Rockdale County Public School District

This document evaluates the THRIVE Afterschool Program, an initiative by Rockdale County Public Schools to provide academic enrichment and comprehensive support to students in low-income schools during non-school hours. The program strategically focuses on improving academic outcomes in Mathematics and Reading, enhancing positive student development and healthy lifestyle choices, and increasing family engagement. The evaluation concludes that the program successfully achieved all its objectives, demonstrating significant positive gains across its key strategic areas.

This program report details the evaluation of the Rockdale Bridges Afterschool Program for Fiscal Year 2025, implemented by Rockdale County Schools. The report assesses the program's three main goals and six objectives, focusing on improving academic achievement in Mathematics and Reading, fostering positive student development through social-emotional skills and reduced discipline referrals, and increasing family engagement. All stated objectives were successfully met, demonstrating improvements in student proficiency, social-emotional learning, and parent participation.

The Advisory Council meeting focused on program updates for the Rockdale Bridges and THRIVE Afterschool Programs, including student feedback and program goals for the FY25-FY29 grant cycle. Key discussion topics included strategies to increase student performance in reading and math, the importance of consistent attendance, and plans for program sustainability through increased recruitment of students and community partners. The committee also reviewed formative and summative reports and engaged in a question-and-answer session regarding future parent events, service projects, and educational resources.

This document outlines an FAQ for the Rockdale Magnet School of Science and Technology (RMSST) 4-8 program, a new initiative by Rockdale County Public Schools to expand advanced STEM studies for students in grades 4-8. The program aims to increase access to research-focused STEM learning, prepare students for advanced career paths, offer innovative public education options, and reinforce Rockdale's position in STEM education, aligning with the RCPS Strategic Plan's goals for student achievement and growth. Key features include advanced academic courses, hands-on learning, design-lab rotations, community challenges, and STEM competitions, with an emphasis on practical, research-based learning and community partnerships.

This document outlines the mission of Rockdale County Public Schools to educate and empower all students, aiming for them to become productive and thriving members of society. It highlights key areas of continuous improvement and strategic focus, including diverse Career and Technical Education (CTAE) pathways, advanced academics, specialized and choice programs, early learning initiatives, integrated technology, fiscal responsibility, and robust community engagement. The plan emphasizes meeting individual academic, behavioral, emotional, and social needs to foster self-advocacy in a global society.