Green Envelope
August 28 2026
From the Principal's Desk:
Good morning, RCS Families!
Yes, we are almost there! The start of a new school year is just around the corner, and I am excited to welcome our students and families back to Resurrection Catholic School.
We have been busy preparing for the new school year, and I am pleased to share some of the many upgrades, additions, and exciting changes taking place around our school:
- Our hallways have been freshly painted.
- The gym floor has been resurfaced.
- A new shed has been added outside for athletic storage.
- We are introducing a new social-emotional curriculum for our PreK students.
- We now have two PreK 3 classes and two PreK 4 classes.
- We have welcomed Mr. D, an experienced new music teacher to our faculty.
- Mrs. Renbjor will be leading the PreK 4 half day program.
- We have hired a new PreK 3 aid, Mrs. Melissa Dobbins, whose son, Alex, will be joining us in PreK 4.
- Mr. Tim Barnes is our new Maintenance Director and has been so helpful in assisting us in preparing for the first day of school.
Important Dates – Please Mark Your Calendars
September 1 – Supply Drop-Off | 6:00–8:00 PM
This evening will provide families with an opportunity to drop off supplies and meet the teachers and see the school.
PreK thru 5th grades are all located on the first floor along with the Spanish classroom. Middle school will occupy the second floor. See this years school map layout here.
New Student Orientation | 6:30–7:30 PM
New students and their parents are invited to join us in the St. Mary's Room during Supply Drop-off. We will review important information regarding drop-off and pick-up procedures, lunch, dress code, and other topics to help make the transition to RCS as smooth as possible.
Performing Arts Reveal | 7:30 PM
Immediately following the New Student Orientation, we will gather in the school lobby at 7:30 PM for the exciting reveal of this year's Theater Arts production!
September 8 – First Day of School K-8
Our first day is going to be a very special one!
A Special Welcome from Bishop Williams
We are honored to welcome Bishop Williams to RCS on the first day of school. Bishop Williams will welcome our students and visit several classrooms throughout the morning.
We will also have a special prayer gathering for parents at the flagpole at 8:00 AM. We have asked Bishop Williams to lead us in prayer as we begin a new school year, asking for a year filled with health, happiness, joy, and God's blessings.
Rain Plan: In the event of rain, our 8:00 AM parent gathering will be held in the gym.
When you enter the school property there will be cones dividing the entrance. The front of the school drop off will stay to the left and pull up as far as possible in front of the school. Please remember to be aware that we will have a large line behind you.
If you are in grades 1-8 stay to the right and follow around the back of the school. Please pull up as far as possible and do not cut across the parking lot as the children are moving. Once the line stops the students may exit the car and use the sidewalk to enter through the courtyard entrance door.
Updated Morning Drop-Off Procedure We have made two changes to our morning drop-off procedures this year:
- Kindergarten and PreK students, along with their siblings, may be dropped off at the front of the school.
- Our Late Bell is now at 8:00 am sharp. Students should be in their classrooms and in their seats by 8:00am. Not 8:05am. Doors will still be open at 7:40am
- Pre-K & Kinder - your large P sign will be available to pick-up during Supply drop-off and should be displayed in your vehicle when using the front-side school drop-off area.
- Please review the pick-up procedures here before the first day of school.
- If your child is a walker, please make sure you complete and sign the required walker permission form NOW AVAILABLE on your parent portal. Once the form has been received, we will issue your child a walker badge.
I am truly looking forward to an exciting new adventure as we begin the 2026–2027 school year. Thank you for choosing Resurrection Catholic School and for entrusting your children to us. We are grateful for the opportunity to educate, support, love and guide your children each day.
I look forward to seeing all of our students and families very soon!
God bless,
John W. Keeley-Principal
Resurrection Catholic School
Smile, Share, Make Good Decisions!
New Family Ambassador Program
A simple way for New Families to get acquainted with the community by getting paired up with a current family. New and Current families are invited to SIGN-UP.
New families are also invited to be featured on our social media!
Playground Meet Ups
AUG 29 | 10am Pre-K 4 Playground Meet Up
SEPT 1 | 6-8pm Playground & Pops during Supply Drop-Off
Room Parent Applications Now Open❗
Room parents will be selected and notified by September 16th.
The room parent meeting will be held the morning of September 21st at 8:15 am in the Saint Mary's Room (zoom option available).
All volunteers must be Virtus Certified (completed finger printing, background check and attend a diocesan training session) prior to attending any event in the classroom.
Volunteering Virtus Trainings
Parent volunteers are an important part of the Resurrection Catholic School community! Whether helping in the lunchroom, supporting PTO events, serving as a room parent, chaperoning a field trip, or coaching a team, your time and talents help make RCS special.
For the safety of our students, all volunteers working with children must complete fingerprinting and Protecting God’s Children (VIRTUS) training through the Diocese of Camden before volunteering.
Friends Helping Friends Shopping Fundraiser 10/21
FIRST PTO Meeting of the Year 9/2
Join us on 9/2 at 7PM in the St. Mary's Room for our first PTO meeting of the year! Whether you're a returning family or new to RCS, we'd love to see you there! Come learn about the exciting events we have planned, meet other parents, and discover ways to get involved throughout the year.
Rita's Dine & Donate 9/2
Our first Dine & Donate of the year is a good one!
Head to Rita's Water Ice in the Ellisburg Shopping Center on 9/2. Don't forget to mention Resurrection Catholic School!
Blues & BBQ 9/26
Join us on Saturday, September 26 for a fun-filled family night at Resurrection Catholic School's Blues & BBQ! Enjoy live music from the Barclay Dad Band, delicious food, and a great evening spent with friends and family. We can't wait to see you there!
