Rush Creek News

Nov. 21, 2025

Don't forget there is no school Wednesday, Nov. 26th - Friday, Nov. 28th. School will resume again on Monday, Dec. 1st, which is the start of Tri 2!

The Lost & Found is quickly filling up! If your student is missing anything, please encourage them to look through the Lost & Found. Parents are also welcome to come in and look for any missing items.

*Reminder: All remaining items will be donated on Wednesday, Nov. 26th!!

The end of the first Trimester is quickly approaching on Nov. 25th. Report cards will be available on ParentVue starting on Wednesday, Dec. 10th. If you do not have an active ParentVue account, please reach out to Jen Marsh at marshj@district279.org

We've recently seen an increase in disruptive behaviors in the cafeteria including, yelling, taking excessive food, throwing and dropping food, as well as pushing and shoving in line. We are reteaching expectations at school and ask for your support in reminding students what proper behavior in the lunchroom looks like.

Thank you for helping us maintain a safe and respectful cafeteria for all students.

Dear Families,

We have had several busy and exciting months in the library! Students and staff have been busy checking out books. A huge thank you to all our amazing volunteers who help us keep our shelves tidy and ready for the next reading adventure!

Click the attachment below for information on choosing Minnesota's favorite books of the year!

While the 2025-26 school year is still young, Osseo Area Schools is already making preparations for a smooth transition to new attendance boundaries at the elementary and middle school levels for the fall of 2026. Families can double-check whether or not their household is impacted by using the 2026-27 search tool available via osseoschools.org/boundaries.

Families who have students impacted by next fall's attendance boundary changes recently received a letter with information about their new school and other pertinent details.

Families with 2026-27 fifth and eighth graders have been asked whether or not they’d like to utilize a Remain in Place option, where they could stay their final year at their current school with family-provided transportation. Eligible families (those with fifth and eighth graders next year) need to share their response to this option by Dec. 22 via a ParentVUE form.

Students relocating can expect a similar educational experience across district schools, with shared goals for academic rigor and a welcoming environment at all sites. Efforts have also been made to keep neighborhoods together as much as possible so that any school changes are made with familiar students.

These changes can be tough; however, every effort is being made to ensure families have great experiences at all schools. Special activities will be held starting next spring to welcome and support families relocating. Families are also welcome to check out school websites and/or schedule a tour in the weeks and months ahead.

The flexibility with this needed change is appreciated. Questions? Check out osseoschools.org/boundaries, or reach out to BetterFuture@district279.org or 763-391-8990.