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FULLY FUNDED! Adaptive Art for All!

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Thank you for your amazing enthusiasm, Kristi! This is yet another example of the incredible Rochester Community Schools programs.

I am a "non-artist" who loves to teach about art (I coordinate Art Smart at North Hill Elementary) and this program sounds amazing!

What a wonderful opportunity for our ATPS students!

A donation well deserved.

My oldest child is a kindergartener at Hampton but I have been a special ed teacher for 19 years in another district. For many years I taught adult SXI (18-26 yr olds) in a school with very low parent… Read more

My oldest child is a kindergartener at Hampton but I have been a special ed teacher for 19 years in another district. For many years I taught adult SXI (18-26 yr olds) in a school with very low parent support and participation. I know how hard it can be to want to provide worthwhile opportunities for my students but not have the means to do so unless it was coming out of my own pocket. Adaptive art is so worthwhile. Good luck in your pursuits!

What a great program.

What a wonderful opportunity! Possibly an art show at the end of the year? Thank you for the amazing ATPS program!

Hello! My name is Ms. Kristi McAllister!

Here is a little more about me…

I am a teacher for the Adult Transition Program and Services (ATPS) at the Dr. John M. Schultz Educational Campus.

I love my students because…

Even though I am the teacher, they have already taught me so much. While on the exterior it may not seem that they have opinions and wants, they most certainly do. I have taken the time to pay very close attention to their movements, eye gazes, facial expressions and body language to understand them and see them for who they are. They each are unique and have beautiful personalities! They are truly a gift.

More about my project…

RCS adult transition program and services (ATPS) students with multiple impairments (SXI) would love the opportunity to attend an art class every week at the Paint a Miracle studio located in downtown Rochester (30 classes this school year).

This opportunity will give students a chance to create art that they can showcase and sell if they so choose.

The main principles of the ATPS is for students to develop independence with the community through community relationships. This program offers the opportunity to create art with the support and accommodations that students to be independent and participate fully within our community.

Paint a Miracle is so thrilled to have our students attend their program, that they have offered a grant for half the cost.

♥ This is where you can help! ♥

Help us match the grant!

Your support will foster independence, community connections, and the opportunity to participate in the community. This will enhance the lives of students in a positive way! Thank you for your consideration!

Any donation is appreciated!

Where Your Donation Goes

Weekly art class for ATPS students at the Paint a Miracle studio
30 classes this school year for each student
The cost to use the art room, have a teacher present every week and all of the supplies at Paint a Miracle
An art portfolio for each student as well and an art show to display and celebrate their work
Student art will be made into items that they can sell
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Fulfillment labor & materials

Total Project Goal $1,743.11

*A portion of the total project goal will be donated to the RCS Foundation to enhance and enrich learning for all RCS students, to help build awareness and to support additional programs and projects. Thank you for your generous contribution and dedication to making a difference!

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COVID: Supporting all RCS students to academic success!

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We Are RCS!

♥ Hope comes from a community of caring! Partnerships are critical for success. ♥

Dear RCS community,

The Rochester Community School District is part of a treasured community, where partnerships between families, schools, and businesses are integral for student success.

Through your generous contribution and support, our partnership can provide students with the opportunity to continue to make valuable connections that are essential for growth and equitable access to ensure the outstanding educational experience continues within our district.

♥ United after the COVID pandemic ♥

As we plan for the new school year and what it will look like, we are mindful to ensure all children have access to the same resources.

♥ This is where you can help! ♥

Partnerships are critical for success! Help us reach our goal!

Please consider supporting our efforts to ensure every student is equipped and confident to return as well as supporting the mental health impacts of re-entry. Social-emotional wellness of students and staff are essential.

Your contribution will make an impact, whether you donate $5 or $500. Every little bit helps! Thank you for your consideration!

Any donation is appreciated!

Where Your Donation Goes

Chromebook cases: approximately $390,000 – $650,000 to provide over 15,000 students.
- In support of hybrid or remote learning, RCS continues to invest in technology to enhance student learning. RCS will be providing 1:1 device (one computer device for every student) and Chromebook cases will be needed.
- Chromebook cases generally cost anywhere from $27-$40.
Washable cloth face masks (two for each student and staff member) upon re-entry: $150,000
- Following the governor’s executive order in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, everyone (with and without symptoms) are mandated to wear cloth face-covering masks, in enclosed public spaces for anyone physically able to wear one to reduce the risk of community exposure.
Additional supplies to protect all students/staff (i.e. disposable masks, gloves, hand sanitizer, Lysol wipes): $150,000
- The safety of our students, staff and community are always our priority. Funding resources to support this new way of learning and living will prepare students to be resilient, and help them achieve social and emotional wellness through vigilance, learning and community support.

When the pandemic is over, we have to consider the mental health impacts of re-entry. Social-emotional wellness of students and staff are essential. These training session and webinars would be presented in a partnership with the Center for Trauma Resilient Communities.

Student facilitation (two one half day training sessions): $5,000
Staff training (two half-days): $5,000
Board training (two full days): $10,000
Clinical staff—social workers, counselors, psychologists training (two full days): $15,000
Summer training institute with staff for up to 50 people (two and a half days): $37,500
Pet therapy dog in schools costs $14,000/ year.
Our long-term vision is to have a clinician in every school so all children can get the social-emotional support that is needed.
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Total Projected Goal $1,000,000

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Elementary Field Trips Fund

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Dear Elementary School Families,

Thanks to your suggestions, the Rochester Community School District has restructured the K–5 field trips to include more hands-on, real-world learning opportunities that expand beyond the city of Rochester.

Our goal in offering field trips is to ensure they are: aligned with the curriculum, consistent across the district, provide little or no cost to families, and sustainable within the curriculum department’s budget.

Despite our partnerships with the local community organizations and the efficiencies of transporting students at a reduced rate through Durham, field trips still remain costly.

This is where you can help!

RCS has partnered with the RCS Foundation to conduct the “Annual Field Trips Donor Campaign.” Your tax-deductible contribution will be used to offset the cost of district-sponsored field trips and help continue the tradition of educational enrichment in Rochester Community Schools.

Any donation is appreciated.

Jazz Band Artist-In-Residence at SCHS!

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