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.

Interactive learning. Exciting experiences. Endless fun. Register your child today for RUSD Summer School!
Aprendizaje Interactivo. Experiencias emocionantes. Diversión para todos. Registre a su estudiante en La Escuela de Verano de RUSD ahora en rusd.org.




Due to the blizzard warning issued by the National Weather Service, schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, March 16. This day will not need to be made up. Thank you for your understanding and stay safe! // // Español: Todas las escuelas estarán cerradas el lunes, 16 de marzo debido a la alerta de una tempestad invernal emitida por el servicio meteorológico nacional. ¡Cuídense!
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. 🏀🦌















🎓⏰ #YouBelongHere

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

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










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


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

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

Lucille Bitner-Case
Sophia Kress-Case
Brynlee Adelsen-Case
Alexander Ditter-Gifford
Landyn McCoy- Schulte

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





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


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

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

