Pottawattamie County Public Health and Riverside Community School District have confirmed that a 2nd student in the Middle/High School Building has been confirmed positive for COVID-19. Contact and location tracing has been completed by the district and Public Health and limited exposure has been determined. Any students and staff identified as having primary... READ MORE >
Pottawattamie County Public Health and Riverside Community School District have confirmed that one student in the Middle/High School Building has been confirmed positive for COVID-19. Contact and location tracing has been completed by the district and Public Health and limited exposure has been determined. Any students and staff identified as having primary... READ MORE >
Homecoming Theme for the 2020 celebration is “End of the Road for the Cowboys”. Even with the limitations caused by health and safety guidelines, we will be having a busy and fun week culminating with the football game versus Sidney. Sunday: 9/20/2020 Kickball Tournament for high school students. 5:00 PM at the high school softball field. Each grade will have a... READ MORE >
For Immediate Release 9-15-2020 Contact: Tim Mitchell, Superintendent for additional Information 712-484-2212 or tmitchell@riverside.k12.ia.us Riverside Community School District Hall of Fame-Class of 2020 Induction Ceremony It will be held on Thursday 9-24-2020 at 4:00 PM (Note Change) at the Auditorium at the Middle/High School at 18997... READ MORE >
Healthiest State Mascot ChallengePlease vote for:Riverside Carson ElemenaryRiverside Oakland ElementaryRounds will advance each week so check back to keep voting for your favorite school mascot. You can only vote once per round with your email address. Reminder: Healthiest State 10th Annual Walk on October 7 #TeamUpFor10#WeRRiverside NOTE: You must enter your... READ MORE >
Congrats to our first 2020-21 Oakland/Carson Elementary Bulldogs of the Week! These students all showed Bulldog Power this past week. Way to go everybody!! PK- Audrey G., Owen S., Reegan J.K- Addyson D., Maize K. 1st- Piper B., Jonah N., Aiden K.2nd- Bella L., Kat C., Tristan C. 3rd- Kaylee T., Blayke P., Jalen R.4th- Finley M., Izzy M., Mikah S.5th-... READ MORE >
Queen: Kya Hackett, Cailee Manzer, Kenna Ford, Ella Hensley, and Ari McGlade King: Caden Manzer, Mick Schroeder, Kaiden Hendricks, Eli Ryun and Drake Woods READ MORE >
Riverside will offer Free Meals to all students attending school until December 31, 2020 starting on Friday September 11, 2020 The U.S. Department of Agriculture has extended waivers from federal meal requirements for children through the end of 2020, after schools expressed concern about students' access to meals during the coronavirus pandemic. Waivers... READ MORE >
Check out our great newsletter! Thanks Mrs. Stempel for all of your hard work and thanks to the staff that contribute each month.September 2020 Newsletter READ MORE >
For Immediate Release 8-28-20290 Contact: Tim Mitchell, Superintendent for additional Information 712-484-2212 or tmitchell@riverside.k12.ia.us Riverside Community School District Hall of Fame-Class of 2020 Riverside, in celebration of 25 years as a school district in the Fall of 2018 instituted a Hall of Fame to honor graduates,... READ MORE >
What is Together We Can? It's a statement as a community that we can work together and do our own individual part to keep our community healthy and strong by wearing masks to school! Southwest Area Superintendents!! READ MORE >
Riverside Community School District 2020-2021 Fall Sports Football Game Expectations Extra-curricular activities are a choice to attend. We completely understand if you do not wish to attend events. If you choose to attend the following mitigation efforts are required to help ensure player, coach, and spectator safety:Bleacher space will be limited at Football... READ MORE >
Riverside Community School District will dismiss at 1:30 PM on Wednesday August 26, Thursday August 27 and Friday August 28 due to heat issues at the Oakland Elementary Building. We will resume normal operating hours on Monday August 31, 2020. READ MORE >
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All Pottawattamie County schools are excited about starting up for the 2020-2021 school year. Riverside will start school on Monday August 24, 2020. "Together We Can" create a safe learning enviroment for our communities!! #WeRRiverside READ MORE >
Riverside Elementary Students and Families, Today’s information will cover the different online tools we will be using this year both in the classroom and remotely if needed. Lexia- Students work independently to develop critical reading and language skills through individualized, motivating learning paths. All students, regardless of their skill level, can each... READ MORE >
Riverside Elementary Students and Families, Today’s information will provide a little more insight on what the “bubble strategy,” is at the elementary buildings. The “bubble,” is the CDC’s recommended approach for face to face instruction. If someone tests positive for COVID-19, the exposure to possible infection is limited to a smaller group, and contact tracing... READ MORE >
Board Brief Regular School Board Meeting Monday August 17, 2020 6:30 PM Agenda Open Forum Held a Public Hearing for the Consideration of Determining District Property Surplus at 6:30 PM. Consent Agenda The Board approved the Minutes from the Prior Meetings, Bills, Claims, and Financial Reports and Personnel Actions were approved. ... READ MORE >
Every volleyball player and coach will get Four (4) Pink WIC COVID Cards with their names on them. The volleyball players and coaches can distribute them however they want. To be admitted into the game a spectator must present the ticket taker with the pass before paying to get in. READ MORE >
Riverside Elementary Students and Families, Today’s information will cover expectations for facial coverings and hand hygiene. Required Facial Coverings on busIn buildingIn classroomsHallwaysIn the officeWhen social distancing is not possible Facial Coverings Not Required Outside/ recessSpeech services when applicableWhen eating or drinkingPEDuring teacher... READ MORE >
A Day in the Life-Riverside Elementary 2020-2021Link to Video READ MORE >
Riverside Elementary Students and Families, Today’s information will cover breakfast and lunch procedures. Buildings will open at 7:45 to students, this goes for breakfast and non-breakfast students. Breakfast Procedure After entering the building,all students will hang their belongings on assigned hooks or in their assigned lockers and head to their... READ MORE >
Riverside Elementary Students and Families, Today’s email will cover information related to riding the bus and the drop off/ pick up procedures we will be using at the Oakland and Carson buildings. Bus Information Students will have assigned seating on the bus.Siblings will sit next to each other on the bus.Facial coverings will be required on the bus. Facial... READ MORE >
Riverside Elementary students and families, Each day over the next week, I will be sending out emails and postings detailing more specific things about what school will look like for our students. Look for a video coming out that you can view and show to your child about their school day. Today’s email will be more general information. There will not be an open... READ MORE >
School Meal Distribution-Riverside-Monday of each week--9:00 AM and 11:00 AM. All children age 1 to 18 years of age will receive enough food to have 5 Breakfasts and 5 Lunches for the entire week on Monday. This service will end on Monday August 17, 2020-School starts on Monday August 24, 2020 and regular daily school Food Service will begin. Meals are... READ MORE >
You can click on this LINK to access our video displaying our Day in the Life Video for the MS/HS explaining back to school protocols. A special note: the PK-5 elementary version is in production and will be released early next week! Link to Video A special thanks to Ronda Long-Birdsall for her excellent narration, and our awesome actresses Liz Graves, Stephanie... READ MORE >
Board Brief Regular School Board Meeting Tuesday August 11, 2020 6:30 PM Agenda Consent Agenda The Board approved the following Personnel Actions were approved. This information can be found attached to the agenda. Approved–Lisa Hummel –Teacher Leadership Compensation Mentor Teacher for the 2020-2021 school year Approved –Contract... READ MORE >
School Meal Distribution-Riverside-Monday of each week--9:00 AM and 11:00 AM. All children age 1 to 18 years of age will receive enough food to have 5 Breakfasts and 5 Lunches for the entire week on Monday. This service will now be available every Monday until August 31 You can also return school owned computers and Library Books at the Distribution... READ MORE >
OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR Governor Kim Reynolds ★ Lt. Governor Adam Gregg FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, Aug. 7, 2020 CONTACT: Pat Garrett (IGOV), (515) 802-0986 Jim Flansburg (DOE) (515) 281-5795 Gov. Kim Reynolds, Iowa Department of Education announce $26.2 Million for Internet Connectivity -Riverside Allocation $26,400 DES MOINES – Gov. Kim... READ MORE >
OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR Governor Kim Reynolds ★ Lt. Governor Adam Gregg FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, Aug. 7, 2020 CONTACT: Pat Garrett (IGOV), (515) 802-0986 Jim Flansburg (DOE) (515) 281-5795 Gov. Kim Reynolds, Iowa Department of Education announce $26.2 Million for Internet Connectivity -Riverside Allocation $26,400 DES MOINES – Gov. Kim... READ MORE >
Riverside Community School District Regular School Board Meeting Tuesday August 11, 2020 6:30 PM Agenda Tuesday August 11, 2020 Public access to this meeting is available at the site of the meeting To request meeting information or submit a public comment by contacting: Email: tmitchell@riverside.k12.ia.us Call/Text: 605-431-9043 READ MORE >
Please take some time and read through the linked information about free and reduced applications for the 2020-2021 school year. Any questions can be direct to ReAnn Hildebrand at rhildebrand@riverside.k12.ia.us or you can call 712-482-6464. Free and Reduced Application 2020-2021 READ MORE >
Riverside School District to Host Registration for the 2020-2021 School Year Riverside School District will host School Registration for the 2020-2021 school year on Monday August 10, 2020 at the Riverside Middle/High School Building at 18997 Hwy 59, Oakland, IA. We will be open from 10:00 AM until 7:00 PM. We will utilize the Commons Area with staff socially... READ MORE >
Riverside Community School District administration was notified of a potential COVID-19 exposure on Sunday August 2, 2020. This morning (Tuesday August 4, 2020) Pottawattamie County Public Health confirmed that a Riverside student has tested positive for COVID-19. The Riverside facilities utilized by the student were closed on Monday August 3, 2020 for deep... READ MORE >
School Meal Distribution-Riverside-Monday of each week--9:00 AM and 11:00 AM. All children age 1 to 18 years of age will receive enough food to have 5 Breakfasts and 5 Lunches for the entire week on Monday. This service will now be available every Monday until August 31 You can also return school owned computers and Library Books at the Distribution... READ MORE >
Dear Riverside Staff, Student and Parents Riverside Community School District would like to share our plan for reopening for the 2020-2021 school year. We would like to get you as much detail as we can about our plan but know that things could change on a regular basis before Monday August 24, 2020. This is what we believe is our best information as of right... READ MORE >
Riverside Fall 2020 Football Schedule Update READ MORE >
School Meal Distribution-Riverside-Monday of each week--9:00 AM and 11:00 AM. All children age 1 to 18 years of age will receive enough food to have 5 Breakfasts and 5 Lunches for the entire week on Monday. This service will now be available every Monday until August 31 You can also return school owned computers and Library Books at the Distribution... READ MORE >
Board Brief Regular School Board Meeting Monday July 22, 2020 6:30 PM Agenda Open Forum Consent Agenda The Board approved the Minutes from the Prior Meetings, Bills, Claims, and Financial Reports and Personnel Actions were approved. This information can be found attached to the agenda. Approved–Jenna Stulgies—Assistant... READ MORE >
School Meal Distribution-Riverside-Monday of each week--9:00 AM and 11:00 AM. All children age 1 to 18 years of age will receive enough food to have 5 Breakfasts and 5 Lunches for the entire week on Monday. This service will now be available every Monday until August 31-NEW EXTENSION!! You can also return school owned computers and Library Books at the... READ MORE >
Riverside Graduation It has come to our attention there was some confusion surrounding the 6 person per family limit. Long story short, we compared with other districts' graduations and came up with the 6 person limit a couple weeks ago. The issue became that we did not put that in our note to parents and students this past week. So, when graduates were told at... READ MORE >
School Meal Distribution-Riverside-Monday of each week--9:00 AM and 11:00 AM. All children age 1 to 18 years of age will receive enough food to have 5 Breakfasts and 5 Lunches for the entire week on Monday. This service will now be available every Monday until August 31-NEW EXTENSION!! You can also return school owned computers and Library Books at the... READ MORE >
Riverside Community School District Class of 2020 Graduation Ceremony Information Here are the final details concerning the Riverside Class of 2020 Graduation Ceremony to be held on Sunday July 12, 2020 at the Charles Pigneri Athletic Complex on the Football Field. Seniors will have practice at 10:00 AM on Saturday, July 11, 2020. All... READ MORE >
School Meal Distribution-Riverside-Monday of each week--9:00 AM and 11:00 AM. All children age 1 to 18 years of age will receive enough food to have 5 Breakfasts and 5 Lunches for the entire week on Monday. This service will now be available every Monday until August 31-NEW EXTENSION!! You can also return school owned computers and Library Books at the... READ MORE >
Consolidated Accountability And Support Application-Riverside Return to Learn Plan-Approved by Iowa Department of Education 6-25-2020 READ MORE >
School Meal Distribution-Riverside-Monday of each week--9:00 AM and 11:00 AM. All children age 1 to 18 years of age will receive enough food to have 5 Breakfasts and 5 Lunches for the entire week on Monday. This service will now be available every Monday until August 31-NEW EXTENSION!! You can also return school owned computers and Library Books at the... READ MORE >
Riverside Community School District Open Gym/Weight Room/Fields/Track Guidelines for COVID-19 Prevention Riverside is planning that on July 1st, 2020 we will be allowed open gyms and coach supervised weight room sessions to begin for students following the guidance of the Governor, Iowa Department of Education, and the Athletic Associations. To prepare for... READ MORE >
Online Course Registration for grades 9-12 for the 2020-2021 school year For the 2020-2021 school year, we are asking students who will be in grades 9, 10, 11, and 12, to register for their classes online through MIDAS Education. MIDAS will be our new student information system for the 2020-2021 school year. Please watch the included videos and follow the... READ MORE >
State of Iowa—Technology Access Survey Parents and Families, The State of Iowa would like to ask you about technology access for your household. This information will help in planning for next school year, should learning from home need to occur because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Our district encourages you to complete this survey so your technology barriers... READ MORE >
The District Leadership Team of the Riverside Community School District is planning for a safe and successful return to learning next school year for all of our learners and staff. To support our planning, we would appreciate your response to a short survey so we can understand your family’s and learner’s needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. Although we would like... READ MORE >
Riverside Community Schools, a district serving the communities of Carson, Macedonia and Oakland, Iowa located 25 miles east of the Omaha/Council Bluffs metro area, has the following openings: Job Openings 6/29/2020 Please contact Dr. Timothy Mitchell with questions or interest tmitchell@riverside.k12.ia.us or 712-484-2212 Fall 2020 School... READ MORE >
Board Brief Special Virtual School Board Meeting Tuesday June 23, 2020 6:30 PM Agenda Open Forum Consent Agenda The Board approved Personnel Actions. This information can be found attached to the agenda. Accepted Resignation–Jenna Stulgies and —Middle School Volleyball Coach for the 2020-2021 school year Approved... READ MORE >
The best ways for you to achieve social distancing are pretty simple You and your kids should stay home. This includes not going to church, not going to the gym, not going anywhere.Do not travel for enjoyment until this is done. Do not travel for work unless your work truly requires it.Avoid groups of people. Not just crowds, groups. Just be around your immediate... READ MORE >
Help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases like COVID-19. Avoid close contact with people who are sick.Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfacesStay at home when you are sick, except to get medical careWash your hands often... READ MORE >
GradesHS 2nd Semester Grades3rd quarter grades will represent 2nd semester grades. Teachers have voted to slide our passing scale down to 60%. This means that anybody getting a 60% or higher can elect to take a "Pass" as a grade. If you take a pass, you will receive credit, but it will not be factored into your GPA. This is open to all students with a 60% or above.... READ MORE >
Important Dates June 28 @ 6:00 PM Virtual Baccalaureate (Request Zoom link from your Senior) May 13 @7:00PM Virtual Scholarship/Awards/NHS Night (Zoom and FB Live. Request Zoom link from your Senior/NHS Inductee) July 12 @ 2:00 PM Graduation (Regular Ceremony with hybrid backup if necessary) READ MORE >
We would like to thank everyone for your participation in our Graduation Survey. We will now be postponing Riverside Class of 2020 Graduation until Sunday July 12, 2020 at 2:00 pm. We are hearing that the Iowa Department of Education will be giving guidance soon and it will direct schools to move into Summer. We are hopeful that restrictions will be eased at that... READ MORE >
As you may already know, Governor Reynolds expanded the closure of schools in Iowa for the rest of the 2019-2020 school year. Even with the closure, we are committed to continuing our efforts to provide continuous learning opportunities to our students through May 22, 2020, the scheduled end of the school year. Continuous Learning: On Wednesday April 8,... READ MORE >
Preschool-Grade 5-Voluntary Educational Enrichment Opportunities Preschool Henderson At Home Resources Bierwirth Kindergarten 1st Grade 2nd Grade Language Arts May Packet Math May Packet Math Games 3rd Grade 4th Grade Carson Elementary Resources 5th Grade Carson Elementary Resources Preschool-Grade 2 Music & TAG Kramer Carson Elementary... READ MORE >
Information and Updates Riverside Return to Learn Information LetterRiverside Plan for Continuous LearningRiverside Return to Learn Frequently Asked QuestionsRiverside Health and Safety Guidelines and Expectations for Traditional Return to LearnRiverside Return to Learn School Board ResolutionRiverside Pandemic and Infectious Disease PlanRiverside Board Policy... READ MORE >
Gov. Reynolds issues a State of Public Health Disaster Emergency DES MOINES - Gov. Reynolds issued a State of Public Health Disaster Emergency activating the public health response and recovery aspects of the State Disaster Emergency Plan effective at noon today. It takes significant steps to require social distancing and limit community spread of the virus by... READ MORE >
Meals (Breakfast and Lunch) are available at four distribution points each Monday. If someone wants a meal delivered, please call 712-249-7312 and meals can be delivered to your home. The cost of meals is Free for all children ages birth to 18 years of age. This is a "Grab and Go Service". Menus will consist of a fully reimbursable meal. The four... READ MORE >
A new visitor management system is being implemented to improve student safety at all of our district schools and the Administration Center. This system will start being used on January 15, 2020. You are welcome to contact the principal of your child's school with any questions. Click Here to Read the Letter READ MORE >
Riverside Community School District will be conducting a safety drill procedure on Wednesday, January 8th around noon to simulate a gas leak situation. It will involve the fire department, police, gas company and other agencies. The MS students will be evacuated to the HS where they are already scheduled to participate in an assembly with the HS students during... READ MORE >