🌪️ RSD STORM Award 23-24 Recipient Spotlight | Mrs. Patricia Golightly! 🎉
Serving as an ASL interpreter, Mrs.Golightly’s dedication, positivity, and compassionate approach serve as a source of motivation for both students and colleagues. Her colleagues had this to say:
📌 "Patty acknowledges the unique strengths and talents of each student she works with, celebrating their achievements and contributions to the school community.
She ensures that all students feel valued and recognized for their individuality.”
📌 "In her role as an ASL interpreter, Patty not only translates language but also educates students and staff about deaf culture and inclusive practices. She imparts knowledge and skills that promote understanding and empathy among the school community."
Congratulations, Mrs. Golightly! Your hard work and dedication are truly appreciated. ❤️
#OneRSD ❤️ 🌪️ 🖤
📚 TOY Spotlights | RMS Teacher of the Year 📚 ❤️
The 2023-2024 RMS Teacher of the Year is Mrs. Kylie Gallegos!
Grade/Position: 6th grade ELA Special Educator
Years in education: 14
Years at RSD: 4
❤️ Favorite thing about RSD: “The team of teachers that I work with is absolutely incredible. We work together to make sure that ALL students have the opportunity to learn at a high level.”
Congratulations Mrs. Gallegos! Here's to celebrating the bright future you continue to shape for the students you serve! 🏆 ✨
#OneRSD ❤️ 🌪️ 🖤
🌪️ RSD STORM Award 23-24 Recipient Spotlight | Mr. Ryan Deming!! 🎉
As a dedicated member of the RSD Technology Department, Mr. Deming is known for his devotion and willingness to help others. His colleagues had this to say:
📌 "Ryan does an outstanding job with his technology duties and responsibilities. He always goes above and beyond to help out our campus, teachers, and students in all of our technology needs."
📌 "Ryan puts forth his best effort to ensure students can learn and staff can get their jobs done. He is always willing to help everyone through any issues that arise."
Congratulations, Mr. Deming! Your hard work and dedication are truly appreciated. 👏
#OneRSD ♥️🌪️🖤
Lil Cyclone Volleyball Camp 🏐🌪️
♥️ The Lady Cyclone Volleyball team hosted their Lil Cyclone Volleyball camp for Kindergarten-6th graders! There was a great turnout of future Cyclones learning from outstanding Lady Cyclone athletes!
#FutureCyclones♥️🌪️
TOY Spotlights | London Elementary Teacher of the Year 📚 ♥️
The 2023-2024 London Elementary Teacher of the Year is Mrs. Ashlyn Gearhart!
Grade/Position: 2nd Grade Teacher, Transitioning to 1st Grade
Years in education: 10
Years at RSD: 8
♥️ Favorite thing about RSD: "My favorite thing about RSD is the people. I love the team I get the pleasure of working with. They truly care about students, and want them to grow."
Congratulations Mrs. Gearhart! Here's to celebrating the bright future you continue to shape for the students you serve! 🏆✨
#OneRSD ♥️🌪️🖤
Cyclones Quiz Bowl Teams win First Ever National Championship!🏆
🥇 The RHS Quiz Bowl Team won its first ever national title winning the National Academic Championship tournament on Sunday afternoon. The Cyclones went 6-0 at their regional tournament in New Orleans in May to qualify and defeated teams from Corpus Christi, Little Rock Central, an international team from Dubai, and Parkland High School (from Pennsylvania) in the elimination rounds to earn the overall title. Championship team members include Will Stump, Keegan Fuller, Ian Warnick, Matthew Fox, Gidian Fuller, and Alyx Dunaway.
🎉 In addition to the championship, RHS had another very impressive showing by having another varsity team reach the quarterfinals . This team featured Hayden Daniel, Claryn Nupp, Crawford Rash, Sarah Shoptaw, Zion McArthur, Avery Feemster and Noah Wooten.
Congratulations Cyclones! 🎉
#GoCyclones
#OneRSD❤️ 🌪️ 🖤
RMS Spirit Squad Camp 📣🌪️
♥️ The RMS Spirit Squad just finished up an amazing summer camp! They spent several days bonding through activities like Secret Sis, learning chants and band dances, and worked hard on technique and skills!
👏 Shoutout to the RHS Dance team and RJHS cheer/dance team members who came to help out!
#GoGales ♥️🖤
#FutureCyclones🌪️
TOY Spotlights | Crawford Elementary Teacher of the Year 📚 ♥️
The 2023-2024 Crawford Elementary Teacher of the Year is Ms. Megan Heikkila!
Grade/Position: Music specialist
Years in education: 18
Years at RSD: 18
♥️ Favorite thing about RSD: "I love my school! Crawford Eagles are the best! I love the kids and all my coworkers, and my specialist team is like family."
Congratulations Ms. Heikkila! Here's to celebrating the bright future you continue to shape for the students you serve! 🏆✨
#OneRSD ♥️🌪️
June Board of Education Meeting Recognition
The following individuals were recognized at the June Board of Education Meeting:
👏 RHS Choir (presented by Mr. Matt Foy) for the achievements at the State Choir Festival
👏 RHS Cyclones Boys Soccer team for winning their 3rd State Championship in a row!
👏 RHS Soccer Coach Jared Fuller for being named the Arkansas All Preps Coach of the Year!
👏 Cyclones Baseball Coach Will McCrotty for being named the Arkansas 5A West Baseball Coach of the Year!
👏 RSD Technology Department members Jeff Mumert, Jacob Weaver, and Greg Condley, for achieving the CompTIA Certified IT Operations Specialist (CIOS) certification. Jacob Weaver also achieved the CompTIA Certified Security Infrastructure Specialist (CSIS) certification!
🎉 Congratulations to everyone!
#OneRSD❤️ 🌪️
TOY Spotlights | Russellville High School Teacher of the Year 📚 ♥️
The 2023-2024 RHS Teacher of the Year is Mrs. Paxton Anderson
Grade/Position: Special Education Teacher
Years in education: 7
Years at RSD: 4
♥️ Favorite thing about RSD: "The camaraderie and support from the faculty at my school. Whenever I need assistance or guidance, I can approach anyone, and they're always ready to lend a hand and contribute to our collective improvement as staff members."
Congratulations Mrs. Anderson! Here's to celebrating the bright future you continue to shape for the students you serve! 🏆✨
#OneRSD ♥️🌪️🖤
Check your inbox ✉️
RSD now has a new monthly RSD family newsletter called RSD Connect! ❤️
➡️ Find the June issue of RSD Connect here:
https://us12.campaign-archive.com/?u=a95d90113a65f113e5b5a7460&id=8011b1d1d6
📌 If you have not received the email with this month's newsletter:
1. Check your spam folder
2. Subscribe here: https://us12.campaign-archive.com/home/ u=a95d90113a65f113e5b5a7460&id=c1f6be059e
#OneRSD ❤️🌪️
Summer Office Hours | June 2024
All District offices operating during summer will be open 7:00 a.m. - 4:50 p.m. Operating offices will be open 4 days a week.
The schedule is as follows:
Week of June 10 - 14: Open Monday - Thursday; Closed Friday, June 14.
Week of June 17 - 21: Open Monday - Thursday; Closed Friday, June 21.
Week of June 24-28: Closed Monday June 24; Open Tuesday - Friday.
For more information, contact the District Administration office at 479-968-1306.
🎉 With record-breaking achievements, endless spirit, and bright futures ahead, this year’s seniors have truly made their mark. Stay tuned for more exciting stats and accomplishments! Congrats to the leaders, scholars, and game-changers of the RHS Class of 2024! 🎓
#ProudtobeaCyclone 🌪️♥️
🎓♥️ Oland Noakes | Profile of the RSD Graduate Story
As a second grader, Oland Noakes is not only a dedicated student at Crawford Elementary School but also a beacon of resilience and innovation in the lives of all who know him.
Oland is a remarkable young boy whose story of courage and academic excellence serves as an inspiration to all. His journey reminds us that even in the face of adversity, with perseverance and hard work, one can achieve extraordinary things.
♥️ Oland, you are an inspiration to us all. Thank you for being an Innovative Achiever!
➡️ Read more about Oland's story here: https://www.rsdk12.net/article/1631243
➡️To learn more about the RSD Profile of the Graduate visit this link: https://www.rsdk12.net/page/rsd-graduate
#OneRSD ❤️🌪️🖤
📓 RSD hosted education professionals from around the state earlier this month for professional learning once again!
💡The attendees were from all over the state and varied from principals, teachers, Co-Op directors, and superintendents. Attendees observed classroom teacher collaboration during Smart Start Mondays and learned more about RSD’s collaboration efforts.
#OneRSD ❤️🌪️🖤
🎉Congratulations to AR All Preps Coach of the year, Mr. Jared Fuller, and the Cyclone Soccer players selected!
#GoCyclones 🌪❤
📝 London Elementary School 2nd grade students had a wonderful time learning more about RSD and District leadership roles from Executive Director of Leading and Learning, Ms. Andrea Schwartz today! 💡 Thank you for being great learners, London Tigers! #OneRSD❤️🌪️🖤
Free Summer Meal Distributions 2024 🛍️ Summer Meal Distributions will begin on June 2nd, 2024, and carry on throughout the summer. Pick-up will be at the Russellville Junior High School on Sundays: 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. and Mondays: 6:30 - 8:00 a.m. Please sign up in advance at https://forms.gle/vWaXpPcJWvNUARrH7 For more information, contact the RSD Child Nutrition Office at 479-498-8836 or email Ashley Mooney at ashley.mooney@rsdk12.net Las distribuciones de comidas de verano comenzarán el 2 de junio de 2024 y continuarán durante todo el verano. La recogida será en Russellville Junior High School los domingos: 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. y lunes: 6:30 - 8:00 a.m. Regístrese con anticipación en https://forms.gle/vWaXpPcJWvNUARrH7 Para obtener más información, comuníquese con la Oficina de Nutrición Infantil de RSD al 479-498-8836 o envíe un correo electrónico a Ashley Mooney a ashley.mooney@rsdk12.net
🔊 Great news! Kindergarten & New Student enrollment is open for the 2024-2025 school year! Registration can be completed online and additional required documents must be turned in to each school's front office.
➡️ More information about enrollment can be found here: https://www.rsdk12.net/page/enroll
📲 For school zone information, contact the RSD Transportation Department at 479.890.8561.
📲 For questions regarding registration, please contact the RSD Deputy Superintendent's Office at 479.968.1306.
#IChooseRSD❤️
🎉 Students in Mrs. Mitchell’s Family and Consumer Sciences classes recently earned certifications in financial literacy!
Students studied banking basics, budgeting, consumer skills, insurance, and taxes. In order to be certified, students must earn 70% or higher.
Way to go Whirlwinds! 🌪️♥️
#OneRSD ♥️🌪️🖤
