River Ridge CUSD 210

Two of our 5th grade percussionist earned their white belts today! This is their 3rd lesson!!!! Holy cow this class is rocking and rolling! I can't wait to see what else they can do! They're rocking the mallets!

The PSAA class worked on making working model hearts today on class. Next up, dissecting the real thing!

The sophomore class is selling Dave's Coffee Cakes. If nobody reaches out to you let me know (cstewart@riverridge210.org)and I'll send them your way. Orders are due October 5th with delivery October 16. Online orders can be made at www.Dave's coffee cakes.com click the fundraiser login. Our code (case sensitive) RIVER23, be sure to add the student's name when prompted. Ship to your home for quicker delivery or to the school for the October 16 delivery.

Look out all! We have two White Belt Musicians!!!!! Congratulations to these two Wildcat Musicians on earning their white belt!!!! Keep up the momentum!!!

Attention 8th-Grade Families! The 8th-grade class will be selling BBQ sandwiches and chips at the craft fair to help fundraise for their 8th-Grade trip in the Spring. Please consider helping out! Sign up link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E44A8AC29ABFCC43-craft1#/

JOB OPENING: Position: Paraprofessional Position Requirements: Paraprofessional Educator Endorsement or Short Term Approval for Paraprofessional High School Diploma/GED is required. College coursework is optional. This position supports students and teachers in a variety of ways throughout the school day. Hours: 7:30-3:00 Pay starts at $16.40/hour Benefits include: 8 paid holidays and life insurance To apply: Send resume with credentials to Laura Kuzniar River Ridge CUSD #210 4141 Route 84 South, Hanover, IL 61041 Or lkuzniar@riverridge210.org

Congratulations Cross Country Team on another fantastic performance!

Introducing the King and Queen of Mallardfest! Congratulations to Jaiden and Bear! You can catch them at the parade, representing River Ridge in all their royal glory!

Leo the Duck came to elementary today to get students and staff excited about Mallardfest, happening in Hanover tomorrow, 9/16. We loved seeing Leo on our way out to recess and can't wait for Mallardfest!!

1st hour students got moving with big ball volleyball in PE class today!

Our 5th grade trombone class set up their trombones the other day and made their first sounds! These musicians are working hard and I can't wait to see how far we progress!!!

The FFA Chapter had their first event last night, the Section One "Meet and Greet" hosted at Pearl City HS. There were 150 FFA members from the area who competed in a bags tournament, played kickball and basketball. The team of Avery Engle and Cora Ritchie were the runners-up in the Championship bags game Section officer Ty Spahn was voted on to be the one to get "dunked" by the chapter who won the food drive (West Carroll). It was a great night to mingle and meet new people!

The kids had an early dismissal today, but your elementary teachers stayed and worked with Sarah Meador from the ROE on unpacking English/Language Arts standards. Teachers identified learning progressions and success criteria for learning standards which helps make their instruction meet the needs of all our learners. Thank you teachers for being so dedicated to upping your game!

20 days down!!

The Ag Mechanics class is working on making rustic wooden flags! They will be making the full size 40 inch version as well as a smaller one this year. Both sizes will be available at the Craft Fair in a few weeks.

The High School Band is gearing up for Fall Fest!

And on Fridays we polka! #ThePaperCowboy#relatingtocharacters#7thgradersrock!

The AFS/International Club held a picnic on Sunday to welcome foreign exchange student Edoardo from Italy.

The horticulture class completed their first floral design today!

5th grade percussionist starting out strong on mallet instruments! We are so excited! Our white belt test is coming up soon!