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RCES & WCS Superintendent Mark Byrd and Assistant Superintendent, Westley Wood presenting Triad Flight of Honor with a donation for a Veteran to attend an Honor Flight.

RCES and WCS Superintendent, Mark Byrd and Assistant Superintendent, Westley Wood presents Triad Flight of Honor with a donation for a Veteran to attend an Honor Flight.

Image of RCES 2nd Grade students created paper plate balloons and had a parade after reading Balloons Over Broadway by Melissa Sweet.

2nd Grade students Balloon Parade after reading Balloons Over Broadway by Melissa Sweet

Congratulations banner for Mrs. Wendy Cook, RCES Instructional Assistant of the Year.
Celebration of Spelling Bee winners with students and teachers smiling together.
A decorated card celebrating School Counselor Week with a photo of a woman and floral designs.
Celebratory graphic featuring Mrs. Erica Mathis as Teacher of the Year. Pictured L to R, Megan Kinder (Principal), Erica Mathis (3rd Grade Teacher), and Natalie Marley (Principal Fellow).
Children enjoying Book Fair Week at RCES.

Book Fair Week

RCES At A Glance

  • 284 Students in PreK-5th grades
  • 50 Employees who support our students to excel as champions
  • 97% average daily attendance
  • 10,400+ Days of Learning since opening in 1965
  • 9 Teachers and Staff Members were former RCES students

Daily Announcements

Kids on the Run Training and 5K information offered by the Wilkes Family YMCA

Kids on the Run Training

Kids on the Run Training and 5K will kick off on June 9, 2026. This action-packed program is perfect for kids ages 5-17 who want to learn the FUNdamentals of running in a high-energy, team-focused environment. Click the headline to learn more about this program offered by Wilkes Family YMCA.
Bold text promoting the Book It Summer Reading Program with Pizza Hut logo.

BOOK IT! Summer Reading Program

During the summer months of June, July, and August, any child in Pre-K through 6th grade who meets their parent-set reading goals can earn a free Pizza Hut® single topping Personal Pan Pizza® from participating locations. Use the BOOK IT!® Mobile App to set goals, track progress, and redeem rewards.
Click the headline of this article for more information.
Summer Picture of different types of food.

All Aboard for Summer Meals

Wilkes County Schools, in partnership with Second Harvest and The Justice Project, is proud to offer free summer meals for children ages 1-18 throughout the summer. Click the headline of this article for additional information.
Health Update for Parents and Caregivers

Important Health Update from Wilkes County Health Officials

The Wilkes County Health Department and Wilkes Community Health Center have issued a joint letter regarding the rise in measles cases across the country and in North Carolina. Click the headline of this article for the full details and prevention tips.
RCES Spring Book Fair Flyer image

SPRING BOOK FAIR

It's time for our Spring Book Fair! Click the headline for more information.
Limited Bus Routes

Limited Bus Routes

Ahead of the winter season, please take a moment to review the limited bus routes for your district. There have been changes since last year. Click the headline above to view a list of current limited bus routes.
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Welcome to Ronda-Clingman Elementary School

 
Hello Panther Nation,
My name is Megan Kinder and I am honored and blessed for the opportunity to serve the students, staff, families and community of Ronda-Clingman Elementary School.  I have lived...  Click here to read the entire principal's message.