Dear Richmond Community Schools Families and Residents,
Please join us at the Community Conversations with the Superintendent sessions on Monday, April 21st at Will L. Lee Elementary School (Enter through Door #1) in the Media Center at 6:30 p.m.
As shared in the January edition of the Communicator newsletter, the Board of Education approved a resolution this past December to consider a no-increase millage proposal aimed at funding essential expansions at all three buildings, with Richmond Middle School and Richmond High School receiving significant expansions. This initiative is designed to accommodate our growing student population and enhance our facilities to ensure we continue meeting the educational needs of our community effectively. By investing in these expansions, we continue to provide modern, adaptable spaces for learning for our students and staff, while also providing addition after-hours spaces for our community to utilize.
To further engage our community and gather your valuable input, I invite you to attend one of our upcoming Community Conversations with the Superintendent where I will present insights into student enrollment trends, facility utilization and needs assessments, and proposed building expansions.
These discussions will also allow us to hear your valuable feedback, and what you would like to see added to the scope of the project, all of which will be shared with the Board of Education as they consider approving a resolution for a bond proposal in May, for a vote on November 4, 2025.
As we work together to support the future of Richmond Community Schools, I encourage you to take part in these important discussions. Your engagement is essential in shaping a plan that best serves our students, staff, and the entire community.
Thank you for your ongoing support and dedication to our schools. I look forward to seeing you at one of our upcoming sessions.
Sincerely,
Brian J. Walmsley, Ed.S.
Superintendent
Macomb County Department of Roads (MCDR) is developing a Comprehensive Transportation Safety Action Plan and is looking for community input. You're invited on Tuesday, February 25, 205 from 4-6:00pm at the Macomb County Verkuilen Building Senior Auditorium located at 21855 Dunham Road, Clinton Township, Michigan 48036).
Due to a combination of icy backroads and windchill, Richmond Community Schools will be closed on Tuesday, February 18, 2025. Please stay warm and safe.
Due to the extreme cold weather, Richmond Community Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, and Wednesday, January 22, 2025. Please visit the district's website for more information, including revisions to the school calendar.
Dear Richmond Families,
We’re proud to announce that our Food Service Department will be part of a Food Service Audit this year! This is an exciting opportunity to showcase the amazing work our team does every day to serve nutritious, delicious meals and maintain high standards of excellence.
The audit will highlight:
Nutrition: Our commitment to providing balanced, healthy meals for students.
Sanitation: The top-notch safety and cleanliness of our kitchens.
Fiscal Responsibility: Our dedication to making the best use of resources.
This process helps us celebrate our achievements, ensure we’re meeting the highest standards, and identify ways to improve even further. It’s a great way to demonstrate the incredible work happening behind the scenes to support student health and wellness.
We’re excited to share this journey with you and grateful for your ongoing support of our Food Service Program!
Katherine Guiney
Food Service Director
Richmond Community Schools
The brother of a Richmond employee was serious injured in a hunting accident resulting in parallelization from the neck down. Please support the family at the upcoming "Battle of the Badges" fundraiser between the Warren and Chesterfield Police Departments on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at the Big Boy Arena in Fraser.
Have you wondered where our school district’s funding comes from or how resources are allocated or if Richmond is a responsible steward of your taxpayer dollars? You're invited to tonight's "Community Conversation" on school finance - 6:30pm at RHS. Those in attendance will be entered to win a $25 Hamlin Pub gift card.
Happy Halloween from Richmond Community Schools!
Happy National Custodian Day to our district custodial team!
They work hard every day to keep our buildings in tip-top shape.
This evening, the administration received a call from OK2SAY, stating a HS student posted a threatening message on social media. Richmond Police went to the student's home. The parents of the student have been told by the police that the student can not be at school until further notice. School will be open on Monday.
The agenda for the Monday, June 24, 2024, 7:00pm Board of Education meeting is located on the district's webpage under the Live Feed tab
The agenda for the Monday, June 24, 2024, 6:30pm Board of Education Special meeting is located on the district's webpage under the Live Feed tab
RCS, in partnership with Richmond Rotary, is hosting an overdose rescue training tonight at 7:00pm in the Media Center at the high school (enter Door #1). Participants will learn how to respond to an overdose emergency and receive recuse kit. To register, click on the following link: https://tinyurl.com/61124training.
NOTE - All high school awards ceremonies are tomorrow 5/30/24.
9th Gr. Awards - 8:35am (2nd Hour)
10th Gr. Awards - 9:30am (3rd Hour)
11th Gr. Awards - 12:55pm (6th Hour).
Ceremonies held at the RHS Auditorium (Door #37)
Reminder: 9th Gr. Awards - 5/30/24 at 8:35am (2nd Hour); 10th Gr. Awards - 5/30/24 at 9:30am (3rd Hour); and 11th Gr. Awards - 5/30/24 at 12:55pm (6th Hour).
Ceremonies held at the RHS Auditorium (Door #37)
The Richmond Rotary Club, in partnership with AmeriCorps, WSU, & RCS, is hosting an Overdose Rescue Training on June 11th at 7pm in the RHS Media Center. Participants will learn how to respond to overdose emergencies and receive a free overdose rescue kit. Click here to register: https://tinyurl.com/61124training.
Class of 2024 Graduation Ceremony at the Macomb Center for the Performing Arts beginning at 7:00pm.
Attention 2023-24 Sophomores:
The Junior Leadership program is open to any Macomb County resident entering their junior year of high school in September 2024. It offers a wide range of opportunities including career exploration, job shadowing experiences, leadership development, and the chance to connect with local leaders in Macomb County. 100% of the 300+ graduates say they would recommend the program
Applications, schedules, and more information can be found on Leadership Macomb's website https://leadershipmacomb.org/.
The deadline to apply is May 24th.
Reminder: Class of 2024 Convocation Ceremony on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at 7:00pm in the Auditorium (Door #37).
If you know someone in need, please let them know about Macomb County Continuum of Care H.O.P.E. Homeless Outreach Partnership Event on May 21, 2024, from 10am-2pm.
