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!
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#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!
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#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
🧩 Red Ribbon Week Fun! 🧩
This year's theme is “Life is a Puzzle—Stay Drug Free!” Today, students teamed up to see who could Hula Hoop for the longest time. 🤝💪
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 Hula Hoop for the longest time. 🤝💪
It was a great reminder that we can solve any puzzle life throws our way! ❤️ #RedRibbonWeek #LifeIsAPuzzle #StayDrugFree #RiverbendMiddle
🌟 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! 👏💜
🧩 Red Ribbon Week Fun! 🧩
This year's theme is “Life is a Puzzle—Stay Drug Free!” Today our students took on the cup stacking challenge, building a pyramid using 10 cups and then collapsing them into a single stack.! 🙌
It was an awesome mix of teamwork, laughter, and problem-solving—all while celebrating the importance of making positive choices. ❤️ #RedRibbonWeek #LifeIsAPuzzle #StayDrugFree #RiverbendMiddle
Here’s what’s coming up at Riverbend this week!
🌟 Staff Spotlight 🌟
Today we want to recognize our amazing Lead Custodian, Ms. Ashley Lorenz! 🧹✨
Ms. Ashley plays a vital role in keeping Riverbend running smoothly. From making sure our building is clean and safe to stepping in whenever a helping hand is needed, she goes above and beyond for our students and staff every single day.
We are so grateful for the hard work, dedication, and care Ms. Ashely puts into our school. Riverbend wouldn’t be the same without her! 💜
Let’s give a big shout-out in the comments to our Lead Custodian for all they do! 👏
Today we want to recognize our amazing Lead Custodian, Ms. Ashley Lorenz! 🧹✨
Ms. Ashley plays a vital role in keeping Riverbend running smoothly. From making sure our building is clean and safe to stepping in whenever a helping hand is needed, she goes above and beyond for our students and staff every single day.
We are so grateful for the hard work, dedication, and care Ms. Ashely puts into our school. Riverbend wouldn’t be the same without her! 💜
Let’s give a big shout-out in the comments to our Lead Custodian for all they do! 👏
Girls basketball goes 2-0 on the night against Steelville.
7th Grade: 25-14
8th Grade: 28-14
Great job! # finish
💥Earlier this week Ambassadors from Riverbend Middle School attended the CRUSH Teen Drug Summit - it was the biggest one yet! 🙌 399 students from 19 schools joined together for a day dedicated to learning, growth, and empowerment.
Students heard an inspiring message from Tony Hoffman, joined breakout sessions with counselors, first responders, and individuals who shared their powerful stories of recovery and resilience.
They wrapped up the day with an epic dance party hosted by DJ and hip-hop artist Philip Kloeppinger! 🎶💃🩵
A big thank you to everyone who helped make this event possible and to all the students who showed up ready to learn and make a difference! 💙
Students heard an inspiring message from Tony Hoffman, joined breakout sessions with counselors, first responders, and individuals who shared their powerful stories of recovery and resilience.
They wrapped up the day with an epic dance party hosted by DJ and hip-hop artist Philip Kloeppinger! 🎶💃🩵
A big thank you to everyone who helped make this event possible and to all the students who showed up ready to learn and make a difference! 💙
