Secondary School Update
ROCORI Families,
Welcome to the start of the 2026–2027 school year! We are thrilled to open our doors and welcome our students back into the building. The beginning of a new school year always brings incredible energy and our staff has been working hard to ensure a strong start for every child.
Please be aware and pay attention to the software platform changes listed in this newsletter. Transitioning to new systems is rarely seamless, and we anticipate a few hiccups as we all adapt. We appreciate your patience and grace as our team works through the adjustments alongside you. If you find any issues, please let us know so we are aware and can work towards get those challenges resolved.
We have also received questions regarding our upcoming Open House on Wednesday, August 26th. While everyone in our community is always welcome to attend, attendance is not required if you and your student are already familiar with the building.
For families seeking extra guidance, we will host two brief informational sessions during the evening:
5:30 PM – 6th Grade Parent Meeting
6:30 PM – New 9th–12th Grade Student Meeting
Review the below information as it pertains to your student and the start of the 2026-27 school year!
AUGUST 26: Open House (grades 6-12) from 12:30 - 7:30 PM
SEPTEMBER 1: First day of classes at ROCORI Secondary School
SEPTEMBER 2: Grades 6 - 8 will have their pictures taken.
SEPTEMBER 2: Grades 7 & 8 will pick up their MacBooks during their Science class.
SEPTEMBER 3: Grade 6 will pick up their MacBooks during their Science class.
SEPTEMBER 3: High School, ALC, and Spartan Online Students will have their pictures taken
SEPTEMBER 7: NO SCHOOL - LABOR DAY
SEPTEMBER 30: ONE HOUR LATE START
OCTOBER 7: ONE HOUR LATE START
OCTOBER 15: NO SCHOOL - MEA BREAK
OCTOBER 16: NO SCHOOL - MEA BREAK
OCTOBER 20: PICTURE RETAKES - GRADES 6 - 12 AND ONLINE STUDENTS
OCTOBER 21: 10the Grade Class Ring Information in Homeroom
OCTOBER 21: Senior Class Office Meeting for Graduation Announcements in Homeroom
OCTOBER 28: MN Grad services rep will be here to take orders for class rings in the commons during lunch. This information was given to students during homeroom on October 21st.
OCTOBER 28: MN Grad Services will be here to introduce graduation ordering.
NOVEMBER 18: MN Grad Services will be here from 11 - 2 to take graduation orders
OPEN HOUSE: August 26th
6th Grade Parent/Student Meeting @ 5:30pm
All 6th Grade parents and students are invited to a meeting in the Auditorium on August 26th @ 5:30pm. (This meeting is optional.)
9-12th Grade New Student Q&A Meeting @ 6:30pm
All students that are new to the district and enrolling in 9-12th grade are invited to a Parent/student Q&A in the Auditorium on August 26th from 6:30-7pm.
SKYWARD
Skyward has a new look this year! Parent login credentials will remain the same. Students will receive new Skyward login credentials when they pick up their MacBooks. Skyward will continue to be used for final reporting, transcripts, and contact information.
IMPORTANT!
If you use the Skyward mobile app on your phone, DELETE THE APP and REINSTALL IT to connect to the new system.
If you have the link saved to Skyward saved, please update it to the current link.
SCHOOLOGY
This year, your student’s active gradebook will move to Schoology. Please check Schoology for up-to-date grades and missing assignments.
Please use link provided for instructions on how to get your Schoology Account set up. If you have used Schoology in the past, no further action is required.
PARENT SQUARE COMMUNICATION
We are introducing ParentSquare this year as our primary communication platform to help keep you connected and informed.
FALL REGISTRATION
REGISTRATION TIMELINE
Attached are instructions for completing the Fall Registration. Once you have completed this, High School schedules will open on August 1st. Counselors will be available for appointments on August 17th and 18th. Middle School schedules will not open until August 26th. Fall Registration must be completed before your schedule will open.
MACBOOK PICK UP
- 6th Grade: will pick up their MacBooks on 9/3/26 during their science class
- 7th & 8th grade: will pick up their MacBooks on 9/2/26 with their science class
- High School students: can pick up their MacBooks at open house on Wednesday, August 26th.
THE ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY MUST BE COMPLETED AND PAYMENT MADE PRIOR TO RECEIVING YOUR MACBOOK. THE ACCEPTABLE USE IS A PART OF THE FALL REQUIRED REGISTRATION THAT PARENTS MUST COMPLETE.
A paper copy is also available in the main office.
STUDENT PARKING PERMITS
Parking permit applications are available for completion in Skyward under Online Forms or they can be picked up in the main office.
PLEASE REMEMBER, if you complete the online application, you will still need to stop in the office to pick up your permit.
Any vehicle parked in a school parking lot, requires a parking permit to be displayed at all times. If you have any issues with your permit, please come to the office and talk with our Resource Office.
The cost of a permit for the full year is $50.00, you can also purchase one for 3 terms which will cost $25.00.
SCHOOL PHOTOS
SEPTEMBER 2ND: 6th - 8th Grade Photos
SEPTEMBER 3RD: 9th-12th Grade, ALC, Spartan Online
Pictures will be taken in the High School gym, South court.
PLEASE HAVE YOUR PICTURE TAKEN, THIS WILL BE USED FOR YOUR STUDENT ID.
TRANSPORTATION
CLASS OF 2027 SENIOR PHOTO GUIDELINES
HIGH SCHOOL YEARBOOKS
SENIOR YEARBOOK DEADLINES
Senior Class Photo: Friday, September 4th
Senior Photo: Due November 30th
(Optional) Baby Photo and Senior Message ($30): Due November 30th
Submit Senior Portraits: https://photos.jostens.com/H6QK6Y
Submit Baby Photo & Message Ad: https://www.jostens.com/yearbooks/students-and-parents/yearbook-ads
FFA INFORMATION NIGHT
Come and learn more about FFA and the Ag classes offered! Students and parents are welcome for those students in grades 7-12!
DOLLARS FOR SCHOLARS FLOWER SALE
2026-2027 YOUTH SERVICES TASK FORCE
JOIN THE 26-27 YOUTH SERVICES TASK FORCE!
The Youth Services Task Force functions under the jurisdiction of the Human Services Advisory Committee. It's main purpose is to provide input and recommendations to the Stearns County Human Services Advisory Committee regarding programming and policies related to youth services.
We ask members to commit to five meetings during the 2026-2027 school year, from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., these meetings are held at the Stearns County Service Center (and occasionally virtually).
We are seeking a diverse group of students for this Task Force. Members who attend a meeting receive a $50 per diem, as well as mileage reimbursement.
Tri-CAP is available at no cost for students who don’t have a means of transportation for in-person meetings.
Attached is the application for students.