Tuesday Student Spotlight: Allison Jennings
Join us in celebrating Red Ribbon Week by participating in this week's Spirit Week! Let's start off strong by wearing Red tomorrow!
Save the Date: The 5th Annual Riverbend Craft Fair will be held December 7, 2024. Contact Ms. Miles at riverbendcraftfair@gmail.com if interested in registering a booth. All #MVNation family & community members are invited for a day of shopping. More info coming soon on times!
Just a reminder that 7th & 8th grade boys basketball tryouts begin on Monday. Your student must be registered at https://pacifichs-ar.rschooltoday.com to participate. Please email Coach Hillhouse if you have any questions or need more information.
The Community Service class is hosting a Hurricane Relief Drive for the victims of Hurricane Helene. We are partnering with a local charity group named Loads of Love, which will deliver a truckload of supplies to North Carolina at the end of this month. We will collect winter items and toiletries for the victims. The items needed are hats, gloves, socks, blankets, paper towels, cleaning rags, and hot hands.
This drive will be a tribe competition, and the tribe that collects the most items will win a prize. The Community Service students will collect the items in the morning and at lunch. The items collected will be housed in boxes and counted at the end of the day.
Friday Staff Spotlight: All of our kitchen staff - Ms. Gail, Ms. Kathy, Ms. Connie, and Mr. Miles
#MVNation, it's not too early to plan your wardrobe for Red Ribbon Week. Students & staff will celebrate being drug-free starting next Monday! #RedRibbonWeek #GrowingTogether
Riverbend Middle School Ambassadors recently attended the Franklin County Teen Drug Summit. Hearing firsthand from people who have experienced the consequences of poor decisions, such as driving under the influence or struggling with addiction, had a powerful impact. Events like these not only emphasize the importance of making responsible choices but also demonstrate how those choices can have lasting effects on their own futures and on the people around them. It was a valuable experience for the students, helping them to reflect on the significance of their actions today in shaping their future outcomes.
Tuesday Student Spotlight: Morgan Cochran
It's National School Bus Safety Week. Please drive safely around our buses, as they are transporting the most important resource in #MVNation - our students!
All parents, students, staff, & community members are invited to learn more about the initial design for a new 7th & 8th grade Middle School this Tuesday, October 22nd at Riverbend Middle School.
Students completed the Nailed It: Cupcake Edition in FACS. The theme was melted ice cream cone. Winners were picked from each hour. The finale winners were Haylie Behrle and Lexi Taylor. Congrats!
🚍 Bus Safety Awareness 🚍
Let's keep our kids safe as they head to and from school! Whether you’re a driver, a student, or a parent, bus safety is everyone’s responsibility. Here are some key tips:
🛑 For Drivers:
Stop for school buses – Never pass a stopped bus with flashing lights.
Slow down in school zones – Be mindful of children crossing streets.
Stay alert – Avoid distractions and keep an eye out for kids near bus stops.
🎒 For Students:
Stand back – Stay at least 10 feet away from the curb while waiting.
Cross safely – Always wait for the driver’s signal and look both ways before crossing.
Stay seated – Remain seated while the bus is in motion and keep the aisles clear.
👪 For Parents:
Teach safety rules – Make sure your children know how to get on and off the bus safely.
Set a good example – Show kids the importance of paying attention to traffic and following bus rules.
Together, we can ensure that every school day starts and ends safely. 🚌✨
What's happening this week at Riverbend?
Join the conversation - MVR-III is using Rooms to keep parents & guardians updated. Check your email and/or text messages for an invite, download the MVR-III app, & enable notifications! #GrowingTogether
7th and 8th graders are celebrating fall by enjoying some dancing and games this evening!
As we wrap up Digital Citizenship Week, continue to help your child create a positive relationship with technology and social media. How does your family use technology in a positive way? What activities does your family enjoy beyond screen time?
Friday Staff Spotlight: Mrs. Vogt
Identifying risky situations online can be hard for middle schoolers. Help your child by talking about how to stay safe while chatting online. Learn more from Common Sense Media.
https://www.commonsense.org/education/family-tips/6-12-relationships-and-communication
Do you know what your child's digital footprint is? Use these tips to help your child protect themselves online. Learn more from Common Sense Media.
https://www.commonsense.org/education/family-tips/6-12-digital-footprint-and-identity
