All schools closed 1/22/24
Due to current weather reports and an ice storm warning issued by the National Weather Service, RSD has made the decision to close all schools tomorrow, January 22, 2024, in order to ensure the safety of all students and families.
Make Up day information will be announced at a later time.
Stay safe and stay warm!
❤️ Thank you to our facilities team and transportation department who are trying their best to make sure our facilities/buses are safe and ready for when our students can safely come back to school!
#OneRSD ❤️🌪️🖤
Athletics events schedule changes:
All athletic events for January 18, 2024 have been canceled or postponed.
RMS Basketball game for 1/18 - canceled
RJHS Basketball game for 1/18 - postponed to 1/31 at RJHS
All RSD schools closed 1/18/24
RSD has driven bus routes and road conditions are still undesirable for RSD buses to safely transport students.
In order to ensure the safety of RSD families and staff, all RSD schools will be closed tomorrow, January 18, 2024 due to road conditions.
Make Up day information will be announced at a later time.
Stay safe and stay warm!
All schools closed 1/17/2024
In order to ensure the safety of RSD families and staff, all schools will be closed tomorrow, January 17, 2024 due to inclement weather and road conditions.
Make Up day information will be released as available.
Find more information regarding inclement weather at this link: https://www.rsdk12.net/article/1399647
Stay safe and stay warm!
School Board Appreciation Month Highlight 📚 | Mrs. Holli Hall
Dorothy is back again for another interview with RSD school board member, Mrs. Holli Hall! ❤️ Thank you for serving RSD, Mrs. Hall!
Watch Here: https://youtu.be/EqxF96Us3kg?feature=shared
#OneRSD ❤️🌪️🖤
All schools closed 1/16/2024
In order to ensure the safety of RSD families and staff, all schools will be closed tomorrow, January 16, 2024 due to inclement weather and road conditions.
Make Up day information will be released as available.
Find more information regarding inclement weather at this link: https://www.rsdk12.net/article/1399647
Stay safe and stay warm!
📣 Safe Rooms Open for Warming Centers
UDPATE: The following safe rooms will remain open until 7:00 a.m. January 18, 2024.
Open Safe Rooms:
Crawford Elementary
Dwight Elementary
Hello RSD Families,
This is a reminder Monday, January 15, all RSD schools will be closed in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
With the forecasted winter weather, RSD will be continuously monitoring the forecasts and road conditions for the rest of the week.
Families will be notified of any changes for the rest of the week via text, phone, the Russellville School District website, and social media.
Thank you,
Safe Rooms Open for Warming Centers
The following safe rooms will now be open as warming centers beginning today, January 12 until 7:00 a.m. on January 15, 2024.
Open Safe Rooms:
Crawford Elementary
Dwight Elementary
College Athletic Signing ❤🌪
🎉 Congratulations to RHS Senior, Sarah Lomax, who signed her letter of intent to compete on the University of Central Arkansas's stunt team!
#OneRSD ❤️🌪️🖤
Rotary Club Presentation 💙
Dr. Ginni McDonald, RSD Superintendent, and Dr. Brittany Turner, Director of Support Services, presented on the District’s strategic plan today at the Noon Rotary Club of Russellville meeting today!👏
➡️ Learn more about the RSD Strategic plan here: https://lnkd.in/gUfS2VTr
#OneRSD ❤️🌪️🖤
❤️ Thank you to Capturing Kids' Hearts for hosting a celebration for RSD's District and school leaders to celebrate their work in implementing CKH practices!
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School Board Appreciation Month Highlight 📚 | Mrs. Janet Winn
Dorothy is back again for another interview with RSD school board member, Mrs. Janet Winn!
❤️ Thank you for serving RSD, Mrs. Winn!
Watch Here: https://youtu.be/1S0RQ5CWMxQ
#OneRSD ❤️🌪️🖤
📚 January Board of Education Meeting Recognition
The following individuals were recognized at the January Board of Education Meeting:
👏 The RSD School Board for School Board Appreciation Month
👏 Dwight Elementary student, Dorothy Yarbrough, for being an innovative achiever!
👏 London Elementary student, JD Lowe, for being a responsible citizen!
🎉 Congratulations to everyone!
#OneRSD ❤️🌪️🖤
Happy Law Enforcement Appreciation Day! 🚔
❤️ Thank you to the RSD School Resource Officers, Russellville Police Department & the Pope County Sheriff’s Office who help keep RSD & the community safe!
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🗓 Spring 2024 Dates to Know
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day - January 15
No School
Teacher Contract Day - February 19
No School
Spring Break - March 18 - 22
Solar Eclipse - April 8 - 9
No School
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📝 School Choice Applications are now open for the 2024-2025 school year! 🎉
If you live outside the Russellville School District and are interested in having your child attend RSD next school year, please submit your School Choice Application to the RSD Administration Office at 220 W. 10th Street, Russellville, AR 72801.
🗓 The deadline for school choice forms is May 1, 2024.
➡️ English: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/120/District/3861878/School_Choice_Forms_and_FAQsREVISED_Legal.pdf
➡️ Spanish: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/120/District/3861877/School_Choice_Form_-_Spanish_Fillable_Legal.pdf
#IChooseRSD ❤️🎓
📣 Inclement Weather Information
The winter season is upon us! Through the season, the District will be actively watching forecasts for any weather that may impact travel and road conditions. The safety of our students, staff, and families is our top priority when making these decisions.
📌 Parents will be notified of any school closures, early dismissals, or delays via text, phone, the Russellville School District website, and social media. Please make sure your contact information is up to date with your child’s school office.
Make Up Days:
Beginning this school year, Arkansas school districts can no longer use Alternative Methods of Instruction (AMI) Days.
Any school closures, including inclement weather, will be made up through designated make up days.
Find the designated make up days on the academic calendar found here: https://coredocs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/120/District/3297688/23-24_calendar.pdf
Former AMI Plan:
Thank you to all of the staff, parents, and students who contributed input for the AMI plan. While this plan cannot be utilized, the District appreciates your work and dedication to student learning.
The full announcement can be found here: https://www.rsdk12.net/article/1399647
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School Board Appreciation Month Highlight 📚 | Mr. Wesley White
With school board appreciation month here, Dorothy, a Dwight Elementary School student, took some time to interview RSD school board members to learn more about why they serve! 🎉
First up is Mr. Wesley White!
❤️ Thank you for serving RSD, Mr. White!
Watch here: https://youtu.be/f3E22RlrZtI
#OneRSD ❤️🌪️🖤
