2023-24 Riverside Calendar of Events
Practice Lockdown Drill #2 (of 2) - April 15
School Council and Parent Society Meetings – April 18 at 7:00PM
System Professional Learning Day (no classes) - April 19
Riverside School Earth Day Celebrations – April 22
Athletics - See updates on our Athletics Page
It has been wonderful to see everyone back at the school, students and staff alike, and to hear everyone’s stories about their Spring Break and the fun they had. It was important for us all to have a chance to recharge our batteries before this last push through the school year!
I have been provided with an update regarding the ongoing Bridgeland Main Street project which will soon impact traffic along 1st Avenue and thus, Riverside School. There will be some changes made to traffic patterns in the area. Of interest is that our two buses which drop students off along 1st Avenue will now be rerouted along 6A Street. This means there will be five buses dropping students off along 6A Street, meaning adjustments to family drop-off procedures will take on further urgency. These changes are coming up very soon – mid-April or so. Please do not drop off or pick up your child(ren) along 6A Street.
Finally, I am happy to let you all know that “Mr. Radder’s Gorilla Suit Day” will be April 11 (next Thursday). I have agreed with our students that this can be a ‘free dress’ day for any student wearing either yellow or something with a banana on it. I am so proud of our students for their dedication to reading (and meeting a goal they set for themselves) and am happy to fulfill my end of the deal next week.
McCarthy Uniforms update – purchasing window open
A reminder to Riverside families that McCarthy Uniform’s purchasing window for additional uniform pieces is open now, through April 30. There are no changes to the specific uniform items that are available for purchase.
This will be the last purchasing window during the current school year. The next purchasing window will open in mid-July, and stay open for a couple of months to facilitate start-of-year purchases. I will be happy to share further information as it is finalized.
School Council and Parent Society updates
Please see below for some updates from our School Council and Parent Society:
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Growing Smiles - Join us in nurturing bright futures! Support Riverside School's Spring Plant Fundraiser. Together, let's cultivate a vibrant school community and ensure every child's potential blooms. Purchase your spring plants, herbs, veggies and soil today and help us sow the seeds to success with us. Click here to start supporting our school community.
Earth Day Bottle Drive April 22nd - Join us in supporting Earth Day by participating in our bottle drive! Let's make a positive impact on our environment by recycling bottles and reducing waste. Every bottle collected contributes to a cleaner, greener Earth for generations to come. Together, let's celebrate Earth Day and take action for a healthier planet. Drop offs will be in the parking lot by the bridge from 7:30 am to 8:30 am and 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.”
Thank you for your continued support!
Steve Radder, Principal
Riverside School