October is AAC Awareness Month!
Every student deserves a voice and the opportunity to communicate! Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) includes tools and strategies that help students express their thoughts, needs, feelings, and ideas. Communication may look different for each student, but every voice matters. Together, we can create an inclusive environment where ALL students feel heard, valued, and supported! ❤️🖤
At RCES, every voice matters, and we are ALL IN for students!
Every student deserves a voice and the opportunity to communicate! Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) includes tools and strategies that help students express their thoughts, needs, feelings, and ideas. Communication may look different for each student, but every voice matters. Together, we can create an inclusive environment where ALL students feel heard, valued, and supported! ❤️🖤
At RCES, every voice matters, and we are ALL IN for students!
🎉 We Are Celebrating at Ray Childers! 🏴☠️
We are incredibly proud to share that Ray Childers Elementary has exceeded growth and moved from a C to a B! This achievement reflects the dedication and hard work of our entire Pirate Family.
Our staff is anchored in excellence, committed to balanced instruction and ensuring every student is engaged, challenged, and growing. Most importantly, this success is a result of staff, students, and families working together with a shared commitment to student success.
Thank you, Pirate Families, for your continued support! Together, we are making great things happen at Ray Childers! ❤️🖤
ONE PIRATE FAMILY. ONE MISSION. EXCELLENCE!
We are incredibly proud to share that Ray Childers Elementary has exceeded growth and moved from a C to a B! This achievement reflects the dedication and hard work of our entire Pirate Family.
Our staff is anchored in excellence, committed to balanced instruction and ensuring every student is engaged, challenged, and growing. Most importantly, this success is a result of staff, students, and families working together with a shared commitment to student success.
Thank you, Pirate Families, for your continued support! Together, we are making great things happen at Ray Childers! ❤️🖤
ONE PIRATE FAMILY. ONE MISSION. EXCELLENCE!
Bus Transportation Information flyer for Ray Childers Elementary for the 2026–2027 school year. Families should complete the Bus Transportation Form if their child is a new bus rider, the family has moved to a new address, or the child is a rising kindergarten student attending Ray Childers Elementary.
Families do not need to complete the form if their child rode a Ray Childers bus last school year and there are no transportation changes. Completing the form helps provide the correct bus number, pickup location, and drop-off information at Open House. Questions may be directed to Ms. Kanupp. Complete the form at tinyurl.com/37fpcd86. The flyer features a yellow school bus and red pirate mascot.
Ray Childers Elementary School Families: The 2026–2027 Technology Device Rental Fee can be paid online through MySchoolBucks. If you do not already have an account, visit myschoolbucks.com to create one. Once your account is set up, add your student(s) and submit the technology device rental fee. Please note that online payment is available for one or two students only. Families paying for more than two students must make their payment in person. This rental fee is not device insurance. Paying online before arriving at school can help reduce wait times. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact the Ray Childers Elementary School office at (828) 324-1340.
🏴☠️ Welcome to the Pirate Family! ❤️🖤
Please join us in giving a warm Pirate welcome to Ms. Lauren Bruce, who is joining the Ray Childers Elementary family as our School Counselor!
Please join us in giving a warm Pirate welcome to Ms. Lauren Bruce, who is joining the Ray Childers Elementary family as our School Counselor!
Ray Childers Elementary Open House Night is Thursday, August 20. Families with students whose last names begin with A–L should attend from 4:30–5:30 p.m. Families with students whose last names begin with M–Z should attend from 5:30–6:30 p.m. During Open House, students will have the opportunity to meet their teacher, explore their classroom, and drop off school supplies. We look forward to welcoming our Pirate families and kicking off a great school year together!
📚 **Kindergarten Registration is Underway!** 🎉
If you have a child starting kindergarten this year, there's still time to register! We are excited to welcome our newest Pirates as we prepare for the first day of school on **August 24**.
To help your child have a smooth and successful start, we encourage families to schedule a **DIAL screening** before school begins. This screening helps us get to know your child and ensures they are ready for a great kindergarten experience.
We can't wait to meet all of our new students and families and look forward to an amazing school year together! 💙🏴☠️
If you have any questions or need assistance with registration, please contact the school office. We're happy to help!
If you have a child starting kindergarten this year, there's still time to register! We are excited to welcome our newest Pirates as we prepare for the first day of school on **August 24**.
To help your child have a smooth and successful start, we encourage families to schedule a **DIAL screening** before school begins. This screening helps us get to know your child and ensures they are ready for a great kindergarten experience.
We can't wait to meet all of our new students and families and look forward to an amazing school year together! 💙🏴☠️
If you have any questions or need assistance with registration, please contact the school office. We're happy to help!
Ahoy, Families! Set Sail for a Great Year!
Join us for Meet the Principals at Ray Childers Elementary on Thursday, August 6, from 5:00–6:00 p.m.
Come meet Ms. Goins and Ms. Kanupp, learn more about the upcoming school year, ask questions, and claim your Pirate’s Loot!
We look forward to welcoming our Pirate families and kicking off an amazing school year together. We hope to see you there!
Join us for Meet the Principals at Ray Childers Elementary on Thursday, August 6, from 5:00–6:00 p.m.
Come meet Ms. Goins and Ms. Kanupp, learn more about the upcoming school year, ask questions, and claim your Pirate’s Loot!
We look forward to welcoming our Pirate families and kicking off an amazing school year together. We hope to see you there!
Ahoy, Families! Set Sail for a Great Year!
Join us for Meet the Principals at Ray Childers Elementary on Thursday, August 6, from 5:00–6:00 p.m.
Come meet Ms. Goins and Ms. Kanupp, learn more about the upcoming school year, ask questions, and claim your Pirate’s Loot!
We look forward to welcoming our Pirate families and kicking off an amazing school year together. We hope to see you there!
Join us for Meet the Principals at Ray Childers Elementary on Thursday, August 6, from 5:00–6:00 p.m.
Come meet Ms. Goins and Ms. Kanupp, learn more about the upcoming school year, ask questions, and claim your Pirate’s Loot!
We look forward to welcoming our Pirate families and kicking off an amazing school year together. We hope to see you there!
