Principal’s Message:

Hello Neill Families,

As we enter the last few weeks of school, it is time to look around your home to find any school items that need to be returned such as library books, devices, chargers, and cases.  All school issued devices will remain at school starting on Monday, May 18th.  In order to ensure your child does not receive any fines, please ensure that their device, charger, and case are all returned. 

We encourage students to stay on top of their skills over the summer.  Students will have access to IXL all summer to continue working on their math skills.  Have your child try logging in from home now on your personal device to make sure they have access. 

Another opportunity over the summer for students is to visit our local Golden Valley Library for Summer Learning Programs. Check out their various events here.  We want all of our students to continue reading throughout the summer! 

Families are invited to the third annual Arts Celebration featuring artwork from current and future Falcons! The event will take place on Tuesday, May 19, from 3:30-6:30 pm in the auxiliary gym at Armstrong High School.  Student artwork will be on display from the following schools: AHS, PMS, SMS, Fair Crystal, Zachary Lane, Fair Pilgrim Lane, RSI, SEA, Noble, Neill, and Sonnesyn.  Highlights of the event include AP Art student showcases, face painting, spin art, and community art making. We hope to see you there! 

📚 Important Dates

• May 22, Neill Talent Show 8:45 - 9:45
• May 25th - NO SCHOOL, Memorial Day
• May 28th - 1:00 - 1:30 Kindergarten Graduation
• June 1st - 5th Grade Celebration - 12:30 - 1:30
• Last Day of School K-8 - Monday, June 1

We look forward to seeing you at the many upcoming school events. Thank you for your continued partnership,

Lana Lindeman

Interim Principal

Robbinsdale Area Schools is excited to offer its in-person summer academic program this year.

This camp-like offering has two different opportunities for students enrolled in the district -- one for elementary students in grades K-5, and another for middle school students in grades 6-8. Featuring small class sizes and no tests or worksheets, we think the summer academic program will spark your student's curiosity, while also allowing them to play games, get outside, and hang with friends. 

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf5NUVVUzhR2ND6b7zQRfO83PAVu_j2pGS6k2g1_C6sWG0bng/viewform

Students who read have the power to succeed. Join our team at Neill Elementary as a Reading Tutor, and you can support students as they become stronger readers.

Reading Tutors serve during the school day and work with pairs of K-3 students to help them build skills and confidence. With great training and support from an onsite coach, you’ll use proven activities that help students improve as readers.

This is a paid AmeriCorps member position with Reading Corps. No teaching experience is required! All you need is a passion to help kids succeed. By giving your time as a tutor, you can make an incredible impact and help our students thrive!

Tutor Perks

• A paycheck every two weeks
• Additional money for college tuition or student loans. Tutors aged 55 and older may gift this to their child, grandchild, stepchild, step-grandchild, or foster child
• Child care assistance – based on family size and income
• Federal student loan forbearance and interest repayment
• Predictable schedule – daytime hours with no evenings or weekends
• Time off over most school release days and holidays

Ready to make a difference for students in your community? Learn more and apply at https://servicesite-ampact.icims.com/jobs/59131/reading-tutor---neill-elementary/job or Join.ReadingandMath.org

Have questions? Email Join@Ampact.US or call 866.859.2825.

Perpich Arts High School faculty and professional artists from the community offer outstanding arts experiences for Perpich Summer Camp 2026. Camps are offered in half-day sessions with the option to create a full-day experience. For students entering 6th grade – 10th grade in the 2026-2027 school year. Located at Perpich Center for Arts Education in Golden Valley, MN.

https://perpich.mn.gov/arts-high-school/summer-camp-2026/

Rdale is continuing community conversations this May as part of Reimagine Rdale: Vision 2030. Join us to learn more, ask questions, and help shape the future of our schools.

Rdale is sharing state-provided resources to support safe environments for students at home and in the community.

Change can feel big, for students and families alike. But this spring, Robbinsdale Area Schools is opening its doors to help make those next steps feel smaller, more familiar, and filled with possibility.

Whether your student is moving up to a new grade level, like elementary to middle school, or transitioning to a new building due to a school or program closure, these moments matter. To help make that transition smoother, families are invited to attend upcoming school transition events designed to support students heading into new buildings for the 2026-27 school year.

The Robbinsdale Area Schools annual virtual art show, created by visual art teachers from across the district, is now available for families to view and share. 

Armstrong High School will be hosting a two day football camp for incoming 4th-8th graders on June 4th&5th. Please see flyer for details.

At its April 6, 2026, study session, the Robbinsdale Area Schools Board of Education continued its work on long-range facilities and program planning as part of Phase II of Reimagine Rdale: Vision 2030.

At its March 16, 2026, meeting, the Robbinsdale Area Schools Board of Education continued discussion on long-range facilities planning as part of Phase II of Reimagine Rdale: Vision 2030.

We are writing to share an update about the temporary online learning option that was offered beginning in January. This option will end on Friday, March 27, which is the last day of school before Spring Break.

At its March 2 meeting, the Robbinsdale Area Schools Board of Education approved a calendar adjustment for the 2025-26 school year affecting K-8 students.

As part of a culture of academic integrity, we would like to remind families and students of the importance of test security.