Forrest Hunt Elementary

05/28/2026

TESTIMONIAL THURSDAY |

This season, the East Rutherford Cavaliers showed what can happen when talent, hard work, perseverance, and belief come together.

Now, they stand as the 2026 3A Western Regional Champions and are competing for a State Championship.

Their journey is more than a baseball story, it’s a testimony.

A testimony to dedication.
A testimony to teamwork.
A testimony to what young people can accomplish when they put heart into it.

RCS Education Matters is proud to celebrate these student-athletes, coaches, families, and supporters who have represented Rutherford County with excellence and heart.

Good luck, Cavs!

05/26/2026

05/25/2026

MYTH BUSTER MONDAY |

Myth: The end of the school year is all about high-stakes testing.

Fact: It's also a time to acknowledge and celebrate the ways our schools invest in our families and communities.

This spring, five RCS elementary schools partnered with the American Heart Association to bring the Kids Heart Challenge to their students and families, and the results were remarkable.

2,200 students and families received heart healthy information. 105 families learned Hands-Only CPR and how to recognize the warning signs of a stroke. And together, RCS schools raised $9,775 in lifesaving donations for the American Heart Association.

That kind of impact doesn't happen by accident. It happens because of educators who say yes to opportunities that go beyond the classroom and who understand that healthy, informed families make stronger communities.

Three schools led the way:

🏆 #1 Rutherfordton Elementary, led by Andrew McDaniel

🏆 #2 Forest City-Dunbar Elementary, led by Adam Cooper

🏆 #3 Harris Elementary, led by Kendra Henson

And every participating school deserves recognition:

Ellenboro Elementary
Forest City-Dunbar Elementary
Harris Elementary
Pinnacle Elementary
Rutherfordton Elementary

Testing matters. But so does teaching a parent how to save a life.

To our students, families, and the dedicated educators who made this possible — thank you. This is what RCS schools do.

05/22/2026

Some of the most important work happens behind the scenes. Thank you for the care, dedication, and pride you brought to our school each day. You helped create a place where students could learn and grow. Your presence will be missed, but your impact will never be forgotten. Congratulations on your retirement Mr. Gail Ebert 🌟💙

05/22/2026

Congratulations to the students who won prizes from the EOG raffle drawing! We are so proud of every student for working so hard on their EOG’s!

05/22/2026

“It’s time for your next adventure little stars”
Mrs. McIntyre’s 2025-2026 kindergarten class

05/21/2026

TESTIMONIAL THURSDAY | Tuesday night, Rutherford County Schools had the privilege of honoring our retirees and celebrating the incredible impact they’ve made on generations of students, staff, and our community.

Their years of dedication, service, and commitment to public education have helped shape the future of Rutherford County one child at a time. We are grateful for the legacy they leave behind and the countless lives they have touched.

05/19/2026

TRANSPARENCY TUESDAY | Every five years, our school nutrition program undergoes a comprehensive state Administrative Review… and this year’s results were overwhelmingly positive.

Reviewers commended our team’s “responsiveness to the requests for the Administrative Review” and noted that documentation was provided in a way that “expedited the process” and supported an efficient review.

Rutherford County Schools was also recognized for providing free breakfast and lunch to all students, ensuring “every student has access to nutritious meals, fostering better learning and overall health.”

At the school level, staff members were praised for creating “a positive, supportive environment” and delivering meals with “well-organized, eye-catching presentation” and a “diverse selection” of options.

Thank you and congratulations to our RCS school nutrition team and our valued Chartwells partners for the outstanding work you do for students every day!

05/18/2026

Sold OUT!!!

Yearbooks go on sale tomorrow!
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05/18/2026

2 year books left!

Yearbooks go on sale tomorrow!
Cash or check ONLY!