Our RES family is back and better than ever! A huge shoutout to our dedicated staff for kicking off the school year with such enthusiasm and positivity. Your hard work and commitment have set the stage for an incredible year ahead.We’re also thrilled to launch our new House System initiative, bringing even more excitement, community, and school spirit to RES. It’s inspiring to see everyone embrace this new program with open arms!Here’s to a fantastic year filled with learning, growth, and teamwork. Go RES! ❤️💙💛💚#FirstDaySuccess #TeamRES #HouseSystem #SchoolSpirit #RESWordsHavePower
At RES, our office team is the heartbeat of our school. Their dedication, hard work, and friendly faces keep everything running smoothly every day. From answering calls and assisting students to managing important paperwork and supporting our staff, they do it all with a smile! A big THANK YOU to our incredible office team for all that you do. You make RES a wonderful place to be! #TeamRES #OfficeHeroes #RESWordsHavePower
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We are thrilled to introduce this dynamic duo ... Misty and Aubry! With a strong dedication to creating a clean and safe environment, this team has been a fantastic addition to our school community. They have hustled all summer to get the Elementary School in tip top shape! Help us celebrate them! We're excited to have them both with us and look forward to a wonderful school year ahead.
Rusk ISD is thrilled to announce the overwhelming success of today's Back to School Drive. Mrs. Pepin, Mrs. Downs, and team went above and beyond in planning such an organized event. Thanks to the incredible generosity and support of our community, the event was able to equip many students with the essential supplies they need to start the school year off right. Many community agencies contributed to supporting the events' success. Our district is grateful for the many partnerships. We appreciate everyone who participated in our Back to School Drive. Your kindness and generosity are deeply appreciated, and we are proud to be part of such a caring community. Together, we are making a difference!❤️🦅
We are thrilled to introduce a new face to the RES office and welcome our new addition to
our school secretary team, Mrs. Rosa Lowe.
Mrs. Lowe brings experience and a warm, friendly presence to our front office. We can't wait for our students, parents, and staff to meet her. Please join us in giving her a big RES welcome!
Download the Rusk ISD 2024-25 Academic Calendar Now! You can save to your phone or print out and put on your fridge. The first day of school is Monday, August 12th.
We are thrilled to announce the 1st Quarter launch of our campus-wide reading initiative at Rusk Elementary School (RES)! This program is designed to inspire a love of reading in all our students and to create a community of readers. Together, we can foster a lifelong love of reading in our students. Let’s turn the pages to a brighter future at RES! 📖
Once school gets rolling, we'll be posting more information. Be on the lookout!
We are excited to welcome back a familiar face to our RES community! Ms. Krystal is returning to our campus this year, but in a new capacity. She will be joining us as a Special Education Paraprofessional bringing her sweet spirit, nurturing heart and dedication to our students. We are so excited to see the wonderful contributions she will bring to our school in this new capacity.
We are thrilled to introduce a fantastic addition to our teaching staff, Mrs. Bunn, who will be joining us as a 3rd Grade Teacher! With many years of experience in education, she brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep commitment to student success. She has a proven track record of fostering a positive and engaging learning environment. Mrs. Bunn is passionate about helping students reach their full potential and is excited to become a part of our RES community. We are so excited to have her with us and look forward to the incredible impact she will have on our students.
We are delighted to introduce the newest member of our team, Ms. Whitaker, who will be joining us as a 3rd Grade Paraprofessional! She brings a passion for education and a commitment to supporting our students' growth and success. Ms. Whitaker is eager to work alongside our talented teachers to provide the best possible learning environment for our 3rd graders.
Please join us in giving Ms. Cox a warm RES welcome! We are so excited to have her with us and look forward to the positive impact she will have on our students. She will be joining Rusk Elementary School and Rusk Intermediate School as our new Speech Teacher! She is dedicated to helping our students improve their communication skills and succeed in their academic and social lives.
We are thrilled to announce the return of a beloved former Rusk Elementary School paraprofessional who recently graduated from SFA! Please join us in welcoming back Mrs. Blankinship, who will be rejoining our team as a 3rd grade teacher. She has a deep connection with our students and brings passion that truly enriches our school community.
We are excited to announce our theme for this school year: Words Have Power. At RES, we believe that words can inspire, motivate, and create positive change. Throughout the year, we will be focusing on the impact of our words and how we can use them to uplift and empower one another.
Our theme will be integrated into classroom activities, school events, and community projects, encouraging our students to think carefully about the words they use and to understand the incredible power they hold.
Let’s work together to create an environment where kindness, encouragement, and respect are at the forefront. We look forward to a fantastic year filled with positive words and actions!
#RuskElementary #SchoolTheme #WordsHavePower #PositiveChange #RESFamily
Please join us in giving Mrs. Johnson a warm RES welcome! She is super energetic and will bring new energy to the campus. We are so excited to have her on board and look forward to a fantastic school year ahead!
We are excited to introduce a fantastic new addition to our teaching staff, Mrs. Kennedy! She will be joining us as a 3rd teacher, bringing her kind spirit, a special passion for education and commitment to student success to RES.
We are thrilled to introduce our new Assistant Principal, Mrs. Jasmin Herrera, to the Rusk ISD School family and community! With a wealth of experience in various realms of education, Mrs. Herrera brings a passion for student success and a dedication to fostering a positive and inclusive school environment. Her background includes bilingual education, instructional technology, parent engagement coordinator, and educational leadership, with 16 years of experience. We are confident that her expertise and enthusiasm will greatly benefit our students, staff, and community. Please join us in giving her a warm Rusk ISD welcome! Welcome to the RES Team, Mrs. Herrera! We are so excited to have you with us and look forward to an amazing school year ahead!
As we gear up for an exciting new school year at Rusk Elementary School, we want to make sure our students are fully prepared for success. Here are the school supply lists for the upcoming school year for 2nd and 3rd grades. Please make sure your child has all the necessary items to start the year off right! We are looking forward to welcoming our students back to campus! Let's make this school year the best one yet!
🍎 Join Us for Meet the Teacher Night! 🍎
We are excited to welcome our students and their families to Rusk Elementary School’s annual Meet the Teacher Night! This is a wonderful opportunity to get to know your child’s new teacher, see their classroom, and connect with other families in our community.
Come explore the school, ask questions, and see what the new school year has in store. Feel free to bring your school supplies.
Get ready for an exciting day packed with activities and resources to help you prepare for the new school year! And don’t miss out on the live entertainment and fun activities for all ages! Bring your family and friends for a day of celebration and preparation.
We can’t wait to see you there! 🏫✏️🎶
Save the Dates! August will be here in a blink of an eye and we don't want anyone to miss out on the fun planned at RES!
