I just wanted to take a minute and describe how wonderful Homecoming Week was here at Russellville. Having come from some larger districts, I have regrettably seen the disappearance of Homecoming Week activities that give students connections to the school beyond the normal school day. But that was not the case here as we had a bonfire, a town square pep rally, a Homecoming dance that was packed, and a great game (that we won).
These types of activities are dying outside of the boarders of our town, but anyone who was at the dance Friday night would tell you that we must protect them. They give our students memories that go so far beyond the pictures we take on our phones and the moments we post on social media about. What we had this past week for our students were life experiences that will stay with them all of their lives. It was a wonderful week!
STAR Benchmark Testing Week
Monday through Wednesday many of our students will be STAR Benchmark testing. This test, which takes about a class period to complete and is done on a computer, is the foundational measurement of our school-wide effort to continually improve the READING of ALL of our students. There has been a concentrated effort by all of our faculty to incorporate reading practices across ALL subject areas. The STAR test is our scoreboard by which we track the fruits of our labors.
Russellville Ready
Russellville Ready, a program designed at preparing Russellville Seniors for real life outside the walls of high school and building upon the academic foundations of regular education and expanding it in areas of social, citizenship, and interpersonal skills, kicks into high gear this week. Seniors will take the US Citizenship Test this Friday during a “Deep Dive” Day in which they will focus on several of criteria skills of Russellville Ready.
Fall Break
It’s the last week of school before we all take a little breather and enjoy Fall Break (even if it feels like summer out there!). The only calendared activity scheduled for Fall Break at this point is:
Soccer, Thursday, 5:30 p.m., Home v. Hopkins Co. Central
Soccer Senior Night and Middle School Football Night
Tuesday night is Soccer Senior Night at Rhea Stadium. The Panthers take on Todd Central
Thursday is 8th Grade Night for the Middle School Football team at Rhea. The Panthers take on Hopkinsville.
Archery Meeting and Baseball Interest Sign Ups
On Oct. 16, there will be an Archery meeting at 6 p.m. in the school Cafeteria.
Coach Tyler Meacham will have a table set up each morning this week before school at which any high school student who may be interested in baseball may sign up and provide contact information.
Russellville Reads Bus Schedule
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2017
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September
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TUESDAY
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THURSDAY
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SATURDAY
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1) Monroe/Lincoln St. 2) Corner of Pin Oak/Glendale
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Stevenson Elementary School
5:00-6:30 PM
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9th. St./Fuqua
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Band Success
The Panther Marching Band took home another big trophy this weekend. The 40+ strong marching band traveled to Logan Co. and brought home 1st Place for a 1A Band.
Sports Happenings
The Panther Football pulled out a gritty 28-21 victory over traditional power Murray High School on Friday Night at Rhea Stadium.
Lady Panther Volleyball picked up a couple of wins this past week. The Lady Panthers defeated Ft. Campbell on Monday 2-0 and Campbellsville 2-1 on Saturday.
In the Middle School Clash of the Cats, the Russellville Lady Panther Softball team used great defense, hot bats, and great teamwork as they defeated Logan County 8-5 and 6-1 in a double header at home on Monday night.
Student Expectations
All classrooms in Russellville JR/SR HS have been working on creating a universal understanding of the five fundamental expectations for students at Russellville. These are:
1. Be Kind
2. Show Respect
3. Do the right thing.
4. Get after it.
5. Rep RVK.
Calendar
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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STAR Progress Monitoring Window
Mr. Flener to meet with seniors during A/A in auditorium
Soccer @ Franklin-Simpson MS 5:30 pm
JV Football Home Vs. Butler County
6:00
MS Softball Home Vs. Monroe County
6:00
Make-Up Day for Pictures, Grades 6-11
Academic Team matches vs. Hopkins Central and Madisonville. Home. 5:00-8:00.
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STAR Progress Monitoring Window
Senior Civics review in Gym 7:30-8 AM
Soccer Home Vs. Todd County Central MS/JV/V 4:30pm (SENIOR NIGHT)
Volleyball Home Vs. Todd County Central 7:00pm
MS Softball Home District Tournament
TBA
Tobacco Festival using the Auditorium and Lobby from 6pm on
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STAR Progress Monitoring Window
Senior Civics review in Gym 7:30-8 AM
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Soccer @ Hopkins County Central
V 6:00 pm
RMS Football Home Vs. Hopkinsville (8th Grade Night)
5:30
Tobacco Festival using the Auditorium and Lobby from 6pm on
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Deep Dive Day - All 12th Graders to Crossland Community Church 8:00-3:00
Football Home Vs. Fulton County 7pm
Football Schedule
HS FCA-7:30-Choir Room
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MS Softball State Tournament TBA
Tobacco Festival using the Auditorium and Lobby from 9-12
RHS Band @ Warren Central Contest
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What’s for Breakfast and Lunch this week?
BREAKFAST ITEMS SERVED DAILY: Pop Tart choices, Cereal choices, Strawberry Bagel w/Cream Cheese, Muffins, and Fruit.
Monday-Sausage Pancake on a Stick
Tuesday--Donut Holes or Mini Pancakes
Wednesday-Sausage & Biscuit w/Jelly
Thursday-Bacon, Egg and Cheese Burrito
Friday-French Toast Sticks w/ Syrup
Lunch Menu
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Monday
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Chicken Tenders w//Dipping Sauce
Macaroni and Cheese, Green Peas, Whole Grain Roll, Sliced Peaches, and Apples
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Tuesday
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Baked Potatoes w/Butter Sour Cream, Bacon Bits Broccoli and Cheese Salsa
Tossed Salad w/Dressing, Whole Grain Breadstick, Diced Peache,s & Pineapple
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Wednesday
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Quesadilla w/Sour Cream and Salsa
Seasoned Corn, Mexican Rice, Cantaloupe, and Applesauce
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Thursday
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Breaded or Spicy Chicken Sandwich Trimmings
Tater Tots, Baked Beans, Vegies w/Dip, Grapes, and Mandarins
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Friday
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Turkey, Ham and Cheese SUBS w/ Trimmings
Carrot Sticks and Cherry Tomatoes w/Dip Chips, Rice Krispie Treat, Banana, and Apple
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