The Racine Unified School District is seeking feedback from the community regarding the instructional materials for our Early Learning programs. Please take some time to look at the materials provided by McGraw-Hill, Savvas, Scholastic, and Frog Street and give us your feedback by filling out the RUSD Instructional Materials Feedback Form.

Materials Links: https://tinyurl.com/4rb7tdey
Feedback Form: https://tinyurl.com/27u8vcew
The deadline to submit feedback is Monday, March 16th.

El Distrito Escolar de Racine está buscando la opinión comunitaria sobre los materiales de instrucción para nuestros programas de Educación Temprana. Por favor tome un momento para revisar los materiales proporcionados por las compañías: McGraw-Hill, Savvas, Scholastic, y Frog Street. Después, rellene el formulario Materiales de Instrucción de RUSD para darnos su opinión.

Enlaces para materiales: https://tinyurl.com/4rb7tdey
Formulario de Materiales: https://tinyurl.com/27u8vcew
La fecha límite para dar su opinión es el lunes, 16 de marzo.

4 days ago, Racine Unified School District
Early Learning Instructional Materials Feedback graphic. Illustrations of kindergarten classroom materials are used.
GET REVVED UP FOR⚡️SCIENCE!🚘

Students at Mitchell School, Knapp Elementary and Julian Thomas Elementary faced off this week for the Hoop Dreams and Clean Machines: The Science Fair Race!

The top team from each participating classroom gave a presentation on their vehicle to guest judges and then raced to see who was fastest. 🏎️ THANK YOU, JUDGES!

The winning team for each school will be announced at an upcoming assembly! 🥇

This program is made possible through our partnership with United Way of Racine County, Modine Manufacturing Company, Discovery World and the Milwaukee Bucks. 🏀🦌
1 day ago, Racine Unified School District
A Milwaukee Bucks themed electric car, created by Knapp students.
Five Julian Thomas students pose for a group photo after their presentation
Four Knapp students give their presentation
Three Mitchell students giving their presentation
Five Mitchell students giving their presentation
Three Julian Thomas students pose for a photo after their presentation
A Mitchell student races their car on the track.
A presentation board created by Julian Thomas students
Three Knapp students present their project to the guest judges
These pieces of illusion artwork really DREW us in! Great creativity, Jerstad-Agerholm 4th-graders! #MasterpieceMonday
4 days ago, Racine Unified School District
Illusion All-Stars artwork by Jerstad-Agerholm
Illusion All-Stars artwork by Jerstad-Agerholm
Illusion All-Stars artwork by Jerstad-Agerholm
Illusion All-Stars artwork by Jerstad-Agerholm
Illusion All-Stars artwork by Jerstad-Agerholm
Illusion All-Stars artwork by Jerstad-Agerholm
Illusion All-Stars artwork by Jerstad-Agerholm
Illusion All-Stars artwork by Jerstad-Agerholm
Illusion All-Stars artwork by Jerstad-Agerholm
Illusion All-Stars artwork by Jerstad-Agerholm
As we "Spring Forward" Sunday morning, we have this great reminder from Pillar Health Racine on the importance of sleep for school-aged children. Take a look to learn about the importance of screen-free time before bed and how to create a predictable bedtime routine for your child. #YouBelongHere
7 days ago, Racine Unified School District
Helping your child get the sleep they need flyer (English)
Helping your child get the sleep they need flyer (Spanish)
Graduations for The Class of 2026 are just three months away!
🎓⏰ #YouBelongHere
8 days ago, Racine Unified School District
Graduation dates and times. Walden III Thursday, June 4 at 6pm. R.E.A.L. ,Friday, June 5 at 6pm. Horlick, Saturday, June 6 at 3pm. Case, Sunday, June 7 at 12pm. Park Sunday, June 7 at 3pm
Happy National Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day!
Today we celebrate the hard-working maintenance professionals who keep our buildings safe, functional, and running smoothly, often behind the scenes and in all kinds of weather.
Your dedication, problem-solving skills, and willingness to go the extra mile don’t go unnoticed. THANK YOU for everything you do to keep our schools in top shape!
Let’s give a big shout-out to the maintenance crews who are always there when we need them!
#MaintenanceAppreciationDay #ThankYouMaintenanceWorkers #BehindTheScenesHeroes #YouBelongHere
8 days ago, Racine Unified School District
National Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day
In celebration of National Women in Construction Week, Hunzinger Construction Company visited Goodland Montessori and S.C. Johnson Elementary yesterday. Team members, including Horlick alum and Hunzinger Project Manager Meagan DeGroot, read construction-themed books to K-4 students and shared insights about careers in construction.

Hunzinger is currently leading renovations at Goodland Montessori and recently completed work at SC Johnson Elementary as part of RUSD’s 2020 Referendum, making this a meaningful and inspiring connection for our students. #YouBelongHere
11 days ago, Racine Unified School District
Meagan DeGroot, of Hunzinger Construction, visiting classrooms at Goodland Montessori and SC Johnson Elementary for National Women in Construction Week.
Meagan DeGroot, of Hunzinger Construction, visiting classrooms at Goodland Montessori and SC Johnson Elementary for National Women in Construction Week.
Meagan DeGroot, of Hunzinger Construction, visiting classrooms at Goodland Montessori and SC Johnson Elementary for National Women in Construction Week.
Meagan DeGroot, of Hunzinger Construction, visiting classrooms at Goodland Montessori and SC Johnson Elementary for National Women in Construction Week.
Meagan DeGroot, of Hunzinger Construction, visiting classrooms at Goodland Montessori and SC Johnson Elementary for National Women in Construction Week.
Meagan DeGroot, of Hunzinger Construction, visiting classrooms at Goodland Montessori and SC Johnson Elementary for National Women in Construction Week.
Meagan DeGroot, of Hunzinger Construction, visiting classrooms at Goodland Montessori and SC Johnson Elementary for National Women in Construction Week.
Meagan DeGroot, of Hunzinger Construction, visiting classrooms at Goodland Montessori and SC Johnson Elementary for National Women in Construction Week.
Meagan DeGroot, of Hunzinger Construction, visiting classrooms at Goodland Montessori and SC Johnson Elementary for National Women in Construction Week.
Meagan DeGroot, of Hunzinger Construction, visiting classrooms at Goodland Montessori and SC Johnson Elementary for National Women in Construction Week.

We are excited to announce that the inaugural March Mathness: ALEKS Math Challenge kicks off today! Students across the district are competing against one another to see which middle school can complete the most ALEKS topics today, Monday, March 2 through Friday, March 13. Ask your child for more information, encourage them to put in the work and cheer them on!



11 days ago, Racine Unified School District
march mathness

Isabella Strasser, an early graduate of The Academies of Racine at Park High School, is now working full-time at DeltaHawk as a test technician! Isabella found her passion for diesel engines during her time as a youth apprentice.

Article from The Journal Times

12 days ago, Racine Unified School District
Screenshot of the article that was featured on the front page of The Journal Times. It features a youth apprentice standing in front of an aircraft engine.
An image of the front of DeltaHawk's building.
Attention parents! It’s KINDERGARTEN ENROLLMENT WEEK! Join us at our Welcome Center (3109 Mt. Pleasant St) tomorrow through Friday to register your 3, 4 or 5-year-old for one of our kindergarten programs. Every child who enrolls in-person will receive a free backpack while supplies last. Can’t make it in? Enroll online at rusd.org/enroll. Spread the word! // ¡Atención Padres! ¡Es la semana de inscripciones para el Kínder! Visítenos en el Centro de Inscripciones (3109 Mt. Pleasant St.) a partir de ahora hasta el viernes para registrar a su pequeño de 3, 4, ó 5 años para uno de nuestros programas de kínder. Cada niño que sea inscrito en persona recibirá una mochila con útiles escolares gratis – hasta agotar existencia. ¿No puede llegar en persona? Inscríbase por internet en rusd.org/enroll. ¡Ayúdenos a correr la voz!
12 days ago, Racine Unified School District
Happy National School Social Work Week!
This week, we honor the incredible school social workers who support students’ emotional well-being, remove barriers to learning, and help families thrive.
Whether it's connecting students with resources, advocating for their needs, or simply being a safe, trusted presence, your impact is powerful and lasting.
Thank you for being the bridge between home, school, and community. Your work truly changes lives!
#SchoolSocialWorkWeek #ThankYouSocialWorkers #SupportingStudents #YouBelongHere
13 days ago, Racine Unified School District
National School Social Worker Week
Join us in celebrating Public Schools Week! 📚 Public schools spark a lifelong love of learning and help students grow as confident, capable, and engaged citizens.

What was your favorite book when you were in school? Share in the comments and help us celebrate the stories that shaped us. #PublicSchoolProud #SPW26
19 days ago, Racine Unified School District
Two kindergarten students. One of them is holding a Pete the Cat children's book.
Good luck to these five standout students from The Academies of Racine! They recently sat down with Don Rosen of WRJN to share their journey toward the SkillsUSA State Competition this April. We’re rooting for you!

Lucille Bitner-Case
Sophia Kress-Case
Brynlee Adelsen-Case
Alexander Ditter-Gifford
Landyn McCoy- Schulte
22 days ago, Racine Unified School District
Five Academies of Racine students who are heading to the SkillsUSA state competition in April, 2026.

Time is running out—don’t miss your final chance to fill out the RUSD 2026 Family Survey

This your opportunity to share what’s working and what can be improved.
Complete it now: https://surveys.panoramaed.com/racine/FamilyWinter2026/surveys

¡El tiempo se está acabando! No pierda su última oportunidad de completar la Encuesta Familiar RUSD 2026.

Esta es su oportunidad de compartir lo que está funcionando y lo que se puede mejorar.
Complétela ahora: https://surveys.panoramaed.com/racine/FamilyWinter2026/surveys

26 days ago, Racine Unified School District
Family Survey English
Family Survey Spanish
We're highlighting some beautiful #BlackHistoryMonth door decorations for this week's #MasterpieceMonday!
26 days ago, Racine Unified School District
Black History Month door decorations at RUSD schools
Black History Month door decorations at RUSD schools
Black History Month door decorations at RUSD schools
Black History Month door decorations at RUSD schools
Black History Month door decorations at RUSD schools
Black History Month door decorations at RUSD schools
Black History Month door decorations at RUSD schools
Black History Month door decorations at RUSD schools
Black History Month door decorations at RUSD schools
Black History Month door decorations at RUSD schools

Don’t miss your chance to be heard!

The RUSD 2026 Family Survey is your opportunity to share what’s working—and what can be better.
Complete it today: https://surveys.panoramaed.com/racine/FamilyWinter2026/surveys

¡No pierda su oportunidad de ser escuchado!

La Encuesta Familiar RUSD 2026 es su oportunidad para compartir lo que funciona y lo que puede mejorar.
Rellénela hoy: https://surveys.panoramaed.com/racine/FamilyWinter2026/surveys


about 1 month ago, Racine Unified School District
Family Survey English
Family Survey Spanish

Today is Internet Safety Day. Child sexual exploitation and abuse (CSEA) is a horrific crime that targets some of the most vulnerable people in our communities — children and teens. Resources for education, prevention and intervention of CSEA can be found at https://www.dhs.gov/know2protect

If you know of an incident, you can report it at the bottom of any Know2Protect webpage, by calling 988 for crisis support or 911 for an emergency.

The attached list provides ten steps you can take to prevent CSEA and create a safe digital experience for your child.

Additional information can be found here:
Youth Teams Internet Safety https://aptg.co/Shjgf-
Online Threats https://aptg.co/NSy-5q
Sexually and Financially Motivated Sextortion https://aptg.co/Bk1B95

about 1 month ago, Racine Unified School District
Top 10 Tips2Protect for online safety.

Looking for something good between commercial breaks today? Read our latest Alumni Spotlight on Alex Rogers. After graduating from Case High School, Rogers earned a degree in Computer Science and Data Analytics from Drake University. Since then, he has worked his way up to become a Football Analyst for the Tennessee Titans!

Read our entire Alumni Spotlight here: www.rusd.org/article/2640888

about 1 month ago, Racine Unified School District
Alumni Spotlight: Alex Rogers

The application window for the 2026 Mahone Foundation CEO Scholarship is NOW OPEN! Apply here: https://mahonefund.org/ceo-scholarships/

If you would like in-person help applying, attend a scholarship application workshop. Wednesday, Feb. 11 from 6-8 PM at the George Bray Neighborhood Center, 924 Center Street. (Facebook event post: https://www.facebook.com/share/1WTguSDCnn/ )

about 1 month ago, Racine Unified School District
2026 Mahone Foundation CEO Scholarship Application graphic. Details and application link are in the main post.

Parents and guardians, we want to hear from YOU!

Your feedback in the RUSD 2026 Family Survey helps us build better schools for every student. It only takes a few minutes!
Take the survey: https://surveys.panoramaed.com/racine/FamilyWinter2026/surveys

¡Padres y tutores, queremos saber SU opinión!

Sus comentarios en la Encuesta Familiar RUSD 2026 nos ayudan a construir mejores escuelas para todos los estudiantes. ¡Solo toma unos minutos!
Rellénela hoy: https://surveys.panoramaed.com/racine/FamilyWinter2026/surveys

about 1 month ago, Racine Unified School District
Family Survey English
Family Survey Spanish