Falcon Flyer
November 2, 2015
Riverview Elementary
Website: http://re.usd232.org/pages/re
Location: 21550 West 47th Street, Shawnee, KS, United States
Phone: 913-441-0808
Twitter: @riverviewfalcon
Greetings from the Principal
Dear Riverview families,
Please see below for a message from USD 232 Administration:
After much discussion, USD 232 has decided to cancel school for Tuesday, November 3.
There is growing concern about the district’s ability to provide adequate staffing. Our provider of substitute services indicated there are simply not enough substitute teachers available to provide adequate coverage and supervision of students. This was further complicated by the number of employees requesting leave who are entitled to do so under current policies. Many of these expected absences are due to the high interest in attending celebratory festivities in honor of the Kansas City Royals winning the 2015 World Series.
In addition, the high number of expected student absences on Tuesday would make it difficult for our schools to provide continuity with the instructional program. We are announcing our decision as early as possible to allow parents/guardians time to make alternative plans, if necessary.
Extracurricular games/activities will proceed as scheduled, unless otherwise notified.
Before and after school care programs (Johnson County Parks & Recreation Department) will proceed as scheduled and consolidate services to Mize, Clear Creek and Riverview.
Make it a winning week!
Beth Mildren
Veterans Day Assembly November 11, 2015
Our annual Veterans Day Assembly will begin at 9:15 AM on Nov. 11th. If you are bringing a Veteran who may need assistance, please feel free to use the school’s front parking and/or drop off at the outside gym door. Our morning student car loop is usually finished by 8:50, so you are welcome to pull through the drop off lane at that time. We will also have a back door open for entrance through the East hallway. Each entrance will have Greeters with visitor stickers and programs. We look forward to seeing you on Veterans Day!
Staff Spotlight...
“Hi! My name is Amy Reid, and this is my second year at RE as an English Language Learner teacher aide. I have been at Riverview since April 2014. Before this, I worked for Helpers, Inc. with a teen student with a brain injury. I love my RE family, and enjoy getting to know individual students or working in small groups.
I graduated from the University of Kentucky with honors and high distinction and a degree in English Literature. I have also completed post baccalaureate work at JCCC and KU, and am applying to the Masters program in Occupational Therapy at KU.
In my free time, I love to cook and bake, watch movies, and play cards or other games with friends. I can often be found at Shawnee Mission Park with my dog Bella on the weekends!”
PTA Membership Contest!
Attention Riverview Students:
PTA is hosting a membership drive during the month of November. Encourage your parents to become PTA members if they haven't already done so by filling out the form located on the PTA website and sending in $10.
The winning class from EACH grade level with the largest number of PTA members will win an extra spectacular reward! Class totals and grade level winners will be determined on percentage of membership.
PTA has sponsored the very successful Cookie Dough fundraiser, brought back the amazing Harvest Fest, and awarded thousands of dollars to teachers through the PTA grant program. PTA is working hard for everyone this year and would love to increase our membership as well.
Please return the membership form and cash or check by Monday, November 30th. Let's continue to make Riverview a wonderful place to learn and grow!
And The Winner Is...
2nd Place Goes to Mrs. Kellogg
3rd Place...Mrs. Hembrey's First Grade Class
Great job Riverview Staff!
Upcoming Dates...
November
- Wednesday, 4th - All Pro Dads 7:30 AM
- Wednesday, 11th - Veterans Day Assembly 9:15 AM
- Wednesday, 25th - NO SCHOOL
- Thursday, 26th - NO SCHOOL
- Friday, 27th - NO SCHOOL
EXPLORATORY SCHEDULE
Tuesday, November 3- NO SCHOOL
Wednesday, November 4- E Day
Thursday, November 5- A Day
Friday, November 6- B Day
Monday, November 9 - C Day
Electronic Flyers
Don’t forget to check out the USD 232 Electronic Flyers webpage for information on events and programs offered by outside agencies. http://www.usd232.org/pages/DeSotoUSD232/DistrictInfo/forms_documents/Electronic_Flyers
Riverview Elementary PTA
https://www.facebook.com/Riverview-Elementary-PTA-129793298871/timeline/
*WEDNESDAY is cookie dough pick up day!!! From 3-6pm on Wednesday, November 4th, you can pick up your cookie dough orders in the East Activity Area. Thank you to everyone who participated in our Fall Fundraiser1
*ALSO WEDNESDAY!!
Inviting all dads and kids for a quick, before-school breakfast (DOUGHNUTS!!) on Wednesday, November 4 at 7:30 a.m. in the West Activity Area for a brief program on fatherhood and family topics. You’ll take away great tips and resources to help you be the best Dad you can be, and you’ll strengthen your relationship with your kids at the same time. It’s fun and FREE! RSVP at
http://apdd.allprodad.com/3046
*Riverview Reading Program
Remember to submit your child's reading minutes for October. You can find the link based on your child’s grade to enter your child’s information on the PTA website.
https://sites.google.com/site/refalconspta/reading-program-1/2015-2016-reading-program Minutes are due WEDNESDAY! Reading day is November 10th.
*Do you love watching your child on stage during RE Music Programs? Do you wish you could get better pictures and video? Well, during the 2015-2016 Music Programs, parents will be able to purchase tickets for a chance to win 4 reserved front row seats and a reserved parking space for the 2016-2017 programs!
**Tickets will be on sale before the 4th Grade Veteran’s Program on November 10th!**
Tickets will be sold for $1 per ticket. Winners will be announced at the end of the program.
Upcoming Events
11/4 Last day for submission of October Reading Minutes
11/4 All Pro Dad Breakfast
11/4 Fundraiser Delivery
11/10 Reading Day
11/10 4th Grade Music Program