Gansevoort second graders took a field trip to Price Chopper (Market 32) on November 30 th
The students are learning about community resources, learning about money, and wha...
Three RFA Students Selected for 2022 Conference All-State Performing Ensembles this week in Rochester!
The NYS School Music Association (NYSSMA) has selected 3 Rome Free Academ...
Looking for your input! Please join us at the AREA Community Conversation Thursday, December 1 Mt. Calvary Baptist Church - 203 Erie Blvd E. Rome, NY 6:00 -7:30 p.m.
Equity...
“I decided to nominate Amanda Jones because of her hard work and dedication to not only her required duties within the position but also the overwhelming support she offers to all...
Stokes second grade families stopped by the school on November 22 to hear their child read a page from their book and watch the author's signing. Afterwards they enjoyed refreshme...
55 Join National Honor Society at RFA
A total of 55 students were inducted into the Rome Free Academy chapter of the National Honor Society in a ceremony Monday night (Nove...
Congratulations to Carol Miller on receiving the New York State School Counselors Association (NYSSCA) Lifetime Achievement Award on November 18. Miller received this award for ou...
ROME CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT SECURES $2.4 MILLION STATE GRANT FOR STUDENT MENTAL HEALTH
Rome, NY – The New York State Office of Mental Health has awarded the Rome Ci...
“Mary is the heart and soul of our Athletic department. She helps keep the coaches in order and is always on top of the practice and game schedules. She is always on the phone wit...
RFA Black Knights Winterguard 2023 Season Open Tryouts - Open to students in 5th-12th grade!
Tuesday, November 15 - 6 pm to 9 pm
Thursday, November 17 - 6 pm to 8 pm RFA...
On November 3rd - Strough Middle School awarded 2 students from each Team at Strough for the PBIS Respectful Award. The winner were: EMERALD Brooke Parry R.J. Carolla
INDI...
“Candace is an amazing primary teacher. She infuses highly engaging play-based activities into her lessons each day. She shows compassion and kindness to all. Candace's energy is ...
The Strough Middle School PBIS team held an assembly on November 3 to honor 18 students who represent a BRAVE Knight. “The month of October we are honoring students that have show...
“She is an awesome cook manager!! Very supporting of all the staff!,” said co-worker, Renita Williams. “She is an amazing boss and friend always there for people great to work wi...
Fire departments across the area are spreading safety education throughout the month of October. National Fire Prevention month focus is this year is: “Fire Won’t wait. Plan Your ...
Four winners of the Rome City School District myON Summer Reading Initiative were announced this month. The competition is hosted in partnership with myOn, an online literacy plat...
“Trista is a very outgoing teacher that goes above and beyond for her students. Mrs. Sgroi is compassionate with the kids in the early childhood program. Mrs. Sgroi and Mrs. Razy ...
The Rome girls modified soccer team wore pink socks and pink hair ribbons for their game on October 5 at Franklyn’s Field. This gesture was to show support for the team coach, Eva...
Carl Manganaro – Wednesday Worker of the Week – 10.19.22
Carl was instrumental in getting the RFA Knightly News broadcast off the ground, including the filming and editing...