Parent and Family Ram Report
November 10th, 2026
MORNING DROP-OFF/BREAKFAST
Please remember drop-off is on the playground. Starting at 7:50 a.m., staff will be outside supervising students until the first bell rings. Students eating breakfast may enter through the east doors, but all other indoor areas are closed before the bell.
The first bell rings at 8:25 a.m. for 4th and 5th graders, and at 8:30 a.m. for Early Literacy through 3rd grade. If you have a pre-arranged morning meeting with a teacher, please check in with Michelle at the front office first.
COLD WEATHER
With the cold weather approaching it is very important that our students are bringing the appropriate winter clothes to school. Please be sure they are all geared up for the cold weather Montana can bring. If you need assistance with any winter clothing do not be afraid to contact us. We have several resources that can help. It is expected that every student goes outside for recess unless they have a medical excuse. Please label all clothing(hats, coats, boots, gloves) with your child's name. The following are our guidelines for our outdoor activities at Russell School.
Russell Temperature Guidelines
Above 10 degrees – no restrictions
10 degrees to zero – duration of recess may be limited and announced
Zero to below zero – indoor recess
Wind chill factor will be considered in determining outdoor recess.
KPS COMMUNICATIONS INFORMATION
WATER BOTTLES
Please ensure your child brings a water bottle to school each day. Cups will not be provided this year, so having a water bottle is essential.
RUSSELL SCHOOL WEBSITE
Please check out our website for up to date information!
CALENDAR
November 11th ~ Early Release 1:45
November 18th ~ Early Release 1:45
November 25th - 27th ~ Thanksgiving Break - NO SCHOOL
December 2nd ~ Early Release 1:45
December 3rd ~ PICTURE RETAKES
December 9th ~ Early Release 1:45
December 16th ~ Early Release 1:45
December 21st - January 1st - Winter Break - NO SCHOOL
January 6th ~ Early Release 1:45
January 13th ~ Early Release 1:45
January 18th ~ Martin Luther King Jr Day - NO SCHOOL
January 20th ~ Early Release 1:45
January 25th ~ PIR Day - NO SCHOOL
January 27th ~ Early Release 1:45
February 3rd ~ Early Release 1:45
February 12th ~ Early Release 1:45
February 15th ~ President's Day ~ NO SCHOOL
February 17th ~ Early Release 1:45
February 24th ~ Early Release 1:45
Russell Elementary School
Email: michelle.morris@sd5.k12.mt.us
Website: https://www.sd5.k12.mt.us/8/home
Location: 227 West Nevada Street, Kalispell, MT, USA
Phone: 406-751-3900