Riverside Community School District

10,000 pairs and counting, possibly a new all-time record! 👟🎉 Final collection until 4:00 PM TODAY.

On Administrative Professionals Day, we want to recognize the outstanding individuals who keep our schools and district running smoothly:

⭐ Lori Nisely, Oakland Elementary Secretary
⭐ Jen Carman, Secondary Counseling Admin Assistant
⭐ Teresa Grobe, Board Secretary
⭐ Jeff Karros, Carson Elementary Secretary
⭐ Penny Anderson, MHS Secretary

We are so grateful for you all! 🤗

Riverside, we’re chasing history 👀 The record was set by this year’s juniors… back when they were 3rd graders! Can 2026 beat it?! Tomorrow is the LAST DAY. 👟💛

Riverside Community School District is excited to welcome Maddie Brenneis to Carson Elementary School as a new elementary teacher for the 2026-27 school year! 🍎

Maddie is looking forward to building relationships with students, supporting their growth, and creating a positive classroom environment.

Please join us in giving her a warm welcome to the Riverside community! 👏

Join us in congratulating Suzy Karros on her new role as elementary dean of students and director of special education beginning in the 2026–27 school year!

Suzy has been a valued member of our district & we are thrilled to see her step into this important role. #WeRRiverside

Riverside High School art students are creating urban scapes in Ms. McPhillips art class. #WeRRiverside

We are pleased to welcome Ryan Doran as our new secondary special education teacher for the 2026-27 school year! 🎉

Mr. Doran’s commitment to student success & wellbeing will make a positive impact in our classrooms & across our school.

Welcome, Mr. Doran! #WeRRiverside

Students in Mrs. Houser's math class did a scavenger hunt to prepare for ISASP testing. #WeRRiverside

As we wrap up our final project for the Riverside Pride Capital Campaign, we wanted to be sure to thank our community, families , staff and donors (both financial and in-kind) that were able to make this happen for Riverside! We appreciate you all! #WeRRiveride
https://youtu.be/rL65vKmsUYU

ISASP testing for students in grades 3-11 begins tomorrow, April 20! 📝

Please help your child get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and arrive at school on time, ready to do their best.

Students should also make sure their Chromebooks are fully charged and ready for testing. 💻

If you're worried about your or a friend's safety, report it anonymously to Safe+Sound Iowa. We're available 24/7 to help students who are at risk or in crisis get the support they need. Learn more at SafeandSoundIowa.gov.

Riverside Community School District is seeking an elementary principal to lead Oakland Elementary School and Carson Elementary School starting in the 2026-27 school year. 🍎

This PK-5 leadership position plays an important role in supporting instruction, building strong relationships, and aligning practices with Iowa’s School Leadership Standards. The role includes overseeing daily operations, supporting staff development, and working closely with the superintendent, families, and the community.

Qualified candidates must have a master’s degree in PK-12 Administration, hold an Iowa Administrative Certificate with evaluator endorsement, and demonstrate strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

This is a 215-day position with a salary range of $80,000 to $95,000. Application materials should include a cover letter, resume, letters of reference, and a completed employment application. Materials can be sent to sanderson@riverside.k12.ia.us or mailed to Dr. Stephanie Anderson, Riverside CSD, 330 Pleasant Street, Carson, IA 51525.

To learn more, visit the employment page on the district website: https://www.riversideschools.org/page/employment

Today's golf meet at IKM-Manning has been postponed.

This April, we observe National Volunteer Appreciation Month and reflect on the incredible impact our volunteers have on our school community.

Your willingness to give your time and talents helps create an environment where students feel supported, engaged, and inspired to learn.

Thank you for all you do! ❤️

10,141 pairs and counting…Riverside, you showed up in a BIG way! 👟💙 Current leaders: Ravlin’s 2nd, followed by Shellberg’s 1st, with Weathers’s kindergarten close behind in 3rd. Keep those shoes coming!

Thanks Riverside community for supporting our schools by getting gas at pumps 3 and 4 at Taylors. $244.83 contributed to Riverside this month. #WeRRiverside

These students are now certified to be baseball officials through the Iowa High School Athletic Association.

Thanks to the Riverside Elementary Principal's Cabinet for donating the tshirts for our incoming Kindergarten students today! #WeRRiverside

Field Day - Save the Date - May 11th - Location = OES - K-5th Gr.