Be on the lookout for our back to school newsletter! There are some important pieces of need to know information on the front and a "RES year at a glance" on the back.
about 23 hours ago, Michael Knopp
Our first day at Ripley Elementary was a success.
3 days ago, Rachelle Bennett
Good evening,
I hope everyone had a great first day of school and is ready to make the second day even better. Just a reminder that if your child rides a bus, you can track the location of the bus on the Zonar App.
The App is located on our website under registrations.
Thank you and have a wonderful evening.
4 days ago, Jackson County Schools
Good evening, Ripley Elementary families,
This is a reminder that the first day of school for Ripley Elementary will be tomorrow, August 19. We are excited to welcome our students back and begin a great school year together.
I would personally like to thank our staff members, Jackson County employees, and community members who assisted with last night's cleanup efforts. Your willingness to step up and help demonstrates the strength and generosity of our community.
Once again, we are truly blessed to live in such a wonderful county. Thank you for your support, and we look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow.
4 days ago, Jackson County Schools
WE ARE BACK!!!
Students in Grades 1-5 will come to Ripley Elementary on a regular schedule Wednesday August 19. We are so excited to see everyone!
4 days ago, Michael Knopp
It was all hands on deck Monday evening and Tuesday after the rain came through the school. So, thankful for the dedication of public school employees and board office administration.
4 days ago, Rachelle Bennett
Good Evening,
Unfortunately, Ripley Elementary will be closed tomorrow, August 18th, 2026, due to water intrusion in the front office area. Mrs. Starcher will update the Ripley Elementary community on plans for Wednesday, August 19th. Staff will operate on a Code D. Custodial staff will need to report at their normal times. Other staff members will report at 12:00 p.m. Thank you
5 days ago, Jackson County Schools
Our Back to School Reading Summer Bash was a hit! This event celebrated reading and math summer practice and our return to school. There were games, tattoos, popsicles, balloon animals, and prizes.
5 days ago, Rachelle Bennett
Hydration is extremely important, but we need your help to ensure that water bottles are not a disruption to our academic day! Water bottles need to be spill proof. Water bottles with open straws or lids that cannot be secured will need to stay at home. Make sure your child's name is on their water bottle and that the water bottler is free from any decoration that has to be clipped to the bottle. Water bottles are for water only. Do not fill them with flavor packets, juice, soda, or other beverages. Cirkul water bottles should be left at home. Some of the Cirkul cartridges contain caffeine. Some teachers may create "hydration stations" in their classrooms to store student water bottles during the day. Remember, water bottles are not a necessity during the school day. Water fountains are available throughout the building. Thank you for you help! (The picture is only an attention grabber. It is not an example of what to purchase)
7 days ago, Michael Knopp
RES would like to thank our new principal Keri Starcher for our delicious cake!
9 days ago, Michael Knopp
As the rain keeps falling, we keep going full speed ahead! In between the downpours today, we were able to secure Summer Bridges prizes. Bring those books in THURSDAY EVENING 5:30-7 to be entered for some of our awesome awards!
11 days ago, Michael Knopp
Due to the closure of the pool, Ripley Elementary's pool party on Thursday has been cancelled. But, the PARTY ISN'T OVER! We will be posting class lists on Thursday, August 13 at 5:30. We will have fun and games available to celebrate. FOR THOSE THAT BRING THEIR SUMMER BRIDGES BOOKS, we will have special drawings! Come join us from 5:30 to 7:00 for our kickoff to the 2026 school year!
12 days ago, Michael Knopp
Read Aloud WV invites you (yes you!) to volunteer and receive training to read aloud. You can sign up for training at readaloudwv.org/calendar
12 days ago, Michael Knopp
Open House is coming up!
5:00-5:45 - Grades 3-5
5;30-6:15 - Kindergarten
6:00-6:45 - Grades 1-2
16 days ago, Michael Knopp
Before school ended, RES recognized the top Accelerated Reader students throughout the school. 75 of our students broke into the 100 point club. 4 students surpassed 200 points. And we had 1 student in the 300, 400, and 500 points clubs! Don’t forget, students can read throughout the summer and take tests when they return to school.
3 months ago, Michael Knopp
While the halls may be empty of students, RES still has some students that need recognition! For the final Student of the Month recognition, teachers selected students who have demonstrated the qualities of good character all the year through. We are so very proud of our students!
3 months ago, Michael Knopp
Good evening. This is a reminder that tomorrow, May 29, 2026, Jackson County Schools will have a three-hour early dismissal, which is the last day of the school year for all students. If your child rides a bus, it will arrive at the drop-off location 3 hours before the normal drop-off time. As always, you can check the Zonar app to see the exact location of your child's bus at any given time. Please have a safe and wonderful summer.
3 months ago, Will Hosaflook
Hello! Due to the impending weather tonight and into tomorrow, RES 4th grade has canceled their planned trip to Cedar Lakes. With the end of the year approaching, we have no available days to reschedule it. Check your teacher’s Remind messages for further information.
3 months ago, Michael Knopp
Beginning in the fall, 4th Grade begins writing friendly letters to 8th Grade Honor Students. Every month, they receive a letter from their penpal and they write a response. Students are always excited to get a letter from their penpal. Then, in May, 8th graders and 4th graders finally meet at the city park. They play games and hang out. A great time is had!
3 months ago, Michael Knopp
What do you want to be when you grow up? This question took on a deep meaning in 2nd grade! Students spent last week doing research about their possible future career options. Students learned about the responsibilities of a job, completed interest surveys, explored career fields, researched and wrote about their chosen career. They even completed a resume and created a self-portrait! As their final stop on their career path, students dressed to represent their chosen career and presented their research project in a gallery walk for their families to enjoy. Thank you to every family that attended, it was a massive success!
3 months ago, Michael Knopp
