Colonial Elementary School * Blue Ridge, VA

Thank you Colonial PTA for helping send a team of Colonial staff to the Ron Clark Academy House Mania conference!!! 🐾

School Supply Kits for sale! This is NOT a fundraiser. It is simply a service our PTA provides for those interested. 🐾

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Summer Reading Challenge This summer, as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of America’s founding, we are excited to invite all children (K-8) to join in the Second Lady’s 2026 Summer Reading Challenge. Participants will read and track 12 books of their choice between June 1 and September 4. Every book counts!

Only 2 weeks until BOCO Wild!

Get ready to climb, paddle, explore, and play at one of Botetourt County’s favorite outdoor family events. BOCO Wild is packed with hands-on activities, wildlife encounters, educational exhibits, and adventures for all ages.

📅 Saturday, June 13
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Buchanan Town Park

Bring your family, invite your friends, and join us for an afternoon of fun in the great outdoors. The countdown is on!
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Great job Lori!!!!

Last Thursday, Mr. Divers and his sons shared their experiences with Soap Box Derby Racing. Students learned about the building of the cars, how they work, and the STEM skills required. Thank you to the Divers for sharing this cool activity with the school.

If you are interested in learning more about Soap Box Derby in the Roanoke Valley, check out Star City Soap Box Derby.

Did you sign up for band next year and Read Mountain? Are you thinking you might want to still try it? Read Mountain will be holding trial days where you can try out instruments. If you were thinking, you still want to try it, come out to get some firsthand experience.