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A Message From Mrs. Carolyn A. Wilkovich, Principal
The goal of the Rochester Elementary School is to provide students with a solid foundation for lifelong learning and to foster positive interpersonal relationships within a safe and nurturing environment. The educational program is directly aligned to the state and national standards with an emphasis on differentiating instruction to address the individual needs of all students.
Teachers employ “best practices” in their teaching and all students receive instruction in a Balanced Literacy Program, Math, Music, Art, Social Studies, Science, Physical Education, Library, and Computers. Four networked computers are utilized in each classroom with “state of the art” programs to complement instruction. There are three labs to support instruction; an Early Literacy Lab for grades K, 1, and 2 with “Imagination Station” software, a K-5 computer lab using “Techworks” and a Read 180 lab supporting our reading program for grades 4 and 5. A filter blocks all inappropriate material and teacher supervision is always maintained.
We pride ourselves with one of the first full day Kindergarten programs in Beaver County. This enables the teachers to spend time in early reading skills, corrections of developmental gaps and to provide support for interpersonal development. Registration is conducted in April of each year with a screening taking place in May. A Kinder Camp is also planned each year as an introduction for parents and students. Call 724-775-7500 for an appointment for registration/screening. By Board of Education policy, children must be five years of age by the first day of school to be considered eligible to register. You must bring the following: photo identification, birth certificate, social security card, immunization records and proof of residency (deed or lease).
Our handbook can be found on the upcoming link which will explain all rules, regulations and procedures for a smooth operation of our school.
Rochester Elementary School offers many opportunities for enrichment, advancement, and achievement. We assess students’ instructional levels with the MClass DIBELS, DRA, Stanford9, end-of-year unit tests, quizzes, and both formal and informal observation. The principal, teachers, and paraprofessionals work collaboratively to ensure an excellent learning environment for all students.
Rochester Elementary School works in a standards-based environment with a challenging curriculum. Our programs include:
Rigby Reading
Breakthrough to Literacy
Everyday Math
Imagination Station
Read 180
Techworks
Map Essentials
Elements of Reading Vocabulary
Great Source Language Arts
Adapt Writing
Science: It’s Elementary / PDE Grant
What can a small school offer???
Rochester Elementary offers Reading support through Title I / Federal Programs.
We offer an IST Process (Instructional Support) and Response to Intervention.
We offer Math tutoring through the Beaver County Foundation.
We offer an after-school tutoring program called REWARDS for reading.
We offer speech, hearing intervention through our Speech Therapist.
We offer OT and PT through a contracted company.
We have an ESL teacher on site.
We offer instrumental and choral music.
We have a drum ensemble for grades 4 and 5.
We have an active PTA who supplies us with assemblies, field trips and programs.
We have a dedicated staff who offers many hours of support before and after school.
We offer a full-day Kindergarten and Science materials through state grants.
We offer a Balanced Reading Program with emphasis on reading, writing and word study.
We offer Asset Science kits for grades K-5.
We offer a Reading Center full of instructional materials and supplies.
We have a Reading Coordinator and a K-5 Department Head.
We have an elementary guidance counselor.
We offer a gifted program and special education services.
We have earned three Keystones for making AYP on the PSSA.
We moved from 37% proficiency in 1997 to as high as 80% proficiency on the PSSA.
We work with Step by Step Learning to meet the needs of our intensive and strategic learners.
We have a school-wide behavior plan.
We have Reading Logs which parents sign each evening.
We have Muffins for Moms and Donuts for Dads.
We have Grandparents Day.
We have Open House, parent conferences and field days.
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