Our Mission in Richland One We will prepare every student to be a successful, contributing citizen in a global society by providing an effective and high quality education. Our Beliefs in Richland One We believe that... Everyone learns. Each person has immeasurable worth and needs to be valued. Every person is responsible for his/her choices and actions. Integrity governs our behavior. People are interdependent. Change provides opportunity for growth. Excellence is attainable. New to Richland One? Family Literacy Programs We have a Family Literacy Plan for you! Here you'll find out how to make the most of the time with your children before school starts. District Resources Handbook School Supply Lists District Calendar Publications For Parents In The News Safe and Drug-Free Schools School Zone Locator Buses/Transportation Student Nutrition Services Testing Information Link Richland One School Board Before & After School Office of Extended Day Programs Supplemental Services Athletics PASS Graduation Student Records Lifelong Learners Dropout Prevention and Partnerships Adult Education Parent Education Coming soon! Become Involved Parent Involvement Policy Richland One's Parent Involvement Policy describes our responsibilities as educators and yours as parents. Parent-Teacher Organization Joining the PTO is the best way to stay connected to your child's school and success. Become a mentor or volunteer Mentoring a student is as rewarding for you as it is for the child. Volunteer today. Family Book Club This program provides opportunities for families to read and discuss books together. Become a V.I.P.! There are two ways to be a V.I.P. in Richland School District One: Parents are encouraged to visit our Very Important Parent (VIP) page, and anyone can sign up with our Communications Department to be a Very Influential Person by helping spread the word about all the great things that are happening in Richland One. Miscellaneous Job Opportunities View all current job vacancies at Richland One and apply online. Inquiries/complaints Visit our parent ombudsman if you have a concern or complaint about anything. Community Resources Richland County Public Library Voted the nation's best public library in 2001, RCPL is a must-see. The entire bottom floor is devoted to reading and learning activities for children of all ages. YMCA The "Y" is a great place for kids to learn, grow and have fun. See all the YMCA programs in your area. Richland County Recreation Commission RCRC sponsors numerous recreation activities in the Midlands. Go swimming, play ball or climb the monkey bars today! Dept. of Health & Environmental Control DHEC promotes and protects the health of the public and the environment. Dept. of Health & Human Services DHHS manages the Medicaid program to provide the best healthcare value for South Carolinians. Social Services DSS ensures the safety and health of children and adults and helps those in need of food and financial assistance		Community and District Leaders Support Richland One... Do You? Summer Reading Midlands-area teachers, business-people, coaches and personalities join forces to talk about the importance of summer reading. Click here to watch the videos. Read Richland One Research shows once students are in school, parental help in the form of modeling good reading habits, monitoring homework and television viewing is associated with gains in student achievement. Soon we'll be sharing videos of local personalities encouraging children of all ages to keep reading. Stay tuned!