We loved seeing so many ALC students/families at our Spring Family Check-in Night. This was an opportunity to meet with teachers, support staff, walk through a mini-job fair, and enjoy delicious food from Ay Caramba! Appreciate all of the businesses and organizations who came to support our family engagement event.
Thank you to Prom Resale for donating prom dresses for our students. This is SO appreciated!
The countdown is officially on! We're gearing up for one of our favorite days of the year: celebrating the incredible Class of 2026. From ceremony times to arrival details, we've got you covered. Everything you need to know is right here: https://rochesterschools.org/graduation
During our Student-Centered Learning Wednesdays, students have opportunities to learn new hobbies for mindfulness. Here, students are engaged in a variety of paper crafts and diamond art!
Check out the ALC Student Art Show (digital)! Mrs. Zaccariello's students have been busy experimenting with a variety of art projects. Enjoy and feel free to leave students comments! https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1aL7d-39UU0dfPRg8GOfwqD6E_td0ZylkZGluN7QDR-Q/edit?usp=sharing
Please help share - Our school Resource Room is in need of adult-sized clothing for the spring/summer seasons. We're looking for teen-friendly, gently worn items. We're also always in need of hoodies. Full-size shampoo/conditioner/lotion and laundry detergent tabs are welcome as well.
Items can be dropped off to the main office when school is in session, 8:30am-4pm. Location: Rochester ALC, 37 Woodlake Dr SE
Items can be dropped off to the main office when school is in session, 8:30am-4pm. Location: Rochester ALC, 37 Woodlake Dr SE
Students in Ms. Holmes' Dakota Culture & Language took a field trip to the Hoċokata Ṫi Cultural Center in Shakopee, MN! This was a great chance for students to explore Dakota history through the public exhibits.
An IBM engineer visited Mrs. Goss' class and gave students a challenge to build a cell tower that can withstand an earthquake!
Students attended the high school aviation career forum. They learned all about careers in aviation, how to get their careers started, and what it takes to be successful!
Our Artist Mindset Week ended with an art show case for our Community Partners and Families! Thank you for coming out to learn about the partnership with University of Minnesota-Rochester and the Weisman Art Museum, and to create original pieces for our mural! Special shout out to Qdoba for providing a fantastic meal!
Our Artist Mindset Week ended with a community mural creation! Staff and students created plant and flower pieces. Thank you to artist Miri Villiard for guiding this project!
Each day, we'll feature different artist experiences: Students learned to carve their own Linocut linoleum stamp and make prints using their stamp. Another group practiced beatboxing with Terrell X (Through a partnership with University of Minnesota Rochester and the Weisman Art Museum, we were able to bring ten professional artists to work with our staff and students for a full week!)
Each day, we'll feature different artist experiences: Students learned to build a crankie box, develop a story, and bring it to life through animation with artist Erica Warren. Another group learned to dance hip hop with Averie! (Through a partnership with University of Minnesota Rochester and the Weisman Art Museum, we were able to bring ten professional artists to work with our staff and students for a full week!)
Each day, we'll feature a different artist experience: Students worked with Shea Maze on subtractive sculpting, where they created abstractive 3D sculptures using plaster. (Through a partnership with University of Minnesota Rochester and the Weisman Art Museum, we were able to bring ten professional artists to work with our staff and students for a full week!)
Each day, we'll feature a different artist experience: Students worked with Niki Havekost on making their own one-of-a-kind wild stuffed creation known as "Frankenstuffie"! Students learned to take apart and hand-sew together a variety of stuffed animal parts. (Through a partnership with University of Minnesota Rochester and the Weisman Art Museum, we were able to bring ten professional artists to work with our staff and students for a full week!)
Each day, we'll feature a different artist experience: Students worked with Vie Boheme on exploring voice, identity, and self-expression. Artist Tamiko French led students in exploring how sound and vibration affects the nervous system, emotions, and focus. (Through a partnership with University of Minnesota Rochester and the Weisman Art Museum, we were able to bring ten professional artists to work with our staff and students for a full week!)
Each day, we'll feature a different artist experience: Students worked with Sean on a collaborative painting experience. Students learned to trust their inner voice and create from a place of honesty and courage. (Through a partnership with University of Minnesota Rochester and the Weisman Art Museum, we were able to bring ten professional artists to work with our staff and students for a full week!)
Through a partnership with University of Minnesota-Rochester and the Weisman Art Museum, we were able to bring ten professional artists to work with our students! Each day, we'll feature a different artist experience. Here's our first one: Students worked with Za'Nia on the art of Batik fabric printing. Students learned the process of using wax and dye to create patterns in fabric.
We love having local authors visit! C. Armstrong dropped by the Rochester ALC to support our students. who have been inspired by her books and are hoping to write one of their own.
We love creating opportunities for ALC families to spend time together! Parents/Caregivers and students came together to learn how to cook new recipes and to reflect on nutrition goals. Thank you to Public Health and University of Minnesota-Extension for leading our family cooking class series!
