November Elementary Schools Calendar
📚💻 Exciting News for Raleigh County Families! 💻📚
We are excited to introduce the Raleigh County K–5 Virtual School Program for the 2026–2027 school year! This free virtual learning option provides students with a high-quality educational experience while maintaining a connection to their home school community.
✨ Program Highlights:
✅ Live classes each week
✅ Raleigh County teachers
✅ Online tutoring support
✅ Textbooks provided
✅ Technology device and support provided
✅ Students can participate in activities at their home school!
Whether you're looking for flexibility, personalized learning, or an alternative educational setting, our K–5 Virtual School may be the perfect fit for your child.
📅 Now Enrolling for the 2026–2027 School Year!
📝 Register today: https://raleigh.jotform.com/261577151036051
#RaleighCountySchools #VirtualSchool #K5VirtualLearning #NowEnrolling #FutureReadyStudents #RCSVirtualSchool
Raleigh County Teachers, Thank You for your dedication and all you do.
We appreciate you!
Congratulations to our outstanding Spelling Bee participants for their achievement, discipline, and academic excellence. The following students are recognized for their performance:
Aubrey Eskins — Hollywood Elementary School — Elementary School Champion
Benjamin Veramessa — Bradley Elementary School — Elementary School Runner-Up
Lily Simpson — Independence Middle School — County Champion
Derrick Mitchell — Beckley-Stratton Middle School — County Runner-Up
Your preparation, composure, and mastery of language are commendable. Each of you has represented your school with distinction.
What the Superintendent is Reading, March 2026
View Youtube Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D36QWwmOGmA
School Counseling Week is a timely reminder of the quiet, essential work happening in our schools every day.
This week, we recognize and thank our school counselors for the critical role they play in supporting students’ academic growth, social-emotional well-being, and future planning. Counselors are often the first to notice when a student is struggling—and the steady presence that helps them navigate challenges both inside and outside the classroom.
From individual student support and crisis response to academic advising and career guidance, your work matters more than most people realize—and it truly changes lives.
If you see a school counselor today, take a moment to thank them.
Thank you to our school counselors for your compassion, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to students. Our schools are stronger because of you.
This week, we recognize and thank our school counselors for the critical role they play in supporting students’ academic growth, social-emotional well-being, and future planning. Counselors are often the first to notice when a student is struggling—and the steady presence that helps them navigate challenges both inside and outside the classroom.
From individual student support and crisis response to academic advising and career guidance, your work matters more than most people realize—and it truly changes lives.
If you see a school counselor today, take a moment to thank them.
Thank you to our school counselors for your compassion, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to students. Our schools are stronger because of you.
Due to inclement weather and today’s remote learning day, please see the attached memo from Superintendent Dr. Starcher of the location change for
the RCBOE’s scheduled meeting for today, December 9, 2025 at 4:30 PM.
We also ask that the principals of the schools for the LSIC Presentations and Student Recognitions to please notify the staff, students, parents and businesses
and let them know it will be rescheduled at a later date.
the RCBOE’s scheduled meeting for today, December 9, 2025 at 4:30 PM.
We also ask that the principals of the schools for the LSIC Presentations and Student Recognitions to please notify the staff, students, parents and businesses
and let them know it will be rescheduled at a later date.
December Attendance Challenge!
November Secondary Schools Calendar
🎉 Enrollment for Raleigh County Pre-K is still open! 📚🧸
Do you have a child who will be 4 years old before July 1st, 2025? It's time to apply for the 2025–2026 Raleigh County Pre-K Program!
✅ All-day classes (Monday–Friday)
✅ Play-based learning
✅ Outdoor play
✅ Developmentally appropriate curriculum
✅ Caring, experienced teachers
Give your child the best start in a nurturing and engaging environment! 💛
📲 Scan the QR code below or visit:
🔗 www.boe.rale.k12.wv.us/page/prek-and-kindergarten
#PreK #EarlyLearning #RaleighCountySchools #WVPreK #PreschoolEnrollment #PlayBasedLearning #EnrollNow #BackToSchool #RCSDWV
Do you have a child who will be 4 years old before July 1st, 2025? It's time to apply for the 2025–2026 Raleigh County Pre-K Program!
✅ All-day classes (Monday–Friday)
✅ Play-based learning
✅ Outdoor play
✅ Developmentally appropriate curriculum
✅ Caring, experienced teachers
Give your child the best start in a nurturing and engaging environment! 💛
📲 Scan the QR code below or visit:
🔗 www.boe.rale.k12.wv.us/page/prek-and-kindergarten
#PreK #EarlyLearning #RaleighCountySchools #WVPreK #PreschoolEnrollment #PlayBasedLearning #EnrollNow #BackToSchool #RCSDWV
🎉✨ Calling All Future Pre-K Superstars! ✨🎉
Is your little one ready to start their big adventure? 🚀📚 Join us for the Raleigh County Schools Pre-K Expo — a fun-filled event for families with children who will be 4 years old by July 1, 2025!
🗓 Date: Thursday, April 17, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Beckley-Raleigh County Convention Center
🎁 BONUS: Free giveaways while supplies last!
👧👦 Explore Pre-K options, meet friendly school staff, gather resources, and get excited for an amazing start to your child’s learning journey! It’s a one-stop shop to get your questions answered — and have a little fun! 🎈
💬 Tag a fellow parent who needs to see this!
#PreKExpo2025 #RaleighCountySchools #FutureScholars #StartStrong #PreKReady #RCSDWV
🌟 Exciting news, Raleigh County families! 🌟
Kindergarten applications for the 2025–2026 school year are now OPEN! 🎉
If your child turns five before July 1, 2025, they can join the adventure! 🚌📚✨
🗓️ Kindergarten Registration Day:
📍 At your child’s home school
🕘 May 9, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📲 Ready to register? Click here: https://raleigh.jotform.com/250024871797867
Let’s get your little learner ready for a great start! 💛 #RaleighCountySchools #KindergartenReady
📣 Attention, Raleigh County Families!
📅 The Pre-K Application Window opens Monday, April 7, 2025!
🎉 If your child turns 4 years old before July 1, 2025, they’re eligible for Pre-K during the 2025–2026 school year.
🗓️ The first placement window runs from April 7 to April 21, so don’t wait!
📲 Register here: https://raleigh.jotform.com/243644948787881
Let’s get your little one ready for a great start! 💛📚 #RaleighCountySchools #PreKEnrollment #EarlyLearning
Raleigh County Schools would like to congratulate our newest National Board Certified Teachers. We are proud of you and appreciate the work you do each and every day for our students.
Mystery Attendance Day!
Please join us tonight for Night of the Arts. Student work of all types will be showcased along with student performances throughout the evening. Light refreshments will be served. You will be amazed at the talent of our RCS students.
Please join us Monday evening for Night of the Arts. Student work of all types will be showcased along with great entertainment.
🎉 Celebrating Our Raleigh County School Counselors! 🎉
This week, we honor the heart and soul of student support—our Raleigh County School Counselors! 💙✨
From offering guidance and encouragement to helping students navigate challenges, our counselors make a lasting impact every single day. Their dedication to student success, well-being, and growth does not go unnoticed!
Join us in thanking these incredible professionals for all they do. Leave a 👍 or a kind word in the comments to show your appreciation! 💬❤️
#NationalSchoolCounselingWeek #RaleighCountySchools #ThankYouCounselors
We will be dismissing 3 hours early today. This means dismissal begins at 12:10. Please make arrangements for someone to pick up your child if you cannot. Please make sure someone is at the bus stop to pick up younger students.