As announced this summer, Rutherford County Schools has launched two new technology tools that will simplify how parents receive information and how they interact with their teachers and coaches to learn about their student’s academics, school announcements, and extra-curricular activities.

The first one is ParentVue by Synergy, and this will be used to see your student’s academic information, including report cards, daily grades, missing assignments, class schedules, etc. It is similar to Skyward that we used last year, but it is much more mobile and user friendly. The companion is called StudentVue and contain similar information for students. 

The second app, and perhaps the most important, is MyRCS. Search for “Rutherford County Schools” in your app store, and download it for free.

The MyRCS app will be used by parents to receive messages and interact with your school, teachers, coaches, or band directors depending on the activities students are involved in. This is the sole communication platform we are using for this type of communication this year. It replaces platforms such as ClassDojo, Remind, Band or any others as parents have asked for a one-stop source for school information. 

Once downloaded, you can select which schools your children attend to receive a live feed of news items from those schools. By adjusting your preferences, written messages families receive are translated automatically into your preferred language. You can also interact directly teachers and coaches using a featured called “Rooms,” which is a secure two-way communication tool. 

Rooms launches Monday and Parents will receive an email or text message inviting them to join their teacher’s or coach’s Room. If you don’t get the email or text, that’s ok. Beginning Monday evening you can visit the Rooms section of the app, or use the login button on your school’s website.

For your login, all you need to enter is the cell phone number you have on file with your school or your email address. You should then receive an access code, and you will be logged in. 

For a quick overview of how the platform works, watch this short video introduction. If you have questions or need assistance, visit our Rooms Resources webpage. Links to download the apps are available here.

Rutherford County Schools is excited to offer these communication tools for parents and students. We want to ensure everyone stays informed about their students and schools. Thanks again for your patience and cooperation as we settle in to a new school year. 

🎓💙 Two Amazing Choice Schools. One Information Night! Interested in joining Rutherford County Virtual School or Holloway High School? Come see what makes our schools so special!

📅 Monday, November 9 | 5:00 PM

📍 Holloway High School Cafeteria, 619 S. Highland Ave. Murfreesboro, TN

Learn more about January 2027 enrollment (pending available seats) or August 2027 enrollment! We can't wait to meet our future families! 💙🤍

📞 Can't make it or want to learn more? Give us a call! We'd love to talk with you about what our schools have to offer!

💙 Holloway High School: 615-890-6004

💙 Rutherford County Virtual School: 615-904-3790

RCVS Families are invited to another great upcoming event hosted by Rutherford Works! Don't miss this spotlight on TCAT (Tennessee College of Applied Technology), Tuesday, October 27, from 5:30-7:30 PM. The session will be held at the Smyrna Campus (663 Ken Pilkerton Dr., Smyrna).

This event will give students the chance to hear from industry professionals who will share insights on training pathways and what it takes to succeed. Attendees can also explore the RCS Advanced Manufacturing and Career Exploration Mobile Learning Lab. The Fried Tater food truck will also be on-site for purchase.

This event is free and open to ALL students and families across Rutherford County.

Check out these FREE upcoming local events happening right here in Murfreesboro!
🏗️ October 15: Rutherford Works Construction Spotlight
🌸 October 17: EmpowHER — a one day event to help inspire middle school-aged girls

Applications are now available for TN Governor's School! Current 10th and 11th graders are eligible to apply for a variety of challenging programs offered during Summer 2027. For more information about each program and requirements, visit: https://www.tn.gov/education/districts/instruction/tdoe-governors-schools.html