Weekly Update - Week of March 9th, 2026

Dear Families,

March is upon us and the race to Spring Break begins! We are glad to see a turn in warmer weather and the ability to get outside and enjoy (some) sunshine. Please take a look at some things going on at Heritage and around the RV community. 

 Kindergarten Registration

Kindergarten registration is now open, and we are so excited to welcome our newest Heritage Vikings for the upcoming school year! If you have a child who will be five years old on or before the required date, we encourage you to begin the registration process as soon as possible. Early registration helps us plan for classrooms, staffing, and special events to ensure a smooth start to the year. We can’t wait to meet our future kindergarten students and partner with our families as they begin their Heritage journey!

You can find registration infromation below on our RV webpage.

https://www.rvk12.org/our-district/enroll/kindergarten

Kindergarten Orientation will take place on Friday, May 8th. 

 

Weapons Detectors at Heritage Elementary

River Valley Elementary Buildings (Heritage and Liberty) will begin using weapons detection systems at our main entry points for the morning arrival. This will begin Tuesday, March 10th and continue for the duration of the school year.

Please see the following notice for additional information. 

Weapons Detector Letter - RV Elementary Buildings

Vic the Viking Detector Video

 

 

 

Weather Updates

Weather delays and cancellations can be found on the following sources along with our ParentSquare and phone alerts. 

River Valley Local Schools Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/RVschools 

River Valley Local Schools X Page (Twitter) @rvschools https://x.com/rvschools

Recess

Please remember as the temperatures fluctuate, our teachers try their best to go outside for recess as much as possible. As long as the REAL FEEL TEMPERATURE is at or above 20° F, teachers will attempt to go out. Be sure students are wearing adequate coats, gloves and hats whenever possible. 

During the winter months, we do try and take advantage when we get a substantial snowfall and coordinate sledding activities. These will come from your grade level/teacher teams to help allow everyone time to plan and have additional sledding attire. 

Yearbook Orders

Students will be coming home with order forms for yearbooks. Some people might have ordered at the same time as pictures, and this would provide an additional chance to order. We only have a VERY LIMITED amount to purchase at the end of the year, so please be sure to order them ahead of time!

You can also place an order online at https://book.hrimaging.com/book/ . 

School Fees

School fees for the upcoming year are $40. Online payment can be completed through MySchoolBucks. You may also pay in cash or checks (payable to River Valley) in the front office. If you feel you qualify for free or reduced fees, please be sure to fill out the portion in your Final Forms regarding the free and reduced program. We appreciate your prompt attention to this matter. 

You may see a fee for the Chromebook Insurance - this is an OPTIONAL fee if you choose to select the insurance. If you do not wish to purchase this insurance, the fee will drop off in October. You may opt-in later, however, the device must be inspected and in good working order to gain coverage. 

Free Breakfast and Lunch

We are thrilled to announce that free breakfast and lunch will continue to be provided for all students this school year! This initiative helps ensure that every student has access to nutritious meals, supporting their learning and well-being.

Here is the link to the elementary menu:  RVElemMenu25-26.pdf

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Upcoming Dates:

Mar. 10th - Weapons Detectors Begin for Morning Entry

                   Heritage Specials Night 5:30 - 7:30

Mar. 13th - Prime Time 2-Hr Delay

                  End of the 3rd Quarter Grading Period

Mar. 20th - Grade Cards go home

Mar. 23-27 - Spring Break (No School)

Mar. 30th - School Resumes

 

I’m excited to share that Summer Camp 2026 registration is officially open at Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Ohio! Because your child has been part of our Club community, you’ve seen the energy, friendships, and growth that happen within our Club walls. I would love to welcome your family back this summer.

•  June 1-July 31
•  $20 membership fee + $75 dollars per week (9 weeks)
•  Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
• Daily breakfast and lunch included

At Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Ohio, our Summer Camp delivers intentional, outcome-driven programming rooted in proven youth development practices and focused on the whole child.

All programming aligns with our four priority outcome areas:

• Health & Wellness – Promoting physical activity, healthy habits, and overall well-being

• Character & Leadership – Building confidence, responsibility, teamwork, and positive decision-making

• Academic Success – Preventing summer learning loss through enrichment, STEAM, and literacy

• Life & Workforce Readiness – Strengthening communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and career     awareness

Each week features themed programming, engaging activities, and field trips designed to make summer both fun and meaningful. Our trained and caring staff are committed to creating a safe, positive, and inclusive environment where youth can grow, explore, and thrive:

Camp BGC Once Upon a Summer Into the Wilds Legend has it... Million Dollar Makers Back to the Future! Bee Amazing Invention Convention Passports to Adventures

ECO Center Franklin Botanical Garden Marion Tall Grass Trails Movie Theater Max Aiir Coopers Arcade RV Farms COSI Air Force Museum

  

Spots fill quickly each year (we have 22 still available), so I encourage you to register early to secure your child’s place. Learn more and register here: bgccentralohio.org/summer-2026/

I’m looking forward to another incredible summer of learning, leadership, and lasting memories with your family.

Gabbi Hill

River Valley Site Director

Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Ohio 

720 Columbus Sandusky Road South| Marion, Ohio 43302

Office: (740) 387-3462 ext. 104

www.bgccentralohio.org

Join us in creating safe spaces and brighter futures — make a gift today.

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2026 Incoming 4th-6th RV Football and Cheer

5th Grade Career Day

Journaling Club

4th Grade Teacher Mrs. Pahl joins the Try Something New Club and teachers students some fun family card games

Inclusivity Ambassadors wore orange on March 4th to celebrate Developmental Disabilities Awareness month.  This group is making a difference to ensure all students feel valued and celebrated. #Worthit

 

    

 

 

Sincerely,

John Wickersham

Building Principal at Heritage Elementary