Riverside Community School District

If you notice something unusual or concerning that could impact school safety, please share that information with a teacher, counselor, or administrator.

When we communicate openly, we protect everyone! 💪 #SeeSayDay #WeRRiverside

HAPPENING TONIGHT: Our next public meeting focused on our school facility needs and the Physical Plant & Equipment Levy on the ballot this November!

Join us at 5:30pm in the Carson Elementary Commons. Hear from district leaders and have an opportunity to ask questions.

Learn more about the PPEL: https://bit.ly/riversideppel2025

These two students are certified volleyball officials for the state of Iowa. They obtained their certification through the Ref Reps program used in Mrs. Graves' officiating class.

On Tuesday, November 4, 2025, residents will consider approving a PPEL for the Riverside Community School District. If it’s approved, the voted PPEL will be in place through 2036 at a rate of $1.34 per $1,000 of assessed property value.

The Student Council has finalized the dress-up days for the 2025 homecoming week and we’re excited to share the fun! We look forward to seeing all students and staff show their school spirit!

We are collecting your gently used, clean holiday best! Please consider donating to our free of charge holiday clothing swap. Let's make sure all our Riverside students have something amazing to wear during our upcoming Winter concert! #WeRRiverside

Don't forget to visit the Scholastic Book Fair at Oakland Elementary School when you come for your conference this week!

Please help us get our food pantries stocked back up! Bring your items to the football game on Friday, September 26. #WeRRiverside

This week’s schedule reminder:

➡️ Tuesday: 2:25pm dismissal for parent-teacher conferences
➡️ Thursday: 2:25pm dismissal for parent-teacher conferences
➡️ Friday: No school

Thank you for planning ahead! 🙌 #WeRRiverside

Reminder: Preschool will be held on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday this week. 🗓️ #WeRRiverside

We are looking for snow removal for the 2025-2026 school year.
Specs for the Job:
Removal of all snow and sanding from the parking lots of all schools and the bus barn
Bus Barn-708 Glass Street, Oakland IA
Oakland Elementary School-708 Glass Street, Oakland IA
Middle-High School-18997 Hwy 59, Oakland, IA
Carson Elementary School-330 Pleasant Street, Carson, IA
Scoop or Snow Blow and apply ice melt at entrances and sidewalks at each building
Will consider multi-year bids
Contact Terresa Grobe for snow removal specifications at tgrobe@riverside.k12.ia.us or 712-484-2291

Join us for our next public meeting this Wednesday! Learn more about our facility needs and how a voted PPEL would help us address them.

The meeting starts at 5:30pm in the Carson Elementary Commons.

More info: https://bit.ly/riversideppel2025

We’re looking for dedicated professionals to join our team! We invite you to explore current opportunities and apply today to make a difference for our students and community. 🍎✨

Get started: www.riversideschools.org/page/employment #WeRRiverside

This morning some Riverside staff, parents, and community members became judges for the Iowa High School Speech Association! In case this Saturday didn't work for you there are three more opportunities to get certified: 1) Saturday, September 27th at West Des Moines Valley HS (10am) 2) Saturday, October 4th at East Union HS in Afton (10am) 3) Thursday, October 16th at CB Thomas Jefferson HS (6:30pm)

Sponsor a plaque to contribute to our Riverside PRIDE campaign! 🌟

The plaques will be displayed near the football field at the Pigneri Athletic Complex to recognize those who support our facilities improvement efforts.

Donations in any amount are always accepted and appreciated! Learn more: www.goriversidepride.org

Safe+Sound Iowa supports communities in preventing acts of violence. With simple, secure, and anonymous reporting, local schools and law enforcement can work together to quickly help students in crisis. Learn more at SafeandSoundIowa.gov.

Bus evacuations occurred this morning at all buildings. Thanks to the transportation team for making this happen! #WeRRiverside

It’s our LAST CHANCE to win $5K! Let’s show what Bulldog spirit is all about. Like this photo and share your own image showing your favorite Friday Night football tradition! Make sure you tag @RiversideDawgs and #rcsd.bulldogs, @TMobile, and use #FN5GL and #sweepstakes. Let’s go Bulldogs!

If the voted Physical Plant & Equipment Levy (PPEL) is approved this November, the district would focus on:

▶️ Making improvements and repairs in line with our 2024 facility study
▶️ Purchasing buses to update and maintain our fleet
▶️ Rotating our Chromebooks for students/ staff to ensure we keep devices up to date
▶️ Adding more interactive panels throughout our schools
▶️ Providing telehealth mental health supports for students
▶️ Reducing our dependence on capital campaigns for needed improvements

Moving forward with a voted PPEL rate of $1.34 would result in an increase of approximately $120.61 per year (or $10.05 per month) on a residential home with an assessed value of $200,000 in our community.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/riversideppel2025

Juniors attended the Atlantic College Fair today! With over 50 college reps and recruiters in attendance, it was the perfect opportunity for them to explore their options, ask questions, and get a glimpse of what the future holds! 🎓✨