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Prioritize wellness this winter with tips and resources for every RPS family
What’s Happening This Winter?
See all upcoming school events, activities, and important dates.
Happening at McClenney
Join us this Saturday, March 15th to celebrate the fine arts in Richmond Public Schools!
Join us March 9-13th for different art themed spirit days to celebrate the Fine Art Festival this Saturday!
NEA’s Read Across America is an annual reading motivation and awareness program that calls for every child in every community to celebrate reading with the theme: Celebrating a Nation of Diverse Readers.
It's Virginia Kindness Week! The purpose of Kindness Week is to recognize and encourage simple, day-to-day acts of kindness that help make our schools and communities more caring and connected
Happening in Richmond
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Announcements
As a part of Richmond Public Schools’ (RPS) ongoing efforts to enhance safety for students and staff members, clear backpack requirements will be in effect for the 2024-25 School Year.
If you or someone you know needs mental health support, please access the resources listed here.
Join the RPS team in teaching, leading, and serving with love next year! We're thrilled to offer sign-on bonuses and paid training for select positions. View our current job openings and apply today!
Show your #RPSLove and check out our RPS Love Bonfire store with t-shirts, hoodies, masks and more! All proceeds and donations benefit our schools, teachers and instructional assistants, and local racial justice, housing, and food support non-profits.