Ruth Clark Elementary named 2017 National Blue Ribbon School!
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We are very excited to be starting a new school year and would like to welcome back all of our returning staff, students, and families. We would like to extend a special welcome to all of the new families joining Haysville USD 261 this year.
Below you will find detailed information on the building plans, along with other important information. For the districts Return to Learn plan, along with FAQ's and other important information and updates, click on the "Return to Learn" button below or go to http://www.usd261.com/ReturnToLearn/.
Because new information regarding COVID-19 is ever changing, USD 261 guidelines are subject to change. Parents/guardians are encouraged to check the Return to Learn page frequently.
School starts at 8:25 AM and dismisses at 3:50 PM. There is no adult supervision before 8:00 AM and students are not allowed in the building unless you participate in Latchkey services. Pre-K meets daily. AM classes are from 8:25 AM - 11:25 AM and PM classes are from 12:50 PM - 3:50 PM.
Congratulatons to our newest National Blue Ribbon School!!!
Haysville USD 261’s Ruth Clark Elementary School was named one of 342 National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2017 by U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos. The recognition is based on a school’s overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups.
Ruth Clark Elementary School was recognized as an Exemplary High Performing School. Haysville USD 261’s Campus High School was named a 2013 National Blue Ribbon School and Oatville Elementary School was named a 2014 National Blue Ribbon School.
Watch the announcement video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_YqQtf1GaY
Ruth Clark Elementary Named Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase School.
Ruth Clark Elementary School has once again been recognized by the Flippen Group to receive a Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase SchoolsTM award for the 2018-2019 school year.
Through the Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase Schools awards, the Flippen Group recognizes and celebrates campuses that go the extra mile each day, building an environment where students and staff feel safe and connected. Capturing Kids’ Hearts campuses across the country were considered for these awards based on the following criteria: 1) nomination based on observation by Flippen Group personnel, 2) level of implementation of Capturing Kids’ Hearts processes by all staff as measured by online surveys, and 3) data demonstrating that Capturing Kids’ Hearts has made a significant improvement in attendance, discipline, climate/culture, or academics.
A Flippen Group team visited each nominated campus to gather additional quantitative and qualitative data, and to interview students, teachers, administrators, and parents. They used a matrix of key measurements to gather information during the campus walk-through. Finally, an additional survey was conducted to collect feedback regarding the perceived climate and culture of the campus and its conduciveness to learning. Following this visit, the selection team reviewed all accumulated data and selected the campuses to receive the Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase Schools awards.
The Literacy First process is the heart of our instructional system. Literacy First is a professional development program that builds an understanding of the role literacy plays in academic achievement and reinforces the skills needed to address student performance challenges in reading comprehension and the content areas. In using the Literacy First approach teachers are better able to meet student needs through concentrated and direct reading instruction. Instruction is assessment driven and directed according to individual student needs. In turn, students find more success and assurance in reading that carries across the curriculum.
We have Literacy First Consultants in each building. If you have any questions about Literacy First, please call me at 554-2333 or email sstein@usd261.com.
P.R.I.D.E.
Preparation - Respect - Integrity - Discipline - Excellence
Ruth Clark PTO
Membership
Ruth Clark PTO always accepts new members.
Meeting Dates:
PTO meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:00 PM in the Library. Meetings start in August. No meeting will be held the month of December. Last meeting of the year is held in April.
Volunteer Forms
If you haven't filled out a volunteer form and would like to go on field trips with students, please pick up a volunteer form and fill it out.
Upcoming Events
RC Skate Parties
You're invited to attend a skate party for our school at Roller City, 3234 S Meridian. from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM on the second Tuesday of each month. Parties are held monthly beginning in September through May.
Chick-fil-A Spirit Night
Join us for a meal out with Ruth Clark families and staff from 5pm - 7pm. Don't forget to mention that you are supporting Ruth Clark Spirit Night when Placing your orders. (A percentage of all orders is given back to Ruth Clark). Also, look for some familiar faces running the Chick-fil-A Wheel! Every spin wins!!
Ruth Clark Merchandise
Show your school spirit by purchasing Ruth Clark Spirit Wear. Order forms are available in the school office.
Contact Us
In the Office
Kelley Keais
Secretary
email: kkeais@usd261.com
Heather Nichols
Secretary
email: hnichols@usd261.com
Ruth Clark Elementary School
1900 W. 55th St. So.
Wichita, KS 67217
P: (316) 554-2333
F: (316) 554-2340