🏫 Welcome to the Nest, Future Eagles! 🦅

Are you moving into the Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School district for the upcoming 2026–2027 school year? We are thrilled to welcome your family to our school community!

Please see the image(s) for information regarding our Open Enrollment times this summer. Any documents can be emailed in advance to carmon.poor@jessamine.kyschools.us

📝 Important Enrollment Reminders for Current Families:
Annual Update Required: OLR is not a one-time thing—it must be completed yearly for all students.

Summer Support: If you have any questions or concerns throughout the summer, please feel free to call the school at 859.885.6670 and leave a detailed message. Mrs. Andrews will also be available throughout the summer. She can be reached by leaving a message on the school phone, through ParentSquare, or by emailing her at emily.andrews@jessamine.kyschools.us.

Weekly Check-Ins: Our main office line will be monitored and messages will be checked weekly throughout the summer break to assist you.

Summer Letters & Supply Lists: Our summer letters and supply lists are usually mailed in mid-July. We will post when letters are going to be arriving so that families can watch for them.

We can't wait to see our new Eagles soaring this fall! 💙🦅
16 days ago, RDES
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Save the Date! We will offer two different times for Open House this year! Families are welcome to choose the time that works best for them!
7 days ago, RDES
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🧺 Picnic, Play, and Next Steps! 🦅

'Our 5th graders celebrated their last day at RDES with a sunny, memory-filled class picnic! We are so proud of our Eagles and wish them the absolute best as they move on to middle school! 🎓✨

🍔 A Huge Thank You! 🍔
A massive shoutout to Crosswoods Baptist Church for generously providing a delicious lunch for all of our students and staff today! We are so grateful for your support in lifting up our school family. 💙

Once an Eagle, always an Eagle! 🦅
17 days ago, RDES
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🦅 SOARING TO SUCCESS! 🦅

At RDES, our culture is built on high expectations and the unified pursuit of each individual’s personal best. We are incredibly proud to celebrate our top 5th-grade readers who took flight during this school year's 5th Grade Newbery Reading Challenge! 📚✨

These dedicated students pushed themselves to explore their passions and embrace new challenges. Please join us in celebrating their amazing achievements!

🏆 The Prizes
A Custom 3D Printed Trophy 🥇
A Gift Card to a Local Bookstore 🎟️
A Book Bundle packed with Newbery-winning titles! 📖

📱 Grand Prize Winner
A special shout-out to our Overall Winner, who also walked away with a brand new Kindle to keep their reading journey going strong!

🤝 Thank You to Our PTO!
We extend a huge thank you to our wonderful PTO for helping to sponsor this challenge. Students come first, and our families are our partners—we are so grateful for your continued support in lifting up our school family! 💙
17 days ago, RDES
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🦅✨ May Golden Eagle Spotlight: Critical Thinking ✨🦅

Congratulations to our May Golden Eagles! This month, we are celebrating students who live out the Critical Thinking pledge from our Graduate Profile Pledge.

Our honorees are recognized for being dimensional thinkers who:
🧠 Solving problems and staying resourceful.
🔍 Using evidence, reasoning, and careful observation.
💡 Staying open-minded and taking positive risks to create new solutions.

Thank you for being lifelong learners and showing us what it means to truly think outside the box! Keep soaring, Golden Eagles! 🦅💙
18 days ago, RDES
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Attention Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School families! 🦅

Can you believe it? Tomorrow, June 1st, is officially the last day of school!

We are so incredibly proud of our Eagles and all the hard work, perseverance, and growth they’ve shown this year. From meeting new learning goals to exploring new passions, it has been a joyful journey together.

As we wrap up the year, we want to thank our amazing families for being our partners in education. You are a vital part of our school family, and your support makes everything we do possible.

We can't wait to celebrate one last day of the school year with all of you! 🎓✨
22 days ago, RDES
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Once an Eagle, always an Eagle! 🦅💙

Our staff had the absolute best time celebrating a true legend, Mr. S, who is retiring after an incredible 28 years in education! ✨

To honor his amazing legacy, our staff held a "Dress Like Mr. S" day! Swipe to see everyone rocking his signature style. 🧢

Mr. S, your dedication to our students, families, and community over nearly three decades has left an undeniable mark on our school family. We are so grateful for the joy and excellence you’ve brought to RDES every single day. You will be incredibly missed, but we wish you the absolute happiest, most well-deserved retirement! 🎉✨
23 days ago, RDES
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Way to go, Brooke! 🦅

Brooke is a shining example of Connected Citizenship at Jessamine County Schools. Whether she is stepping up to help a friend in need or taking on extra classroom responsibilities, she consistently brings value to our school community. Her positive attitude and collaborative spirit make her a true leader!
25 days ago, RDES
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🦅 🦅 SOARING INTO FUN: Dojo Day Success! 🦅

Our students at RDES had an absolute blast celebrating ClassDojo success with an epic Dojo Day, sponsored by our amazing PTO! 🎉

During their Specials rotation, our Eagles got to burn off some energy, bounce, and race through a variety of awesome inflatables. But the fun didn't stop there! Mother Nature threw us a little curveball, which actually worked out in our favor—we scored an extra day of bonus fun! 🌦️✨

For round two, our students tackled a whole new lineup of games, including an ultra-competitive, high-energy inflatable Gaga Pit!

A massive thank you to our incredible PTO for sponsoring this event and making it all possible. Our Eagles definitely earned this reward with their hard work and positive behavior!
25 days ago, RDES
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Our latest Graduate Profile shout-out goes to this communication king! 🦅

He is a model of Successful Communication in our classrooms. By actively participating, sharing his unique ideas, and letting his curiosity lead the way, he makes our class discussions better for everyone. We love how he uses his voice to stay engaged and keep learning!
26 days ago, RDES
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Way to go, Carter! 🦅

Carter is a fantastic example of Successful Communication in action. By sharing his knowledge with others, asking insightful questions, and modeling kindness and manners, he shows us all how to be open and empathetic. We love seeing his curiosity drive him to learn and share more every day!
27 days ago, RDES
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Bringing smiles to everyone she meets! 🦅

We are so proud of this Eagle for shining in Successful Communication. By expressing her feelings and connecting with those around her, she is mastering the art of communicating in a variety of ways. Her positive energy and voice make our school community a better place!
28 days ago, RDES
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Reminder: There is no school tomorrow, May 25th, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day.
29 days ago, RDES
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Way to go, Eagle! 🦅

We are so proud of this student for leveling up his Work Ethic this year. By showing grit, staying focused on his tasks, and bringing a "get it done" attitude to the classroom, he is proving what it means to have a growth mindset. Keep up that amazing effort!
about 1 month ago, RDES
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🦅 Reading is an Adventure!

Our RDES Eagles loved having the Jessamine County Public Library visit us on Monday, May 18th! 📚✨

All of our students got to hear an exciting presentation about the amazing library events being offered this summer. Even better—every student picked out a brand-new free book to keep and received a special ticket to redeem a small prize at the library's children's desk on or after May 31st! 🎉

We are so grateful for our community partners who help our students look forward to a summer full of learning and fun with friends!

🗓️ Mark your calendars: JCPL will host their big Summer Reading Kick-Off Event on Sunday, May 31st from 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM. Don't miss out!
about 1 month ago, RDES
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Way to go, Braylon! 🦅

Braylon is the perfect example of Connected Citizenship at Jessamine County Schools. Whether he is collaborating with peers or positively impacting our school community, he truly understands what it means to be a great citizen. We are so proud of the value he brings to our school every day!
about 1 month ago, RDES
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🌟 TALENT SHOW TIME: OUR EAGLES SHINE BRIGHT! 🦅✨

The stage was set, the spotlights were bright, and our incredible students took center stage for our annual Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School Talent Show! From breathtaking musical performances and energetic dance routines to hilarious comedy acts and awe-inspiring martial arts, our Eagles absolutely soared! 🎤🎶💃

At RDES, we believe in nurturing the whole child and helping every student find their unique passion and purpose. Watching these brave performers embrace challenges, step out of their comfort zones, and share their gifts with us was pure joy! Our school family is so incredibly proud of the hard work, perseverance, and school pride displayed by each and every participant.

You all showed us what true Eagle excellence looks like! 🌟👏
about 1 month ago, RDES
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Sweet treats and sunshine! ☀️🍦

Students in Mrs. Witt's class at Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School had the best time catching up and enjoying one last "Popsicles in the Park" get-together before the end of the school year.

Our Eagle family loves any opportunity to celebrate together, and these smiling faces are proof of a fantastic year full of fun, friendships, and sweet memories. We are so proud of our students and how much they have grown this year! 🦅💙
about 1 month ago, RDES
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🌟 Student Spotlight: Connected Citizenship 🌟
Big shoutout to our featured student for representing Connected Citizenship so well!

He is a fantastic example of what it means to be an active and respectful member of our school community. By communicating thoughtfully, supporting his peers, and making sure everyone feels included, he helps create a positive environment where every student feels valued.

Thank you for being such a great leader and a supportive friend to all! 👏
about 1 month ago, RDES
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💙🦅 Celebrating Excellence in Our School Family! 🦅💙

Join us in giving a massive RDES congratulations to Mrs. Carmon Poor, our incredible school secretary, for being named our school's Classified Employee of the Year! 🌟👏

Thank you, Mrs. Poor, for your outstanding contributions and for striving for excellence each and every day. We are so proud to have you flying with us! 🦅✨
about 1 month ago, RDES
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