Important Announcement: School Closed on Thursday, December 12
Due to ongoing inclement weather and additional snow expected, we have made the decision to cancel school for today, Thursday, December 12. While it may not look bad in some areas, the blowing and drifting snow on the hill make in dangerous for travel. Additionally, the K-6 Winter concert will be rescheduled to next week. This date will be determined and parents/guardians will be notified in the next Friday Letter.
Please stay home, keep warm, and stay safe. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Friday.
Thank you for your understanding!
The wintry weather has given us the opportunity to embrace the season and enjoy some outdoor fun! This past week, it was wonderful to see Mr. Rowe and the PE students sledding on the slopes in front of the school. The students eagerly look forward to this adventure every year!
Important Notice: Sports Bus Cancelled for Friday, 12/13/2024
Attention RCS Students and Parents:
Please be advised that the sports bus for Friday, December 13, 2024 has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Thank you for your understanding, and please make alternate transportation arrangements.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact 716-736-7614.
Best regards,
RCS Transportation Department
Students who finish breakfast early have been enjoying their mornings with the Mighty Milers Club. During breakfast time, they get extra time in the small gym to exercise, and rack up those steps! It’s a fun and gives students another great reason to arrive at school early.
We had the pleasure of recognizing several students this morning for their outstanding character and academic achievements. Keep embodying the RCS Character Strengths of Grit, Leadership, Responsibility, and Respect.
We kicked off December with a Crew Celebration this Friday! Students explored Responsibility, this month’s Leadworthy Character Trait, and how it builds teamwork. In a fun hula hoop activity, their teamwork and communication improved with each round. It was inspiring to watch!
Fifth-grade students visited kindergarten to share their latest writing projects and read stories to the younger students. Both groups did an excellent job practicing good audience skills and presenting confidently. Great work, scholars!
Important Announcement: School Closed on Monday, December 2
Due to ongoing inclement weather and additional snow expected, we have made the decision to cancel school for Monday, December 2. This closure will give our school staff, local and state officials, and community members the necessary time to manage the conditions and ensure everyone's safety.
Please stay home, keep warm, and stay safe. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Tuesday.
Thank you for your understanding!
The following students were recognized for their scholarship and character this morning. The future is bright with this bunch of leaders.
This Monday, Mr. Morton and his friend Roger stopped by Ripley Central School to teach our students all about turkeys and why these fascinating birds are truly amazing! Ask your kids if they remember any turkey facts. It was a fun and educational experience for everyone involved!
One of my favorite traditions at RCS is our annual Family Style Thanksgiving dinner. Students and staff come together to share a meal and express gratitude. Huge thanks to our cafeteria staff for making this special event possible for everyone! #RCS #Thankful #Community
The 1-3rd grade after school club for coding began today. Over 20 students learned how to use use a code to move their Bee Bots across the floor. They had to revise their code when they realized the Bee did not do what they thought they told it to do. Great job using grit and revision!
Students in grade 2-6 have been invited to participate in our November Writing Contest. Over 30 students volunteered to write stories for our October Scary Story Contest. We are hoping for even more this month. The students loved reading their teachers stories last month and encouraged them to continue sharing. All of the teachers are writing stories this week.
Please encourage your child to participate (we can type their handwritten stories if that is easier for them). All of the entries will be displayed in the hall. Consider writing one yourself and sharing it with your child.
Our 2nd graders wrapped up their democracy and government unit with Grace for President and a fun mock election! They learned about voting, informed citizenship, and used their leadership skills to carry out their civic duties. Great job, future leaders!
This morning we kicked the day off with a Crew Celebration. Students were recognized for their attendance, homework completion, and school spirit. This months Leadworthy trait is Teamwork. Students in grades PK-6 worked together to complete two challenges as a team!
Students in the Musical Club are hard at work learning their lines and choreography for Disney's Jungle Book Kids. The school musical is one of my favorite traditions at RCS, and it’s always exciting to watch our students shine on stage.
This morning, following the announcements, the following students were recognized for exemplifying the Ripley Character Traits. Great job, scholars!
Fifteen enthusiastic first and second graders have been enjoying the afterschool indoor soccer club, where they’ve begun learning the basics of the sport known as 'the beautiful game.' A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make this opportunity possible for our students!
The school musical is officially underway! Our set design students are fully engaged, using their talents to bring the story to life through art. We’ll debut Disney’s Jungle Book Kids this December and can’t wait to see their creativity shine on stage!
Students in grades 4, 5, and 6 had the opportunity to sit down with a children's author today. Mindy Nichols Wendell author of Light and Air shared an excerpt of her book. The students and author discussed the writing process, where inspiration comes from and how her dream became a reality.
