News & Announcements

Is your child turning 4 on or before September 1, 2026? It’s time to start their journey into learning! We are officially registering for the 2026-2027 school year and conducting DIAL-4 evaluations.

✨ READY TO REGISTER? Skip the scan and click the link below to get started today!
👉 https://tinyurl.com/37kvfna2

Check the schedule below to find the best time and location for your family:

📍 Hardeeville Elementary
March 20: 8 AM – 2 PM
March 24: 2:30 PM – 4 PM
March 31: 2:30 PM – 4 PM
April 2: 8 AM – 2 PM
April 17: 8 AM – 2 PM
May 1: 8 AM – 2 PM

📍 Ridgeland Elementary
March 16: 2:30 PM – 4 PM
March 20: 8 AM – 2 PM
March 30: 2:30 PM – 4 PM
April 2: 8 AM – 2 PM
April 17: 8 AM – 2 PM
May 1: 8 AM – 2 PM

🎒 What to Bring:
To complete your registration, please make sure you have the following items with you:

Your Child (for the evaluation)
Parent/Guardian ID
Full Birth Certificate
Proof of Residency (2 types)
Proof of Income or the child’s Medicaid Card
Current Immunization Record

#JasperCountySchools #PreKRegistration #BackToSchool2026 #EarlyChildhoodEducation #JCSD

Congratulations to the outstanding students of Ridgeland Elementary School who were inducted into the National Beta Club on Friday, February 27, 2026! We are incredibly proud of your hard work, leadership, and commitment to academic excellence.

The National Beta Club is the nation’s largest independent, nonprofit educational youth organization. Founded on the pillars of Achievement, Character, Leadership, and Service, Beta Club recognizes high academic achievement while also encouraging students to serve their schools and communities.

Being inducted into Beta is more than earning good grades — it represents a commitment to integrity, responsibility, and making a positive impact. Membership provides scholars with opportunities for leadership development, community service, academic growth, and scholarship opportunities that can benefit them well beyond elementary school.

We applaud our newest Beta members for setting a strong example and striving for excellence. The future is bright at Ridgeland Elementary! 🌟

#JasperPride #RidgelandElementary #NationalBetaClub #StudentSuccess

Ridgeland Elementary School Staff engaged in several team building activities centered around "Souper Bowl of Caring!" Our staff and students had a great day of teaching, learning, and football fun!

RES School Counselors were given gifts by Dr. Jacqueline Murdaugh, Administrator of JCAP and Guidance, in celebration of School Counselors week

Congratulations to Noelle Wilson, a fourth-grade student at Ridgeland Elementary School, who is now a published author! 🎉

Noelle wrote an essay that has been published in the book The Magic Map, through the Young Writers Club. We are so proud of her creativity, hard work, and love for writing! 🌟✍🏾

Way to go, Noelle—keep reaching for the stars! ⭐📖

We’re excited to offer a powerful new After-School Program and Saturday School Tutoring Academy designed to give students targeted academic support in small groups.

Beginning January 29, 2026, students will receive:
📘 Academic intervention
✏️ Homework support
🌟 PBIS motivation
💻 Personalized learning
🍎 Snacks & 🚌 transportation

Saturday School begins February 29, 2026, and is open to ALL grade levels!

📅 Registration is open now through January 9, 2026.
👉 Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/sX7ezGTZSW

Let’s help every child shine Beyond The Bell! 🌟

Food Drive Success!

On Tuesday, October 21st, our parents were invited to attend a Title III Professional Development. We are so thankful for our awesome parents who show up and share their hearts and viewpoints diligently.

Ridgeland Elementary student Christian Roulhac is cashing in on his Perfect Attendance Award with a free haircut at Jay’s Barbershop!

Students who maintained perfect attendance for the month earned a complimentary haircut or hairstyle from our amazing local barbers and beauticians. 💈💇‍♀️

A huge thank you to our community partners for donating their time and talent to support our students! Your generosity motivates our scholars to show up, learn, and grow every day. 🙌

He is getting cut by an amazing barber, Kyhlinn Jenkins.

📚 Why Attendance Matters (especially in early education):

🧠 Builds strong learning habits — Regular attendance helps children develop consistency, focus, and responsibility early on.

🤝 Supports social and emotional growth — Being present builds friendships and a sense of belonging in the classroom.

📈 Improves academic success — Research shows students who attend school regularly perform better in reading and math.

🎯 Sets the foundation for lifelong success — Good attendance habits in elementary school lead to better outcomes in middle and high school.

Let’s keep encouraging our students to show up every day — because every day counts! 💪✨

#EveryDayCounts #PerfectAttendance #RESProud #CommunityPartners #JaysBarbershop #JasperCountySchools