Without our nation’s veterans, America wouldn't be the great nation it is today. Our youth deserve to learn about our rich history, traditions and the role of our veterans in creating and shaping America.
Each year, the Veterans of Foreign Wars selects elementary, middle, and high school teachers to participate in the Smart/Maher VFW National Citizenship Education Teacher program. Mrs. Peters was chosen as the Teacher of Year for District 19, as well as the the Teacher of Year for the state of Texas. Rusk Elementary School is incredibly proud of her for representing our campus so well and being a fabulous servant to our community.
The RHS Lady Eagle Softball Team is hosting a softball camp on Friday, January 27th from 5:30-8:00 PM at the Rusk Softball Complex for 3rd-8th grade girls. Registration will be the day of from 5:30-6:00 PM. The RHS coaches and players look forward to interacting with the young athletes.
Everyone shined today at our RES Glow & Grow Celebration!! 🌟 We rewarded our students for their first semester academic growth with an interactive DJ and UV black light dance party. It was crazy glowing FUN!!
Deck yourself out in white and neon cause RES is throwing a GLOW PARTY!
On Friday, January 20th students will participate in a campus-wide "Glow & Grow" Celebration! Students will dance to the hottest beats prepared by an experienced DJ as they glow the day away to celebrate the growth they made the first semester.
Last weekend was the VFW Teacher of Year for District 19. Rusk Elementary School teacher, Jenny Peters was recipient of this prestigious recognition. Next week she will be receiving the elementary teacher of the year for the state of Texas. We are extremely proud of her and her dedication to her career, the students and her campus.
🇺🇸Please consider supporting your local VFW.
JSA is excited to bring such an amazing program like TOPSoccer to our community! If you have any questions, would like to volunteer or donate. Please email us at jacksonvillesoccerasassociation@gmail.com
Thank you Jay Comte and Elijah's Retreat for your support and bringing this great idea to our board!
Registration is now officially open!
https://system.gotsport.com/programs/31809128A
The beautiful game!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0XdC_FxPVY
#TopSoccer #inclusivesoccer #SoccerForAll
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
Click link below:
https://jacksonvillesoccer.org/registration
In Person registration dates: January 14th & 28th 10am-2pm at Postmasters Coffee Co.
Martin Luther King Jr. changed the world. His message, action and character are still paving the way for generations to come.
In observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, there will be no school on Monday, January 16th.
The Rusk Band Boosters are hosting a Father-Daughter Dance and Mother-Son Dance on February 11, 2023.
The 3rd Grade UIL Ready Writing students posed for a group photo before entering the competition room to show off their creative writing skills.
All in all, I couldn't be prouder of the way these students dedicated time to practice each week. I’m confident that their personalities and creativity shined today through their writing! 🌟
“The Kindness Crew” treated teachers and staff to a snack and drink this week to help lift their spirits and put smiles on their faces.
Regular attendance is imperative to ensure success at school. 2nd and 3rd grade students who had perfect attendance for the first semester were placed in a drawing to win a hover board. The first semester recipient was Ryder!! 🎉 He was speechless!
{Perfect attendance is defined as zero absences, zero tardies, and in attendance all day long. A student must be in attendance at school from 8:00 until 3:20 to earn a perfect attendance award.
At RES perfect attendance awards are given at the end of each quarter and at the end of the year. Additionally we celebrate classroom perfect attendance throughout the year.}
Last week, Third graders learned about Brenham's Creamery and the business of manufacturing ice cream. Students were able to take a recipe, measure ingredients, and create their very own ice cream samples. They also got to showcase their creative side by designing their own ice cream shop. Making connections doesn't get any sweeter!!
Mr. K’s class had a colorful time as they tie-dyed socks with Mrs. Cahalane to celebrate winning the top 3rd grade class for the 1st quarter with highest attendance percentage. 🎉
We are all different, but we all count! {What a wonderful “Leadership Book” class activity for the book “Zero”!}
Don’t forget online registration for baseball/softball will be open starting January 2nd and will close February 17th.
Baby Belle Camp for Kindergarten through 3rd grade hosted by the RHS Eagle Belles will be January 28th.
(Students may sign up at the door, but they will not be guaranteed a tshirt.)
Come participate in Little Dribbler’s Camp! It’s the last chance to sign up in person!
Coding with Ms. Starkey was a challenging task that the students were eager to conquer! Put simply, coding is giving instructions to a computer using a language that computers can understand. Coding in elementary school is creating the workforce we need for the future!
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