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2024-2025 School Calendar
Check important dates for the year, and check for calendar changes resulting from winter weather
Get ready to read!
Check the Lit Limo schedule for a stop close to you
Championing literacy everyday!
Support your school and public libraries
Visit the Richmond Public Library
Celebrate Black History Month
How are we celebrating at WHES?
March is Arts in Our Schools Month!
Happening at Our School
All RPS offices and schools are closed March 31st - April 4th for Eid-al-Fitr and spring break.
You don't want to miss Literacy and Art Night Thursday, March 20th from 5-7 p.m. We have:
A performance by the Guitar Club
A visit with local author and illustrator, Theodore Taylor, III
Make & take literacy stations
Visit with the Richmond Public Library
Tons of art stations
Silent auction
The Scholastic Book Fair arrives at WHES Monday, March 17th and ends Friday, March 21st! Contact Ms. Barker, Librarian, with any questions.
Read Across America week is March 3rd - March 7th, and we're celebrating with guest readers and a SPIRIT WEEK! Here are the themes for our Read Across America Spirit Week:
Monday: Dress as your favorite book character
Team-up Tuesday: Team-up for reading (wear your favorite sports team gear)
Word Wednesday: Wear clothes with words on theme
Wild About Reading Thursday: Dress like an animal or wear animal print
Friday: Cozy up with a book: PJ Day
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Happening in Richmond
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Announcements
As a part of Richmond Public Schools’ (RPS) ongoing efforts to enhance safety for students and staff members, clear backpack requirements will be in effect for the 2024-25 School Year.
If you or someone you know needs mental health support, please access the resources listed here.
Join the RPS team in teaching, leading, and serving with love next year! We're thrilled to offer sign-on bonuses and paid training for select positions. View our current job openings and apply today!
Show your #RPSLove and check out our RPS Love Bonfire store with t-shirts, hoodies, masks and more! All proceeds and donations benefit our schools, teachers and instructional assistants, and local racial justice, housing, and food support non-profits.