We are proud to share that Ritchie County Schools has the following grades ranked in the Top 10 in the state of West Virginia for English Language Arts performance on the Statewide Accountability Assessment: 4th, 7th, and 8th.
This success is a reflection of the hard work of our students, the dedication of our staff, and the support of our families and community.
Stay tuned for more posts highlighting how Ritchie County Schools Shine Bright across the state.
This success is a reflection of the hard work of our students, the dedication of our staff, and the support of our families and community.
Stay tuned for more posts highlighting how Ritchie County Schools Shine Bright across the state.
We are proud to share that Ritchie County Schools has the following grades ranked in the Top 10 in the state of West Virginia for Math performance on the Statewide Accountability Assessment: 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, and 7th.
This success is a reflection of the hard work of our students, the dedication of our staff, and the support of our families and community.
Stay tuned for more posts highlighting how Ritchie County Schools Shine Bright across the state.
This success is a reflection of the hard work of our students, the dedication of our staff, and the support of our families and community.
Stay tuned for more posts highlighting how Ritchie County Schools Shine Bright across the state.
We are proud to share that Ritchie County Schools ranked #7 out of 55 counties in the state of West Virginia for overall academic performance on the Statewide Accountability Assessment.
This success is a reflection of the hard work of our students, the dedication of our staff, and the support of our families and community.
Stay tuned for more posts highlighting how Ritchie County Schools Shine Bright across the state.
This success is a reflection of the hard work of our students, the dedication of our staff, and the support of our families and community.
Stay tuned for more posts highlighting how Ritchie County Schools Shine Bright across the state.
📣 RCMS Families — Exciting News!
We’re bringing back the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) at Ritchie County Middle School, and we want YOU to be part of it!
👉 First Meeting:
📅 Tuesday, September 23rd
🕞 3:30 PM
📍 RCMS Makerspace
This is a chance to:
✨ Get involved in school events & activities
✨ Share ideas to support our students and staff
✨ Help strengthen our school community
Whether you can commit a little time or a lot, your voice matters and your support makes a difference.
We hope to see you there , let’s make this a great new chapter for RCMS!
#BlazerPride #RCMSPTO
We’re bringing back the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) at Ritchie County Middle School, and we want YOU to be part of it!
👉 First Meeting:
📅 Tuesday, September 23rd
🕞 3:30 PM
📍 RCMS Makerspace
This is a chance to:
✨ Get involved in school events & activities
✨ Share ideas to support our students and staff
✨ Help strengthen our school community
Whether you can commit a little time or a lot, your voice matters and your support makes a difference.
We hope to see you there , let’s make this a great new chapter for RCMS!
#BlazerPride #RCMSPTO
📢 Save the Date! 📢
Ritchie County Middle School will host a Guardian Workshop on September 18, 2025, from 3:30–5:00 PM.
Administration and staff will be on hand to assist families with:
✅ Viewing student grades & attendance
✅ Navigating the WVEIS Parent Portal
✅ Answering questions and providing support
👉 Don’t forget! Please make sure your child’s school has a working email address on file so you don’t miss important updates.
Scan the QR code on the flyer for the Parent Portal link (or go to https://ritchie.sis.k12.wv.us/ptl.html) and start exploring helpful tools like Student Grades Detail and Daily Attendance Detail.
We look forward to seeing you there! 💙
#BlazerPride #AllInForKids #FamilyEngagement
📸 Picture Day is coming!
🗓 Friday, September 12, 2025
📍 Ritchie County Middle School
Families can order online now at mylifetouch.com using our Picture Day ID: EVTPV3HQO. Early ordering gives access to exclusive discounts and background choices!
✅ Multiple package options available
✅ Bonus items when pre-ordered
✅ Support RCMS with your photo purchase
Don’t miss out, mark your calendars and order ahead to make Picture Day a success!
🗓 Friday, September 12, 2025
📍 Ritchie County Middle School
Families can order online now at mylifetouch.com using our Picture Day ID: EVTPV3HQO. Early ordering gives access to exclusive discounts and background choices!
✅ Multiple package options available
✅ Bonus items when pre-ordered
✅ Support RCMS with your photo purchase
Don’t miss out, mark your calendars and order ahead to make Picture Day a success!
First, we would like to thank everyone in our community that supports our student athletes. They are working hard at their sport, and need support and encouragement as the season continues.
Monday - 9/8
Golf at Sistersville 4:15pm
Volleyball (home) vs Williamstown 6:00pm
Tuesday - 9/9
Volleyball at New Martinsville 6:00pm
Thursday- 9/11
Golf at Minibel- Novice Scramble 4:00pm
Football at Pleasants County 6:00pm
Volleyball (home) vs Pleasants County
Saturday - 9/13
Band at Tyler County Band Competition at 4:30pm
Lots of events to attend this week to cheer on our student athletes! See you at the game! Go Blazers!
Weekly Sports Preview for RCMS for the week of September 1st:
Tuesday- Volleyball at Tyler
Thursday- Football at home vs Wirt County, and Volleyball at home vs Calhoun
Saturday- Cross Country Chick-fil-a invitational at the Wood County 4-H Grounds
Tuesday- Volleyball at Tyler
Thursday- Football at home vs Wirt County, and Volleyball at home vs Calhoun
Saturday- Cross Country Chick-fil-a invitational at the Wood County 4-H Grounds
Weekly Sports Preview for RCMS-
Monday 8/25- Golf at Woodbridge
Tuesday 8/26- Football vs Shortline (home scrimmage)
Wednesday 8/27- Volleyball vs Doddridge (Home)
Saturday 8/30- Cross Country at Buckhannon-Upshur High School
Come out and support our student athletes! See you at the game!
Monday 8/25- Golf at Woodbridge
Tuesday 8/26- Football vs Shortline (home scrimmage)
Wednesday 8/27- Volleyball vs Doddridge (Home)
Saturday 8/30- Cross Country at Buckhannon-Upshur High School
Come out and support our student athletes! See you at the game!
📅✨ Mark Your Calendars – Important RCMS Dates! ✨📅
🌟 Ritchie County Middle School Open House 🌟
Mark your calendars! 📅
Join us on Tuesday, August 19th from 4:00–6:00 PM as we kick off a new year by Blazing a Path to Success 🔥⛰️
✨ What to expect:
✅ Door Prizes 🎁
✅ Parent Information ℹ️
✅ Meet the Staff 👋
✅ Tour the Building 🏫
✅ Collect Badges as you go! 🪙
We can’t wait to welcome our families and start the year off strong. 💙❤️
See you at RCMS Open House!
Mark your calendars! 📅
Join us on Tuesday, August 19th from 4:00–6:00 PM as we kick off a new year by Blazing a Path to Success 🔥⛰️
✨ What to expect:
✅ Door Prizes 🎁
✅ Parent Information ℹ️
✅ Meet the Staff 👋
✅ Tour the Building 🏫
✅ Collect Badges as you go! 🪙
We can’t wait to welcome our families and start the year off strong. 💙❤️
See you at RCMS Open House!
RCMS would like to invite all parents/guardians and students to Open House on August 19, 2025 from 4pm-6pm.
Rebel Gear is now on sell through BSN sports. Visit the website: https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/west_virginia/ellenboro/ritchie-county-high-school for all your Rebel Gear needs! They also have multiple designs to choose from. Tons of products to choose from as well! Blankets, cups, hoodies, shirts, shorts, and even wall decals. Make great gifts for Christmas!
We would like to Welcome Back all of our students! We have missed seeing their smiling faces. Here's to a great 2025-2026 School Year.
Rtichie County's School Calendar Summary is now available on our website (ritchieschools.com, top right under Calendars) or you can save this summary for the 2025-2026 year. Dates are subject to change due to inclement weather. The summary will be updated if dates change.
Ritchie County Schools Job Opportunity- Limited Sports Trainer for Football. Qualifications: Must hold a valid healthcare provider license, must have or be willing to obtain Limited Sports Trainer Certification, Complete WVSSAC required courses, hold a high school diploma or higher. Responsibilities- Attend all RCHS Varsity and JV football practices, attend all RCHS Varsity and JV football games (home and away), and attend all RCMS football games (home only).
Job Posting closes TONIGHT at MIDNIGHT.
If interested, please go to ritchieschools.com, then "Employment" to apply online. If you have any questions please contact Ritchie County Schools at 304-643-2991.
Job Posting closes TONIGHT at MIDNIGHT.
If interested, please go to ritchieschools.com, then "Employment" to apply online. If you have any questions please contact Ritchie County Schools at 304-643-2991.
Ritchie County Schools Job Opportunity- Limited Sports Trainer for Football. Qualifications: Must hold a valid healthcare provider license, must have or be willing to obtain Limited Sports Trainer Certification, Complete WVSSAC required courses, hold a high school diploma or higher. Responsibilities- Attend all RCHS Varsity and JV football practices, attend all RCHS Varsity and JV football games (home and away), and attend all RCMS football games (home only).
If interested, please go to ritchieschools.com, then "Employment" to apply online. If you have any questions please contact Ritchie County Schools at 304-643-2991.
If interested, please go to ritchieschools.com, then "Employment" to apply online. If you have any questions please contact Ritchie County Schools at 304-643-2991.
RCMS Fall Sports can now be downloaded to your personal calendar! Please follow the directions listed in the graphic. Golf, Football, Cross Country, and Volleyball are all available. Please come out and help support our student athletes.
Keep updated on all of the events in the Ritchie County School calendar such as starting date of school, Thanksgiving Break, Christmas Break, and Spring break. Visit individual school pages for individual school and sporting events. Calendar will be updated if dates change.
Tomorrow, come join us for 5th grade transition camp from 8:00am to 1pm. Welcome to the Middle School, Blazers!
