Smart Start Mondays

The most up-to-date information can be found on the dedicated Smart Start Monday page on the RSD website at: https://www.rsdk12.net/page/smart-start-mondays.

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Beginning the 2023-2024 school year, RSD will implement Smart Start Mondays in which all RSD schools will begin one hour later to provide instructional staff time to plan and collaborate on instructional practices for remediation or acceleration based on student needs.

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What  time will school start?

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School will begin 1 hour later on Mondays starting on the first day of school, August 21, 2023.

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What times should students be dropped off?

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The official drop off time will begin at 8:30 a.m.

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Will early drop off still be available?

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Yes, early drop off will begin at 7:30 a.m.

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When will buses run?

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Buses will run their normal routes 1 hour later on Mondays.

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When will breakfast be served?

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Breakfast will be served beginning at 8:30 a.m. (Secondary) and 9:00 a.m. (Elementary). 

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Will this extend the school day?

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No. On Mondays, there will be an accelerated schedule.

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Who will supervise students?

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Staff familiar with the students' needs will assist them in familiar settings. 

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Will this affect athletic practices?

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Coaches will provide practice schedules to players.

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Will Pre-K participate in Smart Start Mondays?

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Yes, the RSD Pre-K office will provide information to preschool families.

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Why were Monday mornings chosen?

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Monday mornings set the week up for success and accommodate extra curricular activities throughout the week.

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What will staff be meeting about?

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This time will provide staff with the opportunity to collaborate and plan for remediation or acceleration based on student needs. 

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Community information sessions: 

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The District will be hosting Learning Sessions for families to learn more about Smart Start Monday implementation. The learning sessions will be held at the Russellville Junior High School Library at the following dates and times:

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July 13th, July 14th, July 19th, and July 20th

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  • Morning Sessions 7:30 - 8:00 a.m. 

  • Mid Day Sessions 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 

  • Evening Sessions 5:00 - 5:30 p.m.

    A virtual session is now available: 

  • July 21st, 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Please register for the learning sessions at this link: https://forms.gle/ygsntL1nGdcHZaWi9

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If you would like to submit questions about Smart Start Mondays, please submit them at this link: https://forms.gle/XtETz8X3qFdQ5f4X6

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