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Ruby F. Carver Elementary School

9/20/26 Newsletter

Posted Date: 09/20/26 (12:00 PM)

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September 20, 2026

Dear Families,

Don't forget that school will be closed on Monday.  We look forward to seeing your student on Tuesday.

Please continue to review our ROAR expectations at home so that your student comes to school each day set up for success.
Ready to learn
Own your behavior
Always safe
Respectful and responsible

All toys should be left at home.  These become a distraction in class and around the building.

If your child is missing a jacket, sweatshirt, or water bottle, have them check the lost and found, located across from the front office.

New Information

Megablast Fundraiser
Our megablast fundraiser is running now until October 2.  Proceeds from the fundraiser will go to the PTA and the school to fund various classroom projects, ROAR store incentives, House celebrations, and more!  

Prizes are given throughout the fundraiser as valid emails are entered.  


Girls on the Run
There is still time to sign up your child to participate.  GOTR is for female students in grades 3-5.  Click here to register and see flyer below for more information.

House Spirit Wear Sale
We will be holding an online spirit wear sale in October.  More info to come. 

Staff Shout-Outs
Want to recognize a staff member for something amazing they did?  Fill out this form linked here.  These will be shared weekly with staff. 

Fit For Life 7:20-7:35
9/21 Monday-no school
9/22 Tuesday-1st/3rd
9/23 Wednesday-none
9/24 Thursday- 2nd
9/25 Friday-4th and 5th

Student Lanyards and ID Cards
If your child has lost their ID card, you can request a replacement (we recommend waiting a day or 2 after your student has looked for it). The first replacement is free, after that they are $5. House colored lanyards were given to every student and will be given to new students as they get their house. Any replacement lanyards will be in black. Click here to request a new ID card. ID cards are used for breakfast, lunch, and library check out.

New Volunteer Opportunity
We will be opening up our ROAR store for students to trade in their points for prizes and need volunteers to help assist.  This will happen on Wednesdays from 7:20-8:00 in the cafeteria, beginning October 7.  Click here to sign up to volunteer.

PTA Updates

Did you miss Back to School Night?

Author Visit and Book Opportunity K-3
Bestselling author-illustrator Stephen Shaskan will be visiting Ruby F. Carver Elementary on Wednesday, October 7th. He will be talking to K-3rd graders about how he turns a silly idea into a hit graphic novel series like Pizza and Taco, and sharing the latest book: Scariest Sleepover Ever!

Our local bookshop, bbgb books, is facilitating this author visit, and is offering copies of the Pizza and Taco series (signed and personalized by Stephen Shaskan) for free school delivery. To purchase books for a student, please visit our school's ordering page and follow the instructions at the top of the page: https://bbgbbooks.com/school-author-visits/ruby-f-carver-elementary

Please place your book orders by Wednesday, September 23rd to guarantee personalization (if requested) and free school delivery on the day of the author visit.

Books purchased after the visit date can be picked up at bbgb. Should you like to arrange shipping, please contact bbgb at 804-353-5675. Personalization is not available for books purchased after the visit date, and signed copies will be available while supplies last.

Virtual Author Visit Grades 4-5
R. L. Stine will be joining us virtually to lead a discussion with our 4th and 5th grade students on October 29.  See flyer below for more details.

Join the PTA

Volunteer
Want to help out in the cafeteria as a volunteer during lunch? Click the link below to sign up. Make sure you have completed the online volunteer form.

Continue to Support the PTA
Want to support the PTA?! When you order Marco's pizza, enter COUGARS and a portion goes back to the PTA.
Click here to join the PTA
Promotional poster for the Ruby Carver Mega Blast Fundraiser, featuring Rick Smith Jr. and Elie Magic.
A promotional flyer for Girls on the Run at Ruby F. Carver, featuring program details, photos of smiling girls, and a QR code for signing up.
A promotional flyer for an author visit by Stephen Shaskan at Ruby F. Carver Elementary, featuring details on book orders and event dates.
A flyer announcing a virtual author event with R.L. Stine for Carver PTA students on Thursday, 10/29/2026, featuring his books and a live Q&A.
A flyer announces a meal-packing community service event sponsored by Rise Against Hunger and Gayton Kirk Presbyterian Church on September 27, 2026.
Great Clips coupon offering any haircut for $16.99, valid until 11/30/2026.
A flyer for the Henrico County Public Schools Community Food Pantry at the Oak Avenue Complex, every Monday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

HCPS Family and Community Engagment


Bridge Builders Academy Sessions:
  • September 15- FRC open House at The Oak Avenue Complex/ 5-7pm
  • September 29- Overview of the HCPS specialty Center application process and online resources available to Families.(Spanish)- Virtual
 

Upcoming Events

September 20- October 2 Megablast fundraiser
September 21- School closed
September 25- Grandfriend's Day Celebration
September 28- School closed; Spirit Night at Burger Works 5:00-9:00
September 29- Fall picture day
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Don't Forget...

  • All Carver students will receive FREE breakfast and lunch daily should they choose. Students can purchase snacks and/or ice cream with money on their account.
  • ID Cards- ALL students will be required to wear their ID badge daily. These will be used for getting breakfast and lunch, checking out library books, and tardies.
  • Cell phones/watches- Please keep all cell phone and electronic watches in student bookbags throughout the school day. For further guidance, please see the Student Code of Conduct.
  • Attendance- If your child will be absent, please call the front office. If your child will be absent for a planned trip, you must notify Dr. Budny in writing (email kfbudny@henrico.k12.va.us).
  • Transportation-for any change of transportation, you must notify the office in writing-please do not just message the teacher as their focus is on instruction and they may not see your message; you can email jhbanks@henrico.k12.va.us and ckellison@henrico.k12.va.us
  • Birthdays-In an effort to celebrate student birthdays in a safe and healthy way, edible treats may not be sent in (cupcakes, cookies, etc.). If you wish to send in non-food items for your child's class, here are some suggestions: pencils, stickers, playdough, etc. Please reach out to your child's teacher for more details.
  • A new volunteer form must be filled out each year in order to be considered for a field trip chaperone or to assit in the classroom. See buttons below to complete an online volunteer form.
Volunteer Form (English)
Volunteer Form (Spanish)
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School Counseling and Student Wellness Information

Mental Health Resources
If you or your student are in need of community resources, click the link below to get more information.
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HCPS Safety Info

Anonymous Alerts
School administration and counselors monitor alerts that come in that may pertain to bullying, threats, or other concerns. To learn more about Anonymous Alerts and to submit a message, please visit: https://www.henricoschools.us/page/anonymous-alerts

Student Medications
Written parental permission on the appropriate form is required before any medication may be administered. The school nurse or clinic attendant must administer all prescription and over-the-counter medications (including cough drops, acetaminophen, ibuprofen, and cold and cough preparations) in the school clinic.

For more information on HCPS safety, visit

Threat Assessments (For Self-Harm and/or Harm to Others)

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Parent Online Resources

ParentSquare--Download the app from the app store for your iPhone or Android

Don't forget to sign up for Parent Portal and Schoology. Please visit https://www.henricoschools.us/page/the-connection-online-services-and-resources for more information.

Securly--lets you monitor what your student is searching online through HCPS issued devices

For help in using these resources in various languages, please see this video as created by HCPS. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmkuVq2gTVMpvGNDAo7k94Q
 
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Contact info

Please reach out with any questions or concerns. Office hours are Monday-Friday 7:20-4:00

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clothing to cash flyer