School News
Check out what's going on at Richfield STEM Elementary!
Attending events and staying updated on what's going on at R-STEM are great ways for students and families to engage with each other and our community! Read articles about R-STEM news, view our highlighted upcoming activities or use the search functions to find a specific event.
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![A group of prekindergarten graduates]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1660241113/richfieldschoolsorg/ht3vdw5s0kslen6oidba/prekexperts.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1660241113/richfieldschoolsorg/ht3vdw5s0kslen6oidba/prekexperts.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1660241113/richfieldschoolsorg/ht3vdw5s0kslen6oidba/prekexperts.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1660241113/richfieldschoolsorg/ht3vdw5s0kslen6oidba/prekexperts.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1660241113/richfieldschoolsorg/ht3vdw5s0kslen6oidba/prekexperts.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1660241113/richfieldschoolsorg/ht3vdw5s0kslen6oidba/prekexperts.png","width":2200}])
Early childhood programs at Richfield Public Schools range from family education programs to preschool for 3s and prekindergarten for 4s.
![Child in hat and scarf outside in winter. Image by Dmitriy Gutarev from Pixabay.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1669057806/richfieldschoolsorg/rpzfobzemepr4kzgvytv/Child-in-Winter.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1669057806/richfieldschoolsorg/rpzfobzemepr4kzgvytv/Child-in-Winter.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1669057806/richfieldschoolsorg/rpzfobzemepr4kzgvytv/Child-in-Winter.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1669057806/richfieldschoolsorg/rpzfobzemepr4kzgvytv/Child-in-Winter.png","width":896}])
Cold and flu season is here, along with ongoing cases of RSV and COVID-19. Read this update for information about staying healthy this winter.
![Sarah Jesperson and Rachel Banks Kupcho standing with the Land Acknowledgement Unveiling]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1667500212/richfieldschoolsorg/ieguvfx7y28exsjpstzo/IMG_9881v2editedand5x7.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1667500212/richfieldschoolsorg/ieguvfx7y28exsjpstzo/IMG_9881v2editedand5x7.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1667500212/richfieldschoolsorg/ieguvfx7y28exsjpstzo/IMG_9881v2editedand5x7.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1667500212/richfieldschoolsorg/ieguvfx7y28exsjpstzo/IMG_9881v2editedand5x7.png","width":973}])
As part of Native American Heritage Month, we are officially launching the RPS Land Acknowledgment for staff to begin using at large-group events such as concerts, plays, assemblies, etc. We also unveiled artwork that will be displayed at each of our schools soon.
![Veterans Day Celebration Nov. 11]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1666730919/richfieldschoolsorg/dmfj5altfylh8jhya8x6/vetsdaycelebration.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1666730919/richfieldschoolsorg/dmfj5altfylh8jhya8x6/vetsdaycelebration.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1666730919/richfieldschoolsorg/dmfj5altfylh8jhya8x6/vetsdaycelebration.png","width":587}])
On Monday, Nov. 11, our school will be having a Veterans Day program at 8:30 a.m. We would like to honor and recognize veterans and active military members within the R-STEM community. If there is someone in your family you would like to honor, please complete this form. Please be sure to indicate If they are able to join us on November 11.
![Veronica Velazquez and Family]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1660240943/richfieldschoolsorg/bawr0tczgr21eu309bsx/Velzauezfamilyphoto.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1660240943/richfieldschoolsorg/bawr0tczgr21eu309bsx/Velzauezfamilyphoto.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1660240943/richfieldschoolsorg/bawr0tczgr21eu309bsx/Velzauezfamilyphoto.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1660240943/richfieldschoolsorg/bawr0tczgr21eu309bsx/Velzauezfamilyphoto.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1660240943/richfieldschoolsorg/bawr0tczgr21eu309bsx/Velzauezfamilyphoto.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1660240943/richfieldschoolsorg/bawr0tczgr21eu309bsx/Velzauezfamilyphoto.png","width":2200}])
Verónica Velázquez is the mom of six students who attend Richfield elementary, middle and high schools! An engaged parent, Verónica is part of the Richfield Latino Family Association (RLFA) and the Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC).
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Are you interested in getting more involved with the District? Consider serving on an Advisory Council this year! It is a great way to share your talents and unique perspectives.