Ritchie County Schools County Spelling Bee will be March 18th beginning at 5:30pm in the RCHS auditorium. Grades 1st through 8th will be participating. If your child is unable to attend, please contact your child's school.
Participants- please be at the RCHS auditorium by 5:15pm. Please contact your child' school with any questions.
Participants- please be at the RCHS auditorium by 5:15pm. Please contact your child' school with any questions.
🍀 STEAM Challenge #2 is Here! 🍀
Next week, March 16–20, it’s time for STEAM Challenge #2! Choose one of the fun projects below to help us celebrate St. Patrick’s Day:
1️⃣ Build a house with a moving door for a leprechaun.
2️⃣ Build a bridge at least 8″ long and 4″ off the ground that can hold 6″ leprechaun coins.
3️⃣ Create a board game for St. Patrick’s Day.
4️⃣ Create a maze for a marble or leprechaun.
5️⃣ Build a structure that can hold leprechaun coins.
6️⃣ Make a parachute that would help a leprechaun float slowly to the ground.
📅 Deadline: Projects must be turned in by Friday morning.
📸 Too big to bring to school? No problem! You can submit a photo of your project instead.
Send your photos to Miss Clarisa or Mrs. Ashley Haddox through Rooms.
Get creative and have fun! 🌈✨
Looking forward to warmer days and sunshine!
This weekend, March 8th, clocks will spring forward 1 hour!
This weekend, March 8th, clocks will spring forward 1 hour!
Preschool Registration is Opening Soon!
Ritchie County Schools is excited to announce Preschool Registration for the 2026–2027 School Year!
Registration Opens: March 2, 2026
Save the Date: Screening Day – Friday, May 1, 2026
Children must be four (4) years old before July 1, 2026 to register Pre-K Registration
Plan Ahead! Be sure to have:
• State Certified Birth Certificate
• Mandatory Vaccines
• Dental Exam (within past 12 months)
• Well Child Exam (within past 12 months)
• Student Social Security Card
• Parent Identification
• Completed Registration Packet
Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit ritchieschools.com to register
Or call 304-643-2991 ext. 109 or 110
All required items must be submitted by May 1, 2026 Pre-K Registration
We can’t wait to welcome our newest learners to Ritchie County Schools!
Ritchie County Schools is excited to announce Preschool Registration for the 2026–2027 School Year!
Registration Opens: March 2, 2026
Save the Date: Screening Day – Friday, May 1, 2026
Children must be four (4) years old before July 1, 2026 to register Pre-K Registration
Plan Ahead! Be sure to have:
• State Certified Birth Certificate
• Mandatory Vaccines
• Dental Exam (within past 12 months)
• Well Child Exam (within past 12 months)
• Student Social Security Card
• Parent Identification
• Completed Registration Packet
Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit ritchieschools.com to register
Or call 304-643-2991 ext. 109 or 110
All required items must be submitted by May 1, 2026 Pre-K Registration
We can’t wait to welcome our newest learners to Ritchie County Schools!
📚🎉 Read Across America Week is Coming to Harrisville Elementary! 🎉📚
We are excited to celebrate Read Across America Week, March 2nd–6th with a fun-filled Spirit Week at Harrisville Elementary School! Let’s celebrate the joy of reading together!
We are excited to celebrate Read Across America Week, March 2nd–6th with a fun-filled Spirit Week at Harrisville Elementary School! Let’s celebrate the joy of reading together!
Harrisville Elementary School is joining with WVDE and celebrating Public Schools Week. To kick off the celebration, please help us GO RED for PUBLIC ED tomorrow, Friday February 20th. We encourage our staff, students, and community members to show their love for Harrisville Elementary School by wearing red tomorrow.
Ritchie County Schools Snow Day Status and Calendar Adjustment
**As of February 2, 2026**
Ritchie County has utilized the allowed 5 NTI days and 5 Inclement Weather "Snow Days" and will be adjusting the calendar as follows: Last Day of School for Students is now May 29, 2026.
May 28th and May 29th are now instructional days.
Ritchie County Schools Calendar is subject to change. We will keep you informed!
**As of February 2, 2026**
Ritchie County has utilized the allowed 5 NTI days and 5 Inclement Weather "Snow Days" and will be adjusting the calendar as follows: Last Day of School for Students is now May 29, 2026.
May 28th and May 29th are now instructional days.
Ritchie County Schools Calendar is subject to change. We will keep you informed!
📣 Menu Changes for Next Week 🍽️
Please see the updated lunch menu for next week:
Monday: Pulled BBQ chicken nachos, black bean corn, and veggies with dip
Tuesday: Chicken sandwich, fries, and cooked carrots
Wednesday: Pizza, salad, and corn
Thursday: Chicken, mashed potatoes, green beans, and bread
Friday: Corn dogs, baked beans, and fries
Please see the updated lunch menu for next week:
Monday: Pulled BBQ chicken nachos, black bean corn, and veggies with dip
Tuesday: Chicken sandwich, fries, and cooked carrots
Wednesday: Pizza, salad, and corn
Thursday: Chicken, mashed potatoes, green beans, and bread
Friday: Corn dogs, baked beans, and fries
💖 Harrisville Happy Hearts Fundraiser 💖
Send your child, teacher, or a special friend a sweet Valentine’s Day surprise! 💌
HES PTO is selling Valentine’s Day treats that will be delivered during school celebrations:
🍫 2 Chocolate-Covered Pretzel Rods – $3
🍭 4" Round Lollipop – $3
🐒 Valentine’s Day Stuffed Monkey – $2
💝 Bundle Deals:
• Pretzels + Stuffed Monkey – $5
• Lollipop + Stuffed Monkey – $5
Order forms have been sent home and must be returned with full payment by Thursday, February 5th.
Thank you for supporting HES PTO and helping us spread the love this Valentine’s Day! 💕🐊
Send your child, teacher, or a special friend a sweet Valentine’s Day surprise! 💌
HES PTO is selling Valentine’s Day treats that will be delivered during school celebrations:
🍫 2 Chocolate-Covered Pretzel Rods – $3
🍭 4" Round Lollipop – $3
🐒 Valentine’s Day Stuffed Monkey – $2
💝 Bundle Deals:
• Pretzels + Stuffed Monkey – $5
• Lollipop + Stuffed Monkey – $5
Order forms have been sent home and must be returned with full payment by Thursday, February 5th.
Thank you for supporting HES PTO and helping us spread the love this Valentine’s Day! 💕🐊
"Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that." — Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Today we honor the enduring legacy of Dr. King. Let’s reflect on his message of peace, justice, and the power of light to lead the way toward a better future for everyone.
Today we honor the enduring legacy of Dr. King. Let’s reflect on his message of peace, justice, and the power of light to lead the way toward a better future for everyone.
📰 January Gator Gazette is Here! 🐊
Be sure to check out the January edition of the Gator Gazette for important updates, upcoming events, and news from Harrisville Elementary. We’re excited for a great start to the new year—thank you for staying connected and informed!
Be sure to check out the January edition of the Gator Gazette for important updates, upcoming events, and news from Harrisville Elementary. We’re excited for a great start to the new year—thank you for staying connected and informed!
Happy New Year! Just as a reminder- January 2nd is a Professional Learning Day for staff, there is no school for students.
We look forward to see everyone on Monday, January 5, 2026!
We look forward to see everyone on Monday, January 5, 2026!
Wishing our entire School Family a Joyful Break!
As we head into the holiday season, we want to take a moment to thank our incredible staff for their dedication, our students for their hard work, and our families for their unwavering support.
May your Christmas be filled with wonder and your New Year bring peace and new opportunities. We hope you enjoy this well-deserved time to rest, recharge, and make memories with loved ones.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! We can’t wait to see you all in 2026! 🎄🌟
As we head into the holiday season, we want to take a moment to thank our incredible staff for their dedication, our students for their hard work, and our families for their unwavering support.
May your Christmas be filled with wonder and your New Year bring peace and new opportunities. We hope you enjoy this well-deserved time to rest, recharge, and make memories with loved ones.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! We can’t wait to see you all in 2026! 🎄🌟
Happy Holidays, Ritchie County Families!
The most wonderful time of the year is here! We want to wish all of our students, staff, and families a restful and joy-filled Christmas Break.
Dates to Remember:
Break Begins: December 20th
Students Return: January 5th
Staff Note: January 2nd is a Professional Learning Day.
We can't wait to see everyone back in 2026! Enjoy the magic of the season. 🎄✨
The most wonderful time of the year is here! We want to wish all of our students, staff, and families a restful and joy-filled Christmas Break.
Dates to Remember:
Break Begins: December 20th
Students Return: January 5th
Staff Note: January 2nd is a Professional Learning Day.
We can't wait to see everyone back in 2026! Enjoy the magic of the season. 🎄✨
Reminder-
Tomorrow, Friday December 19th is 2 hour Early Dismissal.
Have a safe and enjoyable holiday!
Tomorrow, Friday December 19th is 2 hour Early Dismissal.
Have a safe and enjoyable holiday!
🎄 Christmas Spirit Week is NEXT WEEK at HES! 🎅
We can’t wait to see everyone join in on the festive fun each day!
Be sure to check the daily themes and help your student participate in the holiday cheer.
Let’s make it a week full of Christmas spirit and Gator pride! 💚🐊
We can’t wait to see everyone join in on the festive fun each day!
Be sure to check the daily themes and help your student participate in the holiday cheer.
Let’s make it a week full of Christmas spirit and Gator pride! 💚🐊
HES Christmas Program Reminder! TONIGHT
Our Christmas Program is Thursday, December 4th at 6:00 PM at the RCHS Auditorium!
✨ Important Details:
Students should arrive no earlier than 5:30 PM.
Parents/guardians should drop students off in the Commons Area with HES staff.
After their grade-level performance, students will be waiting in the hallway to be picked up by a parent/guardian.
We look forward to a wonderful evening of holiday performances! 🎶🌟
Our Christmas Program is Thursday, December 4th at 6:00 PM at the RCHS Auditorium!
✨ Important Details:
Students should arrive no earlier than 5:30 PM.
Parents/guardians should drop students off in the Commons Area with HES staff.
After their grade-level performance, students will be waiting in the hallway to be picked up by a parent/guardian.
We look forward to a wonderful evening of holiday performances! 🎶🌟
🎄 HES PTO Santa Store is Coming! 🎅
Harrisville Elementary PTO will be hosting the Santa Store December 8–12! A form has been sent home for families to complete and return with money for the items students would like to purchase.
🛍️ Students may bring up to $15, and each item is $3.
✨ If there are items left over, students will have the opportunity to shop a second time later in the week.
Thank you for supporting our PTO and helping students enjoy this fun holiday tradition! 🎁💚
Harrisville Elementary PTO will be hosting the Santa Store December 8–12! A form has been sent home for families to complete and return with money for the items students would like to purchase.
🛍️ Students may bring up to $15, and each item is $3.
✨ If there are items left over, students will have the opportunity to shop a second time later in the week.
Thank you for supporting our PTO and helping students enjoy this fun holiday tradition! 🎁💚
🎄 HES Christmas Program Reminder! 🎄
Our Christmas Program is Thursday, December 4th at 6:00 PM at the RCHS Auditorium!
✨ Important Details:
Students should arrive no earlier than 5:30 PM.
Parents/guardians should drop students off in the Commons Area with HES staff.
After their grade-level performance, students will be waiting in the hallway to be picked up by a parent/guardian.
We look forward to a wonderful evening of holiday performances! 🎶🌟
Our Christmas Program is Thursday, December 4th at 6:00 PM at the RCHS Auditorium!
✨ Important Details:
Students should arrive no earlier than 5:30 PM.
Parents/guardians should drop students off in the Commons Area with HES staff.
After their grade-level performance, students will be waiting in the hallway to be picked up by a parent/guardian.
We look forward to a wonderful evening of holiday performances! 🎶🌟
As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, Ritchie County Schools want to pause and express our sincere gratitude for the incredible partnership we share with you in educating your children.
We wish you and your loved ones a very happy and restful Thanksgiving holiday. May this time be filled with joy, warmth, delicious food, and cherished moments as you gather with family and friends.
We look forward to welcoming our students back refreshed and ready to learn after the break on Monday December 1st.
We wish you and your loved ones a very happy and restful Thanksgiving holiday. May this time be filled with joy, warmth, delicious food, and cherished moments as you gather with family and friends.
We look forward to welcoming our students back refreshed and ready to learn after the break on Monday December 1st.
