Tomorrow, Thursday, is a Duty Free Lunch day. We are still looking for volunteers to help out, even if you are available for as little as 30 minutes. Thanks in advance for your support. The Sign Up Genius is linked on our RDE Facebook Page.
Tomorrow night is also our rescheduled PTA Meeting. It will be held in the Media Center at 6:00. Childcare will be provided.
Friday is National School Resource Officer Day. We want to give a shout out to Deputy Justin Griffiths and thank him for all he does for us all here at River Dell each and every day.
This Saturday is the highly anticipated Glow Dance. This is definitely one of the students' favorite events of the year. The times are as follows: 10:00-11:30 for PreK, Kindergarten, 1st grade, and EC, 12:00-1:30 for 2nd and 3rd grades, and 2:00-4:00 for 4th and 5th grades. You can preorder tickets or purchase tickets at the door. There will also be pizza, popcorn, drinks, face painting, and glow items for sale. We can't wait to see everyone there!
Last night the JCPS Board of Education made a change to the calendar. Due to the previous inclement weather, Johnston County Public Schools was closed on February 5, 2026. The Board elected to make up the day on March 9, 2026, which was originally scheduled as a Work Day.
Lastly, this is a reminder that next Monday, February 16th is a JCPS Teacher Workday, so there will be no school for students.
We hope everyone has a great night and remember, once a Racer, always a Racer.
📣📣 JCPS will be open on February 6, 2026, operating on its regular schedule! 📣📣
Based on the current weather forecast, there is a potential for black ice and frozen precipitation. We will remain in contact with local emergency officials and national weather services, and if additional school schedule changes are necessary, we will provide an update by 6 AM, Thursday, February 5, 2026.
School nutrition will serve breakfast upon students’ arrival. Early morning care will open two hours later than the normal start time. All extracurricular activities will resume.
Thank you and have a great evening!
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue to work through these weather events.
Due to the inclement weather and the hazardous road conditions, Johnston County Public Schools will remain closed on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, and all extracurricular activities have been canceled. The district will operate under Condition 4 of the inclement weather plan.
Condition 4 is the Remote Learning Day option. Please visit the JCPS website at www.johnston.k12.nc.us/inclementweather for full details.
We will continue to monitor weather conditions over the coming days and provide updates on district schedule changes.
As always, safety is our top priority as we follow the guidance of local safety and emergency officials. We will continue to monitor the conditions and provide updates as they become available. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Please be safe!
Due to the inclement weather and the hazardous road conditions, Johnston County Public Schools will remain closed on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, and all extracurricular activities have been canceled. The district will operate under Condition 4 of the inclement weather plan.
Condition 4 is the Remote Learning Day option. Please visit the JCPS website at www.johnston.k12.nc.us/inclementweather for full details.
We will continue to monitor weather conditions over the coming days and provide updates on district schedule changes.
As always, safety is our top priority as we follow the guidance of local safety and emergency officials. We will continue to monitor the conditions and provide updates as they become available. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
❄️ Please be safe and enjoy a wonderful day in the snow! ⛄️
Due to the inclement weather and the hazardous road conditions, Johnston County Public Schools will remain closed on Monday, February 2, 2026, and all extracurricular activities have been canceled. The district will operate under Condition 4 of the inclement weather plan.
Condition 4 is the Remote Learning Day option. Please visit the JCPS website at www.johnston.k12.nc.us/inclementweather for full details.
We will continue to monitor weather conditions over the coming days and provide updates on district schedule changes.
As always, safety is our top priority as we follow the guidance of local safety and emergency officials. We will continue to monitor the conditions and provide updates as they become available. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
❄️ Please be safe and enjoy a wonderful day in the snow! ⛄️
Ready, set, KINDERGARTEN! 🎉🎒✏️
Registration is open for the 2026-2027 school year and we’re excited to welcome our newest learners!
Get started today on our website: www.johnston.k12.nc.us/enrollment
Due to the inclement weather and the hazardous road conditions, Johnston County Public Schools will remain closed on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, and all extracurricular activities have been canceled. The district will operate under Condition 4 of the inclement weather plan.
Condition 4 is the Remote Learning Day option. Please visit the JCPS website at www.johnston.k12.nc.us/inclementweather for full details.
As always, safety is our top priority as we follow the guidance of local safety and emergency officials. We will continue to monitor the conditions and provide updates as they become available. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Please be safe!
Due to the inclement weather and the hazardous road conditions, Johnston County Public Schools will remain closed on Monday, January 26, 2026, and all extracurricular activities have been canceled. The district will operate under Condition 4 of the inclement weather plan.
Condition 4 is the Remote Learning Day option. Please visit the JCPS website at www.johnston.k12.nc.us/inclementweather for full details.
As always, safety is our top priority as we follow the guidance of local safety and emergency officials. We will continue to monitor the conditions and provide updates as they become available. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Please be safe!
She is also known for her kindness, going out of her way to include others and create a positive environment for her classmates. Thoughtful, supportive, and always willing to help, Karrington models good choices, a positive attitude, and determination.
Congratulations, Karrington, for being recognized as the January Character Ed Student for River Dell Elementary! 👏
Are you interested in a meaningful career with lasting rewards? Are you passionate about shaping the future?
Join Johnston County Public Schools at our Job Fair on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 9 AM to 12 PM at Smithfield-Selma High!
Why JCPS?
✅ Competitive pay
✅ State health benefits
✅ Opportunities for growth and incentives
✅ A great place build your career and life
Don't miss this opportunity! Scan the QR code or register at: https://bit.ly/jobfair2026
Can’t wait and want to join the team today? The job vacancies page here: www.johnston.k12.nc.us/employment
It has been a great first couple of days back. Students and teachers have been excited, engaged, and working hard. The buzz of learning can be heard all around the building.
A couple of reminders:
- The tardy bell rings at 8:55 daily. Students should be in their seats by that time.
- If your child arrives after the tardy bell rings and there are no RDE staff members outside, please walk your child inside to the office to sign them in. Students should not walk in alone.
- For those parents in the carpool line, please remember that you can use both lanes as you enter and drive around the long, curvy driveway, and you should take turns and safely "zipper merge" into the single line at the end of the curvy driveway. Thank you for following this protocol.
- We have some substitutes working in our carpool line in the afternoon this week and next. Please make sure you have your official RDE carpool tag, or a picture of the official tag, to show them in line. Thank you for following this measure to ensure safety for all Racer students.
- Tomorrow is Duty Free Lunch for our amazing RDE teachers. If you are able to volunteer to help out, even for 30 minutes, please use the link on our Facebook page to sign up. It is greatly appreciated!
We hope everyone enjoys the rest of your week, and remember...once a Racer, always a Racer. Have a great night.
JCPS is thrilled to announce an exciting community event you won’t want to miss! Our wonderful partners, the Johnston County Ed Foundation, will host a Harlem Wizards basketball fundraiser on February 9, 2026, at Smithfield-Selma High School. The event will begin at 6:30 PM and doors will open at 5:30 PM.
We invite all JCPS families, staff, and community members to join us for an unforgettable night of high-flying basketball where some of JCPS’s most captivating athletes will compete against the Harlem Wizards! Come cheer as some of your favorite principals, teachers, coaches, and support staff step onto the court for some friendly competition, school spirit, and lots of laughs. This high-energy evening promises fun, laughter, and unforgettable entertainment for students, families, and staff, all while supporting a great cause.
🏀 Who are the Harlem Wizards?
The Harlem Wizards are a nationally renowned basketball entertainment team known for their incredible ball-handling skills, jaw-dropping trick shots, and interactive, family-friendly showmanship. Blending athletic talent with comedy and crowd engagement, the Harlem Wizards create an electrifying experience that delights audiences of all ages while promoting positive messages about teamwork, education, and community.
🏀 Who is the Johnston County Ed Foundation?
This event is spearheaded by the Johnston County Education Foundation, which plays a vital role in supporting JCPS by investing directly in our educators and classrooms. Through grant funding and other initiatives, the Foundation helps bring innovative instructional projects to life, supports creative teaching strategies, and enhances learning opportunities for students across the district. Events like this fundraiser make it possible for the Foundation to continue expanding its impact in JCPS schools.
So, if you are looking for great entertainment, for an even greater cause, mark your calendar now and get ready for a night of excitement, community engagement, and fun for everyone!
🎟️ To register, click here: https://bit.ly/4anzlrL
Believe it or not, we only have a day and a half left before the holiday break. It is hard to believe we will be in 2026 very soon. Tomorrow is Reindeer Day and Friday is Polar Express Day.
Also, a reminder that Friday is an early dismissal day. Carpool will begin at 1:45, and all parents picking up students in carpool should arrive on campus by 2:10.
We hope everyone has a great night and remember, once a Racer, always a Racer.