Here is the Friday Scoop for this week.

Did you know your student may be eligible for School-Linked Therapy? This service connects students with mental health support during the school day, helping meet social, emotional, and behavioral needs in a familiar environment.

How to learn more or get started:
Visit foe.rdale.org → Families → School-Linked Therapy 

For questions or support, please click here. 

Robbinsdale Area Schools (Rdale) wants to make sure families stay connected and informed throughout their student's educational journey by using the Infinite Campus Parent Portal.

As federal ICE and Border Patrol activity continues to impact communities across our region, we are sharing an important update. The safety and support of our students, staff, and families remain our top priority.

At its study session on Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, the Robbinsdale Area Schools Board of Education continued its work to address the district’s required Statutory Operating Debt (SOD) plan. This included review of proposed boundary adjustments; a draft SOD plan that will need to be finalized, approved by the Board and submitted to the Minnesota Department of Education; and additional updates focused on middle school course offerings and high school programming transitions.

We are aware of false rumors circulating on social media about ICE or federal agents at Rdale schools. These claims are not true, and we are sharing clear information to reaffirm our commitment to safety, dignity, and belonging for all students and families.

We love recognizing students who make coming to school a priority!

To earn the January Outstanding Attendance brag tag, students must be at school at least 90% of the time. January has 18 school days, which means students need to be present for at least 16 days and can miss no more than 2 days.

Every day at school matters. Thank you for supporting strong attendance! 

In light of recent events, Robbinsdale Area Schools is reaffirming our commitment to safety, dignity, and belonging and highlighting resources available to support students, staff, and families.

The School Board approved changes to FAIR Crystal’s middle school program beginning in 2026-27, while maintaining the FAIR Pilgrim Lane elementary magnet program, as part of ongoing Vision 2030 and SOD planning.

At its Jan. 5, 2026 organizational meeting, the Robbinsdale Area Schools Board of Education welcomed a new board member and elected officers for the 2026 calendar year.

The School Board will hold its regular Business Meeting on Monday, Jan. 5, 2026. The district is sharing key details to help community members plan their participation.

We are writing to share an important update for families who live in Minneapolis and open-enroll into Robbinsdale Area Schools and currently receive district-provided bus transportation.

The School Board has approved the first set of facility closures as part of the district’s Statutory Operating Debt plan. Transition planning will now begin, with additional Board decisions ahead.

The Robbinsdale Area Schools Board of Education held a study session on Monday, Dec. 8, as part of its ongoing work to address the district’s plan to address its statutory operating debt (SOD) and move forward with Phase I of Reimagine Rdale: Vision 2030. Board members reviewed the facility recommendations previously discussed, received additional information requested at the Nov. 24 meeting, and previewed procedures for the Dec. 15 public hearing on school closures. 

The Robbinsdale Area Schools Board of Education has selected DJ (Richard) Brynteson to serve on the Board through December 2026.