Dear Dwight Families,
We are excited to welcome our students back on Monday! Here are a few important reminders to help our first day of school run smoothly:
Morning Arrival
-School begins at 7:50 a.m.
-Staff will be out front to greet students and help them get where they need to go.
-Please come through the drop-off line and remain in your car. Students will get out and enter through the front doors.
-Kindergarten students will go to the music room. Kindergarten parents may park in a parking spot and walk their child to the music room on the first day only.
-All other students will go to the playground. Parents may not walk students to the playground or classrooms.
Afternoon Dismissal
-Please do not check your child out early to beat the car rider line. Early checkouts create extra confusion as we prepare all students for dismissal. Safety is our top priority.
-Have your pickup tag visible, even if we know you. This applies to car riders, PreK Walkers, and Walkers.
-Car riders: Please remain in your car so the line can continue to flow. Pull forward to the next colored cone, and a staff member will make sure your child gets into your car safely.
Dismissal Times
Walkers – 3:00 p.m.
Car Riders – 3:10 p.m.
Bus Riders – 3:20 p.m.
Thank you for helping us make the first day safe, smooth, and exciting for our students! We can't wait to see everyone!
We’re almost ready to kick off a brand-new school year! 🏫✨
Be sure to check out your school schedule before Monday so you’re ready to go! 📅
⚠️ REMINDER: There will be NO Smart Start on Monday this year. Students will report according to their regular school schedule.
We can’t wait to see everyone back! ❤️
Welcome back, Cyclones! 🌪️
#WeAreRussellville
Be sure to check out your school schedule before Monday so you’re ready to go! 📅
⚠️ REMINDER: There will be NO Smart Start on Monday this year. Students will report according to their regular school schedule.
We can’t wait to see everyone back! ❤️
Welcome back, Cyclones! 🌪️
#WeAreRussellville
🎒❤️ Dwight Families — You’re Invited! ❤️🎒
We are excited to share a wonderful Back-to-School Bash & Backpack Buffet happening this Friday, August 14th, at Wesley United Methodist Church on Cumberland!
📚 What’s a Backpack Buffet?
Students will receive a FREE backpack and then get to “shop” through a buffet-style setup to fill their backpacks with school supplies! Volunteers from our community will be there to help students, encourage them, and make this a fun and meaningful experience. 💕
🍽️ Dinner will also be provided!
This event is open to all families in our community, and we would love to see our Dwight families there! Come enjoy an evening of fun, fellowship, encouragement, and community connection as we get ready for a new school year. 🖤❤️
📍 Wesley United Methodist Church – Cumberland Campus
🎒 Back-to-School Bash & Backpack Buffet
📅 Friday, August 14th
Please share this invitation with other Dwight families who may benefit from this wonderful event!
We are so thankful for community partners who are working to create a safe, welcoming space where families can connect, find resources, and feel supported. ❤️🖤
Come fill a backpack, enjoy a meal, and start the school year surrounded by people who care about our kids! 🎒✨
We are excited to share a wonderful Back-to-School Bash & Backpack Buffet happening this Friday, August 14th, at Wesley United Methodist Church on Cumberland!
📚 What’s a Backpack Buffet?
Students will receive a FREE backpack and then get to “shop” through a buffet-style setup to fill their backpacks with school supplies! Volunteers from our community will be there to help students, encourage them, and make this a fun and meaningful experience. 💕
🍽️ Dinner will also be provided!
This event is open to all families in our community, and we would love to see our Dwight families there! Come enjoy an evening of fun, fellowship, encouragement, and community connection as we get ready for a new school year. 🖤❤️
📍 Wesley United Methodist Church – Cumberland Campus
🎒 Back-to-School Bash & Backpack Buffet
📅 Friday, August 14th
Please share this invitation with other Dwight families who may benefit from this wonderful event!
We are so thankful for community partners who are working to create a safe, welcoming space where families can connect, find resources, and feel supported. ❤️🖤
Come fill a backpack, enjoy a meal, and start the school year surrounded by people who care about our kids! 🎒✨
There’s nothing better than seeing our Dwight Lil' Cyclone Families together! ❤️🌪️
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Popsicles on the Playground! It was the perfect evening to cool off with a popsicle, let the kids run and play, and spend time visiting with friends, families, teachers, and staff.
Sometimes the simplest events create the sweetest memories, and we loved seeing so many smiling faces as we kicked off another great school year together.
Thank you for making our Dwight community so special. We can't wait to see everyone again soon! ❤️🖤
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Popsicles on the Playground! It was the perfect evening to cool off with a popsicle, let the kids run and play, and spend time visiting with friends, families, teachers, and staff.
Sometimes the simplest events create the sweetest memories, and we loved seeing so many smiling faces as we kicked off another great school year together.
Thank you for making our Dwight community so special. We can't wait to see everyone again soon! ❤️🖤
🍎📚 Meet the Teacher Night is Almost Here! 🌪️❤️🖤
We can't wait to welcome all of our Dwight Elementary Lil' Cyclone Families for an exciting evening of meeting teachers, visiting classrooms, and getting ready for an amazing school year!
📅 Thursday, August 13
🕠 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Dwight Elementary School
We are so excited to see all of our returning and new Lil' Cyclones. Let's make the 2026–2027 school year the best one yet!
❤️🖤 See you Thursday! 🌪️
#DwightElementary #LilCyclones #MeetTheTeacher #BackToSchool
We can't wait to welcome all of our Dwight Elementary Lil' Cyclone Families for an exciting evening of meeting teachers, visiting classrooms, and getting ready for an amazing school year!
📅 Thursday, August 13
🕠 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Dwight Elementary School
We are so excited to see all of our returning and new Lil' Cyclones. Let's make the 2026–2027 school year the best one yet!
❤️🖤 See you Thursday! 🌪️
#DwightElementary #LilCyclones #MeetTheTeacher #BackToSchool
The countdown to a new school year is on! Check out our upcoming Back-to-School events, including a brand-new tradition... Popsicles on the Playground! We can't wait to reconnect with our Little Cyclones and their families!
Please help us welcome Sabina Bahena Mendez to the Dwight Elementary family!
We are excited to have her join our team as a paraprofessional! We know she will be a wonderful addition to our school community, and we look forward to the positive impact she'll have on our students and staff.
We are excited to have her join our team as a paraprofessional! We know she will be a wonderful addition to our school community, and we look forward to the positive impact she'll have on our students and staff.
🍎 Calling All Kindergarten Lil Cyclones! ❤️🖤
It's time to sign up for Kindergarten Screening at Dwight Elementary! Kindergarten screening at Dwight will be on Tuesday, August 4th from 8:00-2:00.
If your child will be starting kindergarten at Dwight this school year, we invite you to reserve a 15-minute screening appointment. Kindergarten screening helps us get to know your child and prepares us for a great start to the school year.
✅ Students must be registered to attend Dwight Elementary before participating in screening.
We can't wait to meet our newest Lil Cyclones and begin this exciting journey together! ❤️🖤
📅 Sign up for your preferred screening time using the link below: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040C4CAFAC2EA4FD0-64886612-dwight
It's time to sign up for Kindergarten Screening at Dwight Elementary! Kindergarten screening at Dwight will be on Tuesday, August 4th from 8:00-2:00.
If your child will be starting kindergarten at Dwight this school year, we invite you to reserve a 15-minute screening appointment. Kindergarten screening helps us get to know your child and prepares us for a great start to the school year.
✅ Students must be registered to attend Dwight Elementary before participating in screening.
We can't wait to meet our newest Lil Cyclones and begin this exciting journey together! ❤️🖤
📅 Sign up for your preferred screening time using the link below: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040C4CAFAC2EA4FD0-64886612-dwight
We're excited to announce that Ms. Chloe Yarbrough will be teaching 2nd Grade this year!
After teaching Kindergarten last year, she's making the move to 2nd grade, and we're excited to see the impact she'll have on another group of Lil Cyclones!
After teaching Kindergarten last year, she's making the move to 2nd grade, and we're excited to see the impact she'll have on another group of Lil Cyclones!
We're excited for Ms. Clemencia O'Bryant as she transitions from Resource Teacher to Kindergarten Teacher this year. We know she's going to do amazing things with our Lil Cyclones!
Please join us in welcoming Mrs. Angela Rose to the Dwight Elementary family!
Mrs. Rose joins us from another school within the Russellville School District, bringing valuable classroom teaching experience, a passion for helping students grow, and a heart for kids. We are excited for the knowledge, care, and dedication she will bring to our students and staff.
Mrs. Rose joins us from another school within the Russellville School District, bringing valuable classroom teaching experience, a passion for helping students grow, and a heart for kids. We are excited for the knowledge, care, and dedication she will bring to our students and staff.
We are excited to have Ms. Haley Wooten joining us for the 26-27 school year as our music teacher!
☀️ RSD Summer Meal Program 🍎🥪
Free meals are available for all children 18 and under this summer! Families are encouraged to come to our drive-through and mobile pickup locations throughout the community.
📝 Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-BTGvFEjo1Hu8pkz0TfIWD3zXUm7Lwy_RK3UG3qJ7-ffOew/viewform
Questions?
📞 479-498-8836
📱 For last-minute pickup day questions or concerns, text 501-743-9248.
Free meals are available for all children 18 and under this summer! Families are encouraged to come to our drive-through and mobile pickup locations throughout the community.
📝 Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-BTGvFEjo1Hu8pkz0TfIWD3zXUm7Lwy_RK3UG3qJ7-ffOew/viewform
Questions?
📞 479-498-8836
📱 For last-minute pickup day questions or concerns, text 501-743-9248.
We are excited to share next year’s calendar so families can begin planning for another amazing year at Dwight Elementary! From the first day of school to holidays, breaks, and important dates, we’re looking forward to a year full of learning, growth, and Cyclone pride.
Be sure to save this post and keep the calendar handy throughout the year!
We can’t wait for August to welcome our students back for another incredible year as Lil’ Cyclones! 🌪️
Be sure to save this post and keep the calendar handy throughout the year!
We can’t wait for August to welcome our students back for another incredible year as Lil’ Cyclones! 🌪️
☀️🎉 What an AMAZING Field Day at Dwight Elementary! 🎉☀️
A huge THANK YOU goes out to our PE Teacher, Coach Alex Snow, for all of the hard work, planning, and organization that went into making Field Day such a success! From recruiting volunteers to making sure every activity ran seamlessly, Coach Snow helped create a fun and memorable day for our students. ❤️🖤
We also want to thank all of our incredible volunteers who gave their time and energy to help throughout the day. We truly could not have done it without you!
The weather was definitely a huge factor in our planning, but thankfully it held off and turned out to be the PERFECT day for outdoor fun! 🌤️
Our students had an absolute blast enjoying everything from fishing games 🎣 to the water slide 💦, bounce houses, obstacle course inflatables, snow cones 🍧, and so much more!
A special thank you also goes to our amazing cafeteria staff for working so hard to prepare lunch for everyone. 🌭👏
Seeing the smiles, laughter, and excitement from our students made the entire day so special. Thank you to everyone who helped make Field Day 2026 one to remember!
#DwightElementary #FieldDayFun #CyclonePride
A huge THANK YOU goes out to our PE Teacher, Coach Alex Snow, for all of the hard work, planning, and organization that went into making Field Day such a success! From recruiting volunteers to making sure every activity ran seamlessly, Coach Snow helped create a fun and memorable day for our students. ❤️🖤
We also want to thank all of our incredible volunteers who gave their time and energy to help throughout the day. We truly could not have done it without you!
The weather was definitely a huge factor in our planning, but thankfully it held off and turned out to be the PERFECT day for outdoor fun! 🌤️
Our students had an absolute blast enjoying everything from fishing games 🎣 to the water slide 💦, bounce houses, obstacle course inflatables, snow cones 🍧, and so much more!
A special thank you also goes to our amazing cafeteria staff for working so hard to prepare lunch for everyone. 🌭👏
Seeing the smiles, laughter, and excitement from our students made the entire day so special. Thank you to everyone who helped make Field Day 2026 one to remember!
#DwightElementary #FieldDayFun #CyclonePride
What an incredible way to celebrate the end of the year! ❤️
Thank you to our dance team, football players, volleyball players, and all of the staff members behind the scenes who helped set up, serve, prepare food, and create such a special atmosphere for our RSD family. Thank you to Roy's Heating and Air , Valley Industrial Engineering, and FirstState Bank
Our 2025-2026 Teachers of the Year:
⭐ Brandi Gray – Center Valley Elementary
⭐ Deborah Starr – RCVA/SLC
⭐ Susan Berry – Oakland Heights Elementary
⭐ JulieAnne Hilton – Russellville Intermediate School
⭐ Amanda George – Sequoyah Elementary
⭐ Melinda Swift – Russellville Middle School
⭐ Camille Blaney – London Elementary
⭐ Steven Quoss – Russellville High School
⭐ Kady Nagel – Dwight Elementary
⭐ Mickey DuVall – Russellville Junior High School & District
⭐ Nancy Madison – Crawford Elementary
Our STORM Award recipients:
🌪Jennifer Anderson – RMS
🌪 Sandra Alfaro – RHS
🌪 Sabina Bahena-Mendez – RIS
🌪Cathryn Bass – Center Valley Elementary
🌪 Micah Bennett – Secondary Learning Center
🌪 Jessica Davis – Crawford Elementary
🌪 Aubrey Howerton – RJHS
🌪 Haley Jackson – Sequoyah Elementary
🌪 Larry Moore – RJHS
🌪 Sandra Thompson – Oakland Heights Elementary
Our Classified Employees of the Year:
🏆 Elizabeth Ratliff – London Elementary
🏆 Amy Hart – Russellville Intermediate School
🏆 Gary Pitts – Center Valley Elementary
🏆 Jeff Mumert – Russellville Middle School
🏆 Renea Aden – Dwight Elementary
🏆 Sarah Lensing – Sequoyah Elementary
🏆 Melissa Coffman – SLC/RCVA
🏆 Pam Rose – Crawford Elementary
🏆 Janie Duvall – Russellville Junior High School
🏆 Mary Johnson – Oakland Heights Elementary
🏆 Kelsey Dollar – Russellville High School
🏆 Anthony Freeman – Maintenance Department
🏆 Christina Herdman – RSD Transportation and District
Our RSD retirees :
❤️ Lisa Bowden
❤️ Anthony Freeman
❤️ David Gaston
❤️ Kelley Honghiran
❤️ Jetta McCool
❤️ Trina McKenzie
❤️ Marc Tucker
❤️ Kimberly Wyborny
❤️ Debbie Hudson
❤️Robert Jenkins
❤️Lisa Mullins
❤️ Jennifer Roberts
Thank you to our dance team, football players, volleyball players, and all of the staff members behind the scenes who helped set up, serve, prepare food, and create such a special atmosphere for our RSD family. Thank you to Roy's Heating and Air , Valley Industrial Engineering, and FirstState Bank
Our 2025-2026 Teachers of the Year:
⭐ Brandi Gray – Center Valley Elementary
⭐ Deborah Starr – RCVA/SLC
⭐ Susan Berry – Oakland Heights Elementary
⭐ JulieAnne Hilton – Russellville Intermediate School
⭐ Amanda George – Sequoyah Elementary
⭐ Melinda Swift – Russellville Middle School
⭐ Camille Blaney – London Elementary
⭐ Steven Quoss – Russellville High School
⭐ Kady Nagel – Dwight Elementary
⭐ Mickey DuVall – Russellville Junior High School & District
⭐ Nancy Madison – Crawford Elementary
Our STORM Award recipients:
🌪Jennifer Anderson – RMS
🌪 Sandra Alfaro – RHS
🌪 Sabina Bahena-Mendez – RIS
🌪Cathryn Bass – Center Valley Elementary
🌪 Micah Bennett – Secondary Learning Center
🌪 Jessica Davis – Crawford Elementary
🌪 Aubrey Howerton – RJHS
🌪 Haley Jackson – Sequoyah Elementary
🌪 Larry Moore – RJHS
🌪 Sandra Thompson – Oakland Heights Elementary
Our Classified Employees of the Year:
🏆 Elizabeth Ratliff – London Elementary
🏆 Amy Hart – Russellville Intermediate School
🏆 Gary Pitts – Center Valley Elementary
🏆 Jeff Mumert – Russellville Middle School
🏆 Renea Aden – Dwight Elementary
🏆 Sarah Lensing – Sequoyah Elementary
🏆 Melissa Coffman – SLC/RCVA
🏆 Pam Rose – Crawford Elementary
🏆 Janie Duvall – Russellville Junior High School
🏆 Mary Johnson – Oakland Heights Elementary
🏆 Kelsey Dollar – Russellville High School
🏆 Anthony Freeman – Maintenance Department
🏆 Christina Herdman – RSD Transportation and District
Our RSD retirees :
❤️ Lisa Bowden
❤️ Anthony Freeman
❤️ David Gaston
❤️ Kelley Honghiran
❤️ Jetta McCool
❤️ Trina McKenzie
❤️ Marc Tucker
❤️ Kimberly Wyborny
❤️ Debbie Hudson
❤️Robert Jenkins
❤️Lisa Mullins
❤️ Jennifer Roberts
🎉☀️ It’s the LAST DAY of School! ☀️🎉
What an incredible year it has been at Dwight Elementary! From learning new things and making new friends to celebrating achievements and creating unforgettable memories, this year has been full of growth, laughter, and Cyclone pride. ❤️🖤
To our students — we are so proud of all your hard work this year!
To our teachers and staff — thank you for pouring your hearts into our school each and every day.
And to our families — thank you for your continued support throughout the year.
We hope everyone has a safe, fun, and relaxing summer break! 🌴😎
#LastDayOfSchool #DwightElementary #CyclonePride
What an incredible year it has been at Dwight Elementary! From learning new things and making new friends to celebrating achievements and creating unforgettable memories, this year has been full of growth, laughter, and Cyclone pride. ❤️🖤
To our students — we are so proud of all your hard work this year!
To our teachers and staff — thank you for pouring your hearts into our school each and every day.
And to our families — thank you for your continued support throughout the year.
We hope everyone has a safe, fun, and relaxing summer break! 🌴😎
#LastDayOfSchool #DwightElementary #CyclonePride
🌟🎉 May Students of the Month 🎉🌟
This month, we were proud to recognize Oaklee Richard (2nd Grade) and Kyohei Kuroki (4th Grade) as our May Students of the Month! 🏆
Both of these outstanding students truly represent what it means to be a Lil’ Cyclone. They are determined to succeed, always willing to help others, and show dedication in everything they do. Their hard work, positive attitudes, and commitment to doing their best make them wonderful role models for their classmates.
Congratulations, Oaklee and Kyohei! We are so proud of you and all that you have accomplished this year. Keep up the amazing work! ❤️🖤🌪️
This month, we were proud to recognize Oaklee Richard (2nd Grade) and Kyohei Kuroki (4th Grade) as our May Students of the Month! 🏆
Both of these outstanding students truly represent what it means to be a Lil’ Cyclone. They are determined to succeed, always willing to help others, and show dedication in everything they do. Their hard work, positive attitudes, and commitment to doing their best make them wonderful role models for their classmates.
Congratulations, Oaklee and Kyohei! We are so proud of you and all that you have accomplished this year. Keep up the amazing work! ❤️🖤🌪️
🎉🎂 Calling all May & June Birthdays! 🎂🎉
We are excited to celebrate our students with May and June birthdays during our upcoming Birthday Lunch Celebration on Friday, May 15th! ❤️🖤
We can’t wait to recognize these special students and celebrate with lots of smiles, fun, and birthday cheer! 🥳
Happy Birthday to all of our amazing May and June Cyclones! 🌪️
We are excited to celebrate our students with May and June birthdays during our upcoming Birthday Lunch Celebration on Friday, May 15th! ❤️🖤
We can’t wait to recognize these special students and celebrate with lots of smiles, fun, and birthday cheer! 🥳
Happy Birthday to all of our amazing May and June Cyclones! 🌪️
We will have a PTO Meeting on May 13th at 3:20 in the library. This meeting will be to plan how to spend funds for the 26-27 school year. We will honor your time and this meeting will end at or before 4p.m. If you cannot attend in person, I will send a zoom link so that you can listen in if you would like. All we are looking for is input. No one will be asked to serve on a committee or be pressured to volunteer. Come join us and help us plan ways to support another great school year at Dwight Elementary!
