Does your family need a little extra help with the grocery budget? 🍎 SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) helps families buy healthy food at grocery stores and farmers markets, ensuring students have the nutrition they need to learn and grow.
With SNAP:
Your family can buy more food at the grocery store.
Our schools receive more funding that directly benefits students.
Applying is free, confidential, and takes less than five minutes to see if you are eligible.
Visit SNAPHelpNY.org to see if you qualify or apply online at myBenefits.ny.gov.
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Today is the day!
To learn more about the Ripley 2026 Capital Project, please visit the official project page at https://www.ripleycsd.org/page/capital-project.
Students in grades 4-6 participated in the After-School Fitness Center, where they learned how to safely and responsibly use fitness machines and free weights, engage in cardio activities, and develop healthy exercise habits 🏋️♂️🥗✨. Throughout the program, students practiced proper form, learned the importance of warming up and cooling down, and explored different ways to stay active.
In addition to strength and cardio training, students participated in stretching and yoga, helping them build flexibility, balance, and mindfulness.🧘♀️
A strong emphasis was placed on teamwork, confidence, and perseverance as students supported one another, set personal goals, and celebrated their progress 🌟🎉.
This program encouraged students to build happy, healthy routines while developing lifelong skills for physical and mental wellness.♥️
In addition to strength and cardio training, students participated in stretching and yoga, helping them build flexibility, balance, and mindfulness.🧘♀️
A strong emphasis was placed on teamwork, confidence, and perseverance as students supported one another, set personal goals, and celebrated their progress 🌟🎉.
This program encouraged students to build happy, healthy routines while developing lifelong skills for physical and mental wellness.♥️
PK Registration for 2026-2027 School Year
Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Registration for the 2026-2027 UPK (Universal Pre-K) Program will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2026. If you're a parent wishing to register your child, please contact the Guidance Office at 716-736-7232 to begin the process.
Eligibility:
To qualify for the UPK Program, a child must be 3 years old on or before December 1, 2026.
If you know of any neighbors or friends with children of UPK3 or UPK4 age who might not see this post, please let them know about the registration!
We will also be offering tours (at a later date) and answering parent questions once the registration process begins. We can’t wait to meet our youngest scholars and their families!
Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Registration for the 2026-2027 UPK (Universal Pre-K) Program will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2026. If you're a parent wishing to register your child, please contact the Guidance Office at 716-736-7232 to begin the process.
Eligibility:
To qualify for the UPK Program, a child must be 3 years old on or before December 1, 2026.
If you know of any neighbors or friends with children of UPK3 or UPK4 age who might not see this post, please let them know about the registration!
We will also be offering tours (at a later date) and answering parent questions once the registration process begins. We can’t wait to meet our youngest scholars and their families!
We had 100 reasons to celebrate today as we marked the 100th Day of School! 🎉
Our students had so much fun getting creative for this special milestone. Some came dressed as 100-year-old men and women — complete with gray hair, glasses, canes, and lots of character! Others were ready for 100-degree weather, rocking summer clothes, sunglasses, and beach vibes… even though it was a blustery winter day outside! ❄️☀️
Classrooms were buzzing with excitement as students counted, sorted, and displayed 100 items — everything from stickers and collections to colorful M&Ms! The creativity was incredible, and it was such a fun way to practice math skills while celebrating this big accomplishment.
From laughter in the hallways to hands-on 100-themed activities, it was a day filled with fun, learning, and school spirit. We also celebrated 100 days of learning, growing, making memories… and yes, maybe even 100 days of pushing a few buttons along the way! 😉
We are 100 days smarter and so proud of all the growth our students have shown so far this year. Here’s to the next 80 days of learning and adventure! 💯📚
Our students had so much fun getting creative for this special milestone. Some came dressed as 100-year-old men and women — complete with gray hair, glasses, canes, and lots of character! Others were ready for 100-degree weather, rocking summer clothes, sunglasses, and beach vibes… even though it was a blustery winter day outside! ❄️☀️
Classrooms were buzzing with excitement as students counted, sorted, and displayed 100 items — everything from stickers and collections to colorful M&Ms! The creativity was incredible, and it was such a fun way to practice math skills while celebrating this big accomplishment.
From laughter in the hallways to hands-on 100-themed activities, it was a day filled with fun, learning, and school spirit. We also celebrated 100 days of learning, growing, making memories… and yes, maybe even 100 days of pushing a few buttons along the way! 😉
We are 100 days smarter and so proud of all the growth our students have shown so far this year. Here’s to the next 80 days of learning and adventure! 💯📚
🥕🍓 February Fitness for Kids Challenge! 🍎🥑
This month, our goal is to eat 5 servings of fruits and veggies every day, and our 4th graders jumped right in by hosting a fun and flavorful tasting day! Students sampled a variety of fresh choices including mango, plums, gummy bear grapes, kiwi, avocado, sweet peppers, and sugar snap peas.
After tasting, everyone voted for their favorites… and the winner was gummy bear grapes, with plums coming in a very close second! 🍇🏆
A big thank you to Independent Health Foundation for supporting this exciting (and delicious!) opportunity for our students to explore healthy foods. Way to go, 4th grade! 🌟
#HealthyHabits #FitnessForKids #TasteTestFun
This month, our goal is to eat 5 servings of fruits and veggies every day, and our 4th graders jumped right in by hosting a fun and flavorful tasting day! Students sampled a variety of fresh choices including mango, plums, gummy bear grapes, kiwi, avocado, sweet peppers, and sugar snap peas.
After tasting, everyone voted for their favorites… and the winner was gummy bear grapes, with plums coming in a very close second! 🍇🏆
A big thank you to Independent Health Foundation for supporting this exciting (and delicious!) opportunity for our students to explore healthy foods. Way to go, 4th grade! 🌟
#HealthyHabits #FitnessForKids #TasteTestFun
🦅 Eagle Wing Celebration! 🎉
Today we had the joy of recognizing students with Eagle Wing prizes for demonstrating their Ripley Character Strengths throughout the school day. From grit and responsibility to thankfulness and leadership, these students are shining examples of what it means to be part of our school community.
Thank you for sharing your amazing children with Ripley Community School — they truly help our school soar every day! 💙💛
#EagleWings #RipleyPride #CharacterMatters
Today we had the joy of recognizing students with Eagle Wing prizes for demonstrating their Ripley Character Strengths throughout the school day. From grit and responsibility to thankfulness and leadership, these students are shining examples of what it means to be part of our school community.
Thank you for sharing your amazing children with Ripley Community School — they truly help our school soar every day! 💙💛
#EagleWings #RipleyPride #CharacterMatters
We will see everyone when we return from Mid-Winter Recess on February 23rd - the 100th day of school!
❄️☀️ What a beautiful day for a winter adventure!
Our Kindergarten students made the most of the sunshine and fresh air by heading outside for snowshoeing fun. They trekked through the snow, explored nature, and showed off their adventurous spirits. To top it all off, everyone enjoyed delicious s’mores together — the perfect sweet ending to a great day!
We love seeing our youngest learners making memories, staying active, and embracing the outdoors all year long. 💙
Our Kindergarten students made the most of the sunshine and fresh air by heading outside for snowshoeing fun. They trekked through the snow, explored nature, and showed off their adventurous spirits. To top it all off, everyone enjoyed delicious s’mores together — the perfect sweet ending to a great day!
We love seeing our youngest learners making memories, staying active, and embracing the outdoors all year long. 💙
Reminder: Students will have Early Dismissal on Friday, February 13 at 11:00 am.
Ripley Central School will be closed Monday, January 26, 2026 due to inclement weather.
🦅✨ Eagle Wing Alert! ✨🦅
Eagle Wings were flying out the door today as we celebrated students who showed off their Ripley Character Strengths! Grit? ✔️ Responsibility? ✔️ Respect? ✔️ Leadership? ✔️ Thankfulness? ✔️Positive choices? DOUBLE ✔️✔️
We are so proud of these students for making great decisions and helping our school community soar! Thank you, families, for sharing your awesome kids with us — they truly make RCS a special place 💙💛
#RipleyPride #EagleWings #CharacterCounts #FlyingHigh
Eagle Wings were flying out the door today as we celebrated students who showed off their Ripley Character Strengths! Grit? ✔️ Responsibility? ✔️ Respect? ✔️ Leadership? ✔️ Thankfulness? ✔️Positive choices? DOUBLE ✔️✔️
We are so proud of these students for making great decisions and helping our school community soar! Thank you, families, for sharing your awesome kids with us — they truly make RCS a special place 💙💛
#RipleyPride #EagleWings #CharacterCounts #FlyingHigh
Ripley Central School is closed today, Tuesday, January 20, 2026 due to inclement weather.
RCS is closed today due to inclement weather.
🧱✨ Our 1st and 2nd Grade students in Ms. Perkins LEGOS Recess students are having a blast! From imaginative buildings to creative problem-solving, these young engineers are using their teamwork and creativity to design new and exciting creations. We love seeing their ideas come to life—one brick at a time! 🧠🚀
There will be NO OPEN SWIM tonight, January 14, 2026. Open swim will resume on Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
🎯 Archery Success! 🎯
This past Monday, students from Ripley and Chautauqua Lake proudly attended the Global Concept Chapter School National Archery in Schools State qualifying event in Lackawanna, NY.
Fourteen archers competed—many for the very first time—and every single one achieved a personal best score! Even more impressive, five archers qualified for the NASP New York State Championships, which will be held in Syracuse this March.
We couldn’t be prouder of their focus, determination, and hard work.
👏 Great job, archers! 👏
This past Monday, students from Ripley and Chautauqua Lake proudly attended the Global Concept Chapter School National Archery in Schools State qualifying event in Lackawanna, NY.
Fourteen archers competed—many for the very first time—and every single one achieved a personal best score! Even more impressive, five archers qualified for the NASP New York State Championships, which will be held in Syracuse this March.
We couldn’t be prouder of their focus, determination, and hard work.
👏 Great job, archers! 👏
🦅✨ Eagle Wing Winners! ✨🦅
Today we celebrated students who earned Eagle Wing prizes by proudly demonstrating their Ripley Character Strengths! From kindness and responsibility to perseverance and positivity, these students truly shined.
We are so grateful to our families for partnering with RCS and sharing such amazing kids with us. Together, we’re helping our school community soar higher every day! 💙💛
#RipleyPride #EagleWings #CharacterCounts #SoaringTogether
Today we celebrated students who earned Eagle Wing prizes by proudly demonstrating their Ripley Character Strengths! From kindness and responsibility to perseverance and positivity, these students truly shined.
We are so grateful to our families for partnering with RCS and sharing such amazing kids with us. Together, we’re helping our school community soar higher every day! 💙💛
#RipleyPride #EagleWings #CharacterCounts #SoaringTogether
📌 No School – Monday, January 19
In observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Enjoy your 3-day weekend!
In observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Enjoy your 3-day weekend!