Ripley Central School District

"Thank you bunches for all our lunches"
Kindergarten showed their gratitude to our wonderful cafeteria staff this morning!

Today, 3rd grade students in Mrs. Tanner’s class took on a fun team cup stacking challenge! Each group faced an extra twist—everyone could only use one finger, making teamwork and communication key. This activity gave every student a chance to practice this month’s Capturing Kids’ Hearts focus word: perseverance. Way to stick with it and not give up!

Reminder: Students will have Early Dismissal tomorrow, Friday, April 24 at 11:00 am.

Our 6th graders are getting a head start on middle school life! 🔐 Today they practiced using their locker locks as they begin preparing for 7th grade. It’s exciting to see them building confidence and getting ready for this next big step!

📸 Smile! It’s Class Picture Day! 📸

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Don't forget that class pictures will be taken this Friday, April 17. To help us create a coordinated and spirited look for the yearbook, please have your child come to school dressed in:

Something Blue 💙

OR their Ripley Shirt! 👕

We can't wait to see those bright smiles! Thank you for your continued cooperation and school spirit.

Ripley Central School Spring Break April 3-April 10.

Nim's Island Night is underway! Come on down to the island for an hour of tropical fun from 6:00-7:00 this evening!

Our 6th grade students had a fantastic time at their Day of Play at JCC! They explored the importance of play and discovered how it supports brain development and learning—all while having fun together.

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. https://aptg.co/p815Z9

Today is the day!

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.♥️

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!

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! 💯📚

🥕🍓 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

🦅 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

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. 💙

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.