River Valley Community School District - Home of the Wolverines

Hello River Valley Parents, River Valley Community Schools Picture Day is set for Wednesday, September 4. We are looking forward to seeing all those wonderful smiles!!

The Season Kicks Off Tomorrow Night!

You all are welcome to attend the 2024 Fall Meet the Teams Night. Please see the attached invite for more information. Hope to see you there!

You met Mr. Logan Sampers this summer during the flood in his casual clothes. Today meet Principal Mr. Sampers ready for business! He got the MS/HS students and staff off to a great start today! Go Wolverines!!

At Monday night's River Valley school board meeting, the board of education made a change to the cell phone/electronic device policy, which is in the handbook. At the meeting, the school board decided to ban cell phones and electronic devices, such as air pods, headphones and smart watches during the school day. These should be kept in the student's locker, if they do bring them to school. This will be reviewed on a quarterly basis. We know this is short notice so Friday will be a learning day for all our student body. We will make the announcement at our assemblies, during the first day of school. River Valley’s Electronic Device/Cell Phone Policy The telephones in the building are for business use only. Students will be called to the phone from study hall or classes only in the event of an emergency. Parents are urged not to call unless the above is true. Cell phones, airpods, headphones or smart watches are not allowed during THE SCHOOL DAY and should be kept in lockers. Cell phones may be used before and after school. Students who have a designated need to use a cell phone for health purposes may use their phone for medical purposes within the provisions of their individual 504 or health plan. Any student in violation of this policy will immediately hand over their cellphone to the school employee to be turned into the office. Students who violate the cell phone policy during class time will be subject to the following consequences: ● First offense: The cell phone or electronic device will be turned into the office for the remainder of the day at which point the student may pick it up. ● Second offense: The cell phone or the electronic device will be turned into the office for 2 days at which point the student may pick it up or a parent can pick it up the same day. A parent-student problem solving meeting will be scheduled. ● Third offense: The cell phone or electronic device will be turned into the office for 3 days at which point the student may pick it up or a parent can pick it up the same day. In addition, the student will serve one day of in-school suspension and the student must turn in their cell phone to the office each day for the remainder of the semester. ● Continued offenses: The cell phone or electronic device will be turned into the office for 3 days at which point the student may pick it up or a parent can pick it up the same day. In addition, the student will serve one day of in-school suspension and the student must turn in their cell phone to the office each day for the remainder of the semester. If a student refuses to turn their cell phone or electronic device over to a teacher, the phone or electronic device will be turned into the office for the remainder of the day. If a student refuses to turn their cell phone or electronic device into the office, the student will serve either a day of in-school suspension or out-of-school suspension depending upon the student's response in addition to any previous suspension for this policy violation. Students will not be allowed to wear air pods/headphones/headset/or other audio devices during the school day unless approved for learning purposes. The use of a cell phone or electronic device during class to communicate with parents is not an excuse to break the rules above. Parents may either call the school to talk to their student or students may get a pass to the office to make a call to their parent(s). Please be sure that you as a parent are not causing your student to violate the policy. The district will evaluate this policy each quarter and will examine if further restrictions are needed. Our goals with this policy are to ensure optimal academic focus during learning time and to support our students’ social, emotional, and mental health.

Our VB team is ready to go! Official rankings are out and we are ranked 5th! Come cheer these girls on this season! https://t.e2ma.net/webview/znbcuh/fbc03bb55506520e903120e1fed73e1a

Welcome Back Our Teachers! Mrs. Skye Nicolls is beginning her 7th year with RV and is the Preschool Teacher. This summer she has been going for long walks with her dogs, cuddling her cats, reading and finishing her list of summer projects. She is looking forward to seeing her preschool family, having a schedule again, and seeing what new little personalities she will have in her room this year! Her advice to parents and students is as follows. Parents, get your kids into a routine and always ask about the fun their child had each day. Students, jump in and try new things with me. Let me know what you love!

Meet the Wildcat Night for Fall Sports at Woodbury Central We are excited for our student athletes to have the opportunity to participate in the sport of Cross Country. Their first meet is next Thursday, August 29th at the SYA Sports Complex in Sioux City starting at 4:30pm. Good luck to the WC-KP-RV cross country team!

Welcome Back Our Teachers! Mrs. Cindy Nehman is starting her 2nd year at RV. She is the 9-12 Resource Room Teacher. She spent the summer enjoying time with friends and family. They went to Okoboji and the Kansas City Chiefs training camp. She is looking forward to seeing the kids and her coworkers again! Mrs. Nehman will be at the Open House in Correctionville on Aug 22nd from 6 to 8 p.m.

Welcome Back Our Teachers! Mrs. Brittni Forrer has been with RV for 8 years and is the Middle School and High School Physical Education Teacher (6th-12th Grade). She is also Head Cross Country Coach, Head Track and Field Coach. This summer she has been enjoying her time with her two little girls, Brynlee and Hallie. She has also been enjoying time together with her husband outside on the golf course. She looks forward the most to seeing how much each student has grown throughout the summer and looks forward to seeing those mile times in PE class! Her best advice is to do the best that you can with a positive attitude! Be sure to say hello to Mrs. Forrer at the Open House on Aug 22nd from 6 to 8 p.m.

Welcome Back Our Teachers! Mrs. Stephanie Simonsen is starting her 2nd year at RV. She is the MS Social Studies Teacher. This summer she enjoyed hiking the Black Elk Peak for the very first time! She is looking forward to seeing the students again. Her advice for the upcoming year is create a plan of success. Come and see Mrs. Simonsen at the upcoming Open House on Thursday, August 22nd from 6 to 8 p.m. in Correctionville.

Welcome Back Our Teachers! Mrs. Angie Reinking is starting her 12th year at RV. She is our elementary PE Teacher and TAG Teacher. This summer she enjoyed a couple of trips to Nashville and Chicago! Spending her days with her boys definitely makes summer sweet! She is looking forward to seeing her co-workers and students! She says she works with wonderful staff that make the days at school so much fun! She can't wait to see the smiling faces and some good hugs from the students! Her advice for the school year is a consistent bedtime routine! Life gets crazy and busy, but keeping the kids on a good schedule definitely makes their days at school easier!

Welcome Back Our Teachers! Mr. Ryan Brown will be starting his 21st year at RV this fall! He is the 8-12 Language Arts Teacher and is also the Speech Coach. In regard to his summer, he enjoys the slower pace of summer and doing whatever he wants, whenever he wants without a bell ringing in the background. He is looking forward to seeing students again, as well as staff. His advice in regard to the upcoming school year, please do your best and do things right the first time so you don't have to repeat yourself. The results will amaze you. I am nicer than my face looks. Be sure to see Mr. Brown at the Open House in Correctionville on Aug. 22nd from 6 to 8 p.m.

Attention RV Preschool Parents: River Valley's Open House is set for this coming Thursday, August 22 from 6-8 PM. Preschoolers and their parents are more than welcome to come visit the elementary, see their new classroom, and visit with their new teacher. We hope to see you all there! Have a great night:)

Welcome Back Our Teachers! Ms. Lisa Mitchell has been with RV for 10 years! She is our Special Education Teacher in the elementary building. She spent this summer traveling to Nashville and the Black Hills. She also enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She is looking forward to seeing the students and watching them grow. Her advice on the upcoming year to parents is encourage them to try their best and to be kind to others. Be sure to say hello to Ms Mitchell at the Open House in Washta on Aug. 22nd from 6 to 8 p.m.

Welcome Back Our Teachers! Mrs. Kim Knaack has been teaching at RV for 25 years! She is one of our Kindergarten teachers! She has enjoyed the summer by being at the lakes with family and friends. She can't wait to see all the kids new and old ones. Her advice for the kids this year is to always try your best, have a good attitude and have fun! Mrs. Knaack is looking forward to seeing you at the Open House in Washta on Aug 22nd from 6 to 8 p.m.

Welcome Back Our Teachers! Ms. Chauntell Geary is beginning her 7th year at RV. She is our K-12 Counselor. She enjoyed her summer by spending time with my kids as well as good friends! At the beginning of the summer, her kids and her went to visit family in Colorado for a few weeks! Like every other year, Ms. Geary is looking forward to seeing all of her students faces! She loves hearing about their summers and their goals for this school year! Her advice for the upcoming school year is as follows. "Students- my advice to you would be come into this school year with an open mind ready to learn and be kind always for you never know what someone else is going through! Parents-- we are so excited to have the students back in the buildings and I cannot wait to collaborate with you to make it the best year yet! It takes a team! " Ms. Geary is ready to visit with you at the Open House on Aug. 22nd from 6 to 8 p.m.

Welcome Back Our Teachers! Mrs. Tanya Mallison has been teaching at RV for 6 years and is the Title 1 Reading Teacher/Interventionist. This summer she has enjoyed spending time with her family. They have loved being able to camp and swim together. She looks forward to seeing all her students and hearing about their summers. Her advice for the upcoming school year is to always encourage your students to try their best and reach out to your teachers about any concerns you have so we can address them early on. Be sure to say hello to Mrs. Mallison at the upcoming Open House on Aug 22nd in Washta from 6 to 8 p.m.

Welcome Back Our Teachers! Mrs. Tonya Carstens has been teaching at RV for 21 years! She teaches 4th grade and 5th grade Social Studies. She has spent this summer enjoying her family and reading for fun. She's looking forward to seeing smiles from her new kids and past students and building some new relationships! Families and students, together we are a team! This is Mrs. Carsten's philosophy on the upcoming school year. Come and see Mrs Carstens at the Open House on Aug 22nd in Washta from 6 to 8 p.m.

Welcome Back Our Teachers! Ms Jen Rau has been teaching at RV for 3 years and teaches music and beginning band in the elementary building. This summer she has been attending UCMO! Advice for parents for the upcoming year is this. You read with your child. What if you also sang to and with them? It would build confidence and skills in the classroom, but most of all create family memories. Come and say hello to Ms Rau at the upcoming Open House in Washta on Aug 22nd from 6 to 8 p.m.