Rockwood School District starts year with a new theme, plan
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - Students in the Rockwood School District are settling into the new school year as the first week wraps up.
Rockwood is the largest district in St. Louis County, with nearly 19,000 students, making it one of the biggest in Missouri. The district boasts 11 National Blue Ribbon Schools and 15 Missouri Gold Star Schools of Excellence, along with several schools recognized for their character.
Selvidge Middle School is one of six middle schools in the district, which started classes on Monday. In addition to its six middle schools, Rockwood School District includes 19 elementary schools, four high schools, and campuses dedicated to gifted students and early childhood education.
This year's theme for Rockwood is 'Rooted in the Promise, Forward Together,' which is part of a new five-year strategic plan approved by the school board in June. The plan includes the Rockwood Promise, which focuses on cultivating belonging, empowering all, honoring dignity, and embracing innovation.
The district welcomed 110 new teachers this year and completed $23 million in projects over the summer. With a strong start to the school year, Rockwood School District continues to focus on its strategic goals and educational excellence.
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