Community Corner

Policy Pathways is currently seeking students interested in joining the Politrek Study Abroad & International Education Student Ambassador program. Nominations are due January 24, 2025.

Mark your calendars for Saturday, January 4, 2025, and come cheer on the Trojans as they take on the Johnson C. Smith Golden Bulls! Free admission for students if they bring this flier! Free admission to teachers & staff with employee ID.

Come one, come all to a free pancake breakfast and photos with Santa! Saturday, December 21, from 9-11 a.m.

“In The Trenches: Entrepreneurial Journey” will take place on Saturday, January 25th from 10AM to 12PM (ages 14-17) and 1PM-3PM (ages 18-24) at 1830 Creighton Road, Richmond, VA, 23223.  

Todos los estudiantes de 12.º grado están invitados a una feria de exploración profesional el 4 de febrero de 2025.

Maymont is offering an option for families seeking stimulating programs for their students on selected dates when school is out of session: Out-of-School Day Camps!

All RPS Seniors are invited to the 1st Annual Career Exploration Fair on 2/4/25.

All high school juniors are encouraged to apply for the Bezos Scholars Program. The yearlong, no-cost leadership development program helps young people with passion start making a difference. The deadline to apply is January 21, 2025.

The University of Richmond is currently offering $5 discounted tickets for RPS teachers, staff, students, and their families to attend the following home games: December 14 at 6 p.m. vs. Belmont, December 21 at 6 p.m. vs. VMI, December 28 at 6 p.m. vs. Florida Gulf Coast, December 31 at 4 p.m. vs. George Washington University. Click above to purchase tickets!

Are you in high school or an undergraduate student who is interested in cancer research? Are you a graduate student interested in a career in scientific writing? 

Well, we have internships for your students! 

Voices for Virginia's Children, alongside Greater Richmond Fit4Kids, Virginia Poverty Law Center, and American Heart Association, will be hosting a Healthy School Meals for All Rally and Advocacy Day during the 2025 legislative session.

The RPS Lit Limo has a new Winter schedule! Be sure to visit a location near you!

Does your furry friend need a bath? Hair cut? Nail trim? The Animal Care students at the Richmond Technical Center are offering their services!

Please take note of an upcoming event that will take place on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 and a Series of Financial Empowerment Sessions that will begin on Saturday, November 9, 2024.

Congresswoman McClellan's Youth Advisory Council (YAC) offers a platform for high school students in VA04 to actively engage with their Representative, federal staff, and current events through monthly meetings.

Imagine going to work knowing what you do each day positively affects people in your community. Working at the Y, you’ll discover more than a job–you’ll enjoy the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.

The YMCA ensures the safety and well-being of students daily in After School programs. In Y programs we strive to help children learn, grow and thrive.

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is inviting K-12 students across the country to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the landmark Civil Rights Act through original art projects. We encourage submissions in all mediums, including drawings, paintings, photos, dance, songs, videos, poetry, essays, etc. 

For youth who love the adventure of summer camp, Maymont will keep the adventure alive during the school year when school is out!

Roses and Wings Girls Mentoring Program serves elementary and middle school girls, meeting during the school year on Saturdays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.

As a graduate of RPS Huguenot High School, I am dedicated to giving back. On December 15, 2024, I will host a community baby shower and would like to extend support to pregnant students and or staff within RPS who can use assistance.

GRASP es una organización 501(c)(3) benéfica, sin ánimo de lucro que asiste a estudiantes y sus familias a conseguir la financiación necesaria para la educación terciaria. 

The Shield Lab at VCU is looking to connect with individuals in the community who support creating emotionally supportive spaces for youth and families and to promote their current project, the Family Expression and Emotional Life Study to African American families of middle school children. Families will be compensated for their time. Interested? Just scan the QR code on the flier to complete the interest form.

The RAA Cadet Program is a full-time comprehensive training program, which will provide accepted attendees the opportunity to become certified Emergency Medical Technicians-Basic (EMT-B).

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Richmond has partnered with VCU’s Institute for Collaborative Research and Evaluation to understand the needs of Richmond’s Public Schools (RPS) middle and high school students. Click to learn more and please take their survey!

Youth Ambassador Applications for the USA Pavilion are now open! Youth Ambassadors have an incredible opportunity to serve as the “Faces of America” at the Expo 2025 Osaka. This exciting, six-month-long mega event represents the largest public and commercial diplomacy forum in the region since 2010. We are partnering with Sister Cities International to identify and recruit a cohort of Americans ages 19-27. Please refer to Sister Cities International's website for the application and any other inquiries about the program.

Baby Artsplay!™ classes demonstrate the important connection between performing arts and early childhood development. Parents/caregivers attend all sessions with their children and learn strategies for incorporating singing, dancing, drama, and other multi-sensory activities into their child’s daily routine to increase engagement and support learning. Visit the website for more information and to register! 

The Virginia Home for Boys and Girls will host a free Youth Mental Health First Aid workshop on Friday, January 10, from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. in the VHBG dining hall (8716 West Broad St). The course will help teachers and other school staff to recognize the signs of anxiety, depression, and more in youth ages 12-18. Space is limited and registration is required. 

In case you haven't noticed, new Sheetz stores are popping up ALL OVER the Richmond region and they are constantly looking for employees. Reach out to Stacy Nuttall for info: snuttall@sheetz.com.

The Radford Tuition Promise ensures that Virginia families who make $100,000 or less can attend Radford University with tuition covered! 

Virginia State University leads the Virginia College Affordability Network (VCAN) initiative and provides access to 275 Pell-eligible students with free-tuition. This opportunity is for students who graduate from a high school within 45 miles of the campus (Chesterfield County, Colonial Heights, Dinwiddie County, Henrico County, Hopewell City, Petersburg City, Prince George County, and Richmond City) and desire access to a University that can provide a quality education and experience. More info here: https://www.vsu.edu/admissions/vcan/

Sign your RPS student up for a VACU savings account, and we’ll jumpstart their savings by covering the $5 membership and depositing $20 in their account! Please note: Applications for minors age 13 or younger may only be completed and submitted by the intended custodian on the account.