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Happening at Marsh
Kindergarten registration is OPEN! If your little one turns five before September 30, now’s the time to start enrollment for the 2026-27 school year. Join us on Thursday, March 26, from 9-10:30 a.m. for our second annual Kindergarten Signing Day!
A special election will be held in Virginia on Tuesday, April 21. To support student safety, April 21 will be a virtual learning day for all students. To minimize disruptions, PK-5th grade with learn asynchronously.
Join us for our school Book Fair on Tuesday, March 10 and Thursday, March 12 from 2:30–4:00 PM. Students and families are invited to browse and purchase a variety of exciting books. Come support our school and help students discover new favorites!
Join us for our Science Fair on Wednesday, March 4, 2026! Our students are excited to showcase and present their individual and class projects. We hope to see you there! For more details, click the link in the headline.
Happening in Richmond
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Announcements
As a part of Richmond Public Schools’ (RPS) ongoing efforts to enhance safety for students and staff members, clear backpack requirements will be in effect for the 2024-25 School Year.
If you or someone you know needs mental health support, please access the resources listed here.
Join the RPS team in teaching, leading, and serving with love next year! We're thrilled to offer sign-on bonuses and paid training for select positions. View our current job openings and apply today!
Show your #RPSLove and check out our RPS Love Bonfire store with t-shirts, hoodies, masks and more! All proceeds and donations benefit our schools, teachers and instructional assistants, and local racial justice, housing, and food support non-profits.