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More than 100 works of art created by Robbinsdale Area Schools middle and high school students are now on display at the Robbin Gallery for the district Secondary Visual Art Show!

The show is open now through Sunday, April 26. The Robbin Gallery is open Fridays from 1-5 p.m., Saturdays from 1-5 p.m., Sundays from 1-4 p.m. or by appointment.

Start your spring break off with a little reading of Issue No. 6 of The Quill. Our staff has been putting out a monthly issue all school year and it's starting to wind down. This award-winning newspaper is full of new information about for your enjoyment!

Rdale is launching a new phase of community engagement this spring as part of Reimagine Rdale: Vision 2030, including an April 27 Community Conversation. These efforts expand opportunities to learn, share input, and help shape the district’s future.

Having demonstrated their proficiency in reading, writing, listening and speaking in another language besides English, 108 graduating Robbinsdale Area Schools seniors will receive Minnesota Bilingual Seals.

Four student-athletes — two from Armstrong High School and two from Cooper High School — have been recognized by their coaches and teachers for their hard work.

Relief, followed quickly by gratitude and excitement, were Cooper High School junior Kyiaa Cooper’s reactions to qualifying for the 2026 National Speech & Debate Tournament, which will be held June 13-19 in Richmond, Virginia.

At its March 16, 2026, meeting, the Robbinsdale Area Schools Board of Education continued discussion on long-range facilities planning as part of Phase II of Reimagine Rdale: Vision 2030.

We are writing to share an update about the temporary online learning option that was offered beginning in January. This option will end on Friday, March 27, which is the last day of school before Spring Break.

At its March 2 meeting, the Robbinsdale Area Schools Board of Education approved a calendar adjustment for the 2025-26 school year affecting K-8 students.

As part of a culture of academic integrity, we would like to remind families and students of the importance of test security.

At its March 2, 2026, meeting, the Robbinsdale Area Schools Board of Education provided early direction on Phase II of the Reimagine Rdale: Vision 2030 process, signaling support for continued planning toward a one-high-school model centered on renovating and repurposing existing district facilities.

Last year, Robbinsdale Area Schools asked our community a simple but important question: What should education and our schools look like in the years ahead? 

Through Reimagine Rdale: Vision 2030, we listened carefully to students, families and staff about what matters most as we build the school district our students want, need and deserve. Those conversations were honest, thoughtful and sometimes difficult, but they were exactly what our district needed to begin shaping a stronger future together.

The fifth issue of the school year was published on February 25. Learn what's new at Cooper High School. Our award winning newspaper The Quill is full of new information about Music Cafe, blood drives and more! 

Robbinsdale Area Schools is asking families to share honest, anonymous feedback about your school so we can celebrate what’s working—and improve what isn’t.

Across Rdale, teams are actively preparing for the 2026-27 school year. Our focus is simple and steady: ensuring that every student enters next year supported, welcomed, and ready to learn.

REGISTRATION FOR ALL SPRING SPORTS IS NOW OPEN!!

Practices will begin in March for all sports! It's important to pay attention to practice start dates and make sure all registration is completed before your season starts. A current physical also must be on file in the Cooper Activities office! 

Robbinsdale Cooper Theater presents You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown. Come join Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the rest of the Peanuts gang for a fun-filled adventure. Learn how to buy your tickets here.

Centered on the powerful theme “Unity Over Division,” Robbinsdale Area Schools (Rdale) will come together to celebrate Black excellence, honor cultural legacy, and uplift student voices during its annual Black History Month Celebration on Friday, Feb. 20.

As the winter season unwinds at Armstrong High School (AHS) and Cooper High School (CHS), we’re celebrating the dedication, resilience and accomplishments of our student-athletes and activity participants.

Robbinsdale Area Schools has had 12 students selected for the American Choral Directors Association of Minnesota (ACDA-MN) honor choirs.