Richmond Community Schools

Dear Parent or Guardian: We have been notified by local law agencies that another statement has been posted to social media. Richmond Community Schools was not mentioned specifically but we want you to be aware of what has been posted and again to remind you that local law agencies have assured us that this is another unfounded report and we have been cleared to conduct school on a normal schedule. Please be assured that we take these statements very seriously and will take every precaution possible to ensure a safe environment for our students and our staff. We encourage you to continue to monitor the RCS website and social media platforms for any additional information that we may receive. Rick Thalls Chief of Police Richmond Community Schools

RCS Chief of Police Extends Gratitude to School Community RICHMOND, Indiana (September 16, 2024) – Chief of Police, Rick Thalls of the?Richmond Community Schools Police Department (RCSPD) would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our students, staff, and families for their cooperation and patience over the last few days. We understand that incidents like these can be stressful, and we appreciate the calm and orderly manner in which everyone responded to the safety protocols. Our priority is always the safety of our school community, and thanks to your support, we were able to ensure that all necessary precautions were followed efficiently and effectively. Important Reminder: Understanding Classroom Secure vs. Lockdown RCSPD would like to take this opportunity to remind the community about the difference between a?Classroom Secure?and a?Lockdown?notice: *A?Classroom Secure?notice is issued when there is a potential threat outside the building, such as nearby criminal activity, unauthorized individuals on school grounds, or during an investigation of a potential threat. It may also be used for internal incidents such as a medical emergency. During a Classroom Secure, lessons may continue, but movement within the building is restricted. *A?Lockdown?notice, however, is implemented when there is an immediate, life-threatening situation, such as an active shooter, a hostile event, or another incident that requires the maximum security response. In these cases, all movement ceases, doors are locked, lights are turned off, and students and staff must remain silent and out of sight to ensure their safety. It is important to understand these protocols to help maintain a calm and safe environment during any type of security situation. We would also like to emphasize the importance of keeping students at school during these situations. Parents are strongly discouraged from signing their students out unless absolutely necessary, as this can disrupt safety protocols and complicate the management of the situation. We are grateful for the collaboration between school staff, law enforcement, and families in navigating this situation. We will continue to provide updates as necessary and encourage everyone to remain vigilant and to communicate any concerns. Again, thank you for your patience, understanding, and trust in our efforts to keep our schools safe. For further inquiries, please contact RCSPD Chief Rick Thalls at 765-973-3300 or?[email protected]. https://lnkd.in/gmigsD_c

Upcoming Immunization Clinics - Sept 17 at Fairview Elementary School, Sept. 18 at Vaile Elementary School, Sept. 24 at Starr Elementary School and Sept. 26 at Math: A Recipe for Success - Title 1 Family Fun Night! (Elstro Plaza).

RCS has received an external threat to a nearby neighborhood & as a result all schools have been placed on classroom secure. Parents are discouraged from signing their students out of school. All students and staff are safe. More info will be forthcoming once we hear from law agencies. RCS ha recibido una amenaza externa a un vecindario cercano y, como resultado, todas las escuelas han sido puestas en aulas seguras. Se desaconseja a los padres que retiren a sus estudiantes de la escuela. Todos los estudiantes y el personal están a salvo. Recibiremos más información una vez que tengamos noticias de las agencias legales.

RCS Update with Dr. Curtis Wright (Sept. 14, 2024) https://lnkd.in/e-A3CW7N

Board Briefs with Bridget (Sept. 11, 2024) https://lnkd.in/gU5gpArp

Update (12:15 p.m.): After further investigation and only as a precautionary measure, RHS and Dennis will remain on Classroom Secure.?Students have had lunch and will be passing to their classrooms this afternoon.?However, outdoor lessons have been canceled.?All students and staff are safe and secure.?? 11:00 a.m. - RCS has received info regarding a social media post that is currently under investigation by the RCSPD and local agencies. Dennis and RHS are in Classroom Secure. A Classroom Secure is used when there is a threat outside of the building. Parents are discouraged from visiting our schools and signing their students out. All students and staff are safe and secure.

8:20 a.m. - This morning, RCS was informed of a threat posted to social media. Local law enforcement has since resolved the threat. And as precautionary measure, we will have additional police presence throughout our school community. As always, we encourage everyone that if #SeeSomethingSaySomething.

Today we honor the memory of all those we lost on September 11, 2001. May we never forget their stories – and the bravery of our first responders and troops who sacrificed so much.

?? Join Us for Math: A Recipe for Success - Title 1 Family Fun Night! ?? ?? Date: Thursday, September 26 ? Time: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. ?? Location: Jack Elstro Plaza (47 N. 6th Street) Families, mark your calendars for an exciting evening of hands-on learning activities and fun games with your children! ???? Let’s explore how math can be a recipe for success, and enjoy a special cooking demonstration from our Celebrity Chef with free samples! ?????? Come out for a night of learning, laughter, and family fun. We can't wait to see you there! ?????????? #FamilyFun #MathNight #Title1Event #CookingAndLearning #Community