We invite you to help us identify the educators whose stories should be told. Nominate a colleague, or yourself, for The Passions Project 2026!
Nomination form: https://tinyurl.com/mwwhbtvs
Your nomination ensures that the authentic voices and experiences of our staff are represented and celebrated. Together, these narratives will shine a light on the humanity, commitment and passion within our school community.
Learn more about The Passions Movement at www.thepassionsmovement.com
THE PASSIONS PROJECT, spearheaded by Racine Educators United (and with support from the NEA CAPE Grant) is designed to uplift educator voices, celebrate the power of public education and help our community better understand the incredible work happening in our schools every day. Through this initiative, we hope to highlight the dedication, diversity and resilience that define Racine’s educators with a visual storytelling series that will feature 10 public school educators and the mentors who shaped them. Each story will be brought to life through professional portraits and video interviews.
Full information and application here: https://tinyurl.com/2ap97cs8
Auditions will be conducted via the application and video audition linked above, allowing young performers to showcase their talents from home. Interested students must complete the audition application and submit their video by January 20.
Frozen: The Broadway Musical celebrates love, courage, and self-discovery, and Horlick Theater Arts looks forward to welcoming a new generation of performers to the stage.
For questions or additional information, please contact Director Kate Kowbel at katherine.kowbel@rusd.org
Your generosity helps our students feel proud, united and supported on and off the field! We truly value your commitment to our youth and our community. 🏆
THANK YOU for making a difference! #YouBelongHere
Students, see how you stack up at the 2026 Wisconsin Winter Stackup cup stacking competition at Olympia Brown School!
Saturday, January 24 at 8 AM. 2115 5 1/2 Mile Road.
Compete in Individual, Doubles or Relay competitions.
Register here for this official World Sport Stacking Association event. $20 registration fee.
University of Wisconsin-Parkside is offering a free 'Hour of AI' workshop for middle school students on Thursday, Dec. 11 from 5:30 - 7:30 PM. Students MUST be accompanied by an adult chaperone.
Spots are limited, sign up at
https://uwparkside.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0vaIzgr87shse3Q
Please send questions to parksideworks@uwp.edu
Last call! Time’s almost up to apply for a school other than your boundary school. Don’t miss out. Apply for school choice by midnight tonight! https://www.rusd.org/page/school-choice // Última llamada! El tiempo se acaba para solicitar asistir a una escuela que no sea la que le corresponde por domicilio. No deje pasar esta oportunidad. Entregue su solicitud hoy antes de medianoche. https://www.rusd.org/page/school-choice
Our 7th graders had an incredible day exploring the world of science, technology, engineering, and manufacturing at the STEM Middle School Expo held at the SC Johnson iMET Center! 🚀🔧🤖
Students rotated through hands-on, high-interest sessions, including:
⚡ Electrical Engineering – experimenting with circuits, energy systems, and how electricity powers our world.
🎓 Intro to Gateway – learning about STEM pathways, programs, and future opportunities at Gateway Technical College.
🤖 Robotics in Advanced Manufacturing – seeing industrial robots in action and discovering how automation drives today’s industries.
🛠️ VR Welding – stepping into a virtual welding lab to practice MIG and TIG techniques in a safe, immersive environment.
🎮 eSports – exploring competitive gaming, team strategy, shoutcasting, and the growing careers behind the industry.
🏭 iMET Center Tour – walking through innovation labs, seeing CNC machinery, and watching Gateway students bring projects to life.
💡 Learning Innovation at iMET – discovering how smart technology connects machines, sensors, and data to shape the future.
Our students were engaged, curious, and excited about the possibilities ahead. Huge thank-you to Gateway Technical College and SC Johnson iMET Center for an inspiring day of learning! 🙌✨
#STEM #FutureEngineers #GatewayTechnicalCollege #HandsOnLearning #MiddleSchoolSuccess
Visit rusd.org/SchoolChoice to learn about our choice schools and apply online.
Please note, we will be closed November 26 - 28 for Thanksgiving Recess.
