We wrapped up last week by celebrating our 4K students during their promotion ceremonies! It’s hard to believe these students will make up the Class of 2039!

This year in 4K was filled with fun projects, lots of learning, and plenty of laughter. While their teachers are sad to see them move on, we are so excited to watch them grow and see all they accomplish in the future. We’re grateful that JA could be part of the start of their educational journey! #JAALLDAY 🖤💛
about 20 hours ago, KATHLEEN ROHDE
Ms. Hanyard's 4K class at their promotion ceremony.
Ms. Hanyard giving a certificate to one of her students.
Ms. Latham and her 4K students at their promotion ceremony.
Ms. Latham and her 4K students at their promotion ceremony.
Last week, we had the pleasure of celebrating our Kindergarten students during their Kindergarten Promotion Ceremony! We are so proud of our KG students and all they have accomplished this year. We can’t wait to see all the amazing things the Class of 2038 will achieve in the future! #JAALLDAY 🖤💛
1 day ago, KATHLEEN ROHDE
KG promotion students at their ceremony.
KG promotion students at their ceremony.
Families celebrating at the KG promotion ceremony
Families celebrating at the KG promotion ceremony
Families celebrating at the KG promotion ceremony
Families celebrating at the KG promotion ceremony
All of our students can benefit from extra support in reading and math! Apply now to become a tutor in the 2026-27 school year. Reading and Math Corps tutors work with students who need extra practice and skill building – and your support can make all the difference.

Visit join.readingandmath.org to find an opportunity near you.
4 days ago, KATHLEEN ROHDE
Become a Math Corps Tutor
Become a Reading Corps Tutor
Earlier this week, we held our Spring PBIS Carnival during the school day, followed by our Title Family Night after school. Students and families enjoyed snow cones, popcorn, face painting, sidewalk chalk, and lots of fun on the inflatable obstacle courses and bouncy houses. It was a great day full of smiles, laughter, and community here at JA! #JAALLDAY🖤💛
4 days ago, KATHLEEN ROHDE
Under the Sea Bouncy House with students waiting in line.
80s boombox bouncy house with students waiting in line.
Blow up obstacle course with students waiting in line.
Students get their faces painted.
Students and their families at the spring title night.
Students and their families play in the gym at the spring title night.
Students and their families play at the spring title night.
Students get their faces painted at the spring title night.
📢 Summer EBT Benefits Information for Families 📢

Families, please review the attached information regarding the 2025–26 Summer EBT Benefits program available in both English and Spanish. Qualifying families will begin receiving benefits starting in June.

Please note: RUSD does not provide or issue these benefits directly.

We encourage all families to carefully read through the information provided for details about eligibility and benefits.

Thank you! 😊
5 days ago, Maria Mora
Summer EBT Benefits Information for Families
Summer EBT Benefits Information for Families
This week, hundreds of students at Mitchell, Olympia Brown, Gifford, Schulte and Jerstad-Agerholm celebrated the completion of Everfi's Financial Literacy courses with Educators Credit Union!

Students showed off their financial knowledge with a series of games that highlighted their ability to make smart money decisions. To make things better, 82% of these students completed BOTH Everfi courses. 🎉

THANK YOU to Everfi, Educators Credit Union and the volunteers who made this program possible for our students. #YouBelongHere
11 days ago, Racine Unified School District
A teacher handing fake money to a student who just completed a ring toss game.
A male student playing a bucket toss game.
A male student playing a ring toss game.
A male student throwing a small red football.
A group of student standing in a circle playing hot potato with a football.
A male student playing a ring toss game while other students wait for their turn.
A female student playing a ring toss game
A teacher handing fake money to a student who just completed a ring toss game.
A male student playing a ring toss game.
A volunteer watching a student play a bucket toss game.
With the support of EverFi and Educators Credit Union we were able to celebrate the completion of the 6th grade Financial Literacy program. We invited all of Mr. Tristano's 6th grade Seminar students to participate in a Financial Literacy Field Day, where they were able to apply their newly acquired knowledge in fun games based on everyday scenarios. With the ultimate goal of reminding the students that it's not just about how much money you make in the future, it's about how well you manage what you have.

#JAALLDAY 🖤💛
13 days ago, KATHLEEN ROHDE
Mr. Paproth addresses the sixth grade class at the Everfi celebration in the elementary gym.
All of the sixth grade students listen to an address by Mr. Paproth at our Everfi celebration in the elementary gym.
Students listen to directions from a staff member for the game they are going to play as part of the Everfi celebration.
Students listen to directions from a staff member for the game they are going to play as part of the Everfi celebration.
Students play a game as part of the Everfi celebration.
Students play a game as part of the Everfi celebration.
Students play a game as part of the Everfi celebration.
Students play a game as part of the Everfi celebration.
Students play a game as part of the Everfi celebration.
Students play a game as part of the Everfi celebration.
Our 6th grade students recently brought history to life through their Latin America Museum Project! Students researched the geography, civilizations, cultures, independence movements, and modern issues of Latin America, then created museum-style exhibits and artifacts to showcase their learning. From Aztec shields, Panama Canal replicas, explorer navigation tools, maps, environmental displays, and independence artifacts, students explored how geography, history, and culture have shaped Latin America over time. Families and staff were invited to walk through the museum, ask questions, and experience the creativity, critical thinking, and hard work our students put into this project. We are so proud of the way our students stepped into the role of historians, designers, and storytellers! #JAALLDAY
18 days ago, KATHLEEN ROHDE
Floating garden exhibit created by 6th grade students at Jerstad.
6th grade student walks some community members through the Latin America museum exhibit.
6th grade students walk some community members through the Latin America museum exhibit.
6th grade student walks some community members through the Latin America museum exhibit.
6th grade students walk some community members through the Latin America museum exhibit.
Elementary students walk through the Latin America history exhibit
6th grade student walks some community members through the Latin America museum exhibit.
Exhibits from the Latin American History museum including Carnival masks.
Exhibits from the Latin American History museum including depictions of the Amazon Rainforest trees before and after forest fires.
Exhibits from the Latin American History museum including Encomienda Silver Mine and Tools

As reading scores in Wisconsin continue to decline, we have made noticeable gains at Racine Unified!

A renewed focus on early literacy has put our change in Reading Achievement on an upward trajectory for 3rd-8th-grade students since 2023. During that same time, the average of similar districts has fallen and leveled off.

Read more in this Wisconsin Public Radio article.

18 days ago, Racine Unified School District
A graph displaying the change in Reading Achievement sind 2019 for 3-8 grade students. A notable takeaway is starting at 2023, test scores for RUSD began to climb while the average of the scores for Madison, Kenosha, Waukesha, Neenah and Green Bay's school districts continued to fall.
This morning we had the pleasure of welcoming 94 special visitors for our 3rd All Pro Dad’s Breakfast of the school year! 💛🖤
Father figures had the opportunity to stand up and share why they are proud of their student, and we had a great discussion about what it means to be a good friend. Everyone also had a blast participating in a fun “pass the hula hoop” game, all while enjoying some delicious breakfast burritos from Sausage Kitchen!
We are already looking forward to hosting more All Pro Dad’s Breakfasts next school year and hope to see even more of you there!
#JAALLDAY 🖤💛
19 days ago, KATHLEEN ROHDE
Dad's breakfast
Dad's breakfast
Dad's breakfast
Dad's breakfast
Dad's breakfast
Dad's breakfast
Dad's breakfast
Dad's breakfast
Dad's breakfast

We have several camp options this summer through the RUSD Extended Learning Program. Find more information and register.

Camp options include:
Art
Baseball Skills
Basketball/Life Skills
Cheer
Chess
Dance
Golf
Line Dancing
Girls in Manufacturing
Podcasting and Video Production
Soccer Skills
STEAM
Volleyball

22 days ago, Racine Unified School District
RUSD Extened Learning Summer Camps English flyer (information is in the body of this post)
RUSD Extened Learning Summer Camps Spanish flyer (information is in the body of this post)
Attention all former Jaguars! 🐾

Please sign up for RUSD’s Senior Walk on Friday, May 29th from 9:30–10:30 a.m. Come back to Jerstad in your cap and gown and enjoy a special walk through the school while being celebrated by your favorite staff!

Be sure to sign up using the QR code on the flyer. We can’t wait to see you!

#JAALLDAY 🖤💛
22 days ago, KATHLEEN ROHDE
Senior Grad Walk flyer
📣 Attention Future Rebels!

All current 8th graders planning to attend Horlick High School next year and interested in playing football are invited to attend an important player and parent informational meeting.

🏈 This is a great opportunity to meet the coaching staff, learn about the program, and get ready for the upcoming season!

📅 Date: Wednesday, May 27th
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Horlick High School Cafeteria (2119 Rapids Drive)

We look forward to seeing all future players and their families there!

#HorlickFootball #FutureRebels 🏈
25 days ago, KATHLEEN ROHDE
Horlick Football Parent and Player Meeting Flyer
📣 Calling all dads and father figures! 👨‍👧‍👦🥞
You’re invited to Jerstad’s All Pro Dad’s Breakfast on Thursday, May 14th at 7:30 a.m.
Join us for a fun and meaningful morning with your child(ren), including breakfast, activities, and time to build strong connections—all at this FREE event!
✨ Bring your child(ren) to school and start the day together in a positive way.
📲 Please RSVP by scanning the QR code on the flyer or if you are unable to use the QR code you can sign up by calling the main office number at 262-664-6080.

We look forward to seeing our Jerstad dads and families there!
about 1 month ago, KATHLEEN ROHDE
English flyer
Spanish flyer
📣 Calling all dads and father figures! 👨‍👧‍👦🥞
You’re invited to Jerstad’s All Pro Dad’s Breakfast on Thursday, May 14th at 7:30 a.m.
Join us for a fun and meaningful morning with your child(ren), including breakfast, activities, and time to build strong connections—all at this FREE event!
✨ Bring your child(ren) to school and start the day together in a positive way.
📲 Please RSVP by scanning the QR code on the flyer or if you are unable to use the QR code you can sign up by calling the main office number at 262-664-6080.

We look forward to seeing our Jerstad dads and families there!
about 1 month ago, KATHLEEN ROHDE
English flyer for the event. Jerstad's dad breakfast on Thursday May 14th from 7:30-8:30 a.m.
Spanish flyer for the event. Desayuno para papa. Jueves 14 de Mayo 7:30-8:30 am
📣 Calling all dads and father figures! 👨‍👧‍👦🥞
You’re invited to Jerstad’s February All Pro Dad’s Breakfast on Thursday, May 14th at 7:30 a.m.
Join us for a fun and meaningful morning with your child(ren), including breakfast, activities, and time to build strong connections—all at this FREE event!
✨ Bring your child(ren) to school and start the day together in a positive way.
📲 Please RSVP by scanning the QR code on the flyer or if you are unable to use the QR code you can sign up by calling the main office number at 262-664-6080.

We look forward to seeing our Jerstad dads and families there!
about 1 month ago, KATHLEEN ROHDE
English Flyer for the event that says, Dad's bring your child for a morning of breakfast and fun! Strengthen your relationship with your child at this FREE event. At Jerstad Agerholm, Thursday May 14th from 7:30-8:30"
Spanish Flyer for the event. "Papa! Venga con su estudiante a desayunar y diverstirse! Fortalezca la relacion con su hijo/a en este evento GRATUITO. Jerstad Agerholm Jueves 14 de Mayo 7:30-8:30"
Before heading into Spring Break, we were proud to celebrate 61 amazing Jaguars who achieved perfect attendance for the 3rd quarter! 🎉

We are always excited to recognize our outstanding students who show up every day, ready to learn and help make our school a great place to be. Your dedication and commitment do not go unnoticed—keep up the great work!

#JAALLDAY 🖤💛
about 2 months ago, KATHLEEN ROHDE
8th grade student holds her perfect attendance certificate
2 middle school students and their mom celebrate their perfect attendance.
A teacher celebrates her student receiving the perfect attendance award.
5th grade student shares breakfast with his dad
Over the last few weeks, students in Ms. Weisbrod’s science classes have been learning all about cells. This module culminated with an exciting “cell scavenger hunt” around the school building!

Students searched for locations in the building that function similarly to different parts of a cell. At each stop, they answered questions and worked together to solve clues that helped them determine a final code to complete their assignment.

Learning experiences like this help students make real-world connections and bring classroom concepts to life. We are so grateful for teachers like Ms. Weisbrod who create engaging opportunities for our students to learn in new and creative ways!

#JAALLDAY 🖤💛
3 months ago, KATHLEEN ROHDE
Ms. Weisbrod poses for a picture with three of her students in the hallway.
2 students have their backs to the camera as they work on completing the scavenger hunt.
3 students walk in the hallway as they look for the next "clue."
An 8th grade student poses for a picture while she is working on the scavenger hunt.
2 eighth grade students have found a clue and working on their assignment.
A group of students have found a scavenger hunt clue and are working on their assignment.
A scavenger hunt clue is posted on a locker and students are working on their assignment.
A group of students pose for a picture after they have found a clue.
One of the scavenger hunt clues is pictured that says they have found the nucleus of the cell and what the function of a nucleus is.
One student works on their assignment after they found a clue.
Last Friday our 3rd–5th grade students had the opportunity to participate in our annual Black History Bee! Over the past several weeks, students spent time learning about influential African American leaders, important time periods in our nation’s history, and their lasting impact.

During the Bee, students competed by answering questions one at a time until we crowned our first-place winner. We are incredibly proud of all of our participants for their hard work and dedication!

Congratulations to everyone who participated, and a special shout-out to our winner, Sahni! Keep showing us your academic excellence, Jaguars!

#JAALLDAY 🖤💛
3 months ago, KATHLEEN ROHDE
Medals and trophies for the Black History Bee Participants and winners.
All of the participants for the Bee seated and waiting for it to start.
All of the students that made it past the first round of questions are seated in chairs.
The final two contestants are just finishing up the bee clapping for one another with the principal and a teacher standing behind them and the emcee at the podium.
The first and second place winners stand with their trophies with the K-3 principal standing behind them.
All of the participants for the Bee are standing with their medals or trophies under our big Jaguar logo in the gym.

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!



3 months ago, Racine Unified School District