This is Children's Mental Health Week and we have five daily challenges for you! Students, how many can you accomplish?

Mindful Monday
Challenge: Try 5-4-3-2-1
5 Things you can SEE
4 Things you can FEEL
3 Things you can HEAR
2 Things you can SMELL
1 Thing you can TASTE

Talk It Out Tuesday
Challenge: Have a face-to-face chat

Wellness Wednesday
Challenge: How long can you go screen-free for?

Thankful Thursday
Challenge: Give three (or more!) Thank You's

Feel Good Friday
Challenge: Talk KIND to YOURSELF
about 22 hours ago, Racine Unified School District
Children's Mental Health Week 2026 Flyer. Details are in the posts text.
Happy National Teacher Appreciation Week!
This week, we celebrate the incredible teachers who inspire, nurture, and shape the future, one student at a time.
Your dedication, creativity, and unwavering support make a lasting impact on the lives of every student you touch. Whether in the classroom or beyond, you go above and beyond to ensure every child’s success.
THANK YOU for your hard work, passion, and endless commitment. You are truly the heart of education!
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankYouTeachers #TeachersChangeLives #EducatorsRock #GratefulForTeachers
about 23 hours ago, Racine Unified School District
national teacher appreciation week

We're excited to invite the community to Walden III's Groundbreaking Ceremony!

Monday, May 11
5:00 PM
2340 Mohr Ave.

2020 Referendum project information for Walden

General 2020 Referendum information

4 days ago, Racine Unified School District
Walden III Groundbreaking Ceremony invite. Details are in the post's text. The invite includes a rendering of a renovated classroom and a rendering of a new entryway.
Happy National School Principals Week!
This week, we honor the incredible principals who lead with vision, dedication, and a deep commitment to the success and well-being of every student and staff member.
From shaping school culture to making tough decisions, your leadership ensures that schools thrive and students succeed. Your hard work and passion truly make a difference in our communities every single day.
Thank you for being the guiding force in our schools, your impact is immeasurable!
#NationalSchoolPrincipalsWeek #ThankYouPrincipals #SchoolLeadership #LeadingWithHeart #EducationalLeaders
4 days ago, Racine Unified School District
School Principal Day

Don’t let curiosity take a break! Keep your child learning, discovering new interests and building confidence at RUSD Summer School. Sign up now at rusd.org

No dejes descansar la curiosidad. Mantén a sus estudiantes aprendiendo, explorando nuevos intereses y ganando confianza en la Escuela de Verano de RUSD. Registrese en rusd.org.

6 days ago, Racine Unified School District
Summer School English
Summer School Spanish
Happy National School Bus Driver Appreciation Day!
Today, we celebrate the amazing school bus drivers who safely transport our students every day, rain or shine.
Your care, patience, and commitment ensure our kids get to school and back home safely. You’re more than just drivers, you’re trusted guides, friendly faces, and a vital part of our school community.
A huge THANK YOU for all you do! We appreciate you more than words can say!
#SchoolBusDriverAppreciationDay #ThankYouBusDrivers #SafetyFirst #SchoolCommunity #HeroesOnWheels
7 days ago, Racine Unified School District
National School Bus Driver Appreciation day
THANK YOU to the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission for visiting The REAL School with a presentation and LEGO activity for Urban Planning. Students learned the importance of infrastructure planning, what makes a 'Complete Street', and how they can get involved in local decisions. #YouBelongHere
11 days ago, Racine Unified School District
Students participate in a LEGO building activity for an Urban Planning presentation.
Kaleb Kutz of the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission speaks to REAL School students.
A small city made of LEGO. It is a 6 x 7 grid made of interlocking building and street sections.
Students participate in a LEGO building activity for an Urban Planning presentation.
Why go to The Louvre when you could go to The Nest? 🎨🦅

Case High School will be presenting a Student Art Show on May 14 from 4-7 PM. Enter through the theater doors. #YouBelongHere
12 days ago, Racine Unified School District
A flyer featuring 12 pieces of student artwork for the Case Student Art Show, May 14th from 4-7 PM. 7345 Washington Ave. Enter at the Theater doors.
Happy National Administrative Professionals Day! Today we celebrate the incredible administrative professionals who are the backbone of every office, keeping things organized, on track, and running smoothly behind the scenes.
From managing schedules to supporting teams and solving problems before they happen, your hard work and attention to detail make all the difference.
Thank you for everything you do, you are truly the glue that holds it all together!
#AdminProfessionalsDay #ThankYouAdmins #OfficeHeroes #BehindTheScenesStars #WeAppreciateYou
13 days ago, Racine Unified School District
National Administrative Professionals Day

New skills. New friendships. Continued learning. Sign your child up for a summer of growth and register today for RUSD Summer School.

Un verano de crecimiento empieza aquí. Nuevas amistades, y una continuación de aprendizaje en La Escuela de Verano de RUSD. Registre a su estudiante HOY en rusd.org.

25 days ago, Racine Unified School District
Summer School English
Summer School Spanish
Happy National School Librarian Day! Today we celebrate the incredible school librarians who spark curiosity, nurture a love of reading, and connect students to a world of knowledge and imagination.
Whether it’s recommending the perfect book, teaching research skills, or creating a welcoming space for all, your impact goes far beyond the shelves. Thank you for being the heart of our schools and champions of lifelong learning!
#SchoolLibrarianDay #ThankYouLibrarians #ReadersAreLeaders #LibrariesMatter #LiteracyChampions #YouBelongHere
about 1 month ago, Racine Unified School District
Natinal School Librarian Day

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.

about 1 month ago, Racine Unified School District
Summer School English
Summer School Spanish
CONGRATULATIONS to Abby Barron, 7th-grade Social Studies teacher at Gifford School, for receiving the BIPOC Award from the Wisconsin Council for the Social Studies (WCSS)! ⭐️ This is a wonderful and well-deserved recognition of the dedication and passion Abby brings to her classroom every day! #YouBelongHere
about 2 months ago, Racine Unified School District
Abigail Barron receiving her award from the Wisconsin Council on the Social Studies.
Abigail Barron receiving her award from the Wisconsin Council on the Social Studies.

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!



about 2 months ago, Racine Unified School District
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. 🏀🦌
about 2 months 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

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.

about 2 months ago, Racine Unified School District
Early Learning Instructional Materials Feedback graphic. Illustrations of kindergarten classroom materials are used.
These pieces of illusion artwork really DREW us in! Great creativity, Jerstad-Agerholm 4th-graders! #MasterpieceMonday
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
about 2 months ago, Racine Unified School District
National  Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day