🎓 TODAY'S THE DAY! The 2027-28 FAFSA is OPEN!
If you're planning to attend college, technical college or another eligible postsecondary program, now is the time to take the first step toward accessing financial aid.
Apply today at studentaid.gov
If you experience a slow website or a delay today, don't panic. Make a calendar reminder to come back and complete it later.
Need help? Reach out to your school, college financial aid office or a FAFSA support partner in your community.
Your postsecondary future starts with this step!
The FAFSA opens in one week!
Let's bust a FAFSA myth:
❌ MYTH: "I probably won't qualify for financial aid, so I don't need to complete the FAFSA."
✅ FACT: You won't know what financial aid you may be eligible for until you complete the FAFSA.
The FAFSA can help determine eligibility for federal financial aid, and FAFSA information is also used by colleges and states when determining aid. Don't count yourself out before you apply.
As with everything, beware of scams and fraud! StudentAid.gov is the ONLY official website to complete the FAFSA.
The 2027-28 FAFSA opens October 1.
Learn what you need to get ready.
🎓 2 WEEKS UNTIL THE FAFSA OPENS!
So, what exactly is the FAFSA?
FAFSA stands for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. It is the form students complete to apply for federal financial aid to help pay for college, technical college and other eligible postsecondary education and training.
Completing the FAFSA can help determine your eligibility for federal grants, work-study and student loans. Colleges and universities may also use FAFSA information when determining eligibility for their own financial aid.
And here's the important part: You won't know what financial aid you may be eligible for until you complete the FAFSA.
The 2027-28 FAFSA opens October 1 for students planning to attend school during the 2027-28 academic year.
Start learning about the FAFSA now so you're ready when it opens.
Visit studentaid.gov or learn more here.
School starts September 1 - make sure you're ready! Check out this important Back-to-School information.
We are excited to announce that RTC Services has hired Jace Johnson of The REAL School and Matteo Molini of Case High School as Youth Apprentices!
Jace and Matteo connected with RTC Services at April's RUSD/Racine Area Manufacturers and Commerce Youth Apprenticeship hiring event.
RTC Services is owned by Ryan Chadek, a Case graduate. As a first-time YA partner, Ryan and his team will provide employment and mentorship to Jace and Matteo as they utilize the training they have acquired through The Academies of Racine for home remodeling projects.
For more information on how to get involved in Youth Apprenticeship, contact regional coordinator Jen Muffick at jmuffick@racinechamber.com.
Jace and Matteo connected with RTC Services at April's RUSD/Racine Area Manufacturers and Commerce Youth Apprenticeship hiring event.
RTC Services is owned by Ryan Chadek, a Case graduate. As a first-time YA partner, Ryan and his team will provide employment and mentorship to Jace and Matteo as they utilize the training they have acquired through The Academies of Racine for home remodeling projects.
For more information on how to get involved in Youth Apprenticeship, contact regional coordinator Jen Muffick at jmuffick@racinechamber.com.
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
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
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!
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
Graduations for The Class of 2026 are just three months away!
🎓⏰ #YouBelongHere
🎓⏰ #YouBelongHere
Time is running out—don’t miss your final chance to fill out the RUSD 2026 Family Survey
This your opportunity to share what’s working and what can be improved.
Complete it now: https://surveys.panoramaed.com/racine/FamilyWinter2026/surveys
¡El tiempo se está acabando! No pierda su última oportunidad de completar la Encuesta Familiar RUSD 2026.
Esta es su oportunidad de compartir lo que está funcionando y lo que se puede mejorar.
Complétela ahora: https://surveys.panoramaed.com/racine/FamilyWinter2026/surveys
We're highlighting some beautiful #BlackHistoryMonth door decorations for this week's #MasterpieceMonday!
Don’t miss your chance to be heard!
The RUSD 2026 Family Survey is your opportunity to share what’s working—and what can be better.
Complete it today: https://surveys.panoramaed.com/racine/FamilyWinter2026/surveys
¡No pierda su oportunidad de ser escuchado!
La Encuesta Familiar RUSD 2026 es su oportunidad para compartir lo que funciona y lo que puede mejorar.
Rellénela hoy: https://surveys.panoramaed.com/racine/FamilyWinter2026/surveys
Today is Internet Safety Day. Child sexual exploitation and abuse (CSEA) is a horrific crime that targets some of the most vulnerable people in our communities — children and teens. Resources for education, prevention and intervention of CSEA can be found at https://www.dhs.gov/know2protect
If you know of an incident, you can report it at the bottom of any Know2Protect webpage, by calling 988 for crisis support or 911 for an emergency.
The attached list provides ten steps you can take to prevent CSEA and create a safe digital experience for your child.
Additional information can be found here:
Youth Teams Internet Safety https://aptg.co/Shjgf-
Online Threats https://aptg.co/NSy-5q
Sexually and Financially Motivated Sextortion https://aptg.co/Bk1B95
The application window for the 2026 Mahone Foundation CEO Scholarship is NOW OPEN! Apply here: https://mahonefund.org/ceo-scholarships/
If you would like in-person help applying, attend a scholarship application workshop. Wednesday, Feb. 11 from 6-8 PM at the George Bray Neighborhood Center, 924 Center Street. (Facebook event post: https://www.facebook.com/share/1WTguSDCnn/ )
Parents and guardians, we want to hear from YOU!
Your feedback in the RUSD 2026 Family Survey helps us build better schools for every student. It only takes a few minutes!
Take the survey: https://surveys.panoramaed.com/racine/FamilyWinter2026/surveys
¡Padres y tutores, queremos saber SU opinión!
Sus comentarios en la Encuesta Familiar RUSD 2026 nos ayudan a construir mejores escuelas para todos los estudiantes. ¡Solo toma unos minutos!
Rellénela hoy: https://surveys.panoramaed.com/racine/FamilyWinter2026/surveys
Check out the latest updates, events and opportunities from RUSD in Inside Unified, the district's newsletter: https://conta.cc/4jRnl4n
Attention graduating seniors who intend to pursue a CAREER IN TEACHING. The application for the 2026 Racine Area Retired Educators Association (RAREA) $2,000 Scholarship is now available at https://forms.gle/DHFNpH2PJF3eCREd7
Applications are due March 15.
Full details are available at https://aptg.co/dZ493J
Questions? Contact Chris Jamieson at cjamies@gmail.com
The 13th Annual Girls Empowered by Math & Science (GEMS) Conference was amazing! Eighth graders from across RUSD learned about STEM-related careers and participated in interactive labs.
A huge THANK YOU to Girls Inc. of SE Wisconsin, PPG, SC Johnson - A Family Company, United Way of Racine County, University of Wisconsin-Parkside, Educators Credit Union, Gateway Technical College, SAFE Haven of Racine, Racine American Association of University Women, Inclusivity, We Make T-Shirts, Women in Technology Wisconsin Inc., Community State Bank and Summit Credit Union for sponsoring and organizing this event for our students! #GEMScon #YouBelongHere
A huge THANK YOU to Girls Inc. of SE Wisconsin, PPG, SC Johnson - A Family Company, United Way of Racine County, University of Wisconsin-Parkside, Educators Credit Union, Gateway Technical College, SAFE Haven of Racine, Racine American Association of University Women, Inclusivity, We Make T-Shirts, Women in Technology Wisconsin Inc., Community State Bank and Summit Credit Union for sponsoring and organizing this event for our students! #GEMScon #YouBelongHere
Today was the day to drop off toys and a cash donation to Children's Hospital. All the hard work and practice, the thrilling powder puff game, but the reward came today with another kind act of giving by the students.
