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Peanuts are On the Rise!

Where tradition meets opportunity and every student is empowered to succeed.

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Where tradition meets opportunity and every student is empowered to succeed.

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Our mission at George Washington Carver Elementary is to create a joyful, academically excellent school that prepares students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose – college, career, and beyond-so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.

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Every child will grow up with a deep sense of persistence, empathy, achievement, neatness, unity, teamwork, and self-discipline.

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August 17, 2026

Welcome back, Carver!

Welcome to the 2026-27 school year! We are so excited to see you again. RPS schools are magical places filled with learning, joy, and belonging. We hope that each and every day, you learn something...

August 26, 2026

RPS Direct: Wednesday, August 26, 2026

New Beginnings at the Center: On Monday morning, something new began at Richmond High School for the Arts. For the first time, students walked through the doors of the newly constructed building, s...

August 23, 2026

The Peanut Gazette Newsletter

Happy Sunday! We can't wait to welcome our students tomorrow! Check out this week's edition of The Peanut Gazette Newsletter!

August 14, 2026

RPS Direct: Wednesday, August 12, 2026

Packed With Purpose: The 9th annual Ultimate Backpack Supply Drive was a huge success, with 35,744 backpacks filled with essential school supplies for RPS students. Even more incredible, the initia...