Quest Elementary School offers a dynamic, hands-on, project-based learning environment for 200 students in grades 3-5 in the Ripon Area School District. Quest students are learners who thrive in collaborative, interdisciplinary learning environments and are afforded an opportunity to delve into the exciting world of interactive, inquiry-based project learning. Their learning is enhanced through designing projects that explore personal, real-life issues which students collaboratively share with peers and teacher/facilitators. Community showcase events provide a forum for project presentations. Autonomous charter school governance attends to the daily operations of Quest Elementary School. Parents and community members, along with educators, utilize democratic decision-making to guide the Quest Governance Council as it leads the school in its mission to benefit students, parents and the community.
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COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITY: George Couros, Speaker and Author of the Innovator’s Mindset, is coming to speak to our district professional staff on February 10, 2017, from 9:30 – 10:30 AM in the RHS Auditorium. While George will be speaking as part of a District Inservice program, his message is applicable to anyone who is interested in the area of innovative leadership. He is the author of the book “The Innovator’s Mindset; Empower Learning, Unleash Talent, and Lead a Culture of Creativity”. Community members, business owners or anyone interested in this subject are invited to take advantage of this opportunity. To purchase a ticket ($23) use this eventbrite link: George Couros ticket sales
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Students and families celebrated at the MPES/Quest Color Extravaganza on Saturday, September 17th. This special event, which is part of the Septemberfest activities is a fundraiser to support activities and programs at the school. Thanks to all who participated in the Extravaganza!#riponwiproud
2016 Homecoming Parade
A huge crowd lined the streets for the annual Homecoming Parade which featured the bands from both RHS/Lumen and RMS/Catalyst, numerous floats and honored guests, and members of athletic teams riding firetrucks. The Ripon community is unmatched in its support of our students! Tiger Pride Strong! #riponwiproud (more photos on Facebook)
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CHARTER TASKFORCE MEETING REMINDER: The Charter Taskforce will hold a meeting this Wednesday, September 21, 2016, from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm in the RHS Community Room. Thank you.
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Ripon Middle School physical education teacher Nate Hinze helps put the finishing touches on Team USA's 68-52 victory over Spain in the gold-medal game of the 2016 Rio Paralympics with seven points and three rebounds in the fourth quarter.
Homecoming Breakfast
U.S. Men's Paralympic Wheelchair Basketball
Please join the students and staff from RASD in cheering on Nate Hinze, RMS Physical Education teacher, and Athletic Director as he competes at the 2016 Olympics in Rio! Mr. Hinze is a member of the U.S. Men's Paralympic Wheelchair Basketball team. We are proud to have him represent our country! Good luck Mr. Hinze! Check out the TEAM USA Video featuring Mr. Hinze and his team mates at 1:03 (Schedule can be found here)
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Check out the special message to students at MPES/Quest from their Guidance Counselor Miss Emmy Marvin! All staff at RASD care about our students. Thanks for putting a creative twist on an important message.#riponwiproud (Link to video)
Today was a historical day for Ripon Area School District as the new RMS/RHS Facility was officially opened at a celebration attended by hundreds of students, families and community members.
Each school was individually dedicated at a separate ceremony. The programs featured musical selections from the RHS Band and RHS Cantabile, guest speakers, and raising of the American flag.
The Ripon community has much to be proud of in the beautiful, innovative spaces designed with the sole purpose of preparing students for success in the 21st century.#riponwiproud (More photos on Facebook)
Facilities Grand Opening
RASD All Staff Inservice
All RASD staff gathered for a half-day inservice. Teachers, support staff, office staff, custodial staff, kitchen staff, administrators, and members of the School Board enjoyed a healthy breakfast followed by a time to honor staff with years-of-service awards. We also honored Alliance Laundry Systems with the Friends of Education Award. Staff members were given an activity challenge where they had to work as a team to achieve their goal and wrapped up the morning with an inspirational message from guest speaker Brad Waid. We look forward to serving our students and the Ripon community in the 2016-2017 school year.#riponwiproud (More photos on Facebook)
