Rashkis Elementary School

🔜 This Thursday, June 4, the CHCCS Board of Education will hold its regularly scheduled Board meeting at Lincoln Center, located at 750 S. Merritt Mill Rd. in Chapel Hill.

What to expect: During the meeting, the Board is expected to have a conversation and vote on the proposed closure of either Ephesus, Glenwood or Seawell elementary schools.

How the Board meeting will work: The June 4 meeting takes place at the usual location: Lincoln Center, 750 S. Merritt Mill Rd., Chapel Hill. Board meetings are also livestreamed (the link will appear on this page.)

🕖️ Open session usually starts around 7 p.m. (The meeting officially begins at 6 p.m. with a closed session not open to the public, for various legal or personnel matters.)

🗣️ Public comment will take place shortly after 7 p.m. Individuals who wish to speak will be allowed up to two (2) minutes.

We remain committed to moving forward thoughtfully and transparently, with care and respect for everyone in our community. Please visit CHCCSTogether.org for the latest information and previous updates.

Library News: "Please note that the last day to check out school library books was May 29. ALL books, regardless of checkout date, are due back by June 5. If your child has lost or damaged a book, or if you're not sure why you're getting email alerts, please email Ms. Sharma at [email protected]. Thank you!"

June Dates:
June 2 - Grades 3-5 Reading EOG

June 3 - Grade 5 Science EOG,
Third Grade Wax Museum at 1:30pm

June 4 - Grades 3-5 Math EOG

June 5 - All Rashkis Books are Due

June 10 - Fifth Grade Promotion Ceremony (9:00am)

June 11 - Last Day of School - Early Release (11:35am)

Our Rashkis PTA is experiencing a real need for the 2026-2027 school year. Our currently serving board members will no longer be able to serve due to either an expiring term or children moving on to middle school. While your support as a parent is critical, we desperately need oversight and leadership to ensure that the rich Rashkis school culture can be revived and thrive in the upcoming school year. Having an engaged and connected PTA board/members is critical in order to make that happen. As we prepare for the onboarding of a new principal, new families for the 2026-27 school year and the wonderful possibilities that a new year brings - please consider joining and supporting our PTA.

Positions include:
President (running monthly meetings, coordinating communications, etc)
Vice President
Treasurer (Managing the budget and PTA finances)

Chapel Hill Carrboro Public School Foundation Nothing Found As a champion for public education in the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City School District, the PSF provides additional funding to our schools for innovative programs that advance student achievement and teacher development.

🥫 The Chapel Hill-Carrboro Public School Foundation is asking for your help with the annual Porch Summer Food Drive! Food donations often decline during the summer, leaving local pantries understocked.

👉️ You can help by contributing to the Porch Summer Food Drive now through June 25.

📍 Drop off non-perishable items between 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at your school’s main office or Lincoln Center.

Most needed items include: Cereal, rice, pasta sauce, canned tuna, pasta, hearty soups, peanut butter, jelly, granola bars, mac and cheese, healthy snacks, canned fruit, veggies, and beans.

Help nourish local families this summer! Thank you!

This has been an eventful week for the Rashkis community - An underground spirit week from staff, field day, and a principal recommendation announcement from Dr. Trice!

We are so excited to finish our last two weeks of school with positive vibes. Please remember EOGs are coming up and the end of the school year can be tiring for all students. Please keep up with a consistent bedtime so students can finish the school year strong 💪🏾

“"Dear Rashkis community, I’m pleased to share an update about school leadership for 2026-27 and beyond. Next week, I’ll be recommending Mr. Evan Nelson as the next principal of Rashkis Elementary School. Mr. Nelson has been with CHCCS for six years, including the past two years as the assistant principal at Scroggs Elementary. Prior to that he served as the AP at Seawell Elementary.

“I am honored and excited to join the Rashkis Elementary School community as principal,” Mr. Nelson said. “I believe the principalship is founded on service, on being present in the daily life of the school, and on building relationships. Strong relationships are built on trust that grows when people feel heard, supported, and known. I care deeply about student growth and strong academic outcomes, and I believe that students should have opportunities to develop communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills that will serve them beyond their time as a Raptor. Most importantly, I am committed to reducing and eliminating opportunity gaps in our community and to fostering an environment where students and staff feel a true sense of belonging.”

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Mr. Nelson’s appointment will become official pending Board approval at their June 4 meeting. After that, be on the lookout for a “meet and greet” with Mr. Nelson before the current school year ends.

Finally, please join me in sharing gratitude for Ms. Minnie Goins as her interim principal service comes to an end in June. Thank you, Ms. Goins!

Sincerely,

Dr. Rodney N. Trice, Superintendent”"

Today teachers participated in a “Zoom Call Dress Code.” Business on top and pajamas on the bottom! Check out some outfits below!

P.S. Tomorrow is Field Day! Remember that students should bring:
- a change of clothes
- towel
- water bottle
- healthy snack

Please remind students to wear comfortable clothes and sneakers!

💙💚 New Student Enrollment is NOW OPEN! From kindergarten to high school, CHCCS offers engaging learning experiences, caring educators and opportunities for every student to thrive.

Families can learn more and begin the enrollment process today on our website.

💻️ Parents/caregivers can enroll online
🤗 Or, district staff are available to assist in-person at Lincoln Center (750 S. Merritt Mill Road, Chapel Hill)
🔗 Use the link in bio, or visit chccs.org to find the enrollment page.

We can’t wait to welcome new students and families into our school community.

Let's get ready for the 2026-27 school year! 😎

Porch Summer Food Drive is now underway!

Did you know that food donations often decline during the summer, leaving local pantries understocked at a time when school is not in session? You can help by contributing to the Porch Summer Food Drive May 18 through June 26, 2026. Drop off non-perishable items between 9 AM – 3 PM at your school’s main office or Lincoln Center.

Most needed items include:
Cereal, rice, pasta sauce, canned tuna, pasta, hearty soups, peanut butter, jelly, granola bars, mac and cheese, healthy snacks, canned fruit, veggies, and beans.

Help nourish local families this summer!