Russell Independent Schools

RHS Girls Basketball vs. Greenup Co. has been cancelled.

Weather Advisory – RIS Update:
Due to inclement weather, Russell Independent Schools will operate on NTI days Wednesday, January 28 through Friday, January 30, 2026.
Students should complete assigned NTI work.
Stay safe and warm, Red Devil Nation!

Reminder: Monday, January 19, 2026 – Russell Independent Schools will not be in session in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Russell Independent Schools NTI Day ❄️

Due to icy conditions and low temperatures, Monday, December 15, 2025, will be a Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) Day for Russell Independent Schools.

Students should follow NTI instructions provided by their teachers. Please contact your student’s teacher through Remind or your child’s school building if you have any questions. Stay safe and warm! 🧤❄️

Russell Independent Schools Thanksgiving Break 🦃🍁
RISD will be closed November 26–28 for Thanksgiving break.
Students will return on Monday, December 1, 2025.

Another week of Red Devil action! 🤘♥️

Kick off your week with a little Red Devil Nation motivation!🔥

Reminder: Russell Independent Schools will be closed for Fall Break on October 2nd & 3rd. Enjoy a long weekend! 🍁

This week in RDN!

Your Weekly Sports Update, RDN!

Please read the following message from the superintendent.

Here's your weekly sports update, RDN!

Reminder Red Devils: School will be closed on Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day.

Dear Parents and Guardians, We are updating you on new medication administration policies at RISD, in line with guidance from the Kentucky Department of Education and the Kentucky Board of Nursing:

Come Meet the Devils 🔥
Join us for a night of school spirit, community pride, and Red Devil energy! 🎉
📍 Henry R. Evans Stadium
🗓️ August 18th | ⏰ 6:00PM
🎈 Meet the teams, enjoy the fun, and kick off the season the Red Devil way!

Get ready for another exciting year in Red Devil Nation! Back-to-school season is here 🤘♥️
✨ Don’t miss all the upcoming Back to School events happening district-wide!
📝 School supply lists are now available on the district website!

A message from the Superintendent

🎓 Red Devil Alumni Spotlight! Congratulations to Landon Lauder, RHS Class of 2013, on graduating with a Ph.D. from Boston University! He will remain in Boston to begin his teaching career. We’re proud to see our Red Devils achieving great things!

Russell Independent is proud to share that Advance Methodist Church is offering a FREE summer food program! 📍 Location: Advance Methodist Church 📅 Monday–Friday 🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Wishing all students and families of Russell Independent a safe, restful, and enjoyable summer break. Thank you for a wonderful year, Red Devil Nation! We look forward to seeing you August 13th!