News & Announcements

RICHMOND (November 30, 2022) – In a dynamic, fast-paced world, we need to make sure that Richmond Community Schools stays in line with the skills and tools our students need to succeed. Therefore, Richmond Community Schools’ has announced Steven Hensley as the new Director of STEAM and Imagination Lab at the Hibberd Program Building. STEAM is an educational approach to learning that uses Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math to guide student inquiry, problem solving, collaboration, and creativity. Students become innovators, designers, creators, thinkers, and leaders.
Mr. Hensley will be spearheading the new STEAM curriculum for students in grades 5-8. He will also develop and implement extension curriculum for students in grades K-4 who will visit the Imagination Lab at the Hibberd Program Building. RCS will soon be renovating the Hibberd Program Building on South L Street to create an exhibit floor and classrooms. Mr. Hensley wants parents and community members to be on the lookout for Open House events this spring to participate in some hands-on STEAM programming. He will also begin the recruiting process for incoming 5th-8th grade students for the 2023-2024 school year.
Mr. Hensley holds a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and a Master’s of Science Degree in Organizational Leadership from Indiana University. He has been a science teacher at Greensburg Junior High School and a technology integration specialist at Oldenburg Academy. Mr. Hensley and his wife, Abigail, have two children, Greyson and Navy.

RICHMOND (November 15, 2022) - Richmond Community Schools is pleased to announce that Patrick Crouch has been selected as a new assistant principal at Dennis Middle School. His position is a newly formed position to assist Dennis Principal Crystal Cooper and Assistant Principal Evan Grossman.
Mr. Crouch comes to Dennis Middle School from Mt. Vernon Middle School where he had served as teacher for eight years. While at Mt. Vernon, Mr. Crouch taught computer science, business and IT and Preparing for College and Careers. Mr. Crouch was dedicated to working with students and staff to provide great educational opportunities. He received his Masters Degree in Education and Building Administration and his Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Ball State University. Mr. Crouch has earned numerous administrative and professional development certifications throughout his career.
Casey Dodd has been selected as a new assistant principal at Test Intermediate School. His position is a newly formed position to assist Test Principal Jamie Thomas and Assistant Principal Ashley Garard. Mr. Dodd comes to Test Intermediate School from Mt. Vernon High School where he had served as the principal. He received his Master of Science in Education Leadership from Western Governors University- Indianapolis and his Bachelor of Arts from Purdue University. Mr. Dodd has been named a Certified School Safety Specialist and has received his Indiana Professional Educator’s License in Building Level Administration and English Education.
“We are excited to welcome these new assistant principals to Richmond Community Schools. Mr. Crouch and Mr. Dobb bring a wealth of experience that will serve our students and community well,” said Dr. Curtis Wright, RCS Superintendent.

Brent Baker has joined the Richmond Community Schools (RCS) Leadership Team as the district’s Director of Student Achievement. He succeeds Mrs. Dawn Sonsini who has been named the RCS Assistant Superintendent.

As Director of Student Achievement, Baker will oversee all initiatives that seek to improve student achievement, including seeking resources to support students, analyzing and using data to identify and remove barriers to student achievement.

RCS is pleased to announce Steve Jones as the new principal of Charles Elementary School and Max Smith will succeed Jones as the new principal at Westview Elementary School.