🔬🚀 Registration is open for the Fall 2026 K–5 STEM Academy!
Students in kindergarten through 5th grade can explore science, technology, engineering and math through hands-on activities that encourage curiosity, creativity and problem-solving!
📅 Tuesdays, October 27–November 24
⏰ 6–7:30 p.m. (Kindergarten ends at 7:15 p.m.)
📍 Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center
💲 $35 per student
Register today at www.swcenter.edu/K5STEMacademy and let the discovery begin! 🧪
Students in kindergarten through 5th grade can explore science, technology, engineering and math through hands-on activities that encourage curiosity, creativity and problem-solving!
📅 Tuesdays, October 27–November 24
⏰ 6–7:30 p.m. (Kindergarten ends at 7:15 p.m.)
📍 Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center
💲 $35 per student
Register today at www.swcenter.edu/K5STEMacademy and let the discovery begin! 🧪
What a special two days at Rhea Valley Elementary! On October 15th and 16th, we loved welcoming our grandparents and special guests to our Grandparents Day Luncheon! 🥰
Our hallways were filled with smiles, laughter, hugs, and precious memories as our Jr. Cavaliers enjoyed sharing a meal and spending quality time with some of the most special people in their lives. These moments remind us how important family, connection, and community are in the lives of our students.
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us and helped make these days so memorable! We are grateful for the love and support our grandparents and families show our students and our school.
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Our hallways were filled with smiles, laughter, hugs, and precious memories as our Jr. Cavaliers enjoyed sharing a meal and spending quality time with some of the most special people in their lives. These moments remind us how important family, connection, and community are in the lives of our students.
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us and helped make these days so memorable! We are grateful for the love and support our grandparents and families show our students and our school.
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Mark your calendars RVES McTeacher Night on Tuesday, October 27th at Exit 19 McDonalds. Looking forward to seeing everyone there!!
RHEA VALLEY ELEMENTARY IS A DISTINGUISHED SCHOOL! 🖤❤️
We are incredibly proud to announce that Rhea Valley Elementary School has been recognized as a Distinguished School through the Virginia Department of Education’s Statewide School Performance and Support Framework and Accreditation Results for the 2025–2026 school year! 🏆
This recognition represents the hard work, dedication, and commitment of our amazing students, faculty, staff, families, and community. It reflects our shared commitment to providing meaningful learning experiences, supporting student growth, and helping every child reach their fullest potential.
At Rhea Valley Elementary, we believe that every student matters, every day is an opportunity to grow, and together we can achieve great things! This accomplishment is a testament to the incredible teamwork and Cavalier pride that make our school such a special place.
A heartfelt THANK YOU to our dedicated teachers and staff, our supportive families, our hardworking students, and our community for being part of the Rhea Valley family. This achievement belongs to all of us! ❤️🖤
Once a Cavalier, Always a Cavalier! 🐾
We are incredibly proud to announce that Rhea Valley Elementary School has been recognized as a Distinguished School through the Virginia Department of Education’s Statewide School Performance and Support Framework and Accreditation Results for the 2025–2026 school year! 🏆
This recognition represents the hard work, dedication, and commitment of our amazing students, faculty, staff, families, and community. It reflects our shared commitment to providing meaningful learning experiences, supporting student growth, and helping every child reach their fullest potential.
At Rhea Valley Elementary, we believe that every student matters, every day is an opportunity to grow, and together we can achieve great things! This accomplishment is a testament to the incredible teamwork and Cavalier pride that make our school such a special place.
A heartfelt THANK YOU to our dedicated teachers and staff, our supportive families, our hardworking students, and our community for being part of the Rhea Valley family. This achievement belongs to all of us! ❤️🖤
Once a Cavalier, Always a Cavalier! 🐾
Please join us for our annual Title One Parent Informational Meeting on Tuesday, October 13th! We look forward to seeing everyone then.
🧱🚂 LEGO Coding Express is coming!
Join us Friday, October 16, at 4 p.m. for a fun, hands-on STEM experience with Sonia Vanhook from the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center.
Students will get to explore the LEGO Education Coding Express, a STEM kit designed to spark curiosity, creativity and early coding skills through hands-on play.
📍 Washington County Public Library
📅 Friday, October 16
⏰ 4 p.m.
We hope to see you there!
Following yesterday’s update regarding the mold/allergen concern at Rhea Valley Elementary School, additional testing and visual inspections have been completed.Additional testing and visual inspections were conducted in four rooms throughout the school. Three of the four rooms tested had slightly elevated levels of Aspergillus/Penicillium, the same spore type identified in yesterday’s testing. One of these rooms is not currently in use, while another is a first-grade classroom.
Testing also found slightly elevated levels of Myxomycete/Rust/Smut in two of the four rooms tested. This is a common type of spore found in most sample collections and is typically associated with plants and damp soil. It is often associated with potted plants.
Thankfully, testing did not identify Stachybotrys, the type of mold commonly referred to as “black mold.”
Out of an abundance of caution, Rhea Valley Elementary School will be closed for in-person instruction on Thursday, October 1, and Friday, October 2, while the building undergoes a thorough deep cleaning and additional steps are taken to address the mold/allergen concerns identified through recent testing. Students will transition to remote learning during this time.
While students are learning remotely, the affected areas and the full building will undergo a thorough deep cleaning. Although the school is not required to close, the decision to close for in-person instruction is a local decision made out of an abundance of caution and to ensure cleaning crews can complete the work without interruption. WCPS will also take additional steps to address the mold/allergen concerns based on the guidance of environmental professionals.
Instructional materials, Chromebooks and chargers will be sent home with students to support remote learning.
After-school activities are canceled while the school is closed.
WCPS will provide additional information about remote meal options for students and child care for working families as more details become available.
We understand that this information may be concerning for families and staff. WCPS will continue to work with environmental professionals and follow their guidance as we address the affected areas. We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work through this process.
Testing also found slightly elevated levels of Myxomycete/Rust/Smut in two of the four rooms tested. This is a common type of spore found in most sample collections and is typically associated with plants and damp soil. It is often associated with potted plants.
Thankfully, testing did not identify Stachybotrys, the type of mold commonly referred to as “black mold.”
Out of an abundance of caution, Rhea Valley Elementary School will be closed for in-person instruction on Thursday, October 1, and Friday, October 2, while the building undergoes a thorough deep cleaning and additional steps are taken to address the mold/allergen concerns identified through recent testing. Students will transition to remote learning during this time.
While students are learning remotely, the affected areas and the full building will undergo a thorough deep cleaning. Although the school is not required to close, the decision to close for in-person instruction is a local decision made out of an abundance of caution and to ensure cleaning crews can complete the work without interruption. WCPS will also take additional steps to address the mold/allergen concerns based on the guidance of environmental professionals.
Instructional materials, Chromebooks and chargers will be sent home with students to support remote learning.
After-school activities are canceled while the school is closed.
WCPS will provide additional information about remote meal options for students and child care for working families as more details become available.
We understand that this information may be concerning for families and staff. WCPS will continue to work with environmental professionals and follow their guidance as we address the affected areas. We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work through this process.
RVES Homecoming Dress Up Day September 28-October 2, 2026
📚❤️ Grandparents Day Luncheon & Book Fair at RVES! ❤️📚
We are SO EXCITED to welcome our Rhea Valley Elementary families for a very special Grandparents Day Luncheon & Book Fair! 🎉
Join us as we celebrate the special grandparents, family members, and caring adults who help our students read, learn, grow, and shine! 🌟
📅 Thursday, October 15, 2026
❤️ PreK, Kindergarten, 1st & 3rd Grade
📅 Friday, October 16, 2026
💙 2nd, 4th & 5th Grade
🍎 Grandparents & Special Guests Luncheon
Each student may invite up to TWO guests to join them for lunch. Adult guests are $5.00 per person. Guests may be grandparents, family members, or another special adult who is important in your child’s life.
📚 Don’t forget the BOOK FAIR!
Families will have the opportunity to visit our RVES Book Fair and find exciting new books to take home. Let’s continue building a love of reading and helping our students discover their next great adventure! 📖✨
⏰ Reservation Deadline: Thursday, October 1, 2026
Please return your reservation form and payment to your child’s teacher by the deadline so we can prepare enough meals for everyone.
We can’t wait to fill our school with smiles, stories, family, and wonderful memories! ❤️
We are SO EXCITED to welcome our Rhea Valley Elementary families for a very special Grandparents Day Luncheon & Book Fair! 🎉
Join us as we celebrate the special grandparents, family members, and caring adults who help our students read, learn, grow, and shine! 🌟
📅 Thursday, October 15, 2026
❤️ PreK, Kindergarten, 1st & 3rd Grade
📅 Friday, October 16, 2026
💙 2nd, 4th & 5th Grade
🍎 Grandparents & Special Guests Luncheon
Each student may invite up to TWO guests to join them for lunch. Adult guests are $5.00 per person. Guests may be grandparents, family members, or another special adult who is important in your child’s life.
📚 Don’t forget the BOOK FAIR!
Families will have the opportunity to visit our RVES Book Fair and find exciting new books to take home. Let’s continue building a love of reading and helping our students discover their next great adventure! 📖✨
⏰ Reservation Deadline: Thursday, October 1, 2026
Please return your reservation form and payment to your child’s teacher by the deadline so we can prepare enough meals for everyone.
We can’t wait to fill our school with smiles, stories, family, and wonderful memories! ❤️
Jr. Cav Football and Cheerleading sponsoring Junior Cav Night at Trail Town Adventure Golf
Please see information attached about Holston Wrestling Club
🥬Holston FFA students delivered fresh lettuce from their greenhouse to Rhea Valley Elementary yesterday -- and today, that lettuce is being served to students across our schools!
More than 600 heads of Romaine lettuce were harvested this week after six weeks of daily work by students, from sowing seeds and monitoring the plants to managing water quality and nutrients.
It’s pretty cool to see the full process come together -- grown by our students, delivered by our staff, and served to our students.
More than 600 heads of Romaine lettuce were harvested this week after six weeks of daily work by students, from sowing seeds and monitoring the plants to managing water quality and nutrients.
It’s pretty cool to see the full process come together -- grown by our students, delivered by our staff, and served to our students.
Thank You, Baker Financial Services, VT Rector Foundation Scholarship, and our School Board Member Debbie Anderson ! ❤️
Rhea Valley Elementary School would like to extend our sincere gratitude for their generous donation to our Hospitality Fund. Your support makes a meaningful difference in helping us care for and support our wonderful school community.
If you or someone you know is interested in donating to Rhea Valley Elementary School, please reach out to Savannah Roberts at ssmullins@wcs.k12.va.us.
At Rhea Valley, our motto is “Building Better Together,” and we are incredibly thankful for the partnerships and continued support we receive from businesses and families throughout our community.
Thank you for helping us build a stronger, more supportive school community! ❤️🖤
Rhea Valley Elementary School would like to extend our sincere gratitude for their generous donation to our Hospitality Fund. Your support makes a meaningful difference in helping us care for and support our wonderful school community.
If you or someone you know is interested in donating to Rhea Valley Elementary School, please reach out to Savannah Roberts at ssmullins@wcs.k12.va.us.
At Rhea Valley, our motto is “Building Better Together,” and we are incredibly thankful for the partnerships and continued support we receive from businesses and families throughout our community.
Thank you for helping us build a stronger, more supportive school community! ❤️🖤
Lights. Camera. Confidence!
The stage is calling, and we are excited to announce the Rhea Valley Elementary Theatre Club! 🎬✨
Theatre Club is a wonderful opportunity for our students to build confidence, express their creativity, work as a team, and discover the joy of performing. Students will have the opportunity to explore acting, character development, improvisation, storytelling, stage presence, and much more!
Through theatre, students will learn that being part of a production is about more than being in the spotlight. It is about working together, encouraging one another, listening, practicing, problem-solving, and celebrating each person's unique talents.
Whether your child dreams of being the star of the show, enjoys making people laugh, loves telling stories, or simply wants to try something new, there is a place for everyone in Theatre Club!
🎭 Theatre Club will help students:
Build self-confidence and public-speaking skills
Develop creativity and imagination
Practice teamwork and cooperation
Strengthen communication skills
Learn responsibility and perseverance
Make new friends and create lasting memories
Discover the excitement of performing on stage!
At Rhea Valley Elementary, we believe every student has a story to tell and a special talent to share. We can't wait to see our Junior Cavaliers take the stage and shine!
The stage is calling, and we are excited to announce the Rhea Valley Elementary Theatre Club! 🎬✨
Theatre Club is a wonderful opportunity for our students to build confidence, express their creativity, work as a team, and discover the joy of performing. Students will have the opportunity to explore acting, character development, improvisation, storytelling, stage presence, and much more!
Through theatre, students will learn that being part of a production is about more than being in the spotlight. It is about working together, encouraging one another, listening, practicing, problem-solving, and celebrating each person's unique talents.
Whether your child dreams of being the star of the show, enjoys making people laugh, loves telling stories, or simply wants to try something new, there is a place for everyone in Theatre Club!
🎭 Theatre Club will help students:
Build self-confidence and public-speaking skills
Develop creativity and imagination
Practice teamwork and cooperation
Strengthen communication skills
Learn responsibility and perseverance
Make new friends and create lasting memories
Discover the excitement of performing on stage!
At Rhea Valley Elementary, we believe every student has a story to tell and a special talent to share. We can't wait to see our Junior Cavaliers take the stage and shine!
❤️🖤 WE’RE MAKING A DIFFERENCE TOGETHER! 🖤❤️
A HUGE thank-you to Food City for supporting Rhea Valley Elementary through the School Bucks Challenge! 🎉 We are so excited to receive a check that will help support our students and our school.
This is a wonderful example of what can happen when our school, families, and community work together! Every time you shop at Food City, you have an opportunity to help Rhea Valley Elementary earn valuable support through the School Bucks Challenge.
🛒 Want to help our school? It’s EASY!
❤️ Make sure you have a Food City Value Card
🖤 Link your Value Card to Rhea Valley Elementary
❤️ Shop at Food City and use your linked Value Card
🖤 Watch your everyday shopping turn into support for our students!
Every purchase can make a difference! Your participation helps provide additional opportunities, resources, and experiences for our Junior Cavs.
Thank you to Food City for investing in our students and to our amazing Rhea Valley families for continuing to support our school!
A HUGE thank-you to Food City for supporting Rhea Valley Elementary through the School Bucks Challenge! 🎉 We are so excited to receive a check that will help support our students and our school.
This is a wonderful example of what can happen when our school, families, and community work together! Every time you shop at Food City, you have an opportunity to help Rhea Valley Elementary earn valuable support through the School Bucks Challenge.
🛒 Want to help our school? It’s EASY!
❤️ Make sure you have a Food City Value Card
🖤 Link your Value Card to Rhea Valley Elementary
❤️ Shop at Food City and use your linked Value Card
🖤 Watch your everyday shopping turn into support for our students!
Every purchase can make a difference! Your participation helps provide additional opportunities, resources, and experiences for our Junior Cavs.
Thank you to Food City for investing in our students and to our amazing Rhea Valley families for continuing to support our school!
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, September 1st.... Coat of Many Colors Day Honoring Dolly Parton at RVES
A huge thank you to KT Bread Shed for the wonderful snacks donated to our teachers' lounge.
At Rhea Valley Elementary School our motto is "Building Better Together," and we are so grateful for local businesses like KT Bread Shed that help us support and encourage our teachers and staff.
If you know of a business or individual who would like to donate snacks to our teachers' lounge or make a small donation to our School Culture Committee, we would love to hear from you!
Please reach out to Savannah Roberts at ssmullins@wcs.k12.va.us
Thank you for helping us build better together!
At Rhea Valley Elementary School our motto is "Building Better Together," and we are so grateful for local businesses like KT Bread Shed that help us support and encourage our teachers and staff.
If you know of a business or individual who would like to donate snacks to our teachers' lounge or make a small donation to our School Culture Committee, we would love to hear from you!
Please reach out to Savannah Roberts at ssmullins@wcs.k12.va.us
Thank you for helping us build better together!
We are excited to announce that Pre-K Color Days will be celebrated every Thursday at Rhea Valley Elementary!
Each Thursday, our Jr. Cavs will have the opportunity to wear a special color and celebrate learning, friendship, and school spirit together. We hope this will be a fun and exciting way for our youngest Cavaliers to look forward to Thursdays each week!
We encourage families to participate when possible, but please know that participation is completely optional. We can't wait to see all our students brightening up the school each Thursday with their colorful outfits and big smiles!
Thank you for helping us make learning fun, colorful, and exciting!
Each Thursday, our Jr. Cavs will have the opportunity to wear a special color and celebrate learning, friendship, and school spirit together. We hope this will be a fun and exciting way for our youngest Cavaliers to look forward to Thursdays each week!
We encourage families to participate when possible, but please know that participation is completely optional. We can't wait to see all our students brightening up the school each Thursday with their colorful outfits and big smiles!
Thank you for helping us make learning fun, colorful, and exciting!
❤️ WHAT A FIRST DAY! 🖤
What a wonderful way to kick off the school year at Rhea Valley Elementary! 🎉📚
A HUGE thank you to our incredible PTO and The Coffee Thief in Damascus for helping make the first day extra special with delicious coffee and pastries for our faculty and staff! Your thoughtfulness and generosity gave us the perfect boost to start the year with smiles and energy. We appreciate you!
And to our amazing faculty and staff—thank you for your dedication, patience, and positive energy as you welcomed our students and families.
To our students—you made our first day one to remember! We loved seeing your smiles, hearing your laughter, and watching you jump into a new year of learning. 📚✨
And to our families—thank you for trusting us with your children and for partnering with us as we begin another incredible school year.
Today was a beautiful reminder that when we all work together, amazing things happen! ❤️🖤
Here’s to an incredible year of BUILDING BETTER TOGETHER!
❤️🖤 Go Cavs! 🖤❤️
What a wonderful way to kick off the school year at Rhea Valley Elementary! 🎉📚
A HUGE thank you to our incredible PTO and The Coffee Thief in Damascus for helping make the first day extra special with delicious coffee and pastries for our faculty and staff! Your thoughtfulness and generosity gave us the perfect boost to start the year with smiles and energy. We appreciate you!
And to our amazing faculty and staff—thank you for your dedication, patience, and positive energy as you welcomed our students and families.
To our students—you made our first day one to remember! We loved seeing your smiles, hearing your laughter, and watching you jump into a new year of learning. 📚✨
And to our families—thank you for trusting us with your children and for partnering with us as we begin another incredible school year.
Today was a beautiful reminder that when we all work together, amazing things happen! ❤️🖤
Here’s to an incredible year of BUILDING BETTER TOGETHER!
❤️🖤 Go Cavs! 🖤❤️
❤️ THANK YOU, RHEA VALLEY FAMILIES! 🖤
What a wonderful Registration Day at Rhea Valley Elementary! 🎉
A HUGE thank you to our amazing faculty and staff, students, and families for helping make the day such a success! Your smiles, teamwork, patience, and excitement helped create such a welcoming start to a new school year.
To our faculty and staff—thank you for working behind the scenes and going above and beyond to make everything run smoothly.
To our students—thank you for bringing your excitement and positive energy! We can't wait to see you grow and shine this year. ⭐
To our families—thank you for partnering with us and helping us prepare for another incredible year together.
At Rhea Valley, we know that great schools are built by great people working together. ❤️🖤
Thank you for helping us BUILD BETTER TOGETHER!
Here’s to an amazing school year ahead! 🎒📚✨
What a wonderful Registration Day at Rhea Valley Elementary! 🎉
A HUGE thank you to our amazing faculty and staff, students, and families for helping make the day such a success! Your smiles, teamwork, patience, and excitement helped create such a welcoming start to a new school year.
To our faculty and staff—thank you for working behind the scenes and going above and beyond to make everything run smoothly.
To our students—thank you for bringing your excitement and positive energy! We can't wait to see you grow and shine this year. ⭐
To our families—thank you for partnering with us and helping us prepare for another incredible year together.
At Rhea Valley, we know that great schools are built by great people working together. ❤️🖤
Thank you for helping us BUILD BETTER TOGETHER!
Here’s to an amazing school year ahead! 🎒📚✨
