8th Grade volleyball in full swing at the Owensville Tournament. Great team win over Hermann in the second game! #compete
📚✨ Staff Spotlight: ELA Teacher ✨📚
Today we’re excited to shine the spotlight on one of our incredible ELA teachers,. Mrs. Vogt.
In ELA, students do so much more than read and write—they learn to think critically, express their ideas with confidence, and discover the power of their own voice. Mrs. Vogt creates a classroom where stories come alive, discussions are meaningful, and every student feels encouraged to grow.
From guiding students through powerful novels to helping them craft strong essays, this teacher brings passion, creativity, and dedication to every lesson. Most importantly, they build relationships that make students feel seen, heard, and supported.
We are so grateful for the heart and hard work poured into our students each day. Thank you for inspiring a love of reading and writing at Riverbend!
Today we’re excited to shine the spotlight on one of our incredible ELA teachers,. Mrs. Vogt.
In ELA, students do so much more than read and write—they learn to think critically, express their ideas with confidence, and discover the power of their own voice. Mrs. Vogt creates a classroom where stories come alive, discussions are meaningful, and every student feels encouraged to grow.
From guiding students through powerful novels to helping them craft strong essays, this teacher brings passion, creativity, and dedication to every lesson. Most importantly, they build relationships that make students feel seen, heard, and supported.
We are so grateful for the heart and hard work poured into our students each day. Thank you for inspiring a love of reading and writing at Riverbend!
The Riverbend Middle School 8th grade band recently attended the Union Music Festival! 🎶
The band earned a “1” rating for their performance and received great feedback from the judges. In addition, ten solos and ensembles received a “1” rating, while one ensemble received a “2” rating!
We are very proud of our students and their hard work and musicianship. 🎺
#MVNation
The band earned a “1” rating for their performance and received great feedback from the judges. In addition, ten solos and ensembles received a “1” rating, while one ensemble received a “2” rating!
We are very proud of our students and their hard work and musicianship. 🎺
#MVNation
PHS Cheer Tryouts
Dates: March 27th - Tryout Material posted on all cheer social medias
March 30th - Tryout Clinics form 5 - 7 at PHS
March 31st - Tryout Clinics from 5 - 7 at PHS
April 1st - Tryouts starting at 2:45 at PHS
Please make sure you have the following items completed BEFORE tryouts:
Tryout application (Google Form)
Questionnaire (Google Form)
Up-To-Date Physical
Copy of Current Grades
Cheerleading constitution signature page and parental release.
Dates: March 27th - Tryout Material posted on all cheer social medias
March 30th - Tryout Clinics form 5 - 7 at PHS
March 31st - Tryout Clinics from 5 - 7 at PHS
April 1st - Tryouts starting at 2:45 at PHS
Please make sure you have the following items completed BEFORE tryouts:
Tryout application (Google Form)
Questionnaire (Google Form)
Up-To-Date Physical
Copy of Current Grades
Cheerleading constitution signature page and parental release.
🌟 Student of the Week 🌟
Congratulations to our Student of the Week, Hadley Dake! 🎉 This student has stood out for their hard work, positive attitude, and dedication to being a great role model at Riverbend. We are so proud of the effort they put in each day and the way they represent our school values. Way to go! 👏💜
Congratulations to our Student of the Week, Hadley Dake! 🎉 This student has stood out for their hard work, positive attitude, and dedication to being a great role model at Riverbend. We are so proud of the effort they put in each day and the way they represent our school values. Way to go! 👏💜
Here's what's coming up this week at Riverbend!
Any 8th Grader interested in trying our for PHS cheerleading is welcome to attend Open Gym on March 10th and March 24th. This is a great chance to see if Cheer is right for you and to prepare for tryouts.
✨ Staff Spotlight: ISS Teacher! ✨
At Riverbend Middle School, we know that every role in our building makes a difference — and today we are proud to recognize our amazing ISS teacher, Mr. Rowbottom!
Working in In-School Suspension takes patience, consistency, and a heart for helping students grow. Mr. Rowbottom does so much more than supervise — he mentors, guides, and encourages students to reflect, take responsibility, and make better choices moving forward.
With calm leadership and a steady presence, he helps turn challenging moments into learning opportunities. His dedication ensures that students stay on track academically while also learning important life lessons about accountability and respect.
Thank you for the compassion, structure, and support you provide each day. Riverbend is stronger because of you!
At Riverbend Middle School, we know that every role in our building makes a difference — and today we are proud to recognize our amazing ISS teacher, Mr. Rowbottom!
Working in In-School Suspension takes patience, consistency, and a heart for helping students grow. Mr. Rowbottom does so much more than supervise — he mentors, guides, and encourages students to reflect, take responsibility, and make better choices moving forward.
With calm leadership and a steady presence, he helps turn challenging moments into learning opportunities. His dedication ensures that students stay on track academically while also learning important life lessons about accountability and respect.
Thank you for the compassion, structure, and support you provide each day. Riverbend is stronger because of you!
Great night for volleyball at Riverbend! Always exciting to watch our student athletes compete against Owensville. 7th grade picks up the win in two sets. 8th grade battles in all three sets.
📣 Attention 8th Grade Students! 💃🕺
Are you interested in joining the Pacific High School Dance Team? Ready to show off your school spirit and dance skills?
Join us for Dancer Clinics on March 24th and 25th from 5 pm - 6pm and Tryouts on March 26th from 5 pm - 6 pm at Pacific High School's Main Gym.
Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to be part of something amazing! Check out the flyer below for more details. We can’t wait to see you there! 🎉
Are you interested in joining the Pacific High School Dance Team? Ready to show off your school spirit and dance skills?
Join us for Dancer Clinics on March 24th and 25th from 5 pm - 6pm and Tryouts on March 26th from 5 pm - 6 pm at Pacific High School's Main Gym.
Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to be part of something amazing! Check out the flyer below for more details. We can’t wait to see you there! 🎉
🌷📬 March Parent Newsletter is Here! 📬🌷
Spring is just around the corner, and we have lots of exciting things happening at Riverbend Middle School! 🌼
Be sure to check out our March Parent Newsletter for important dates, upcoming events, student celebrations, reminders, and all the great things happening in our classrooms.
We appreciate your continued support and partnership in making Riverbend such a special place for our students to learn and grow. 💙
Click the link below to read the full newsletter!
https://app.smore.com/n/huz40
🌟 Student of the Week 🌟
Congratulations to our Student of the Week, Jake Hendrix! 🎉 This student has stood out for their hard work, positive attitude, and dedication to being a great role model at Riverbend. We are so proud of the effort they put in each day and the way they represent our school values. Way to go! 👏💜
Congratulations to our Student of the Week, Jake Hendrix! 🎉 This student has stood out for their hard work, positive attitude, and dedication to being a great role model at Riverbend. We are so proud of the effort they put in each day and the way they represent our school values. Way to go! 👏💜
Here's what's coming up this week at Riverbend!
Edited to correct the time for Wednesday night's volleyball game.
👀 Attention Riverbend Students… the Lost & Found is Feeling VERY Attached 👀
Our Lost & Found is currently hosting a collection of lonely hoodies, abandoned water bottles, mysterious lunch boxes, and at least three coats that insist they “definitely belong to someone cool.” 😎
If you’ve been thinking:
“Wow, my sweatshirt looks just like that one…”
“Where did my Stanley go?”
“I used to have a jacket…”
This is your sign!
Before these items decide to transfer schools, start a new life, or become part of the “Forever Collection,” come check the Lost & Found!
🗓 Items will be donated after March 6th.
Come rescue your stuff. It misses you. Probably. 😉
Here's what's coming up at Riverbend this week!
Riverbend Middle School students recently brought creativity and leadership to life by transforming a classroom into an immersive geographic wonderland! 🌎
What began as a simple idea grew into an impressive redesign, with half the room reflecting an outdoor adventure theme and the other half exploring an under-the-sea environment! Next trimester, students will have the opportunity to continue the project and build on what was started.
A special thank you to Allison Caldwell, Kasey Linn-Campbell, Kassidy Duncan, and Haylee Henry, who led the planning and design efforts and dedicated countless hours to the transformation.
Their initiative, creativity, and commitment have made a lasting impact on the classroom experience for both students and staff! 🌟
#MVNation
What began as a simple idea grew into an impressive redesign, with half the room reflecting an outdoor adventure theme and the other half exploring an under-the-sea environment! Next trimester, students will have the opportunity to continue the project and build on what was started.
A special thank you to Allison Caldwell, Kasey Linn-Campbell, Kassidy Duncan, and Haylee Henry, who led the planning and design efforts and dedicated countless hours to the transformation.
Their initiative, creativity, and commitment have made a lasting impact on the classroom experience for both students and staff! 🌟
#MVNation
💜 Staff Spotlight: School Secretary💜
Today we’re proud to shine the spotlight on one of the true hearts of our school—one of our School Secretaries, Mrs. Fox!
From greeting students and families with a smile to keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes, this role is essential to our daily success. Their organization, kindness, and willingness to help make our school a welcoming place for everyone who walks through the doors.
Thank you for being a constant source of support for students, staff, and families. We truly couldn’t do it without you, and we are so grateful to have you as part of our school family!
Today we’re proud to shine the spotlight on one of the true hearts of our school—one of our School Secretaries, Mrs. Fox!
From greeting students and families with a smile to keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes, this role is essential to our daily success. Their organization, kindness, and willingness to help make our school a welcoming place for everyone who walks through the doors.
Thank you for being a constant source of support for students, staff, and families. We truly couldn’t do it without you, and we are so grateful to have you as part of our school family!
Families can still register incoming kindergarteners for the 2026-27 school year! 🎉
Children who turn five on or before August 1, 2026, are eligible to enroll. Registering early helps families receive timely information about screenings, school events, orientations, and important next steps.
How to get started:
➡️ Families new to MVR-III should contact the office of their assigned school Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm. School staff will share guidance and a registration link to begin the enrollment process.
➡️ Families with students already attending MVR-III will complete kindergarten registration through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
➡️ Families whose children are not enrolled in MVR-III prekindergarten will need to schedule a kindergarten screening. To sign up for a kindergarten screening time, complete the online screening form: https://bit.ly/MVR3KDG
Learn more about kindergarten registration on our website: https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/article/2674251
Children who turn five on or before August 1, 2026, are eligible to enroll. Registering early helps families receive timely information about screenings, school events, orientations, and important next steps.
How to get started:
➡️ Families new to MVR-III should contact the office of their assigned school Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm. School staff will share guidance and a registration link to begin the enrollment process.
➡️ Families with students already attending MVR-III will complete kindergarten registration through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
➡️ Families whose children are not enrolled in MVR-III prekindergarten will need to schedule a kindergarten screening. To sign up for a kindergarten screening time, complete the online screening form: https://bit.ly/MVR3KDG
Learn more about kindergarten registration on our website: https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/article/2674251
The Meramec Valley R-III School District is proud to highlight our 2025-26 Teachers and Support Staff of the Year! 🎉
Today, we recognize the outstanding team members from Pacific High School and Riverbend Middle School who make a difference in the lives of our students each day.
Pacific High School:
⭐️ Jordan Garlik, Special Education Teacher
⭐️ Kim Emht, Secretary
Riverbend Middle School:
⭐️ Rachel Porter, English Teacher
⭐️ D’wayne Burkhead, Custodian
Please join us in congratulating these dedicated staff members for their commitment, care, and impact across MVR-III!
#MVNation
Today, we recognize the outstanding team members from Pacific High School and Riverbend Middle School who make a difference in the lives of our students each day.
Pacific High School:
⭐️ Jordan Garlik, Special Education Teacher
⭐️ Kim Emht, Secretary
Riverbend Middle School:
⭐️ Rachel Porter, English Teacher
⭐️ D’wayne Burkhead, Custodian
Please join us in congratulating these dedicated staff members for their commitment, care, and impact across MVR-III!
#MVNation
🏃♂️🏃♀️ Track Season is Almost Here! 🏃♀️🏃♂️
We are excited to announce that track season at Riverbend Middle School is just around the corner! This is a great opportunity for our students to get involved, stay active, build endurance, and show their school pride.
Whether your student is a seasoned runner or looking to try something new, we encourage everyone to consider joining the team. Track is a wonderful way to build confidence, set goals, and be part of something bigger than yourself.
Students can pick up more information in the office or see the attached picture for more information.
We are excited to announce that track season at Riverbend Middle School is just around the corner! This is a great opportunity for our students to get involved, stay active, build endurance, and show their school pride.
Whether your student is a seasoned runner or looking to try something new, we encourage everyone to consider joining the team. Track is a wonderful way to build confidence, set goals, and be part of something bigger than yourself.
Students can pick up more information in the office or see the attached picture for more information.
