Today is Bus Driver & Aide Appreciation Day! Thank you to all our bus drivers, aides, and other transportation employees who go above and beyond to ensure students are transported safely to and from school every day! We truly appreciate all you do! #RCPSProud #WeAreOne

RCPS is hiring Middle- and High-School English Teachers! RCPS offers highly competitive pay and excellent benefits including membership in the Virginia Retirement System. Apply today at rcps.info/apply!

This morning, Dr. Verletta White, Ed.D., 2023 VA Superintendent of the Year, had the honor of speaking at the Virginia Association of School Superintendents (VASS) Spring Conference. We appreciate the VASS leadership for their unwavering commitment to excellence in public education!

Our Westside Elementary School Eagles have a special message for everyone on this Friday afternoon! #RCPSProud

Are Ts are engaging in a professional learning experience facilitated by Mrs.Seidel, RCPS Mindfulness Coordinator because self-care is the BEST care Roanoke City Public Schools Westside Elementary School

With the opening of the Charles W. Day Technical Education Center, we have doubled our CTE seat capacity and are providing students with cutting-edge opportunities that will benefit our entire community for generations to come! #WeAreOne #RCPSProud youtu.be/Gz50kWvjStk

We're excited to partner with Virginia Western and local business and community partners this summer to provide our students with the opportunity to participate in FREE career exploration camps! Register today by visiting virginiawestern.edu/camps! youtube.com/watch?v=aI-CEc…

Our Ts continue to work collaboratively when analyzing student data to plan for ways to narrow the achievement gaps. This cyclical process requires action planning & ensures we continue to respond to their individual Ss needs. #continuousimprovement
#nameandneed Roanoke City Public Schools

Charles W. Day Technical Education Center dedication! This technical education center provides Roanoke City Public Schools students with access to over a dozen career preparation programs, giving them a unique opportunity to learn about different industries and receive college credits.

Thank you to everyone who attended today’s dedication of DAYTEC! We have doubled CTE seat capacity and are providing students with cutting-edge opportunities that will benefit our entire community for generations to come. #WeAreOne #RCPSProud #EquityinAction

RCPS now has two Career and Technical Education (CTE) Centers, ROTEC - Roanoke Technical Education Center and the new Charles W. Day Technical Education Center (DAYTEC)! This afternoon a dedication event for DAYTEC will be LIVE STREAMED on Facebook so tune in at 4pm!

This week's guest reader for 52 Weeks of Reading is Stan Robinson, Director of Facilities. Mr. Robinson is reading Horton Hears a Who by Dr. Seuss. youtu.be/hYiv2aeREf8

Important Schedule Change: The previously scheduled two-hour early dismissal for students on Wednesday, April 24 has been moved to Friday, April 26, 2024. Visit rcps.info for more information.

The RCPS Works Student Job Fair and Transition Services Fair was held last week with 80 employers and more than 200 students connecting for summer jobs, internships, and other career opportunities. Thank you to everyone who participated and for your support of RCPS students!

Reminder: 2-Hour Early Dismissal
Students will dismiss two hours early on Monday, April 8 due to the timing of the partial solar eclipse. Please visit our Science Department’s webpage for additional information and resources related to the eclipse. (rcps.info/Page/1154)

Dr. Verletta White, Ed.D. was pleased to be at Hollins University speaking to teachers and students about the Power of Education. Thank you to President Hinton and everyone at Hollins University for your partnership!

This week's guest reader for 52 Weeks of Reading is Danielle Allen, Principal at Hurt Park Elementary School. Ms. Allen is readingThe World Needs More Purple People written by Kristen Bell and Benjamin Hart and illustrated by Daniel Wiseman. youtu.be/sHNCNlGi3CI

This week is National Assistant Principals Week! We are so thankful to our Assistant Principals for their enormous contributions in supporting our students, families, and staff. #RCPSProud #ThankAPrincipal #NAPW

Today is the last day to register for RCPS Works Student Job Fair - April 4th from 3 - 6:30 p.m. Conduct on-site interviews & hire hardworking students for summer and beyond. Register now and connect with hundreds of potential employees! bit.ly/rcpsworks2024