Rush Creek News

April 24, 2026

There will be no school on Monday, April 27th. School will resume onTuesday, April 28th

Hennepin County is hosting FREE WALK-IN immunization events for infants through 18 years old. This assistance is available to all, even if you’re uninsured, underinsured, or don’t have a primary care clinic.

The first date is this Saturday, April 25th at the Brookdale Library in Brooklyn Center!

Click the link for more details. https://www.hennepincounty.gov/services/assistance/children-families/immunizations-for-babies-children

Don’t fall behind on immunizations. Stay caught up for school, sports, daycare, and more.

We’re excited to celebrate our amazing teachers and staff during Teacher Appreciation Week, May 4–8! To make the week extra special, we’re planning to provide daily treats and meals for our hardworking team.

We would greatly appreciate your help in making this a success by donating snacks, treats, or other goodies. With 110 staff members at Rush Creek Elementary, every contribution goes a long way in showing our gratitude.

Donations can be dropped off at the front entrance between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Curious about some of our teachers’ favorite things? Check out this link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nstkJ09OBAGqOy1KNloZCn5MVhh0RY2c/edit

Thank you for helping us recognize and celebrate our incredible educators!

On May 13, during the Ice Cream Social, the PTO will be hosting a fun raffle, and we need your help to make it a success! Funds raised will support programs and activities that benefit our entire school community.

Two Easy Ways to Donate:
• Shop our Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2YB3F5WALQR5R?ref_=wl_share
• Purchase gift cards (any retailer) and drop them off at the school office in an envelope labeled Attention: Ice Cream Social Raffle

Have a connection to a local business? We gladly accept donations of gift cards, products, services, experiences, and more.

Donation Deadline: Please bring in-person donations to the school by Wednesday, May 6.

Thank you for supporting our school!