Skip to main content

Homepage

ASL storytime with middle schoolers reading to young children
Two young children, one with dark hair and one with blonde hair, sit together at a table.
Three people are gathered on a grassy lawn in front of a building, engaged in an activity.
A volleyball player in a dark uniform jumps to spike the ball over the net during a game.
Two young people smile and make peace signs at the camera.
Three people sit on the ground in a park, with two facing each other and one facing away.
Elementary girl and TA work on math sitting on a beanbag chair
High school students walk across campus
Toddler in big glasses with an adorable expression
Aerial shot of campus with river above and neighborhood below
Group of elementary students and TA on a snowy day smiling for the camera
A basketball team huddles together on the court, listening to their coach.
Young student gets off the bus with the help of a teacher and is happy to greet his friend
Four kindergarteners on stage in the winter play
K12 school brick building in spring
Senior class pose in a row on horses

Parent Square

Staff Directory

Calendar

Learn ASL

Athletics

Employ­ment

RSD's 150th Anniversary

 

 

 

Logo for Rochester School for the Deaf celebrating 150 years, 1876-2026.


 

THANK YOU

to the alumni, staff, families, sponsors and friends who joined us for a wonderful celebration!

Photos coming soon!

First Day of School 2026!

Why RSD?

Rochester School for the Deaf provides exemplary opportunities in a bilingual environment to meet students’ unique learning. Together, as a community, RSD challenges and prepares students for participation in the ever-changing world.

Language & Learning

Language is the foundation of learning. In our bilingual ASL-English environment, students build the communication, literacy, and self-advocacy skills that support success from early childhood through graduation.

Community & Belonging

Students build friendships, celebrate their identities, and develop pride in who they are within a diverse community grounded in respect, connection, and belonging.

A Future Without Limits

Students discover their strengths through engaging academics, athletics, arts, leadership opportunities, and experiences that help them develop the skills to thrive in college, careers, and their communities.

Connect with Us

Whether it’s celebrating student achievements, sharing resources for parents, or providing essential updates, our social media channels are a great way to stay informed. Follow us now and never miss a moment!
 

Rochester School for the Deaf

NOTE: RSD's web filter is currently blocking the Facebook feed on the campus network. We are working on a solution.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

rsdwildcats (@ rsdwildcats ) • Instagram photos and videos

Upcoming Events

Accessibility View of Full-Page Calendar
View Full Calendar

A family holds up a colorful poster with four holiday-themed drawings: a menorah, a dreidel, a horse, and a Christmas tree.

Prospective Families

Looking for the right educational community for your child? Explore RSD’s programs, learn about admissions, and discover how we partner with families to help children learn, communicate, and thrive.

 

A young man in an orange jersey with the number 13 poses with a woman holding a baby.

Current Families

Find the information and resources you need throughout the school year—from calendars and family resources to forms, services, lunch menus and important notices.

Where ASL is our language and Deaf culture is celebrated.