A Note From the Principal
Good Morning River Hawk Families,
What a great Turkey Bowl Game this year. Congratulations to the Red Team for the big win! We are so proud of all of our participants for football and cheer. A huge shoutout to ASB for an incredible rally and the addition of our own drumline performance as students entered the gym, added to the festive atmosphere. We are grateful to all the staff who helped to make the Turkey Bowl & Rally 2024 such a wonderful event. More pictures and game video to come in a future edition.
As we head into our week-long Thanksgiving Break, I hope all of our staff and River Hawk families have a chance to relax, unwind, and take a moment to share what they are grateful for. I am particularly grateful for the amazing River Hawk students and staff we have here at Rio Norte. They are kind, gracious, and hardworking people, and I am blessed to lead them!
Parents, I have a request for when we return on Monday, December 2nd and head into the final three weeks of the first semester. If you would take a moment to view the video below this message, "16 things your kid's teacher needs to hear," and consider shouting out to one or all of your student's teachers through a parent square message, an email, or even a sticky note sent in, just like in the video. It would be the perfect way to encourage our staff as they tackle those final weeks amongst all the holiday hustle & bustle that can add to teacher stress this time of year! And more importantly, it would just be really nice for them to hear. 💜
In this issue learn more about:
- Rio Norte's Home for the Holidays Event
- KLAWS Club Visits Gibbons Conservation Center
- Underground Staff Spirit Week
- Limited Sales on 8th Grade Hoodies
Repeated in this issue:
- Spirit Wear Holiday Sale
- Healthy Choices Curriculum - 7th grade only.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Bennett
Important Dates
November 25th-29th:
- Thanksgiving Break - No School
December 2nd:
- Return from Thanksgiving Break
December 5th:
- PTSA General Association Meeting, MPR 8:30 a.m.
- 7th Grade Healthy Choices Curriculum Parent Meeting (virtual)
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
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
KLAWS Club Visits Gibbon Conservation Center
Underground Staff Spirit Week
Leading up to game day, Rio staff had an Underground Staff Spirit Week looking to see how quickly students would catch on to what we were doing. We all couldn't help but smile about some of the theories students came up with: "Are you all texting each other?" "Are you protesting student spirit days?" "Wait why are you all in flannel today?" See photos below. While the week ended in Wear Red or Blue for Turkey Bowl yesterday, I think the favorite of most students was Mr. Owston and Mrs. Welch greeting students at the front gate Thursday for Royalty Day!
Monday: PJ Day
Tuesday: Flannel Day
Wednesday: Hawaiian Day
Thursday: Royalty Day
Friday: Wear Red or Blue for Turkey Bowl
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