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 will be the distribution site each Monday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. A google doc will be published soon, for more information contact Kay Haulmark, Director Child Nutrition, at 479-498-8836 or... READ MORE >
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 Health Liaison premieres at 7 p.m. RSD families and community members- we invite you to join us tonight, the video will air on River Valley Now at 7 p.m. https://www.facebook.com/River...This ... READ MORE >
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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 our district website.Approved Board Agenda for 8.6.2020 READ MORE >
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 our district website.Approved Board Agenda for 8.6.2020 READ MORE >
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 Learning Task Force.' ' Ready for Learning Task Force' members; Dr. Mark Gotcher, Superintendent/ Chairman Mr. Jason Golden, School Board representative Dr. Joe Cloud, State... READ MORE >
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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 to contact your child’s building principal or our Directors of Teaching and Learning listed below: Barbara McShane for Sequoyah Elementary at 479-968-2134 or barbara.mcshane@rsdk12.net Krista... READ MORE >
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 by visiting the district's Facebook page 2. New Option C Information has been posted, the deadline is August 6 for B or C Registration The deadline for families to choose a Blended Learning... READ MORE >
Still have questions about our blended learning models? Watch River Valley Now's Sunday episode of RSD... goes back to school. Technology EpisodeTo register your child for option B or C follow the link below:'Back to School Information' found on www.rsdk12.net: Blended Learning Options READ MORE >
Still have questions about our blended learning models? Watch River Valley Now's Sunday episode of RSD... goes back to school. Technology EpisodeTo register your child for option B or C follow the link below:'Back to School Information' found on www.rsdk12.net: Blended Learning Options READ MORE >
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. Board Agenda for August 4, 2020 READ MORE >
RSD Board of Education Meeting will meet at Gardner Auditorium at 7 p.m. Tuesday, August 4, 2020. The meeting will be livestreamed on RSD's Facebook page for the public. Board Agenda for August 4, 2020 READ MORE >
RSD Board of Education Meeting will meet at Gardner Auditorium at 7 p.m. Tuesday, August 4, 2020. The meeting will be livestreamed on RSD's Facebook page for the public. Board Agenda for August 4, 2020 READ MORE >
RSD Board of Education Meeting will meet at Gardner Auditorium at 7 p.m. Tuesday, August 4, 2020. The meeting will be livestreamed on RSD's Facebook page for the public. Board Agenda for August 4, 2020 READ MORE >
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT FOR RSD TEACHERS FROM ASTA ATTENTION RSD TEACHERS: Per Mrs. Shanna Morgason, Senior Regional Director-Arkansas State Teachers Association (ASTA) RSD qualifies for our $500 Classroom Makeover drawing! If you join in July, you’ll receive a $50 Amazon e-card-in August, $25. We’re here for you Arkansas... READ MORE >
Russellville School District would like to congratulate Dewayne Dove for being named Arkansas Bandmaster of the Year! We are proud of your accomplishments! READ MORE >
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 between options A, B, and C.Visit our website's 'Back to School' link for more information on the three options and complete the online registration form. 2. Option 'C' Information Posted New information... READ MORE >
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 between options A, B, and C.Visit our website's 'Back to School' link for more information on the three options and complete the online registration form. 2. Option 'C' Information Posted New information... READ MORE >
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 are encouraged to contact your child’s building principal or our Directors of Teaching and Learning listed below: Barbara McShane for Sequoyah Elementary at 479-968-2134 or... READ MORE >
Dear Parent(s) and Guardian(s), Welcome! RMS is looking forward to starting the next school year. We are eager to see our students and get to know them. We know you are eager for information and we are committed to getting you updates as fast as possible. One change is we will now be a 1:1 school at RMS. All students will be provided a laptop and charger this year... READ MORE >
ATTENTION RSD TEACHERS: Per Mrs. Shanna Morgason, Senior Regional Director-Arkansas State Teachers Association (ASTA)RSD qualifies for our $500 Classroom Makeover drawing! If you join in July, you’ll receive a $50 Amazon e-card-in August, $25. We’re here for you Arkansas educators. READ MORE >
Follow the link to our website Russellville Cyclone Virtual Academy Information "option C" READ MORE >
School Nurse COVID Communication Flow Chart- as discussed in Board Meeting. READ MORE >
School Nurse COVID Communication Flow Chart- as discussed in Board Meeting. READ MORE >
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 Crawford and Oakland Heights Elementary. READ MORE >
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 Crawford and Oakland Heights Elementary. READ MORE >
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 district website under,'documents.' High school students will not have a suggested supply list. Elementary Supply List 2020-2021 RIS Supply ListRMS Supply List RJHS Supply List READ MORE >
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 RUSSELLVILLETIPS to 226787. Russellville tips video READ MORE >
RSD now offers 'one click' link to our back to school information on our district and school websites. *New information and details will be published on July 22 for the 2020-2021 school year! READ MORE >
Parents & Guardians- please listen/read the following documents with important information presented by RSD administration for the 2020-2021 school year.*Live explanation of blended learning model for RSD families: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/770847/FINAL_RSD_Blended_Learning_Options.mp4 READ MORE >
Blended learning model information for the 2020-2021 school year is available- click here for Video message from Dr. Gotcher introducing information, click here for Blended Learning Options. READ MORE >
RSD will continue meals throughout the month of July on Tuesdays, at Crawford Elementary and Oakland Heights Elementary, only. *Meals will include breakfasts and lunches for the week, 5 days worth, and can be picked up from either location between 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. on Tuesdays. Families may pick up meals beginning on Tuesday, June 30th at either location. READ MORE >
RSD entered 'Phase III' Monday, June 29, 2020. New office hours for the current week will be: Monday- Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Friday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Questions? Contact your student's school or RSD central office at 479.968.1306. READ MORE >
Did you know $25 can provide a year's worth of books for one local child?River Valley United Way has launched their Read-A-Thon Railroad in support of our local #ImaginationLibrary!You may Pick up your boarding pass at Dog Ear Books, the Russellville library, and Dardanelle library! Have questions? Email info@rivervalleyunitedway.org. READ MORE >
ATTENTION RSD FAMILIES: Information for Meal Distribution in July- RSD will continue meals throughout the month of July on Tuesdays, at Crawford Elementary and Oakland Heights Elementary, only. Meals will include breakfasts and lunches for the week, 5 days worth, and can be picked up from either location from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Tuesdays. Families may... READ MORE >
BIG Announcement for Meal Distribution in July: RSD will continue meals throughout the month of July on Tuesdays, at Crawford Elementary and Oakland Heights Elementary, only. Meals will include breakfasts and lunches for the week, 5 days worth, and can be picked up from either location from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Tuesdays. READ MORE >
The Russellville Preschool Program has registration spots available for families wishing to enroll their child into the program for the 2020-2021 school year.The Russellville Preschool Program has registration spots available for families wishing to enroll their child into the program for the 2020-2021 school year.Please call 479.970.6025 to schedule an appointment... READ MORE >
The Russellville Preschool Program has registration spots available for families wishing to enroll their child into the program for the 2020-2021 school year.The Russellville Preschool Program has registration spots available for families wishing to enroll their child into the program for the 2020-2021 school year.Please call 479.970.6025 to schedule an appointment... READ MORE >
RSD observará el comienzo de la "semana muerta"29 de junio y hasta el 5 de julio.Las prácticas se reanudarán el 6 de julio.Los estudiantes con vacaciones programadas previamente para la semana del 22 al 26 de junio no serán castigado por prácticas faltantes. RSD Athletic Dept. supervisará las pautas del AR Health Dept. y A.A.A. en la práctica pautas para el... READ MORE >
Attention RSD Families: We are collecting data to assist in the planning for the 2020-21 school year. Please complete the following survey one time per family by Thursday, June 11th.English Elementary Survey for the 2020-2021 school yearWe are collecting data to assist in the planning for the 2020-21 school year. Please complete the following survey one time per... READ MORE >
Attention RSD Families: We are collecting data to assist in the planning for the 2020-21 school year. Please complete the following survey one time per family by Thursday, June 11th.English Elementary Survey for the 2020-2021 school yearWe are collecting data to assist in the planning for the 2020-21 school year. Please complete the following survey one time per... READ MORE >
Attention RSD Families: We are collecting data to assist in the planning for the 2020-21 school year. Complete one survey per household for students 5-12 grade. Please complete the following survey one time per family by Thursday, June 11th. RSD Secondary Survey for 2020-2021 READ MORE >
This is for any 7th grade girl that is interested in playing volleyball. Please complete this short form to help us keep you updated on practices/tryouts. If you have any questions, please feel free to email Jilliann Wilson at jilliann.wilson@rsdk12.net. RMS Girls 7th Grade VB Contact Information Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/... READ MORE >
RMS Boys BB Covid-19 Information: https://drive.google.com/file/...Covid-19 Guidelines: https://docs.google.com/docume... READ MORE >
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May 18-22, 2020 AMI Spanish Version PacketMay 18-22 AMI English Version Packets READ MORE >
RMS Daily News for Friday May 15, 2020. READ MORE >
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Daily News from Mr. Swymn for Wednesday May 13, 2020. READ MORE >
RMS Student News for Friday May 8, 2020. READ MORE >
Here is a link for RMS Football sign ups.https://forms.gle/r3AegFAYfP6J... READ MORE >
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AMI Week Seven Packet (English Version) May 4 - 14, 2020RMA AMI Week 7/8 Packets (Spanish Version) are now available. READ MORE >
Locker Clean Out Students/parents can sign up using this link: Locker Clean Out Sign Up Form The dates are from May 11-22 from 9-2pm each day. You will sign up for a time slot of 30 minutes. If you can not come during one of the days and times offered please call the school to schedule a time. Students/parents will check in the front door. You will have 30... READ MORE >
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RMS 6th grade student; Yurem Escobar, is excelling at creating digital art and music while at home. Check out his latest digital music mix in the link below. We are so proud of Yurem and all of our RMS students. #galestrong@homeDigital Music Link:https://www.incredibox.com/mix... READ MORE >
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Ava Brock is Learning New Hobbies While working from Home. READ MORE >
7th Grade Girls and Boys Cross Country Sign up Boys and girls entering 7th grade this fall who are interested in joining RMS Country Country. Because of the mandated dead period until May 30th we are going to offer the following solution.Boys and Girls can sign up for Cross Country without formal tryouts. They must get an updated physical before attending any... READ MORE >
Website Page Link: RSD/RMS AMI Website Support Page Russellville School District will not be meeting on site for the remainder of this school year but we are still dedicated to providing relevant, skills based AMI lessons for every grade, that focus on the whole child: their health, their social emotional state, and their well being during this stressful time. The... READ MORE >
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A FableThere once was a field where a donkey and owl lived. The owl would work hard no matter the cost, while the donkey always gave up when things got too complicated.One day the owl got fed up for doing all the work, but every time the owl talked to the donkey about it the donkey would just laugh at the owl.So the owl had an idea he went to look for the donkey... READ MORE >
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Mrs. White has several resources that are available to all RMS students. Please check the RMS news feed for links to free audiobooks and the online library to checkout books. You can always email Mrs. White at, melanie.white@rsdk12.net. READ MORE >
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Good Monday afternoon RSD, here are Dr. Gotcher's 5 things you need to know for today: 1. Governor Hutchinson announced in his press conference this afternoon that all on site learning for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year has been cancelled. *Off site/online AMI learning and instruction will continue, as will our meal programs. More information to... READ MORE >
Russellville 6th through 12 grade students now have the opportunity to join one of Arkansas's fastest growing team sports. Cyclone Cycling Mountain Biking Team is the school's newest official team sport. Parents and students interested in finding out more about this sport are encouraged to participate in a google hangout on Thursday April 2, 2020 at 7:00pm. Join... READ MORE >
From the Courier News.It's no secret that writing and art aren't for everyone. It's learned in schools and often used after higher education. There are some who take their works beyond the prompts of school or careers and develop it into their own craft. But they're normally not so young. Joy Skaggs, 13, and her sister, Sara, 10, have created chapter books called... READ MORE >
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to RMS on October 14th through the 23rd. Every purchase from the book fair earns rewards for RMS, so please stop by and support our great school. Students will be able to browse and shop during specific times during the day and parents and students will be able to shop during parent teacher conferences later this month. You can... READ MORE >
Mrs Taylor's Gardening Club recently visited the All Saints' Episcopal Church's Community Garden and met the bees! Students will continue to working in the Church garden, growing vegetables and helping where needed, throughout the fall. Mrs. Taylor stated that the students really enjoyed the visit and information about the importance of bees in our ecosystem.The... READ MORE >
The annual Otis Spunkmeyer fundraiser is in full swing. Students are working hard selling amazing cookie dough and raising money for Russellville Middle School. Selling began on September 4th and will continue until Wednesday September 23rd. RMS students receive a prize for every 5 cookie dough orders and top sellers are eligible for some amazing prizes. We also... READ MORE >
Russellville School District students are now able to attend all RSD athletic events at no cost. In order to facilitate a fun, safe and inviting environment; the following students expectations need to be followed. An adult must accompany all students from preK to 7th grade in order to gain entry to the event.All students must sit in the stands.Students will not be... READ MORE >
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Be sure to download Russellville School District’s app! It’s everything Russellville, in your pocket. With the app, you can access sports scores, cafeteria menus, news updates, and even emergency notifications. Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/2GbQuGX or iPhone: https://apple.co/2GbgB0s . READ MORE >
Be sure to download Russellville School District’s app! It’s everything Russellville, in your pocket. With the app, you can access sports scores, cafeteria menus, news updates, and even emergency notifications. Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/2GbQuGX or iPhone: https://apple.co/2GbgB0s . READ MORE >
RUSSELLVILLE, Ark. -- Arkansas Tech has nominated 2019 graduate and Golden Suns volleyball player Hunter Eshnaur for the 2019 NCAA Woman of the Year award. A record 585 female college athletes have been nominated by NCAA member schools from all three divisions for the award. Established in 1991, the NCAA Woman of the Year award recognizes graduating female college... READ MORE >
RMS 7th grade science students were very successful at last week's RHS\Science Symposium. Students who won the 7th grade symposium, then presented at RHS in front of a panel of professional judges. Mrs. Alicia Taylor, 7th grade science teacher, said that, " these students worked very hard on projects that they designed." Students received prizes for their hard... READ MORE >
Mrs. Taylor's Gardening Club took a field trip today to Marlow's Happy Horseshoe Farm in Lamar, AR. Students got to tour the greenhouse, which features an extensive aquaponics system, and learn how the Marlows are able to grow vegetables chemical-free by cycling water for 200+ Talapia into the large grow beds. The Marlows also grow numerous vegetables on their... READ MORE >
On Monday, April 8, 2019, four RMS students in Mr. Ayres Engineering Club competed in the Garver Chain Reaction Challenge competition at the State Capitol in Little Rock, AR. Mr. Ayres chose the top students from his engineering club to participate in the competition. Logan Magil, Magnus Golden, Luke Watson, and Tyler Mitts were chosen to participate in the... READ MORE >
Tryouts will be held at RMS gym. A copy of an updated physical is REQUIRED before you can try out. We will release on time, so you must have a ride by 4:30. If you have any questions, feel free to e-mail Jilliann Wilson at jilliann.wilson@russellvilleschools.net. Girls Volleyball Tryout Dates: April 15th 3:30pm – 4:30pm April 16th 3:30pm – 4:30pm April 17th... READ MORE >
7th grader Kaytlynn Cartegena wrote Young Adult author Sarah Darer Littman after reading one of her books, Backlash, right before Christmas Break. Littman responded to Katelynn's email, looked me up as the RMS librarian, and sent me a handwritten note to the school. Enclosed was a signed bookmark for Kaytlynn encouraging her to keep reading and writing. What an... READ MORE >
" Russellville Middle Schooler, Natalie Saenz, was selected as a runner-up in the Altice USA Hispanic Heritage Month Essay Contest. To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month earlier this year, Altice USA launched an essay contest with the prompt, “Name a Latino, past or present, with whom you’d like to spend a day with and why?", and middle and high school... READ MORE >
Please join in the festivities Saturday August 18th at Cyclone Stadium. There will be activities for all ages, a chance to see all the fall sports teams practice, introduction of the bands, and other sports teams, a 5K, and end with a fireworks display. See you Saturday. READ MORE >
The RMS 7th grade social studies classes recently completed a walk-a-thon fundraiser for the organization, Water for South Sudan. Students contacted businesses and individuals to help raise funds. Students from Mrs. Babb, Ms. Walker, and Mr. McClure's classes raised over $2,600 for Water for South Sudan, an organization that they learned about in class. A special... READ MORE >
On Thursday May 17th, 7th grade students will hold a walk-a-thon to raise money to provide clean water sources for children in South Sudan. They will be collecting money from family, friends, and businesses that would like to donate to this important cause. Anyone interested in contributing may contact Mrs. Kristi Babb at kristi.babb@russellvilleschools.net or... READ MORE >
RUSSELLVILLE, Ark. (April 6, 2018) —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... READ MORE >
Please help us congratulate Ms. Carolyn Cross on becoming a Google for Education Certified Educator. She recently attended the Google Boot camp in November and passed her Google Certified Educator Level 1 Exam. The GCE Level 1 exam is the capstone certification for Google's ISTE inspired professional development training courses for teachers. The program's goal is... READ MORE >
Dr. 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 continue doing. The three questions will be... READ MORE >
After school tutoring will begin next week September 11th. Tutoring will begin immediately after school and will end at 4:15pm. Students will need to have a ride waiting in front. There is no bus transportation available. Mondays - Math Tuesdays - Language ArtsWednesdays - Homework Help 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. RUSSELLVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL (Grades 6 & 7) The Russellville Middle School is located at 1203 West Fourth Place (west wing of the Middle Grades Complex). The telephone number is 968-2557. All... 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 >
All 6th grade ELA students were given their biography packets on Tuesday to be taken home to be reviewed with parents/guardians, signed and returned back to class. 6th grade students will be conducting research and writing a biography on a person that they chose before the Christmas break. The biography papers and presentations will be due on Monday January 23,... READ MORE >