Richey First Take

Richey Families,

I hope this message finds you well. As we approach the upcoming week, please remember that school will be closed on Monday in observance of Veterans Day. This day offers an important opportunity to honor and reflect on the sacrifices made by our veterans.

Throughout the week, our students and staff have been working diligently to achieve their learning goals. I'm continuously inspired by the dedication and hard work displayed in every classroom. Together, we’re creating an environment where all students can thrive and succeed.

Thank you for your ongoing support and partnership. Let's make it another great week!

Best regards,

Gregg Johnson

Principal

Richey Elementary

Our Lil Highlanders preschool program is currently enrolling students aged 3-5 years old. Here’s what you need to know:

📅 Days: Monday - Thursday
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
💰 Cost: $75 per month

This Program is located on McKean Highschool's Campus.

In our program, children gain hands-on experience, develop essential life skills, and build a foundation for lifelong learning in a warm and supportive environment. The deadline to apply is December 2nd, so don’t miss this opportunity to secure a spot!

For more information or to enroll, call: 302-992-1949

Scan the QR code in the flyer to learn more. Enroll today and help your child prepare for a bright future!

Richey now has a Clothes Bin for you to bring your unwanted clothes or shoes. Richey receives money for every pound of clothes/shoes that are donated. When you are cleaning out the closet please think about using the Clothes Bin at Richey. It is located at the end of front circle.

The Clothes Bin® mission is to help the environment by providing a convenient way for people to dispose of unwanted clothes and shoes. As Clothes Bin’s® network expands, so will the positive impact on local landfills and the global environment. Unlike other typical recyclables such as bottles, cans and paper goods, most local municipalities do not offer a convenient way for their citizens to properly recycle clothes and shoes.

Come out and support Richey PTO! We are having a restaurant spirit night at Dom’s Pizzeria. The PTO will receive 15% of dine-in orders on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 from 4:30-9:30 pm. Dom’s will also make an extra donation if you are wearing an “I Voted!” sticker.

Richey PTO will be hosting a fun-filled BINGO Night on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 from 6-8 pm in the Richey cafeteria.

This is a free event for our Richey Rabbits and their families. The PTO will be providing pizza and water. Come out and play BINGO. You could win one of our awesome prizes!

During the event, Richey PTO will have a raffle fundraiser. You can purchase tickets to bid on some incredible prizes. Tickets cost $1.00 each or 30 for $20.00. Money raised will go towards future events for our students.

Check out all the awesome prizes that have been donated so far: www.richeypto.org/upcoming-events-2

Please RSVP here: https://forms.gle/xF9BpXxJwjZG5sv68

The PTO is still looking for volunteers. All volunteers will be entered into a drawing for a $50 Target gift card at our 12/10 meeting. To volunteer, sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0945AEA823ABFFC52-50678875-2024

The PTO is still looking for businesses that would be interested in being a Community Partner for the 2024-2025 school year. The PTO is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so donations are tax deductible. With the contributions from our Community Partners, we are able to do more for our students, staff and school.

Please share with businesses and people that may be interested in becoming a PTO Community Partner. 💙💛

More information available at www.richeypto.org/community-partners/application

If you are looking to sign your kids up for swim lessons, check out Goldfish Swim School in Pike Creek. Register today and they will donate your $25 membership fee to Richey PTO. Use the special code RICHEY. This special runs through November 23, 2024.

Here is the link: https://portal.iclasspro.com/gsspikecreek/classes

November 11: No School

November 13: PTO Bingo and Raffle Night

November 20: Red Clay School Board Meeting 7pm

November 22: MTSS Camouflage Day

November 25: No School- Parent Teacher Conferences

November 26: No School- Parent Teacher Conferences

November 27-29- No School- Fall Break

Closed Campus Reminder: We are a closed campus at 3:15 pm. This means we will not do any early dismissals after 3:15 pm.

Please remember not to park on First Avenue when dropping off and picking up. Thank you.

We know that many parents like to celebrate birthdays or other occasions with special treats. We encourage parents to celebrate with nonfood items such as stickers, pencils, and themed erasers, other than food. Any food sent into share with students must be prepacked and contain a commercial ingredient label. If sending in food for the classroom distribution, please contact your child’s teacher at least 3 days in advance. The nurse will need to check the ingredients to ensure that nothing in the food item contains an allergy in that homeroom. If there is a known food allergy in that room and the food contains that ingredient it will not be distributed. To avoid this please send in nonfood items.

The Red Clay Consolidated School District offers a voluntary low cost accident insurance for your student. Families can choose either during the school day or 24-hour coverage. The brochure is attached. Applications and fees should be sent directly to the Philadelphia Insurance Companies. There is no obligation to purchase this insurance.

Did you know that the Box Tops for Education Program is 100% digital and it's an easy way to help earn funds for our PTO? Simply download the Box Tops for Education App to get started and be sure to share the information with your friends and family. We earn money when receipts with eligible items are scanned.