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Dear Raleigh County Schools Parents and Guardians,
On Monday, April 8, 2024, it is anticipated between 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM that our region will experience a partial solar eclipse. A solar eclipse occurs when the moon moves between the sun and Earth, blocking all or a portion of the sun’s rays.
Medical professionals advise it is always dangerous to look directly at the sun without appropriate eye protection. Out of an abundance of caution, Raleigh County Schools (RCS) will be taking extra steps for your child’s safety.
•RCS will follow a regular schedule on Monday, April 8, 2024.
•All schools have been encouraged to share the solar eclipse viewing experience with students by utilizing television feeds or internet live streams.
•Resources and lessons about the solar eclipse are available from the West Virginia Department of Education, NASA, and other science outlets.
•School staff will advise students of the dangers of looking directly at the sun at any time, especially during the solar eclipse.
•Students will not be permitted outside for any activities other than those planned and approved by the principal during the hours of 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. This includes recess, athletics, band or other outdoor after school activities.
•As students are dismissed, staff will be on hand to instruct students not to look directly at the sun and to monitor as they exit the building.
The eclipse may occur during dismissal time. RCS asks parents to reinforce the dangers of looking at the sun and to remind their children not to look directly at the sun on their way home from school on Monday, April 8, 2024.
We appreciate your understanding and support during this unique learning experience and ask that you talk with your children about the eclipse prior to school on Monday, April 8.
Building Brighter Futures. Episode 3. Bus Safety. https://youtu.be/R6AB06a9u50
Gear Up SWV Meet & Greet for Raleigh County 7th and 8th grade students.
September 25-29, 2023, for middle school students, Raleigh County GEAR UP Spirit Week.
RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS INVITES YOU TO THE 2023 MIDDLE SCHOOL STEAM-CTE CAMP
Dates: July 10-20, 2023
Locations: Beckley-Stratton Middle School and Academy of Career and Technology Campuses
Time: 7:30 AM-1:30 PM
Good luck Golden Horseshoe participants.
Parents, This is a reminder that grade cards will go home tomorrow, Friday, January 27th.
Free afterschool tutoring
Raleigh County Schools is happy to announce opportunities for students across the county to receive free afterschool tutoring. These services are made possible through Extended Program grants and provided by your child’s home school certified teachers.
Tutoring services may include…
· In person one-on-one or small group - core content academic sessions
· In person one-on-one or small group - critical school success tutoring sessions for items such as (organization skills, technology skills, study skills, test taking tips, etc.)
· In person one-on-one or small group - enrichment support (high stakes test prep SAT, ACT, etc., academic fairs, college/job readiness preparation, etc.)
Please contact your child’s school for details on scheduling tutoring services.
Not all schools offer after school services or services in all areas.
Come out to Beckley Stratton Middle tonight to support our undefeated Roadrunner volleyball team during 8th grade night. The 8th grade players will be recognized after the JV game. Game time starts at 6:00pm.
Raleigh County Schools Attendance Poster Contest
Park Middle School will have an Open House on Wednesday, August 24th from 3:00-5:00pm. Incoming 6th grade students and newly enrolled 7th and 8th grade students are welcome to attend.
Have a safe and celebratory Independence Day weekend!
You can view the 2022-23 School Calendar here! https://5il.co/19g1s
We are excited to be launching the brand new website and app soon! Stay tuned for updates this summer!
SUCCESS Career Fair
Thursday, May 19th 6:30p-7:30p
Online Zoom Meeting
For all parents/ guardians of middle school students in Raleigh County.
https://wvu.zoom.us/j/98335396130?pwd=NXNhd0kvWlZzeVhUcHlBZW1mTGFJdz09&fbclid=IwAR2tiu-A5Ag5RhEpcp_A5dwAzjKippu0lYl4huwflpz1yTUyAotVgbh6K_k#success