RSD Middle School: Sixth through Eighth Grades

Denise Stappenbeck
Director of RSD
Elementary and
Middle School Programs
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RSD Middle School Website

In kindergarten through 12th grades, instruction at RSD includes:

• English Language Arts (ELA)
• American Sign Language (ASL) and Deaf Studies
• Mathematics, Science and Technology
• Social Studies
• Physical Education and Health
• Art and Music

RSD Middle School, for children in 6th through 8th grades, provides instruction focused on expanding students’ knowledge. As children mature they become more responsible for their own academic success. Programs such as RSD Middle School Student Court also empower students to take responsibility for their behavior both in school and in the community. Frequent communication with parents ensures that families are very much involved in their child’s performance. While working with parents, RSD Middle School staff guide students as they discover the power they have to create a successful future through the choices they make.

For assistance in applying to RSD, to arrange for a campus tour, or for general intake referral information, call 585-336-5839 (Voice/TTY), or e-mail: Info@RSDeaf.org.

About RSD

Rochester School for the Deaf is an inclusive, bilingual school where deaf and hard of hearing children and their families thrive in an extraordinarily rich Regents-level educational environment.

Since 1876, RSD—one of America’s premier private and tuition-free schools, has been successfully building futures for our students and their families.

Hallmarks of an RSD education include:
• New York State Regents-level educational programs;
• Direct communication through American Sign Language and English;
• Highly skilled teaching and support staff professionals;
• Inclusive, barrier-free approach to teaching and learning activities; and
• Support to students and their families through a wide array of accessible services.

RSD strives to go above and beyond all expectations to provide deaf and hard of hearing children and their families with a level of quality educational programs, support services and resources to effectively ensure a satisfying and successful kindergarten through 12th grade school experience.