Please see the attached flyer regarding times for volleyball tryouts. If you have any questions please email ccarrico@mvr3.k12.mo.us or jbrown@mvr3.k12.mo.us

🌟 Student of the Week 🌟
Congratulations to our Student of the Week, Seth Ruch! 🎉 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, Seth Ruch! 🎉 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 at Riverbend this week!

🌟 Staff Spotlight: ELA 🌟
Today we’re excited to shine the spotlight on one of our amazing ELA teachers, Ms. Porter! 📚✏️
Ms. Porter brings stories to life, encourages thoughtful discussions, and inspires students to find their voice through reading and writing. Whether it’s diving into a novel, crafting the perfect paragraph, or building confidence in communication skills, their passion for language and learning is evident every day.
Thank you for your dedication, creativity, and commitment to helping our students grow as readers, writers, and thinkers. We are so grateful to have you as part of our school family! 💜
Today we’re excited to shine the spotlight on one of our amazing ELA teachers, Ms. Porter! 📚✏️
Ms. Porter brings stories to life, encourages thoughtful discussions, and inspires students to find their voice through reading and writing. Whether it’s diving into a novel, crafting the perfect paragraph, or building confidence in communication skills, their passion for language and learning is evident every day.
Thank you for your dedication, creativity, and commitment to helping our students grow as readers, writers, and thinkers. We are so grateful to have you as part of our school family! 💜

🌟 Student of the Week 🌟
Congratulations to our Student of the Week, Paxton Libby! 🎉 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, Paxton Libby! 🎉 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! 👏💜

7th and 8th grade boys basketball face some tough competition tonight in St. James. 8th grade gets a big win, finishes the night with a 44-34 victory.


Here's what's coming up at Riverbend this week!

7th & 8th Grade Volleyball Tryouts are right around the corner. Interested students were given packets of information to take home on Friday. The attached graphic has a quick recap of the information. If you have any questions please feel to reach out to 7th grade coach Chris Carrico at ccarrico@mvr3.k12.mo.us or 8th grade coach Janel Brown at jbrown@mvr3.k12.mo.us

Congratulations to Bergen Church, Dax Short, Tyler Whitlock, and Mason Whitlock for being selected to the Conference Band. These students auditioned alongside high schoolers from the 8 surrounding schools in the Conference. They were selected to play alongside high schoolers in an upcoming concert tour. We are extremely proud of all of our talented Riverbend students!

📢 Hello Riverbend Middle School Families! 🎉
Our latest newsletter is now live and ready for you to read! 📰 Click the link below to catch up on all the important news, upcoming events, and exciting things happening at RMS:
👉 https://app.smore.com/n/mb49p
Take a few minutes to stay connected and informed — it’s all in there!
Our latest newsletter is now live and ready for you to read! 📰 Click the link below to catch up on all the important news, upcoming events, and exciting things happening at RMS:
👉 https://app.smore.com/n/mb49p
Take a few minutes to stay connected and informed — it’s all in there!

🌟 Staff Spotlight: History Teacher🌟
Today we’re proud to spotlight one of our incredible History teachers, Mr. Mulligan! 🗺️📜
Mr. Mulligan has a true gift for bringing the past to life—helping students make meaningful connections between historical events and the world around them today. Through engaging lessons, thoughtful discussions, and a passion for learning, they inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of history.
Thank you for your dedication to our students and for helping shape informed, thoughtful citizens. We are so thankful to have you on our team! 💜
Today we’re proud to spotlight one of our incredible History teachers, Mr. Mulligan! 🗺️📜
Mr. Mulligan has a true gift for bringing the past to life—helping students make meaningful connections between historical events and the world around them today. Through engaging lessons, thoughtful discussions, and a passion for learning, they inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of history.
Thank you for your dedication to our students and for helping shape informed, thoughtful citizens. We are so thankful to have you on our team! 💜

8th grade with the lead over Owensville in the 1st half.

7th grade boys start the night with a 27-7 win over Owensville. #compete

🌟 Student of the Week 🌟
Congratulations to our Student of the Week, Macy Crecellius! 🎉 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, Macy Crecellius! 🎉 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! 👏💜

We are so excited to welcome back our Riverbend students! 🎉 We’re excited to kick off another great day of learning, laughter, and growth.
Friendly reminder: please make sure your Chromebooks are fully charged and ready to go so you can start the day strong. 💻🔌
See you all in the morning!

🔢✨ Staff Spotlight: Math Teacher✨🔢
Today we’re excited to shine the spotlight on one of our incredible Math teachers, Mrs. Meyer!
Mrs. Meyer helps students build confidence in problem-solving, think critically, and see that math is more than just numbers—it’s a skill they’ll use every day. With patience, encouragement, and engaging lessons, they support students as they tackle challenges and celebrate their successes.
Thank you for your dedication to helping our students grow as logical thinkers and lifelong learners. We are so thankful to have you as part of our school family! 💜
Today we’re excited to shine the spotlight on one of our incredible Math teachers, Mrs. Meyer!
Mrs. Meyer helps students build confidence in problem-solving, think critically, and see that math is more than just numbers—it’s a skill they’ll use every day. With patience, encouragement, and engaging lessons, they support students as they tackle challenges and celebrate their successes.
Thank you for your dedication to helping our students grow as logical thinkers and lifelong learners. We are so thankful to have you as part of our school family! 💜

🔬✨ Teacher Spotlight: Science Teacher! ✨🔬
Today we’re shining a light on one of our incredible science teachers, Mr. Schwierjohn, who brings curiosity, excitement, and hands-on learning into the classroom every day.
Whether students are conducting experiments, exploring real-world problems, or asking big questions about how the world works, she guides them with enthusiasm and a passion for discovery. Her classroom is a place where wonder grows, mistakes become learning moments, and every student feels empowered to think like a scientist.
Thank you for sparking curiosity and inspiring the next generation of thinkers and problem-solvers. Riverbend Middle School is lucky to have you!
Today we’re shining a light on one of our incredible science teachers, Mr. Schwierjohn, who brings curiosity, excitement, and hands-on learning into the classroom every day.
Whether students are conducting experiments, exploring real-world problems, or asking big questions about how the world works, she guides them with enthusiasm and a passion for discovery. Her classroom is a place where wonder grows, mistakes become learning moments, and every student feels empowered to think like a scientist.
Thank you for sparking curiosity and inspiring the next generation of thinkers and problem-solvers. Riverbend Middle School is lucky to have you!

Happy Holidays from Riverbend Middle School! 🎄❄️
During this holiday season, we want to thank our amazing students and families for making Riverbend such a special place. Your kindness, hard work, and support throughout the year truly make a difference in our school community.
We hope this break brings you time to rest, reflect, and enjoy meaningful moments with loved ones. Stay safe, enjoy the season, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back refreshed and ready for the new year!
Warm holiday wishes,
Riverbend Middle School 💜
During this holiday season, we want to thank our amazing students and families for making Riverbend such a special place. Your kindness, hard work, and support throughout the year truly make a difference in our school community.
We hope this break brings you time to rest, reflect, and enjoy meaningful moments with loved ones. Stay safe, enjoy the season, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back refreshed and ready for the new year!
Warm holiday wishes,
Riverbend Middle School 💜

🌟 Student of the Week 🌟
Congratulations to our Student of the Week, Elisa Presson! 🎉 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, Elisa Presson! 🎉 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! 👏💜

📚✨ Teacher Spotlight: 7th Grade ELA Teacher! ✨📚
Today we’re recognizing one of our amazing ELA teachers, Mrs. Myers, who inspires students to think deeply, read widely, and express themselves with confidence.
Her classroom is a place where stories come alive, discussions run deep, and students feel encouraged to stretch their thinking. Whether she’s guiding them through a good book, helping them strengthen their writing, or cheering them on as they find their voice, she leads with passion, patience, and heart.
Thank you for nurturing a love of reading and writing in our students. Riverbend Middle School is a better place because of you! ✏️📖
Today we’re recognizing one of our amazing ELA teachers, Mrs. Myers, who inspires students to think deeply, read widely, and express themselves with confidence.
Her classroom is a place where stories come alive, discussions run deep, and students feel encouraged to stretch their thinking. Whether she’s guiding them through a good book, helping them strengthen their writing, or cheering them on as they find their voice, she leads with passion, patience, and heart.
Thank you for nurturing a love of reading and writing in our students. Riverbend Middle School is a better place because of you! ✏️📖

