We have started our toy drive for Austin! In the first two days we had over 30 toys! Please continue to send your NEW, UNUSED toys to school through the end of the month.
The Nack family also shared this from the Children's hospital.
Bedside craft kits, coloring books, crayons, markers, slime-making kits, and legos are always very popular. Also, we run out of baby toys and teethers/rattles, especially during the respiratory season when our patient population includes so many babies and toddlers. Books for all ages are ALWAYS needed.
A great place to get almost all of those items is at Poopsie's of Galena! Don’t forget if you tell them it is for Austin’s toy drive you will receive 20% off!
Cafeteria Director.
River Ridge is looking for a Cafeteria Director for the 2025-26 school year. Details below...
RRSM Ladycats head to West Carroll tonight! JV tips off at 6pm.
The boys' basketball team will play West Carroll at home tonight. JV tips off at 6pm.
The boys' basketball team takes on West Carroll tonight at home.
RRSM girls' basketball will be at West Carroll.
Forgo cooking and enjoy tacos hosted by the seniors. Following the meal, the boys' basketball team takes on Scales Mound. It's also senior night! Come out and support our Wildcats! 🌮🏀
Job Vacancy for 2025-2026 School Year:
K-2 Special Education Teacher
River Ridge Elementary School is seeking a skilled and dedicated K-2 Special Education Teacher to join our team. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment where all students, including those with learning disabilities, autism, developmental delays, and behavioral challenges, can thrive. As a special education teacher, you will play a pivotal role in creating individualized educational experiences and fostering success for each student.
Key Responsibilities:
Instructional Support; Individualized Education Plans (IEPs); Behavioral and Social Support; Collaborative Approach; Differentiated Instruction; Progress Monitoring;
Parent and Community Involvement
Qualifications:
-Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Special Education endorsement.
-Experience working with students in K-2 grade levels, particularly those with autism, learning disabilities, developmental delays, and behavioral challenges.
-Strong knowledge of IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) and IEP development and implementation.
-Ability to implement evidence-based instructional practices tailored to individual student needs.
Salary and Benefits:
-Competitive salary based on experience and education.
-Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
-Professional development opportunities.
To Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references via our online application system or email to Laura Kuzniar, lkuzniar@riverridge210.org. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
It's game day for middle school girls' basketball!
TONIGHT - 5 PM
Support our HS artists TONIGHT at Galena Center for the Arts at the opening reception of "Say Anything!"
🎨 The reception will be held from 5-6pm at Galena Center for the Arts. There will be yummy treats and refreshments!
🎨 ALL middle school and high school art students may earn extra credit for attending the reception. Please see Miss Lieb for more information.
🎨 Galena Center for the Arts is located at 971 Gear Street in Galena.
(artwork by Sydnie Bertucci, sophomore)
It's game day!
Foods and Nutrition Student graded the interior qualities of egg and tried different methods of cooking Scrambled and fried eggs.
River Ridge is proud to announce that we have THREE Illinois State Scholars this year! These seniors are given this prestigious label by meeting GPA requirements and earning high scores on their standardized tests, and only around 10% of high school seniors are named State Scholars. Congratulations and well done to Aizlynn Griffiths, Katie Cobine, and Nate Haas!
Textiles and Fashion Design Class got a hand on experience with wool this past week. They have been learning about wool production and yarns. Each student washed their wool, combed the fibers and then spun it into yarn.
Softball practice starts one month from today! Get your gear ordered. Store closes 2/23. 🥎
https://smrrhssb25.itemorder.com/shop/home/
It's game day!
We have had a blast at the State Music Convention! Aizlynn got to attend sessions on what it looks like to enter the world of music education, and Katie and Nick got to play in the All-State Band under Kimberly Fleming from the University of Illinois! Lots of friendships were made and River Ridge and ILMEA District 8 were represented spectacularly!
River Ridge Speech Team traveled to Jefferson High School in Rockford on Saturday, February 1st for Speech meet. Harmony Packard tied for 2nd in Novice Dramatic Interpretation and Genevieve Kidwell tied for 1st in Novice Humorous Interpretation. Next Saturday will be Regionals in Sterling.
Starting in the month of February, River Ridge is collecting new, unwrapped toys for the children getting treatment at American Family Children's Hospital. Our goal is to collect 300 toys and we are challenging other area schools to do the same! There will be drop off locations in elementary, middle school and high school and toys will be accepted through 2/28. Join us in Austin's Toy Drive!
Spring Training is just a month away for our boys. Get your baseball appareal for upcoming season here.
https://stores.inksoft.com/WS114498/shop/home
It's game day! Let's pack the gym tonight!
Come on out and support our AMAZING high school artists!
🎨 The "Say Anything" exhibit opening reception is Tuesday, February 4th, from 5-6 pm.
🎨 4 students have artwork on display all February-long.
🎨 ALL middle school and high school art students may earn extra credit for attending the reception. Please see Miss Lieb for more information.
