The most up-to-date information can be found on the dedicated Smart Start Monday page on the RSD website at: https://www.rsdk12.net/page/smart-start-mondays .
Beginning the 20...
Fall Parent-Teacher conferences for the 2023-2024 school year will be held September 26-28, 2023.
In order to meet the varying needs of RSD families and staff, the times and d...
Russellville School District is proud to announce that three Russellville High School senior students have been named 2024 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists by the National...
RUSSELLVILLE Ark.- At the regular meeting held on September 12th, 2023, the RSD Board of Education approved RSD Administration's proposal to add an additional School Resource Offi...
Multiple Russellville High School Students achieved high scores on the 2023 Advanced Placement exams. 13 students received College Board National Recognition Awards for maintainin...
The Russellville Board of Education will conduct a work session today, Monday, September 11th, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. No motions will be made at this meeting. The work session will b...
The Russellville Board of Education will conduct a regular board meeting Tuesday, September 12th, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. The board meeting will be located on the Russellville High Sc...
RSD Athletics Fans 🌪️
Continuing through the 2023-24 school year, all RSD students will receive FREE admission to RSD sponsored athletic events.
All RSD students grades 7-1...
Russellville School District is excited to announce Jonathan Bryant as the new Head Coach of the RHS Girls Soccer team. Coach Bryant brings over 13 years of coaching experience at...
In order to ensure the safety and well being of RSD athletes and fans during this extreme heat, changes have been made to the following athletic events this week:
Tennis
...
The Russellville Board of Education will conduct a called meeting today, Friday, August 18, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. The called meeting will be located on the Russellville High School ca...
Russellville School District is excited to announce the selection of Mary Beth Cox as the Director of Human Resources. Ms. Cox will be transitioning from her current role in RSD a...
The Russellville Board of Education will conduct a work session today, Monday, August 7, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. The work session will be located on the Russellville High School campus...
RSD to Begin Agriculture Program
RUSSELLVILLE Ark.- Russellville School District will be starting an Agriculture Education Program beginning the 2023-2024 school year. The p...
Back to School Time is here!
Find all the information you need for back to school, including Meet the Teacher dates, Open House information, Orientation times, etc. on the 2023...
You're Invited! The Annual Cyclone Extravaganza will be on Saturday, August 19th.
The full schedule is included below.
8:00 a.m. Registration for 5k Color Run at Cyclo...
Parents or Guardians of all returning RSD students are encouraged to complete the online registration for the 2023-24 school year. Be watching your email for your SNAP code ...
The Russellville School District Board of Education will conduct a regular board meeting on Tuesday, August 8th, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. The board meeting will be located on the Russel...
The RSD Transportation Department is hosting an Open House event on August 8th from 10:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. This event will be at the Gardner Auditorium, 1000 S Arkansas Avenue Ru...
RSD will be hosting a liquidation sale to the public 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 So...
Beginning July 1st, 2023, the Russellville School District and Arkansas Tech University will implement the Teacher Residency program with a select number of residency students who...
The Russellville Board of Education will conduct a called board meeting today, Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. The board meeting will be located on the Russellville High Sc...
Free and Reduced Meals Applications are now open for the 2023-2024 School Year!
Apply online or download the applications at https://bit.ly/RSDdiningservices
Note: All ap...
RSD will be purchasing instructional materials (school supplies) for all RSD students PreK-12th grades again this year! This will ensure all students have access to the same mate...
Russellville School District is excited to announce the selection of Mr. David Farr as the new Russellville Middle School Principal. Mr. Farr has served in RSD for 6 six years and...
Russellville School District is excited to announce the hiring of Coach Greg Chenault as the new Head Coach of the RHS Boys' Basketball team. Coach Chenault brings over 20 years o...
Summer Meal Distributions will begin on June 4th, 2023, and carry on throughout the summer.
Pick-up will be at the Russellville Junior High School on Sundays: 2:00 - 4:00 p.m....
Russellville School District has been named a Rising Star District by Capturing Kids’ Hearts (CKH) in recognition of the District’s efforts and practices in relationship building...
The Russellville School District Board of Education will conduct a regular board meeting on Tuesday, June 5, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. The board meeting will be located on the Russellvil...
The Russellville Board of Education will conduct a called board meeting today, Monday, May 22, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. The board meeting will be located on the Russellville High School...
On May 18th, Russellville School District hosted the annual RSD End of the Year Celebration. The District recognized all the retirees, Teachers of the Year, gave out Years of Serv...
PSA: At dark tonight, there will be a firework show at Cyclone Stadium to celebrate the Class of 2023 at the Senior Sunset send off.
RHS Graduation will be held Saturday, May 20th, 2023 at Cyclone Arena. Last names K-Z at 1:00 p.m. and last names A-J at 5:00 p.m. The RHS Graduation will be live streamed on the ...
All medication including daily medication, over the counter medication, inhalers, epi pins and seizure medication needs to be picked up by Friday, May 26th.
By law school nurs...
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders visited Russellville School District to learn about the District’s current initiatives and outlook for future plans. Governor Sanders toured Oaklan...
Russellville School District is pleased to announce Mrs. Holly King as the incoming Sequoyah Elementary Principal. Mrs. Holly King comes to RSD from Conway Public Schools! When it...
You’re invited! The Russellville School District is hosting a retiree recognition event at The Center for the Arts on May 18th, 2023 from 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. This event is free and o...
This week, Russellville High School hosted the annual Celebration of Excellence to recognize the Class of 2023. There were over 170 awards given.
32 students were recognized f...
Russellville School District is excited to announce the hiring of Coach LaShanta Johnson as the new Head Coach of the Lady Cyclones Basketball team. Coach Johnson brings over 16 y...
On Monday, May 8th, the Russellville High School hosted an Armed Forces Luncheon where 15 graduating seniors were honored for choosing the military as their primary or supplementa...
May 8-12 is Teacher Appreciation Week and RSD is inviting students, parents, families, and community members to share their thanks with our staff members by using one of our elect...
Last week, the Russellville High School Robotics Teams competed at the 2023 Vex Robotics Worlds competition in Dallas, Texas. Three teams from Russellville competed and one team...
Russellville High School Computer Science Teacher, Mr. Ethan Hodge, was named the 2023 Arkansas Computer Science Educator of the Year on Saturday, April 29th at the Arkansas State...
Russellville High School Teacher, Mr. Chance Duncan, has been accepted as one of 100 educators from around the country to participate in the 2023-2024 Society for Science Advocate...
The Russellville School District Board of Education will conduct a regular board meeting on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. The board meeting will be located on the Russellvill...
On Friday, April 28th, Russellville High School hosted a College Signing Ceremony to celebrate seniors committing to obtaining a higher education. Over 226 students signed to 29 c...
On Saturday, April 22nd, the Russellville High School Quiz Bowl team was once again victorious as they became the 2023 6A State Quiz Bowl Champions. This is the 7th state champion...
The Russellville High School robotics team will be competing in the Vex Worlds Competition in Dallas, Texas on April 26th and 27th.
Below are links to the live streams availab...
Congratulations to the 9-12th grade Future Business Leaders of America students who competed at the Arkansas FBLA State Conference and won the opportunity to compete at the FBLA N...
Seven students enrolled in RHS’s Educational Technology class passed their Praxis ParaPro Exams. The students are Silvina Garcia, Itzel Lopez-Hernandez, Autumn Sanchez, Maddie Dan...
You’re invited!
The Russellville Band Program’s Annual Appreciation Concerts will be held on May 4th, May 9th, and May 15th at The Center for the Arts.
The concerts will be...
Three Russellville High School students will compete at the FCCLA National Leadership Conference in July after winning 2nd place at the Arkansas FCCLA State Leadership Conference...
The ACT Aspire Testing dates are as follows:
April 24th-25th: SLC
April 24th-28th: Crawford, RJHS, RCVA
April 25th-27th: RHS
May 1st-4th : Center Valley & ...
On Monday, April 10th the Russellville High School Symphonic Band traveled to Cabot to compete in the 6A State Concert Contest. The RHS Symphonic Band received a first division (S...
Russellville School District is now accepting referrals for student placement in the Gifted and Talented (G/T) Program for the 2023-2024 school year.
The G/T program is design...
Ten Russellville High School students in the Educators Rising program have qualified to compete at the Educators Rising National Conference and Competition in Orlando Florida in l...
Goodman Named RSD Athletic Director
Russellville, Ark - The Russellville School District is pleased to announce Ben Goodman as the RSD Athletic Director effective July 1, 202...
18 Russellville High School programming year 2 students recently passed the Python Certified Entry Level Programmer (PCEP) exam. Students who earned the credential demonstrated su...
The Russellville School District Board of Education will conduct a regular board meeting on Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. The board meeting will be located on the Russellv...
Every elementary school will be hosting a kindergarten registration night. Attendance is not required but is encouraged.
The schedule is as follows:
Dwight, Sequoyah, Cent...
Safe rooms are located at all elementary schools, RIS, RMS, RJHS, and 2 at RHS. During the school day when students are present, safe room use is limited to the students and staff...
Reminder: Friday, April 7th, 2023 is a make up school day.
All schools will be in session.
The Russellville Board of Education will conduct a called board meeting today, Monday, April 3, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. The board meeting will be located on the Russellville High Schoo...
RSD Enrollment is open for the 2023-2024 school year! Registration can be completed online and additional required documents must be turned in to each school's front office.
...
You're invited!
"Hop Into Kindergarten" is an event for all upcoming Kindergartner families interested in enrolling in RSD! This event will be hosted at Oakland Heights Ele...
The Russellville School District Board of Education will conduct a regular board meeting on Tuesday, March 14, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. The board meeting will be located on the Russellv...
On Saturday, five Cyclone Robotics teams and two Russellville Junior High School teams went up against 65 competitors from around the state of Arkansas to compete for a ticket to ...
Today Center Valley Elementary hosted their annual Career Day where CVE students dressed up as what they want to be in their future careers.
The students paraded through the s...
RUSSELLVILLE Ark.- Last month, RSD students in the Communicating Interagency Relationships and Collaborative Linkages for Exceptional Students (CIRCLES) project presented to vario...
March 20th - 24th is spring break. Schools will be in session on April 7th. The last day of school for students will be May 26th, 2023.
Thursday, February 23rd will be a 1 hour early dismissal day. Parent teacher conferences will be from 3:00-9:00 p.m. There will be no school on February 24th.
RUSSELLVILLE Ark.- On Friday, February 10th, Russellville School District held a naming ceremony for the RSD Athletics training room at Cyclone Arena. The training room will be na...
Recently, Russellville Intermediate School, along with Russellville Middle School, Center Valley, Crawford, Oakland Heights, and Sequoyah Elementary Schools hosted a Robotics Tou...
RUSSELLVILLE Ark. - The RJHS Robotics Team 72801A and RHS Robotics Team 967C won awards at the Cabot Panther Round-Up VEX. RHS Team 967C won both the Design Award and Tournament C...
RSD schools will be in session today, Thursday, February 2nd. Transportation will run as normal.
RSD is closely monitoring the weather conditions. As of this evening, RSD schools will be open tomorrow. If the situation changes overnight, students and staff will be notified by...
January 31, 2023
The RSD Board of Education and RSD Administration puts students' needs at the center of every decision they make. Student learning always comes first. Upon i...
All RSD schools will be closed tomorrow, February 1st due to inclement weather.
This day will be made up on April 7th, 2023. Stay safe and warm!
All RSD schools will dismiss two hours early due to inclement weather. Buses will run with the early dismissal time.
All RSD schools will be closed tomorrow, January 31st.
T...
RSD School Board Meeting
The Russellville School District Board of Education will conduct a called board meeting on Friday, January 27, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. The board meeting wi...
All RSD schools will be closed for in person instruction tomorrow, January 25th due to inclement weather.
Students will complete their Alternative Method of Instruction (AMI)...
Seven Russellville High School students recently received monetary awards for their performance on the AP Computer Science A exam. In addition to the monetary award, these student...
RUSSELLVILLE Ark.- Russellville School District hosted the Russellville Regional Leadership Academy (RRLA) for Education Day this week. The Leadership class toured multiple RSD sc...
The Russellville School District Board of Education will conduct a regular board meeting on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. The board meeting will be located on the Russel...
RSD would like to extend warm wishes to our students and staff. Important holiday dates are listed below: December 21 - January 2 : Christmas Break January 3 : Teacher Professi...
Hello RSD families, Schools will be dismissing 30 minutes earlier than their regular dismissal time on Tuesday, December 20th. If you are picking up your child, please mak...
The Russellville School District Board of Education will conduct a regular board meeting on Tuesday, December 13, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. The board meeting will be located on the Russe...
The Russellville Board of Education has approved the calendars for the 2023-2024 school year and the 2024- 2025 school year. The calendars can be viewed at this link: https://w...
RUSSELLVILLE Ark. - The Russellville School District has voted to renew Dr. Ginni McDonald's contract as the Russellville School District Superintendent. This renewal is effective...
The Cyclone Robotics teams are off to a winning start for the 2022-2023 season! At the first two competitions of the season, the Cyclone Robotics teams have already won four titl...
Hello RSD families and community members,
The Arkansas Department of Education’s Division of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) has released the 2022 state and federal ...
Russellville High School invites veterans and their families to join us for our annual celebration to honor all who have served this Friday, November 11th. Breakfast will be serve...
The Russellville School District Board of Education will conduct a regular board meeting on Thursday, November 17, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. The board meeting will be located on the Russ...
RUSSELLVILLE Ark. - Mrs. Cherish Holt, the Physical Education teacher at Russellville Intermediate School, was voted as the 2022 Arkansas Society of Health and Physical Educators ...
The Russellville School District Board of Education will conduct a regular board meeting on Thursday, October 20, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. The board meeting will be located on the Russe...
The Russellville School District, in partnership with the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH), is providing the flu vaccine to students and staff October26-28. Flu packets will be...
Russellville Middle School Teachers Selected for the High Reliability Teacher Certification Program
RUSSELLVILLE Ark.- Four teachers from Russellville Middle School wer...
For RHS Seniors,
The RHS Career Coaches and Counselors are hosting two FAFSA nights in October to help families fill out FAFSA Forms.
Dates: October 4th & October 24th 5:00...
If your student currently has a SNAP Code, they are automatically eligible for Free or Reduced lunches. Please complete the application by entering your information and snap code...
Russellville School District will dismiss one hour early on Thursday, September 22nd. Parent Teacher Conferences will be held at each building from 3:00 - 9:00 p.m. There will b...
A surplus equipment auction will be held this Saturday, September 17th at 10:00 a.m. at 1000 South Arkansas Avenue - Gardner Campus. FORD F150, 1997 CHEVROLET 2500 EXPRESS VAN...
Russellville School District will be closed on Monday, September 5th, in observance of Labor Day. Enjoy your 3 day weekend, RSD!
Continuing through the 2022-23 school year, all RSD students will receive FREE admission to RSD sponsored athletic events. Schedules can be found at www.rsdk12.net under events. ...
If you have questions regarding COVID information, please contact the District Nursing Coordinator, Annie Mallett at 479-968-1599 or covid@rsdk12.net.
Aramark is the food service provider for the Russellville School District. They offer a wide selection of menu options including a variety of fruits and vegetables each day of the...
Back to School Bus Transportation:
To find you bus stop, go to “Find my bus stop” here: http://www.infofinderi.com/ifi/?cid=rsd1mstu9pe8
If you can’t find a bus stop nea...
RSD secondary schools will host Open House tonight, August 11th. Please see the schedule below:
RIS 4-6 pm
RMS 4-6 pm
RJHS 4-6 pm
RHS New Student & Sophomore Orientat...
RSD elementary schools will host a “Meet the Teacher” Tuesday, August 9th, from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at each campus. This is a come and go event for students to meet their teache...
The Russellville School District Board of Education will conduct a regular board meeting on Tuesday, August 16, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. The board meeting will be located on the Russell...
Parents or Guardians of all returning RSD students are encouraged to complete the online registration for the 2022-23 school year. Be watching your email for your SNAP code li...
RUSSELLVILLE Ark. - At a special called board meeting on August 5th, the Russellville School District Board of Education approved raising the minimum RSD teacher salary to $45,00...
2022-23 BACK TO SCHOOL INFORMATION
Classroom Assignments, Schedules & Open House
ELEMENTARY (K-4th Grades) All Elementary schools will host a “Meet the Teacher” Tuesday,...
RUSSELLVILLE Ark. - On Thursday, July 21st, the Russellville City Council approved the funding of four additional School Resource Officers (SROs) for the Russellville School Dis...
RSD Providing Free Breakfast to All Students
RUSSELLVILLE Ark. - Russellville School District will be providing free breakfast to all students (K-12) for the 2022-2023 school...
This year, RSD will be purchasing instructional materials (school supplies) for all RSD students K-12. This will ensure all students have access to the same materials at each gr...
RUSSELLVILLE Ark.- Russellville School District has announced Marcia Correia as the new London Elementary Principal. Mrs. Correia will be transitioning from her most recent role ...
RSD Names Deputy Superintendent
RUSSELLVILLE Ark. - Mr. Jeff Holt has been named Deputy Superintendent of Russellville School District. In this new role, Holt will oversee D...
Russellville Middle School Receives Highly Effective Schools Accreditation
Russellville Middle School announced today that it has earned Highly Effective Schools Accreditatio...
The Russellville School District Board of Education will conduct a regular board meeting on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. The board meeting will be located on the Russellvi...
RUSSELLVILLE Ark. - Russellville School District has announced the promotion of Mr. David Gaston as the Russellville High School Head Band Director. Mr. Gaston will be transitioni...
Russellville School District Hires New High School Principal
RUSSELLVILLE Ark . - The Russellville School District Board of Education is pleased to announce the selection ...
The RSD Board of Education will conduct a Regular Board Meeting, June 14, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. in the Gardner Auditorium. The meeting will be livestreamed on the Russellville School...
Russellville School District and Arkansas Tech University in Partnership for Career Coaching Program
Russellville School District and Arkansas Tech University in Partnership for Career Coaching Program.
Russellville School District is partnering with Arkansas Tech Universit...
Mr. Al Harpenau, Russellville High School Principal, has announced his retirement after 33 years of employment with the Russellville School District. Mr. Harpenau was hired i...
Russellville School District 2021 - 2022 Teacher of the Year Awards Presented
On May 19th, 2022 the Russellville School District presented the 2021-2022 Teacher of the Yea...
Dwight Elementary and Russellville Middle School Selected for the Highly Effective School Accreditation Cohort
David Farr, Principal of Dwight Elementary, and Sarah Monfee, R...
RSD School Board Approves Additional Bonus Funds for Certified and Classified RSD Staff
Russellville, AR, May 17, 2022 –In a regularly scheduled board meeting, the Russellvil...
Three Members of Russellville School District selected for Arkansas Thrive Leadership Academy
Joe Sitkowski, Assistant Principal at Russellville Middle School, Laura Binz, Pr...
Russellville School District Hires New Communications Specialist
Russellville School District recently hired Samantha Ballew for the Communications Specialist position. ...
Russellville High School will host two graduation ceremonies this Saturday, May 14th for the Class of 2022. Students with last names A-J will be recognized at 2:00pm and students...
In an effort to keep RSD families informed, there are potential upcoming changes to school meals during the 2022-23 school year.
The federal USDA waiver that allows sch...
May 2-6 is National Teacher Appreciation Week and RSD is inviting students, parents, families, and community members to share their thanks with our staff members by using one of o...
The RSD Board of Education will conduct a Regular Board Meeting, May 17, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. in the Gardner Auditorium. The meeting will be livestreamed on the Russellville School ...
We want to congratulate Oakland Heights Elementary teacher, Cheslea LaRue, who has been selected as a Cohort 7 member of the IMPACT Arkansas Fellowship. The IMPACT program...
The deadline for school choice is rapidly approaching. All applications are due by May 1 at RSD Central Office, 220 West 10th Street. More information is available under the PAR...
Kindergarten Registration Information- Welcome incoming RSD kindergarten families!
You may register online beginning April 4, 2022 Onsite Registration
April 11,...
College Park, MD –Two teachers from Arkansas have been nominated for the Patricia Behring Teacher of the Year award. Mrs. Aimee Mimms , a teacher at Russellville Junio...
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
Professional Physical, and Occupational Therapy Services
PROPOSALS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN 4 P.M., M...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
RSD Names Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
Russellville, Arkansas - The Russellville School District Board of Education is pleased to announce that...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Russellville, Arkansas - At approximately 2:50 p.m., the Russellville Police Department notified the Russellville School District regarding an inciden...
Please join us on Thursday, April 14th at 11:30am at The Center for the Arts as we celebrate our 10th Anniversary with the Russellville Chamber of Commerce, RSD School Board and T...
NASA You’ve Got Perseverance! -Elaina Hall Watch the Full Video of Elaina's NASA Experience here! Submitted by Holli Hall- Elaina Hall is in 8 th grade and the daughter o...
For Immediate Release
April 4, 2022
The Russellville School District Names New Girls Basketball Coach
Russellville, Arkansas - The Russellville School District...
The RSD Board of Education will conduct a Regular Board Meeting, April 12, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. in the Gardner Auditorium. The meeting will be livestreamed on the Russellville Schoo...
Please visit our RSD Student Enrollment Page for direct links to information on registration for the 2022-2023 school year.
Out of Zone Transfer Request
Pre...
The 2021-22 Junior High Quiz Bowl Team won the 6A quiz bowl tournament held in Lake Hamilton, AR on March 5, 2022. Team members were: Gidian Fuller, Ian Warnick, Luke S...
Cyclone Robotics teams bring home multiple awards at the Arkansas State Robotics Tournament Teams 967C, 967E, 967S, and 967Y earned spots to compete in the State Tou...
The Russellville School District and Dana Sumter, AP Coordinator, would like to congratulate six AP Computer Science A students that received monetary awards from ADE's AP Compu...
Out of an abundance of caution, Russellville School District will dismiss school today, Friday, March 11th at 12:30pm due to anticipated inclement weather.
The RSD Board of Education will conduct a Regular Board Meeting, March 15, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. in the Gardner Auditorium. The meeting will be livestreamed on the Russellville Schoo...
Recently Russellville High School began a program partnering with Dog Ear Books to renovate vending machines that will serve books through a new program sparked by the SOAR gran...
RHS Group Musical entries from Theatre II and Theatre III classes both received ratings of Excellent at the Arkansas Thespian Festival- Over 1,200 high school studen...
Trailblazers + ETHIC celebrates Russellville School District for contributing to the All Kids Bike program for six schools in Russellville, AR. "We've been working with...
Russellville School District would like to congratulate Senior Resource Officer Corporal Lee Goemmer on his retirement from duty and say thank you for his service to both ou...
Russellville Schools will be closed for on campus instruction tomorrow, Friday, February 25 due to inclement weather. Students will need to complete AMI assignments on google cl...
Russellville Schools will be closed for on campus instruction tomorrow, Thursday, February 24 due to inclement weather. Students will need to complete their AMI assignments on goo...
Russellville School District will be closed today for on campus instruction, Wednesday, February 23rd, as a precaution due to the winter weather that has been predicted for our ar...
Random Acts of Kindness Day ® is Thursday February 17, 2022
The work to create a kinder world never ends. There is no limit on the amount of goodness we can put into the ...
February 15 is now National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day, declared by the National Association of School Resource Officers (NASRO ) on Tuesday.
Our SRO's at ...
Rachel Jones-Marketing and Communications Coordinator Governor Asa Hutchinson has proclaimed the week of February 7-11, 2022 as National School Counselor Week in Arkansas. RS...
Rachel Jones, Marketing & Communications Coordinator Change of Scheduled Board meeting- The Board of Education will meet on the third Tuesday next month. March 15, 2022.
Rachel Jones, Marketing & Communications Coordinator
RJHS students participate in the Workforce Development program in partnership with the Russellville Area Chamber of...
RSD Board approves the revisions proposed based on the Governor's recent press conference. The details of the RSD Quarantine Guidelines are listed below:
February 2, 2022 Rachel Jones, Marketing & Communications Coordinator The Russellville Police Department, in partnership with the Russellville School District, would like to i...
Rachel Jones, Marketing & Communications Coordinator
Hoops for Hunger Reaches Record Success in its Sixth Year
Hoops for Hunger saw a huge success in December of 2...
Rachel Jones, Marketing & Communications Coordinator The Russellville School District ESL and Migrant Department gave out over 180 COVID at-home test kits to our families on ...
Rachel Jones, Marketing & Communications Coordinator
The RSD Board of Education has announced Dr. Ginni McDonald as Superintendent of Schools after a 7-0 unanimous vote . T...
January is Arkansas School Board Appreciation Month. We're thankful for the volunteer commitment these seven individuals have made to our students, staff, and teachers. #rsd #...
The RSD Board of Education will conduct a Regular Board Meeting, February 8, 2022, at 6 p.m. in the Gardner Auditorium. The meeting will be livestreamed on the Russellville School...
January 18, 2022
Following tonight's board meeting, McPherson & Jacobson, LLC issued a press release announcing finalists for superintendent interviews.
The pr...
Monday, January 17, 2022 In Remembrance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Russellville School District is out of school but will return Tuesday, January 18, 2022.
Statement from RSD Board President
The Russellville School District Board of Education conducted their Annual Review of Interim Superintendent, Andrew Vining, Tuesday nigh...
The Whirlwind Wallop Robotics Tournament has been postponed until Saturday, February 19th.
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
Rachel Jones, Marketing & Communications Coordinator
Due to increased Covid-19 cases, the Russellville School Board voted to transition to ...
Monday, January 10, 2022
Rachel Jones, Marketing & Communications Coordinator
For immediate release: Russellville Middle School has reached the 2% threshold for Pos...
Monday, January 10, 2022
Rachel Jones, Marketing & Communications Coordinator
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: RSD BUS EVACUATES STUDENTS SAFELY
The driver of Bus #48 noticed s...
Friday, January 7, 2022
Rachel Jones, Communications Coordinator
For immediate release: Russellville Intermediate School (RIS), Russellville Junior High School (RJHS)...
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Earlier today, the Arkansas Department of Education released revised guidance for public school in response to the recent CDC changes. This policy...
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Rachel Jones, Communications Coordinator
For immediate release: Oakland Heights Elementary School has reached the 10% threshold for Quarant...
January 5, 2022
Updates were announced recently by the CDC regarding revised quarantine guidelines for the general public. However, those guidelines exclude public school set...
Tuesday, January 4th First & Only Tournament Game Tonight at The Whirlwind Gym beginning at 5 p.m. Van Buren vs. Maumelle Girls Basketball Girls Tournament Boys Tournam...
Tuesday, January 4, 2022
Rachel Jones, Communications Coordinator
For immediate release: Sequoyah Elementary School has reached the 2% threshold for Positive COVID-19 C...
The RSD Board of Education will conduct a Regular Board Meeting, January 11 , 2022, at 6 p.m. in the Gardner Auditorium. The meeting will be livestreamed on the Russellville Schoo...
Sunday, January 2, 2022
Dear RSD Families, here is the latest information for COVID-19:
If your student is experiencing any covid-19 signs/symptoms, please keep h...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 14, 2021
Contact: Dr. Kenneth James, Lead Consultant
McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C.
501-366-3839
RUSS...
RMS band and choir had great performances on December 10, at the Center for the Arts! Great job Gales!
RHS student, Ashley Garcia has been accepted for the second year in a row to participate in the Harvard University program! She will be studying with Harvard professors and...
One hour early dismissal Friday, December 17, 2021 Christmas Break December 20- January 3, 2022!
The RHS Spanish Club visited Dwight Elementary and sang Spanish Christmas Carols to students this morning!
Pfizer Vaccine Clinics for students 5-11 years old are scheduled next week on Wednesday (15) & Thursday(16). Please see the graphic for dates and times. Contact your building ...
The RJHS EAST program had the privilege of spending time with the Russellville Fire Department this week. Students learned about what they do and all the services they provide to...
Announcement: RSD Covid Clinics for ages 5-11 scheduled for December 15 & 16 Anuncio: Clínicas RSD Covid para edades de 5 a 11 años programadas para el 15 y 16 de diciembre ...
The Russellville Junior High Bands’ annual Christmas Concert will be performed on Tuesday, December 7, at 6:30 p.m. at The Center for the Arts. This concert will feature the S...
The Christmas Choir Concerts for Russellville Middle School and Russellville Junior High School are scheduled for Monday, December 6th at The Center for the Arts. The Middle S...
The Christmas Choir Concerts for Russellville Middle School and Russellville Junior High School are scheduled for Monday, December 6th at The Center for the Arts.
The Middle Sc...
The RSD Board of Education will conduct a Regular Board Meeting, December 14, 2021, at 6 p.m. in the Gardner Auditorium. The meeting will be livestreamed on the Russellville Schoo...
Team 967Y from Cyclone Robotics competed at the "Space City Robotics Tournament" in Houston, TX on November 22 and 23, 2021. Space City is a national tournament where teams from...
Congratulations to Dwight Elementary School for their community grant of $5,000 from Walmart! RSD appreciates our community sponsorships! Thank you to our newest school board ...
The Christmas Choir Concerts for Russellville Middle School and Russellville Junior High School are scheduled for Monday, December 6th at The Center for the Arts.
Doors will o...
If interested in becoming a bus driver for the Russellville School District please contact Transportation Director, Christopher King at
christopher.king@rsdk12.net or 47...
Follow this link for complete information on Winter Weather Safety: https://sites.google.com/rsdk1... Winter can bring with it a wide variety of potentially dangerous w...
On Saturday, November 6th, the Cyclone Robotics Team won the Tournament Champion and Excellence Awards at the Nashville Classic Robotics Tournament in Nashville, AR.
Both ...
The Russellville School District Stakeholder Input Survey is available for parents, faculty, and community patrons today through November 18, 2021. We encouraged everyone to t...
You are invited to Russellville School District's Community Stakeholder Meeting at Gardner Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021.
The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. and...
The RSD Board of Education will conduct a Regular Board Meeting, November 16, 2021, at 6 p.m. in the Gardner Auditorium. The meeting will be livestreamed on the Russellville Schoo...
The October Student and Staff Members of the Month from each school across the district were recognized during the scheduled school board meeting, Tuesday, October 19, 2021. ...
Oakland Heights Elementary hosts nearly 1,000 students, families, staff, and community members during their Friday night O' Down.
Oakland Heights hosted its fir...
Students from the Russellville Junior High School chapter of Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), have been collecting socks for foster children in th...
CHANGES IN PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES EARLY DISMISSAL TIMES
Russellville School District Parent Teacher Conferences for PreK- 5th grades are scheduled for Monday, October...
The Report to Patrons was presented to the public and to the Board of Education by Mr. Jeff Holt during Tuesday night's scheduled board meeting, October 19, 2021, at Gard...
The School Board approves to continue the Test to Stay Program.
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
For Immediate Release:
In tonight's regularly scheduled meeting, the RSD Board of Education approved a recent settlement to end on-going litig...
Sequoyah Students participate in ATU's Artist in Residence program founded by the Windgate Foundation
See Full article at https://www.arkansastechnews.c... October 8...
"Great schools have great principals! Together with @NASSP @NAESP & @AFSAUnion, we’re honoring our principals all month long for National Principals Month! Principals, thank...
Updated Guidelines to the Test to Stay (TTS) Pilot Program Recent updates have been made to the guidelines of the Test to Stay (TTS) Pilot Program from the Arkansas Departmen...
RSD would like to thank Daylight Donuts for their partnership with our "Russellville School District Community Supporters" program! Faculty and Staff- *Don't forget to...
The RSD Board of Education will conduct a Regular Board Meeting, October 19, 2021, at 6 p.m. in the Gardner Auditorium. The meeting will be livestreamed on the Russellville School...
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
From the Office of the Superintendent
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: RSD BEGINS ‘TEST TO STAY PROGRAM’
Dear Parents/Guardians,
Beginning Wedn...
The recent "Devious Licks" Tik Tok Challenge causes a significant disruption to the learning process as well as being disrespectful to our schools and staff members. Anyone caught...
September 30, 2021 Cyclone Homecoming Information for October 1, 2021 RHS Homecoming Schedule: Homecoming Assembly at The Center for the Arts 9:45 Pep Rally @ Cyclone Are...
Click here for River Valley Now Full Story (Excerpts from RVN) 'On Tuesday afternoon, September 28, Air Evac Life Team 22 out of Paris, landed at the Russellville High Sch...
Team Cougar Tailgate
On Tuesday, September 28th, Center Valley held their first Team Cougar Tailgate. The drive-thru tailgate began with families picking up hot dog meals pr...
Homecoming Royalty Announced for 2021-2022
1st Row: Sophomores-Renee Bradford, Brenna Burk, Lauren Goodman
2nd Row: Juniors-Amy Varnell, Ellie Lamoureux, Sigrid Chris...
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
Rachel Jones, District Communications Coordinator
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CHANGES IN PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES EARLY DISMISSAL TIMES
Russe...
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
Good evening, RSD- Your weekly Covid-19 Communication from our Administration Team may be found posted on our website and social media accounts. ...
It's Taco Tuesday!
RSD Faculty and Staff- be sure to cash in on your coupon for Mayra's this week in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month! *Don't forget to tag us on our...
Community Support and Partnerships with RSD
RSD would like to thank General Manager, Summer Hutchinson, and staff at Super Fast Lube for their continued partnership with...
The Board of Education recognized our September students and staff members of the month from each building at their Tuesday Board Meeting at Gardner Auditorium. Please follow the...
Friday, September 24, 2021
Good evening, RSD-
Your weekly Covid-19 Communication from our Administration Team may be found posted on our website and social media ac...
Standardized Schedule for the 2021-2022 School Year
Important dates and reminders for parents for this school year-
Progress Reports Report Cards End of Quarter Dates ...
Tuesday, September 21, 2021 Russellville Board of Education unanimously voted that beginning tomorrow, Wednesday, September 22, 2021, that masks will be STRONGLY RECOMMENDED, ...
Tuesday, September 21, 2021 Good evening, RSD- Your weekly Covid-19 Communication from our Administration Team may be found posted on our website and social media accounts. Cur...
Russellville School Board Agenda Attached
Agenda for 09.21.21
The Board will meet tonight at Gardner Auditorium, the meeting is open to the public and will begin at 6 p...
UAMS Hosts Q & A Tonight!
UAMS is hosting an online Q&A panel regarding Students & COVID-19 this evening, 9/20/21, from 6:30 - 8:30 pm. Parents, teachers, and scho...
COVID-19 District Update Friday, September 17, 2021 Good Afternoon, RSD- Here is our weekly Covid-19 Communication from our Administrative Team. This information has been ...
From the Russellville Chamber of Commerce
If interested in becoming a donor, please contact Russellville High School 2203 S Knoxville Ave Russellville, AR 72802 Phone...
RSD Community Clinic Covid-10
for Second Dose
This is the letter previously sent home from school to those students who received their first dose from the prior clinic. ...
COVID-19 District Update
Tuesday, September 7, 2021 Good Afternoon, RSD- Here is our weekly Covid-19 Communication from our Administrative Team. This Information has bee...
Good Evening, RSD- Your weekly Covid-19 Communication from our Administration Team are now posted on our website and social media accounts, for August 27th. Currently, there are ...
WHO IS PROUD TO BE A CYCLONE, AND READY TO SHOW IT? Calling ALL Cyclone fans from Pre K- 12th grade, staff, teachers, parents, our loyal patrons, and RSD administrators- please...
Message for RSD Families considering virtual learning options Russellville Cyclone Virtu al Academy Student Registration will close for the new school year on ...
Please read letter from RSD Nursing Coordinator, Ms. Annie Schanink:
Community Covid-19 Vaccine Clinic
Help us spread the word for
Friday-August 20th
community wid...
Statement 08.09.2021 Monday, August 9, 2021
Russellville School District Superintendent Administration Team
Dear RSD Families:
The Arkansas Supreme Court, Arkansas...
Covid-19 Message from District Administrators for Students and Staff Russellville School District's Administration Team is asking for staff and parents cooperation in maintaini...
Covid-19 Quarantine Guidelines & Helpful Information for RSD Families Saturday, July 24, 2021
Dear RSD Families,
As part of our district’s continual monitoring of the...
AGENDA The media has been notified of this meeting. 1. The meeting will be called to order by Board President Golden. 2. Approve adding any addenda items to the agenda. 3....
RSD- a reminder from Dining Services
Mark your calendars for meal distribution dates this summer: Sundays at RJHS beginning at 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. Please share with thos...
School supply lists for the 21-22 school year will be posted as they become available!
2021-2022 School Supply Lists
New Leadership roles announced from Superintendent's Office for 2021-2022 School Year Russellville Interim Superintendent Andrew Vining has created his own Superintendent's leade...
RSD Board of Education Certified and Classified Minutes from June 15, 2021 Certified Board Action Classified Board Action
THE MEETING WILL BE HELD AT THE GARDNER AUDITORIUM AND WILL BE LIVE STREAMED. AGENDA The media was notified of this meeting. 1. The meeting will be called to order by the School...
Certified and Classified Staff See Increase in Base Pay following May School Board Meeting
The Russellville Board of Education approved salary increases for both certifi...
RCVA was one of only two virtual schools interviewed by APSRC for a series on effective virtual school practices and improvements.
See the interviews here: APSRC YouTube Pla...
School Board approves certified and classified personnel for the upcoming school year. Certified Board Action from 06.08.21 Classified Board Action from 06.08.21
As presented to the board by Mr. Jeff Holt during the Tuesday, June 8, called board meeting-
Russellville school district will use ESSER funding to provide pandemic pay...
Agenda for Called Meeting 06.08.2021 JUNE 8, 2021, CALLED BOARD MEETING RUSSELLVILLE ADMINISTRATION BUILDING AT 6:30 AGENDA The media was notified of this meeting. The board...
The 2020-2021 Preschool application is ready to pick up at the preschool office.
Parents can pick up a printed copy at the preschool office at 1000 South Arkansas, also known...
PROUD OF OUR STORMBOTS ROBOTICS TEAMS! On May 24 and 25, the Russellville Intermediate School (RIS) Robotics Team attended the VEX IQ World’s Tournament, virtually. The two R...
**RSD Learning Options Official Press Release
Wednesday, May 19, 2021 Andrew Vining, Interim. Superintendent
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Dear RSD Families, New guide...
Invitation to Bid for RSD Russellville School District is now accepting proposals for pest control services. Bid packets are available at the District Administration office at 2...
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION TUESDAY, MAY 18, 2021, 7:00 P.M. THE MEETING WILL BE HELD AT THE GARDNER AUDITORIUM. THE MEETING WILL BE LIVE-STREAMED AND CAN BE VI...
RMS and RJHS Parents- be on the lookout for COVID-19 Vaccination Consent forms sent home i...
RSD's maintenance department has TWO (11 months) positions open!
If you or someone you know are interested in a Custodial II position with hours from 2 p.m.-10 p.m., plea...
The Russellville Board of Education conducted a called board meeting on
Thursday, April 29, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. at the Administration Building.
The board overview and...
CALLED BOARD MEETING: RUSSELLVILLE BOARD OF EDUCATION ADMINISTRATION BUILDING CONFERENCE ROOM APRIL 29, 2021, AT 7:00 P.M. ...
From the Office of Justin Robertson, CFO & Asst. to Superintendent Wednesday, April 28, 2021 Request for Qualifications For Legal Services for the Russellville School District ...
April 26, 2021
For Immediate Release
Dear RSD Patrons,
Russellville Middle School staff responded Monday morning to an isolated medical incident.
The Russellville...
End-of-Year COVID-19 Guidance for Schools- Mask Policy Flow Chart Find the Mask Policy Flow Chart under Nursing Forms on our district website. AR Dept of Ed- COVID Guidan...
RSD Board President Chris Cloud Releases the Following Statement on Behalf of the Board of Education On January 20, 2021, the Board of Directors of the Russellville Scho...
School Board Meeting tonight at Gardner Auditorium REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION TUESDAY, APRIL 20, 7:00 P.M. INCLUDING ADDENDA ITEMS. THE MEETING WILL BE HELD AT T...
ADE offering free online tutoring to prepare for the ACT The Arkansas Department of Education (ADE) has launched a partnership with schoolhouse.world, a free online tutori...
The changes to RSD's District Support Plan following the Board of Education's meeting can be found in the updated document- RSD Support Plan (revised 03/2021) . Patrons of our di...
Minutes from Wednesday board meeting:
The Russellville Board of Education conducted a student hearing at 7:30 p.m. on April 7, 2021, at the Administration Building.
After th...
ACT Aspire Fast Facts-
Vertically articulated, standards-based system of summative, interim, and classroom assessments Aligned to ACT College Readiness Benchmarks and Commo...
Superintendent Dr. Mark Gotcher's COVID-19 Friday Update for April 2, 2021 We are pleased to continue to report some very encouraging numbers for you.
As of this communica...
Attached are the minutes from the School Board Meeting on March 31, 2021. To request audio of the meeting please call the Office of the Superintendent, 968-1306. Called Board ...
Wednesday, March 31, 2021
Dr. Mark Gotcher, Superintendent Mr. Chris Cloud, Board President
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
To our RSD families:
A motion and second to app...
MARCH 31, 2021, CALLED BOARD MEETING GARDNER AUDITORIUM, 7:30 P.M. SEATING FOR THE PUBLIC WILL BE AVAILABLE. DOORS OPEN AT 7:00 P.M.
The meeting will be called to order b...
Enrollment information posted!
It's that time again, time to register students for the next school year, 2021-2022.
We have one page for kindergarten, preschool, and virt...
RSD Families mark your calendars for kindergarten registration beginning Monday, April 5!
Called Board Meeting for 3.17.2021
RUSSELLVILLE BOARD OF EDUCATION MARCH 17, 2021, CALLED BOARD MEETING AT 7:00 ADMINISTRATION BUILDING CONFERENCE ROOM The meeting will be cal...
Board Overview from 3.16.21 Available now! Minutes from 03.16.21 Licensed Board Action Classified Board Action
RUSSELLVILLE, ARKANSAS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION TUESDAY, MARCH 16, 7:00 P.M. THE MEETING WILL BE HELD AT THE GARDNER AUDITORIUM AND WILL BE LIVE STR...
From the Office of the Superintendent for March 5th: We are pleased to continue to report some of our best numbers we have seen in several months.
As of this communication o...
Have you considered RSD's virtual learning option for the 2021-2022 school year!
Parents will need to fill out a separate form for each student they wish to enroll in RCVA. Pl...
We want to know... RSD would like to hear from our community, parents, and students! Please take the time to take this short survey on virtual learning. (Your participation ...
The media was notified of the meeting. 1. President Cloud called the meeting to order at 8:31 p.m. 2. All board members were in attendance. 3. There was a motion to enter executi...
The Russellville School Board will have a called board meeting tonight, March 4th at 8:30 p.m. at Russellville School District's Administration office in the boardroom.
I...
RSD Students and Families- Please plan on joining us in supporting our Lady Cyclone and Cyclone basketball teams this Thursday night as they compete in their conference tourname...
Parents- please remember that May 1 is the deadline for school choice. Parents who wish to choose our virtual learning option for this fall may designate that preference on your r...
Superintendent of Russellville Schools COVID-19 Friday Update for 02.26.21 We are pleased to report the best numbers we have seen in several months. With the number of folks rece...
The Russellville School District would like to collect data from the community in relation to virtual learning. Please take a few minutes to fill out this survey, even if you...
Cyclone Cheer has announced technique clinics as well as tryout dates for the 2021-2022 school year for 9th-11th graders. RHS Cheer tryouts are scheduled for March 15-19 from 3:...
Pope County Farm Bureau Women's Committee donates to RSD's Backpack program Russellville Board of Education member Jeff Carter with Farm Bureau presents a donation on behal...
Saint Mary's partners with Cyclone Football Booster Club for concussion prevention Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center CEO, Bob Honeycutt, presented a generous donation for co...
Governor Asa Hutchinson has proclaimed the last week of February as Gifted and Talented Awareness Week in Arkansas to recognize, support, and respect the unique and diverse needs...
Employees will be honored at the March School Board meeting on Tuesday, March 16, at 7 p.m.
Superintendent's COVID-19 Friday Update- February 12, 2021 Today, we continue to report very promising and encouraging numbers of those positive and quarantined.
As of thi...
ANNOUNCEMENT: SCHEDULE CHANGE FOR RJHS The scheduled PT/SSP Conferences have been rescheduled from Monday, Feb. 22nd. to Tuesday, Feb. 23rd. If you have any questions,...
ANNOUNCEMENT: Please mark the change in your calendar for March 1st-
there will be NO ONE HOUR EARLY DISMISSAL,(as currently reflected on the district calendar.) *Contac...
HOOPS FOR HUNGER is scheduled for Friday, February 12, at Cyclone Arena. Hoops for Hunger T-shirts are available through the Athletic Office and at all home games leading up to ...
Superintendent's COVID-19 Friday report for February 5, 2021: Thankfully, we are seeing some of the best numbers of those positive and quarantined since last mid-semester. Ou...
School Choice
School Choice Applications will be available beginning March 1, 2021.
School Choice is the option for those families who currently live in another school dis...
Out of Zone Transfer documents are for students who are in the Russellville School District and wish to transfer school zones for the upcoming year, 2021-2022.
Kindergar...
Superintendent's Friday COVID-19 Report for January 29, 2021
I am pleased to report some good news with respect to our current case numbers. We continue to see a decline in...
Superintendent's COVID-19 Friday Update 01.22.21 I want to provide our first weekly update for our second semester of the number of active positive cases and those actively qu...
School Choice
School Choice Applications will be available beginning March 1, 2021.
School Choice is the option for those families who currently live in another school dis...
State & Local Authorities proclaim January 2021 School Board Appreciation Month January has been declared by both Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson and Russellville Mayor Richar...
RSD SCHOOL BOARD AGENDA- INCLUDING ADDENDA ITEMS REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION TUESDAY, JANUARY 19, 7:00 P.M. BOARD AGENDA 01-19-21 THE MEETING WILL BE HELD A...
Superintendent's COVID-19 Friday Report: January 15, 2021
I want to provide our eighteenth weekly update of the number of active positive cases and those actively quaran...
New links for Parent, Student, & Teacher Websites Over the break eSchool, TAC and HAC all received updates, and have new links for logging in- You can find these resources unde...
It’s a new year, and it’s not too late to get the flu shot - the best way to prevent the flu for yourself and loved ones. You can get the flu shot at no cost to you at your Local H...
RSD welcomes students and staff back tomorrow, January 4, 2021! Please be mindful of yours and your student’s health and wellness before returning them to face-to-face instruction....
Dear RSD Family: Please read attached letter from acting superintendent, Mr. Jeff Holt regarding Monday, January 4, 2021.
Please read- return to school message from Je...
Statement released Monday, December 28, 2020: Dear Families- Yesterday’s (Sunday, December 27) meal distribution was a special distribution for the holiday week, separate fro...
AGENDA RUSSELLVILLE BOARD OF EDUCATION MONDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2020 THE RUSSELLVILLE BOARD OF EDUCATION WILL MEET MONDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2020, 7:00 P.M. AT THE ADMINISTRATION BUILD...
NIAAA Recognizes Ten High School Athletic Directors with Distinguished Service Awards RSD would like to congratulate our Athletic Director, Mr. Johnny Johnson, for being cho...
PLEASE SHARE! We want as many families as possible to benefit from West Fraser's generosity!
...
The RSD Board of Education will meet at 7 p.m. at Gardner Auditorium. Congratulations to our Employees of the Month! Oakland Heights - Robyn Goins (not in attendance) Second...
If you are considering traveling for the winter holidays, here are some important questions to ask yourself and your loved ones beforehand. These questions can help you decide w...
ATTENTION VIRTUAL LEARNERS: Virtual meal pick up (meals for the entire week) will be at RMS, RJHS, & the RHS campuses tomorrow, Tuesday, December 15, from 8:00-10:00 a.m. Please p...
Link to Press Release Announcing Holt as Acting Superintendent
For immediate release: RSD Board of Education Appoints ...
Superintendent Gotcher's weekly Covid-19 Friday Update for 12.11.20
As of this communication on December 11th we have:
60 active positive cases (24 last week) among stude...
RSD has made the decision to pivot to virtual learning days for RMS, RJHS, and the RHS campuses next week- Official Statement: Superintendent Virtual Press Release Russellv...
Press Release: Superintendent Gotcher's statement for continued on-site instruction At the time of this communication, Russellville School District will continue on-site inst...
Superintendent's COVID-19 Friday Update for December 4, 2020
As of this communication on December 4th we have:
24 active positive cases (24 before Thanksgiving) amon...
CDC updates quarantine guidelines
Governor Hutchinson has announced that Arkansas is adopting the
guidelines set forth by the CDC. These guidelines are effective immed...
Official Press Statement: Cyclone Head Football Coach Announced For immediate release:
Russellville School District School Board President, Mr. Chris Cloud and Superintende...
From the Office of the Superintendent- Friday Covid-19 Update from November 20, 2020
As of this communication on November 20th we have:
18 active positive cases (24 las...
Giving Tuesday History
Giving Tuesday aims to celebrate and promote charity and generosity. After two of the largest shopping days, Black Friday and Cyber Monday , Giving Tue...
Brrr! It's a chilly day back from the Thanksgiving holiday break. Please remember with temperatures dropping to dress students accordingly. You never know what to expect with this...
Important Announcement for RSD Families: Russellville Board of Education announces Friday, November 20, 2020 a Remote Learning Day District wide, Pre-K to 12 grade.
Due t...
Russellville Board of Education announced that this Friday. November 20, 2020 will be a Virtual Learning Day District wide, Pre-K to twelfth grade.
Official Statement: Board of Education Statement- for immediate release
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Mr. Chris Cloud, School Board President For immediate release: C...
Russellville Board of Education will meet tonight at Gardner Auditorium. Find the Board Agenda on our website, School Board Agenda, 11.17.20
Superintendent Dr. Mark Gotcher's Friday
COVID-19 Update for November 13, 2020
As of this communication on November 13th we have:
24 active positive cases (12 l...
Attention RHS Juniors,
There will be a meeting during advisory on Monday, November 16th at 9:45am in the cafeteria for anyone that is interested in attending Arkansas Gover...
Attention RSD Families & Staff:
The Pope County Health Unit is offering FREE Flu shots!
They request you to call ahead for their team to begin paperwork and...
The Arkansas Blood Institute provides a scholarship to an RHS student each year. Please join us and consider donating to this great cause.
Russellville High School Thu...
RSD's Thanksgiving Break Virtual Meals Sign Up RSD's Thanksgiving Break Virtual Meals Sign Up Form is now available online: https://docs.google.com/forms/...
Please fill ou...
Attention RSD Families: Thanksgiving Break Meals Distribution
RSD's Thanksgiving Break Virtual Meals Sign Up Form is now available online: https://docs.google.com/forms...
Released from RSD's Athletic Office: RUSSELLVILLE CYCLONE BASKETBALL GUIDELINES FOR CYCLONE ARENA
700 home tickets will be available for purchase. 100 visitor ticket...
MARK YOUR CALENDARS CYCLONES FANS: Our Russellville Cyclones take on the Sylvan Hills Bears at Sylvan Hills on Friday, Nov. 13th!
Attention RSD Families & Staff: The Pope County Health Unit is offering FREE Flu shots!
They request you to call ahead for their team to begin paperwork and ensure a s...
Superintendent Gotcher's Friday COVID-19 report for November 6, 2020:
As of this communication on November 6th we have:
12 active positive cases (9 last week) among s...
Attention RHS Juniors,
There will be a meeting during advisory on Monday, November 16th at 9:45am in the cafeteria for anyone that is interested in attending Arkansas Gover...
The deadline for the Hispanic Heritage Essay Contest has been extended until TOMORROW, November 7, 2020.
Altice USA, the parent company of Optimum and Suddenlink, announced ...
Russellville Cyclone Virtual Academy Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Wednesday, November 4, 2020 8:00 a.m. 1319 W. 12th Street, Russellville, AR
The deadline for the Hispanic Heritage Essay Contest has been extended until November 7, 2020.
Altice USA, the parent company of Optimum and Suddenlink, announced its annu...
Superintendent's COVID-19 Friday, October 30, 2020, Update
As of this communication on October 30th we have:
9 active positive cases (10 last week) among stude...
Reminder for RSD Families: No school Monday & Tuesday for Parent/Teacher Conferences! Meals will be distributed for BOTH days on Monday. Buses will begin their regular routes at ...
Subscribe to RSD's YouTube Channel! RussellvilleSchoolDistrictNews
RJHS Whirlwind Colors Day 2020
Thursday, October 29th
RJHS will host their annual Colors Day Assembly on Thursday, October 29th, 2020 via live stream on the Russellville ...
Russellville Junior High School Virtual Parent Teacher Conferences have been rescheduled for Monday, November 2, 2020 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
THE 2020 THEME: Be Happy. Be Brave. Be Drug Free. (TM) This year's Red Ribbon Week theme will help amplify the campaign's mission to encourage children, families and communitie...
RSD Flu Clinic Information
RSD Flu Clinic begins Monday, October 26th and is available to both students and staff.
Virtual learning students may receive their shot at t...
Superintendent's Friday COVID-19 Update for Friday, October 23, 2020
As of this communication on Friday, October 23rd we have:
10 active positive cases (26 last week) ...
RSD Flu Clinic Information RSD Flu Clinic begins Monday, October 26th and is available to both students and staff. Virtual learning students may receive their shot at the sc...
RJHS Whirlwind Colors Day events announced RJHS will host their annual Colors Day Assembly on Thursday, October 29th, 2020 via live stream on the Russellville School District N...
Warning Signs of Bullying: Not all children who are bullied exhibit warning signs, but changes in a child's behavior can indicate a problem. Watch for these nine signs that a c...
RJHS Whirlwind Colors Day 2020 Events Announced
RJHS will host their annual Colors Day Assembly on Thursday, October 29th, 2020 via live stream on the Russellville School D...
RCVA Hosts Google Meets on Thursday & Friday Russellville Cyclone Virtual Academy will host two Google Meets for parents and students tonight, Thursday at 6 p.m. and Friday morni...
TRAUMA, BULLYING, AND BUILDING RESILIENCE WEBINAR
Thursday, October 22, 2020
1 p.m to 2 p.m. Central Time
Join @SSLearn and @StopBullyingGov for a Facebook Live event ...
RSD is thankful for our Principals! Principals - they provide visionary leadership, collaborative climates, growth and encouragement, and project management. #ThankAPrincipal ...
RSD's October employees of the month were presented to the Board of Education at last night's meeting. Congratulations to those honored, we are better because of you!
TRAUMA, BULLYING, AND BUILDING RESILIENCE WEBINAR Thursday, October 22, 2020 1 p.m to 2 p.m. Central Time Tomorrow, 2pm to 3pm ET, join @SSLearn and @StopBullyingGov for a ...
10 Principals Named Recipients of 2020 Terrel H. Bell Award for Outstanding School Leadership WASHINGTON — U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos today named 10 principal...
RSD's Board of Education Minutes from 10.20.20 Minutes from 10-20-20 Minutes from 10-20-20 (2) Minutes from 10-20-20 (3)
The Russellville Board of Education will meet tonight at Gardner Auditorium. The meeting will be live streamed on RSD's Facebook. Follow this link for Board Agenda -https://cor...
Superintendent's Friday COVID-19 Report for Friday, October 16, 2020-
As of this communication on October 16th we have:
26 active positive cases (18 last week) among st...
Subscribe to our YouTube page! RSD has a new YouTube page to keep everyone informed of all things RSD!
Follow this link and subscribe to our page, tell your friends and famil...
Please see the attached board overview for October 12, 2020. 10.12.20 Called Board Minutes
Attention RHS students! Monday, October 19, at 10:30 a.m., Ms. Cox, Mrs. Lewis, and Mrs. Perkins will meet with students in the GPR to kick off this year's book club. #CyclonesR...
The Russellville Board of Education will conduct a called board meeting Monday, October 12, 2020, at 7:00 p.m. at the Administration Building. The agenda is attached for viewi...
DEADLINE QUICKLY APPROACHING:
Students in grades kindergarten through 7th grade, the deadline for choosing Russellville Cyclone Virtual Academy or returning to school for Onsit...
Superintendent's COVID-19 Friday Update For October 9, 2020.
As of this communication on October 9, we have:
18 active positive cases (7 last week) among students ...
Russellville Junior High School Virtual Parent Teacher Conferences
have been rescheduled for
Monday, November 2, 2020
2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
If you are currently an in sport athlete (i.e. Football or Volleyball), and need a different tryout date due to scheduling conflicts please contact Coach DuVall. >&g...
Follow this Link for Important dates for RHS .
Important Dates 2020-2021
(All events are subject to change due to COVID-19 guidelines)
October 3 - SAT Qui...
Russellville Cyclone Virtual Academy, (RCVA) is a school within RSD that is virtual for students whose needs may be met better in a different environment than the tra...
Russellville School District is proud to announce Russellville Cyclone Virtual Academy Teachers chosen for the 2020-2021 school year.
2020-2021 RCVA Teachers
Amos Anders...
Superintendent's COVID-19 Friday Update for October 2, 2020
from the office of the superintendent: Friday, October 2, 2020, COVID-19 Friday Update
Dr. Gotcher will provide ...
T-shirt order forms for Cyclone Volleyball DIG PINK!
Russellville Junior High School Virtual Parent Teacher Conferences have been rescheduled for
Monday, November 2, 2020
2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. ...
DIG PINK: CYCLONE VOLLEYBALL BREAST CANCER AWARENESS Tuesday, Oct 13, 2020
Cyclones vs. Mountain Home
JV Game begins at 5:00 p.m.
Varsity game to follow
$...
CYCLONE HOMECOMING Tickets Pre-Sale Information- Presales for the homecoming game will begin Monday-Wednesday(Oct 5-7) for football, band, cheer, and dance parents. The Athlet...
The Russellville School District completed its second 'Youth Leadership' program on Wednesday, September 30th.
Participants met at ANO, where the students received certif...
Official Statement from Board of Education President Cloud and Superintendent Gotcher following called board meeting on September 29, 2020 is now available.
Audio recording of...
Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m.
On behalf of superintendent Dr. Mark Gotcher and RSD Board President,Mr. Chris Cloud, there will be 3...
Correction from Friday, September 25:
It was stated that there was a 42% increase in students quarantined when actually it was a 75% increase. The corrected statistics a...
Whirlwind football for 8th grade has been cancelled for Thursday, September 24, 2020.
Ninth grade will take on Searcy beginning at 7 p.m.
From the Office of the Superintendent: Friday, September 18, 2020 COVID-19 Friday Update
Dr. Gotcher will provide weekly updates of the number of active positive cases and thos...
ATTENTION RSD COMMUNITY:MEAL DISTRIBUTION INFORMATION
From now until the end of the year, children ages 18 and younger are eligible for free breakfast and lunch, whether they ar...
The Russellville School Board Will Meet Friday, September 18, 2020 The Russellville Board of Education will conduct a committee meeting today at the Administration Building at 11...
Information released to K-8 Families
Video and written statements from superintendent Gotcher and Board President Cloud to our kindergarten through eighth grade families....
September Board Minutes
The Russellville Board of Education met Tuesday, September 15, at Gardner Auditorium. Congratulations to RSD's September employees of the month- ...
School Board agenda has been posted, the BOE will meet tonight at Gardner Auditorium. Join us on RSD's Facebook for livestream of the meeting. Follow this link: School Board Ag...
Visit for more information and rankings Russellville High School 2020 Rankings
Russellville High School has been ranked #28 in AR High Schools and #3,231 in the National Rank...
'I LOVE MY RSD' Fundraiser- COVID-19 faculty/staff benefit Please have orders placed by September 15th.To Place an Order go to: https://iluvrsvl.itemorder.com/ RMS and RJHS lea...
Russellville Board of Education is scheduled to meet Tuesday, September 15, 2020. The meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m., and can be found on our RSD facebook page.
Superintendent's COVID-19 Friday Update
From the Superintendent's Office: Friday, September 11, 2020 COVID-19 Update
Dr. Gotcher will provide weekly updates of the number ...
ATTENTION RUSSELLVILLE HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS AND PARENTS- Lifetouch will be at RHS on
Wednesday, September 9, 2020,
for fall photos!
Order forms will be sent out as soo...
To all of our RSD Families:*Please help us pass this important message on to other families in our district.
ATTENTION: USDA makes announcement that meals will be extended beg...
Superintendent's COVID-19 Friday Update
From the Superintendent's Office: Friday, September 4, 2020 COVID-19 Update
Dr. Gotcher will provide weekly updates of the number o...
Arkansas Free Wifi Mapping
A crowd-sourced effort to locate and share locations with free WiFi access. https://ar-wifi-map-uark.hub.arcgis.com/app/3de10c8bfdd448a9942256...
CDC Video explaining the difference between 'quarantine' and isolation.' When should you stay home(quarantine) and when you should isolate.
ATTENTION: USDA makes announcement that meals will be extended beginning August 31. RSD Families may receive free meals during Option B pick-up on Mondays, for any child 18 and ...
*Noteworthy Information found on the CDC website addressing- "Who needs to quarantine?" https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/quarantine.html Who needs t...
Do you know the difference in COVID-19 symptoms vs. seasonal allergies? Follow this link for more information from the CDC including symptom tracker: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavi...
'I LOVE MY RSD' Fundraiser- COVID-19 faculty/staff benefit
RMS and RJHS leaders introduce a benefit for Russellville School District employees who may experience hardships foll...
RSD's Maintenance and Grounds would like to extend thanks to our local partners who have made the first week of school a success. We appreciate the commitment to our schools and ...
Official Release: RSD Superintendent Press Release Monday, August 31, 2020
Dear RSD Community,
It is with great sadness that I share with you the passing of RSD bus driv...
From the Superintendent's Office: Friday, August 28, 2020 COVID-19 Update Dr. Gotcher will provide weekly updates of the number of active positive cases and those quarantined amo...
RSD Athletics: Tickets available for RHS vs. Morrilton game There are a limited number of tickets available for tomorrow night's game versus Morrilton. The public may purch...
ATTN: Gales/Whirlwinds/Cyclones
To our volleyball and football parents, students, and fans RSD is asking the following from you to help us all with safety and social dist...
COVID-19 Communication for Staff and Students- from Point of Contact, Nurse Annie Schanink Thank you in advance for your cooperation. Together we can help keep our Russellvill...
School Bus directives for RSD students for the 2020-2021 school year -
Look under Transportation or our Back to School information page.
Questions? Contact the Transp...
Conagra & Wal-Mart support RSD back to school- RSD would like to sincerely thank ConAgra for their generous donation of Lysol wipes (over 50,000,) along with Russellville W...
https://www.facebook.com/River...
RMS FAMILIES: Med drop-off and sign in for the school year will be from 9am to 2pm, Thursday and Friday. PARENTS will not have the opportunity to drop-off medications on the...
RSD is committed to keeping our community safe and our schools even safer, but we are a TEAM! We have to work together! Remember-if you see something, say something,...
RSD is Hiring Bus Drivers- the Transportation department is looking to hire route drivers, activity and trip drivers, and subs. If you are interested please contact Eston.Jo...
School Bus directives for RSD students for the 2020-2021School year are now posted. Look under Transportation or our Back to School information page. Questions? Contact t...
School Nurse COVID Communication Flow Chart - as discussed in our past School Board Meeting and in River Valley Now’s, ‘RSD... goes back to school’ nursing segment ...
For students who need to speak to someone trustworthy and familiar, with just one unanimous text you can prevent violence against others, on or off school campus, you can prevent ...
B & C students virtual meal sign-up forms available
Meal Distribution Information:
Virtual Meal Sign-Up Form Meals will be provided to virtual students who opt in by co...
Meal distribution participation survey & sign-up document available to complete: For families who are planning on participating in the meal distribution program this school year, ...
For families who are planning on participating in the meal distribution program this school year, please complete our participation survey. We are gathering data to prepare for...
Meal Distribution Information: Virtual Meal Sign-Up Form Meals will be provided to virtual students who opt in by completing the weekly sign up form. The form will be emailed t...
Online registration is now available for parents- While not all forms and district processes are covered with this new system, we are excited to have a great starting point for...
RSD is Hiring Bus Drivers- the Transportation department is looking to hire route drivers, activity and trip drivers, and subs. If you are interested please contact Eston.Jones@...
Follow these links for documents in both english and spanish. Questions? Contact the Transportation Department at 479.890.8561. Bus Directives-Spanish Bus Directives- English...
Meal distribution will be for RSD students, and will begin on Monday, August 24. Parents will need to preorder meals for their students the prior Thursday of each week. RJHS wi...
TUNE IN TONIGHT: River Valley Now's episode of 'RSD... goes back to school' Social Emotional Learning addition with Director of Special Services and RSD's District Mental Heal...
School Board Overview available- The Board of Education met Thursday, August 6, at Gardner Auditorium. The "working" meeting approved agenda items can be found under documents on...
RSD Board President, Chris Cloud, after careful consideration following Thursday night's "working" school board meeting, would like to introduce the members of RSD's 'Ready for Le...
Important District Contacts For specific questions regarding the beginning of the school year, curriculum, or daily procedures in your student's building you are encouraged...
Here are 5 things to know from the Office of the Superintendent Dr. Mark Gotcher: 1. The RSD Board of Education will meet tonight
Families can participate via Livestream ...
Still have questions about our blended learning models? Watch River Valley Now's Sunday episode of RSD... goes back to school. Technology Episode To register your child for optio...
https://www.facebook.com/105190914152225/videos/397990007842529/
RSD Board of Education Meeting will meet at Gardner Auditorium at 7 p.m. Tuesday night, August 4, 2020.
The meeting will be livestreamed on RSD's Facebook page for the public...
RSD Board of Education Meeting will meet at Gardner Auditorium at 7 p.m. Tuesday night, August 4, 2020.
The meeting will be livestreamed on RSD's Facebook page for the public. ...
ACT will communicate changes through email: Please check your email on file with ACT for changes in testing centers, updates, cancellations, and future important information...
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT FOR RSD TEACHERS FROM ASTA
ATTENTION RSD TEACHERS: Per Mrs. Shanna Morgason, Senior Regional Director-Arkansas State Teachers Association (ASTA)
RSD q...
Russellville School District would like to congratulate Dewayne Dove for being named Arkansas Bandmaster of the Year! We are proud of your accomplishments!
5 Things to Know from the Office of the Superintendent, Dr. Mark Gotcher, for Thursday,July,30,2020
1. Deadline Extended to August 6, 2020
Parents may choose be...
Official Statement from RSD:
This week several high school cheerleaders tested positive for Covid 19. RSD’s Athletic Department has cancelled cheer practices until further n...
District Contact Information for Parents-
For any further questions regarding the beginning of the school year, curriculum, or daily procedures in your student's building you ...
ATTENTION RSD TEACHERS: Per Mrs. Shanna Morgason, Senior Regional Director-Arkansas State Teachers Association (ASTA) RSD qualifies for our $500 Classroom Makeover drawing! If yo...
Follow the link to our website Russellville Cyclone Virtual Academy Information "option C"
School Nurse COVID Communication Flow Chart - as discussed in Board Meeting.
Visit our website for Elementary School Supply List 2020-2021 !
RSD's summer meal program has been extended through August 14, 2020 for RSD families. Weekly meals can be picked up one day a week on Tuesdays, between 10:30-12:30 p.m. at Crawfor...
School supply lists are posted, for more information look to your student's school website and social media accounts for updated information.
Supply Lists can be found on the d...
Safety at RSD is a team effort, we are committed to working together to keep our district and those we care about safe.
If you SEE something, SAY something. Text RUS