Rutherford County Schools

As announced this summer, Rutherford County Schools has launched two new technology tools that will simplify how parents receive information and how they interact with their teachers and coaches to learn about their student’s academics, school announcements, and extra-curricular activities.

The first one is ParentVue by Synergy, and this will be used to see your student’s academic information, including report cards, daily grades, missing assignments, class schedules, etc. It is similar to Skyward that we used last year, but it is much more mobile and user friendly. The companion is called StudentVue and contain similar information for students.

The second app, and perhaps the most important, is MyRCS. Search for “Rutherford County Schools” in your app store, and download it for free.

The MyRCS app will be used by parents to receive messages and interact with your school, teachers, coaches, or band directors depending on the activities students are involved in. This is the sole communication platform we are using for this type of communication this year. It replaces platforms such as ClassDojo, Remind, Band or any others as parents have asked for a one-stop source for school information.

Once downloaded, you can select which schools your children attend to receive a live feed of news items from those schools. By adjusting your preferences, written messages families receive are translated automatically into your preferred language. You can also interact directly teachers and coaches using a featured called “Rooms,” which is a secure two-way communication tool.

Rooms launches Monday and Parents will receive an email or text message inviting them to join their teacher’s or coach’s Room. If you don’t get the email or text, that’s ok. Beginning Monday evening you can visit the Rooms section of the app, or use the login button on your school’s website.

For your login, all you need to enter is the cell phone number you have on file with your school or your email address. You should then receive an access code, and you will be logged in.

For a quick overview of how the platform works, watch this short video introduction. If you have questions or need assistance, visit our Rooms Resources webpage. Links to download the apps are available here.

Rutherford County Schools is excited to offer these communication tools for parents and students. We want to ensure everyone stays informed about their students and schools. Thanks again for your patience and cooperation as we settle in to a new school year.

about 1 month ago, Rutherford County Schools

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Check out this week's soccer and football schedules for middle schools and high schools.

For scores from last week's middle school matchups, visit https://www.rcschools.net/o/od/page/rcs-home-school-middle-school-athletics

To see scores from last week's high school contests, visit https://tssaasports.com/sports/

about 5 hours ago, Rutherford County Schools

A soccer ball sits on a field with a soccer goal. A schedule for middle school girls soccer games is overlaid on the image.

A soccer game schedule for high school girls. Matches are listed for two dates. A soccer ball is shown.

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A poster highlights week five high school football games, featuring a football on the field.

Tonight's Big G TV High School Football game features a matchup between Rockvale and Stewarts Creek. Pregame coverage begins at 6:30 p.m. and kickoff is 7 p.m.

Join Bryan Barrett, Jon Dinkins, Rod Edwards, and the WGNS Sports team for live play-by-play coverage and Rutherford County sports action.

This broadcast is brought to you through an exciting partnership led by Stewarts Creek Television, alongside television production programs across Rutherford County Schools, working together with WGNS Sports.

Right now, talented CTE students from across the district are behind the scenes getting hands-on, real-world experience to bring you tonight's live action. This district-wide initiative brings together RCS Athletics, CTE leadership, the School Board, and WGNS to showcase our local student-athletes while training the next generation of sports broadcasters.

WATCH: https://www.youtube.com/live/VTDXXYLEHYM?si=fFDCwNZhTnDQM_gT

3 days ago, Rutherford County Schools

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Homecoming season is in full swing 🏈🙌🎉

Riverdale held a pep rally Friday before its first home game of the season. The Warriors host LaVergne tonight.

Full schedule here: https://www.rcschools.net/live_feeds/13012368

3 days ago, Rutherford County Schools

From book parades and classroom read-alouds to a special four-legged reading buddy and high school students sharing stories at elementary schools, RCS celebrated the joy of reading Friday during Reading In The Schools Day.

Check out these scenes from around RCS. Learn more about our partnership with Read To Succeed in our next #RCSSundayMessage.

3 days ago, Rutherford County Schools

A woman and a young boy stand in a classroom with colorful decorations and shelves with bins.

A man reads to a group of children in a classroom. Bookshelves are behind them, and a dog sits nearby.

A classroom with a teacher reading a book to children seated in chairs. Desks are arranged in rows.

Woman seated on a chair, reading to a boy and girl seated on the floor. A dog lies at their feet.

Two women sit in chairs with children in front of them, reading a book. A rug and shelves are visible in the background.

Classroom with students sitting on the floor listening to a teacher read a book. Colorful decorations, shelves, and chairs are present.

A woman with blonde hair sits in a chair holding an open book and speaking to the students.

A man in a blue shirt reading a book to a boy in a black hoodie.

A person in a costume and a fire engine cart walks down a school corridor, followed by children.

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25 years later, we still remember.

Flight 93 • The Pentagon • World Trade Center

September 11, 2001

3 days ago, Rutherford County Schools

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Class of 2027 -- the countdown is on! 🎓

Graduation dates are set! Mark your calendars now for this incredible milestone. 🎉

Complete schedule at rcschools.net/graduation.

4 days ago, Rutherford County Schools

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Fifth-graders from Homer Pittard Campus School have enjoyed the day at New Frontiers, where they zip lined, completed a ropes course, and learned the "flying squirrel." The experience teaches the students about leadership and learning to work with others.

5 days ago, Rutherford County Schools

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A child wearing a blue helmet, harness, and sneakers stands on grass, while a woman helps them with a red rope.

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Group of young people in blue shirts and caps sit and stand on a wooden porch with a metal roof.

The Smyrna High School TV & Film Production department has announce an exciting student-led takeover of the school’s premier athletic podcast, The Dawg Cast.

Students in the TV & Film Production program will manage all phases of production, from audio and video engineering to editing, and graphic design each week.

New episodes premiere every Wednesday evening on the official Smyrna High School YouTube channel at youtube.com/@smyrnabulldog. Viewers can expect a comprehensive look at the school's sports culture, featuring in-depth interviews with coaches, standout student-athletes, and special guests spanning every sport on campus.

"This partnership gives our production students an authentic, real-world learning environment," said Kyle Dietz, TV & Film Production Teacher. "They aren't just learning theory in a classroom; they are producing a professional media product that highlights our school's hardworking student-athletes and coaches for the entire community to see."

The collaboration bridges the gap between CTE and school spirit, allowing student producers to hone technical skills in broadcast journalism, live switching, post-production audio mixing, and digital media management.

5 days ago, Rutherford County Schools

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The elected Rutherford County Board of Education has selected Claire Maxwell as chair and Butch Vaughn as vice chair for the 2026-2027 school year. The School Board, which now includes new members Jeanice McCord and Julie Wishing, met for the first time in the new school year on Sept. 8, 2026.

6 days ago, Rutherford County Schools

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Check out this week's soccer and football schedules for middle schools and high schools.

For scores from last week's middle school matchups, visit https://www.rcschools.net/o/od/page/rcs-home-school-middle-school-athletics

To see scores from last week's high school contests, visit https://tssaasports.com/sports/

6 days ago, Rutherford County Schools

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A football field shows game schedule for week 4. The teams and dates are listed above the field.

Soccer game schedule for high school girls. Soccer matches on Tuesday and Thursday, September 8 and 10.

Poster for Week 4 high school football games. Field with white lines and a red ball at the 30 yard line.

Save the Date: College Fair for English Language Learners and students with disabilities

Set for Oct. 19 at Stewarts Creek High, this event is designed to help English Language Learners and students with disabilities prepare for life after high school.

Meet with representatives from technical colleges, two- and four- year colleges and learn about financial aid, scholarships and college disability services.

6 days ago, Rutherford County Schools

College fair for English language learners and students with disabilities. Representatives from 2 & 4-year colleges, technical colleges, and US military. Event includes financial aid, scholarships, and disability services.

Flyer for "Feria de Universidades" with text in Spanish. It shows three people in graduation attire. Date and time: October 19, 2026, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM. Location: Stewarts Creek High, Smyrna, TN.

A flyer shows an event titled "College Fair" with two women in graduation gowns. Arabic text is displayed.

Eagleville has officially cut the ribbon on all turf fields across its campus!

Playing surfaces for the school’s baseball, football and softball programs have all been converted to synthetic turf thanks to a generous donation from SRM Concrete.

The community celebrated the culmination of the four month project by hosting Tennessee Heat Football on Friday night.

10 days ago, Rutherford County Schools

Six men stand on a football field holding ribbons. One uses scissors to cut a ribbon. Behind them, people sit on the bleachers.

Five men stand on a football field, all wearing shirts and shorts, with one holding a camera.

Five young athletes wearing matching uniforms pose for a photo on a football field.

A group of people on a football field holds a ribbon. Some wear hats, sneakers, and casual attire.

A group of people stand on a football field, wearing casual attire, with numbers 50 and 5 on the grass.

A football player in maroon and white gear stands on the field, helmet on, awaiting play.

A group of people standing on a field holding ribbons. Some are cutting the ribbon with scissors.

A man speaks at a microphone on a football field, surrounded by six others. They are all wearing T-shirts.

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GAME DAY 🏈

Blackman plays host to Riverdale tonight in the Friday Night Titans Game of the Week presented by Whataburger.

From the hallways to the cafeteria, the school marketplace to the football field — it all leads to Friday night.

📍 Bart Smith Field at the Inferno ⏰ Kickoff: 7 p.m. 🎟️ Tickets: https://gofan.co/event/6744694?schoolId=TN8683

Full list of all RCS games available here: https://www.rcschools.net/live_feeds/12942929

10 days ago, Rutherford County Schools

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Congratulations to Siegel High School’s Sapnesh Naran for being selected as TSSAA’s Boys Bowling Coach of the Year for the 2025-2026 season.

Earlier this year, Naran helped the Siegel Stars make history by capturing the bowling program’s first-ever state championship as a team with a 22-5 victory over Mt. Juliet in the final match.

Siegel defeated Bartlett (16-11) and Creek Wood (18-9) in the semifinals.

10 days ago, Rutherford County Schools

A blue background with white text and an image of a man. It reads "Congratulations, Sapnesh Naran! Siegel High School."

Congratulations to Central Magnet School alum Breanna Gonzalez for being named a University of Tennessee, Knoxville 2026 Peyton Manning Scholar!

Read more here: https://news.utk.edu/2026/08/31/meet-the-2026-peyton-manning-scholars/

#theRCSdifference

12 days ago, Rutherford County Schools

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Congratulations to Smyrna High School alum Zach Haynes for being chosen to represent the United States on the 2026 PGA Cup Team!

Haynes joins nine other players who will take on Great Britain & Ireland in the 32nd PGA Cup, a biennial Ryder Cup-style competition set for Oct. 2-4 at The K Club in County Kildare, Ireland.

A 2014 graduate of Smyrna High, Haynes finished as Class AAA runner-up in the 2013 state golf tournament and was named to the first team All-State Golf Team the same season with a scoring average of 70.3. During his time at Smyrna, he was a three-time qualifier for the TSSAA golf tournament.

He went on to play four years at UT-Martin and was named to Smyrna High’s Hall of Fame in 2021.

12 days ago, Rutherford County Schools

Congratulations to Katie Darby on her re-election to the Rutherford County Board of Education, and to new School Board members Jeanice McCord and Julie Wishing, who officially begin their terms today. The first official School Board meeting will be Sept. 8, at which time the Board will select a chair and vice-chair for the 2026-2027 year.

13 days ago, Rutherford County Schools

A woman in a red skirt and black blazer takes an oath with a raised hand. A man in a black robe stands next to her.

A woman in a black robe and white pants speaks to another woman in a purple coat.

Two women stand in a courtroom; one in red raising her hand, the other in black holding a paper. Behind them is a judge's bench and a flag.

Check out this week's soccer and football schedules for middle schools and high schools.

For scores from last week's middle school matchups, visit https://www.rcschools.net/o/od/page/rcs-home-school-middle-school-athletics

To see scores from last week's high school contests, visit https://tssaasports.com/sports/

13 days ago, Rutherford County Schools

Poster lists soccer match dates, times, and locations. Green field background with white text.

Soccer field with a soccer ball in the foreground. Dates and match-ups for high school girls' soccer games.

A poster for middle school football games on Tuesday, Sept. 1 and Thursday, Sept. 3.

Football field with a red ball at 30-yard line. "High School Football | Week 3" text above with Friday, Sept. 4 date.

September is recognized as TN College Application & Exploration Month. This statewide initiative encourages college and career exploration, builds awareness of the college application process at every grade level, and ensures every senior has the opportunity to apply to college.

In the weeks ahead, many post-secondary institutions will waive application fees. For more resources, visit www.collegefortn.org.

14 days ago, Rutherford County Schools

September 2026 flyer with text and logos of various universities and colleges, including Maryville College, UT Southern, Christian Brothers University, and others.