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WHY RocSci?

At RocSci, we believe that every student has the potential to achieve excellence. From elementary through high school, we nurture curiosity, build confidence, and inspire a lifelong love of learning. Our mission is to prepare students for success in college, career, and beyond — empowering them to lead and make a difference in their communities.

WHY RocSci?

College and Career Readiness

A rigorous program and guidance help students graduate ready for the next step—college and high-potential careers.

College and Career Readiness

A rigorous program and guidance help students graduate ready for the next step—college and high-potential careers.

Personalized, Student-Centered Learning

We meet students where they are with a student-centered approach and data-informed instruction that supports growth for every learner.

Personalized, Student-Centered Learning

We meet students where they are with a student-centered approach and data-informed instruction that supports growth for every learner.

STEAM - Infused Education

STEAM is woven across the curriculum to spark curiosity, build problem-solving, and connect learning to real-world opportunities.

STEAM - Infused Education

STEAM is woven across the curriculum to spark curiosity, build problem-solving, and connect learning to real-world opportunities.

Social-Emotional Learning and Character

Built-in SEL and enrichment help students develop integrity, responsibility, and a commitment to community.

Social-Emotional Learning and Character

Built-in SEL and enrichment help students develop integrity, responsibility, and a commitment to community.

Dedicated Educators

Teachers are supported with high-quality professional development and pathways to advanced credentials—so students benefit from expert, caring instruction.

Dedicated Educators

Teachers are supported with high-quality professional development and pathways to advanced credentials—so students benefit from expert, caring instruction.

Caring Community

We focus on character, healthy habits, and how to work with others. Our teachers are trained experts, and we plan early so College is for All.

Caring Community

We focus on character, healthy habits, and how to work with others. Our teachers are trained experts, and we plan early so College is for All.

Application Process

Hi, Future RocSci Families! RocSci is a free public charter school serving students in grades K–12. We welcome applicants from Rochester and surrounding districts. Admission is open to all students—no tests, interviews, or essays required.

Check Eligibility

Students who turn 5 years old by December 1 of the school year are eligible for kindergarten.

Lottery & Waitlist

If applications exceed available seats, a random public lottery will be held on April 8, 2026. Priority order:

Returning RocSci students
Siblings of enrolled students
Children of RocSci staff (up to 15%)
Rochester City School District residents

Students not selected are placed on a waitlist for future openings.

For More Information

Elementary School

Reneatha Holloway-Harper

Enrollment & Outreach Coordinator

(585) 484-1121 ext. 7046

rholloway@rocsci.org

High School

Anthony Rampulla

Coordinator of Enrollment &Recruitment

(585) 666-9596 ext. 8080

rampulla@rocsci.org

Key Dates

2026–27 Enrollment Timeline

Submit early to improve your chances of securing a seat!

Application Opens: Dec 1, 2025

Application Deadline: April 1, 2026

Lottery Date: Apr 8, 2026

Submit Your Application!

Ways you can start your application process:

ONLINE PORTAL

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BY PHONE

(585) 484-1121

BY PHONE

(585) 484-1121

BY EMAIL

admissions@rocsci.org

A Brighter Future is Closer Than You Think!

A Brighter Future is CloserThan You Think!

A Brighter Future is Closer Than You Think!

WHY RocSci?

WHY RocSci?

College and Career Readiness

College and Career Readiness

Personalized, Student-Centered Learning

Personalized, Student-Centered Learning

STEAM - Infused Education

STEAM - Infused Education

Social-Emotional Learning and Character

Social-Emotional Learning and Character

Dedicated Educators

Dedicated Educators

Caring Community

Caring Community

Application Process

Application Process

Check Eligibility

Lottery & Waitlist

For More Information

Reneatha Holloway-Harper

Reneatha Holloway-Harper

Anthony Rampulla

Key Dates

Submit Your Application!

A Brighter Future is Closer
Than You Think!