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December

At Four Riv

DecemberAt Four Riv

πŸ’š Parents, please help us!

Our top parent priority for the month:

πŸ“±βž‘οΈπŸš« Please make sure that devices like tablets, phones, and Chromebooks are kept out of your kids’ rooms at night. We’re concerned that nighttime device use is affecting students' ability to stay awake and focused during class.


⏰ We suggest using an old-fashioned alarm clock instead of a cell phone alarm to cut down on nighttime phone use. Let’s work together to make sure our kids are getting the rest they need to do their best in school! πŸŒŸπŸ“š

βœ… Top 9 Things To Know

#1 Last Food Pantry πŸ“¦

Due to new requirements and volunteer availability, the school food pantry will be closing after December 18. This was a difficult decision for us. If your family needs access to food, please visit https://foodfinder.oregonfoodbank.org/?q=97914 for resources in our area.

Thank you for understanding. πŸ’™

#2 Become a Family Sponsor

Our families are the heart of FRCS, and your support keeps our school and community strong. Right now, you have a chance to make an even bigger impact! ✨
For just $50, you can become an athletic sponsor and help our student-athletes succeed. πŸƒβ€β™€οΈβš½πŸ€
When you give, you’re doing more than helping with sports. You’re showing our students that their dreams matter and that their community believes in them. You play a key role in their success story.
Please join us in supporting our athletesβ€”because families like yours make all the difference.

What are the benefits in addition to supporting athletes?

  • You'll get your family name on the athletic rosters
  • A social media shoutout of your family"s name
To become a sponsor, please visit here.

#3 πŸ“š K-8 Book Fair & Spirit Week

Jr. Prep is hosting an incredible Book Fair Dec. 2-6. Join us for a week of literary delights! Every purchase will help us earn rewards for our school. To learn more and to easily set up your digital wallet for your student, visit here.


Plus, it's Spirit Week during Book Fair Week! Encourage your student to join in the fun by dressing up. If they choose not to participate in Spirit Week, they must follow the regular uniform schedule. Thank you!


Spirit Week:

  • Crazy Hair Monday, Dec. 2: We are crazy about reading! Come to school with a crazy hair style!
  • Mixed-Up Shoes Tuesday, Dec. 3: Kick your shoes up with a good book! Mis-match your shoes!
  • Whacky Socks Wednesday, Dec. 4: Reading knocks our socks off! Wear some whacky socks with your uniform!
  • School Spirit Thursday, Dec. 5: We are PROUD readers! Wear Four Riv gear & Kelly Green with school appropriate pants.

#4 Winter Performance

πŸ—“οΈRemember to mark your calendars for Dec. 5 at 6 PM for the K-8 Winter Performance! πŸŽΆβ„οΈ

Please visit this link to learn more about performance needs for students.

We look forward to seeing you there!


#5 Have access to ParentVUE? πŸ“²

πŸ“’ This is a friendly reminder to make sure you have access to ParentVUE. If you haven’t set it up yet, please call the school for help.

ParentVUE is your gateway to your child’s grades, and for the first time, report cards will be available there in January! Don’t miss out on this important tool for staying informed about your child’s progress.

Thank you for your attention!

#6 Kinder sibling sign up

πŸŽ’ It's that time of the year where we begin to prepare for Kindergarten 2025! This survey is for current Four Rivers Community School families that will have a child, age 5 or older by September 1, 2024. New families can find enrollment forms at 4riverscs.org

#7 Winter Break

Winter break will soon be upon us! We will break for the winter starting Dec. 20 and return to school on Jan. 6. In the meantime, please make sure your student is attending school to protect their academic time.

#8 Volunteer for Our Annual Movie Day on December 19! 🍿🎬

πŸŽ₯ It’s our tradition to host a movie day just before we break for Winter Break! This year, we’re excited to hold Movie Day on December 19, and we are looking for parent volunteers to help make this day special for our students. Your role will involve counting out candy, popcorn bags, and drinks to distribute to different classrooms.

To sign up, please call the main office. Thank you for your support!

#9 Is it a Snow Day? ❄️

In case of a Snow Day, we will send out a text to notify you of class cancellations. You can also be notified on KTVB, Channel 7 news. To make sure you are signed up to receive school text messages, please email tanya.navarrete@4riverscs.org.

πŸ“† Important Dates

  • Dec. 2-5, Book Fair/Spirit Week
  • Dec. 4, Food Pantry
  • Dec. 5, Winter Performance
  • Dec. 6, No School Friday
  • Dec. 13, Family Friday
  • Dec. 18, Last Food Pantry
  • Dec. 20, No School Friday
  • Dec. 23 - Jan. 3, Winter Break
  • Jan. 6, School Reconvenes

πŸ“£ Let's Celebrate!

Athletic Director Appreciation Day, Dec. 16

πŸ† On this Athletic Director Appreciation Day, Dec. 16, we want to recognize Tyler Swanson, our outstanding Athletic Director since June 2021. Tyler leads with kindness and genuine care for our student-athletes, always prioritizing their needs. His unwavering commitment to our sports programs has created a supportive environment where athletes can excel both on the field and in their personal development.


Thank you, Tyler, for everything you do to uplift our athletes and enhance their experiences in the Four Riv community! 🌟

πŸ’ͺ Athletics Update

Sr. Prep Basketball

  • Schedules
  • Cost of games: All funds go back to supporting athletics at Four Riv!
  • Sr. Prep Basketball
    • $4 for adults
    • $1 for students
    • Student special: Are you dressed in Falcon Spirit? Your entry is free!


Jr. Prep Basketball

  • Schedules
  • Cost of games: All funds go back to supporting athletics at Four Riv!
    • Jr. Prep Basketball
      • $2 for adults
      • Free for students


Wrestling


Become a Four Riv Sponsor! 🌟

Help us champion our student athletes! This is our annual opportunity for families and businesses to make a big impact by becoming a sponsor. It's simpleβ€”just fill out the form or give directly online and return it to the front office or email it to us. Be sure to check out the perks of sponsorship, and don't forget to share this with your family and friends. Together, we can make a difference!


Follow Four Rivers Athletics! πŸ…

Stay in the loop with game updates, scores, and team news! Don’t miss a momentβ€”follow our athletics pages and cheer on our student-athletes. Stay connected and show your support today!

Follow us on Facebook or Instagram.


Shop like a Falcon πŸ›’

Bucket hats, baby bibs, Falcon shirts with your name on it… Grab your Falcon gear today! Check it out here.

πŸ’¬ Did You Know?

At Four Rivers, we continue to prioritize safety with monthly safety drills, including fire, earthquake, evacuation, and lockdown drills.

Important note: In case of an emergency, please wait for the school to contact you. This will help keep communication lines open for emergency responders. 🚨

πŸ˜ƒ Parent Resources

Do you visit our Four Rivers website often?

Did you know you can find parent resources and the latest notifications there?

Check out:

Family-Student Links and Notifications

Suicide Prevention Guide & Resources

Plus, have you met Officer Gomez yet? If you want to keep your kids safe,

then you really need to follow him.

πŸ“’ We have an opportunity for you to share your awesome experiences

We’d love to hear about your time at Four Rivers Community School! Sharing your positive experiences can help us gain state and national recognition as a dual language immersion charter school. If you'd like, you can leave a review on Google or the Niche website. Your support is greatly appreciated!

πŸ“± Let's Get Social

Thank You to our Level 5 Sponsors

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