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RMS College Readiness Camp:
Last week, RMS hosted a College Readiness camp!
Students studied a variety of subjects and ended the week with a Math/Science/Literacy escape room and an ice cream party to celebrate!
Great learning and lots of fun!
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The RSD Transportation Department is hosting an Open House event on August 8th from 10:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. at the Gardner Auditorium
Find more information here: https://www.rsdk12.net/article/1181384
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Crawford Elementary Teacher, Nancy Madison, and Principal, Ms. Shavon Jackson, presented at the Arkansas Association of Educational Administrators conference this week on implementing practices to positively impact school culture and student behavior!
Great job!
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All RSD offices/schools are closing early today, July 25th, due to the downtown power outage.
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Strategic Planning Goals:
Yesterday, RSD Administrators and Principals spent time collaborating and brainstorming to create Strategic Planning goals.
A bright future is ahead for RSD!
Thank you to Stephens for hosting and sponsoring this meeting!
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RSD will be hosting a liquidation sale on Friday July 28th, from 7:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m.
The sale will be located at the RSD Maintenance Facility.
Address: 1405 South Oswego Avenue, Russellville, AR 72801
Learn more here: https://www.rsdk12.net/article/1177972
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📣 Free and Reduced Meals Applications are now open for the 2023-2024 School Year!
➡️ Apply online or download the application at https://bit.ly/RSDdiningservices
Important note: All applications completed before July 1st, 2023 will expire in September 2023.
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RSD is accepting Requests for Proposals (RFP) for the Russellville School District Solar Project at Russellville High School.
Find more information here: https://www.rsdk12.net/article/1176632
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The Virtual Smart Start Mondays Information session will be tomorrow, July 21st, from 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sign ups will be closed today, July 20th, at 4:00 p.m.
Please register for the virtual learning session at this link: https://forms.gle/ygsntL1nGdcHZaWi9
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📚RHS Superintendent's Scholar & PSAT Camp
The hard work and successful learning is continuing throughout the summer for these determined students at the RHS Superintendent's Scholar & PSAT Camp last week.
Select juniors and sophomores studied test-taking strategies and practiced for high achievement on the PSAT/NMSQT exam!
Great job students! 🎉
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RSD, in partnership with ATU, will be implementing the Teacher Residency program beginning this school year!
Thank you, Arkansas Tech University, for your partnership in this opportunity!
Read more here: https://www.rsdk12.net/article/1171999
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Thank you to everyone who attended the 1st round of Smart Start Mondays Information Sessions today!
Sign up for an information session to learn more about Smart Start Mondays at this link: https://forms.gle/ygsntL1nGdcHZaWi9
For a list of the available sessions and the most up-to-date information regarding Smart Start Mondays, visit the dedicated Smart Start Mondays landing page on the RSD website at: https://bit.ly/smartstartRSD
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Reminder: Smart Start Mondays Community information sessions begin this week!
Register for the learning sessions at this link: https://forms.gle/ygsntL1nGdcHZaWi9
For a list of the available sessions and the most up-to-date information regarding Smart Start Mondays, visit the dedicated Smart Start Mondays page on the RSD website at: https://bit.ly/smartstartRSD
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2023 Advanced Placement Exams Results:
743 AP Exams were administered
225 students scored a 3 or better, earning College Credit in 1 or more content areas
In total, $270,000 in tuition savings for RSD students!
Congratulations students!
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Free and Reduced Meals Applications are now open for the 2023-2024 School Year!
Apply online or download the application at https://bit.ly/RSDdiningservices
Note: All applications completed before July 1st, 2023 will expire in September 2023.
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10 students from RHS just returned from the Educators Rising Competition in Orlando, Florida, where they attended workshops and training sessions while also presenting in competitions such as Lesson Plan Design, Public Speaking, and Ethical Dilemma.
The participants are: Laurel Henderson, Emilie Young, Matt Young (teacher), Kaytlynn Cartagena, Joy Skaggs, Emmalei Blythe, Haylee Bryant, Maddie Daniel, Sigrid Christensen, Kaylee Simpson, and Sadie Hilton.
Congratulations Students!
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The most up-to-date information regarding Smart Start Mondays can be found on the dedicated landing page on the RSD website.
View here: https://bit.ly/smartstartRSD
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Child Nutrition Information:
All student meal information, including Free and Reduced Meals applications, is accessible through the LINQ Connect Portal (formerly known as Titan Family Portal).
Stay connected by downloading the LINQ app! Available in your phone's app store.
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All RSD offices will be closed on July 4th in observance of the holiday.
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RSD is Hiring Bus Drivers!
Competitive hourly rates and great benefits! Apply online at www.rsdk12.net
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