What do Kirby Puckett, Jr., local photographer Robert McLain, and Grammy Award-winning music producer Gary Hines have in common? They are all working with RPS students this summer through a new partnership with D.E.L.O.R.E.S. Works. Read more about this innovative program and listen to the recent interview with Al McFarlane.

Superintendent Unowsky and Asst. Superintendent Daniels sat down with KARE 11 and talked about what it took to eliminate the achievement gap in the 2020 graduation rate at Richfield High School.

Based on staff survey data, our District was named a 2021 Star Tribune Top Workplace!

The most unique year, filled with challenges and successes, tears and laughter, distance learning, Google Meets and in-person reunions, has come to a close. Thank you to everyone —students, teachers, staff and families—who navigated the challenges that this year brought with grace and kindness.

Curious to know how technology has improved within Richfield Public Schools over the last few years? We were fortunate to already have Chromebooks set up for each of our secondary students prior to the pandemic. Along with all the pandemic-related challenges, IT Director Cory Klinge discusses livestreaming, smart boards in classrooms, portable hotspots, chicken cameras and more

We are collecting all school-issued technology between June 2-9. This includes Chromebooks, cords, snap-on cases and wireless hotspots.

Will Wlizlo, our Safe Routes to School Coordinator, talks about the work taking place in Richfield to help ensure students can bike and walk to school safely. Read the article on the League of Minnesota Cities website.

As you may have heard in Governor Walz’s announcement this week, he is loosening restrictions related to COVID-19 effective Memorial Day weekend. While this is good news, we want to remind you that the pandemic is not over and case rates continue to be high in Hennepin County. Please continue to follow best practices like regularly washing your hands, staying home when you are sick, etc. Here is additional guidance from the State of Minnesota.