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
The Riverside School Board has engaged HYA, a nationwide consulting firm, to lead our search for a new Superintendent. HYA uses the results of this survey to work with your Board to build a Profile of the desired characteristics to look for in our next Superintendent. Please click the link and complete the survey by the end of the day on March 15, 2026.
https://tinyurl.com/275ghygl
https://tinyurl.com/275ghygl
22 Riverside students competed at the State Individual Speech contest. Out of 31 events 22 received a Division 1 rating and 8 a Division 2:
Division I Rating:
Ava Burton- Solo Musical Theatre
Cassi Peterson- Public Address & Solo Musical Theatre
Clara Martens- Storytelling
Daizy Allen- Review
Emma Kroon- After Dinner & Solo Musical Theatre
Finley Meek- Spontaneous Speaking
Kayler Kallsen- Videocasting
Kort Rieken- Radio News
Lily Taylor- Storytelling
Mattie Haines- Solo Improv.
McKhennah Renshaw- Videocasting
Meg Haines- Review
Rex Shanno- Spontaneous Speaking
Ryker Terwilliger- Review
Sam Bernard- Radio News
Sydney Dellinger- Poetry & Solo Musical Theatre
Yasari Perez-Diaz- Prose & Radio News
Yezzie Terwilliger- Literary Program & Storytelling
Division II Rating:
Ava Burton- Poetry
Caitlin Fox- Prose
Connor Nilan- After Dinner
Finley Meek- Solo Improv.
Kayler Kallsen- Poetry
Lily Taylor- Literary Program
Mireysi Echevarria Perez- Poetry
RayLynn Sutton- Prose
Division I Rating:
Ava Burton- Solo Musical Theatre
Cassi Peterson- Public Address & Solo Musical Theatre
Clara Martens- Storytelling
Daizy Allen- Review
Emma Kroon- After Dinner & Solo Musical Theatre
Finley Meek- Spontaneous Speaking
Kayler Kallsen- Videocasting
Kort Rieken- Radio News
Lily Taylor- Storytelling
Mattie Haines- Solo Improv.
McKhennah Renshaw- Videocasting
Meg Haines- Review
Rex Shanno- Spontaneous Speaking
Ryker Terwilliger- Review
Sam Bernard- Radio News
Sydney Dellinger- Poetry & Solo Musical Theatre
Yasari Perez-Diaz- Prose & Radio News
Yezzie Terwilliger- Literary Program & Storytelling
Division II Rating:
Ava Burton- Poetry
Caitlin Fox- Prose
Connor Nilan- After Dinner
Finley Meek- Solo Improv.
Kayler Kallsen- Poetry
Lily Taylor- Literary Program
Mireysi Echevarria Perez- Poetry
RayLynn Sutton- Prose
Are you interested in the process for the search for a new Riverside superintendent? Please check out this link for more information: https://www.riversideschools.org/page/superintendent-search
It's Pi Day, and we're marking the occasion at Riverside CSD! 🥧
Pi is a remarkable number—infinite, non-repeating, and essential to mathematics and science. From calculating the area of a circle to solving complex engineering problems, it’s a constant our students will use throughout their academic careers!
Pi is a remarkable number—infinite, non-repeating, and essential to mathematics and science. From calculating the area of a circle to solving complex engineering problems, it’s a constant our students will use throughout their academic careers!
Each year we are required to post a statement containing the total property tax levy of the district for the upcoming budget year along with comparisons to last year. Questions should be directed to Dan Rold, the Riverside SBO, danrold@riverside.k12.ia.us
Please see the flyer for information about Kindergarten Round Up which is coming up at Riverside on April 15. Please reach out to Lori at OES (712) 482-6296 with questions. #WeRRiverside
We are looking for passionate educators to join our team for the 2026-27 school year! We are currently hiring a 4th grade teacher, a 5th grade teacher, and two special education teachers with a Strategist II endorsement preferred. 🍎
To learn more and apply, visit the employment page on our district website: https://www.riversideschools.org/page/employment
To learn more and apply, visit the employment page on our district website: https://www.riversideschools.org/page/employment
Congratulations to Riverside Vocal Jazz!
They placed 2nd in all classes at the IWCC Reiver Jazz Choir Festival.
Special shoutout to Emma Kroon who was named Outstanding Soloist for the day.
The Riverside School Board has engaged HYA, a nationwide consulting firm, to lead our search for a new Superintendent. HYA uses the results of this survey to work with your Board to build a Profile of the desired characteristics to look for in our next Superintendent. Please click the link and complete the survey by the end of the day on March 15, 2026.
https://tinyurl.com/275ghygl
https://tinyurl.com/275ghygl
There will be no school on Monday, March 16, as staff members participate in a scheduled professional development day. 📅
Preschool classes will be in session on Wednesday, March 18.
#WeRRiverside
Preschool classes will be in session on Wednesday, March 18.
#WeRRiverside
Healthy students are more likely to attend school regularly, stay focused throughout the day, and be ready to learn! 💫
Help your child thrive by making sure they get enough nutritious food, sleep, physical activity, and practice good personal hygiene.
If you have concerns about your child’s attendance or need support with overcoming challenges, please reach out to your school principal.
Healthy students are more likely to attend school regularly, stay focused throughout the day, and be ready to learn! 💫
If you have concerns about your child’s attendance or need support, please contact your school principal. #EveryDayCountsAtRiverside
Help your child thrive by making sure they get enough nutritious food, sleep, physical activity, and practice good personal hygiene.
If you have concerns about your child’s attendance or need support with overcoming challenges, please reach out to your school principal.
Healthy students are more likely to attend school regularly, stay focused throughout the day, and be ready to learn! 💫
If you have concerns about your child’s attendance or need support, please contact your school principal. #EveryDayCountsAtRiverside
Carson Elementary is looking for passionate educators to join our team for the 2026-27 school year! We are currently hiring a 4th grade teacher, a 5th grade teacher, and a special education teacher with a Strategist II endorsement preferred. 🍎
To learn more and apply, visit the employment page on our district website: https://www.riversideschools.org/page/employment
To learn more and apply, visit the employment page on our district website: https://www.riversideschools.org/page/employment
Support Riverside’s 2025-26 yearbook and advertise your business at the same time!
Yearbook ad spaces are now available:
⭐ $35 for 1/8 page
⭐ $65 for 1/4 page
⭐ $105 for 1/2 page
⭐ $200 for full page
Interested or have questions? Contact Brooke Flathers at bflathers@riverside.k12.ia.us to reserve your spot!
Yearbook ad spaces are now available:
⭐ $35 for 1/8 page
⭐ $65 for 1/4 page
⭐ $105 for 1/2 page
⭐ $200 for full page
Interested or have questions? Contact Brooke Flathers at bflathers@riverside.k12.ia.us to reserve your spot!
Women's History Month is a meaningful time to reflect on the women who have paved the way for progress and innovation throughout history.
This March, we encourage everyone in our community to take a moment to learn and reflect.
Here’s a great resource: https://www.womenshistorymonth.gov
This March, we encourage everyone in our community to take a moment to learn and reflect.
Here’s a great resource: https://www.womenshistorymonth.gov
Thanks for continuing to support the Riverside CSD through your use of pumps 3 and 4 at Taylor's. $201.77 contributed this month. #WeRRiverside
We’re committed to breaking down barriers to mental health care. That’s why we’ve partnered with Hazel to offer bilingual therapy in over 30 languages, ensuring all students at Riverside can connect with a licensed therapist who understands their culture and language.
In therapy, your child will gain essential tools to succeed in school and in life, such as:
✓ Improving communication
✓ Building confidence
✓ Enhancing coping skills
✓ Fostering healthy relationships
All students—regardless of immigration status—can access virtual therapy at no cost to families.
It’s easy to get started: getstarted.hazel.co
#BilingualTherapy #StudentSupport #Telehealth #MentalHealthSupport #HazelHealth #OnlineTherapy
Thanks to the Oakland Fire Department for their quick response today at Riverside MHS to investigate the possible gas leak. We appreciated being able to keep our kids safe and your prompt arrival and mediation of the situation. #WeRRiverside
Art (Ms. Jennie Karros) and SEL (Ms. Stephanie Stephens) have been working with their students at CES on building a pair of Self-Affirmation Wings on What Lifts the Students Up? Stop at CES during conferences for a photo op and look at all the students hard work!
Your closets are full…and our Shoe Drive is almost here! 👟 Donate new or gently used shoes April 1–22 and help Riverside keep shoes out of landfills.
