On November 10, 2026, Rochester Middle School (RMS) hosted its 16th Annual Veterans Day Assembly, bringing together students, staff, community members, and local veterans to honor and thank the brave men and women who have served our country.

This annual tradition is a special opportunity for the RMS community to recognize the dedication, courage, and sacrifices of our veterans. Mrs. Woodman and Ms. Wark worked tirelessly alongside students and staff to coordinate this meaningful event and ensure our local veterans felt welcomed and appreciated.

The assembly featured outstanding performances by our RMS band and chorus students, under the direction of Ms. O’Neil and Mr. Diamond. Their musical contributions helped make the celebration especially memorable. Our video club also played an important role, sharing footage from their recent visit to Boston, where students explored local historical landmarks in recognition of our nation’s 250th anniversary.

Rochester School District Superintendent Jared Fulgoni joined the RMS community once again to help recognize and thank our veterans for their service. We were also honored to welcome our guest speaker, Lieutenant Colonel Nancy Ray of the United States Air Force, who shared personal stories and reflections about her military service and commitment to our country.

Rochester Middle School is incredibly proud of this 16-year tradition. We are grateful to everyone who helped make this event possible and, most importantly, to the veterans in our community who have given so much in service to our nation.

At RMS, we will continue to honor, recognize, and support our veterans—not just on Veterans Day, but throughout the year. Thank you to all who have served!