Rainelle Elementary

Students at Rainelle Elementary enjoyed cupcakes donated by the late RFTW rider Don Pierce, whose generosity and spirit continue to bring smiles to our school community. His legacy lives on through these sweet moments of sharing and remembrance.

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Friday, June 5, is the last day of the school year for students. On this day, students will be dismissed 2 hours early to allow our teachers to participate in required faculty senates.

Thanks for a great school year! Here's to finishing strong and enjoying the summer break coming up! ☀️

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Picnic with Parents was a wonderful opportunity for our 3rd–5th grade students to share part of their school day with the people who support them most—their families!

Parent involvement plays a vital role in student success. When families and schools work together, students feel encouraged, supported, and motivated to do their best. We loved seeing parents, guardians, and loved ones join us for lunch, creating special memories and strengthening the connection between home and school.

Thank you to all of the families who joined us and helped make this event such a success. Your presence makes a difference, and we are grateful for your continued partnership in helping our students grow and thrive!

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On Friday, we were incredibly honored to welcome Task Force Omega to Rainelle Elementary School as they announced the winners of the Memorial Day essay and poster contests and shared the importance of remembering our POW/MIAs. Their heartfelt message of remembrance, sacrifice, and patriotism continues to make a lasting impression on our students, and we are truly grateful for their visit and continued dedication to honoring our nation’s heroes this Memorial Day.

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Friday, June 5, is the last day of the school year for students. On this day, students will be dismissed 2 hours early to allow our teachers to participate in required faculty senates.

Thanks for a great school year! Here's to finishing strong and enjoying the summer break coming up! ☀️

#GreenbrierCountySchools #LastDayOfSchool #EarlyDismissal

Snack packs will be sent home with all Greenbrier County Schools students the week of June 1.
For our virtual students, snack packs will be available for pick up at Greenbrier East High School. We will share additional details soon to coordinate a pickup time that works with the school.
We’re grateful for the opportunity to provide this support for our students and families!

Parents of 5th Grade Students, join the staff at WGMS this evening for orientation!

From playground dreams to graduation days — once kids racing down this slide at recess, now seniors standing at the edge of endless possibility. The playground may feel smaller now, but their futures have never looked bigger. No matter where life takes them, it all started here.
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Mrs. Vaughan's second grade has been learning about West Virginia and what a wonderful way to wrap up the unit then an exciting Coal Mine Exhibition field trip!
Last week these Rangers were able to tour underground to see some of our state's heritage!
Afterward, they were able to tour the coal camp, homestead, and complete hands-on activities inside the space station!
What a great day to be a Ranger!

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We are pleased to inform parents of 3rd through 5th graders that you should now be able to see your child's 2026 WV General Summative Assessment results online. We will be sending access codes and instructions home with students tomorrow. Please contact the school if you need assistance. Thank you!

Bus 12-70 will not be able to make the morning run this morning. If you are able to bring your child to school, we would greatly appreciate it. We are sorry for the inconvenience. Thank you!

Hands-on Learning in Action!

Second graders at Rainelle Elementary had a blast exploring contractions through a fun, interactive game! Students searched the room to find the partner who completed their word—turning reading practice into an exciting challenge. Learning really clicked as they worked together, held up their words, and made reading truly hands-on.

When learning is active and engaging, those skills stick!


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Our students have been exploring the important roles that working animals play in our world, and today’s lesson brought that learning to life in a powerful way. 🐾

Students in Ms. Riley's Pre K class experienced firsthand the level of trust required between guide dogs and the people they support. Working in pairs, one student guided their partner—without using any words—while their partner navigated the space with modified glasses that limited their vision.

This meaningful activity helped build empathy, communication skills, and a deeper appreciation for the incredible work of guide dogs and the bond they share with their humans. 💛

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Rainelle Elementary is proud to start the day with encouragement and positivity!

During morning drop-off, our Principal, Ms. Chapman, and Title I teacher, Ms. Adkins, greeted students with smiles and uplifting messages, holding signs that inspired everyone to do their very best on upcoming summative assessments. 📚✨

Their presence set the tone for a confident and focused day, reminding students that they are supported, capable, and ready to succeed. It’s moments like these that show the heart of our school community—working together to lift up every learner. 💛

We’re cheering on all of our students as they show what they know. You’ve got this! 💪

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Parents of 3rd through 5th graders. We will begin our series of the WV General Summative Assessment tomorrow. Our students will be completing the essay portion of the assessment. Please make certain your child gets a good night’s rest and encourage them to do the very best they can. We can’t thank you enough for supporting your child’s education.

Coming up this weekend! Students get in for FREE!!

Rainelle Elementary Fifth Graders learned "How the Orchestra Swings" for their LinkUp recorder concert at Carnegie Hall! This program is sponsored by Carnegie Hall New York, Carnegie Hall Lweisburg, and Greenbrier County Schools. The concert was presented by Carnegie Hall's Community Orchestra and the West Virginia Jazz Orchestra.

First Grade Family Night Fun!

Mrs. Kesterson hosted a wonderful evening at Rainelle Elementary where families wrote their very own stories!
It was an evening full of creativity, collaboration, and a love for literacy.
Thank you to all the families who joined us and made it such a special night!!

Mrs. Vaughan’s second grade class at Rainelle Elementary had an exciting week of learning and fun with their Ireland unit! Students explored new facts, practiced their writing skills, and brought their learning to life with clovers, rainbows, gold, and a little bit of luck to end a great day.
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