Rushing Middle School Family:

I hope this message finds you refreshed and energized after our winter break! As we begin 2025, I want to share some exciting developments in our school community.

As many of you know, our district continues to grow and thrive, leading to the upcoming opening of our new middle school, Moseley Middle School. While change can sometimes feel uncertain, Mr. McDonnell (Rushing's new principal), Rushing administration, and I want to assure you that our Rushing community will remain strong through this transition. In fact, I'm thrilled to share a photo from before the break where Mr. McDonnell and I had the wonderful opportunity to meet with Mr. Rushing! This moment felt like perfect timing, symbolizing the collaborative spirit that will guide us through these changes.

I'm excited to continue serving as your principal through May 23, 2025. Each and every student, teacher, and staff member is a valued part of our Rushing family, and we will continue to provide the excellent education and supportive environment you've come to expect from us.

Due to our continued growth (we will welcome over 20 new students on January 7th!), we need to make some adjustments, particularly in our 6th and 8th grade classes where some sections have reached 35 students. I'm grateful that our district has recognized this need and provided additional teaching allocations to support our students, which will allow us to create more appropriate class sizes for optimal learning. While some classes may experience changes in the coming weeks as we complete our hiring process (including necessary background checks and paperwork), we are committed to making these transitions as seamless as possible for our students. Impacted students and their families will receive communication as these changes happen. Thank you for your trust and grace as we optimize our students' learning!

These changes reflect the vibrant growth of our community, and while change can be challenging, it also brings new opportunities. Our administrative team is working diligently to ensure these transitions are handled thoughtfully and professionally.

Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns. We value open communication and want to ensure everyone feels informed and supported during this time of growth.

Here's to a fantastic spring semester!

Warmly,

Dr. Kari Roan

#RushingAllAlways

Note this overview of dates and the specific on-campus event here at Rushing for Raiders in the following graphic!

As we approach scheduling season, you will undoubtedly have many questions about courses and schedules and the like. All of the Rushing staff is here to help! To ensure that your questions are answered by the appropriate person, be sure to read over the links in Counseling Corner to know what is within the counselors' purview. If what you need is not there, reach out to your AP! You can find their info in the graphic at the bottom of this newsletter weekly!

The GT Referral Window for grades K - 11 will close at 4pm Jan 17, 2025. A full description of gifted services and the process to qualify may be found on the Gifted & Talented page on the district website. If your child demonstrates advanced cognitive ability compared to their age peers, you may submit a referral that will allow the district to review necessary student data to make placement decisions for the upcoming school year. The referral link may be accessed through the district website.

What a great way to start the new year- by joining or starting a club!

Click the images above for ways to get involved! We love our parents and families, and we would love to see you on campus!

Each student has an AdCo team ready to serve them as their first contact based on the student's last name. We are happy to be here for your family. See below to see your family's AP and Counselor team!