

Insights Newsletter - MARCH 2025
Dear Families of Richmond Community Schools (RCS),
March is also a time to celebrate National Reading Month, a wonderful opportunity to encourage a lifelong love of reading among our students. We invite families to join us in fostering a culture of literacy - whether through bedtime stories, book clubs, or visits to Morrisson-Reeves Library.
Additionally, we are closely approaching the final stretch of the school year. With state assessments, spring performances, and other key milestones ahead, I encourage our students to stay focused and finish the year strong. Parents and guardians, your support is invaluable in helping our students achieve their best.
Thank you for being a vital part of our school community. Your involvement, encouragement, and partnership make a difference every day. Let's make this month a great one!
With gratitude,
Dr. Curtis L. Wright
Superintendent of Schools
FREE Tutor/Mentor Programs for Kdg-12th grade
Free In-School and After-School tutoring options are available for RCS students. We understand that each student has unique needs, and tutoring can provide valuable assistance to meet their academic goals. Whether your child is looking for help in a specific subject or needs additional support to reinforce classroom lessons, there are a couple of options available:
In-School Tutoring at your child's school
For example, Indiana University East is offering on-site tutoring/mentoring for Dennis Middle School students on Mondays and Wednesdays during 7th and 8th-grade lunch starting March 3, 2025. If you are interested in this tutoring opportunity, please contact IU East at 765-973-8411 or alakes@iu.edu.
After-School Tutoring at IU East
Indiana University East offers after-school tutoring at Hayes Hall Library at IU East on Mondays and Thursdays from 4-5 pm or 5-6 pm. If you are interested in this tutoring opportunity, please contact IU East at (765)973-8411 or alakes@iu.edu.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Mrs. Handley or Mr. Smith at (765)973-3495.
Student ID Enhancements
Kindergarten & Preschool Registration - Thursday, April 10, 2025
Upcoming RCS Events
Charles Spring Music Concert
Tuesday, Mar 11, 2025, 06:00 PM
Civic Hall Performing Arts Center, Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond, IN, USA
School Board Meeting
Wednesday, Mar 12, 2025, 05:30 AM
Richmond Community Schools, Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond, IN, USA
Westview Spring Music Concert
Wednesday, Mar 12, 2025, 06:00 PM
Civic Hall Performing Arts Center, Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond, IN, USA
Test Intermediate's Instrument Fitting Night (Future Band students)
Wednesday, Mar 12, 2025, 06:30 PM
Test Middle School, South 22nd Street, Richmond, IN, USA
Red Devil Players presents "The Day the Internet Died"
$5 students, $10 adults
Friday, Mar 14, 2025, 07:00 PM
Richmond Art Museum, Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond, IN, USA
Red Devil Players presents "The Day the Internet Died"
$5 students, $10 adults
Saturday, Mar 15, 2025, 07:00 PM
Richmond Art Museum, Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond, IN, USA
Red Devil Players presents "The Day the Internet Died"
$5 students, $10 adults
Sunday, Mar 16, 2025, 02:00 PM
Richmond Art Museum, Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond, IN, USA
Starr's Title 1 Family Night "Down on the Farm"
Wednesday, Mar 19, 2025, 05:00 PM
Starr Elementary School, North 19th Street, Richmond, IN, USA
Crestdale's School Skate
Wednesday, Mar 19, 2025, 06:00 PM
The Skate, Commerce Road, Richmond, IN, USA
Test Intermediate's Instrument Fitting Night (Future Band Students)
Wednesday, Mar 19, 2025, 06:30 PM
Test Middle School, South 22nd Street, Richmond, IN, USA
PTO (Parent - Teacher Organization) Meetings
Charles - March 17 at 3 p.m. (Charles Library)
Crestdale - March 11 at 6:30 p.m. (Crestdale Library)
Fairview - March 31 at 5 p.m. (Fairview Library)
Starr - TBA
Vaile - TBA
Westview - March 13 at 6 (Westview Lounge)
Hibberd - March 11 at 6:30 p.m. (Hibberd Art Room)
Dennis - TBA
RHS - TBA
We pride ourselves on all levels of supporting our students with the most dedicated and highly qualified team members. To view current available positions and submit your application, please click here.
Meridian Health Clinic
Did you know about the Meridian Health Clinic at Richmond High School? This clinic is open to all RCS students and staff! Call or go online to see if they can help your student. What a great option during this sickness season.
Director of Student Support and Communications at Richmond Community Schools (Richmond, Indiana)