🍁⏰ Don't Forget to FALL BACK! 🍂

Remember to turn your clocks back one hour!

Enjoy that extra hour of sleep, Raiders! 💙🦝
about 5 hours ago, Smithville Elementary School
A colorful fall-themed reminder graphic featuring Raider the Raccoon wearing a blue sweatshirt with a white letter S, standing beside a large orange alarm clock. The background features autumn leaves in shades of orange, red, and yellow, along with a wooden sign displaying the words “DON’T FORGET TO FALL BACK.” A large orange leaf reads “SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1ST.” At the bottom, a banner states, “Daylight Saving Time ends! Turn your clocks back 1 hour.”
🍁🦝 November Raider Reader! 🦝🍁

November is almost here! Check out our newsletter for important dates, upcoming events, and all the fun happening at Smithville Elementary School!

🍂 Fall Spirit Week: November 16th–20th!

🦃 Thankful That YOU Come to School! Students with perfect attendance November 16th–20th will be entered to win a Thanksgiving Basket!

💙 Let's make it a great November, Raiders!
1 day ago, Smithville Elementary School
November Raider Reader newsletter for Smithville Elementary School. The flyer features a fall-themed design with pumpkins, autumn leaves, and raccoons. **Important Dates:** - **November 1st:** Daylight Savings – Fall Back. - **November 2nd:** Parent/Teacher Conferences and beginning of the 3rd six weeks. - **November 3rd:** No School – Election Day. - **November 4th:** Report Card Day for 3rd and 4th grades. PTO meeting at 3:15 PM. - **November 10th:** Veterans Day Program. - **November 11th:** No School – Veterans Day. - **November 20th:** 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grades attend a basketball game at Glenville State University. - **November 23rd–27th:** No School – Thanksgiving Break. Students return November 30th. **Fall Spirit Week: November 16th–20th** - **Monday – Falling for Fall:** Wear brown, yellow, orange, or red. - **Tuesday – Turkey Trot Tuesday:** Wear tennis shoes and athletic clothes. - **Wednesday – Sweater Weather Day:** Wear your favorite cozy sweater or sweatshirt. - **Thursday – Flannel & Thankful Thursday:** Wear a flannel shirt and write notes to people you are thankful for. - **Friday – Gobble Up Some School Spirit:** Wear blue or Raider gear! **Thankful That YOU Come to School!** Students who attend school every day during the week of November 16th–20th will be entered into a drawing to win a Thanksgiving Basket! The newsletter includes festive fall illustrations and emphasizes important school events, school spirit, and attendance throughout November.
🍂🦃 November Lunch Menu 🦃🍂

Check out what's cooking at Smithville Elementary School this month! 🍕🍎
2 days ago, Smithville Elementary School
Smithville Elementary School November 2026 Lunch Menu. The calendar features a fall and Thanksgiving theme with a blue border, autumn leaves, pumpkins, pumpkin pie, apple, turkey, and other seasonal decorations. The Ritchie County Schools logo is displayed in the bottom left corner, and Raider the Raccoon is in the bottom right corner. **Monday, November 2** - Breakfast: Breakfast Burrito - Lunch: Cheeseburger, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle, Baked Beans, Fruit **Tuesday, November 3** - No School – Election Day **Wednesday, November 4** - Breakfast: Banana Bread - Lunch: Hot Dog with Sauce, Fries, Veggies with Dip, Fruit **Thursday, November 5** - Breakfast: Frudel - Lunch: Chicken Nuggets, Mac and Cheese, Veggies with Dip, Fruit **Friday, November 6** - Breakfast: Cook's Choice - Lunch: Pizza, Corn, Salad, Fruit **Monday, November 9** - Breakfast: French Toast - Lunch: Chicken and Noodles, Peas, Salad, Fruit **Tuesday, November 10** - Breakfast: Mini Cinni's - Lunch: Chicken, Scalloped Potatoes, Green Beans, Bread, Fruit **Wednesday, November 11** - No School – Veterans Day **Thursday, November 12** - Breakfast: Pop Tart and Yogurt - Lunch: Salisbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Green Beans, Bread, Fruit **Friday, November 13** - Breakfast: Cook's Choice - Lunch: Sub Sandwich, Lettuce, Tomato, Chips, Veggies with Dip, Fruit **Monday, November 16** - Breakfast: Breakfast Pizza - Lunch: Chili, Cornbread, Salad, Fruit **Tuesday, November 17** - Breakfast: Eggs and Toast - Lunch: Corn Dogs, Baked Beans, Fries, Fruit **Wednesday, November 18** - Breakfast: Breakfast Bar - Lunch: Chicken Wrap, Rice, Lettuce, Tomato, Salsa, Fruit **Thursday, November 19** - Breakfast: Donut - Lunch: Turkey, Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Green Beans, Hot Roll, Fruit, Treat **Friday, November 20** - Breakfast: Muffin - Lunch: Pizza, Corn, Salad, Fruit **Monday, November 23 through Friday, November 27** - Thanksgiving Break – No meals listed. **Monday, November 30** - Breakfast: Mini Loaf - Lunch: Chicken Sandwich, Broccoli and Cheese, Fries, Fruit The menu is organized in a Monday-through-Friday calendar format with red date labels and white meal boxes against a beige background.

Good evening Ritchie County staff, students, and families! We are sending out a reminder that Election Day will be Tuesday, November 3, 2026 and there will be No School.

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3 days ago, Ritchie County Schools
Election Day 11/3/26- No School
🎃👻 TRUNK OR TREAT IS TONIGHT! 🍬

Join Communities In Schools for a spooktacular evening of Halloween fun, treats, games, and a DJ! 🎶🎃

📅 TONIGHT – Friday, October 23rd
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 RCMS Parking Lot

🚗 PARKING: Parking will be available on the practice field behind the RCMS parking lot.

🏈⭐ FREE FOOTBALL GAME ADMISSION! Students who have missed no more than 3 days of school as of October 23rd qualify for FREE entry into tonight's RCHS football game!

🚨 IMPORTANT: Eligible students MUST stop by the Communities In Schools table at Trunk or Treat to receive their wristband for free admission to the game!

We can't wait to see everyone TONIGHT! 🎃🍭🏈
8 days ago, Smithville Elementary School
Halloween-themed Trunk or Treat flyer presented by Communities In Schools and Ritchie County Schools. The flyer features a purple, orange, black, and white Halloween design with a full moon, bats, spiderwebs, a haunted house, pumpkins, candy, ghosts, and three decorated vehicle trunks filled with treats. The Communities In Schools logo appears in the upper left corner, and the Ritchie County Schools “Excellence in Education” logo appears in the upper right corner. Large text reads: “Trunk or Treat.” The event will be held Friday, October 23, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 at the RCMS Parking Lot. The flyer says: “Join Us for a Spooktacular Trunk or Treat! We invite all Ritchie County Schools students and families to our Trunk or Treat event! Enjoy festive fun and candy in the RCMS parking lot, and don’t miss the Haunted Hallway through RCHS!” A highlighted special offer reads: “Students who have missed no more than 3 days of school as of 10/23/2026 will receive free entry to the RCHS Football Game that night!” The flyer concludes: “Come for the treats, stay for the thrills, and cheer on our team!”

October- Fire Safety Month

October is Fire Safety Month, and Smithville Elementary was thrilled to welcome the Smithville Volunteer Fire Department for a special visit!

Our students learned all about fire safety, checked out the equipment, and got a firsthand look at how our local heroes keep our community safe. A huge thank you to our firefighters for taking the time to visit with our students and teach them these vital life skills!

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9 days ago, Ritchie County Schools
Fire Safety Month

🎃🍬 TRUNK OR TREAT IS COMING! 👻🕸️

Communities In Schools of Ritchie County Schools invites ALL Ritchie County Schools students and families to join us for a spooktacular evening of Halloween fun!

📅 Friday, October 23, 2026
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Ritchie County Middle School Parking Lot

🍭 Enjoy plenty of treats and festive fun at Trunk or Treat, then head inside for the Haunted Hallway through RCHS! 👻

🚗 PARKING INFORMATION: Parking for Trunk or Treat will be located on the practice field behind the Ritchie County Middle School parking lot.

🏈⭐ SPECIAL ATTENDANCE REWARD! Students who have missed no more than 3 days of school as of October 23 will receive FREE admission to the RCHS Football Game that night!

🚨 IMPORTANT: To receive FREE admission, eligible students MUST visit the Communities In Schools table at Trunk or Treat in the RCMS parking lot to pick up their FREE ENTRY WRISTBAND! Students must have their wristband to receive free entry into the football game! 🎟️🏈

Come for the treats, stay for the thrills, and cheer on our team! 🎃🏈💙

We can't wait to see our Ritchie County Schools families there! 🧡💜

9 days ago, Smithville Elementary School
Halloween-themed Trunk or Treat flyer presented by Communities In Schools and Ritchie County Schools. The flyer features a purple, orange, black, and white Halloween design with a full moon, bats, spiderwebs, a haunted house, pumpkins, candy, ghosts, and three decorated vehicle trunks filled with treats. The Communities In Schools logo appears in the upper left corner, and the Ritchie County Schools “Excellence in Education” logo appears in the upper right corner. Large text reads: “Trunk or Treat.” The event will be held Friday, October 23, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 at the RCMS Parking Lot. The flyer says: “Join Us for a Spooktacular Trunk or Treat! We invite all Ritchie County Schools students and families to our Trunk or Treat event! Enjoy festive fun and candy in the RCMS parking lot, and don’t miss the Haunted Hallway through RCHS!” A highlighted special offer reads: “Students who have missed no more than 3 days of school as of 10/23/2026 will receive free entry to the RCHS Football Game that night!” The flyer concludes: “Come for the treats, stay for the thrills, and cheer on our team!”
🎃🍬 TRUNK OR TREAT IS COMING! 👻🕸️

Communities In Schools of Ritchie County Schools invites ALL Ritchie County Schools students and families to join us for a spooktacular evening of Halloween fun!

📅 Friday, October 23, 2026
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 RCMS Parking Lot

🍭 Enjoy plenty of treats and festive fun at Trunk or Treat, then head inside for the Haunted Hallway through RCHS! 👻

🏈⭐ SPECIAL ATTENDANCE REWARD: Students who have missed no more than 3 days of school as of October 23 will receive FREE admission to the RCHS Football Game that night!

Come for the treats, stay for the thrills, and cheer on our team! 🎃🏈💙

We can't wait to see our Ritchie County Schools families there! 🧡💜
18 days ago, Smithville Elementary School
Halloween-themed Trunk or Treat flyer presented by Communities In Schools and Ritchie County Schools. The flyer features a purple, orange, black, and white Halloween design with a full moon, bats, spiderwebs, a haunted house, pumpkins, candy, ghosts, and three decorated vehicle trunks filled with treats. The Communities In Schools logo appears in the upper left corner, and the Ritchie County Schools “Excellence in Education” logo appears in the upper right corner. Large text reads: “Trunk or Treat.” The event will be held Friday, October 23, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 at the RCMS Parking Lot. The flyer says: “Join Us for a Spooktacular Trunk or Treat! We invite all Ritchie County Schools students and families to our Trunk or Treat event! Enjoy festive fun and candy in the RCMS parking lot, and don’t miss the Haunted Hallway through RCHS!” A highlighted special offer reads: “Students who have missed no more than 3 days of school as of 10/23/2026 will receive free entry to the RCHS Football Game that night!” The flyer concludes: “Come for the treats, stay for the thrills, and cheer on our team!”

Good evening Ritchie County staff, students, and families! This is a reminder that tomorrow, Monday, October 12, 2026 is a Professional Learning Day for our staff members.

All staff is to report to the Middle/High School.

20 days ago, Ritchie County Schools
October 12th PD Day
📚✨ NO SCHOOL REMINDER! ✨📚

Just a reminder that there will be NO SCHOOL for students on Monday, October 12th. 🗓️🚫🎒

👩‍🏫🍎 This day will be a Professional Learning Day for our teachers and staff.

We hope all of our students enjoy their day off, and we look forward to seeing everyone back at school ready to learn! 💙🤍🦝
20 days ago, Smithville Elementary School
School announcement graphic in navy blue, royal blue, gray, and white. Large text at the top reads, “NO SCHOOL.” The Ritchie County Schools logo appears in the upper-right corner and reads, “Ritchie County Schools — Excellence in Education.” A calendar graphic in the center reads, “Monday, October 12th.” Below it, text states, “This is a Professional Learning Day for teachers and staff.” Raider the Raccoon, a smiling gray-and-black raccoon mascot wearing a blue RC shirt, appears on the left giving a thumbs-up. Raider is standing beside a stack of books topped with a red apple.
Good morning Ritchie County staff, students, and families! This is a reminder that Monday, October 12, 2026 is a Professional Learning Day for our staff members.

All staff is to report to the Middle/High School.
22 days ago, Ritchie County Schools
October 12th PD Day
🎃🍬 TRUNK OR TREAT IS COMING! 👻🕸️

Communities In Schools of Ritchie County Schools invites ALL Ritchie County Schools students and families to join us for a spooktacular evening of Halloween fun!

📅 Friday, October 23, 2026
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 RCMS Parking Lot

🍭 Enjoy plenty of treats and festive fun at Trunk or Treat, then head inside for the Haunted Hallway through RCHS! 👻

🏈⭐ SPECIAL ATTENDANCE REWARD: Students who have missed no more than 3 days of school as of October 23 will receive FREE admission to the RCHS Football Game that night!

Come for the treats, stay for the thrills, and cheer on our team! 🎃🏈💙

We can't wait to see our Ritchie County Schools families there! 🧡💜
25 days ago, Smithville Elementary School
Halloween-themed Trunk or Treat flyer presented by Communities In Schools and Ritchie County Schools. The flyer features a purple, orange, black, and white Halloween design with a full moon, bats, spiderwebs, a haunted house, pumpkins, candy, ghosts, and three decorated vehicle trunks filled with treats. The Communities In Schools logo appears in the upper left corner, and the Ritchie County Schools “Excellence in Education” logo appears in the upper right corner. Large text reads: “Trunk or Treat.” The event will be held Friday, October 23, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 at the RCMS Parking Lot. The flyer says: “Join Us for a Spooktacular Trunk or Treat! We invite all Ritchie County Schools students and families to our Trunk or Treat event! Enjoy festive fun and candy in the RCMS parking lot, and don’t miss the Haunted Hallway through RCHS!” A highlighted special offer reads: “Students who have missed no more than 3 days of school as of 10/23/2026 will receive free entry to the RCHS Football Game that night!” The flyer concludes: “Come for the treats, stay for the thrills, and cheer on our team!”
🎉🧺 September Attendance Basket Winners! 🧺🎉

Congratulations to our September Monthly Attendance Basket Prize Winners! ⭐💙

We are so proud of these students for making attendance a priority and showing up ready to learn! 📚✨ Every day at school matters, and great attendance helps our students learn, grow, and succeed!

👏 Way to go, Raiders! Keep up the great work as we move through October! 🦝💙
26 days ago, Smithville Elementary School
Colorful Smithville Elementary attendance celebration graphic in navy blue, light blue, white, silver, and gold. Large text reads, “September Attendance Basket Prize Winners!” A smiling cartoon raccoon, Raider the Raccoon, is wearing a navy blue shirt with the letters “RC” and waving beside a large woven prize basket. The basket is filled with prizes, including notebooks, markers, a water bottle, small toys, treats, and other colorful items, and is decorated with a large navy blue and silver bow. The Ritchie County Schools logo appears in the upper right corner and reads, “Ritchie County Schools – Excellence in Education.” Stars and celebratory accents decorate the background.
2 students - Lillie and Cooper with their attendance basket prizes
🌟💙 October Star Students of the Month! 💙🌟

Congratulations to our Smithville Elementary School Star Students for October! 🎉⭐

This month’s character trait is COURAGE! 💪💙 Our Star Students have shown courage by being brave, trying new things, facing challenges, standing up for what is right, and doing their best even when something may feel difficult.

We are so proud of these students for being wonderful examples of what it means to show courage at Smithville Elementary! 🦝⭐

👏 Help us congratulate our October Star Students!

💙⭐ Way to shine, Raiders! ⭐💙

about 1 month ago, Smithville Elementary School
A blue, navy, silver, gray, and white school-themed graphic celebrating Smithville Elementary School’s Star Students of the Month for October. At the top center is Raider the Raccoon, a smiling gray, black, and white raccoon mascot wearing a navy blue shirt with the letters “RC” and giving two thumbs up. The Ritchie County Schools logo appears in the upper left and includes an outline of West Virginia with the letters “RC,” along with the words “Ritchie County Schools – Excellence in Education.” The graphic is decorated with navy, blue, silver, and white stars and brushstroke accents. Large text reads: “Star Students of the Month – October – Character Trait: Courage.”
Star Student Bowen - Courage
Star Student Mayson - Courage
Star Student Audrey - Courage
Star Student Kasyn - Courage

WE’RE HIRING! Join the Ritchie County Schools Team!

We have multiple positions open across our district! Whether you’re an experienced educator, looking for a career change, or wanting a schedule that matches your family’s school calendar, we’d love to hear from you.

Open Roles:

Special Education Teacher

Elementary Teacher

Teacher's Aide(s)

Cook

Sub Bus Operator

Sub Custodians & more!

View all open positions and apply here: https://www.ritchieschools.com/page/job-postings-application-links

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about 1 month ago, Ritchie County Schools
Job Postings- Come join our team!
📚🍂 October Newsletter 🍂📚

Our Smithville Elementary School October Newsletter is here! 🦝💙

October is packed with lots of exciting activities, important dates, and opportunities to celebrate great attendance! 🎃📖 Be sure to check out the newsletter for everything happening at SES this month.

💙🤍 We’re looking forward to a fantastic October with our Raider students and families! 🦝✨
about 1 month ago, Smithville Elementary School
Smithville Elementary School October Raider Reader newsletter. The flyer has a bright blue background with fall-themed graphics, including pumpkins, apples, wheat, raccoons, and the Ritchie County Schools logo. At the top, the flyer reads “Smithville Elementary School – OCTOBER – Raider Reader.” October 30th: Heritage Day, Halloween Parties, and Trunk or Treat – School Wide. The newsletter includes a Smithville Elementary School Student Absence Excuse Form QR code. Important Dates: September 28th–October 2nd: Book Fair & Attendance Spirit Week October 2nd: Mobile Dentist October 7th: PTO Meeting at 3:15 October 12th: No School for Students – P/L Day October 13th: Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd – Report Card Day October 16th: Schoolwide Field Trip to Butchers Family Farm October 23rd: Trunk or Treat at RCMS November 1st: Daylight Savings Time At the bottom is an attendance promotion titled “Be There or Be Square.” It says: “Attend school each day the week of October 28th–30th and be entered to win a Halloween Basket!” This section includes a wooden “Pumpkin Patch” sign, a smiling pumpkin graphic, and Raider the Raccoon. The Ritchie County Schools – Excellence in Education logo appears in the lower-left corner.
💉🍂 Flu Shots at School! 🍂💉

Flu shots will be available at school during the week of October 12th! 🏫

📄 Registration forms will be coming home with students for families who would like their child to receive a flu shot at school.

📅 Forms must be completed and returned to school by Friday, October 9th.
about 1 month ago, Smithville Elementary School
Flu shot announcement graphic from Ritchie County Schools on a light blue background with medical-themed illustrations, including a large syringe, first-aid kit, clipboard, medicine bottle, bandage, and the Ritchie County Schools “Excellence in Education” logo. Large text in the center reads, “Get a Flu Shot” followed by “Because flu season is coming!” At the bottom, bold text states, “Forms due by October 9th.” Additional text reads, “Student flu shots will be given the week of 10/12.”
📚 BOOK FAIR REMINDER! 📚

The Book Fair starts next week — September 28th–October 2nd! 🎉

💳 Students can shop cash-free with Scholastic eWallet. Set yours up here:
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/smithvilleelementaryschool

📖💙 Happy reading!
about 1 month ago, Smithville Elementary School
Book Fair Reminder graphic for Smithville Elementary School. A smiling cartoon raccoon, Raider the Raccoon, is shown reading a blue book while sitting on a stack of colorful books. The Ritchie County Schools “Excellence in Education” logo appears in the upper right corner. Large text reads: “Book Fair Reminder! Smithville Elementary Book Fair, September 28th–October 2nd.” At the bottom, text reads: “Students can shop with a Scholastic eWallet! Set yours up here: scholastic.com/bf/smithvilleelementaryschool.” The graphic uses blue, white, and gray school colors with books and stars decorating the background.
📚✨ The Book Fair is Coming to Smithville Elementary School! ✨📚

Get ready, Raiders! 🦝💙 Our Book Fair will be here Monday, September 28th through Friday, October 2nd!

Students will have the opportunity to explore lots of great books and find new stories, characters, and adventures to enjoy! 📖🌟 We can’t wait to celebrate our love of reading with our Smithville students!

📅 Monday, September 28 – Friday, October 2
📍 Smithville Elementary School

Mark your calendars and get ready to READ, DREAM, DISCOVER, and GROW! 💙📚
about 1 month ago, Smithville Elementary School
Colorful Smithville Elementary School Book Fair flyer featuring Raider the Raccoon reading a book and the Ritchie County Schools logo. Large text reads, “Book Fair is coming soon!” and announces the Book Fair will be held Monday, September 28th through Friday, October 2nd. Stacks of blue, navy, and gray books surround the design with words including “Explore,” “Discover,” “Imagine,” “Learn,” “Grow,” “Read,” “Dream,” “Believe,” and “Achieve.” The flyer also says, “Great Books. Brighter Futures!”
Thank You to Our School Service Personnel!

From early morning bus routes and hot breakfasts to clean classrooms and friendly front offices, our service personnel do it all.

A massive thank you to our aides, cooks, custodians, secretaries, and bus drivers for your unwavering support and dedication to our students every single day. Our schools couldn't do it without you!
about 1 month ago, Ritchie County Schools
Service Personnel Day