Upcoming Events
Announcements
2025 GCS Middle School Art Show
Please congratulate the following students who have artwork on display at Greenville Center for Creative Arts now through the end of this month!
6th
Jessie Dominguez Mendoza - Drawing
Layla Johnson - Mixed Media
Abey Kate Peters - Painting
Autumn Gariepy - Drawing
7th
Major Hayworth - Mixed Media
Bria Hawkins - Drawing
Jaliya Rice - Drawing
Aleishia Baldwin - Mixed Media
Anthony Ortiz - Painting
Noelle Ruata - Mixed Media
8th
Maddie Konen - Drawing
Layken Nelson - Drawing
Scarlett Harkins - Painting
Allison Wilkey - Mixed Media
Maci Zimmerman - 2-D Design
Woodmont HS Cheerleading Tryouts
Tryouts are May 7th, 8th and 9th from 4-6:00pm. There is a mandatory parent meeting Thursday, March 27th at 6:00 pm in the WHS Media Center. Cheerleading Tryouts Information.
Choir Tryouts For Solos
Choir Tryouts for solos in the choir concert this spring will take place on Monday, April 21 for 7th graders and Tuesday, April 22 for 8th graders.
Summer School Program
- It will be hosted in June 2-5, June 9-12, June 16-19, June 23-26
- Student instructional day is 8:30-12:30
- Our students will attend at Woodmont Middle School (not at RCMS)
- Students that have failed math or ELA will be asked to attend
- Breakfast and Lunch will be provided
- Transportation will NOT be provided
- Invitations will be sent out in April
ARMES - Arts Reaching Middle and Elementary Schools
Auditions for 2025-2026
- Nominations Open: February 3, 2025 - Deadline: March 31, 2025
Learn more about the ARMES program and nominate someone for the program.
The ARMES Program (Arts Reaching Middle and Elementary Schools) is a tuition-free artistically gifted and talented program designed to meet the needs of identified 3rd-8th grade Greenville County students in the areas of music, dance, drama, visual art and writing. The purpose of the program is to allow students to explore their chosen art form in depth while promoting individual creativity.
Pay Student Fines and Fees with My School Bucks
Parents, you can now pay for your student's fees using My School Bucks. Helpful Video
Ralph Chandler Middle School Recognized as a 2023-2025 PTSA School of Excellence
Ralph Chandler Middle School is proud to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious designation of PTSA School of Excellence by the National PTA for the years 2023-2025. This honor is bestowed upon schools and their PTAs that have demonstrated a strong and sustained commitment to building meaningful family-school partnerships, enriching the educational experience, and and enhancing the overall well-being of all students.
In a time when fostering strong connections between families and schools has never been more critical, this recognition underscores the dedication and collaborative spirit of the entire Ralph Chandler Middle School community. The tireless efforts of our PTSA, staff, students, and families have been instrumental in achieving this significant milestone.
Ralph Chandler Middle thanks all stakeholders for their efforts in supporting the community, its students, families, and the school. Together, we will continue to strive for excellence in all that we do.
2024-25 Dress Code Information
In an effort to increase alignment in discipline and dress code practices between schools and to provide more consistency and clarity for parents and students, please refer to the following links for guidance. These dress code specifications and violation consequences are in effect for the 2024-25 school year. This information is also found in our 2024-25 Student Handbook found on our website. Please reach out to me with any questions by contacting the front office. Dress Code English Dress Code Spanish
Extended Day Program (EDP) for the 2024-2025 School Year
The purpose of the Extended Day Program is to provide a quality afterschool experience where each child receives academic support, gains social emotional skills, and develops deepened relationships in a safe and nurturing environment. EDP runs every full school day from 3:30-6 and follows the GCS calendar. The program is not open on half-days, teacher work days or holidays. There is a $40 registration fee and the fees are listed below:
2024-2025 Extended Day program Fee Rates
| Number of Children | Weekly | Half Week | Daily |
| 1 | $52.00 | $32.00 | $21.00 |
| 2 | $83.00 | $58.00 | $32.00 |
| 3 | $110.00 | $85.00 | $45.00 |
| 4 | $137.00 | $110.00 | $58.00 |
| 5 | $159.00 | $135.00 | $71.00 |
*A half week is 2 days, 3 days or more is considered a full week
Please email Katie Garner at kgarner@greenville.k12.sc.us with any questions.
RCMS Happenings....
Greenville County Schools Calendars
Interested in receiving text messages about school cancellations and other schedule changes?
The GCS Alert Form-English and GCS Alert Form-Spanish can be found by clicking the appropriate link. The form is only for parents who currently have a landline listed as their “Primary Contact Phone” and wish to receive texts about school cancellations or other emergency schedule changes. Parents who already list a cellular phone as their primary contact will not need to take action to receive this service. Additional information from the District.
Parents, please be reminded that our school policy regarding early dismissal asks that parents not seek an early dismissal after 2:45. Early dismissals at any time are disruptive to the school day and are particularly problematic in the last 30 min. of our instructional day.
From School Counseling Services:
Keeping you and our community healthy and safe, as well as maintaining mental well-being, have always been and remain our top priorities. In efforts to help our families have quick access to resources please see the following links below:
Mental Health Resource Guide for the Upstate of South Carolina - List provided by NAMI
Community Resource Guide for the Upstate of South Carolina - List provided by The Carolina Center for Behavioral Health
RCMS Panther Sports News!
For the LATEST SPORTS NEWS, UPDATES, and FORMS-CLICK ON THE BIG RC!
GCS announces a Clear Bag Policy for those attending athletic events.
Details on the Clear Bag Policy can be found HERE, along with Frequently Asked Questions.
All students interested in playing any athletic sport MUST fill out Athletic Packet in full and turn in to your coach. If a Physical is at the High School, it is the student's responsibility to get a copy for RCMS.
