Riverside Community School District

We are proud to recognize National Athletic Training Month!

A huge thank you to the athletic trainers from Peak Performance who work tirelessly to keep our student-athletes healthy, safe, and performing at their best:

⭐ Bobby Reisz
⭐ Taylor Frain
⭐ Claire Fischer
⭐ Mack Olmstead

We're so grateful to have you in our corner!

about 5 hours ago, Stephanie Anderson

Being present on a daily basis helps children feel better about school—and themselves! 🤗

By maintaining consistent attendance, students have access to the skills and knowledge they need to thrive well into the future. 🚀 #EveryDayCountsAtRiverside

about 6 hours ago, Stephanie Anderson

There will be no kindergarten on April 15 as we host Kindergarten Round Up for incoming students. We look forward to welcoming families and sharing more about the school experience ahead! 🎒 #WeRRiverside

about 20 hours ago, Stephanie Anderson

Interested in 3-year-old preschool? 🧸 Preschool runs M, T, Th, F from 8:10 to 11:00am, with flexible childcare options.

Children must be 3 by Sept. 15 & potty trained.

Express interest here: https://tinyurl.com/RCSDpreschool #WeRRiverside

about 20 hours ago, Stephanie Anderson

about 22 hours ago, Stephanie Anderson

February's theme was kindness, and the following students were selected by their teachers as being February Top Dawgs. Congrats to Aubriella S, Skyler G, Kasper R, Ruby P, Emma K, Kayler K, Karlie M, and Yezi T [not pictured]. These students were all selected for their kindness, hard work, and contribution to our Bulldog family! Keep up the great work!

1 day ago, Nicholas Kroon

Way to go, Team Goal Diggers, for winning the Riverside staff 2026 Wellness Challenge! #WeRRiverside

3 days ago, Stephanie Anderson

This March, we're celebrating Youth Art Month and the incredible ways our students express themselves through art. Watching our young artists grow and develop their craft is one of the true highlights of the school year! 🎨 #WeRRiverside

3 days ago, Stephanie Anderson

🥿👟🩴🥾👢 Let the closet cleaning begin! We are challenging Underwood Community School District in a friendly competition to see which community can bring in the most shoes. These shoes will be donated to Soles4Souls this year! This year *should* mark Riverside's 10,000 pair of shoes! 🦅vs🐶

3 days ago, Jen Perkins

Thanks to our supporters for helping make this night a success! Our goal is to flip-flop next year for a Math Night at OES and Literacy Night at CES. 💛💙

3 days ago, Jen Perkins

March is Music in Our Schools Month! 🎶

We’re taking a moment to celebrate the music educators who make our program something truly special:

⭐ Amanda Brandon
⭐ Sam Schmitz
⭐ Katelyn Biggs

These outstanding educators inspire our students to explore their musical talents, develop their skills, and find joy in the power of music. Thank you for bringing the gift of music into our schools each and every day!

4 days ago, Stephanie Anderson

We would like to invite community members to join us on March 30 for in-person focus groups facilitated by HYA.

We know that strong school districts are built on strong community involvement. This is a wonderful opportunity for our local leaders, volunteers, and families to share their perspectives on our search for the next Superintendent.

Choose the time and location that works best for you!
Monday, March 30
11:30AM at the BarN'Grill in Carson
12:15PM at the Back Forty in Macedonia
6:00PM at the Riverside Middle High School in Oakland

No RSVP is required. We look forward to seeing you there!

4 days ago, Stephanie Anderson

Our 2nd grade students are learning how to hold drumsticks correctly, follow rhythm patterns, and stay on beat. These bucket drummers are strengthening focus, coordination, and teamwork with every tap! 🎶

5 days ago, Stephanie Anderson

Reminder about Preschool Screening, if your child will be 4 by September 15, please call Lori and make an appointment for your screening. #WeRRiverside

5 days ago, Stephanie Anderson

Family literacy night at OES was so much fun with LOTS of Bingos and literacy skills. #WeRRiverside

6 days ago, Stephanie Anderson

PK-2 Literacy Night is tonight at OES from 5:30-6:30! Learn about how your student is learning to read while playing BINGO as a family. There are BINGO prizes and Door Prizes! Join us for some good green fun!

6 days ago, Jen Perkins

Our 4th-8th Grade Youth Volleyball Camp sign-ups are now open! Sign-up with the camp form for the grade your athlete will be entering next year. Please return the completed form and payment to Coach Brooke Flathers by May 15th!

6 days ago, Brooke Flathers

Wishing everyone in our community a very Happy St. Patrick's Day. May good luck follow you today and always! ☘️ #WeRRiverside

6 days ago, Stephanie Anderson

Many Riverside students were recognized during our Winter sports banquet. #WeRRiverside

7 days ago, Stephanie Anderson

A team within the Riverside Community School District composed of teachers, administrators, parents, and AEA staff have worked to revise our District Delivery Special Education Delivery Plan. We are asking the public to review this plan and provide us with feedback. Please send feedback directly to Mr. Johannsen, our district special education director, at tjohannsen@riverside.k12.ia.us by Thursday, March 19.
You can view the plan at this link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FepsU9R4kqHyGryfCh13krVBbRHwyQ0J/view?usp=sharing

7 days ago, Stephanie Anderson