TOY Spotlights | Center Valley Elementary Teacher of the Year 📚 ❤️
The 2023-2024 Center Valley Elementary Teacher of the Year is Mrs. Baylee Baker!
Grade/Position: 1st Grade Teacher
Years in education: 8
Years at RSD: 8
❤️ Favorite thing about RSD: “My favorite thing about RSD is the importance the district places on professional learning communities and collaboration throughout the district to ensure student success.”
Congratulations Mrs. Baker! Here's to celebrating the bright future you continue to shape for the students you serve! 🏆 ✨
#OneRSD ❤️ 🌪️ 🖤
🌪️ 3 Educators Rising students, Alex Bates, Katie Hovis, and Joy Skaggs, traveled to Washington D.C. to participate in the National Conference and Competition this past week! 🌟 Here's some of the highlights from the trip: 🎉 Katie Hovis finished as a national semifinalist in her competition: Exploring Education Administration Careers. Hovis was the only Arkansas participant to earn a semifinalist or higher rank! 🎉 While at the conference, the students participated in several sessions, including Joy Skaggs, who participated in a field test for the new Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators: Mathematics Exam. She achieved a perfect score; an achievement never seen before! 🎉 In addition to activities at the conference, the students also met with Representative Bruce Westerman, who took the team on a guided tour of the U.S. Capitol. (Joy Skaggs was invited to explain who Norman Borlaug was to the rest of the audience in the statuary because Skaggs was the only person who knew of him due to a research paper she wrote about him for her AP World History class.) While on the tour, the team also caught up with former Ed Rising student Ellie Lamoureux (RHS Class of 2023) who was interning for Senator Tom Cotton. 🎉 The team also met with Senator John Boozman's staff in his offices to discuss education issues and governmental policy. What an amazing trip! Congratulations students! #OneRSD ❤️ 🌪️ 🖤
RSD will be providing free breakfast to all students once again this school year! 🌞🍎
#OneRSD♥️🌪️🖤
♥️ RSD will be covering school supplies for all students in Preschool - 12th grades for the third year in a row!
Families will only need to purchase a few items such as a backpack and water bottle for their students as determined by each school.
For any questions, families may contact their child’s school.
#OneRSD ♥️🌪️🖤
📄 Free and reduced meals applications for the 2024-2025 school year are now open!
📣 Thanks to ACT 656, all students with approved 2024-2025 Free and Reduced applications will receive FREE meals for the 2024- 2025 School Year!
📌 All meals applications completed before July 1st, 2024 will expire in September 2024.
➡️ Apply online here: https://linqconnect.com/public/meal-application/new
➡️ Or download the application from the RSD website here: https://www.rsdk12.net/documents/child-nutrition-information/30058
#OneRSD ❤️🌪️
Cyclones Represent at All-Star Weekend 🏆
The Arkansas High School Coaches Association had their annual All-Star Weekend at the University of Central Arkansas from June 19-22. Multiple Cyclones were selected to represent the West side of the state.
🎉 Ariyana McDaniel and Victoria Taylor performed on the West All Star Dance Team, where they cheered on Cyclone Brenna Burk to victory in the All Star Basketball Game. Coach Aubrey Howertonwas named the Assistant Coach for the West Dance Team and helped prepare her team for 3 performances during the Basketball and Football games!
Great job Cyclones! 🌪️
#GoCyclones♥️🌪️
TOY Spotlights | RCVA/SLC Teacher of the Year 📚 ❤️
The 2023-2024 RCVA/SLC Teacher of the Year is Mr. Micah Bennett!
Grade/Position: 9-12 Business / English Teacher
Years in education: 16
Years at RSD: 4
❤️ Favorite thing about RSD: “Being a part of the Russellville School District the past 4 years has been a great experience because it has a family-like, small town atmosphere that reminds me of growing up in my hometown.”
Congratulations Mr. Bennett! Here's to celebrating the bright future you continue to shape for the students you serve! 🏆 ✨
#OneRSD ❤️ 🌪️ 🖤
Free Summer Meal Distributions 2024 🍽️
Summer Meal Distributions began on June 2nd, 2024, and will carry on throughout the summer. Pick-up will be at the Russellville Junior High School on Sundays: 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. and Mondays: 6:30 - 8:00 a.m.
Please sign up in advance at https://buff.ly/4b4yWY3 For more information, contact the RSD Child Nutrition Office at 479-498-8836 or email Ashley Mooney at ashley.mooney@rsdk12.net
#OneRSD❤️ 🌪️ 🖤
TOY Spotlights | Dwight Elementary Teacher of the Year 📚 ❤️
The 2023-2024 Dwight Elementary Teacher of the Year is Mrs. Monica Childers!
Grade/Position: 2nd Grade Teacher
Years in education: 6
Years at RSD: 6
❤️ Favorite thing about RSD: “My favorite thing about working at Russellville School District is undoubtedly the incredible people I get to interact with every day—my coworkers and my students. My colleagues bring a wealth of knowledge, collaboration, and support, making our workplace a positive and inspiring environment. Additionally, the students I have the privilege of working with each day bring energy, curiosity, and a constant reminder of the importance of our work. Their enthusiasm for learning inspires me to give my best.”
Congratulations Mrs. Childers! Here's to celebrating the bright future you continue to shape for the students you serve! 🏆 ✨
#OneRSD ❤️ 🌪️ 🖤
📹 The Cyclones Quiz Bowl team was featured on KARK/Fox16 News yesterday evening!
➡️ Watch here: https://buff.ly/45LrL5Y
Thank you to KARK/Fox16 for highlighting the Cyclones Quiz Bowl Team's outstanding accomplishments!
#OneRSD♥️🌪️🖤
🏆 The Russellville High School Cyclones Quiz Bowl team received a Congressional Record from Congressman Bruce Westerman in recognition of winning their 1st National Championship and their 8x State Championship streak!
Pictured from left to right: Coach Steven and Becki Quoss, Logan Greggs, Will Stump, Keegan Fuller, Ian Warnick, Gidian Fuller, Coach Andrew Taylor!
🎥 Watch KARK 4 News at 6:00 p.m. or FOX16 News at 9:00 p.m. to learn more about the National Championship team and the hard work that went into this accomplishment!
#OneRSD ❤️🌪️🖤
🌪️ RSD STORM Award 23-24 Recipient Spotlight | Mrs. Patricia Golightly! 🎉
Serving as an ASL interpreter, Mrs.Golightly’s dedication, positivity, and compassionate approach serve as a source of motivation for both students and colleagues. Her colleagues had this to say:
📌 "Patty acknowledges the unique strengths and talents of each student she works with, celebrating their achievements and contributions to the school community.
She ensures that all students feel valued and recognized for their individuality.”
📌 "In her role as an ASL interpreter, Patty not only translates language but also educates students and staff about deaf culture and inclusive practices. She imparts knowledge and skills that promote understanding and empathy among the school community."
Congratulations, Mrs. Golightly! Your hard work and dedication are truly appreciated. ❤️
#OneRSD ❤️ 🌪️ 🖤
Summer Office Hours | July 2024
All District offices operating during summer will be open 7:00 a.m. - 4:50 p.m. Operating offices will be open 4 days a week.
The schedule is as follows:
Week of July 1-5: Open Monday - Wednesday; Closed July 4th - 5th in observance of the 4th of July.
Week of July 8-12: Closed Monday July 8th; Open Tuesday - Friday.
All operating offices will operate under normal hours (Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m) beginning the week of July 15th.
For more information, contact the District Administration office at 479-968-1306.
🌪️ RSD STORM Award 23-24 Recipient Spotlight | Mr. Ryan Deming!! 🎉
As a dedicated member of the RSD Technology Department, Mr. Deming is known for his devotion and willingness to help others. His colleagues had this to say:
📌 "Ryan does an outstanding job with his technology duties and responsibilities. He always goes above and beyond to help out our campus, teachers, and students in all of our technology needs."
📌 "Ryan puts forth his best effort to ensure students can learn and staff can get their jobs done. He is always willing to help everyone through any issues that arise."
Congratulations, Mr. Deming! Your hard work and dedication are truly appreciated. 👏
#OneRSD ♥️🌪️🖤
📚 TOY Spotlights | RMS Teacher of the Year 📚 ❤️
The 2023-2024 RMS Teacher of the Year is Mrs. Kylie Gallegos!
Grade/Position: 6th grade ELA Special Educator
Years in education: 14
Years at RSD: 4
❤️ Favorite thing about RSD: “The team of teachers that I work with is absolutely incredible. We work together to make sure that ALL students have the opportunity to learn at a high level.”
Congratulations Mrs. Gallegos! Here's to celebrating the bright future you continue to shape for the students you serve! 🏆 ✨
#OneRSD ❤️ 🌪️ 🖤
Lil Cyclone Volleyball Camp 🏐🌪️
♥️ The Lady Cyclone Volleyball team hosted their Lil Cyclone Volleyball camp for Kindergarten-6th graders! There was a great turnout of future Cyclones learning from outstanding Lady Cyclone athletes!
#FutureCyclones♥️🌪️
TOY Spotlights | London Elementary Teacher of the Year 📚 ♥️
The 2023-2024 London Elementary Teacher of the Year is Mrs. Ashlyn Gearhart!
Grade/Position: 2nd Grade Teacher, Transitioning to 1st Grade
Years in education: 10
Years at RSD: 8
♥️ Favorite thing about RSD: "My favorite thing about RSD is the people. I love the team I get the pleasure of working with. They truly care about students, and want them to grow."
Congratulations Mrs. Gearhart! Here's to celebrating the bright future you continue to shape for the students you serve! 🏆✨
#OneRSD ♥️🌪️🖤
RMS Spirit Squad Camp 📣🌪️
♥️ The RMS Spirit Squad just finished up an amazing summer camp! They spent several days bonding through activities like Secret Sis, learning chants and band dances, and worked hard on technique and skills!
👏 Shoutout to the RHS Dance team and RJHS cheer/dance team members who came to help out!
#GoGales ♥️🖤
#FutureCyclones🌪️
Cyclones Quiz Bowl Teams win First Ever National Championship!🏆
🥇 The RHS Quiz Bowl Team won its first ever national title winning the National Academic Championship tournament on Sunday afternoon. The Cyclones went 6-0 at their regional tournament in New Orleans in May to qualify and defeated teams from Corpus Christi, Little Rock Central, an international team from Dubai, and Parkland High School (from Pennsylvania) in the elimination rounds to earn the overall title. Championship team members include Will Stump, Keegan Fuller, Ian Warnick, Matthew Fox, Gidian Fuller, and Alyx Dunaway.
🎉 In addition to the championship, RHS had another very impressive showing by having another varsity team reach the quarterfinals . This team featured Hayden Daniel, Claryn Nupp, Crawford Rash, Sarah Shoptaw, Zion McArthur, Avery Feemster and Noah Wooten.
Congratulations Cyclones! 🎉
#GoCyclones
#OneRSD❤️ 🌪️ 🖤
TOY Spotlights | Crawford Elementary Teacher of the Year 📚 ♥️
The 2023-2024 Crawford Elementary Teacher of the Year is Ms. Megan Heikkila!
Grade/Position: Music specialist
Years in education: 18
Years at RSD: 18
♥️ Favorite thing about RSD: "I love my school! Crawford Eagles are the best! I love the kids and all my coworkers, and my specialist team is like family."
Congratulations Ms. Heikkila! Here's to celebrating the bright future you continue to shape for the students you serve! 🏆✨
#OneRSD ♥️🌪️
