Our students and staff are off to a great start! Over 200 pounds of food collected in just two days! Well, on their way to collecting an actual ton for our local food banks!
If you would like to donate, please stop by the high school office. Alternatively, if you would like to donate money, we can
If you would like to donate, please stop by the high school office. Alternatively, if you would like to donate money, we can
Picture Retakes are on Nov 13th, this is for all students who missed our first day, or would like to take another photo.
Thanks for the 9th Grade class for putting this event together!
Public is welcome to attend this student lead event today at 1:30 PM.
Our students are on a mission to raise an actual ton of food over the next two weeks!
They’ve recognized the growing need in our local food pantries and are stepping up to help, this effort is completely student-driven.
If you’d like to support them, food donations can be dropped off at the high school office. Monetary donations are also welcome ,our students will take care of the shopping for you!
Thank you for helping make a difference in our community!
They’ve recognized the growing need in our local food pantries and are stepping up to help, this effort is completely student-driven.
If you’d like to support them, food donations can be dropped off at the high school office. Monetary donations are also welcome ,our students will take care of the shopping for you!
Thank you for helping make a difference in our community!
We appreciate that Central Saving Bank and Superior Insurance Agency are stepping up and partnering with CLMCAA to bring a mobile food pantry to Rudyard Area Schools on November 22nd. Pick up will take place in the bus loop along 2nd Street. Families will not need to exit their cars; volunteers will bring the food directly to you.
A huge thank you to all of our amazing Bulldog Sports Booster sponsors for supporting Rudyard Athletics! Your generosity helps provide our student-athletes with the equipment, uniforms, and opportunities they need to succeed.
The Sports Boosters play a vital role in keeping our programs strong — from running concessions at games to organizing fundraisers that directly support every team. Profits from concessions are reinvested directly in our athletes, helping to cover the costs of uniforms, equipment, and other essential needs.
We’re always looking for more volunteers and sponsors to join the effort! It truly takes a community team to keep our sports (band and other clubs) programs thriving.
If you’re interested in becoming a sponsor or helping with concessions, please contact Brook Kirschner, Heather Suggitt, or Kylee McKee for more information. 906-478-3771
Thank you to everyone who gives their time, energy, and support. Its always a good day to be a Bulldog!
The Sports Boosters play a vital role in keeping our programs strong — from running concessions at games to organizing fundraisers that directly support every team. Profits from concessions are reinvested directly in our athletes, helping to cover the costs of uniforms, equipment, and other essential needs.
We’re always looking for more volunteers and sponsors to join the effort! It truly takes a community team to keep our sports (band and other clubs) programs thriving.
If you’re interested in becoming a sponsor or helping with concessions, please contact Brook Kirschner, Heather Suggitt, or Kylee McKee for more information. 906-478-3771
Thank you to everyone who gives their time, energy, and support. Its always a good day to be a Bulldog!
Rudyard Area Schools is proud to host the MHSAA Volleyball District 101 Playoff Match Ups Tonight!
Tickets can be purchased on Go Fan: Buy your tickets here: https://gofan.co/event/5193522
Tickets can be purchased on Go Fan: Buy your tickets here: https://gofan.co/event/5193522
We’re excited to announce that Rudyard Jr./Sr. High School will host its next Career Day on Thursday, March 12, 2026, and we invite local professionals and organizations to participate.
Career Day provides our students in grades 7–12 with the opportunity to explore various career paths, connect with industry professionals, and gain valuable insights into future possibilities. Our last event in 2024 drew over 150 community participants, and we look forward to building on that success this year. Thank you so much to everyone who came last time!
The day will begin with a keynote presentation for all students, followed by interactive sessions designed to help them learn, ask questions, and discover potential career interests. About 325 students will participate throughout the day. Those interested in presenting, please fill out the Google form or contact Mr. Chad Folkersma cfolkersma1@eupschools.org or (906)-478-3771.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Xen8cVXzp4SK_ek5WnUePmfBv9Lx7qegZv68Qz-aIDQ/edit
Career Day provides our students in grades 7–12 with the opportunity to explore various career paths, connect with industry professionals, and gain valuable insights into future possibilities. Our last event in 2024 drew over 150 community participants, and we look forward to building on that success this year. Thank you so much to everyone who came last time!
The day will begin with a keynote presentation for all students, followed by interactive sessions designed to help them learn, ask questions, and discover potential career interests. About 325 students will participate throughout the day. Those interested in presenting, please fill out the Google form or contact Mr. Chad Folkersma cfolkersma1@eupschools.org or (906)-478-3771.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Xen8cVXzp4SK_ek5WnUePmfBv9Lx7qegZv68Qz-aIDQ/edit
The Rudyard High School Student Council is busy planning the 2025 Vetran's Day Assembly that will be hosted at Rudyard Jr/Sr High School on Nov 11 at 1:30 PM in the Harris Kahl Gymnamisum. The public is welcome to atttend this event.
Thank you to the Rudyard Bible Church for running this event again this year! The fish is always great!
Reminder, there is no school on Friday, October 31, 2025, at Rudyard Area Schools.
High School students in our Sculpture class are finishing up a unit on using recycled materials to create a life-size sculptural shoe or a three-dimensional embellished letter. Using the design process to achieve proper proportions, students can create very realistic forms. The use of recycled items such as cardboard, twine, masking tape, and corrugated paper teaches students that it's possible to achieve artistically pleasing results from repurposing everyday materials.
Shout out to all of them and Mrs. Benson for their cool creative work!
Shout out to all of them and Mrs. Benson for their cool creative work!
Our next alumni spotlight is Dylan Mills '19!
There were so many great memories made during my time at Rudyard High School. The most memorable times were pregame meals with the boys visiting with Grandma and Grandpa Mills. Grateful that they were nice enough to host a bunch of hooligans. Lifelong memories with great people.
One of my favorite classes would be with Mr. K in the woodshop. I learned a lot of valuable lessons and made some pretty nice projects over the years. Mr. K is a great role model and I had the honor to learn from him. A close second would be Ms. Verdonis math courses. I have always loved math and she is a great teacher.
Advice for current students. Play every play like it’s your last. Not only with sports, but with everything you do. Take on each day with a good attitude and end each day with no regrets. Be a sponge, remember to stop and soak up the memories you’re making, be in the moment. Don’t stress the little things, control the things that you can control and anything outside of that you just have to have faith it’ll work out.
Right out of high school, I attended Mid Michigan Community College where I achieved an associates degree in math and science studies. During my time at Mid, I also played baseball with 2 of my best friends, Trent MacDowell and Gavin Smith. Following my 2 years there, I went on to achieve a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics with a minor in computer science. I now work as a COBOL software developer for Auto Owners Insurance, where I have been for just over 2 years. This past summer, I got married to the girl of my dreams, Ainsley Webb. Outside of work - I like to play pickleball, garden, play basketball, watch sports, hunt, fish and spend time with friends and family.
There were so many great memories made during my time at Rudyard High School. The most memorable times were pregame meals with the boys visiting with Grandma and Grandpa Mills. Grateful that they were nice enough to host a bunch of hooligans. Lifelong memories with great people.
One of my favorite classes would be with Mr. K in the woodshop. I learned a lot of valuable lessons and made some pretty nice projects over the years. Mr. K is a great role model and I had the honor to learn from him. A close second would be Ms. Verdonis math courses. I have always loved math and she is a great teacher.
Advice for current students. Play every play like it’s your last. Not only with sports, but with everything you do. Take on each day with a good attitude and end each day with no regrets. Be a sponge, remember to stop and soak up the memories you’re making, be in the moment. Don’t stress the little things, control the things that you can control and anything outside of that you just have to have faith it’ll work out.
Right out of high school, I attended Mid Michigan Community College where I achieved an associates degree in math and science studies. During my time at Mid, I also played baseball with 2 of my best friends, Trent MacDowell and Gavin Smith. Following my 2 years there, I went on to achieve a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics with a minor in computer science. I now work as a COBOL software developer for Auto Owners Insurance, where I have been for just over 2 years. This past summer, I got married to the girl of my dreams, Ainsley Webb. Outside of work - I like to play pickleball, garden, play basketball, watch sports, hunt, fish and spend time with friends and family.
Congratulations to BOTH the Girls and Boys Middle School Cross Country teams for winning the MHSAA St Ignace Regionals today!
Yesterday, a group of our students had the incredible opportunity to attend the 2025 Unified Champions Conference at LSSU!
Rudyard has a long history of promoting inclusion in our building, and Unified Champions is all about bringing students together—celebrating leadership, teamwork, and meaningful connections between students of all abilities.
Our group was a fantastic mix from Links Club, CTE Teacher Cadets, and our Unified Sports Class, showing what collaboration and friendship look like in action.
We’re proud of our students for representing Rudyard and continuing our tradition of unity and inclusion!
Rudyard has a long history of promoting inclusion in our building, and Unified Champions is all about bringing students together—celebrating leadership, teamwork, and meaningful connections between students of all abilities.
Our group was a fantastic mix from Links Club, CTE Teacher Cadets, and our Unified Sports Class, showing what collaboration and friendship look like in action.
We’re proud of our students for representing Rudyard and continuing our tradition of unity and inclusion!
School picture day for all students at Rudyard Area Schools is coming up on Tuesday, October 15. We will be working with Lakeshore Photography.
There is no paper order form this year. After pictures are taken, proofs will be emailed directly to parents, giving you the choice to purchase online or not. Photos will also be mailed directly to your home, reducing the chance of them being lost or damaged on the way home with your student.
There is no paper order form this year. After pictures are taken, proofs will be emailed directly to parents, giving you the choice to purchase online or not. Photos will also be mailed directly to your home, reducing the chance of them being lost or damaged on the way home with your student.
This past week students from our CTE cabinetry program were able to take an industry tour of Maples, sawmill tri county, builders, cabinetry studio, and the Marine Trades Institute in Cedarville.
Reminder: There is NO School on October 13, 2025 (professional development day).
Shout out to our Jr Bulldogs Football team, they finished conference play undefeated and winning the EUP Championship yesterday!
