We are excited to welcome Mr. Clark as the new principal of Rochester Middle School this fall. He joins us from the Yelm School District, and we look forward to the leadership and experience he will bring to the RMS community.

Hadley Hughes, Rochester High School senior, was named Boys & Girls Club of Thurston County Youth of the Year. She advances to the state competition and earned a one-year Washington State college scholarship. Rochester is proud of you!

Deputy Mancuso has joined RSD as our new School Resource Officer (SRO). With years of service at the Thurston County Sheriff’s Office, he brings a wealth of experience in building positive relationships with students, staff, and families while keeping our schools safe.

Joining the RMS team this fall, Ms. Hockersmith will serve as Assistant Principal. Formerly a math teacher in College Place, she brings experience in improving attendance and supporting MTSS. She and her family are relocating to the Rochester area.