James Monroe High School is a public high school in Rochester, operated by the Rochester City School District.Notable alumni David Diamond, composer Malcolm Glazer, investor and football team owner Daniel Katzen - 1970 Mollie Katzen - 1968 Alan Levin (aka Brother Wease) - 1965 Arthur Rock, venture capitalistCampus architectureThe stone and brick structure features Greek columns and a pediment on the main facade.CurriculumMonroe partners with local colleges and universities to offer learning in science and foreign language. The Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) program is available for grades 8 & 9.The Monroe bilingual program is available for Spanish speaking students with limited English proficiency. Extracurricular activities include music, sports, drama, art, and a variety of clubs. The Student Support Center offers counseling, health, and academic services in partnership with community agencies. Currently, uniforms are required for grades 7-8.Language Academy at MonroeThe Language Academy at Monroe is an accelerated program designed for native Spanish speakers and English-speaking students interested in developing in Spanish. Students receive accelerated instruction in math and science, learn to use instructional technology, and gain a conceptual basis in literacy and social studies.
