Rankin County School District

Juneteenth – a day of celebration & solemn remembrance as we reflect on our nation’s history.

Nicole Greer of Florence High School and Rebecca Wolf of Brandon High School proudly represented Rankin County School District during this unique Mississippi Public Broadcasting learning experience. Selected as two of only 12 ambassadors statewide, they explored valuable educational resources, collaborated with fellow educators from across Mississippi, and gained insights that will help enhance teaching and learning throughout RCSD.

We are proud of Nicole and Rebecca for their leadership, dedication, and commitment to making a difference for students. We look forward to the positive impact they will continue to make in our classrooms, schools, and communities. 🍎✨

📚✨ Ready to Support Teaching and Learning! ✨📚

As we prepare for the upcoming school year, the RCSD Curriculum, Student Support, and AAA Departments are excited to launch our new benchmarking system! This collaborative effort is designed to ensure we are equipped to provide meaningful support to our classroom teachers and help every student achieve success.

Through this new system, our teams will work together to monitor progress, identify needs, and provide timely resources and interventions that strengthen teaching and learning across the district.

We are committed to being proactive, data-informed, and focused on supporting our educators as they do the incredible work of impacting students each day.

Here’s to a successful school year built on collaboration, growth, and excellence! 💙📈🍎

🎉 Congratulations to Kenya Samuel Clark, teacher at Oakdale Elementary, on being recognized at the Mississippi Department of Education Board Meeting! Kenya successfully completed the 2025–2026 Literacy Coach Academy of Mississippi, demonstrating a commitment to strengthening literacy instruction and student achievement. We are proud to celebrate this accomplishment and the positive impact she continues to make in the classroom. 📚✨

🌟 Won the Week Hero: Dustin McCrory 🌟

This week's Won the Week Hero is Dustin McCrory from the Rankin County School District Transportation Department!

Dustin is a true behind-the-scenes hero whose dedication helps keep our students safe each day. As an exceptional mechanic, he consistently goes above and beyond, demonstrating an outstanding work ethic, strong leadership, and a willingness to help wherever needed. Whether he's performing routine maintenance, responding to a roadside emergency, or stepping up when challenges arise, Dustin is always ready to serve.

His commitment to excellence and reliability make him an invaluable member of the RCSD team. We are grateful for all he does to support our students, staff, and transportation department.

Thank you, Dustin, for helping RCSD reach success together!

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📣 Richland High School is looking for a Dual Credit Biology Teacher!

Help students earn college credit while preparing them for future success in science and beyond.

Interested candidates can apply at https://zurl.co/XXJyE.

📣 Join the Cougar Family!

Northwest Rankin High School is seeking a passionate and dedicated 9-12 Math Teacher to inspire, challenge, and support students as they prepare for success beyond the classroom.

If you are committed to building strong relationships, fostering student achievement, and making a difference every day, we encourage you to apply.

Help us continue our tradition of excellence and invest in the future of our students.

Apply today at www.rcsd.ms/jobs

Today is the deadline for your 2026-27 school supplies. Avoid the stores and get all your school supply shopping done online. EPI school supply packs contain all the items and brands our teachers require. Not only is this convenient for you, but it is a fundraiser to help our schools. Order now with our School ID at https://zurl.co/OlTeL https://zurl.co/F8VZZ Deadline is June 14th.

📚 Strong leadership and strong literacy instruction go hand in hand. During a session at the Mississippi Association of Secondary School Principals (MASSP) Summer Conference, Dr. Melissa McCray, Brittany Lindley, and Mary Margaret Tuttle highlighted the powerful connection between leadership, instructional practices, and student achievement.

Their presentation explored how school leaders can foster high-quality literacy instruction by building trust, providing job-embedded professional learning, and maintaining a steadfast focus on student success. Through intentional leadership and support for teachers, schools can create the conditions where both educators and students thrive.

We are proud to recognize Nichole Robinson, RCSD Administrator, for presenting at the Mississippi Association of Secondary School Principals Summer Conference alongside Southern Regional Education Board representatives Richard Morrison and Tim Martin.

Their session explored the role of administrators as instructional leaders and highlighted how Brandon High School has implemented intentional strategies to grow teachers and strengthen instruction in order to maximize student achievement. By investing in educators, schools create greater opportunities for student success both inside and outside the classroom.

Thank you for representing RCSD and sharing the great work happening in our district!

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