Located in the Shenandoah Valley, our school system serves about 4,900 students in preschool through 12th grade. Core Beliefs: • Learning is the heart and soul of what we do.• All children are unique individuals with special gifts and talents. • Adults and students are accountable for high expectations in academics, behavior and attitude. • All people in the learning community, both children and adults, are to be valued and respected. • Risk taking, problem solving, teamwork, creativity and a sense of humor are traits we embrace. • The community is our “partner,” and ideas and opinions are shared and valued. • In searching for solutions, we look at ourselves first and then seek the wisdom of others. • We recognize that a positive relationship among school staff, parents and students is vital to the learning process.
Massanutten Technical Center (MTC), began serving the community in 1972 as a joint career and technical education center serving the students of Harrisonburg City and Rockingham County Public Schools. We offer classes to area high school and adult students in a variety of career areas. Massanutten Technical Center is a leader in the Commonwealth of Virginia in career and technical education. MTC plays a vital role in the community that directly benefits area students, businesses, and citizens alike. Area businesses have access to economical, high-quality training services for their employees and a steady supply of highly skilled potential employees. With MTC in the community, adults can continue their education, and working men and women can acquire new skills that greatly enhance their career prospects. At MTC, high school students are prepared for a future of lifetime learning and career success. Our Mission: Massanutten Technical Center will provide high school and adult students with the skills, knowledge, and industry-based experiences necessary to attain success in career and community.
Rockingham County Public Schools are community schools supported by parents, business partnerships, civic groups, community organizations, local colleges and universities, and the Rockingham Educational Foundation, Inc. All Rockingham County Public Schools are fully accredited by the VA Department of Education. The four high schools offer students a variety of opportunities to earn college credit while in high school, including dual enrollment classes, Advanced Placement (AP) classes, and virtual learning courses in all major content areas. All middle and high schools offer alternative education programs for at-risk students. The Character Counts program has been implemented in all elementary, middle and high schools, and students are recognized monthly for exemplary character. All elementary schools offer a Pre-K program for selected students who are
four-years old by September 30th. RCPS has over 4,500 computers, which are deployed in every classroom, office, library, and computer lab.All middle school students take two yearlong computer technology courses. The Career Cluster Program provides a focused program to assist participating students with a seamless transition from school to work. RCPS is supported privately by the Rockingham Educational Foundation, Inc. The Foundation contributes approximately $75,000 annually in support of a variety of school initiatives and student scholarships. The Rockingham Educational Foundation provides a Teacher Supply Depot for classroom teachers.The Depot is a warehouse where teachers can select hundreds of free items for classroom usage. Amonthly community newspaper called, ETC... Is published to keep community up-to-date on items of interest pertaining to the Rockingham County Public Schools. All teachers are required to possess eight Technology Standards for Instructional Personnel. Many teachers have achieved certification based on the National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers. Rockingham County employs 10 teachers that have earned certification as master teachers by the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards. Approximately 43% of Rockingham County teachers have advanced degrees.