Dear McHarg Elementary Families,
Welcome to another exciting school year at McHarg Elementary School, where our Bobcat family is ready to learn, grow, and accomplish amazing things together! On behalf of the entire staff, we are thrilled to welcome our returning students and extend a special greeting to those joining the McHarg family for the very first time.
This year, we’re putting on our capes and embracing our school-wide superhero theme! Alongside our favorite mascot, Coach Bob, we’ll discover that the greatest superheroes aren’t the ones who fly or have magical powers—they’re the children who choose to do the right thing every day.
Our theme for the year is Power Up With Purpose. Every day, we’ll encourage students to use their unique strengths to make a positive difference in their classrooms, their school, and our community. Whether they’re asking thoughtful questions, showing kindness to a friend, solving a problem, or never giving up when learning gets challenging, our students will be building the habits of everyday heroes.
You’ll also hear a familiar reminder throughout our hallways: Every Day the Hero Way.
At McHarg, being a hero means being safe, respectful, peaceful, responsible, and kind. It means showing courage by trying new things and learning from mistakes. It means helping others and celebrating everyone’s successes and including classmates and treating others with compassion. It means persevering through challenges with a positive attitude and taking pride in being a McHarg Bobcat.
Throughout the year, Coach Bob will help lead the way, reminding students that heroes don’t need superpowers—they simply make heroic choices. Whether we’re celebrating academic growth, recognizing acts of kindness, exploring exciting STEM challenges, reading incredible stories, or cheering each other on, Coach Bob will inspire our Bobcats to become the very best versions of themselves.
At McHarg Elementary, we believe every child has special gifts waiting to be discovered. Our dedicated teachers and staff are committed to creating a safe, engaging, and joyful learning environment where every student feels valued, challenged, and encouraged to succeed.
Families are an important part of every superhero team. Your encouragement, involvement, and partnership make a tremendous difference in your child’s success. We invite you to stay connected through our website, newsletters, social media, and school events as we celebrate the wonderful things happening throughout the year.
As proud members of Radford City Schools, we are honored to serve your family and grateful for the trust you place in us each day. Together, we’ll inspire our students to dream big, work hard, care for others, and become confident learners and compassionate leaders.
Thank you for being part of the McHarg family. We are looking forward to an incredible year filled with learning, laughter, friendship, and unforgettable memories.
So grab your cape, charge up your superpowers, and join Coach Bob as we…Power Up With Purpose……and live Every Day the Hero Way!
Here’s to an amazing 2026–2027 school year!
Warmest regards,
Ken Keister
Principal
McHarg Elementary School