Local opportunities to connect, learn and grow. Course offerings are typically announced three times per year in mid-August, mid-December, and early March.
Early Childhood Family Education classes are offered in Richfield at the Central Education Center. Fees are based on a sliding scale, and no one is turned away for inability to pay!
Early Childhood Screening / Evaluación de la Primera Infaci
We provide a play-based developmentally appropriate curriculum that is inclusive of all learners. / Proveemos un programa basado en el juego apropiado para el desarrollo, el cual es inclusivo para todos los estudiantes.
Families can play and learn together at events or activities.
Basic water safety and five levels of swim instruction.
*Open House* Tuesday, March 24th Richfield Middle School Band Room 3:45 - 5:00 PM. Students are welcome to attend to learn more and engage in activities.
If you are interested, but unable to attend this event, please make plans to attend our first rehearsal on Wednesday, April 8th from 6-8 PM at Richfield High School.
If you are unable to attend either of these events, or have any questions, please reach out to the Director, Chad.Armbruster@rpsmn.org.
Richfield High School has had a tradition of excellence in Marching Band, every year since the school opened in 1954. We are excited to continue to build on that tradition this coming season! All students currently in grades 6-12 are welcome and encouraged to participate. Rehearsals begin in March and the performance season is mid-June through July 4th. Performances include 8-10 competitive parades and special events throughout the State. Transportation, Instruction, Equipment, Instruments, Uniform and Accessories are included with registration fee. Financial support for the participation fee is available by request to the director. Registration is required prior to participation.If you missed the open house, or have additional questions, please contact the Band Director, Mr. Chad Armbruster.chad.armbruster@rpsmn.org612-798-6283
A complete calendar of rehearsals and summer events can be found HERE. Rehearsals: 2-3 Rehearsals per week, March-May. Daytime rehearsals in early June. Performances: Mid-June through July 4th.
Please review the Marching Spartans Handbook.
Spartan Fund Financial Assistance form is found HERE and should be returned to the RHS athletic office. This form must be completed and returned prior to registration. Please contact Community Education directly to register if financial assistance is being used- 612-243-3000.
Chad Armbruster has enjoyed a career spanning over 30 years in all facets of the pageantry arts; performer, instructor, designer, director, clinician and adjudicator. Armbruster holds a Music Education degree from the University of Minnesota and Masters of Arts in Education degree from Hamline University. His success in supporting diverse music programs led to an invitation to serve the Minnesota Department of Education as a member of the Academic Arts Standards review committee, 2018. Armbruster has held a variety of leadership roles with the following organizations: Minnesota Brass, Southwind, Blue Stars, Madison Scouts, Spirit of Atlanta, Eastview HS, Anoka HS, Champlin Park HS, St. Francis, HS, and Henry Sibley HS. Armbruster is currently the Director of Bands at Richfield HS. He serves as Judge Coordinator for Youth In Music, and is an active pageantry arts adjudicator for organizations throughout the United States, including Bands of America and Drum Corps International. Chad Armbruster lives in Minneapolis with his wife Ellen, their son Walter, and daughter Vienna.
Chad Armbruster
