Last week our third graders shared their first published piece of writing! They proudly shared their personal narratives, stories full of heart, humor, and creativity. There was much joy and pride in celebrating their hard work!📝

On Friday, Bo visited Mrs. Miller’s second grade class as they celebrated their first reading unit which focused on being a good citizen! Officer Shaw and Bo taught students how to show good citizenship and help others in our community. Thank you, @GroveCityPolice!

Check out these mathematicians hard at work in Mrs. Castle’s third grade.

Fourth graders kicked off the year by choosing their One Word, a powerful word to guide their goals, actions, and mindset all year long. Worth zooming in!

Calendar Reminder: All schools will be closed this coming Monday, September 1, 2025 in observance of Labor Day. Students will return to school next Tuesday, September 2. Wishing all a safe and restful three day weekend in the "smallest, big place you can find!"

Parents and Guardians: Be sure to review and update your address, phone number, and emergency contact information in your Infinite Campus Parent Portal! Keeping this information current ensures the district can reach you when needed and allows authorized contacts to pick up

New faces in new places🏫 Help us in welcoming Mrs. Madeline Zellner to our @SWCSD Family as the new principal of @RAES_Runners next fall! Mrs. Zellner joins us from Findlay City Schools where she previously served as the principal of Northview Primary School. Welcome to the

It’s a full house for our Kindergarten Celebration today!

A little (or a lot of) rain can’t stop these Roadrunners from having a blast at our indoor “field day”!

What an amazing showcase of writing at RAES today! Mrs. Miller’s second graders were able to share their writing portfolios with their families, staff and fellow Roadrunners today. It was a fantastic celebration of growth!

Step back in time with us @RAES_Runners !🕰️ Earlier today, these fourth graders presented the final workings of their written research in the form of a Literary Wax Museum! Students researched historical figures, donned costumes, and memorized elements of their writing to bring

Thank you Southwest a public Library for hosting our third graders this past week! They had a great time exploring the library and many of them getting their first library card!! These Roadrunners are ready to kick off their summer reading!

It’s flower sale pick up day! If your student sold flowers this spring, please make sure you come to the back of RAES between 12-2 to pick up!

Calendar Reminder: @SWCSD will not hold session tomorrow, Friday, April 18, 2025. Students will return Monday, April 21. Wishing a safe extended weekend to students and staff!

Knowledge is blooming at RAES! As students earn a 100% on an iReady lesson they get to write their name on a flower (color coded by grade level) and add it to one of the blooming meadows around the building!

Calendar Reminders: 🗓️@SWCSD has a shortened four day school week this week and will not be in session THIS Friday, March 21 due to a scheduled Professional Development Day for staff. Students will then be off next week (March 24-28) for Spring Break and will return Monday,

The transition to kindergarten is an exciting milestone for @SWCSD families, and we are here to support them every step of the way! Our dedicated staff across all of our elementary schools are ready to welcome students into a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.

Reading fun happens everywhere at Richard Avenue!

The building is full of reading fun today! The first graders went on a scavenger hunt around the school. They used context clues to figure out where to head next!

Lifting up their community with their words 📝 These Richard Avenue Elementary School (RAES) Roadrunners took time to craft and write uplifting cards for the Evans Senior Center’s annual Valentine’s Day brunch. @RAES_Runners