Riverside Community School District

The 6th-8th grade students in their Change Challenge last week raised $108 for the Riverside Food Pantry! The teachers each had a cup in the office that students could add change to, and as a fun reward the teachers with the most change in their cup had water dumped on them. Thanks to Ms. Harris, Mr. Chapin, and Mr. Rice for being willing to participate in the fun, and thanks to all who donated to support our local food pantry!

As we wrap up the 2025-26 school year, please note that Wednesday, May 20 will be the last day of school for students. Dismissal will be at 12:25pm. We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable summer break! ☀️ #WeRRiverside

Please join us in welcoming Cassie Plessel as the new administrative assistant at Carson Elementary for the 2026-27 school year! 🎉

We are excited to have her as part of the Carson Elementary team & look forward to the positive impact she will make. #WeRRiverside

Congratulations to Kyra Graves for being awarded the Charles E. Lakin Outstanding Teacher Award! We are so proud of you. #WeRRiverside

We proudly recognize Rebecca Schulz during School Board Recognition Month for her service to District 7! 💛

Her efforts to support our schools and community reflect a deep commitment to student success. Thank you, Rebecca, for your leadership! #WeRRiverside

Please join us in welcoming Rachel Comstock to Carson Elementary School for the 2026-27 school year! 🍎

We look forward to the positive impact she will have in the classroom as an elementary teacher. #WeRRiverside

Please join us in welcoming Kayla Tiffey as a special education teacher at Carson Elementary School for the 2026-27 school year! 🍎

Kayla brings a student-centered approach focused on building strong relationships and creating a supportive classroom where every learner can grow and succeed. We are excited to have her as part of the Riverside Community School District!

Tonight we honored 5 Riverside retirees before the school board meeting. Best wishes to all of them! #WeRRiverside

Please join us as we celebrate the careers & contributions of our 2026 retirees on May 18 at 6pm in the Carson Elementary School Commons! 🎉

We are proud to recognize:
⭐️ Darrell Frain
⭐️ Jeff Karros
⭐️ Liz Graves
⭐️ Jennifer Wolff
⭐️ Lester Wolff

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On National Speech Language Pathologist Day, we want to take a moment to recognize:

⭐ Katie Collins
⭐ Keri Jahnke
⭐ Liz Johnson

Their passion for helping our students grow and communicate with confidence is something we treasure deeply. We’re incredibly grateful for the work they do!

Tomorrow's boys soccer substate game at Red Oak has been moved up to a 5:15 pm start time. Tickets can be purchased online via the IHSAA: https://www.iahsaa.org/tickets/

As we celebrate our board members this month, I couldn't help but snap this picture. Mark Jeppesen supports Riverside students in whatever way needed. Thanks, Mark!

Today's Riverside graduation ceremony will be live on the following link!

https://www.kjan.com/kjan-video-network/rstn-riverside-tv/

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

✨Congratulations to our 2026 graduates who have earned an Industry Recognized Credential (IRC)! ✨ These students have earned certifications in the areas of Welding, Electronics and Industrial Systems, Certified Nurse Aide, Sports Officiating, Hand Tool Identification & Safety, Wildland Fire, Coaching Authorizations, and more! Way to go, Bulldogs!

Congratulations to our 2026 Riverside preschool graduates. #WeRRiverside

We are looking for individuals to help lead and support our student-athletes during the 2026-27 school year! Applications are now open for the following coaching and sponsor positions:

➡️ Jr. High Head Football Coach
➡️ 2 Jr. High Boys Basketball Coaches
➡️ Jr. High Boys Wrestling Coach
➡️ Jr. High Girls Wrestling Coach
➡️ Wrestling Cheer Sponsor
➡️ Basketball Cheer Sponsor

Learn more and apply: https://www.riversideschools.org/page/employment

Students in Mrs. Wolff's class had the opportunity to virtually meet their penpals from Texas today. #WeRRiverside

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🎓🎉


We are so proud of our seniors and all they have accomplished. Commencement will be held Sunday, May 17, at 2:00pm as we celebrate this important milestone with our graduates, families, staff, and community. #WeRRiverside