Keeping Healthy Updates
H1N1 Information Packet
Download an Information Packet about the 2009 H1N1 Influenza Vaccine, Answers for Parents and the VDH Student 2009 H1N1 Influenza Vaccination Consent Form (PDF) | Disponible en español
Online Videos Provide H1N1 Guidance to Parents and Schools
The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE), in cooperation with the Virginia Department of Health (VDH), has produced two videos to inform parents, teachers, school administrators, school nurses and other educators of steps they can take to prevent the transmission of H1N1 influenza (also known as “swine flu”) and seasonal influenza.
Link to VDOE Online Videos |
City schools announce changes in testing dates for Governor’s School,
IB program and Community
Richmond Public Schools has updated the testing dates for students who wish to apply to attend Maggie Walker Governor’s School, the district’s International Baccalaureate program at Thomas Jefferson High School or Richmond Community High School for the 2010-2011 school year.
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For FY2011 Budget Information
please visit our Department of Budget and Financial Reporting
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Superintendent Calls for Public Input on Budget Priorities
The Richmond Public Schools budget process is a critical element in planning for the FY2010-2011 school year. Without question, it is imperative that all stakeholders work together in developing innovative and productive strategies to ensure increased student achievement. After all, our ultimate goal is to prepare our children for future success as global citizens; and in that regard, every resource must target that objective.
Read Dr. Brandon's Letter (PDF) | FY2010-2011 Budget Comments (Email) |
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 Maurice Henderson sworn in as 5th District School Board Representative
It’s official. Maurice A. Henderson, a NASA exhibits and education outreach coordinator, now represents the 5th District on the Richmond City School Board. Henderson was sworn in Feb. 2 by Federal Judge Roger L. Gregory, United States Court of Appeals, 4th Circuit.
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The Richmond Public Schools 2010 Citywide Spelling Bee will be held Feb. 10 at Munford
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Bellevue Elementary School Seeks Participants For Annual ‘Black Men Read’ Program
Richmond’s Bellevue Elementary School is looking for a few good men, specifically 100 black men from various professions to take part in the school’s annual “Black Men Read” program.
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The students, teachers and parents of Richmond Public Schools have responded to the disaster in Haiti with the formation of RPS Cares: A Relief Effort for Haiti. The district-wide fundraising campaign will make monetary donations to several Haiti relief efforts including the American Red Cross and Doctors without Boarders.
If you would like to make a contribution to the district’s fundraising effort, please call one of our participating schools.
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Open enrollment applications available Jan. 11; Open enrollment
period runs from Feb. 2–16
Applications to attend open enrollment schools in Richmond will be available to parents beginning Jan. 11 at any Richmond City school or from the district’s Office of Pupil Personnel Services located on the 13th floor of City Hall.
For More Information call 804-780-7811
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City schools to host ‘Principal for a Day’, To Be Rescheduled
2010 Principal for a Day - sponsored by Richmond Public Schools and the Richmond Business Council of the Greater Richmond Chamber. More than 70 area corporate, government, financial, higher education, faith-based, civic and community leaders will experience “a day in the life” of a Richmond City public school principal.
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Parent Resource Center to hold workshops on
How to recognize and prevent bullying, Tuesday, Feb. 9
The Richmond Public Schools Parent Resource Center will hold two workshops to help parents recognize and prevent bullying among their children. Sessions will be held for parents of both elementary and secondary school students on Tuesday, Feb. 9 at the following locations and times:
• Miles Jones Elementary School
200 Beaufont Hills Drive
Noon – 1:30 p.m.
[Map to School]
• Huguenot High School
7945 Forest Hill Avenue
7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
[Map to School]
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City Schools To Host College Financial Aid Workshop Saturday, Feb. 13 at John Marshall
Richmond Public Schools, in conjunction with the Virginia Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators, will host “Super Saturday,” a free college financial aid workshop, Feb. 13 at John Marshall High School
[Map]
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‘IN THE NAME OF LOVE’
Henderson Middle School’s annual “In the Name of Love” project, a school-wide community service program that provides care baskets and supplies to 50 homeless families. The project is designed to expand Henderson students’ perspectives, develop compassion, promote civic responsibility and educate the entire school community about the impact of homelessness. On Feb. 24, students and staff will deliver baskets, prepare and serve dinner, and present a program of song, dance and theater from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Salvation Army Center located at 2 West Grace Street.
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G.H. Reid Elementary School Will Hold Special Italian Math Night
Feb. 25
G.H. Reid Elementary School will hold a special “Olive Garden Italian Math Night” Feb. 25 at 6 p.m. Each grade level will prepare and demonstrate hands-on math lessons for parents and students.
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Holton 5K Run set for March 6
The Linwood Holton Elementary School PTA will hold its 10th Annual Holton 5K Run/Walk March 6 beginning at 9 a.m. The event regularly attracts more than 500 runners and has been recognized by Richmond Magazine as one of the area’s best road races. The 3.2 mile-course winds through the picturesque Ginter Park and Bellevue neighborhoods.
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City School District, Broad Rock Volunteer Honored By Virginia Mentoring Partnership
The Virginia Mentoring Partnership has honored Richmond Public Schools and Marty Bland, a volunteer mentor at Broad Rock Elementary School, as this year’s outstanding organization and individual.
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City school system’s on-time graduation rate continues to improve
The on-time graduation rate for students attending Richmond Public Schools continues to improve, according to a report released today by the Virginia Department of Education.
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Richmond’s SOL scores rise; more than 90 percent of city schools
earn full accreditation
For the fourth straight year, every Richmond City high school is fully accredited, according to the latest results on the state’s Standards of Learning (SOL) tests. In fact, the number of schools earning full accreditation has climbed above 90 percent as 44 of the district’s 47 schools (93.6 percent) met the SOL benchmark scores in English, mathematics, history and science.
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City schools maintain AYP performance levels; Nearly 80 percent of schools meet increased standards in math and reading
Nearly 80 percent of Richmond City Public Schools meet the Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) requirements of the federal government’s No Child Left Behind Act, according to preliminary figures released today. Based on data compiled by school officials, 79 percent (37 of 47) of the city’s schools meet the federal benchmark scores in math and reading.
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