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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools will host Choice School Fair Dec. 8]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Individual choice schools will also host parent information nights beginning next week]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 17 Nov 2022 14:53:07 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County students receive National FFA honors]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Multiple RCS students and FFA chapters have been honored by the National FFA Organization.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2022 15:06:31 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Third Grade Retention Law information]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Learn more about how the new law will affect students in Rutherford County and the FAQ offered by the Tennessee Department of Education]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2022 19:12:36 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2022-2023 graduation schedule announced]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Check out the graduation schedule for May 2023]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2022 13:37:58 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS students honored at Beta National Convention]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Winners stand out in national competition]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2022 12:08:05 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Director's Report 9-16-22]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Director of Schools Dr. Jimmy Sullivan and Communications Director James Evans provide highlights from this week's School Board meeting and other upcoming items of interest.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2022 16:14:50 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Statement on American Classical Academy-Rutherford charter school appeal]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2022 13:23:11 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Public comment requested on charter school appeal]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[On July 18, the Rutherford County School Board voted to deny the application for new-start charter school American Classical Academy-Rutherford (ACAR) after an RCS Review Committee found that ACAR’s amended application did not meet the criteria set forth by the Tennessee Department of Education in the areas of Academic Plan and Operations Plan. MORE INFO]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2022 13:47:58 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Youth Leadership Rutherford announces class of 2023]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students named for new school year]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2022 12:00:19 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Employee benefits meetings begin Aug. 1]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Meetings being held at various locations to accommodate employees who need to learn more about the switch to the state health insurance plans]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2022 14:29:15 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County Board of Education approves one charter school application, rejects another]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[School Board adopts staff recommendations after extensive review of applications by district and community leaders]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2022 13:29:28 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS shows continued growth in TCAP scores]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[English scores rise above pre-pandemic levels, overall data will be used to set district goals]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Jul 2022 17:23:21 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[40 RCS students attending Governor's School for the Arts]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Event being held at Middle Tennessee State University during June]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jun 2022 11:19:17 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School meal prices increasing next school year]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Free, reduced lunch program accepting applications]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2022 08:29:31 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS announces free summer food]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Free breakfast and lunch available to anyone 18 and under. Adult meals available for small fee.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 27 May 2022 14:31:48 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Counseling and Mental Health Resources available]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Information may be helpful for parents, students or employees needing assistance]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 20 May 2022 16:39:04 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County Summer School begins June 2]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Enrollment starting May 27, Blackman High School]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 18 May 2022 12:58:41 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools COVID-19 Data Dashboard (21-22)]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[UPDATED 5/24/22:
Find information about the number of reported positive cases, quarantines, and the community positivity rate.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 24 May 2022 13:48:53 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Board selects three candidates to interview for Director of Schools position]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Candidates will be interviewed next week during open, televised meeting]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 10 May 2022 19:05:41 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Board launches search for Director of Schools]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1596020</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tennessee School Boards Association hired  to assist with facilitating applicants]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Apr 2022 13:48:07 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Stewarts Creek Middle to create wildflower garden, honeybee hives with grant]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1586822</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Project provides alternative learning opportunities for students]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 17 Mar 2022 14:23:51 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Seven candidates apply for Director of Schools role]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1607006</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[School Board will discuss, interview candidates at public meetings in May]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 02 May 2022 09:41:58 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS seeking public comment on two charter school applications]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1596804</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Survey open through April 14 on Springs Public Schools (TN) - Empower Academy and American Classic Academy - Rutherford]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 07 Apr 2022 18:59:51 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Director, School Board reach agreement on shortened contract]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1591116</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Spurlock will serve through June 30 while School Board begins search]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2022 11:14:09 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Blackman students need votes after winning $50,000 Samsung award]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1590009</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[School could garner additional $10,000; voting ends April 23]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Mar 2022 16:30:57 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Stewarts Creek, Smyrna high schools to install artificial turf football fields]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1586761</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Schools begin construction fully funded at no cost to the school district]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 17 Mar 2022 13:12:44 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS offering free summer learning camps again for 2022]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1567034</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Programming will be available for students in grades K-8; high school credit recovery and traditional summer school will also be available]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 08 Feb 2022 14:08:20 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Holloway High School Earns FAFSA Champion Status]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1576389</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Schools across the state compete in the Tennessee FAFSA Challenge to increase FAFSA completion numbers]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Feb 2022 11:40:45 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Phonics program aims to help target reading assistance to elementary students]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1570498</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Title I schools, such as David Youree, deploying program for grades K-2 to address learning loss from pandemic]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Feb 2022 10:08:03 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[15 RCS schools recognized as statewide leaders in intervention]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1564297</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Schools to serve as behavioral models across Middle Tennessee]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Feb 2022 10:26:58 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Joseph Givens nominated for bus driver hall of fame after 50 years of service.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1562534</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Givens recognized for extraordinary commitment to transporting RCS students safely.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Feb 2022 15:47:58 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Board approves rezoning plan affecting four high schools]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1561663</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Plan affects rising freshmen at Rockvale High, Riverdale High, Blackman High and Siegel High; other grades offered grandfather option]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 31 Jan 2022 10:46:35 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2022 Graduation dates announced]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Graduations will be held in May with several of them occurring at MTSU's Murphy Center.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2022 12:40:19 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Thirteen Rutherford County students receive scholarships from Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Charitable organization focused on improving life in Tennessee, Kentucky awards 102 scholarships funds valued at $745,000]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Nov 2021 11:37:26 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County schools & buses will be on a two-hour delay today, Thursday, Jan. 20, 2022.]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[There is a slight chance of additional frozen precipitation at 6 a.m. and the delay will give us a chance to further evaluate roads as the morning commute begins and the sun rises.

If anything changes we will notify parents, but otherwise, schools will open two hours late.

Parents will receive a call begin at 5 a.m.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jan 2022 04:32:05 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools closed 1-18-22]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Closure because of secondary road conditions in the south and southwest portions of the county. Central Office will open one hour late and School Board meeting to discuss rezoning  will continue to be held at 6:30 p.m.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Jan 2022 14:23:54 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS seeking public input on ESSER 3.0 Plan]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[All school districts required to gather input on plan every six months through Sept. 30, 2023]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Jan 2022 11:25:43 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Blackman High wins ‘No Trash November’ donation]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[School submitted more student video entries than any other in the state]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Jan 2022 13:26:27 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS reminds parents, employees of COVID-19 protocols as second semester begins]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students and employees return to school January 4; district has several procedures in place to mitigate pandemic]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Jan 2022 16:02:34 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All Rutherford County schools closed Friday, 1-7-22, because of inclement weather]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[HAPPY SNOW DAY!

Director of Schools Bill Spurlock has announced Rutherford County schools will remain closed Friday, 1-7-22, because of inclement weather and road conditions. 

We hope everyone has some fun in the snow, stays safe and enjoys the weekend with their loved ones.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 06 Jan 2022 13:16:40 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS opening 1-hour late on Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2022]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[One hour late means all schedules, including bus schedules, will run one hour later than normal.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Jan 2022 19:41:40 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Upcoming parent meetings for magnet schools, other choice programs]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Principals, administrators release info regarding dates, times for parent meetings; decisions regarding in-person, virtual forthcoming]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 05 Dec 2021 11:25:46 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County dominates national FFA Convention]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Four of five Tennessee students who earned national awards — Harrison Falcofsky, Garren Hamby, Ellas Hasty and Kari Thongkham — are from Rutherford County]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Nov 2021 15:36:52 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County trio among top football players in state]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tennessee Secondary Schools Athletic Association announces semifinalists for the 37th annual Tennessee Titans Mr. Football awards]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Nov 2021 14:26:33 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools offering employee bonus up to $1,000]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[New hires starting before January also eligible for $500 bonus in second semester; funding provided through federal ESSER III funds to compensate for additional duties]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2021 14:19:13 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2 RCS alumni to perform with Nashville Symphony Nov. 4-6]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students graduated from Central Magnet and Blackman High School]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Nov 2021 15:49:36 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Angela Shofner recognized by Tennessee Association of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1514299</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Assistive technology facilitator set to receive Public School Incentive Award for hard work, dedication]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 19 Oct 2021 15:10:42 -0500</pubDate>
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				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1492726</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[OCTOBER 14 UPDATE: Extension based on positivity rate in Rutherford County; OPT-OUT FORM AVAILABLE HERE]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 19 Oct 2021 15:03:42 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TDOE announces RCS, 78 other districts intend to participate in TN ALL Corps tutoring, serve nearly 150,000 students over three years]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1509398</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[$200M statewide investment to accelerate student achievement, mitigate learning loss]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2021 14:15:46 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Pay increase approved to attract substitute teachers at hard-to-fill schools]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1504869</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Daily rate will increase by $10 for subs at LaVergne High, LaVergne Middle, LaVergne Lake, Roy Waldron Elementary, Smyrna Middle and Cedar Grove Elementary]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 01 Oct 2021 13:22:07 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Tennessee School Board Association recognizes LaVergne High student; pair of Rutherford County School Board members earn Level III distinction]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1501155</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[LHS student Savannah Simmons will now compete for $4,000 in scholarships to be announced at annual TSBA convention in November]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Sep 2021 15:20:10 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Leukemia & Lymphoma Society travel funds open for Rutherford County]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1488283</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[LLS announced creation of Susan Lang Pay It Forward Patient Travel Assistance Program, funded by Christy Houston Foundation]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Sep 2021 09:04:03 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Free ACT retake opportunities available for all Tennessee high school seniors to help boost scores]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1480111</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tennessee offering senior retake opportunities in October, November]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Aug 2021 11:34:45 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools surveying stakeholders about ESSER 3.0 funds]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1454340</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Survey will be active 30 days to gather feedback about how funds should be used]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Sep 2021 14:07:30 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rockvale High School to remain closed Thursday, Sept. 9, 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1491543</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Gas leak repairs are being repeated but a pressure test must be conducted before the building can be occupied again]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 08 Sep 2021 15:33:46 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Annual Heroes Run scheduled for Sept. 11]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1489451</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Local organizers for this year’s annual run encouraging administrators, faculty, staff, students to participate by running, walking, volunteering]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Sep 2021 14:57:48 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Director of Schools message to parents]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1482274</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Director announces quarantine procedure changes; RCS staff highly recommending parents send students to school in masks]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Aug 2021 17:06:59 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County continues making SmartMusic]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1481236</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Online platform benefits teachers, students; makes learning new music easier]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 20 Aug 2021 15:38:47 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Trio of public health and safety buildings slated for Rockvale, Christiana, Walter Hill campuses]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1479808</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[School Board unanimously approves request from County Commission; each building will contain a pair of fire and ambulance bays with equipment]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Aug 2021 15:59:54 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS now offering School Cash Online payment system for school items]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1462883</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[New system makes paying for school items much easier. Learn more here.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jul 2021 16:40:23 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS addresses accelerated learning initiatives for students affected by pandemic]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1476135</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Despite COVID-19, the school district celebrated multiple instructional accomplishments during past year]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Aug 2021 16:52:25 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Siegel Middle, Siegel High and Stewarts Creek High Beta Club members place at national competition]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1471068</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Multiple Rutherford students also won at state level]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Aug 2021 15:51:47 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New online platform will assist adults wishing to complete diploma]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1466753</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools enters partnership with Graduation Alliance to launch program]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jul 2021 16:13:39 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Score one for McFadden]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1466315</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Wilson Bank & Trust replaces 30-year-old scoreboard at McFadden; wireless board will be installed last week of July]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jul 2021 16:32:55 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Imagine Learning pushes, challenges students to advance at their own pace]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1462591</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools continues decade-long partnership with Imagine Learning; utilizing Imagine Reading, Imagine Language and Literacy programs to strengthen literacy skills and comprehension]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jul 2021 16:21:14 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS creates ‘Learning Loss Supervisor’ position]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1461642</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[New position will be responsible for all aspects of implementing the Tennessee Department of Education’s learning loss programs, including summer learning camps, summer school, after-school tutoring, STREAM and other programs]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jun 2021 15:24:28 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS receives $1 million Innovative High School Grant]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1460997</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Grant calls for three facilitator positions including career coaches at Riverdale and LaVergne high schools and a work-based learning facilitator for the district]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jun 2021 13:51:17 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TDOE announces over $2M in Perkins Reserve Grant awards]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1456630</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Rutherford County among 38 statewide districts to receive 2021-2022 funding in support of expansion and alignment of CTE education]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Jun 2021 13:48:49 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Temporary federal program to help eligible families pay for internet service during the pandemic]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1454482</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Reliable home internet access is critical for helping students’ families recover; households approved to receive free or reduced-price meals are eligible for Emergency Broadband Benefit Program]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 09 Jun 2021 08:43:04 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Tennessee Department of Education, University of Tennessee at Martin offer free ACT prep workshops and classes to all Tennessee high school students and teachers]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1451266</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Free Workshops and Classes to Support ACT Readiness and Postsecondary Success]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Jun 2021 11:31:23 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Two Oakland grads awarded Gates Scholarships]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1448667</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Highly selective scholarships only awarded to 300 each year]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 27 May 2021 10:23:26 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LEGAL NOTICE]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1450789</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Board of Education seeks to inform former students certified as disabled, it will no longer maintain information for students born in 1995 or 1996; anyone interested in requesting records have until close of business June 4]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 01 Jun 2021 14:13:19 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[High schools announce perfect attendance awards for graduates]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1448647</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[During the recent graduation ceremonies, high schools across Rutherford County recognized those seniors who had perfect attendance all four years.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 27 May 2021 10:04:45 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2021 High school graduation dates and locations announced]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1372183</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The graduation dates were adopted by the Rutherford County Board of Education on Jan. 21, 2021. Additional details about the ceremonies will be announced as we continue to monitor the COVID-19 pandemic in Rutherford County.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2021 14:58:34 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS Summer Learning program information]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1400372</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[More than 7,000 K-8 students apply for K-8 Summer Learning Camps]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 23 Apr 2021 10:22:51 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools announces virtual Freshmen Orientation dates]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1393285</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Events scheduled for March 2021]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 23 Feb 2021 14:15:15 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Three RCS career pathway offerings earn state recognition]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1380517</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Pathways at Eagleville, Riverdale, Oakland and Smyrna high schools achieve certification]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2021 15:49:29 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2021-2022 RCS Academic Calendar released]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1372177</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Rutherford County Board of Education adopted the 2021-2022 academic calendar on Jan. 21, 2021. The calendar is available in English, Spanish and Arabic.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2021 11:19:47 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Virtual Teacher Recruitment Fair set for April 10]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1382045</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Positions available from pre-K through 12; signing bonus for hard to staff areas]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 16 Mar 2021 14:36:39 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Text messages will give parents resources for student learning]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1370264</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Free statewide initiative launches this week for pre-k through third grade parents]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2021 11:07:34 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Christiana Elementary School moving to distance-learning Friday, Jan. 15 — Thursday, Jan. 21]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1367308</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The school will re-open to in-person learners on Friday, Jan. 22]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2021 11:51:07 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Free meals available for pickup for all students and children 18 and under]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1365594</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents can pick up a week’s worth of meals — including breakfast and lunch. Free program applies to in-person students, distance-learners and any child 18 and under living Rutherford County. There are no income requirements, program funded by U.S. Department of Agriculture.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Jan 2021 15:16:24 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools releasing one hour early today, Jan. 11]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1364990</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Early release will give bus drivers additional time to complete routes before dark]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 11 Jan 2021 11:56:57 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS opening two hours late Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1365306</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Rutherford County schools will open two hours late Tuesday morning to allow time for the sun to come up so our bus drivers and student drivers can better see the road conditions in case of ice. The temperature tonight is expected to drop in the low 20s, and there is a possibility of refreezing, especially on back roads.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 11 Jan 2021 15:27:25 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford School Board declines hybrid calendar proposal; all in-person students will resume school on Monday, Jan. 11.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1362141</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Distance-learning remains an option for all families and parents can still sign up by notifying their school]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jan 2021 20:45:37 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS participating in COVID-19 Rapid Test pilot program; link to sign up now available]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1358849</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Program will only be used voluntarily for employees in certain circumstances; students will not be tested]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 18 Dec 2020 14:43:19 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Lascassas Elementary selected as bronze level RTI2-B Model of Demonstration School]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1356647</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tennessee Behavior Supports Project at Vanderbilt University is funded by the Tennessee Department of Education; award will be presented at the Partners in Education Conference]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 16 Dec 2020 09:07:01 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Six Rutherford County seniors receive QuestBridge scholarships]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1355700</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Smyrna High, Central Magnet, Oakland students matched with Vanderbilt, Notre Dame, Yale, MIT, Stanford; scholarship covers entire cost of attending leading colleges and universities]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Dec 2020 09:05:40 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Siegel High School Hootsuite Student Program Secured]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1352725</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students will be preparing for the industry recognized Hootsuite Platform and Hootsuite Social Media Marketing certifications through the Social Media and Analytics class]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 09 Dec 2020 16:21:46 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Roy Waldron moving to distance learning through Dec. 10]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1349057</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The school is experiencing an increased number of employees and students who are on quarantine. So the school is closing for a few days, which will allow many of them to complete their quarantine period.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Dec 2020 15:41:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rockvale Middle moving to distance learning Dec. 3-4]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1348293</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The school is experiencing an increased number of employees and students who are on quarantine. So the school is closing for a few days, which will allow many of them to complete their quarantine period.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2020 17:50:22 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Oakland High School moving to distance-learning Dec. 3-4]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1348291</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The school is experiencing an increased number of employees and students who are on quarantine. So the school is closing for a few days, which will allow many of them to complete their quarantine period.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2020 17:45:57 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New quarantine guidelines from state, CDC]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The new guidelines state that those who have been exposed to a person with a positive case of COVID-19 only need to quarantine for 10 days, instead of 14, if they have no symptoms during the 10-day period. Furthermore, if a person is a contact, has no symptoms and receives a negative test result using a rapid test on day seven, they can end their quarantine after the seventh day.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2020 17:33:01 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rockvale Elementary moving to distance learning Dec. 3-4]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1348154</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Teachers will provide assignments and activities students can complete over the next couple of days]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2020 15:10:45 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Siegel High School moving to distance learning through Dec. 11]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1347749</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The school is experiencing an increased number of employees and students who are on quarantine. So the school is closing for a few days, which will allow many of them to complete their quarantine period.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2020 10:19:01 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Lascassas Elementary School moving to distance learning Dec. 2-4]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1347228</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The school is experiencing an increased number of employees and students who are on quarantine. So, the school is closing for a few days to allow time for some of them to complete their quarantine period.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 01 Dec 2020 13:23:44 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Riverdale High School moving to distance learning Dec. 2-4]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1347225</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The school is experiencing an increased number of employees and students who are on quarantine. So, the school is closing for a few days to allow time for some of them to complete their quarantine period.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 01 Dec 2020 13:24:02 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[16 Rutherford County schools recognized by Vanderbilt University for behavior intervention program]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1342148</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Schools receive recognition from Tennessee Behavior Supports Project at Vanderbilt University for implementation of Response to Instruction and Interventions for Behavior, otherwise known as RTI2-B]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2020 10:37:19 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools to be closed the week of Thankgiving]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1340935</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Because of the rising number of COVID cases in our community and the number of students and staff members on quarantine for one reason or another, we have decided to use two of our stockpile days — which is what we normally use for weather closings — for next Monday and Tuesday, Nov. 23 and 24]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2020 16:28:31 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rocky Fork Elementary distance-learning extended through Thursday, Nov. 19]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1340817</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Several teachers remain on quarantine but all but two are scheduled to be out of quarantine after Thursday]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2020 14:30:59 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[McFadden moving to all distance-learning through Tuesday, Nov. 24.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1339073</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[After Thanksgiving break and previously announced distance-learning flex day on Nov. 30, school will reopen to in-person learners on Dec. 1. Distance-learning will continue for all students during this time, except for Thanksgiving break.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2020 15:47:51 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Blackman High distance-learning extended until Monday, Nov. 16]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1336473</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In-person students will return on Monday, Nov. 16, unless they too are on quarantine. Distance-learning for all students will continue this week through Friday.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2020 08:56:57 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rocky Fork Elementary moving to distance-learning through Nov. 17]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1333963</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The school is experiencing an increased number of students and staff members who are on quarantine. So the school is closing for a few days to allow time for some of them to complete their quarantine period.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2020 15:28:48 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County Virtual School accepting applications for new students for second semester]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1331757</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Not to be confused with the distance-learning program available at all schools — the Rutherford County Virtual School launched in August as a full-time, standalone school serving grades 6-12. Applications are being accepted now through Tuesday, Nov. 24.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2020 15:02:49 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Blackman High School moving to distance learning through Nov. 11]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1332694</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Beginning Friday, Nov. 6, all students at the school will move to distance learning for a few days. All students will distance-learn Friday through Wednesday, Nov. 11. In-person learners will return to school next Thursday, Nov. 12.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2020 15:12:32 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Stewarts Creek High set to reopen November 9]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1332679</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Reopening extended by one day to allow for additional staff members to roll off of quarantine]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2020 15:07:52 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS announces distance-learning flex days for November, January and March]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1329011</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On these days, all students will distance-learn to allow teacher planning]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2020 16:00:09 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Upcoming parent info nights for magnet schools, choice programs]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1327573</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parent information nights for magnet schools and choice programs will look different from past years with several administrators utilizing YouTube and social media to interact with prospective parents over the next three months.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2020 09:40:39 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rockvale High and Stewarts Creek High reopening dates announced]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1327989</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Rockvale High School will reopen for in-person learners on Wednesday, Nov. 4, and Stewarts Creek High School will reopen for in-person learners on Friday, Nov. 6.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2020 14:30:19 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Oakland High moving to distance-learning until Wednesday, Nov. 4]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1327061</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Beginning Thursday, all students at the school will move to distance learning for a few days. Students will distance-learn Thursday, Friday and Monday, and then in-person learners will return to school next Wednesday, after Tuesday’s Election Day.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2020 13:45:25 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Meal pickup available for Rockvale High, Stewarts Creek High students]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1326312</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All students 18 and under are eligible to pickup free meals at any school location, especially during the quarantine shutdown]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2020 14:59:41 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All Stewarts Creek and Rockvale high school students moving to distance-learning]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1325184</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Stewarts Creek and Rockvale high schools are reporting a high number of students on quarantine, as well as several staff members. As such, we are planning to temporarily close both schools and will move all students to distance learning.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2020 15:18:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth-graders will begin taking preACT Oct. 27]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1321317</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The grade-appropriate test will provide students, parents and educators an ACT predictor score prior to transitioning from middle to high school]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2020 14:45:04 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Distance-Learning Parents: Don’t miss virtual Town Hall meeting Sept. 30 with Director of Schools]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1307030</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Meeting will be broadcast via YouTube Live beginning at 5:30 p.m. and will cover multiple distance-learning topics and questions for parents]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2020 15:06:44 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS conducting districtwide distance-learning day for ALL STUDENTS Tuesday, Oct. 13]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1303635</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools will conduct a districtwide distance-learning day on Tuesday, Oct. 13. Information regarding times for check-ins, school level expectations, and what traditional, in-person learners can expect for Oct. 13 will be communicated by our Instruction Department by early next week.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2020 11:16:32 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[20 Rutherford seniors named National Merit semifinalists]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1294154</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Winners represent six of 10 RCS high schools]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2020 16:20:52 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All RCS students can receive free standard meals beginning Sept. 2]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1287348</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[USDA approves temporary nationwide waiver to provide standard meals for free until further notice]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2020 15:37:22 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ALERT: All seniors will report to their high school on Sept. 15 and Sept. 22 for ACT test]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1286435</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Freshmen, sophomores and juniors will work from home those dates so seniors can be social distanced for test]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2020 16:24:40 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Richard Siegel Foundation approves 2020 scholarships and grants]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1284743</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools, graduates beneficiaries of more than $182,642 in scholarship, grant money from foundation]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2020 13:09:16 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DEADLINE ALERT: Distance-learning / Traditional school]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1284186</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[If you have an urgent need, the deadline to request a change from traditional to distance learning or distance learning to traditional will be Thursday, Sept. 3rd]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2020 17:37:13 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools announces new contact-tracing procedures for COVID-19]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1279128</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Change in procedures follows new guidance from the Tennessee Department of Health]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2020 17:23:04 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Distance learning workshops for multilingual families next week]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1277909</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[RCS hosting multiple workshops to help those families and students navigate distance-learning programs]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2020 14:09:46 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Smyrna Elementary, Christiana Middle reopening Monday, Aug. 24]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1276846</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2020 16:10:33 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Christiana Middle quarantine moving to distance-learning temporarily through Aug. 23]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1269999</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2020 11:00:53 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Revised 2020-2021 Academic Calendar released (Aug. 5 Update)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1262840</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The first day of school has been changed to Aug. 13 to give teachers and schools more time to finalize details and prepare for students. RCS has more than 19,000 students signed up for distance learning, which nearly 40% of our students]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2020 13:28:51 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kindergarten and Pre-K phase-in dates for 2020-2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1264224</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2020 14:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Following School Board decision, Rutherford County Schools reopening Aug. 10 with in-person classes and distance-learning option for all parents]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1262237</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents can learn more here about safety procedures, how to sign up for distance-learning option]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2020 19:56:36 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[REMINDER: Tax-free weekend for school supplies, clothes July 31-Aug. 2]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1264205</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[List of core school supplies for Rutherford County Schools is available]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2020 14:16:28 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County represented at this year’s National Beta Convention]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1262420</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students representing four schools — Siegel middle and high schools, Eagleville, Central and Stewarts Creek High — place in Top 10 of seven categories at national level]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2020 12:51:37 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[VIDEOS: Curriculum and Instruction]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1257097</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction, Dr. Jimmy Sullivan, and his staff will be posting videos to help parents better understand all aspects of the reopening plan. Videos, which are hosted on the district’s YouTube page, will be updated regularly.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2020 17:00:11 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LaVergne High Interact Club earns regional honor as Club of the Year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1253649</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[LaVergne club works alongside Smyrna Rotary Club; rewarded as top club in four-state region for its volunteerism, service projects]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2020 14:36:55 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Summer Food Program]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1231714</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Free breakfast & lunch will be offered to anyone 18 and under; Program runs from June 1—July 24. See flyers — English and Spanish — for locations and times.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2020 16:28:52 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[FOR PARENTS: 2020-2021 school reopening options]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1249966</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Three options being examined; decision expected in July and parents will be kept informed]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2020 21:06:48 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County Virtual School now accepting applications]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1249072</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The new school — not to be confused with distance learning opportunities at all RCS schools — will launch in August.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2020 20:38:23 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Deadline extended for families to apply for COVID-19 Food Assistance]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1252552</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[P-EBT Program offers students who qualify for Free and Reduced Lunch the opportunity to receive $5.70 per day in food benefits]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2020 11:46:40 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Graduation Live-streaming information]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1249378</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Comprehensive list of links for each school's live-streaming graduation ceremonies]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2020 17:04:28 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford residents urged to complete U.S. Census survey]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1229329</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Census determines percentage of federal funds Rutherford will receive for next decade]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2020 11:38:22 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS recognizes 2019-2020 Teachers of the Year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1231548</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Check out profiles of each Teacher of the Year. Reception originally planned for March was canceled because of COVID-19 shutdown.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2020 11:34:18 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Central Magnet receives national exposure]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1231677</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Samsung Newsroom features Central Magnet student as part of Q&A with national finalists for this year's "Samsung Solve"]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2020 13:26:19 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS expands free food program to 26 sites during shutdown]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1187077</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools will provide breakfast, lunch for students, families in need while district is closed over concerns related to COVID-19]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2020 11:22:13 -0500</pubDate>
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				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1224439</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The students represent five high schools and the scholarships will be spread over four years of college]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2020 14:28:36 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[COVID-19: RCS modifies 2020-2021 academic calendar]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1220710</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Nearly all partial days — including two-hour days and half-days — have been eliminated to maximize instruction time. Only the last day of school remains a two-hour day.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2020 15:08:42 -0500</pubDate>
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				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1220800</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Because of the current COVID-19 circumstances, RCS Online 2020 summer classes will be available only for students who need to repeat a course]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2020 16:14:18 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS consolidating LaVergne Primary, Roy Waldron into one school]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1217335</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2020 11:43:25 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Central Magnet seniors awarded National Merit scholarships]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1215673</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Part of first group of winners announced; 1,000 national winners selected from more than 1.5 million eligible students]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2020 15:07:10 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County high schools ranked among best public schools nationally, statewide]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1214306</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[U.S. News & World Report ranks Central Magnet among top schools nationally, while Siegel High earns first Best High Schools award banner]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2020 16:22:43 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Riverdale High School joins E4USA for 2020-21 academic year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1210447</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[National initiative to bring engineering courses to high school students expands to Rutherford County; interested Riverdale students encouraged to reach out now to enroll]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2020 15:52:51 -0500</pubDate>
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				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1203798</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Middle Tennessee State University and Rutherford County Schools jointly announced that high school graduation ceremonies set for May in MTSU’s Murphy Center will be rescheduled later this summer — if public health guidelines permit — due to concerns stemming from the COVID-19 outbreak.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2020 13:12:12 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Riverdale grad leading disaster response team in New York]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1203010</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dr. Elliott Tenpenny working with team of medical professionals, volunteers to establish field hospital in Central Park]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2020 14:02:33 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Internet providers offering free access during COVID-19 shutdown]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1196620</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Charter Communications offering free service for 60 days for families with students who do not already have service, Comcast offering free service to low income families for 60 days]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2020 13:41:31 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[UPDATED: TDOE Announces Partnership with PBS to Deliver Daily Instructional Content for Tennessee Students]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1196511</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TDOE releases schedule and resources for video lessons airing statewide on PBS starting April 6]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2020 15:27:27 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[How You Can Help the Red Cross Continue to Deliver its Lifesaving Mission]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1191908</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Murfreesboro Blood Donor Center (501 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro) is now open 7 days a week; hours of operation listed below]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2020 15:55:23 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Stewarts Creek video production students awarded Best Commercial]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1192372</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TN High School Press Association awards SCTV with Best Commercial for schoolwide ‘We Are Stewarts Creek’ video production]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2020 08:45:09 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Stewarts Creek agriculture teacher selected for professional development scholarship]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1157398</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Gina Stewart, an agricultural educator at Stewarts Creek High School in Smyrna, 
is one of a select group of agriculture teachers nationwide who received the 2019 
Teachers Turn the Key (TTTK) professional development scholarship from the National Association of Agricultural Educators]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2020 15:24:04 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools using Stop It! app as tool for students to report safety concerns, threats]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1119002</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools wants to provide a simple way for students to report threats or safety issues, which is why the district has launched the Stop It! reporting app.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Nov 2019 17:11:12 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Home and Private School SPED Reps schedule Feb. 6 meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1153536</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Meeting scheduled with Special Education Department to discuss various services offered and will involve reps from home and private schools in our jurisdiction.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2020 16:05:21 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS receives more than $46,000 in donations to pay off meal charges]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1144608</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[B.H. Holmes Construction Co. donates more than $39,000 of total]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Jan 2020 15:51:05 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Six Rutherford schools compete in Robotics competition]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1128993</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Blackman Middle, Christiana Middle, Rockvale Middle, Rocky Fork Middle, Stewarts Creek Middle and Thurman Francis Arts Academy earn multiple awards]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2019 15:31:12 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Central Magnet receives certification for STEM program]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1120830</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students studying in a STEM field at Central Magnet School will now benefit from international recognition, as the school has earned STEM certification from AdvancED]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 07 Nov 2019 10:39:55 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Upcoming Parent Meetings for Magnet Schools, Other Special Programs]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1115533</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents of students interested in applying for magnet schools, other special programs are encouraged to attend upcoming informational meetings.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2019 09:53:24 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[EIGHTH-GRADE PATHWAY FAIRS BEGIN OCT. 22]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1106500</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Through a partnership between Rutherford County Schools and the Chamber of Commerce, eighth-grade pathway fairs are designed to help students make a more informed choice on which Career & Technical Education Pathway they plan to study during high school]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2019 14:51:10 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Next Town Hall meeting set for Feb. 10 at Rocky Fork Middle School]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1086831</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Director of Schools, industry partners hosting panel discussion with parents to talk about career preparation opportunities for students ranging from elementary through high school]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jan 2020 15:53:07 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS launches STOP IT! threat reporting app]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1081937</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools uses STOPit, an online and app-based system, to empower students, parents, teachers and others to anonymously report anything of concern to school officials - from cyber-bullying to threats of violence or self-harm.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Sep 2019 17:31:32 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools ranked ‘Advancing’ district with high academic marks]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1072455</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Aug 2019 11:39:11 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools becomes state’s first district led Educator Preparation Provider]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1067269</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[District can now provide occupational teachers with educational coursework, one-on-one support to meet state requirements for licensure advancement]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 01 Aug 2019 14:29:23 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Free summer food locations available from Rutherford Co. Schools]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1042291</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[School zones do not apply and the program provides free breakfast and lunch to anyone 18 and under from June 3 to July 26 but is closed on July 4. This year’s schedule includes breakfast service at six Rutherford County schools and eight for lunch.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2019 08:27:18 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SCORE selects Roy Waldron Elementary instructor among 31 statewide educators for 2019-20 Tennessee Educator Fellowship]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1040418</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Terrence Surles is among 31 educators who have been selected for the 2019-20 class of the Tennessee Educator Fellowship through a competitive admissions process, the State Collaborative on Reforming Education (SCORE) announced today]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 09 May 2019 07:46:28 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools among eight statewide districts selected to receive new arts education grant expanding access to high-quality music education]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1036152</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tennessee Department of Education and CMA Foundation award ‘State of the Arts’ music grants from $1 million investment]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 01 May 2019 11:07:41 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County student dominate regional math contest]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1032793</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[More than half of the Top 20 in five of six high school level competitions – geometry, algebra II, statistics, precalculus and calculus – were Rutherford County students, while Thurman Francis Arts Academy claimed the eighth-grade team title at the middle level of competition]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Apr 2019 13:53:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[47 Rutherford County students selected for prestigious TN Governor’s School for the Arts]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1032601</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[More than 20 percent of the rising 11thand 12th grade students selected for the TN Governor’s School for the Arts, an intensive month-long pre-professional arts program, represent music students from Rutherford County Schools]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2019 08:34:54 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Riverdale hosts successful inaugural career signing day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1024478</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[MTSU President Sidney A. McPhee helped congratulate nearly 500 Riverdale High School seniors Friday, April 5, at the school’s inaugural College and Career Signing Day event in the Johnny Parsley Memorial Gym]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Apr 2019 14:41:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fine arts highlight full calendar of events]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/1011720</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In addition to the Navy band making an appearance, several schools are hosting spring musicals, choral festivals and band concerts]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2019 10:12:55 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Final Town Hall meeting for parents in Rockvale cluster set for May 6]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/900025</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Director of Schools Bill Spurlock will host the next Town Hall meeting for parents on Monday, May 6, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at Rockvale Middle School]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2019 08:22:59 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rockvale High School; Rocky Fork Elementary information]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/900311</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[New schools will open in August 2019; check here for zoning maps]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Mar 2019 12:07:23 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Freshmen Orientations begin in March]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Freshmen orientation will be held at all Rutherford County high schools in March. Checkout the full schedule for your student's school.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Feb 2019 08:43:37 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools dismissing two hours early Thursday, March 14, 2019]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The National Weather Service is forecasting wind gusts of up to 45 miles per hour during 3-5 p.m. today, which is during the time of our normal afternoon bus routes. We are dismissing early so that we can complete bus routes before the high winds begin.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2019 11:41:55 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools will be open Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2019]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/998214</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools will REOPEN Tuesday, Feb. 26, and schools will be on regular schedule]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Feb 2019 12:10:55 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools hiring special education, substitute bus aides]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/988691</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The special education department for Rutherford County Schools is looking for substitute bus attendants. Ideal candidates are those who are flexible and available to work a variety of bus routes.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Feb 2019 16:18:06 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Central named Tennessee winner in Samsung Solve for Tomorrow contest]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/974837</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Central Magnet was selected as the Tennessee winner in the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow contest. As one of 50 state winners – one representing each state – they will receive $20,000 in technology for their achievement]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 11 Jan 2019 15:35:32 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[High School internship applications begin in January]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/968782</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The annual Rutherford Works High School paid internship program has become one of the most successful collaborations between Rutherford County Schools, the Chamber and local industry partners]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2018 15:48:35 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Congratulations to all Junior and Senior Beta winners]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/968766</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Multiple schools spanning grades 4-12 bring home awards]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2018 15:33:27 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[150 Rutherford County students earn spots on mid-state, all-state performing ensembles]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Instrumental music students from across Middle Tennessee auditioned for spots in the 2019 mid-state and all-state concert bands, jazz bands and orchestras.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Dec 2018 13:00:10 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Four Rutherford schools to offer tuition-free summer reading program]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/963921</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Schools receive grants for ‘Read to be Ready’ statewide program]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Dec 2018 13:01:51 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Christiana schools recognized for behavior support project]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Christiana elementary and middle schools were recently recognized by Vanderbilt University and the Tennessee Department of Education for their participation in the Tennessee Behavior Supports Project]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Dec 2018 11:14:45 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Smyrna senior selected for U.S. Presidential Scholars Program]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Smyrna High School senior Nathan Richeson was recently selected to represent Tennessee as a nominee for the National U.S. Presidential Scholars Program.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 06 Dec 2018 10:37:20 -0600</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Nine students from Stewarts Creek elementary, middle and high schools have been selected for the American Choral Directors Association National Honor Choirs.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Dec 2018 15:27:16 -0600</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[All three of the magnet schools in Rutherford County along with the International Baccalaureate program at Oakland High School will be hosting upcoming informational meetings for parents]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 14 Nov 2018 08:51:39 -0600</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Oakland students earn All Star Cast award]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Oct 2018 16:11:18 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Tennessee Department of Education names 15 ‘Reward Schools’ for Rutherford County]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/919427</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 21 Sep 2018 15:03:05 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Siegel senior participates in hands-on summer medical program]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Siegel High School senior O'Brien Gentry had the opportunity this summer to join students from across the nation to take part in unique academic development experience at the National Youth Leadership Forum: Medicine.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Aug 2018 15:34:35 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Smyrna Agricultural Education Program Selected for National Award]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The agriculture education program at Stewarts Creek High School was selected the Middle Tennessee Association of Agricultural Educators Outstanding Program Award recipient.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jul 2018 16:44:08 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2018-2019 Back to School Information]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools will resume on Monday, Aug. 6, with a two-hour day for students followed by the first full day of school on Wednesday, Aug. 8. To learn more about the new school year, including the calendar, registration information and school supplies, please follow the link above.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Jun 2018 09:52:37 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Stewarts Creek fourth-grader takes first place in WordMasters Challenge]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/875423</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dexter Trageser was the only elementary student from Rutherford County Schools to place first in all three meets. All RCS students competed in the advanced Gold Division.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 29 May 2018 10:31:48 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools recognizes CTSO state competition winners]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/864477</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Competition involved various student groups involved with Career and Technical Student Organizations, such as FFA, DECA, HOSA, SkillsUSA and more.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 03 May 2018 17:23:15 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NOTICE: Special-called School Board meetings, Saturday, June 16, 8 a.m., and Monday, June 18, 6 p.m.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/881399</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Purpose of meeting is to tour and potentially vote on land purchases for future school sites]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jun 2018 18:06:14 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Board to host community meeting on School Safety]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/860560</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Public invited to attend meeting on May 7 beginning at 5:30 at Blackman High School]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Apr 2018 16:14:33 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Central Magnet School named top midsize school in country for teaching financial literacy]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/858794</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In addition, state group names Dr. John Ash top high school principal of the year]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Apr 2018 10:25:19 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS announces free summer food locations]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[School zones do not apply and the program provides free breakfast and lunch to anyone 18 and under from June 4 to July 27 but is closed on July 4. This year’s schedule includes breakfast service at six Rutherford County Schools and seven for lunch.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Apr 2018 09:17:29 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kindergarten, pre-K registration, sixth grade orientation dates for May 2018 announced]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/852937</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Rutherford County elementary schools will host pre-registration dates in May for both kindergarten and those accepted to pre-kindergarten. Most middle schools will also host orientation for new students in May.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Apr 2018 09:45:28 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Registration for RCS Summer Conference opens April 17]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The RCS Summer Conference will be held July 24-25 at Siegel High School and Siegel Middle School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Apr 2018 09:41:28 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County students rack up arts recognitions]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[March is Art in Our Schools month and schools across Rutherford County are celebrating the student-artists throughout the month]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Apr 2018 14:15:06 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board of Education selects four finalists for next Director of Schools]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/835266</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Interviews with finalists will be held March 8-21]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Mar 2018 18:05:37 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[$10,000 Richard Siegel Scholarship deadline March 9]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/837007</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The 2018 Richard Siegel Foundation is accepting applications from any and all seniors in Rutherford County.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Mar 2018 08:37:14 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Annual Tennessee Report Card again designates Rutherford County Schools as among best]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/805612</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools continues to perform among the best school districts in Tennessee, based on results released by the Tennessee Department of Education as part of the state’s annual Report Card.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2018 16:03:24 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[15 candidates apply for Director of Schools position]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/830926</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[School Board will begin meeting March 5 to determine finalists]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 27 Feb 2018 14:28:06 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Five Rutherford elementary schools receive state grant for summer reading program]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/800953</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Christiana Elementary School, Rock Springs Elementary School, Rockvale Elementary School, Stewartsboro Elementary School and Thurman Francis Arts Academy have all been named grant recipients for Tennessee’s Read to be Ready program.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Dec 2017 14:41:42 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New LaVergne High program will allow students to graduate with associate’s degree]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/800902</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[LaVergne High School and Motlow State Community College have entered into a new partnership that will allow members of the class of 2020 to graduate with both a high school diploma and an associate’s degree.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Dec 2017 13:51:41 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Roy Waldron drama team needs online votes now for award]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/804420</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Roy Waldron drama team has been chosen as a finalist for the Playbill Community Service Award. Voting is under way and will continue through Saturday, Jan. 13. Students, teachers, parents and supporters of the drama team can vote as often as they like.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jan 2018 15:33:40 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Central team wins $25,000 technology package from Samsung, advances in national contest for vehicle emissions project]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/800714</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A team from Central Magnet School has won a $25,000 technology package from Samsung after being named the sole winner from Tennessee in the company’s nationwide, $2 million competition for STEAM skills.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Dec 2017 07:15:13 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Board approves new five-year building plan]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/790678</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Over the next five to six years, the adopted plan calls for nine new schools and 11 additions, land acquisitions or other facility improvements]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Nov 2017 12:16:03 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools offering multiple school choice options for parents]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/780894</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Several parent information sessions approaching for RCS choice programs]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Dec 2017 16:15:36 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools earns coveted ‘Exemplary’ award for Tennessee]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/771041</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In addition, nine RC schools earn ‘Reward School’ award for scoring in top five percent of state]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 20 Oct 2017 12:01:07 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ACT scores reach eight-year high]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students who graduated from Rutherford County Schools last year earned an eight-year high average score on the ACT assessment, according to information released by the Tennessee Department of Education.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Nov 2017 15:50:07 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County graduation rate tops 95 percent for second year]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools has once again posted a graduation rate of more than 95%, according to data released by the Tennessee Department of Education.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 15 Sep 2017 08:09:01 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools hosting Veteran's Day celebrations]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Multiple Rutherford County Schools are hosting Veteran’s Day celebrations over the next few days. Veteran’s Day is Saturday, Nov. 11. The following is a list of some of those events, those that are open to the public.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Nov 2017 15:17:45 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools will be open Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Rutherford County Schools will be open Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017. If you live in one of these affected flood areas, you should use your own discretion tomorrow morning to determine whether to send your children to school. Bus drivers will also use their discretion based on the conditions they experience in the morning.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2017 15:13:18 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS will begin fall safety drills Sept. 12]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The annual drills are conducted through partnership with the sheriff's office and help employees and students practice procedures in the event of a true emergency.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 07 Sep 2017 15:47:07 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS Special Education department hosting parent education nights]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/747341</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Topics include behavior at home, special education preschools, special education law, transition to high school and more.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 29 Sep 2017 09:55:24 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS high schools outperforming state average on all EOC exams, new data shows]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/743759</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Rutherford County’s high schools are significantly out-performing the state average for the number of students who are on-track or have mastered subject areas, according to information released by the Tennessee Department of Education.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Aug 2017 10:06:02 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS Parent Insider - August 2, 2017]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/732318</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Aug 2017 18:18:25 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Back to School and Registration Information]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Information available for registration and back to school for the 2017-2018 school year. Registration is held at the individual schools when they reopen the last week of July.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 11 Jul 2017 13:50:50 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Blackman chemistry teacher named state finalist for Presidential excellence award]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Blackman High School chemistry teacher Kimberly Baumann has been selected as a state-level finalist for the 2016-17 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jun 2017 10:43:53 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Registration for online classes under way]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[With approval from counselors, students are able to register for fall online classes]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 09 Aug 2017 21:19:06 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[FOR PARENTS: RCS to begin offering online athletic registration]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Goal of DragonFly Network is to upgrade the level of safety to our students-athletes, while adding convenience for you]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jun 2017 10:00:18 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rutherford middle schoolers win state track and field titles]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Ar’Nazsia Johnson, an eighth-grader from Whitworth-Buchanan Middle School, won the Class AA state championship in both the girls 100 and 200 meters, while Zhordan Shannon from Stewarts Creek won the Class AA title in the girl’s high jump.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 26 May 2017 15:28:40 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS Parent Insider: May 24, 2017]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/716372</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 24 May 2017 13:07:06 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Multiple RCS seventh-graders recognized by Duke TIP]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The following Rutherford County Schools seventh-graders earned recognition this year by the Duke Talent Identification Program, more commonly known as Duke TIP.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jun 2017 13:57:54 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Important Summer School change: Location now Riverdale instead of Blackman]]></title>
				<link>http://www.rcschools.net/apps/news/article/705804</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2017 11:33:18 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Standardized test scores will not be part of final grades]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[RCS has not received scores back from TN Department of Education]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 22 May 2017 14:09:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RCS Parent Insider: April 28, 2017]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Apr 2017 15:46:11 -0500</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Apr 2017 14:26:20 -0500</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2017 10:52:13 -0500</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Apr 2017 13:57:57 -0500</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 06 Apr 2017 17:20:08 -0500</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2017 17:32:38 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Mar 2017 14:37:42 -0500</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Mar 2017 18:46:47 -0500</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2017 15:59:02 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2017 17:40:52 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2017 16:06:47 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2017 14:37:28 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2017 16:18:59 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2017 14:35:54 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2016 12:16:05 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2016 18:04:27 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2016 18:04:11 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2017 11:49:25 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2016 18:05:39 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2016 18:04:50 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[The Power of Words]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[During reveal event for upcoming SE-YA Book Fest, Central student shares ambition spawned by last year's festival]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2016 11:43:12 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Meetings, public hearings set to decide Rocky Fork Middle zone lines]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[School Board wants input from parents to shape new school's zone]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2016 18:06:05 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Several new schools in pipeline based on School Board's building plan]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2016 18:05:19 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2016 11:31:22 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2016 11:31:05 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2016 11:30:48 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2016 11:30:33 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2016 11:30:18 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2016 11:30:05 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2016 11:29:39 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2016 11:29:24 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2016 11:28:49 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2016 11:28:33 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2016 11:28:04 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2016 11:27:53 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2016 11:27:38 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2016 11:23:58 -0600</pubDate>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2016 11:23:08 -0600</pubDate>
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