We are now approved for United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania's Donor Choice Program. Our donor choice code is 42183.

Principal Thomas-El is the subject of an article in October's District Administration Magazine [99K PDF] written by Jennifer Esposito.

RBCS featured in Prudential Community Resources Annual Report 2007
(see cover and page 6)

Student & Parent Survey Results

RBCS Improving Test Scores
As reported in the Philadelphia Inquirer on April 13, 2008, RBCS is listed in "Schools in the Region with Improving Test Scores" for both 5th grade math and reading.

Chess Video
This video was created by Marc Nathan, one of our "Big Brothers," to help support the RBCS chess team.

Lottery
Enrollment opens on October 6, 2008, and the application will only be available online. The lottery will be held at noon on Friday, December 12, 2008.

Annual Founder's Day a Great Success!

Founder's Day brings together hundreds of students, staff members and supporters on Russell Byersı birthday to commemorate both his life as well as the founding of the school that bears his name.

During this year's celebration, the school presented the Founder's Award to the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeastern Pennsylvania. Marlene Olshan, CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters, and 25 "Bigs" attended the ceremony.