East Holds Parade Through Rochester Neighborhoods to Connect with Students, Families Amid Coronavirus School Closure

With schools closed across New York State because of the coronavirus (COVID-19) global pandemic, teachers, school administrators and support staff at East Upper & Lower Schools came up with a way to show scholars how much they miss and appreciate them. On April 16, sounds of car horns honking


Looking to interact with students outside their computer screens, East staff also promoted the school’s at-home resources and reminded scholars about the importance of completing school assignments. This parade also served as a reminder for the EMMA and Beechwood neighborhoods that East is a food distribution site.
About the University of Rochester-East EPO Partnership
The University of Rochester, as the Educational Partnership Organization (EPO) for East High School, has assumed full management responsibilities for East, effective July 2015. The new East (http://www.rcsdk12.org/east) consists of a Lower School (grades 6-8) and an Upper School (grades 9-12), and aims to prepare all students for a successful transition into adulthood. A comprehensive community school with a robust set of services to support its diverse students, East offers a strong academic and career preparation program, including a daily advisory program and a full complement of athletic and extra-curricular activities that support and engage students.
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