Amelia’s coffee painting earned her a $250 prize, along with an additional $250 for Rudyard’s art program. The competition invited student artists from across the Eastern Upper Peninsula to create original artwork capturing the spirit of our region.
Thank you to Superior Insurance Agency for supporting student artists and school art programs. We’re proud of Amelia for sharing her talent and representing Rudyard!
Today, our school and community came together to honor and thank our veterans. Seeing our students raise their flags and share their voices was a wonderful reminder of the gratitude that connects generations.
Thank you to the veterans who joined us today and to all who have served our country. We are grateful for your service, your sacrifices, and the example you set for our students.
Thank you also to our high school student council for organizing, student performers, and staff who helped make today’s assembly a meaningful celebration of our veterans.
From all of us at Rudyard Area Schools, thank you for your service. Happy Veterans Day!
REGULAR MEETING
RUDYARD AREA SCHOOLS
BOARD OF EDUCATION
November 17, 2026, 6:30 p.m.
I. WELCOME & CALL TO ORDER
A. Salute to Flag
B. Roll call
C. Motion to Accept the Agenda
II. STUDENT/STAFF RECOGNITION
III. PUBLIC COMMENT
IV. REPORTS/CORRESPONDENCE
V. PRESENTATION
A. Audit 2026
VI. ACTION ITEMS
A. Consent Agenda
1. Regular Meeting Minutes – October 27, 2026
2. Special Meeting Minutes – November 9, 2026
3. September 2026 Payroll – $489,017.99
4. September 2026 Accounts Payable - $823,975.85
B. Business
1. Budget Amendment
2. Hire: Secondary Math Teacher
3. Log Building Bid
VII. PUBLIC COMMENT
VIII. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS
IX. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT
X. ADJOURN
This is a public meeting of the Board of Education to conduct the School District’s business and is not to be considered a public community meeting. As indicated on the agenda, there is a time for public participation during the meeting. Any person with a disability who needs assistance should contact the Administrative Office at 906-478-3771 at least three days before the meeting.
For the second straight year, Rudyard Jr/Sr High School’s House Communities are collecting nonperishable food for the New Hope Food Pantry. Last year, our first food drive as a House Challenge brought in nearly 2,150 pounds of food, exceeding our one-ton goal!
This year, we’re aiming for 2,500 pounds over the next four weeks!
Our Six Houses bring students in grades 7–12 together across grade levels to build relationships, develop leadership, and practice our Portrait of a Graduate traits: Communication, Integrity, Community, Work Ethic, Critical Thinking, and Grit. This challenge adds some friendly competition while bringing everyone together for a shared purpose: helping our neighbors.
Students will track donations and update each House’s totals throughout the drive. Community members are welcome to contribute, too! You can assign your donation to the House of your choice. If you have a student connection to the school, let us know so we can credit their House.
The New Hope Food Pantry provides valuable support to local families, including families within our school community. Some neighbors need a helping hand right now; others who have received support in the past may now be in a position to give back. Every donation helps keep that circle of support going.
We want our students to experience the difference they can make for others—and carry that commitment to community with them long after graduation.
🧡🖤 Six Houses. One community. Let’s reach 2,500 pounds together!
NMU can be a great fit for many of our students, offering traditional four-year degrees alongside one- and two-year options in the skilled trades, including certificates and associate degrees. There are many paths to a successful future!
Thank you, NMU, for welcoming our Bulldogs!
We had a wonderful time cheering on the Lakers, enjoying some great volleyball, and making memories together. What a fun experience for our students and athletes!
REGULAR MEETING
RUDYARD AREA SCHOOLS
BOARD OF EDUCATION
October 27, 2026, 6:30 p.m.
I. WELCOME & CALL TO ORDER
A. Salute to Flag
B. Roll call
C. Motion to Accept the Agenda
II. STUDENT/STAFF RECOGNITION
III. PUBLIC COMMENT
IV. REPORTS/CORRESPONDENCE
V. ACTION ITEMS
A. Consent Agenda
1. Regular Meeting Minutes – September 29, 2026
2. September 2026 Payroll – $ 430,625.18
3. September 2026 Accounts Payable - $ 1,045,522.61
B. Business
1. Hire: Community Health Worker
2. Hire: JV Girls Basketball Coach
3. Hire: Secondary Math Teacher
4. Hire: Full-Time Custodian
5. Log Building
VI. PUBLIC COMMENT
VII. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS
VIII. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT
IX. ADJOURN
This is a public meeting of the Board of Education to conduct the School District’s business and is not to be considered a public community meeting. As indicated on the agenda, there is a time for public participation during the meeting. Any person with a disability who needs assistance should contact the Administrative Office at 906-478-3771 at least three days before the meeting.
The public to come and donate. This is a partnership between CTE Allied Health and the Upper Peninsula Regional Blood Center.
After learning about potential and kinetic energy, students put their knowledge to the test by designing and building their very own moving cars using recycled materials, rubber bands, and balloons. Students experimented with their designs, made adjustments, and then raced their cars to see which could travel the greatest distance!
The best part? Every student engineered a car that demonstrated kinetic energy in action! From creative designs to problem-solving and perseverance, our students are showing that science is so much more than what we learn in a textbook.
And we’re not slowing down anytime soon! Coming up next: hot air balloons! Our young scientists will continue exploring energy and heat transfer as they take on their next exciting engineering challenge.
We are learning, creating, experimenting, and making memories along the way!
We are excited for a week full of events and fun!
Daily Schedule & Spirit Days
Monday (10/12)
Spirit Theme: No School (PD Day) – Float Building
Event: XC Home EUP Conference Meet at 4:00 PM
Tuesday (10/13)
Spirit Theme: Dress to Impress
Event: JV/Varsity Volleyball vs. St. Ignace at 6:00 PM
Wednesday (10/14)
Spirit Theme: Dynamic Duos Day
Thursday (10/15)
Spirit Theme: Tacky Tourist Day
Events:
JV/Varsity Volleyball vs. Newberry at 6:00 PM
Parent University at 6:30 PM
Friday (10/16)
Spirit Theme: Orange and Black Day
Events:
JV Football at 4:30 PM
Parade at 5:30 PM
Varsity Football at 7:00 PM
Saturday (10/17)
Events:
XC Autumn Classic at 9:00 AM
High School Dance from 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
The creativity, collaboration, and conversations happening throughout this project have been incredible! There’s nothing better than seeing students learning, experimenting, and making meaningful connections through hands-on science!
Good Luck to our Cross Country Teams as they head out to Manistique for the Emerald Classic Today, September 9th!
Game Day! Our JV/Varisty Teams will take on the Eagles of Engadine tonight (9/8) at 5:45 in the Harris Kahl Gym here at Rudyard! Good Luck! And just a reminder, Rudyard Students get in for free, so let's pack the stands!
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Week 2 for Football Today (8/30)! Good Luck Bulldogs! And just a reminder that there is NO TICKET Cost for Rudyard Students!
Good luck to our Bulldog Varsity Cross Country teams as they head to Houghton for their second meet of the season at the Michigan Tech Trails (September 3rd)!
This meet gives our runners an important opportunity to preview the course where the Finals will be held later this fall.
Our girls are working toward defending their Division 2 championship, while our boys are determined to take the next step after three consecutive State Runner-Up finishes.