The River Hawk
Rio Norte News - December 6, 2024
A Note From the Principal
Good Morning River Hawk Families,
We hope you and your family had a wonderful Thanksgiving break and holiday. I also hope the video I shared in the last issue inspired you or your student to take a moment to give one or all of their teachers a little shout out of encouragement or thanks over the next two weeks.
Every morning we scan students onto campus for the safety and security of all. Students need their ID card in order to do this. Because we know 11-14 year olds forget sometimes, we have a "forgot ID" form they fill out at the front gate. Typically it was a handful of students and easy to manage, but as the number has greatly increased over the semester we are now finding many issues, including students we saw in line that didn't fill out the form. Beginning Monday, students will be brought into the MPR where an adult can watch each individual fill out the form. They will then be educated on the importance of having their ID daily and sent to class at the bell. Students late to school without ID will still fill out the form, but receive the educational piece at brunch. Students should be encouraged to find their ID card or purchase one at the library for $5. Families with a hardship should reach out to your child’s counselor.
We have a lot of great things going on over the next two weeks so be sure to read on. We look forward to seeing many of our families this Thursday or Friday evening for the elective department's Home for the Holidays event. See all the details below!
In this issue learn more about:
- Rio Norte's Home for the Holidays Event
- ASB News
- RioTV Winter Coat Drive
- Lost and Found
- PTSA Staff Holiday Breakfast Donation Sign-up
- Turkey Bowl Pictures
- From the Hart Newsletter
Repeated in this issue:
- Limited Sales on 8th Grade Hoodies
- Spirit Wear Holiday Sale
Sincerely,
Mrs. Bennett
Important Dates
December 12th & 13th:
- Rio Norte Fine Arts Home for the Holidays Event, MPR at 5:30 p.m.
- Drama Hawks Production of It's A Wonderful Life, MPR at 7 p.m.
December 19th:
- Last Student Day of Semester 1
December 20th:
- NO School - Teacher Work Day
December 23rd - January 10th:
- Winter Break, No School
January 13th:
- School resumes, tardy bell 8:15 a.m.
- Second semester, Quarter 3 begins
CLICK HERE for a printable copy of the calendar pictured. Please use this calendar for our holidays, minimum days, and Early Release Schedule to plan as many appointments and trips during non-instructional times.
Rio Norte Junior High Announces Home for The Holidays
The Fine Arts at Rio Norte are excited to announce Home for The Holidays: A Celebration of the Season, scheduled for December 12th and December 13th at Rio Norte Junior High School. Doors will open at 5:30 in the MPR. This cherished event will bring together students from the Fine Arts programs at Rio Norte, their families, and staff for a festive evening filled with joy, creativity, and community spirit.
The celebration will feature a variety of activities and entertainment including:
- Drama Production: The Drama Hawks will be presenting It’s a Wonderful Life-A Live Radio Play. Performance begins at 7pm. Tickets available at https://our.show/dramahawks
- Advanced Art: Kids can explore their creative side with holiday-themed arts and crafts. Crafts available for purchase. Cash sales only please.
- Advanced Culinary: Delicious seasonal snacks and refreshments will be available for purchase. Cash sales only please.
- Choir-Enjoy Holiday classics performed live by members of Rio’s choir.
- Photography-Capture the warmth of the holidays with a special family photo opportunity.
- Community Service: As part of the spirit of giving, RIO ASB invites families to participate in our food drive to benefit SCV Food Pantry. Donations of non-perishable food items will be collected at the event.
“It is my goal to make this an annual celebration for our community. This is a wonderful opportunity for our school community to come together, share in the holiday spirit, and support those in need,” said Mr. “O”, Drama teacher at Rio. “We are thrilled to showcase our students’ talents and creativity while fostering a sense of community and compassion during the holiday season.”
For tickets to It’s a Wonderful Life-A Live Radio Play please https://our.show/dramahawks
Rio Norte Junior High is located at 28771 Rio Norte Drive, Santa Clarita, CA. 91354
ASB News
Holiday Spirit Week - December 16th -19th:
Monday 12/16 - Polar Express Day (PJs too)
Tuesday 12/17 - Holiday Headwear Day
Wednesday 12/18 - Holiday Cheer Day and a special LTA (Lunch-Time Activity)
- 8th grade - Red
- 7th grade - Green
Thursday 12/19 - Festive Holiday Clothing Day
***Remember students finish school on Thursday, December 19th. Only teachers have to come back on Friday.
Winter Semi-Formal Tickets:
After winter break, tickets will go on sale for our annual Winter Semi-Formal Dance. Save the date - Friday, January 31st. More details to come in one of the newsletters prior to break.
RioTV Winter Coat Drive
As the weather turns colder, RioTV is collecting winter coats to donate to Bridge to Home here in Santa Clarita. If you have gently used winter coats (for children or adults) that you wish to donate, please send them to school with your child. They can drop them off before school from this Monday, December 9, through Friday, December 12, in Mr. Ippolito's classroom, Room B-5--right across from the Library entrance. We have already collected 42 winter coats just from our RioTV students, so we are excited to see how many more we can gather to help our community. Thank you so much!
Lost and Found
Every day this month we put out the lost and found for students to get their belongings before the end of the semester. Any unclaimed items will be donated December 20th. Please have students look, esp. at the windows (pictured above) for lost water bottles. Many of these are expensive refillable bottles. Parents please call the office to arrange a time if you'd like to look prior to December 20th, so someone can help you.
RIO NORTE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Shonna August, 8th grade Assistant Principal
Lauren Dunn, 7th grade Assistant Principal
ATTENDANCE Needs: Email RNattendance@hartdistrict.org
Email: bjbennett@hartdistrict.org
Website: https://www.rionortejuniorhigh.org/
Location: 28771 Rio Norte Dr, Valencia, CA, USA
Phone: 661-295-3700