🌟 Staff Spotlight: Our Cafeteria Manager! 🌟
Today we’re celebrating someone who keeps Riverbend running with a smile — our amazing Cafeteria Manager, Mrs. Gail Simpson!
From early mornings spent preparing fresh meals to greeting students with kindness every single day, she makes our cafeteria a welcoming place for everyone. Her hard work, organization, and big heart help ensure every student is fed, cared for, and ready to learn.
Thank you for your dedication, your positivity, and the joy you bring to our school community. We are so grateful for all you do! 💙🍎
Help us show her some love in the comments! 👏👏
Today we’re celebrating someone who keeps Riverbend running with a smile — our amazing Cafeteria Manager, Mrs. Gail Simpson!
From early mornings spent preparing fresh meals to greeting students with kindness every single day, she makes our cafeteria a welcoming place for everyone. Her hard work, organization, and big heart help ensure every student is fed, cared for, and ready to learn.
Thank you for your dedication, your positivity, and the joy you bring to our school community. We are so grateful for all you do! 💙🍎
Help us show her some love in the comments! 👏👏
🌟 Rising Star Spotlight: Alice! 🌟
We are proud to recognize Alice as this week’s Rising Star! Alice is a wonderful role model for her peers because she leads by example in everything she does. She is responsible, dependable, and consistently shows that she will always do the right thing — no matter the situation.
Her positive attitude and strong character make Riverbend a better place each day. 💙
Join us in congratulating Alice on this well-deserved recognition! 👏✨
🌟 Student of the Week 🌟
Congratulations to our Student of the Week, Matthew Shephard! 🎉 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 pleased to announce that the November 2025 edition of the Tomahawk Tribune, the official district newsletter of Meramec Valley R-III School District, is now available for review! Visit bit.ly/mvr3news to view. #CelebrateSuccess
Please join us for the Annual Riverbend Craft Fair on December 6th from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm. There will be a wide variety of crafters and vendors to shop from. We will also have concessions available for purchase. All proceeds go to support Riverbend Middle School Students.
🌟 Student of the Week 🌟
Congratulations to our Student of the Week, Ryder Sheets! 🎉 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! 👏💜
Today, we pause to recognize and thank the brave men and women who have served—and continue to serve—our country. Their courage, sacrifice, and dedication protect the freedoms we cherish every day.
At Riverbend Middle School, we are proud to honor our veterans, including those within our own school community. Thank you for your service and for the example you set for our students. ❤️🤍💙
At Riverbend Middle School, we are proud to honor our veterans, including those within our own school community. Thank you for your service and for the example you set for our students. ❤️🤍💙
During the first trimester, Riverbend Middle School focused on Respect — not just what it means, but what it looks like in our school community. Respect can be shown in many ways: through kindness, consideration for others, and valuing someone’s character, effort, and abilities. Each staff member nominated one student who consistently demonstrated these qualities. Last Thursday, we recognized all of our recipients .
👏 Congratulations to all of our Respect Award winners! Your positive actions and attitudes make Riverbend a better place every day. 🌟
👏 Congratulations to all of our Respect Award winners! Your positive actions and attitudes make Riverbend a better place every day. 🌟
Here's what's coming up at Riverbend this week!
📚 Teacher Spotlight! 🏫
This week, we’re highlighting one of our amazing History teachers here at Riverbend Middle School — Mrs. Varley.
She brings history to life in the classroom, helping students connect the past to the world around them today. Whether it’s through engaging discussions, creative projects, or interactive lessons, Mrs. Varley makes learning about history exciting and meaningful for every student.
Thank you, Mrs. Varley, for inspiring curiosity, critical thinking, and a love of learning every single day! 👏✨
This week, we’re highlighting one of our amazing History teachers here at Riverbend Middle School — Mrs. Varley.
She brings history to life in the classroom, helping students connect the past to the world around them today. Whether it’s through engaging discussions, creative projects, or interactive lessons, Mrs. Varley makes learning about history exciting and meaningful for every student.
Thank you, Mrs. Varley, for inspiring curiosity, critical thinking, and a love of learning every single day! 👏✨
🌟 Student of the Week 🌟
Congratulations to our Student of the Week, Toby Hedrick! 🎉 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, Toby Hedrick! 🎉 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! 👏💜
On October 31, Mrs. Vogt‘s Exploring World Languages and Cultures class learned about Dia de los muertos in class and then had their own celebration for their loved ones.
Here’s what’s coming up at Riverbend this week!
📰 November Parent Newsletter 🦃
Our November Parent Newsletter is here! Stay up to date on all the latest Riverbend news, upcoming events, and important reminders as we head into the holiday season. 🍂
Check your email or click the link below to read this month’s edition!
👉 https://secure.smore.com/n/8wzty
#RiverbendMiddleSchool #ParentNewsletter #StayConnected
Our November Parent Newsletter is here! Stay up to date on all the latest Riverbend news, upcoming events, and important reminders as we head into the holiday season. 🍂
Check your email or click the link below to read this month’s edition!
👉 https://secure.smore.com/n/8wzty
#RiverbendMiddleSchool #ParentNewsletter #StayConnected
💜 Staff Spotlight 💜
Today we’re highlighting our 7th Grade Counselor, Mrs. Vitale! 🌟
Mrs. Vitale is always there to support our students—whether it’s helping them set goals, lending a listening ear, or cheering them on through challenges and successes. She plays an important role in guiding our students and helping them grow not just academically, but personally as well. ✨
We are so thankful for the care, encouragement, and leadership Mrs. Vitale brings to Riverbend every single day. 💜
Drop a comment below to show your appreciation for our 7th Grade Counselor! 👏
Today we’re highlighting our 7th Grade Counselor, Mrs. Vitale! 🌟
Mrs. Vitale is always there to support our students—whether it’s helping them set goals, lending a listening ear, or cheering them on through challenges and successes. She plays an important role in guiding our students and helping them grow not just academically, but personally as well. ✨
We are so thankful for the care, encouragement, and leadership Mrs. Vitale brings to Riverbend every single day. 💜
Drop a comment below to show your appreciation for our 7th Grade Counselor! 👏
🍎 Riverbend Middle School Food Drive! 🥫
We’re coming together to support families right here in our community! Bring in nonperishable food items to help make a difference.
The Tribe class that collects the most items will get to choose their prize — an ice cream party, a snack basket, or a donut party! 🍦🍩🍿
Please remember to check expiration dates — we can’t accept expired food. Let’s show our Riverbend spirit and make this food drive a huge success!
We’re coming together to support families right here in our community! Bring in nonperishable food items to help make a difference.
The Tribe class that collects the most items will get to choose their prize — an ice cream party, a snack basket, or a donut party! 🍦🍩🍿
Please remember to check expiration dates — we can’t accept expired food. Let’s show our Riverbend spirit and make this food drive a huge success!
🎶 Congratulations to our All-District Middle School Band members! 🎶
We’re so proud of our talented Riverbend musicians who earned a spot in this year’s All-District Band! Their dedication, hard work, and passion for music truly shine. 🌟
👏 Join us in congratulating these outstanding students for representing Riverbend with excellence — both on and off the stage! 🎺🥁🎷
#RiverbendPride #AllDistrictBand #MusicMatters
We’re so proud of our talented Riverbend musicians who earned a spot in this year’s All-District Band! Their dedication, hard work, and passion for music truly shine. 🌟
👏 Join us in congratulating these outstanding students for representing Riverbend with excellence — both on and off the stage! 🎺🥁🎷
#RiverbendPride #AllDistrictBand #MusicMatters
🧩 Red Ribbon Week Fun! 🧩
This year's theme is “Life is a Puzzle—Stay Drug Free!” Today, students teamed up to see who could flip and land a water bottle. Such an entertaining way to start our day!
It was a great reminder that we can solve any puzzle life throws our way! ❤️ #RedRibbonWeek #LifeIsAPuzzle #StayDrugFree #RiverbendMiddle
This year's theme is “Life is a Puzzle—Stay Drug Free!” Today, students teamed up to see who could flip and land a water bottle. Such an entertaining way to start our day!
It was a great reminder that we can solve any puzzle life throws our way! ❤️ #RedRibbonWeek #LifeIsAPuzzle #StayDrugFree #RiverbendMiddle
Packed house at Riverbend tonight! Our cheerleaders and girls basketball teams finished the fall season on a high level. Both 7th and 8th grade teams finished with a win over Union. #compete
🧩 Red Ribbon Week Fun! 🧩
This year's theme is “Life is a Puzzle—Stay Drug Free!” Today, students teamed up to see who could toss and catch the most marshmallows. Such an entertaining way to start our day!
It was a great reminder that we can solve any puzzle life throws our way! ❤️ #RedRibbonWeek #LifeIsAPuzzle #StayDrugFree #RiverbendMiddle
This year's theme is “Life is a Puzzle—Stay Drug Free!” Today, students teamed up to see who could toss and catch the most marshmallows. Such an entertaining way to start our day!
It was a great reminder that we can solve any puzzle life throws our way! ❤️ #RedRibbonWeek #LifeIsAPuzzle #StayDrugFree #RiverbendMiddle
