C.W. Ruckel Middle School

🎨🏃‍♀️ Ruckel Middle School Color Run 2026 – Volunteers Needed! 🏃‍♂️🎨 We’re gearing up for one of the most FUN events of the year, and we need YOUR help to make it unforgettable! 🙌 From tossing color powder to cheering on our runners, volunteers are what make the magic happen. Whether you have a little time or a lot, there’s a spot for you! Ready to jump in? Sign up here or scan the QR code: 👉 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0448AEAA2EA6F4C07-62703153-color#/ Let’s make this Color Run the BEST one yet! 💙💛💚

Last Day of School May 28, 2026. Please see the early dismissal times on the last day of school.

Ruckel appreciates all of our book fair volunteers.

Join us tonight for Chick Fil A Spirit Night.

We are excited to remind you about our upcoming Ruckel Middle School Color Run on Thursday, April 30—and it’s not too late to sign up!

This fun, family-friendly event will take place in the Ruckel parking lot, with the Fun Run beginning at 6:00 p.m. We look forward to an evening full of energy, color, and community spirit.

Event Highlights:

DJ and music
Inflatables
Food trucks and sweet treats
Photo opportunities with the CW Ram

Registration Information:

$25 for OCSD students
$35 for adults and community members
$100 family pack (includes 4 entries and t-shirts)
Student scholarships are available

Packet Pick-Up:

April 29 from 2:30–4:00 p.m.
April 30 at 5:00 p.m.

While the deadline to guarantee a specific t-shirt size has passed, registration is still open, and we encourage all families to join us for this exciting event.

Additional Information: https://okaloosaschools.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/5935/452/False/True

🎉🌈 Ruckel Color Run – Don’t Miss Out! 🌈🎉

Rams, the countdown is ON! ⏳

📅 Race Day: April 30
👕 LAST DAY to Guarantee Your Shirt is TOMORROW (April 16)!

You do not want to miss this! Get ready for:
🎧 Live DJ
🎈 Inflatables
🌮 Food trucks
📸 Photos with CW Ram
🎨 And LOTS of color!

Grab your spot now and be part of one of the most fun events of the year!

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Honors Awards will be on May 27. If you are curious how the GPAs are calculated, see below:

Only the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd quarter grades for this school year are used.

How to Calculate a Grade Point Average (GPA)
Convert each final grade in a class quarter to a numeric value:
A = 4, B = 3, C = 2, D = 1, F = 0
Add the values and divide by the number of classes.
Example:
Language Arts (B) = 3
Civics (A) = 4
Math 7 (C) = 2
Science (B) = 3
PE (A) = 4
Chorus (A) = 4
Total: 3 + 4 + 2 + 3 + 4 + 4 = 20
20 ÷ 6 = 3.333 GPA
Weighted GPA for High School Level Courses
For high school level courses, a weighted value is used:
A = 4.5, B = 3.5, C = 2.5, D = 1.5, F = 0
Example:
Language Arts (B) = 3
Civics (A) = 4
Algebra 1 Honors (C) = 2.5
Science (B) = 3
PE (A) = 4
Chorus (A) = 4
Total: 3 + 4 + 2.5 + 3 + 4 + 4 = 20.5
20.5 ÷ 6 = 3.4167 GPA
Recognition Levels
Highest Honors - 4.0 & Above
High Honors - 3.88 - 3.99
Honors - 3.66 - 3.87

🎉🌈 Ruckel Color Run is Almost Here! 🌈🎉

Get ready, Rams—it’s time to run, laugh, and get COVERED in color! 🏃‍♂️🎨

📅 Race Day: April 30
👕 Last Day to Guarantee a Shirt: April 16

This is more than just a run—it’s a full celebration!
🎧 DJ bringing the energy
🎈 Inflatables for fun
🌮 Food trucks with great eats
📸 Photo ops with CW Ram

Bring your friends, bring your energy, and get ready to make some colorful memories! Don’t wait—register by April 16 to lock in your shirt!

C.A.R.E. Crew wanted to spread some cheer before testing season. Candygrams are on sale now through April 21st. Students can buy from C.A.R.E. Crew members in the mornings in the cafeteria and hallways! $1 per candygram.

Do you want a guaranteed shirt at the Color Run? You must register by April 16.
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This is a school wide event to have fun, build a positive school atmosphere, and raise funds for continued campus beautification. There will be inflatables, a DJ, food trucks, and pictures with CW Ram!

Congratulations to Ms. Kerrigan on being named Ruckel Middle School’s Educational Support Staff Member of the Month! Ms. Kerrigan consistently goes above and beyond in her role as our staffing specialist, ensuring that every detail is in place to best support our students especially our ESE population. Her dedication, organization, and willingness to step in wherever needed make a tremendous impact on both students and staff. She works tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure services are aligned and students receive the support they need to be successful. We are grateful for her commitment, compassion, and the positive difference she makes every day at Ruckel. Congratulations, Ms. Kerrigan!

Congratulations to Ms. Brenneise on being named Ruckel Middle School’s Teacher of the Month! Ms. Brenneise is an exceptional ELA teacher who consistently gives her all to her students and our school community. Her dedication to high-quality instruction, passion for literacy, and commitment to student success are evident in everything she does. She creates an engaging classroom environment where students feel supported, challenged, and inspired to grow as readers and writers. We are proud to recognize her hard work, positive impact, and unwavering commitment to excellence. Ruckel is fortunate to have you, Ms. Brenneise!

Would you like to help with the book fair this week? Sign up here

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In honor of April as the Month of the Military Child, Ruckel Middle School is proud to celebrate our military-connected students with a special Purple Up Spirit Week, April 13–17. Each day will highlight a fun and meaningful way to show support, culminating in Purple Up Day on Wednesday, April 15, where we encourage everyone to wear purple in recognition of all military branches. We are grateful for the strength, resilience, and sacrifices of our military families and look forward to celebrating and honoring them throughout the week.

Congratulations to 8th Grader Emilie J for being awarded this year’s National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) Outstanding Achievement Award (OAA)! She has received a $500 scholarship from the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) and NJHS to go towards future education pursuits.

Last week, we had the honor of celebrating our military families during our Treats for Troops event. As April is the Month of the Military Child, this celebration was especially meaningful as we recognize and honor the strength, resilience, and sacrifices of our military-connected students. We truly value the opportunity to connect with and support our military families—it was wonderful to see so many of you and celebrate together. Thank you for all that you do!

It's Assistant Principal Week, and we are proud to celebrate Ms. Waskow and Mr. Sotelo.

Registration is OPEN! It’s time to register, NOW! You have 10 days to pick your T-shirt size 👏🏾 Join us for the 3rd Annual Ruckel Middle School Color Run & 5K Fun Run 🎨 📅 Thursday, April 30 📍 Ruckel Parking Lot ⏰ Fun Run begins exactly at 6:00 p.m. Bring your friends and family for an evening full of excitement as we celebrate our RAMS community 🐏 🍔 Food Trucks 🍭 Sweet Treats 🎧 DJ & Music 🎈 Inflatables 📸 Mascot Pictures 💲 Registration: • $25 – OCSD Students • $35 – Adults & Community Members • $100 – Family Pack (includes 4 tickets & shirts) 📦 Packet Pick-Up: • April 29 from 2:30–4:00 p.m. • April 30 starting at 5:00 p.m., race begins at 6:00 pm 👕 Register by April 16 to guarantee your preferred t-shirt size! All proceeds support campus beautification projects, so come run, celebrate, and help make a difference for our school community. 📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register!

In honor of April as the Month of the Military Child, Ruckel Middle School is proud to celebrate our military-connected students with a special Purple Up Spirit Week, April 13–17. Each day will highlight a fun and meaningful way to show support, culminating in Purple Up Day on Wednesday, April 15, where we encourage everyone to wear purple in recognition of all military branches. We are grateful for the strength, resilience, and sacrifices of our military families and look forward to celebrating and honoring them throughout the week.

Help Ruckel support The Month of the Military Child while showing your school spirit! *Optional “Purple Up” t-shirts are now on sale through April 6. Shirts are $16 and available in both youth and adult sizes.

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