One of RSD's own was recognized by Business Week Magazine as one of the top movers and shakers in Arkansas during their annual '40 under 40' banquet on June 19 in Little Rock, AR. Amy Bynum Whitehead is a 2002 RHS graduate, PCED, and Assistant Vice President for Community, and Workforce Development in the Division of Outreach & Community Engagement at the... READ MORE >

Elementary Students of the Monthleft to right: Center Valley- Andrew Lindsey, London- Poppy Midwell, Oakland Heights- Khairi Gallegos, Dwight- Takia Freeman, Crawford- Jack Latham, Sequoyah- Joanne Kim Secondary Students of the Monthleft to right: RHS- Yuselmi Garcia, RJHS- Jaiden Berry ( not pictured- RMS- Taleigha Ealy, SLC- Nathan Duran) READ MORE >

Driver's Ed. dates announced: May 29 - June 21, 2019, contingent upon enrollment. The course offers at least 30 hours of classroom instruction, 6 hours of behind the wheel instruction, and 6 hours of in the car observation. Cost is $150.00, contact Dan Boroughs, RHS EAST Facilitator, for more information. dan.boroughs@russellvilleschools.net READ MORE >

FREE meal program for the River Valley has announced dates, locations, and times for this summer beginning May 29 through August 2, 2019!Breakfast & Lunch will be served to anyone 18 & under, no registration necessary. Lunch will be delivered from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. For questions contact us @ 479.498.8836. READ MORE >

Monday, May 13, 2019 FALSE ALARM AT LONDON ELEMENTARY Russellville Police Department responded to London Elementary School today, May 13, 2019, after The RAVE panic app was accidentally initiated. “London Elementary went through lockdown procedures through precautionary action. Area law enforcement were on the scene immediately upon receiving the... READ MORE >

Lori Lamb, Director for Alternative Education with the Arkansas Department of Education awarded Bridget Smith, Sarah Connerly, and Eli Cranor with awards for excellence in Alternative Learning Education. Lamb expressed that 'Russellville School District has one of the best ALE programs in the state and even the nation!' RSD's ALE program is headed by Mr. Josh... READ MORE >

Join us for a come and go reception to welcome RSD's Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning Dr. Danny Brackett.Thursday, May 23, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.The Center for the Arts READ MORE >

ATTENTION 4TH GRADE parents and families:UE5G Orientation night is scheduled forMonday, May 13, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. READ MORE >

Please join us for a come and go reception to celebrate the retirement of Assistant Superintendent Alene Bynum from the Russellville School District. The Center for the ArtsFriday, May 3, 20192:30 pm -4:30pm READ MORE >

Matt Jackson and Richard Pierce from Farm Bureau presented Mrs. Wortham with a plaque and $1,000 Monday, April 29, 2019.The National Agriculture in the Classroom website provides K-12 educators with engaging resources to increase agricultural literacy among their students. The Arkansas Ag in the Classroom program was created to promote awareness of the importance... READ MORE >

The Russellville High School Quiz Bowl team defeated Greenwood 355-270 in thetelevised 6A state title game on Saturday. The Cyclones’ win gave them their fourthconsecutive state championship.Coach Paul Gray added, “This is only the second time in Arkansas history for a team to win four state championships in a row. Watson Chapel did it between 2011-2014. Our kids... READ MORE >

The Russellville Cyclone Quiz Bowl Association and AETN have arranged a special and local way you can be a part of the game.The OLD BANK is hosting a WATCH PARTY from 11 am to noon, Saturday, April 27, 2019. AETN Cameras will be on site at the OLD BANK Watch Party to film fans as we cheer on the Cyclones while they compete for their 4TH STRAIGHT State Championship! READ MORE >

RHS Students chosen to attend Governor's School are Jorge Alvidrez, Katherine Ausborn, Isabella Blair, Daxon Carreiro, Kathryn Causey, Annabelle Clark, Jaedon Enchelmayer, Emily Godoy, Emily Kennard, Genevieve Manly, Chiane Nesbitt, Qui Nguyen, Kyerra Norton, Venkat Tathagat Prayaga, and Katelyn Williams.Founded in 1979 by Gov. Bill Clinton, Arkansas Governor’s... READ MORE >

On April 18-19, 2019 The Spin Online Newspaper and Muse Literary Magazine Staff attended the Arkansas Scholastic Press Association Convention in Springdale, Arkansas and received a total of 34 awards. The 2019 Muse Literary Magazine earned the highest honor awarded by ASPA, ranking All-Arkansas for the third consecutive year. The staff received five Honorable... READ MORE >

ACT Aspire Spring Assessment Testing district wide READ MORE >

Follow this link to take the survey: https://hanover-research.qualt... READ MORE >

Congratulations to 13 Russellville High School students who have earned the Arkansas Seal of Biliteracy for demonstrating proficiency in English and one or more other languages by their high school graduation. Students can use their Seal of Biliteracy recognition on college and job applications to showfuture employers and admissions offices that they are... READ MORE >

Congratulations to our April Students of the Month! Secondary, pictured left to right: UE5G-Lawson Lewis, RJHS- Alysay Ramirez, RMS- David Reed, RHS-Ivan Rash. (not pictured: SLC-Kristen Scherny.) Elementary, pictured left to right: Crawford- Mizel Cuevas, Sequoyah- Darli Morales, Center Valley- Hazel Smith, London-Marley McClanahan, Oakland Heights-Carter... READ MORE >

Russellville Board of Education will meet tonight, April 16, 2019 at Central Office. READ MORE >

For questions email amyrcurl71@gmail.com, accepting registration up to day of event. READ MORE >

Beginning April 4, 2019, the Pope County Health Unit will have extended hours on Thursday's from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. They will continue regular business hours from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. throughout the week. This adjustment is to accommodate those who need extended evening hours. Questions may be directed to Judy Bradley, LHU Adm., 479-968-6004. READ MORE >

The 2019 Climate Survey for RSD is now available! Parents who previously signed up for email notifications will have an email sent to them with instructions, but those who would like to participate can follow this link; https://hanover-research.qualt...Please only take the survey once to ensure accuracy! Community members and parents who don't receive an email... READ MORE >

WE ARE EXPERIENCING TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES WITH OUR ABSENTEE AND TARDY NOTIFICATION SYSTEM. UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE WE WILL NOT BE SENDING OUT CALLS TO ALERT OF YOUR STUDENT'S ABSENCE. READ MORE >

Crawford Elementary teacher, Michael Pennington wrote a grant to the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission and was awarded over $1,500 for school grounds improvement in March, 2019! The grant proposal was to purchase 12 benches to add around Crawford Elementary's campus. Pennington says, 'I wanted to encourage students, staff, and community members to go outside and... READ MORE >

Russellville School District is now accepting referrals for student placement in the Gifted and Talented (G/T) Program for the 2019-2020 school year. The completed forms must be returned to your child's school by Friday, April 5, 2019.The G/T program is designed to serve high potential/high performing students who demonstrate above average intellectual ability,... READ MORE >

Ms. Janetta Carney recognized RHS student Marisa Davis at Tuesday nights school board meeting. Davis took home 1st place as well as a bid to compete in the National Speech and Debate Tournament in Dallas, TX, June 16-21, 2019.Marisa was also the top competitor for the weekend in her event and was asked to represent the state of Arkansas in Dramatic Interpretation... READ MORE >

Cheyenne Henderson was awarded the State Diamond Award at Tuesday night's Board of Education meeting by her teacher, Mrs.Tracy Guiltner.Congratulations to Cheyenne and her family! We are proud of you! READ MORE >

Students of the Month were honored at last nights School Board meeting.Elementary Student of the Month:Left to Right-Oakland Heights-Brent Noble, Crawford-Lluvia Lagunas, Dwight-Samantha Stottman, and Sequoyah-Lily Hovis.Not pictured: London-Kira Hopkins, and Center Valley- Fernando Alonzo.Secondary Students of the Month:Left to Right-RMS-Tessa Freeman, RJHS-Ellie... READ MORE >

Summer Camp registration for the 'LiL Cyclone Volleyball Skills Camp' is now open! Girls who have completed 1st – 5th grade may register.The camp dates are June 3rd-4th, 6-7:30 p.m. at the Cyclone Arena. *Must register by May 15th to guarantee a t-shirt!Contact Ashley Jackson, Senior High Volleyball Coach at ashley.jackson@russellvilleschools.net for more... READ MORE >

The 'UE5G Robotics Team 2' took home the win at the VEX IQ STATE ROBOTICS CHAMPIONSHIP held at Tucker Coliseum on Thursday, March 7, 2019. They were paired with another team in the final match, and scored 26 points for the win! This is the school's first year to have robotics teams and both UE5G teams qualified for the final rounds. Team 2 has now qualified to... READ MORE >

ATU announces dates for upcoming summer volleyball camps beginning June 3, 2019. Register online at http://www.arkansastechvolleyballcamps.com. Contact Head Coach Kera Dukic for more information at (479) 356-2107 or kdukic@atu.edu.Online registration is encouraged. READ MORE >

RSD announces that London and Sequoyah Elementary and Russellville Junior High School have all been recognized as Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Distinguished Schools for providing broad access to transformative learning opportunities for students through PLTW LaunchTM. There were 214 elementary schools across the U.S. to receive this honor, and two of only eight... READ MORE >

The Vex IQ State Robotics Championship will be held on March 7, 2019 at Arkansas Tech University's Tucker Coliseum. There are 29 teams from across Arkansas selected based on their season performance to attend the state tournament. Russellville Schools will hold 7 of those 29 slots, nearly one fourth of the field! 'This is a great accomplishment for Russellville's... READ MORE >

Dwight Elementary kindergarten and first grade students traveled to the Clinton Library on Wednesday, February 27, to participate in the celebration of Dr. Seuss’ birthday. All students participated in various reading activities and each left with their own Dr. Seuss book!! READ MORE >

Russellville School District has been made aware of an alarming social media challenge that is aimed towards children and young adults, called the ‘Momo Challenge.’ We urge all parents to become aware of this threat and monitor their children’s use of social media, apps, and the internet.The “Momo Challenge” begins with a chat that encourages the receiver to do... READ MORE >

We are excited to announce the addition of a community blessing booth at London Elementary! A special thank you to Dr. Justin Killingsworth and the ATU Agri Education Department, along with several Tiger families, who turned a dream into a reality for our London community. READ MORE >

Mr. Johnston from Russellville High School received the highest honor given to PLTW teachers; *PLTW Outstanding Teacher* on February 18, 2019 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Johnston was recognized at the Project Lead The Way national conference-PLTW Summit in front of hundreds of attendees, including teachers from across the United States. Way to go Mr. Johnston!... READ MORE >

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Join our Cyclones Friday and Saturday at Russellville Aquatic Center for State Championship Swim & Dive competition! READ MORE >

Mrs. Alene Bynum announced her retirement at the February 19, 2019 School Board meeting. Bynum joined the RHS faculty in 1991 after teaching for a year in the Dardanelle Public Schools. She served as a high school social studies teacher, Russellville Junior High School Principal and Assistant Superintendent for Personnel, Curriculum and Instruction, for the last... READ MORE >

Students of the Month for February 2019 Elementaryleft to right Isabella Lynch-Dwight, Isaiah Salazar-Oakland Heights, Gerardo Vazquez-Rodas-Sequoyah, Cruz Meza-Nava-Crawford, Kashlee Price-London, and Malia Van Dyne-Center Valley Secondaryleft to right Damaris Escobar-RMS and Ashley Zometa-RJHS(not pictured: DaeJuan Ford-UE5G, Donnie Pagel-RHS, and William... READ MORE >

RJHS students in Mrs. Holly Sutterfield's EAST class interviewed veterans on Friday, February 15, 2019 to learn more about the history that can be taught through our veterans.Pictured are Dawson Shafer, Reed Sykes, and Mason Brady with Major Jock Davis. READ MORE >

The Black History Heritage Club would like to invite the community to attend the Black History Program on February 21, 2019, at 6:30 pm in the RHS cafeteria. The program was created to bring the community together and recognize the achievements of African Americans. This year the theme of the program is "Hero" (dedicated to African Americans that members look up... READ MORE >

Pancake Fundraiser for Cyclone and Lady Cyclone Soccer Teams, Sunday, February 17, 2019. Join us from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. at Stoby's- ONLY $5! READ MORE >

Reminder: ALL Russellville Schools will be dismissed one hour early on Monday, February 18, 2019. Traditional Parent-Teacher conferences will be held for grades 8th -12th from 4:00-7:00 p.m. READ MORE >

Lots going on this weekend in the Russellville School District! Here are just a few; remember free admission for all students to school-sponsored events! Show your support for our schools and their amazing programs! READ MORE >

Reminder for parents: no school Monday, February 11 and Tuesday, February 12 for parent-teacher conferences. Monday, February 11th conferences will be held from 1-7 p.m. for all RMS students, and RJHS and RHS will host their Student Success night. Tuesday, February 12 conferences for grades K-5 will be held from 1-7 p.m. Traditional conferences for students at RJHS... READ MORE >

The Center for the Arts is honored to host the USAF Band of Mid-America February 12, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.The United States Air Force Band of Mid-America Concert Band represents the professionalism and excellence found every day throughout the Air Force. This diverse, 45-piece ensemble’s repertoire ranges from symphonic band masterworks, to traditional marches, modern... READ MORE >

The Russellville School Board has announced that students K-12 will be able to enter all school-sponsored events at no cost beginning February 2019! Students will be allowed to enter, at no cost, to any school-sponsored event if they wear a school shirt to verify that they are a student of the district. (If they do not have a school shirt, we will honor their word... READ MORE >

Russellville School District is now hiring school bus drivers! Contact Transportation Director, Eston Jones at 890-8561 or online at russellvilleschools.net. Class B CDL with School Bus and Passenger Endorsement Required *Training is available. READ MORE >

*Come support the arts and dig a night of far-out, groovy fun!* Cyclone Theatre will present "Welcome to the 60's" Dessert Theatre next Monday, Jan 21st and Tuesday, Jan 22nd, at 7 p.m. on the Main stage of The Center for the Arts!Tickets are $10 per person and include our dessert buffet and show! The show will feature our students State Thespian Festival... READ MORE >

RSD JANUARY STUDENTS OF THE MONTH RUSSELLVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICTTUESDAY, JANUARY 15, 2018Congratulations to the following students who were selected as the Students of the Month for January. The students were recognized at the January Board of Education meeting. ELEMENTARY:Sequoyah-Hallie Grace Miller Dwight- Emmalyn StormOakland Heights-Anahi Sanchez... READ MORE >

Congratulations to the following students who were selected as the Students of the Month for December. The students were recognized at the December Board of Education meeting. ELEMENTARY:BEN KILLINGSWORTHSAHALIE TAYLORCOOPER JONESJEREMIAH BRANHAMYEIRA HERNANDEZ-VALLADARESLEVI CRITES SECONDARY:NYSSA MENCHACCA MICHAEL ROGERSMELANIE CALITO ZACH SHAMSIEMAGGIE... READ MORE >

The Russellville School Board is now accepting letters of interest and resumes from individuals seeking appointment for the Zone 3 board vacancy that will occur January 1, 2019. The appointment will begin in January 2019 and end after the May 2019 primary elections. Interested individuals must reside in Zone 3 and are asked to submit a letter of interest along... READ MORE >

Russellville High School Cyclone Theatre will present "You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown" on September 28 and 29th at 7 pm and September 30th at 2 pm at The Center for the Arts. This fun-filled musical highlights a day in the life of the beloved Peanuts characters by Charles Schultz. Linus totes his blanket as Lucy pines after the Beethoven-loving Schroeder, Sally... READ MORE >

Congratulations to the following students who were selected as the Students of the Month for September. The students were recognized at the September Board of Education meeting. Bentley Hampton, Center Valley Micah Garay, Crawford Bentlee Smith, Dwight Ashton Grice, London Rylann Fetters, Oakland Heights Anna Kate Tripp, Sequoyah Sophia... READ MORE >

Our district has launched a new digital flyer communication tool called “Peachjar.” To view school-approved digital flyers, simply click the Peachjar button on any of our school’s websites. This “green” initiative will save our schools tons of paper and reduce copy costs by thousands of dollars. On top of that, posting school flyers in this electronic backpack... READ MORE >

Russellville School District held its annual Back to School Breakfast for certified and classified employees on August 8 and 9 at Russellville High School. This year’s theme was “Ignite the Super Leader in You” and over 775 teachers, administrators, and support staff were in attendance. While at the breakfast, employees had the chance to win door prizes that were... READ MORE >

ELEMENTARY (Kindergarten through 4th Grade) Classroom assignments for elementary students in kindergarten through fourth grade will be posted on the front doors of the elementary buildings on Thursday, August 9th, 1 p.m. Elementary Open House is Thursday, August 9th, 4 – 6 p.m. Center Valley: Welcome Aboard Meeting Monday, Aug. 13th, 7:45 a.m.... READ MORE >

Monday, August 13, 2018, is the first day of school for Pre-K – 12th grade. Students who attended school in the Russellville School District last year are pre-registered. ELEMENTARY (Kindergarten through 4th Grade) All students attending Russellville schools in kindergarten through fourth grade who are new to the district should register as soon as... READ MORE >

Russellville School District is accepting Free and Reduced Meal Applications for the 2018-19 school year. These applications can be completed online at http://russellvillesd.nlappscloud.com, picked up at the Administration Building located at 220 West 10th Street, or found on the RSD website. The website also provides information on how to apply and answers... READ MORE >

Russellville School District held its annual Employee Recognition and Retirement Ceremony on Thursday, May 17, at The Center for the Arts. The district recognized employees who are retiring from the district, the Teachers of the Year, and the Classified Employees of the Year. Michael Roys, a teacher at Russellville Middle School, was selected as the RSD Teacher of... READ MORE >

Congratulations to the following students who are the Students of the Month for May. The students were recognized at the May 15, 2018 Board of Education meeting. Crawford: Lucy Sweeney Dwight: Jeren Amaya London: Zoe Killingsworth Oakland Heights: Braxton Shirley Sequoyah: Quinn Schaefer Center Valley: Posey Ferren UE5G: Paul... READ MORE >

Aramark, Russellville School District, and River Valley Food 4 Kids will provide meals all summer to students free of charge with their Summer Feeding Program. Students will be served a hot meal each day from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Crawford Elementary. A district school bus will also pick up students from each elementary school and will take them to and from... READ MORE >

On May 8, 2018, 52 new teachers to the Russellville School District completed the New Teacher Academy (NTA) program with a luncheon at the Center for The Arts. The luncheon is the annual conclusion to the NTA program, which aims to support newly hired teachers and provides essential professional development, team building, and mentoring to the new teachers... READ MORE >

Congratulations to the following students who are the Students of the Month for April. The students were recognized at the April Board of Education meeting. Center Valley: Dylan HousleyCrawford: Lilly TuttleDwight: Athalie CoontsLondon: Makai FrankeOakland Heights: Mia RaudaSequoyah: Carson WalkerUE5G: Rifqi Haryanto (not in photo)RMS: Evelyn MateosRJHS:... READ MORE >

Russellville School District (RSD) is currently accepting applications for the Preschool Program for the 2018-2019 school year. To be eligible, students must be 3 or 4 years old by August 1, 2018. Openings are available at all levels, including a no cost level (eligibility of program qualifications), a sliding fee scale level, and full fee level. The RSD Preschool... READ MORE >

Russellville School District is now accepting referrals for student placement in the Gifted and Talented (G/T) Program for the 2018-2019 school year. The G/T program is designed to serve high potential/high performing students who demonstrate above average intellectual ability, high task commitment, and above average creativity. If you have a 2nd-11th-grade... READ MORE >

Russellville School District will host a Student Art Exhibition featuring artwork from 25 students in grades kindergarten-5th from each RSD elementary school. The Exhibition will take place Sunday, April 8, 2018, from 2-4 p.m. at The Center for the Arts. The Student Art Exhibition will showcase the strongest fine art pieces from each school and students will be... READ MORE >

Russellville School District will hold kindergarten registration on April 16-17, 2018, from 6-7 p.m. Registration for Crawford, Dwight, and Sequoyah elementary schools will be on April 16, and registration for Center Valley, London, and Oakland Heights elementary schools will be on April 17. State law requires children be five years of age on or before August... READ MORE >

Congratulations to the following students who are the Students of the Month for March. The students were recognized at the March Board of Education meeting. Crawford – Will CooperDwight – Lillyana VelazquezLondon – Emmett LathamOakland Heights – Samantha MateosSequoyah – Lexi SmithCenter Valley – Autumn XiongUE5G – Tessa FreemanRMS – Destiny SlaterRJHS –... READ MORE >

The Russellville High School Forensics/Debate Team recently competed at the Arkansas State Tournament in Jonesboro where 13 students received 31 awards and RHS received 2nd place in Overall Sweeps. Congratulations to the following students: Tyeshia Threats: 1st place in Spoken Word, finalist in Poetry, finalist in Prose, 1st place Duo Interpretation, and... READ MORE >

Governor Asa Hutchinson and the Arkansas Department of Education recently announced 17 winning teams from the All-Region Coding Competition that took place Feb. 12, 2018, at 13 regional contests around the state. The team from Russellville High School was one of the winning teams. RHS and 16 other selected teams will receive an invitation to participate in the... READ MORE >

The Russellville High School Robotics Team has had a successful season winning a total of six awards with their three competition robots, Cyclone White, Cyclone Red, and Cyclone Black. The season began with the Alma In the Zone Kick Off Competition where Cyclone Black won the Design Award, which is given to the team with the best professional design approach at... READ MORE >

Russellville High School Thespian Troupe 7260 recently participated at the Arkansas State Thespian Festival in Paragould, AR, where they received the “Critic’s Choice” award and their play “Stressed” was chosen to represent the state at the One-Act Showcase at the International Thespian Festival (ITF) in Lincoln, NE, this summer. “Stressed” was directed by Senior... READ MORE >

Crawford Elementary School recently held an opening ceremony for the winter Eaglympics 2018. The opening ceremony kicked off with a parade of nations represented by each class and a lighting of the torch. During the opening ceremony, students also learned about the five academic and service activities they will compete in that coincides with the Winter Olympics. ... READ MORE >

Congratulations to the following students who are the RSD Students of the Month for February. The students were recognized at the February Board of Education meeting. Center Valley – Cole DuvallCrawford – Daniel Garcia Dwight – Mystery Morris London – David Montalbo Oakland Heights– Valeria Centeno-Luque Sequoyah – Katie Howell UE5G – August... READ MORE >

Russellville High School will host their annual Black History Month Program on Thursday, February 22, 2018, at 6:30 p.m. in the RHS Cafeteria. This year’s theme is “Educate. Equip. Empower.” and will feature guest speaker Dr. Alaric Williams, interim department head and associate professor in the Department of College Student Personnel at Arkansas Tech University.... READ MORE >

Secondary Learning Center student Alyssa Berry was recently awarded the Arkansas Association of Alternative Educators Diamond Award at the Arkansas State Capitol. The award is presented to students in the state who have demonstrated not only high achievement in the classroom but also have shown perseverance and growth outside the classroom. Berry was one out of... READ MORE >

Russellville School District recently held its annual RSD Student-Teacher Fair. This event, which is part of the RSD Student-Teacher Academy, aims to provide a student teaching experience that is rich in professional development and will educate, equip, and empower new teachers in the classroom during the student teaching experience and beyond. The RSD... READ MORE >

Russellville School District (RSD) held a Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Showcase for Arkansas educators, parents, and the community on Wednesday, January 31, 2018. The PLTW Showcase allowed participants the opportunity to learn more about PLTW classes offered at RSD, see hands-on projects, and experience PLTW classrooms. The PLTW Showcase had over 60 attendees... READ MORE >

Congratulations to the following students who are the Students of the Month for January. The students were recognized at the January Board of Education meeting. Crawford – Iskander Alcocer-Benites Dwight – Josias Garcia-Navarrete London – Lily Price Oakland – Kelsey Williams Sequoyah – Ella Ullsperger Center Valley – Josie Toland ... READ MORE >

Congratulations to the following students who are the Students of the Month for December. The students were recognized at the December Board of Education meeting. Crawford – Alexis Martinez, Dwight – Caden Rogers, London – Kaitlyn Alexander, Oakland Heights– Ryan Gilmore, Sequoyah – Asher Swindle, Center Valley – Kian Shojaei, UE5G – Nideaya... READ MORE >

The Russellville Downtown Rotary Club presented third grade students at Crawford Elementary School with personal dictionaries on Wednesday, December 6th. The Dictionaries for Third Graders program provides dictionaries for all third-grade students in Pope County in the affect to improve literacy. John Bynum of the Russellville Downtown Rotary Club presented the... READ MORE >

Congratulations to the following students who are the Students of the Month for November. The students were recognized at the November Board of Education meeting. Crawford – Ethan Dixon, Dwight – Dawson Hopson, London – Parker Stokes, Oakland Heights– Tiana Causey, Sequoyah – Audrey Bryan, Center Valley – Elizabeth Harrison, UE5G – Magnus Golden, RMS – Zadie... READ MORE >

Approximately 800 junior high choir students from the Region 4 schools traveled to Dover to audition for the 2017 All-Region Choirs. Russellville Choirs had 61 students who placed in the choirs, with 14 from Russellville Middle School and 47 from Russellville Junior High School. Camryn Manning and Lawson Davis qualified for 1st chair on their respective voice... READ MORE >

Congratulations to the following students who are the Students of the Month for October. The students were recognized at the October Board of Education meeting. Crawford - Anren Nelson (not pictured) Dwight - Carson Harris London - Audrey Wood Oakland - Isaiah Jovel Sequoyah - Barrett Clayton Center Valley - Garrett Huneycutt ... READ MORE >

Russellville School District will hold Parent/Teacher Conferences on Monday, October 23rd from 1 to 7 p.m. for grades Kindergarten-5th and on Tuesday, October 24th from 1 to 7 p.m. for grades 6th-12th. There will be no school on Monday, October 23rd and Tuesday, October 24th due to teacher professional development and Parent/Teacher Conferences. Classes will... READ MORE >

Russellville School District Superintendent Dr. Mark Gotcher will host a Twitter Town Hall on Tuesday, October 3, 2017, from 6:30-8 p.m. on the social media platform Twitter. During the town hall, participants will have the opportunity to give feedback on three questions: what does RSD need to start doing, what does RSD need to stop doing, and what does RSD need to... READ MORE >

Congratulations to the following students who are the Students of the Month for September. The students were recognized at the September Board of Education meeting. Crawford Elementary: Donovan Ponce-Valenzo Dwight Elementary: Jacqueline Andrus London Elementary: Thomas Fairrow Oakland Heights Elementary: Makynzie Embry Sequoyah Elementary: Saraya... READ MORE >

The Russellville School District, in partnership with the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH), is providing the flu vaccine to students and staff the week of October 16-20. Flu packets will be sent home with students over the next several weeks. Please read, complete, and sign the ADH consent form (front and back) and the RSD FERPA form. Both forms must be returned... READ MORE >

The Russellville School District Homeless Assistance Program received 19 laundry baskets containing items for homeless families that live in hotels. Items such as hot plates, pots and pans, can openers, towels, and cleaning supplies were donated by the Victory Baptist Church who reached out this summer to RSD Homeless Liaison Skye Thompson looking for a community... READ MORE >

The Russellville Athletic Department will host the third annual Cyclone Extravaganza on Saturday, August 19 beginning at 9 a.m. with a 5K. This annual fundraiser for the RSD athletic teams will included scrimmages for volleyball, football, tennis, performances by the band, and introductions of cheer, dance, and golf. The Extravaganza will conclude with a fireworks... READ MORE >

There will be a free ACT preparatory class from 6-8 p.m. every Monday beginning on August 21 at Russellville High School. The class is open to 2017-18 ninth, 10th, 11th, and 12th-graders who attend Russellville School District. All RHS 11th-graders will be given the opportunity to take a free ACT test during the school week in the spring semester. All materials... READ MORE >

Russellville School District held its annual Back to School Breakfast for certified and classified employees on August 9 and 10 at Russellville High School. This year’s theme was “There’s no place like home” and over 820 teachers, administrators, and support staff were attendance. While at the breakfast, employees had the chance to win door prizes that were made... READ MORE >

Russellville School District began the new school year with 49 new teachers throughout the district. The new teachers were introduced to the district at the New Teacher Academy that was held on July 25-27. The New Teacher Academy is an induction program to support newly hired teachers and provides essential professional development, team building, and... READ MORE >

Russellville School District is accepting Free and Reduced Meal Applications for the 2017-2018 school year. These applications can be picked up at the Administration Building located at 220 West 10th Street, or found on the RSD website at www.russellvilleschools.net/free-and-reduced-meal-applications. This year, parents/guardians can also fill out and submit the... READ MORE >

Monday, August 14, 2017, is the first day of school for Pre-K – 12th grade. Students who attended school in the Russellville School District last year are pre-registered. ELEMENTARY (Kindergarten through 4th Grade) All students attending Russellville schools in kindergarten through fourth-grade who are new to the district should register as soon as... READ MORE >

Governor Asa Hutchinson visited Russellville High School on Monday, May 8, 2017 as part of his computer science initiative. While at RHS, he toured the robotics classroom at RHS, where students in the RJHS computer science class and Sequoyah Elementary modeled their computer coding skills. Governor Hutchinson then spoke to RHS student body where he discussed the... READ MORE >

Russellville High School hosted the second annual RHS Science Symposium on Thursday, May 11, 2017 at the RHS STEM Center. RHS students in Pre-AP Biology, Project Lead the Way Biomedical, and Genetics/Microbiology courses presented findings from investigations they have done throughout the school year to a panel of judges, including RSD faculty, college students,... READ MORE >

Students at Russellville Junior High School recently completed their annual Model Car project. Each year, students in Ms. Hutchinson’s, Mr. Sichmeller’s, and Ms. Haley’s class work on a model car project that involves the students measuring a car in the RJHS parking lot and shrinking it down to a scale factor of 10.5. “We have done this project for the last... READ MORE >

Students at Russellville Middle School (RMS) ran in the RussVegas 5K Glow Run on Friday, April 21, as part of a nine-week running program at RMS to promote healthy living. This running program was made available to sixth and seventh-grade students not already involved in athletics to improve their physical fitness and teach them ways to continue a healthier... READ MORE >

Russellville High School students recently completed a Financial Literacy course at RHS and took the Wise Financial Literacy Certification Exam. This nationally recognized exam tests their knowledge of money management, budgeting, financial planning, banks and banking, credit management, insurance, and investing concepts. At the end of this semester, 43 RHS... READ MORE >

Russellville High School’s Student Congress competed in the Arkansas Communication and Theatre Arts Association’s 2016 Arkansas Student Congress in Little Rock November 13-15. In the competition, students took on the role of legislators as they debated and voted on bills proposed by the students.RHS proposed two bills to the Student Congress that were successful. ... READ MORE >