The Weekly Update #4

As the leaves begin to change and we embrace the crisp air of fall, I want to take a moment to reflect on our exciting start to the school year. It’s hard to believe that we’re already into October! Our students have been engaged in learning, exploring new ideas, and building friendships. I am incredibly proud of their enthusiasm and dedication.

Upcoming Events

• Picture Day:
  Date: October 9th

• Trunk o’ Treat:
  Date: October 24th
  Time: 5:30-7:00

Wear your costumes to this fun event!

• Halloween

October 31st

Wear Black and Orange to school. No costumes, please.

• Fall Parent-Teacher Conferences:
  Date: November 14th
  We encourage all parents to attend and discuss your child’s progress with their teachers. Watch for a link to sign up for a conference slot using Google Calendar. Your partnership is vital to our students’ success!

Academic Highlights

We are excited about our new curriculums that are engaging your students in fun learning. Amplify Science, a phenomena-based program, blends hands-on investigations, literacy-rich activities, and interactive digital tools to empower students to think, read, write, and argue like real scientists. Being a Writer brings opportunities for students to hear, discuss, and analyze mentor texts, and incorporate elements of author’s craft, genre, and organization into their own writing. I encourage you to engage in discussions at home about what they’re learning. Your support makes a significant difference! P.S. Please help your student complete their 20 minutes of reading each night. This extra practice makes a big impact!

Community Involvement

We are grateful for the continued support of our parents and community members. If you’re looking for ways to get involved, consider volunteering for our upcoming events or joining our PTO. Your contributions help enrich our school environment.

Health and Safety Reminders

As we move into the colder months, please remember to dress your children warmly and encourage them to practice good hygiene. We want to keep our school community healthy and thriving!

Thank you!

Thank you for your continued support and commitment to our school. I’m excited for what this fall has in store for our students and community. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Wishing you all a wonderful fall season!

Warm regards,

Ms. Courtney Schultz

October has arrived and with it has come cooler weather, students who are settled into their reading groups, and a new look to our Read and Respond for Riverview! 😁 The Read and Respond sheets are now blue for grades 1-5 and are the same whether the child is in reading roots or reading wings. We are continuing to ask students to read 4 nights each week but now students will have from Monday of each week until the Monday of the next week to complete their reading. After reading, each student is expected to record a highlight on their blue Read and Respond sheet. Examples can be found on the sheet attached to the Read and Respond form or by clicking here.

Kindergarten Read and Respond sheets will be gold and will start coming home with the start of the next unit.

Hopefully, as the year started, you were able to build routines in your household such as a special time each day designated for reading. This can be right after school, before bed, or even in the car depending on what works best for your family. Reading will not only enhance academic skills but also can open a door to imagination, creativity, and critical thinking. Your involvement and encouragement make a significant difference in their learning journey! Thank you for your continued support!

Read and Respond Forms

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For more info about the Riverview PTO, check out their Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/riverviewPTOManitowoc/

October:

4th- No school for Students- Staff Development Day

7th- 4th & 5th Grade to CCC

9th- Picture Day

16th- Vision Screening & 5th Grade to Farm Discovery

22nd- LHS Band Visit

24th- 2nd Grade to Woodland Dunes & Trunk or Treat @ 5:30 pm

25th- 3rd Grade to School Forest

31st- Wear Orange & Black

November:

4th- No school for Students- Staff Development Day

11-15th- Book Fair

13th- Picture Retake Day

14th- Parent Teacher Conferences

15th- No school for Students or Staff

22nd- Raptor Apparel Day

27th- Wear Camo Day & 1/2 day for students- 12:00 Dismissal. No school for 4K or TK.

28th/29th- No school for Students or Staff

Attendance Matters! Please make sure your student is here and ready to learn by 8:40 am. Feel free to reach out to our office with any questions regarding student illness. If your child is unable to attend, messages may be left on the Riverview Attendance Line at 920-663-9691.

As part of our commitment to ensuring a safe learning environment for our students, we will be conducting a lockdown drill during the month of October. This drill is an important part of our emergency preparedness plan and helps to ensure that students and staff know how to respond in the unlikely event of a real emergency.

What to Expect:

• The drill will take place during school hours.
• Students will practice securing their classrooms and following safety protocols.
• Staff will guide students calmly through the process, emphasizing that this is a practice exercise.

Our Commitment: The safety of our students is our top priority. We regularly review and update our emergency procedures to ensure we are prepared for any situation. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to the school office.

Thank you for your support and partnership in keeping our school safe.