Calling all RAPCS Panthers!
The 2025-2026 school year at Richard Allen Preparatory Charter School (RAPCS) officially kicks off tomorrow, Monday, August 25, 2025! Please read the following important information regarding the beginning of the school year:
First Week of School Schedule
- Monday, August 25, 2025: First first day of school for 5th & 6th grade students only. 7th & 8th grade students do not report to school. 1 PM early dismissal.
- Tuesday, August 26, 2025: First day of school for 7th & 8th grade students only. 5th & 6th grade students do not report to school. 1 PM early dismissal.
- Wednesday, August 27, 2025: All students report to school. Full day schedule.
- Thursday, August 28, 2025: All students report to school. Full day schedule.
- Friday, August 29, 2025: All students report to school. 1 PM early dismissal.
Arrival and Dismissal Times
- Arrival: Students are expected to arrive at school each day no later than 8 AM. Our doors open to students as early as 7:15 AM.
- Dismissal: Students are dismissed at 3:10 PM Monday - Thursday each week, with the exception on half days (such as our first two days of school this week). Students are dismissed at 1 PM on Fridays.
We look forward to welcoming you into the Panther Pride and stepping into an exciting, innovative, and historic school year together!
Richard Allen Preparatory Charter School
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