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Riverview Elementary
September 13, 2024
Important Dates
September:
2- No School (Labor Day)
4- Glory Days Pizza Restaurant Night
9-13 Spirit Week
13- Fun Run (times below)
16- 6:00 PTA Board Mtg.
17- Picture Day
25- Book Fair
- Early Dismissal
- Parent/Teacher Conferences
26- Book Fair
- 9:00-8:00 Parent/Teacher Conferences (No School)
27- No School (Staff & Students)
From the Principal
Greetings Riverview families!
What a fabulous week at Riverview! We had a spirit week filled with excitement, ending with an incredible Fun Run. Thank you to ALL the PTA and parent volunteers who made this happen. You are the BEST!
Next Tuesday is picture day, so please read below for more information.
Last, parent/teacher conferences are coming up fast. Sign-up's are below if you have not already scheduled a conference.
Again, we appreciate all the support this week!
Sincerely,
Lea Ann Combs
Riverview Interim Principal
Parent/Teacher Conference Links
Please see the Parent/Teacher Conferences sign-up links below!
Riverview Reads Program
Hello All!
I am excited to be sharing the Riverview Reads Program with you. This library program is designed for students in the 3rd - 5th grades. There are 16 books on this year's program list. Each of these books are chosen carefully and deliberately to encourage kids to try out different genres and to expand their love of reading. Each book has a short, 10 question comprehension quiz. I give the expectation that students will choose at least five books from the list to read and take a quiz over. This is not a classroom grade, but more of an accountability measure and a way for me to assist all students to feel like they are successful readers. The program is built to be 100% successful. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns.
Fall Book Fair: September 25-26
Our fall Book Fair is fast approaching. Hours are below, and include times for students to shop during school as well as hours we will be open during conferences. Set up an eWallett for a cashless way for students to shop!
● Monday, 9/23-Wednesday, 9/25 - Students shop during the school day.
● Wednesday, 9/25 - 12:10pm – 1:10pm (enter through the side library door)
● Wednesday, 9/25 - 4:00pm – 8:00pm (during Parent/Teacher conferences)
● Thursday, 9/26 - 9:00am – 8:00pm (during Parent/Teacher conferences)
MV Little Cheer Clinic
Hosted by Mill Valley Cheer on October 4, 2024 from 4:00-6:00pm (Varsity football game to follow) at Mill Valley High School. Little Jag cheerleaders will learn jumps, cheers, chants, and techniques taught by the MVHS Cheerleaders.
Clinic Information: The clinic will be held at the Activity Center of Mill Valley High School in the Auxiliary Gym (located on the north side of the school, near the tennis courts). Following the clinic, parents will need to pick up their cheerleader and bring them to the Jaguar football stadium (located on the southwest side of the school). All Little Jags will receive free admission to the football game.
Game Information: The Varsity Football game will be held at the Jaguar stadium at 7:00pm. Little Jags will be cheering during the 1st quarter, and will conclude at the start of 2nd quarter. Little Jags must report to the field entrance on the north side of the field, near the admission gates, at 6:45pm. MVHS Cheerleaders will greet the Little Jags at the gate and escort them to the sideline just before the first quarter begins.
**Spectator tickets must be purchased separately.**
Registration Information: Registration fee is $50 which includes a T-shirt, game admission, and Chick-fil-A (meal, chips, and water). Payments must be submitted by September 27th, 2024 via Venmo (@MillValley-CheerBoosterClub) or Check payable to Mill Valley Cheer Booster Club. Late registrations will be accepted but does not guarantee a T-shirt.
Please fill out the registration form below.
Please send checks to Mill Valley Cheer Booster Club - 5900 Monticello Rd, Shawnee KS, 66226
All questions can be directed to Jennifer Ivey (Head Coach) - jennifer.ivey@usd232.org
Lunch Sign-Up
September Lunch Menu
Picture Day- September 17th
Arrival/Dismissal
Arrival and dismissal are going fairly smoothly, although we still have a couple reminders:
- Please DO NOT pull around cars in the front car loop
- Pull all the way up to "cone 1"
- K-2 are to be dropped off in the west parking lot loop; 3-5 in the east parking lot loop
- Stay in your car during arrival/dismissal- we will help your children!
Thank you in advance for keeping our students safe!
Library Assistance Wanted
The Library is in need of a few parent volunteers to help with inventory. This process requires scanning each book in the library. It’s not hard, but it is very time consuming. If you are interested, please contact Michelle Wisdom michelle.wisdom@usd232.org with dates and/or times you can be available. Thank you.
Student Well-Being Series: Remarkably Resilient Together
Here is a link to the Remarkably Resilient Together parent event. September 17 at 6:30 p.m., Cedar Trails Exploration Center. This program was especially created to teach regulation to everyone while also highlighting the importance of self-care. Parents/Guardians are asked to RSVP, as space is limited. Children in grades 6-12 may attend with their parents/guardians.
New Visitor Management System
USD 232 is implementing a new visitor management system this year through Centegix. All visitors will continue checking in through the office, however an ID will be a requirement. This ID will be entered into the Centegix system and will create a sticker with a picture that must be visibly worn throughout the building. Nobody will be allowed in the building without an ID. Thank you in advance for your patience as we implement this new system!
Important Links
Below are some important links for the year!
PTA Information
Join PTA!
Connect with other parents and get to know the teachers and staff at the school! Also have the opportunity to vote on key PTA items and have your voice heard at meetings.
The Riverview PTA sponsors and coordinates:
- Classroom Subscriptions
- Student Leader
Acknowledgments - Curriculum Enhancements
- Fundraisers
- Book fairs
- Fall Fest, Spring Fling, Bingo Night, and other family events
- And MORE!
The small fee to join can make a big impact with enough participation. Simply click below to visit our online store.
Sign Up to Support Fall Parent-Teacher Conferences
Believe it or not, Fall Parent Teacher Conferences are already around the corner! Join us in showing our appreciation for our teachers & staff during the parent teacher conferences, September 25th and 26th. Please consider donating food items listed on the below Signup Genius.
Helpful Links for Celebrating our RE Teachers and Staff
Now that school is underway and everyone is hard at work, we hope you will check out your student’s classroom wish list and consider donating items needed for a great year. We have also gathered lists of all of the RE staff’s favorite things if you would like to show your appreciation throughout the year.
New to the PTA Store this year - Corporate Sponsorships
If you would like to support our school we would love you as a sponsor! Funds raised through sponsorships will benefit various items throughout the school year like events, field trips, and educational apps.
Looking for an opportunity to be involved? Join a committee!
As a PTA, our ability to provide support for Riverview students and families comes from the generosity of those who volunteer to chair or serve on committees, as well as coordinate events and projects. We invite you to join our PTA community and volunteer, whether a contribution of time and/or talent, every bit helps build successful experiences for our school.
We would love to find more volunteers for our family night events! If you are interested in learning more or raising your hand to be involved, please send an email to the PTA mailbox at refalconspta@gmail.com to express interest. We appreciate your help and look forward to working together in support of our school and students! And THANK YOU to all of our volunteers!!!
Plan ahead and have the PTA help celebrate your student’s birthday at school!
The PTA is excited to offer two options for student birthday celebrations through the PTA store. Please make purchases by the 15th of the month prior to the student’s birthday (i.e. complete purchases for February birthdays by no later than January 15th).
Box Tops: Download the app for an easy way to support our school!
Join us in earning money for our school by using the Box Tops app. It’s an easy way to make a difference. Plus, use referral code IZ2V9KJB when you sign up and you’ll get 25 Bonus Box Tops when you scan your first receipt now through May 31, 2025, while supplies last.
Additional PTA Information
For more information about joining the PTA, check out our PTA’s website and be sure to follow us on Facebook!