Rhea Valley Elementary

Help us celebrate the 50th day of school on October 20th by dressing like your from the 1950's.

👶🗣️ Concerned about your child’s development or speech?

Washington County Public Schools is offering free developmental and speech screenings for children ages 2–5. These screenings are a great way to check in on your child’s growth and help them get off to the best possible start. 🌟

📅 Upcoming screening dates are available now!
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register.

🔬✨ Young innovators, get ready!

The K–5 STEM Academy at the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center is the place where curiosity meets creativity. 🧪🤖📐 With engaging curriculum, dedicated teachers, and top-notch facilities, students in grades K–5 will explore science, technology, engineering, and math in fun, hands-on ways.

🗓 October 21 – November 18
📍 SWVA Higher Education Center
⏰ Tuesdays, 6:00–7:30 PM (Kindergarten dismisses at 7:15)
💲 $35 registration covers the entire camp!

👉 Register now: swcenter.edu/k5stemacademy

WCPS is excited to announce the kick off for the Parent Resouce Center. Come out to the EO Building in Abingdon to explore the resources available to families! Also check out the online presence @WashingtonCountySchoolsParentResourceCenter

Tomorrow we will conduct a lockdown drill as part of our ongoing efforts to maintain a safe and secure learning environment at Rhea Valley Elementary School. This exercise aims to practice the procedures we would follow in the unlikely event of an emergency requiring us to secure the school premises. This specific drill will be for students in 1st through 5th grade. Kindergarten and preschool are exempt from this drill. Feel free to discuss the purpose of a lockdown drill with your student, so they may understand the significance and importance of being prepared.

Kickoff to Connection

The Washington County Public Schools Parent Resource Center is hosting its very first event—Kickoff to Connection!

* When: September 25
*Where: EO Building, Abingdon
*Time: 4:00–6:00 p.m.

This resource fair is designed to support and empower families of students with disabilities. You’ll have the chance to meet community partners, each hosting a table with valuable information, resources, and support for your family.

It’s a wonderful opportunity to connect with local organizations offering a wide range of services—come join us and start building your network!

Be sure to give the Parent Resource Center Facebook page a follow: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577049952532

We're still enrolling children for our 3-Year-Old Preschool Program at the Regional Workforce and Child Development Hub!

Check out the flyer below for details and help us spread the word!

Hey WCPS Teachers, it's time to #SharpenTheAx with some Summer Learning Opportunities! Looking forward to seeing everyone the next two days at the SW Center!

Hey WCPS Teachers, it's time to #SharpenTheAx with some Summer Learning Opportunities! Looking forward to seeing everyone the next two days at the SW Center!

Please see the attachment for week 1 of our SOL testing schedule

Rhea Valley Elementary Pre-K students recently took a fantastic field trip to Emory & Henry University -- and it was more than just a day out! Not only did our youngest learners get to explore campus, run on the football field, catch touchdown passes, and cheer with pom poms, but they also learned some important lessons -- like how to safely use sidewalks and crosswalks. Even better? Patrick Henry High School's Teachers for Tomorrow Dual Enrollment students were right there helping every step of the way. They guided Pre-K students across streets, modeled safe walking practices, and helped make sure everyone stayed safe while learning! https://youtu.be/RViX0MIcufo

We will conduct a lockdown drill this week as part of our ongoing efforts to maintain a safe and secure learning environment at Rhea Valley Elementary School. This exercise aims to practice the procedures we would follow in the unlikely event of an emergency requiring us to secure the school premises. This specific drill will be for Pre-k through 5th. Feel free to discuss the purpose of a lockdown drill with your student, so they may understand the significance and importance of being prepared.

Summer Enrichment Experience at Virginia Tech The deadline to apply for SEE VT has been extended to April 15, and all fees have been waived, meaning this incredible opportunity is now free for all campers! SEE VT is a residential camp for rising 6th and 7th grade gifted students from rural communities. At SEE VT, rural middle school students will have access to place-based and rural-focused academic enrichment to include STEM and humanities courses, social activities, exploration of campus life, field trips, and more! Camp will be held on Virginia Tech's Blacksburg campus June 15-20, 2025. Applications are due by April 15. Please see the below flyer for more information.

Washington Way Award Nominations: Nominate a special support staff person for the Spring #WashingtonWayAward! Do you know someone whose work and commitment makes WCPS a better place to be? #WashingtonWayAward Categories: *Above and Beyond Custodian Award ~ Vote for a custodian that makes a difference! *Silver Spoon Award ~ Vote for the best food service worker out there! *Helping Hand Award ~ Vote for a nurse or an aide that has helped you! *Master Technician Award ~ Vote for the one who has helped you fix things! *Wheels on the Bus Award ~ Vote for the driver or mechanic who helps get you home! *Customer Service Award ~ Vote for the person who is always there to help! Scan the QR Code by Friday, April 18 to nominate a support staff person. To learn more about the #WashingtonWayAwards, watch this video: https://youtu.be/IM7Y0BdMbF4

✨📚 Read Across America Fun ✨📚 Mrs. Blackburn's English 7 student authors from Damascus Middle School read their books to kindergarten students at Rhea Valley Elementary School in celebration of Read Across America Week! This annual activity meets a variety of learning goals for the older students, including the opportunity to develop both their written and spoken voices with a specific audience in mind. They also had a chance to see how their words bring joy to others!

Approved 2025-2026 School Calendar: This calendar was approved on 2/18/2025, by the School Board based on recommendations from the Calendar Committee and additional feedback from Dr. Perrigan. *Please Note: Inclement weather annually causes the last day of school to be rescheduled later than it appears on the calendar. It is recommended you delay making plans for the start of vacations until after June 5. A special thanks to the Calendar Committee for their work putting this calendar together. To view the calendar on the WCPS website, click here: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/3765/WCPS/5334217/2025-2026_School_Calendar_REVISED_2.26.25.pdf

Pre-K and Kindergarten Registration: It's time to get ready for Pre-K and Kindergarten Registration at Washington County Public Schools -- Mark your calendars for March 27, 2025! *Children who will be 5 years of age by September 30th are eligible for kindergarten enrollment. *Children who will be 4 years of age by September 30th are eligible to register for Pre-K. *Children who will be 3 years of age by September 30th are eligible to register at Meadowview, Rhea Valley, and the Child Development Hub -- located at 300 Towne Center Dr., Abingdon, VA. Families should contact the school in the zone in which they reside for more information -- Abingdon Elementary, Greendale Elementary, High Point Elementary, Meadowview Elementary, Rhea Valley Elementary, Valley Institute Elementary, and Watauga Elementary. A Head Start representative will be available at each school during registration. Documentation Needed for Screening/Registration: *Pre-K: Proof of Income and Proof of Address *Kindergarten: Birth Certificate, Immunization Record, Evidence of Physical Exam, Proof of Address

Important Information for Damascus Area Students: No Bus Service to Konnarock, Green Cove, and Taylors Valley today, Friday, February 21, 2025.

Schedule Update: It has been a busy day for our road checkers, assessing road conditions across the county. VDOT has done a great job of clearing roads of snow and ice. As a result, WCPS will operate on a 2-Hour Delayed Schedule tomorrow, Friday, February 21, 2025. We are aware that some roads, particularly in the Valley Institute area, remain snow and ice covered. Because of this, buses will be running on clear routes only. We encourage parents of teen drivers to check road conditions before they head out in the morning. If slick roads prevent your child from attending school, please contact your child's principal. The 2-Hour Delay will also give real feel temperatures time to rise by about 10 degrees between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Childcare will be provided at elementary schools for working parents. Please be on the lookout for additional information from your child's school. Our road checkers will be out again early tomorrow morning evaluating conditions. Should a shift to a Remote Learning Day be necessary, a decision will be made by 7:00 a.m. Please note, if we transition to a Remote Learning Day, childcare will not be provided. Stay safe, and we will keep you updated!