We are thrilled to announce that Riverside Elementary has been selected to receive the Bilingual Multicultural Education Program Recognition Award at this year’s Bilingual Day In Santa Fe New Mexico!

This incredible honor reflects our commitment to fostering bilingualism, biliteracy, and multicultural understanding for all our students. A huge thank you to our dedicated teachers, staff, students, and families for making this achievement possible!

¡Estamos muy orgullosos! 💙💛

We are incredibly proud of our students who have demonstrated English proficiency as measured by the ACCESS test! 🎉 Their hard work, dedication, and perseverance have paid off, and we celebrate this major milestone in their academic journey.

A huge thank you to our amazing teachers and staff for their continuous support in helping our students succeed. Keep reaching for the stars! 🚀💙

A huge Felicidades to Keisha Atterberry and Leonardo Guevara, our Riverside Spanish Spelling Bee winners! 🎉 These outstanding students have demonstrated incredible dedication and linguistic skills, earning them the opportunity to represent us at the District Spanish Spelling Bee at La Union Elementary!

We are so proud of you and know you will make Riverside shine! ⭐📖✨ Best of luck—¡Mucho éxito!

Our adorable kinders celebrated 100 days of school by dressing up as the cutest little elders you’ve ever seen! 👓🦳 From canes to curlers, they embraced the spirit of the day in style.

100 days smarter, 100 days kinder, and 100 days closer to an amazing school year! 💯✨

As I wrap up my first week as Principal, I just want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to our amazing faculty and staff, students, and parents for your incredible show of support. Having served as your Assistant Principal for almost three years, this transition feels like a continuation of the work I have always been passionate about—supporting, guiding, and growing together as a school community.

Your dedication, encouragement, and commitment to our students make Riverside a truly special place, and I am honored to continue this journey with you. I look forward to the incredible things we will accomplish together!

In an effort to serve you better, I would love to hear your comments about what is working or ideas, suggestions, or any changes you’d like to see. Your voice matters, and together, we can continue making Riverside the best it can be! Please take a moment to share your thoughts by filling out the Google Form linked below. 📋✏️

Thank you for making my first week as Principal so memorable! Let’s keep striving for excellence! 🚀

Al concluir mi primera semana como directora, solo quiero tomarme un momento para expresar mi más profunda gratitud a nuestra increíble facultad y personal, estudiantes y padres por su increíble muestra de apoyo. Después de haber servido como su subdirector durante casi tres años, esta transición se siente como una continuación del trabajo que siempre me ha apasionado: apoyar, guiar y crecer juntos como comunidad escolar.

Su dedicación, aliento y compromiso con nuestros estudiantes hacen de Riverside un lugar verdaderamente especial, y me siento honrado de continuar este viaje con ustedes. ¡Espero con ansias las cosas increíbles que lograremos juntos!

En un esfuerzo por brindarle un mejor servicio, me encantaría escuchar sus comentarios sobre lo que está funcionando o ideas, sugerencias o cualquier cambio que le gustaría ver. ¡Tu voz importa, y juntos, podemos seguir haciendo de Riverside lo mejor que puede ser! Tómese un momento para compartir sus pensamientos completando el formulario de Google vinculado a continuación. 📋✏️

¡Gracias por hacer que mi primera semana como directora sea tan memorable! ¡Sigamos esforzándonos por la excelencia! 🚀

February 3-7th- National Counselors Week

February 4th-Santa Teresa Middle School in cafeteria at 1:00 PM

February 5th-RSE Spanish Spelling Bee

February 6th- 1st grade field trip La Nube

February 10-21st-ACCESS Testing please make sure you are not absent

February 13th- Parent Teacher Conferences after school from 3:00-6:00. Early Out

February 14th-Parent Teacher Conference 7:30-12:00 NO CLASSES

February 28th-District Spanish Spelling Bee La Union

Dear Riverside Families,

As you know, the recent wildfires in California have devastated many communities, and the children affected need comfort now more than ever. At Riverside Elementary, one of our core values is fostering a sense of civic duty, and we have an opportunity to make a difference.

We are hosting a Teddy Bear Drive to collect new or gently loved stuffed animals for children impacted by the wildfires. Your donations will provide warmth, comfort, and a sense of security during this difficult time.

Queridas familias de Riverside,

Como saben, los recientes incendios en California han afectado gravemente a muchas comunidades, y los niños son quienes más necesitan apoyo en estos momentos. En Riverside Elementary, uno de nuestros valores fundamentales es fomentar un sentido de deber cívico, y esta es una oportunidad para marcar la diferencia.

Estamos organizando una campaña de recolección de ositos de peluche para donar peluches nuevos o en buen estado a los niños afectados por los incendios. Sus donaciones les brindarán calidez, consuelo y un sentido de seguridad durante este difícil momento.

Showing up every day matters, and today we honored our dedicated students who achieved Perfect Attendance! 📚✨ Their commitment to being present and engaged in learning sets the foundation for success—academically and beyond!

Consistent attendance leads to stronger academic performance, better relationships, and lifelong habits of responsibility and perseverance. We are so proud of our students for prioritizing their education! 💙💛

Hard work and dedication pay off! Today, we honored our amazing A/B Honor Roll students for their commitment to academic excellence. 🏆✨ Their perseverance and effort are shining examples of what it means to be a Riverside scholar!

We are so proud of their achievements and can’t wait to see them continue to grow and succeed. Keep aiming high! 🚀💙💛

Next week, we celebrate and appreciate our incredible counselor, Ms. Flores, for the unwavering support, guidance, and care she provides to our students, staff, and families every day! 🌟💛

From offering a listening ear to empowering students with the tools they need to succeed, her impact reaches far beyond the classroom. Thank you, Ms. Flores, for your dedication to making Riverside a place where every student feels valued, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential! 💙✨

Please check the lost and found for any items that your child might have lost. The lost and found is located in the cafeteria and you can check before or afterschool. We have a very large selection of jackets, sweaters and sweatshirt that I know can be used before we donate them to someone in need.

• We will continue implementing best practices in our classrooms, guided by the Marzano New Art and Science of Teaching framework.

• We will focus on developing our teachers to effectively meet the diverse needs of our students.
• In January, we will launch a targeted reading campaign designed to address reading gaps and improve reading proficiency rates more effectively.

• The construction will not impact the operation of the school
• Expected time of completion August 2025

Kinder-76

1st-62

2nd-96

3rd-85

4th-85

5th-76

6th-76

552

Access Test-37 students exit

Math Proficient/Advanced

3rd 29% 81 tested (26)

4th 44% 79 tested (35)

5th 48% 79 tested (38)

6th 45% 66 tested (30)

ELA Proficient/Advanced

3rd 20% 81 tested (16)

4th 49.4% 79 tested (39)

5th 40% 79 tested (32)

6th 45% 66 tested (30)

“Absences add up! Missing just 2 days a month means a child misses 10% of the school year.” –

Cell Phone Policy for Elementary Students

1. No Use During Instructional Day: Elementary students are not permitted to use cellphones during the instructional day. cell phones must remain in a student’s book bag where they cannot be seen or heard.

2. Restricted Use During Specific Times: Under no circumstances shall students use or access an electronic communication device during assemblies, emergency drills, or other school evacuations.

3. Pictures: under no circumstances shall students be allowed to photograph students, faculty or staff without their permission.

4. Returning Confiscated Phones: If a student’s cell phone is confiscated, it will be returned to parents at the end of the school day. After the third violation of this policy, the item will be confiscated and returned to parents on a stipulated date or returned to the student at the end of the school year.

Social Media Policy for Elementary Students

1. Account Creation: Students may not open social media accounts under the names of other peers, faculty, or staff members. Impersonation is strictly prohibited and will be met with appropriate disciplinary action.

2. Cyberbullying: Cyberbullying, including but not limited to, harassment, threats, or any form of bullying conducted via social media platforms, is strictly prohibited. Any instances of cyberbullying brought to the attention of the student and parents will be thoroughly investigated, and appropriate disciplinary measures will be taken.

3. General Conduct: Students are expected to use social media responsibly and respectfully. Any behavior that disrupts the learning environment or compromises the safety and well-being of others will not be tolerated.

Importance of Compliance

This policy is designed to foster a safe, respectful, and supportive school community. Adhering to these guidelines will help protect all students and staff from potential harm and ensure a positive atmosphere conducive to learning and growth.

We appreciate your support in reinforcing this policy with your child. Understanding the importance of respectful and responsible social media and cell phone use is crucial for the safety and well-being of the entire school community.

Thank you for your continued support

Students who are in class regularly have an opportunity to learn the concepts that lay the foundation for understanding what is taught as the year progresses. And showing up every day in those early weeks and months helps students, especially those in the very early grades, establish regular routines that support on-time attendance for the remainder of the year.Our school offers some dynamic attendance incentives for our students.

Los estudiantes que están en clase regularmente tienen la oportunidad de aprender los conceptos que sientan las bases para comprender lo que se enseña a medida que avanza el año. Y presentarse todos los días en esas primeras semanas y meses ayuda a los estudiantes, especialmente a aquellos en los primeros grados, a establecer rutinas regulares que respalden la asistencia a tiempo durante el resto del año.Nuestra escuela ofrece algunos incentivos de asistencia dinámicos para nuestros estudiantes.

Riverside Elementary observes a school uniform policy. Students may wear a white, gray, navy blue or black polo; and khaki or navy blue pants, skirt, or shorts above the knee. Polos with the school logo can be purchased in the office for $20.00. Students who are out of the dress code will be sent to the office to help them comply with our dress code policy.

La primaria Riverside observa una política de uniforme escolar. Los estudiantes pueden usar un blanco,gris, polo azul marino o negro; y pantalones, falda o pantalones cortos de color caqui o azul marino por encima de la rodilla. Los polos con el logo de la escuela se pueden comprar en la oficina por $15.00. Estudiantes que están fuera decódigo de vestimenta serán mandados a la oficina para ayudarlos a cumplir con nuestro código de vestimenta politica.

Please skim through the student handbook to review school and district guidelines. Please place close attention to our cell phone policy and discipline policies so that you may familiarize yourself with our school and district expectations. Working together to assure student success is one of our most important goals.

Lea el manual del estudiante para revisar la escuela y el distrito.pautas. Preste mucha atención a nuestra política de teléfonos celulares y políticas de disciplina para que pueda familiarizarse usted mismo con nuestra escuela y distrito Expectativas. Trabajar juntos para asegurar el éxito de los estudiantes es una de nuestras metas más importantes.