At its May 20 meeting, the Reimagine Rdale: Vision 2030 Team studied the condition and capacity of Rdale’s school buildings—ranking facilities based on data and discussing how to align future investments with instructional priorities and long-term sustainability.

Robbinsdale Area Schools is participating in the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). Meals will be provided to children ages 1 year through 18 years without charge and are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability, and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service.

The beat of the drum echoed through Robbinsdale on May 10, as vibrant regalia, spirited dancing, and powerful songs brought the annual spring powwow to life—courtesy of the Rdale American Indian Education Program.

This morning, several of our buildings experienced isolated power outages. Power has been restored, and the school day is continuing as normal.

UPDATE at 8:35 a.m.: Power has been restored to Forest Elementary and FAIR School Crystal. 

Three of our buildings are currently experiencing power outages—Forest Elementary, FAIR School Crystal, and Crystal Learning Center, which houses the Robbinsdale Transition Center. Most of our schools have backup generators, which are running and providing basic power.

At 2:35 p.m., per our safety and severe weather protocols, we delayed dismissing students due to a brief tornado warning, which has now passed.

This summer, eligible families can receive up to $120 per child through the Summer EBT program—now called SUN Bucks

Significant road construction on 36th Avenue began April 21, impacting access to Armstrong High School and, later this summer, Plymouth Middle School and FAIR School Pilgrim Lane. In addition, the 36th Avenue bridge over Highway 169 will be closed nightly from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. beginning on Monday, May 12, for painting work.

Armstrong High School Presents: Art Celebration

Dr. Staloch: More than 16,000 voices are shaping the future of Rdale as we navigate budget challenges and boldly plan for the schools our students need—today and tomorrow.

The Robbinsdale Area Schools Indian Education Program is hosting our annual spring powwow on May 10. All members of the community are invited to attend this free event and experience singing, dancing, drumming, and other honored traditions. 

This week, the Reimagine Rdale: Vision 2030 Team met at FAIR School Crystal to continue shaping the future of Robbinsdale Area Schools.

At its April meeting, the Reimagine Rdale: Vision 2030 Team explored school safety infrastructure and what great teaching looks like in every classroom—aligning efforts to create safe, engaging, and empowering learning environments for all Rdale students.

All after-school athletics, activities, and programs are canceled today, Monday, April 28, 2025, due to the threat of severe weather this evening.

This week marked the final stretch of the Reimagine Rdale: Vision 2030 community engagement phase.