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.
Students in grades 1 and 2 have been having a great time participating in the afterschool speed stacking club. The goal of the activity is to quickly build and dismantle cup towers, racing to return the cups to a single stack as fast as they can.
Today, the kindergarten class embarked on their fall adventure to Presque Isle! They enjoyed a nature walk, discovering various animals and learning about different types of trees. The children also had fun playing on the beach, all while taking in the beautiful weather!
The following students were recognized during the morning announcements for demonstrating the RCS Character strengths. Great job scholars and keep up the good work!
Second grade scholars had an adventure at Harvest View Greenhouses today! They met farm animals, climbed a hay pyramid, went down a giant pumpkin slide, and tackled an obstacle course. I can’t wait to read their reflections on this exciting experience!
Ripley’s 3rd-grade students enjoyed a swimming adventure at Chautauqua Lake Central School. We were thrilled that by the end of the morning, 12 out of 17 students passed their deep-end swim test. A big thank you to CLCS for partnering with us to provide this opportunity.
This morning, the following students were recognized for their outstanding character and scholarship. Each of these scholars exemplified the RCS Character Trait of Leadership, demonstrating that great leaders lead by example. Keep up the excellent work!
The following students had their Eagle Wings Pulled today. Many of the students were recognized for the RCS Character trait of leadership and specifically setting a great example for their classmates. Great job scholars, keep up the good work!
