The River Hawk

Good Morning River Hawk Families,

And just like that, Semester 1 has come to a close! While the weeks may have flown by, we hope it’s been a rewarding experience for your student. We recognize that the transition from childhood to adolescence can be full of challenges, but we trust you’re witnessing growth as your teen navigates this transformative chapter in their life.

Be sure to check out the holiday spirit week section, where you’ll find a photo album showcasing some of our favorite moments this past week. Wednesday’s lunch time activity ended in the quad with an impromptu performance of dances the 8th graders just tested on in the PE dance unit. It brought the biggest smile to my face watching them! I’ve shared videos of the cupid shuffle and the chicken dance and trust me, it’s worth watching the pure fun and joy they shared as the music played! A huge thank you to Mrs. Welch for creating that special moment. And of course, don’t miss Mr. O’s unforgettable “Elfing Around” antics on our last day; it's a must-see!

Our staff is now officially on break and our office will be closed. Grades have now posted to Infinite Campus, but teachers will not be available for questions until our return on January 13th. We kindly and respectfully ask that you give them this time with their families.

As we bid farewell to 2024, I want to extend my warmest wishes to each of you. May this holiday season bring you joy, peace, and quality time with loved ones. Kindness, joy, and hope are the gifts that keep on giving. Here's to a 2025 filled with new opportunities, growth, and success for our River Hawk community!

In this issue learn more about:

• Holiday Spirit Week
• A Night in Hollywood Winter Dance
• Winter Dance Dress Code

Wishing you a wonderful break and a Happy New Year,

Mrs. Bennett

December 23rd - January 10th:

• Winter Break, No School
• The School Office Will be CLOSED

January 13th:

• School resumes, office opens 7:30 a.m., tardy bell 8:15 a.m.
• Second semester, Quarter 3 begins
• Healthy Choice Curriculum for 7th grade begins in Science classes only

January 20th:

• No School - MLK Holiday

January 31st:

• A Night in Hollywood - Winter Semi Formal Dance 5:30-7:30 p.m.

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.

What a great festive atmosphere throughout our last week of the semester! Students and staff had great fun with the spirit days and events on campus. The week culminated with a visit from a mischievous elf (aka Mr. O our drama teacher), who went all over campus with fun little antics and tricks that made everyone, from students to staff members laugh and smile! Enjoy some pictures from the week in this photo album link. The videos of the students dancing in the quad cannot be missed!

Winter Semi-Formal Tickets:

After winter break, tickets will go on sale for our annual Winter Semi-Formal Dance. See details in the flyer above and note tickets for this dance will NOT be on the webstore. DINNER will be served at this special dance. Student's tickets will be automatically loaded to their ID card, so they need that to buy the ticket and enter the dance. GROOVE PACK students MUST go to the ASB window to RSVP and have their ticket loaded to their ID card. All of this will help us ensure food for every individual that attends.

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

Nondiscrimination Statement

The William S. Hart Union High School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment), or bullying based on a person’s actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, national origin, immigration status, ancestry, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, political affiliation, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer and Section 504 Coordinator Erum Velek, and Title II / Title IX Coordinator, Mark Crawford. Both can be reached at the William S. Hart Union High School District, 21380 Centre Pointe Pkwy, Santa Clarita, CA 91350, (661) 259-0033, or by email: UCP@hartdistrict.org.

El Distrito de Escuelas Secundarias William S. Hart Union prohíbe la discriminación, la intimidación, acoso (incluido el acoso sexual) o intimidación basada en la realidad o percepción de una persona raza, color, etnia, origen nacional, estado migratorio, ascendencia, religión, edad, estado civil, embarazo, estado parental, discapacidad física o mental, condición médica, estado militar o veterano, afiliación política, sexo, género, identidad de género, expresión de género, información genética, orientación sexual, o asociación con una persona o un grupo con uno o más de estos características percibidas. Para preguntas o quejas, comuníquese con el Oficial de Cumplimiento de Equidad y el coordinador de la Sección 504, Erum Velek, y el coordinador del Título II / Título IX, Mark Crawford. Ambos pueden ser contactado en William S. Hart Union High School District, 21380 Centre Pointe Pkwy, Santa Clarita, CA 91350, (661) 259-0033,​ o por correo electrónico: UCP@hartdistrict.org.