Oakland Heights

Attn: Today is the deadline for our online surveys. Please check your student’s school website and social media or RSD’s website for the links to elementary and secondary surveys. (Completing the survey is not a firm commitment it is simply to collect data!) Only one per household is needed, Thank you for your participation.

From the office of the Superintendent: Russellville School District would like to thank it’s families for their quick response in completing the online surveys published on Friday, June 5, 2020. The purpose of the online surveys is to simply collect data to assist the district in planning for the 2020-21 school year. No one is making a commitment to a final decision by completing this survey. Thank you for your voice and for participating. If you have not completed a survey for your child, follow these links to do so by June 11, 2020; https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfbaQ27RZBQY4BEKmxJKAuUsxIlHcA3ym_yvaUUpx1ZpCMELQ/viewform?fbclid=IwAR1A0CNFRB576BqKxEcBYr57WKKjP-HeEtGdvaIQTwlTyDBEyw1djO7pqos https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSexkVCcFTzGnaZRndyPbaHhblo5fcHPvBgpgSpwUp01EO3Dqw/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&fbclid=IwAR2H7POeAyHG_-H7V9t7JSMwR1Ub6lifujs3vUzGGjF4yjh-Bp5kBiNJVYA

RSD Online Survey for Elementary students We are collecting data to assist in the planning for the 2020-21 school year. Please complete the following survey one time per family by Thursday, June 11th. Elementary survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfbaQ27RZBQY4BEKmxJKAuUsxIlHcA3ym_yvaUUpx1ZpCMELQ/viewform?fbclid=IwAR1vDdzOP1jjh7gaziJaHCwlmPzYfxhBG0QzeMJJ3mlwtd37tzJBLmPrpFA Secondary survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSexkVCcFTzGnaZRndyPbaHhblo5fcHPvBgpgSpwUp01EO3Dqw/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1

We are collecting data to assist in the planning for the 2020-21 school year. Please complete the following survey one time per family by Thursday, June 11th. Elementary survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfbaQ27RZBQY4BEKmxJKAuUsxIlHcA3ym_yvaUUpx1ZpCMELQ/viewform?fbclid=IwAR1vDdzOP1jjh7gaziJaHCwlmPzYfxhBG0QzeMJJ3mlwtd37tzJBLmPrpFA Secondary survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSexkVCcFTzGnaZRndyPbaHhblo5fcHPvBgpgSpwUp01EO3Dqw/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1

Spanish Elementary Survey for the 2020-2021 school year Estamos recopilando datos para ayudar en la planificación del año escolar 2020-21. Complete la siguiente encuesta una por familia antes del jueves 11 de junio. Aprendizaje en el sitio - El objetivo actual para el aprendizaje en el sitio se parecería a un entorno escolar tradicional con prácticas de seguridad adicionales establecidas. Los estudiantes asistirían a un día completo de instrucción, 5 días a la semana. En el caso de otro cierre de la escuela, el nuevo contenido de nivel de grado continuará a través del aprendizaje remoto. Esto no será como el trabajo anterior de AMI. Aprendizaje fuera del sitio El objetivo actual para el aprendizaje fuera del sitio sería el aprendizaje virtual a través del Distrito Escolar de Russellville. Este NO será el mismo formato que AMI. Se producirá un nuevo aprendizaje, se esperará la participación y se tomarán calificaciones. El aprendizaje fuera del sitio sería en lugar del aprendizaje en el sitio

RSD Encuesta en línea para el 2020-2021 año escolar ya disponible Por favor complete por 11 de junio de 2020

Have a great Memorial Day!

Fourth grade parents, please contact your child’s teacher to schedule a time for graduation. See the dates and details below. Michael.jones@rsdk12.net, Rhonda.duvall@rsdk12.net, Miranda.harris@rsdk12.net, Laurabeth.tripp@rsdk12.net

We are celebrating teachers this week! Teachers, thank you for educating, supporting, encouraging, challenging, accepting, and loving students. Teaching is truly a work of heart!

We are going to have our annual Book Character Parade! It will be posted in video format on our FaceBook page on May 18th. Please submit a picture of your child dressed as a book character to darla.taylor@ rsdk12.net by May 15th. Don’t forget to include what character your child is dressed as in the email. Thank you!

Just a reminder...OHE will have an AMI pick up Monday, April 20 from 7:30-5:30. You may drop off completed packets, pick up kindergarten registration packets, and return library books. Check out RSD’s webpage for AMI Instruction and so many new Resources in English and Spanish! https://www.russellvilleschools.net/o/district/page/ami-instruction

Dear Families, We will be collecting library books at the next AMI packet distribution on Thursday, April 16 and Monday, April 20 . Please place your books in the labeled boxes under the awning.

Don’t forget...Kindergarten and Pre-K packets are now available to pick up in front of the school Just look for the sign under the awning. There is also a black locked mailbox you may put your completed packet in. Registration packets are due by May 1st.

Attention Parents of 2nd, 3rd, and 4th graders: We are accepting referrals for students to participate in the Russellville School District Gifted & Talented Program. For more information check out our website: http://russellvillear.apptegy.us/o/district/page/gt-referral-forms To complete the online forms follow these links: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7JjChS3gN3aijyrC9MQ0rZahc2W4XVaYgmhjuf1Tdf7TGAA/viewform Permission to Collect Data & Parent Info: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQM7oTd1_Q4EasHL_k6-gRHlZJ4vfp_qU96KBBvCFy1O2yZQ/viewform The program is designed to serve high potential students who demonstrate above average (1) intellectual ability, (2) task commitment and/or motivation, and (3) creativity. The process is non-discriminatory and open to all students. For more information contact the GT/AP Coordinator Dana Sumter at dana.sumter@rsdk12.net or 479.968.3106 between the hours of 9 am-1 pm, and all questions should be forwarded to Mrs. Sumter for the correct distribution of information, thank you!

All RSD on campus instruction has been cancelled for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. Off campus-Online AMI instruction will continue with more information to be released at a later date. If you have questions pertaining to your student’s AMI instruction contact their school office between the hours of 9 a.m. to 1p.m.

From the office of the Superintendent, Dr. Gotcher-​Things you need to know for Thursday, April 2, 2020 1. School bus meal deliveries will have a new schedule beginning next week. Starting April 6, buses will run on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. For more information contact the office of child nutrition at 479.498.8836. 2. Playgrounds are closed effective immediately per our local and state governing officials orders to prevent groups gathering together and ultimately stop the spread of Covid-19. 3. Mental Health and Wellness is a priority during a time of crisis. If you or someone you know needs to talk to a familiar, trustworthy adult please contact the office of special services at 479.890.5733. *We now have an online form available for your preference; https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/647693/Mental_Health_Support_Request.htm​ 4. Kindergarten and Pre-k registration packets will be available at all elementary schools in a safe outdoor location. Students are to register in the zone in which they currently live as soon as possible. Contact 479.968.5216 for more information.

A note from Superintendent Dr. Mark Gotcher; 5 things you need to know for Monday, March 30, 2020- 1. Beginning tomorrow, March 31, all RSD offices will be open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 2. ​Students will be contacted by their teacher or a staff member from their school with information regarding existing and future AMI tasks. *If you have questions, please contact your student's school during office hours. ​3. Meal distribution will continue its regular schedule with buses leaving the elementary schools at 9:30 a.m. delivering both breakfast and lunch. Families can receive a hot breakfast at any elementary school from 7 - 8 a.m., and a hot lunch from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 4. Seniors will be contacted by RHS staff with guidance regarding graduation requirements and other important information. If you or your student have questions please contact the high school during office hours. 5. Again, we want to urge our students and families to follow the guidelines given to us from the Department of Health that include social distancing of at least six feet, no more than 10 people gathered together, frequent hand washing, sneezing into an elbow, and please if you feel sick- stay home! We hope everyone enjoyed their spring break!

Gov. Asa Hutchinson has announced K-12 public schools in Arkansas will remain closed for on-site instruction until April 17, 2020, it will then be re-evaluated by the public health conditions at the time.

NO CHANGES FOR SPRING BREAK IN MEAL DISTRIBUTION Important Meal Distribution Information for RSD Families: Meals will continue through Spring Break! Families can pick up their breakfast and lunch at local RSD elementary schools, and bagged dinners at The Boys & Girls Club each day. Boys & Girls Club are serving to-go dinners for families from 10:30-12:30 everyday for your convenience- our hopes are you only have to get out once a day to get both lunch and dinner from both locations. Breakfast is available at each elementary school from 7 a.m.to 8 a.m. Lunch is available at each elementary school from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Dinner is available at the Boys and Girls Club from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. River Valley Food 4 Kids will distribute an evening pick up from 5:00- 7:00 p.m. at their warehouse, 407 N El Paso Ave., Russellville, AR. RSD will continue delivering breakfast & lunch on the local bus routes beginning at 9:30 a.m. We are urging parents and students to please be visible to meet your bus so we won’t miss you.

Important Meal Distribution Information for RSD Families​: Families can pick up their breakfast and lunch at all of the local RSD elementary schools, AND bagged dinners at The Boys & Girls Club each day. Boys & Girls Club are serving to-go dinners for families from 10:30-12:30 every day for your convenience- our hopes are you only have to get out once a day to get both lunch and dinner from both locations. Megan Scott Selman Breakfast is available at each elementary school from 7 a.m.to 8 a.m. Lunch is available at each elementary school from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Daniel Connerly Dinner is available at the Boys and Girls Club from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. River Valley Food 4 Kids will distribute an evening pick up from 5:00- 7:00 p.m. at their warehouse, 407 N El Paso Ave., Russellville, AR. Josh Dunbar ​RSD will continue delivering breakfast & lunch on the local bus routes beginning at 9:30 a.m. *We are urging parents and students to please be visible to meet your bus so we won’t miss you. If you do miss the bus, you can always call the central office at 968-1306 and we will arrange for someone to deliver a meal for you!