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Join us to learn more about our upcoming referendum!



A message about the upcoming referendum from Superintendendent Gajewski. https://conta.cc/41bxsJK

RUSD SNOW DAY!



Come celebrate Black History Month with us on February 20th at 5:30pm. Enjoy a meal provided by local Black-owned businesses, play some games with your family, and meet our very special guest !
See you there!



Congratulations to this year's Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Art & Essay contest winners! Students, families and community members gathered for an awards ceremony on #MLKDay to view the amazing work everyone created. Great job, students! #YouBelongHere











Debido al aviso de extremo frío emitido por el Servicio Climatológico Nacional, todas las escuelas de RUSD estarán cerradas mañana, martes, 21 de enero.
Este día se repondrá el lunes, 17 de febrero en lugar del día de descanso programado.


Due to the extreme cold warning issued by the National Weather Service, all schools will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, Jan. 21. This day will be made up on Monday, Feb. 17 in place of the winter break day.
Thank you for your understanding and stay warm.



Tonight, the RUSD Board of Education approved placing a referendum on the April 1 ballot. The proposed 5-year, $190 million non-recurring referendum would:
- Prevent cutting programs like the Academies of Racine and protect smaller class sizes
- Attract and retain excellent teachers and staff who are essential for delivering high-quality education
- Invest in the safety and security of our schools
This referendum is needed because for more than a decade state funding has fallen short, and more and more districts are forced to pass referendums to balance budgets. Want to know more? Visit www.rusd.org/referendum.
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Esta tarde la Mesa Directiva de Educación de RUSD aprobó incluir un referendo en la boleta de votación del 1 de abril. El referendo presentado es por 5 años y $190 millones, no recurrente, y serviría para:
- Prevenir el recorte de programas como las Academias de Racine y proteger el tamaño de los salones
- Atraer y retener maestros y personal de excelente calidad quienes son esenciales para dar una educación de alta calidad
- Invertir en la seguridad y protección de nuestras escuelas.
Este referendo se necesita porque por más de una década, el financiamiento estatal se ha quedado corto y más y más distritos se ven obligados a pasar un referendo para balancear sus presupuestos. ¿Quiere saber más? Viste www.rusd.org/referendum.


See you next year!


Mitchell families! Join us for a fun night of festivities at the International Holiday Fair on December 19th, 5:30-7:30pm!



A combination of snow and wind will hit our area right in the heart of after-school bussing today, likely creating slick roads and reduced visibility. Our bus drivers will be cautious (as always) but please know students may be late arriving home.


The days are getting shorter, the sun is shining less and these seasonal changes can definitely take a toll on our mental health. The good news is, there are ways to curb not only the winter blues, but also promote mental wellness all year round.
RUSD Parent University invites you to learn more about mental health at all ages, discover resources and ask questions about this important health topic at our next virtual session that you can join here: https://meet.google.com/rks-faeo-zgx. It’s taking place Thursday, Dec. 12 from 6 - 7 p.m. We hope to see you there!



For the second year in a row, RUSD has improved its report card score - this year by 3.5 points. This score is just one of many signs of growth and achievement in results across the district. Click here to learn more: https://www.rusd.org/article/1883297


BeLEAF Survivors services are now available at Mitchell! BeLEAF Survivors is offering educational groups to help Mitchell students learn about anger, internet safety, healthy communication, etc. A licensed therapist is also available to provide counseling services to survivors of sexual assault at Mitchell. Counseling services are available for students of Mitchell and their family members. Sign up using this link: https://forms.office.com/r/ytC8hBEm8S
¡Los servicios de BeLEAF Survivors están disponibles en la escuela Mitchell! BeLEAF Survivors esta ofreciendo grupos educativos para ayudar a los estudiantes de la escuela aprender sobre la ira, la seguridad en el Internet, la comunicación saludable, etc. Una terapeuta también está disponible para proporcionar terapia a los sobrevivientes del abuso sexual en la escuela. Terapia está disponible para los estudiantes y sus familiares. Regístrate usando este enlace: https://forms.office.com/r/4LU7CtRrzE





This is no costume! THE Clifford the Big Red Dog visited elementary students at Knapp and Mitchell today - and he brought them books! 📚 This beloved character has been helping inspire a love of reading for more than 60 years. ❤️ 📖









On Tuesday, November 5th, come for a Pre-Basketball Season Parent & Student Info Session from 11am-Noon. Join us in the Family Resource Room (122) to learn from current and former athletes regarding what it takes to be a student athlete.


Learn how to master your money and build your personal wealth when Parent University Presents: Financial Planning. This session will cover budgeting, saving, investing, debt management and more to help you secure your future. Plus, free pizza will be provided! We hope to see you Wednesday, November 6 from 6-7 p.m. at Julian Thomas Elementary School (930 Dr. Martin Luther King Dr.). Register here: https://bit.ly/3YkwwAd


Did you see the latest Inside Unified? Don't miss out on the latest news, events and more from the Racine Unified School District! English: https://conta.cc/404744o Spanish: https://conta.cc/40atIIu


On Wednesday, October 30, trick or treat with your family, friends, and community members at Mitchell!
¡El miércoles, 30 de octubre, truco o trato con su familia, amigos, y miembros de la comunidad en Mitchell!

