Welcome
Built over 100 years ago, Rutherford attracts motivated students who are seeking an academic experience that is second to none. We are proud to offer students a rich learning environment with a proud history of achievement. With the support of our highly skilled staff and a focus on learning, students benefit from a meaningful, well-rounded elementary school experience.
Outstanding programs, excellent facilities, and a safe and productive environment await students at Rutherford. Their school experiences are memorable as they participate in a wide variety of clubs, school events and fieldtrips that take learning beyond the classroom. Students strive for excellence while developing character, citizenship and leadership skills that open their eyes to a world of possibilities, free for them to explore!
Rutherford School is committed to ensuring that students realize their individual potential. We have set high standards for both academic achievement and student conduct. These high standards are supported by excellence in teaching and the development of character virtues. We enjoy a strong partnership with our parent community and many community agencies. Our goal is to provide students with an academic environment where optimal learning can take place!
School Start up Information 2024-2025
Welcome to Rutherford School Community!
Whether you are a new or a returning student, we are happy to have your family registered at our school for the 2024-25 school year.
Our school office will open on Friday, August 23, 2024.
The first day of school for students in Grades 1-6 is Thursday, August 29, 2024. Class lists have not yet been finalized. Families will receive an email from their child’s classroom teacher on the evening of Wednesday, August 28th sharing information about what to expect on the first day of school.
To help ensure our Kindergarten students have a positive and welcoming start to their school career, we use a Staggered Entry method for all our Kindergarten students. Kindergarten students will take part in Kindergarten Orientations on Thursday, August 29th and Friday, August 30th. If you have not received a letter with your Kindergarten Orientation date and time, please contact the school office at 780-466-2891.
School Hours:
- 8:30 am Welcome and Entry Bell
- 8:35 am Start of Morning Instruction
- 11:30 am Lunch
- 12:20 pm Return to Classes Bell
- 12:25 pm Start of Afternoon Instruction
- 3:30 pm End of Day
*Early Thursdays: 2:30 pm End of Day - Early Dismissal Time on Thursdays
Getting Ready for Classes - School Supply Lists 2024-25
Kindergarten - School Supply List 2024-25
Grade 1 - School Supply List 2024-25
Grade 2 - School Supply List 2024-25
Grade 3 - School Supply List 2024-25
Grade 4 - School Supply List 2024-25
Grade 5 - School Supply List 2024-25
Grade 6 - School Supply List 2024-25
Communication through SchoolZone:
Our primary method of communication will be through SchoolZone: https://schoolzone.epsb.ca/cf/index.cfm
If you are new to the Division, your login and password will be sent home once logins are set up by the Division. Parents are strongly encouraged to check SchoolZone regularly for updated school news and announcements. Many teachers also use a tool called Google Classroom which will allow you to stay directly connected with the tasks your child is completing in class. Information about Google Classroom, or other communication tools, will be shared by your child’s teacher.
Important Dates:
Friday, August 23: Rutherford Office opens
Thursday, August 29: First day of classes - Full day for Grade 1-6 Students & First day of Kindergarten Orientations - Staggered Entry
Friday, August 30: Second day of Kindergarten Orientations - Staggered Entry
Monday, September 2: Labour Day (No School)
Tuesday, September 3 - All Kindergarten students attend school
Thursday, September 12: Meet the Staff
Monday, September 30: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (No School)
Calling All New Bus Riders!
All K–6 students taking the bus for the first time are invited to the Edmonton Expo Centre on Thursday, August 22 for the 16th annual First Riders event. This free event is a unique hands-on opportunity for you and your child to get familiar with riding the bus before the school year begins.
Grade 7 students new to Edmonton Transit Service (ETS) and families wanting a refresher are welcome too.
Afternoon sessions run every half hour, from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Evening sessions run every half hour, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Please register by August 19 to save your spot.
Full in Planned Classes - Information for 2024-25 School Year
For the 2024 - 2025 school year, Rutherford School is full in planned classes in Grades 1 through 6 in the regular program. We will now only accept resident students in Grades 1 through 6 whose parent(s)/legal guardian(s) have newly moved into the school’s attendance area for the regular program. A resident student of Edmonton Public Schools has at least one parent or legal guardian living in Edmonton who is not Roman Catholic. Non-resident students can enrol in another Division school with space in planned classes.
If you are registering for Kindergarten or are new to Edmonton Public Schools, you must register online.
Getting ready for the 2024-25 school year - Pre-enrolment and registration begin on February 1st
It's time to get ready for the 2024–25 school year!
Sign in to your parent SchoolZone account between February 1 and Mar 22 to select your child’s preferred school for next year. Whether your child is staying at the same school or changing schools, all students need to pre-enrol. Knowing how many students to expect helps schools prepare to welcome them in September.
Rutherford School is a Level 1 school and is accepting new students for the 2024-25 school year.
Pre-enrolment and registration both start at 8 a.m. on February 1, 2024. The deadline for all families to choose their school for the 2024–25 school year is at 4 p.m. on March 22, 2024.
For further information, please see the pre-enrolment handout.
NEW STUDENT REGISTRATION
If your child is new to Edmonton Public Schools, you can register for school online. Visit the Division website to learn how to register for school.
CURRENT DIVISION STUDENTS PRE-ENROL
You will need to pre-enrol on SchoolZone to tell us the school you’d like your child to attend next year. Find important dates and deadlines and learn more about pre-enrolment, which opens February 1.
Moved?
Are you an existing student and have moved? Update your child’s current address with the school office before updating it in SchoolZone prior to pre-enrolment.
If you have questions about registering for school, please do not hesitate to contact the school office at 780-466-2891.
Kindergarten Open House and Registration for 2024-25
Join us at our Kindergarten Open House!
Thursday, February 22, 2024 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
We welcome you to join us at Rutherford School to find out all about Kindergarten. Meet the staff, learn about the program and see the school community and learning environment.
Kindergarten registration opens February 1, 2024!
Rutherford School is accepting Kindergarten registrations for the 2024-25 school year. To start Kindergarten in September 2024, your child must be 5 years old on or before December 31, 2024.
Kindergarten Information:
EPSB Kindergarten Program Description
Kindergarten Noon Yellow Bus
Principal's Message
Welcome to Rutherford school! What sets Rutherford apart is the strength of our school community, the dedication of our staff, the determination of our students and the excellence that we achieve together.
This year we are pleased to welcome 267 students and their families to our K-6 programming at Rutherford School. French as a second language, starting in kindergarten, gives our school a unique focus as our families choose second language programing starting at a young age.
Rutherford provides students with a caring, smaller school atmosphere with all the advantages of a bigger school. We offer academic excellence, school spirit, and a range of extracurricular and enrichment opportunities. At Rutherford, students, staff and parents work together to ensure that students realize their potential and that they are supported and empowered along the way.
We are committed to enhancing pathways for student success.
Yours in partnership,
Marnie White
Principal
