We're so proud to announce the September Golden Eagles! 🦅 Our teachers were specifically looking for students who demonstrated an outstanding Work Ethic this month, and these students soared above and beyond!
A strong work ethic means showing persistence and perseverance, having a "get it done" attitude, and displaying commitment. Help us celebrate their hard work, reliability, and growth mindset!
A strong work ethic means showing persistence and perseverance, having a "get it done" attitude, and displaying commitment. Help us celebrate their hard work, reliability, and growth mindset!
We're so proud to celebrate Mrs. Pam Seamands, who was named EKU's Cooperating Teacher of the Year!
She is a model mentor, dedicated to ensuring her practicum students are fully prepared to successfully transition into their own teaching jobs as they graduate. Mrs. Seamands truly embodies the JCS Graduate Profile by modeling the skills of Communication, Critical Thinking, Connected Citizenship, Responsibility, and a strong Work Ethic, setting the next generation of educators up for success!
Thank you, Mrs. Seamands, for being a Trustworthy mentor and an amazing part of our RDES Family!
She is a model mentor, dedicated to ensuring her practicum students are fully prepared to successfully transition into their own teaching jobs as they graduate. Mrs. Seamands truly embodies the JCS Graduate Profile by modeling the skills of Communication, Critical Thinking, Connected Citizenship, Responsibility, and a strong Work Ethic, setting the next generation of educators up for success!
Thank you, Mrs. Seamands, for being a Trustworthy mentor and an amazing part of our RDES Family!
Our 5th graders are putting their Critical Thinking and Communication skills to the ultimate test in STEM class with Jenga Maker!
This isn't just a game—it's hands-on engineering! Students are challenging themselves to:
- Think Critically to analyze the structure and plan their next move.
- Communicate Effectively with their team to execute complex building challenges.
- Develop a strong Work Ethic through perseverance and learning from mistakes.
These real-world competencies are preparing our students for future success in challenging, purposeful careers! We are so proud of their focus and collaboration as they tackle these complex problems.
This isn't just a game—it's hands-on engineering! Students are challenging themselves to:
- Think Critically to analyze the structure and plan their next move.
- Communicate Effectively with their team to execute complex building challenges.
- Develop a strong Work Ethic through perseverance and learning from mistakes.
These real-world competencies are preparing our students for future success in challenging, purposeful careers! We are so proud of their focus and collaboration as they tackle these complex problems.
We are so proud of these third-grade students who spontaneously chose to clean up the playground! They are demonstrating Connected Citizenship by actively helping our school community. These future graduates know how to bring value to the community. Way to positively impact our school!
Check out our focused first graders crushing it at Math Centers! It's amazing to see their Work Ethic in action as they independently tackle challenges and strive for excellence. These learning opportunities showcase how our young minds are growing into responsible learners and building those critical problem-solving skills.
Recently, when a staff member's car became disabled right as they arrived, a number of our wonderful RDES families and fellow staff members immediately stepped up to help them out. We are so incredibly grateful for the generosity and support shown by our community in a moment of need. It’s a perfect reminder that we're more than just a school, we're a true family!
Check out our latest student spotlight! We're recognizing students who are actively living out the Jessamine County Schools Graduate Profile characteristics! We'll be highlighting students who demonstrate key attributes like Work Ethic, Responsibility, Connected Citizenship, Successful Communication, and Critical Thinking.
Want to know exactly what it means to be a Connected Citizen who "positively impacts the community" or a Responsible student who "takes ownership" and "corrects mistakes"? Or maybe a Critical Thinker who is "innovative" and "solves problems"? Be sure to look at the image on each post to learn more about the specific characteristics the student is exemplifying and see how they are making a difference in their school and community!
Want to know exactly what it means to be a Connected Citizen who "positively impacts the community" or a Responsible student who "takes ownership" and "corrects mistakes"? Or maybe a Critical Thinker who is "innovative" and "solves problems"? Be sure to look at the image on each post to learn more about the specific characteristics the student is exemplifying and see how they are making a difference in their school and community!
Our 3rd graders in Miss Ferree's class were nuts about math recently! 🐿️ They were busy like squirrels, collecting nuts (knowledge!) and showing off their skills in adding, subtracting, rounding, and multiplication. These authentic moments of engagement allow our students' to feel supported, while also having each student's learning needs met!
Our 4th graders in Mrs. Seamands' class were scrubbing in for a day of deep learning! Critical Thinking skills were fully engaged as they performed "surgeries" to solve complex problems and discover new concepts. It's a joyful way to learn and grow at RDES! "Excellence for All" is about hands-on, memorable experiences like this!
Check out our latest student spotlight! We're recognizing students who are actively living out the Jessamine County Schools Graduate Profile characteristics! We'll be highlighting students who demonstrate key attributes like Work Ethic, Responsibility, Connected Citizenship, Successful Communication, and Critical Thinking.
Want to know exactly what it means to be a Connected Citizen who "positively impacts the community" or a Responsible student who "takes ownership" and "corrects mistakes"? Or maybe a Critical Thinker who is "innovative" and "solves problems"? Be sure to look at the image on each post to learn more about the specific characteristics the student is exemplifying and see how they are making a difference in their school and community!
Want to know exactly what it means to be a Connected Citizen who "positively impacts the community" or a Responsible student who "takes ownership" and "corrects mistakes"? Or maybe a Critical Thinker who is "innovative" and "solves problems"? Be sure to look at the image on each post to learn more about the specific characteristics the student is exemplifying and see how they are making a difference in their school and community!
Check out our awesome third-grade teams collaborating on a new math concept! Working in their table groups, students used Critical Thinking to create their very own examples of what a product is.
Every student had a strong voice as they worked together and talked through their strategies, demonstrating great Communication skills and an amazing Work Ethic! We love seeing our students support each other and celebrate successes—that's the JCS Experience in action!
It's a joy to watch them learn from each other and strive for Excellence for All!
Every student had a strong voice as they worked together and talked through their strategies, demonstrating great Communication skills and an amazing Work Ethic! We love seeing our students support each other and celebrate successes—that's the JCS Experience in action!
It's a joy to watch them learn from each other and strive for Excellence for All!
What a wonderful way to celebrate a successful first nine weeks!
Our students have been SOARing and working hard to earn their Dojo Bucks, and today they cashed them in for fun rewards and a movie in the gym! We love seeing their strong Work Ethic pay off.
A special thank you to our incredible families and the PTO for their generous donations to the school store! Your support makes these rewards possible. This event truly highlights our caring school family! Watching our leadership students help the younger children with their purchases demonstrated fantastic Connected Citizenship and a spirit of support.
Our students have been SOARing and working hard to earn their Dojo Bucks, and today they cashed them in for fun rewards and a movie in the gym! We love seeing their strong Work Ethic pay off.
A special thank you to our incredible families and the PTO for their generous donations to the school store! Your support makes these rewards possible. This event truly highlights our caring school family! Watching our leadership students help the younger children with their purchases demonstrated fantastic Connected Citizenship and a spirit of support.
Mrs. Bohnett's 1st graders are officially human body experts! They wrapped up their CKLA unit on the Human Body with an amazing theme day, demonstrating their Critical Thinking skills. Even better, Mrs. Bohnett partnered with Mrs. Campbell during STEM class to guide students as they built their own "working" lungs! This innovative collaboration is a great example of how we strive for Excellence for All at JCS.
Fourth-grade enrichment just leveled up! Check out these future leaders tackling a complex Greek Mythology escape room! They're applying their knowledge, embracing challenges, and developing the real-world skills they need to succeed.
Surgical precision and serious focus in Mrs. Heister's 4th grade class! These aspiring Critical Thinkers are embracing the challenge of their surgery-themed day. They're working hard to "operate" on their learning and prepare for success—pushing forward and always upward!
Camp Day Fun! Mrs. Easterwood's 5th grade class enjoyed a day of camp-themed activities, building community and a sense of belonging in a supportive environment. We love seeing our students, staff, and families know that they belong here at RDES!
Miss Ludt's awesome 3rd graders are becoming expert Critical Thinkers as they dive into their new unit on frogs! They're starting their "Graffiti Walls" by sharing what they already know and asking big questions about amphibians. We love watching them explore their passions and find their purpose through active learning!
Teamwork makes the dream work! In Mrs. Casto's 2nd grade class, students are demonstrating great Connected Citizenship by helping their partners with fun math activities to prepare for their test. We are so proud of how they support each other every step of the way!
Happy Fall Break, RDES Family! We're taking a short break from posting to enjoy the time off, too. We hope all of our students, staff, and families have a safe and restful week away from the school routine. Enjoy the time together!
We want to send a huge shout-out to the Jessamine County Health Department for their vital partnership with RDES in providing our students with dental cleanings twice a year! This is a fantastic example of strengthening our community through leadership and service, one of the JCS Core Values.
Because of this collaborative effort, almost 20% of our RDES students were able to have their teeth cleaned and receive essential dental care! This helps us deliver on our commitment to providing a safe and healthy culture for our students.
If you have any questions about this wonderful program, please feel free to reach out to Mrs. Andrews at emily.andrews@jessamine.kyschools.us or 859.885.6670.
Because of this collaborative effort, almost 20% of our RDES students were able to have their teeth cleaned and receive essential dental care! This helps us deliver on our commitment to providing a safe and healthy culture for our students.
If you have any questions about this wonderful program, please feel free to reach out to Mrs. Andrews at emily.andrews@jessamine.kyschools.us or 859.885.6670.
