Make plans to visit the Book Fair at Carson Elementary School during parent/teacher conferences this week. Check out the site: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/riversidecommschdistrict
We have some schedule adjustments for next week as we approach conferences! 🙂
➡️Tuesday, March 10 will have a 2:25pm dismissal, with parent-teacher conferences scheduled from 4:00-8:00pm.
➡️Preschool will have school on Wednesday, March 11.
➡️Thursday, March 12 will also have a 2:25pm dismissal, with parent-teacher conferences again taking place from 4:00-8:00pm.
➡️There will be no school for all students on Friday, March 13.
➡️Tuesday, March 10 will have a 2:25pm dismissal, with parent-teacher conferences scheduled from 4:00-8:00pm.
➡️Preschool will have school on Wednesday, March 11.
➡️Thursday, March 12 will also have a 2:25pm dismissal, with parent-teacher conferences again taking place from 4:00-8:00pm.
➡️There will be no school for all students on Friday, March 13.
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
Riverside CSD is hiring a part-time custodian to work Monday-Friday from 6-11pm. The starting wage is $16.55/hour, increasing to $19.21/hour after 90 days. 🧹
Apply today on our website: https://www.riversideschools.org/page/employment-opportunities
#WeRRiverside
Apply today on our website: https://www.riversideschools.org/page/employment-opportunities
#WeRRiverside
Riverside CSD is currently seeking an assistant junior high boys track coach for the upcoming season. 🏃
This position is a great opportunity to support student-athletes, help build skills and teamwork, and make a positive impact on our track program.
Learn more and apply: https://www.riversideschools.org/page/employment
This position is a great opportunity to support student-athletes, help build skills and teamwork, and make a positive impact on our track program.
Learn more and apply: https://www.riversideschools.org/page/employment
Today is International Women's Day. We extend our sincere appreciation to the women and girls in our community—from our classrooms to our hallways to our broader community—who inspire all of us at Riverside CSD. #WeRRiverside
2026 Charles Lakin Outstanding Teacher Awards Are OPEN!
Every spring since 2008, the Charles E. Lakin Foundation honors four area educators who go above and beyond for their students. This May, four more outstanding teachers will join their ranks and receive a $10,000 award!
Want to celebrate an incredible teacher in your school? Nominate an inspiring teacher today!
Deadline: March 31, 2026
Submit here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8T87FZX
Every spring since 2008, the Charles E. Lakin Foundation honors four area educators who go above and beyond for their students. This May, four more outstanding teachers will join their ranks and receive a $10,000 award!
Want to celebrate an incredible teacher in your school? Nominate an inspiring teacher today!
Deadline: March 31, 2026
Submit here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8T87FZX
Speak Up can be used to report direct threats, concerning behaviors, or suspicious activities. These
include:
- Verbal, written, or physical threats
- Escalating aggression, social isolation, or self-harm concerns
- Stalking or obsessive behavior
Your reports are confidential and reviewed by the Threat Assessment Team, local law enforcement and
school officials. Remember, Speak Up is not for emergencies – if you're in immediate danger, dial 911.
Your Voice. Your Safety. Speak Up. Learn more: www.speakuppc.com
include:
- Verbal, written, or physical threats
- Escalating aggression, social isolation, or self-harm concerns
- Stalking or obsessive behavior
Your reports are confidential and reviewed by the Threat Assessment Team, local law enforcement and
school officials. Remember, Speak Up is not for emergencies – if you're in immediate danger, dial 911.
Your Voice. Your Safety. Speak Up. Learn more: www.speakuppc.com
4th Graders at the Omaha Symphony today! Thank you Principal's Cabinet for making this trip possible every year! Students were about to play their recorders with the symphony. How cool!
The JH Student Council teamed up with Mrs. Hart's class for Read Across America week, and it was so much fun for everyone! The younger students read aloud the nonfiction books that they had created. After that, they all played a variety of games to build literacy skills!
Riverside Vocal Jazz has been selected to participate in this year's Iowa Jazz Championships in Class 2A!
They will compete at Greene County High School on March 31st.
Reading grows when families grow together. 💚
At our Lucky to Read Literacy Night, students will play BINGO using early literacy skills — phonemic awareness, letter sounds, and foundational reading skills.
🎉 Every game winner earns a BOOK!
🎁 Plus, we’ll have door prizes throughout the night.
See you March 17 from 5:30–6:30 at OES!
At our Lucky to Read Literacy Night, students will play BINGO using early literacy skills — phonemic awareness, letter sounds, and foundational reading skills.
🎉 Every game winner earns a BOOK!
🎁 Plus, we’ll have door prizes throughout the night.
See you March 17 from 5:30–6:30 at OES!
These students are now registered soccer officials through both the Iowa girls and boys athletic associations. They did their coursework in Mrs. Graves officiating class.
7th grade students recently finished reading the novel The Outsiders. In celebration of Read Across America week, JH students were encouraged to dress as their favorite book character. Kaylee Jasper dressed as Ponyboy.
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
Our teachers and staff pour their hearts into everything they do for our students and community. Today, we want to make sure they know how deeply grateful we are.
Happy Employee Appreciation Day! 🤩 #WeRRiverside
Happy Employee Appreciation Day! 🤩 #WeRRiverside
On Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day, we recognize Custodial & Maintenance Coordinator Gavin Geyer for everything he does!
From equipment repairs to building maintenance, he keeps our schools in great shape every day. We’re grateful for his efforts! 🛠️ 👏 #WeRRiverside
From equipment repairs to building maintenance, he keeps our schools in great shape every day. We’re grateful for his efforts! 🛠️ 👏 #WeRRiverside
Older kids helping younger kids happens often in our schools. #WeRRiverside
🍀 Save the Date, OES Families! 🍀
Join us for our Lucky to Read PK–2 Literacy Night on
📚 Tuesday, March 17
⏰ 5:30–6:30 PM
📍 Oakland Elementary
We’ll be playing literacy-themed BINGO focused on early reading skills — and yes, there will be prizes!
Mark your calendars. You won’t want to miss this one! 💚
Join us for our Lucky to Read PK–2 Literacy Night on
📚 Tuesday, March 17
⏰ 5:30–6:30 PM
📍 Oakland Elementary
We’ll be playing literacy-themed BINGO focused on early reading skills — and yes, there will be prizes!
Mark your calendars. You won’t want to miss this one! 💚
First graders are learning to attend to precision in math. Using a warm-up routine: Notice and Wonder, students practiced communicating about math before engaging with math. Great discussions between students on how to record a length that's not quite 4 cubes, but more than 3!
