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Happening at Open High
2025-26 Calendars (beginning July 1, 2025)
‼️NEW‼️Staggered start dates:
- August 18 - First day of school for students in Preschool, Kindergarten, and grades 1-5. (Does not apply to RPS 200 students)
- August 18 - First day of school for students in grades 6 and 9.
- August 19 - First day day of school for all other secondary students (grades 7-8, and 10-12)
As we prepare for a safe and successful school year, we want to remind all RPS families about our Clear Backpack Protocol. All RPS students are required to use clear backpacks, which help ensure the safety of everyone in our schools. You can find full details, FAQs, and approved bag examples on our website.
If your family is in need of support with obtaining a clear backpack, please reach out to your school principal. Thank you!
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We are thrilled to announce that RPS is transitioning from Remind to ParentSquare as our new, division-wide communications platform.
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Happening in Richmond
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Announcements
As a part of Richmond Public Schools’ (RPS) ongoing efforts to enhance safety for students and staff members, clear backpack requirements will be in effect for the 2024-25 School Year.
If you or someone you know needs mental health support, please access the resources listed here.
Join the RPS team in teaching, leading, and serving with love next year! We're thrilled to offer sign-on bonuses and paid training for select positions. View our current job openings and apply today!
Show your #RPSLove and check out our RPS Love Bonfire store with t-shirts, hoodies, masks and more! All proceeds and donations benefit our schools, teachers and instructional assistants, and local racial justice, housing, and food support non-profits.