Riverside Community School District

After finishing their unit on Jazz music, the 5th grade got to watch the High School Jazz Ensembles perform live! #WeRRiverside

7th graders in Ms. Kallsen's room spend Fridays writing and analyzing quick writes. #WeRRiverside

6th graders are working on their algebra skills today. #WeRRiverside

Preschool will be in session Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday during the week of February 16.

There will be no preschool on Friday next week. 📅 #WeRRiverside

Boys Wrestling hosts the Class 1A, District 9 tournament this Saturday! The top two in each weight will advance to the State Tournament next week. Tickets are purchased via the IHSAA at the link below ⬇️ https://www.iahsaa.org/tickets/

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!

Want to be a Bulldog for 2026-27? 🐾

✅ Apply by March 1
✅ One form per child
✅ Only submit once—no need to reapply each year

Start here: https://educate.iowa.gov/media/11478/download?inline #WeRRiverside

Thanks Riverside for supporting our school by using pumps 3 and 4 at Taylor's. They donated $231.21 this month. #WeRRiverside

In support of our boys basketball schedule, the School Board meeting on Monday, February 16, will begin earlier than usual. The meeting will start at 5:00pm and take place in the Carson Elementary Media Center.

Go Bulldogs! 🏀 #WeRRiverside

February is Dental Health Month—a perfect time to brush up on healthy habits for the whole family! 🪥🦷

Here are some tips to get you started: https://dentistry.uic.edu/news-stories/tips-for-good-oral-hygiene-and-healthy-smiles/ #WeRRiverside

Our amazing paraprofessionals at OES stepped in today to help sanitize all the things our PK–2 students touch. 🧼🧸 Grateful for their teamwork and care as we work to reduce student illness and get everyone back to what matters most—learning together. 💙📚

Thanks to our custodial staff and paras for showing up today to sanitize our buildings to ensure we are ready for our kids tomorrow. #WeRRiverside

Riverside will not have school on Tuesday, February 10 due to illness.

La escuela de Riverside no abrirá sus puertas el martes 10 de febrero debido a una enfermedad.

Did you know? Students can earn a volunteer cord to wear at graduation! 🎓

High schoolers can complete community service hours through a variety of student volunteer opportunities in our community and school. By logging the required number of hours, seniors will receive a special cord at graduation recognizing their service and dedication.

Learn more and find opportunities here:
https://www.riversideschools.org/page/student-volunteer-opportunities

22 Riverside students competed at State Large Group Speech Contest on Saturday, February 7th.

Results were as follows:

Solid Division 1 rating:
Musical Theatre -- Emma Kroon, Sydney Dellinger
Short Film -- Kayler Kallsen, Perrin Towne, Carly Akers, Courtney Kvaal

Mixed Division 1 rating:
Group Mime -- Cassi Peterson, Olivia Kinser, Sam Bernard, Meg Haines, Daizy Allen

Mixed Division 2 rating:
Group Improv -- Emma Kroon, Sam Bernard, Clara Martens
Group Improv -- Meg Haines, Mattie Haines, Kayler Kallsen, Daizy Allen
Short Film -- Finley Meek, Aiden Duede

Solid Division 2 rating:
Short Film -- McKhennah Renshaw, Rylie Beller, Ava Burton, Stephanie Mosqueda-Cruz
Radio Broadcasting -- Sophia Timberman, Piper Albert, Megan McDaniel

Speak Up is an anonymous and confidential reporting tool for students, parents, and community
members. It allows you to safely report concerns about direct threats, suspicious activity, or changes in
behavior. If you're worried about a friend or have seen something concerning, Speak Up provides a way
to alert authorities before situations escalate. Your voice could make all the difference!
Remember, if you're in an emergency, call 911. Speak Up is not monitored 24/7.
Your Voice. Your Safety. Speak Up. Learn more: www.speakuppc.com

Riverside Elementary is on a mission to help families stay active and learn lifesaving skills through the Kids Heart Challenge! Complete Finn’s Mission to learn Hands-Only CPR and your student will earn a Lifesavers Cape, plus a chance to win two tickets to Super Bowl LXI in 2027! Sign up today at http://www2.heart.org/goto/oakland or http://www2.heart.org/goto/riversidecarson or on the AHA Schools app to get started.

Help us congratulate Tyler Johannsen as he steps into a new role as activities director! Tyler is a valued member of our district staff, and we are excited to see him bring his experience, leadership & dedication to supporting student activities & athletics! 🏫 #WeRRiverside

The Boys Wrestling Class 1A State Dual Tournament begins tomorrow at 10:45 am in Coralville! All info including tickets, schedules, arena policies, etc. can be found on the IHSAA's State Tourney Central ⬇️ https://www.iahsaa.org/wrestling/state-tournament-central/

Attending school is about so much more than what you learn in the classroom. It's about friendships, teamwork, creativity, and discovering your passion! 🌟

Every day is an opportunity to grow, explore, and build memories that last a lifetime.

#EveryDayCountsatRiverside