What a great first week! From kindergarteners finding their first cubby to seniors' 'last first day of school', our students are ready to take on the year. Here are a few of our favorite moments from across RUSD this week. #YouBelongHere

If you attended Jerstad-Agerholm's ribbon cutting ceremony, you know how beautiful the renovations and new construction are. But did you know some of that work was done by an RUSD youth apprentice? Take a look at this story about Israel Hernandez, a construction pathway student at the Academies of Racine at Park. Israel is one of 16 students working on 2020 referendum projects across the district. #YouBelongHere https://spectrumnews1.com/wi/milwaukee/news/2024/08/20/high-school-students-build-their-futures-while-helping-build-new-schools--

Starbuck International K-8 School Phoenixes are ready to rise to the occasion at their amazing school! At last evening's ribbon cutting and open house, families had the chance to tour Starbuck's newly constructed and remodeled classrooms and new gymnasium. We can't wait to see you back on Tuesday for the first day of school! #YouBelongHere

Jerstad-Agerholm K-8 families took a look at their beautifully remodeled school and brand-new gym at last evening's ribbon cutting ceremony and open house! Jaguars will be back on the prowl when school starts on Tuesday! #YouBelongHere

With school starting on September 3, you'll soon see school buses returning to the roads. Here are two reminders for bus safety when you are driving around town. #YouBelongHere

This is un-BEE-lievable! Fratt Elementary had its first sighting of the federally endangered Rusty Patched Bumblebee in their Pollinator Patch! While the primary goal of these patches is promoting water quality through native plants, the second mission is bringing awareness to/providing habitat for the Rusty. The Rusty's range has shrunk by almost 90% over the last 20 years and Wisconsin is the last hope for the conservation of this species. Check out the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network for more updates. #YouBEElongHere #YouBelongHere

How can the same information hit so differently? #YouBelongHere #BackToSchool

Looking for a great work-life balance? Get your resume ready and mark your calendar for our hiring event Wed., Sept. 11 from 9-12 p.m. or 3-6 p.m. We’re hiring substitute teachers, educational assistants, clerical staff and even substitute building and grounds staff! We hope to see you there!

While you've been watching the Olympics, we've had seven students competing in the AAU and USATF National Junior Olympics! Congratulations to Noah Payne, Jayden Payne, Nicholas Payne Jr., Miguel Rios, Taylnn Pinager, Eden Luchinske and Arianna Luchinske for qualifying and competing! #YouBelongHere

Can you believe it? Just one month until school starts! #youbelonghere

Congratulations to our Summer School Graduates! Your perseverance has paved the way for a brighter future. Keep shining and remember, this is just the beginning of your amazing journey. #YouBelongHere

We want to thank all the volunteers and donors who are making our Back To School Backpack Giveaway possible! 1,500 backpacks are ready to go for the August 8th event at Park High School from 3-6 p.m. If you were not able to register for a backpack you can still attend the event for free food, games, face painting, photobooth and resource fair. We will post information for additional community backpack giveaways in our Facebook comments. THANK YOU to our backpack stuffers from Focus On Community, Walsh Construction, Ascension and individual volunteers from the community! THANK YOU to our supply donors from Educators Credit Union, Racine Literacy Council, Microsoft, Walsh Construction, SEDA, Aramark, Ascension and Racine/Kenosha Community Action Agency. #YouBelongHere

Summer school is ending with a splash! A big shout out to Blue Sky Inflatables for helping our friends at Gifford cool off on a hot day!

Update for RUSD Dual Language families!

A beautiful day to unveil the beautiful, new Hammes Field! This project was funded by 2020 referendum funds and a $1 million donation from Jon Hammes, whose father the athletic complex is named after. 🏈🏃🏿‍♂️📣👏🏼

To ensure your child is ready for next school year, please complete the required Annual Registration now! This process is required for all current students and the deadline to complete the registration is July 19, 2024. To access the registration, primary households (the household used to determine residency) will need to: 1. Log into your Infinite Campus Parent Portal 2. Select 'More' on the side or from the menu 3. Select 'Annual Registration' If you do not have an Infinite Campus Parent Portal or need assistance, email campus.noreply@rusd.org. Questions? call 262.631.7194 or email enrollment.center@rusd.org.

Be "Quickie" about it and sign up for the SC Johnson Speed & Agility Camp powered by Driven Elite! This one-day camp will be held at Case High School on Friday, July 19 for incoming 6-12 grade students. Spots are filling up so register today at https://form.jotform.com/241494316840154 Grades 6-8 attend 8am - 1pm Grades 9-12 attend 11:30am - 4:30pm

A class at Knapp Elementary are published authors with the help of their substitute teacher, Taylor Martin! To spread the importance of kindness and what that trait means to them, their class created 'The Importance of Kindness', a story of a girl named Sarina, who is a bully at her school. When Sarina gets expelled, her world is turned upside down and she finds she is now the one being bullied at her new school. Sarina learns a valuable lesson about kindness through the story. 'The Importance of Kindness' can be purchased on Amazon.com, with the profits going towards the purchase of more books for classroom libraries. #YouBelongHere

Congratulations to this year's graduates of all ages! Check out our graduation highlight video here: https://www.facebook.com/racineunified/videos/1886508561794011/ #YouBelongHere

The Academies of Racine recently held its inaugural Ambassador Leadership Retreat, with Ambassadors from middle and high schools. These students attended leadership workshops led by community partners on creativity, communication, collaboration and financial planning.