuki Hakoda, from Japan, said, “It was amazing. I
can tell my friends that Rockford High School is a great school.
I’m really glad to come to this school!” Marcelo Silva said, “It
was a great experience. I made a lot of friends and I’m glad I
came here.” Both students commented on how students made
them feel welcome and how helpful the teaching staff was.
Principal Jensen reiterated that the exchange students provide
Rockford students with the opportunity to learn about other
cultures and how to interact with other people who have different
backgrounds and experiences than them. He characterized it as a
“win-win” situation.
Compared to other Minnesota schools, Rockford probably ranks
near the top in the number of foreign exchange students attending
classes. When asked about that number, Principal Ryan Jensen
If any family is interested in hosting a foreign exchange student
replied, “It’s been our goal to have at least ten foreign exchange for the 2014-15 school year, they can contact Rockford High
students attend our school each year. These students bring us
School counselor, Laura Weisbrich, at 763 477-5846.
cultural diversity that we wouldn’t have if they weren’t
attending.” Jensen also went on to
say, “It’s been my experience that the
exchange students who have attended
our school have largely indicated
they have had positive experiences.
The organizations that place students
routinely seek us out for the
opportunity to place students with
Rockford High School.”
The families of the Rockford Area
Schools have been very supportive
of the school’s desire to
accommodate that number of
students. Jensen commented,
“We’ve been fortunate that families
have stepped up to host these
students. While it is rewarding, it is
certainly a commitment that we’re
lucky to have so many willing to
make.”
A couple of this year’s foreign
exchange students commented that
they have enjoyed their experiences
Laura Flores
Spain
Temuulen Gerlelt-Od
Adriane Klaus
Germany
Yang-Hung Liu
Taiwan
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Mongolia
Emma Guenther
Germany
Kazuki Hakoda
Japan
Johan Holmbeck
Sweden
Antonia Roehrl
Germany
Marcelo Silva
Brazil
Yue Zhang
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Distinguished Alumni & Honorary Diploma Awarded
The Distinguished Alumni and Honorary Diploma recipients
were announced at the Rockford High School commencement
ceremony on June 5.
Congratulations to Marilyn Nelson as honorary diploma
recipient. She was chosen because of her life-long devotion to
children, commitment to learning and willingness to go above
and beyond what is asked of her. Marilyn taught in Rockford
from 1978-2004, establishing a gifted and talented program, an
arts and academic triathlon program, and a self-contained
classroom program to name a few. Since her retirement, Marilyn
continually substitute teaches at the middle school, provides
books for the lending library and participates in many school
events. In the community, she is currently active in the local
Lunch Box Fever program, helping to provide lunches for
children during the summer months.
The district also recognized the late Sandra Lupino as Rockford’s
distinguished alumni from the Class of 1961. She taught at Ralph
Bunche School in Flint, MI for 35 years, where she was named
teacher of the year in early 2000. Teaching her children was her
primary life and her students were her children. Sandy moved
back to Rockford in 2001 and passed away in 2011. She left her
legacy, not only at Ralph Bunche School where a hallway was
named Sandy Lane in her honor, but here in Rockford through
the Great River Regional Library, the Rockford Education
Foundation and ISD 883 Dollars for Scholars
This is the fourth year the district has recognized alumni and
community members for this award. Recipients are nominated by
staff and community members and determined by the Tradition
of Excellence committee annually. Last year, Bill Halverstadt
was the honorary diploma recipient and Dr. Perry Buffie was the
distinguished alumni recipient.
Pictured are (top right) Marilyn Nelson and her daughter, Laurie
Nelson, accepting the honorary diploma award; and (right),
accepting on behalf of Sandra Lupino, are Class of 2014
graduate and great-niece, Isabella Lupino, and Sandy’s brother
Jim Lupino.
Rocket Teams Participate at State!
The Rockford Rockets Softball Team earned the title of 2014
CMC Conference Champions and participated in the State
Tourneys!! The girls defeated the Delano Tigers on May 22 to
claim the subsection championship.
The team then traveled to Caswell Park in Mankato for the Class
AA State Tournaments and won their first State Quarter-final
game against New Ulm on June 5 with a score of 3-0. Overall,
the girls finished in third place. This is the second consecutive
year the Rockets Softball Team has made it to the State
Tournaments since 1990. Congratulations to Coach
Engebretson, Coach Sarne, and the Girls Softball Team on a
great season!
Eight Rocket Track and Field individual athletes advanced to
the State Track and Field Tournament that took place on June 6
and June 7 at Hamline University in St. Paul.
Congratulations on the following State Tournament results:
Jordan Weeding placed 19th High Hurdles; Abby Botten placed
8th in the 1600; Jordan O’Reilly placed 8th in the 300 Hurdles;
Erik Olson placed 13th in Pole Vault; and in the 4x200 relay,
Alex Byers, Brock Deering, Brendon Schumacher, and Jordan
O’Reilly. Overall, Rockford took second place and is the State
runner-up with 1:31:42, which is a new school record!
Congratulations to our Track and Field athletes on a fantastic
season!
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Austin Achtelik
North Dakota St. Univ.
Industrial Engineering
Joseph Agre
Mankato State Univ.
Caleb Anderson
Work Full-Time
Brandon Baccam
Work Full-Time
Megan Bode
Bethel University
Nursing
Jacob Cain
Matthew Campbell
Southwest State Univ.
Agriculture
Sara Carlson
Winona State Univ.
Nursing
Rachael Clem
St. Cloud State Univ.
Zachary Connell
Drake University
Law
Brock Deering
Univ. of St. Thomas
Marketing/Mass Comm.
Cody Dirkx
Univ. of MN-Duluth
Elizabeth Dougherty
MN St.Univ.-Moorhead
GeoScience
Robert Dumas
Drake University
Business
Mikayla Erickson
Arizona State Univ.
Health Sciences
Tyler Fuller
Bemidji State Univ.
Environmental Science
Sasha Galka
US Marines
Lu Gan
U of MN-Twin Cities
Accounting
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Adam Georges
North Hennepin CC
Marketing
Allisa Gieseke
North Hennepin CC
Criminal Justice
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Celebrating the 97th
Commencement
Rockford High School proudly held their 97th Commencement
Ceremony on Thursday, June 5, 2014.
Abigail Botten
Drake University
Health Sciences
Robert Bulger
Univ. of MN-Duluth
Computer Science
Held in the Rockford Community Center, the ceremony honored
over 100 graduates. Speakers included senior class president
Nicole Friedlein and valedictorian Ellen Paatela. The RHS
A Cappella Choir performed Come to These Scenes of Peace
under the direction of Brandy Gullickson. After their
performance, Link Leaders Cally Nielsen and Emmaleigh
Mangan presented our exchange students each with a U.S. flag.
The RHS Concert Band performed Pirates of the Caribbean
under the direction of Jerald Ferdig which was followed by the
Faculty Address given by English teacher Julie Merila.
Pictured below are members of the Class of 2014 waiting to start
the commencement ceremony listening to the traditional Pomp
and Circumstance by the RHS Band. More pictures from this
year’s ceremony are on the following pages.
Eric Dahl
Aaron Dalluge
North Dakota St. Univ.
Engineering
George Faue
Iowa Central College
Nicole Friedlein
Bethel University
Psychology
Kenneth Gilb
Bemidji State Univ.
Accounting
Mariah Givens
Normandale College
Accounting
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Alisha Graunke
Mankato State Univ.
Nutrition/Dietitian
Dylan Graunke
Chrissy Green
Ty Griffin
Univ. of WI-Eau Claire
Computer Science
Maxwell Gulsvig
North Hennepin CC
Pre-Engineering
Caitlyn Halonen
Working Full-Time
Kelsey Halonen
North Hennepin CC
Working Full-Time
Brody Harstad
Univ. of WI-Madison
Biomedical Engineering
Thomas Hayden
Work Full-Time
Emma Holmes
Presbyterian College
Business
Bradley Johnson
Univ. of MN-Duluth
Acting
Mallory Johnson
Samuel Johnson
Work Full Time
Kayla Kasheimer
College
Veterinarian
Sean Kellum
Work Full-Time
Kimberly Laho
Work Full-Time
Michael Lake
Army National Guard
Alexandria Tech
Lucas Lanars
Work Full-Time
Katya Lee
College
Business
Tshiabli Lee
Augsburg College
Biology
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Pictured below are the soon-to be graduates at the start of the
ceremony; middle is RHS Band playing one of their musical
selections; and bottom is class president Nicole Friedlein
giving her speech.
Brent Hall
Logan Hall
Jacob Hudinsky
Univ. of MN-Duluth
Electrical Engineering
Nicole Huisenga
Bemidji State Univ.
Daniel Koepp
Hennepin Tech
Automotive/IT
Francis Koes
Barrett Lehmberg
Army
Christopher Lindwall
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Aimee LopezKomatsu
Hennepin Tech
Life Science
Mark Love
St. Cloud State Univ.
Field Biology/Ecology
Lindsey Mason
St. Cloud State Univ.
Elementary Education
Maxwell Mattila
U of MN-Twin Cities
Mech. Engineering
Mpls Comm Tech College
Jordan O'Reilly
Univ. of St. Thomas
Accounting/Bus. Mgmt
Amber Orozco
St. Cloud State Univ.
Business
Garrett Pikkarainen
North Hennepin CC
Nursing
Thomas Poppler
Work Full-Time
Isabella Lupino
North Dakota St. Univ.
Amber Maas
Work/U of WI-RF
Psychology
Anthony Maiolo
Univ. of MN-Duluth
Physics
Sarah Mock
Brett Monette
North Hennepin CC
Computer Science
Rebecca Nelson
North Dakota St. Univ.
Elementary Education
Ellen Paatela
U of MN-Twin Cities
Biochemistry/Genetics
Michael Paine
Danielle Patnode
Winona State Univ.
Jessica Read
Southwest MN St.Univ.
Elementary Education
Amber Sahli
Univ. of WI-Stout
Retail Merchandising
Dane Sarkinen
U of MN-Twin Cities
Mech. Engineering
Psychology
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Emmaleigh Mangan
Univ. of WI-Superior
Biology
Allanas Martin
North Hennepin CC
Carlie Nesenson
North Hennepin CC
Elementary Education
Cally Nielsen
Univ. of MN-Duluth
Music Education
Bailie Peterson
Work Full-Time
Aaron Pietsch
North Dakota St. Univ.
Constr. Engineering
Jolene Sarkinen
U of MN-Twin Cities
Mech. Engineering
Kyle Sawatzke
North Hennepin CC
Law Enforcement
Pictured right is valedictorian
Ellen Paatela; below is the RHS
Senior Choir performing their
final piece together - I Lived;
middle left is Principal Ryan
Jensen; middle right is faculty
speaker and English teacher Julie
Merila; and bottom is English
teacher Abbey Maus sitting with
the 2014 graduates.
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Richard Sawatzke
Normandale College
Nursing
Courtney Schmidt
Univ. of WI-Platteville
Brendon Schumacher
Univ. of WI-Stout
Bus. Administration
Kaylee Schumacher
Univ. of WI-Stout
Studio Art
Angelina Shedlov
Eric Simondet
YWAM-Pittburgh
Rachel Sisombath
Colton Stecker
Univ of ND-Gr. Forks
Accounting
Hannah Stimpfl
Univ. of Manitoba
Ag-Business
Alex Stoltzman
St. Cloud State Univ.
Nickolas Tully
Univ. of WI-Superior
Business
Nathan Jon Ulen
Jacobo Valladolid
Jacobs
North Hennepin CC
Kassandra Vettleson
Megan Lee Westrup
Univ. of WI-Stout
Business Admin.
Austin Witthuhn
Univ. of WI-Eau Claire
Computer Science
Alex L Yang
Century College
Nutrition/Dietician
Madison Young
St. Cloud Tech. & CC
Missionary/Youth Pastor
Sam Tabor
Work/Military
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Pictured below are members of the Class of 2014 receiving their diplomas as RHS
Guidance Counselor Laura Weisbrich announces the names, and (bottom photo)
hugs, cheers and confetti follow after the final tassel ceremony.
Whitney Siljander
St. Cloud State Univ.
Biomedical
Korinna Strader
North Hennepin CC
Psychology/ Mktg
Jordan Weeding
Class Motto
The memories we’ve shared,
The times we’ve had together,
They will stay with us always,
- - goodbye is not forever.
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Summer Construction Work Begins
Summer construction work begins and much of the Rockford
Area Schools’ buildings and grounds are a construction zone
with various projects underway at the same time. Community
members are asked to honor the construction zone signs for their
own safety.
For more information about our bond construction projects,
please visit our website at www.rockford.k12.mn.us and click on
the Bond Pledge tab.
Pictured —(above) construction trailers move in as roofing and
mechanical work gets underway at the middle school building;
(right) the new high school commons area is being upgraded
with new HVAC and wiring; and (below) the HVAC and roofing
work continues at the high school.
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