River Ridge CUSD 210

We are almost ready for our 1st round of Winter Science Camp! The Kindergarten and First Graders will be joining us today from 3:00 - 5:00 pm. Be sure to look for the doors with the yellow signs for pick up today. A HUGE Thank you to everyone coming and helping organize this event.

Introduction to Agriculture students played "Fact Tag" today on class to learn more about the pork industry.

Chestnut Mountain Resort is excited to welcome River Ridge Students and Families! Come out for a day of Winter Fun on the Slopes! Lift, Rental, Group Beginner Lesson & Helmet for only $30 Monday, February 19, 2024 starting at 12pm To access your exclusive discounted tickets, click the link below, log into the site with the username and password (case sensitive) provided and select your tickets. Tickets must be purchased online. Discounted tickets and rentals not available at the ticket window. Hours are subject to change. Please check website for updates of hours and conditions. Special Ticket Link: https://chestnutmtn.secure-cdn.na2.accessoticketing.com/embed/store.php?merchant_id=100116&emerchant_id=100101 Username: RR Password: Wildcats

The SMRR softball apparel store is open! 🥎 https://scalesmoundriverridge24.itemorder.com/

Science Club Trip Forms are Due Wednesday, February 14th. Seats are filling up. Be sure to see Mrs. Klippert ASAP if you plan to attend.

You have just 2 months left to order the 23/24 yearbook. Orders are due by April 1. Cost is $40.

Valentine Orders are due Friday, February 9th. No late orders will be taken.

6th grade literature students in a project simulation to determine the cause of Yellow Fever. Note the vials of Bacillus icteroides (Nerds)! Congratulations to Dr. Nicolin, Dr. Engle, and Dr. Rogers for being the first team to complete the project!

Congratulations to the HS FFA Poultry team on their first place finish at the section contest! Lucas Holland placed first overall. Avery Engle, Izzy Haring, Nick Cobine and Ian Wachter also placed in the top 10. The Jr. High team placed 2nd. Wyatt Ritchie was the team high scorer and Wes Haas also placed in the top 10!

PE students wrapped up the basketball unit with 3v3, Around the World, or HORSE tournaments. 🏀

Calling all smarties! Register your trivia teams soon!

Tomorrow is finally February, which means it's time for another Counselor's Corner newsletter from the MS/HS counselor! This month's edition includes important dates, scheduling information, a highlight on healthy relationships, and more. https://sites.google.com/riverridge210.org/counselorscorner/home

River Ridge schedule updates for Monday January 29, 2024 HS Boys Basketball at West Carroll (Mt Carroll) HS Girls Basketball at East Dubuque (@LeWin CANCELLED) MS Girls Basketball at East Dubuque - 4:00 8th grade followed by 6th/7th

ITS CONCERT TIME!!!! SOOOOO PROUD of this kid and all she’s accomplished! River Ridge band programs FIRST two peat appearance in Peoria in the All State Band in over a decade! Way to go Katie!!!

We've made it to concert day! The final rehearsal of the day is underway and the concert starts at 1! Congratulations Katie on a job well done representing River Ridge at the Illinois Music Education Conference, the premier music conference in the State of Illinois!

Rockford Jefferson was a successful speech meet on Saturday!! Allie placed 6th in Varsity Radio, Natalie placed 3rd in Next-in Varsity Impromptu, Piper and Sydnie placed 5th in Next-in Varsity HDA, and Sydnie placed 5th in Novice Poetry. Was a little tired after driving in the fog - but was worth it! Well done to entire River Ridge Speech team!!

First day using the sewing machines for 7th grade FACE students!

The 7th grade STEM class is doing a great job learning how to use the jigsaw, miter saw and the drill press this week!

Get your strawberries now! The FFA strawberry sale is ending next week. See any FFA member to order your direct from Florida berries by Feb. 1st. Thank you for supporting the River Ridge FFA Chapter!

Congratulations to our 4th and 5th grade students who will be participating this weekend in the Elementary All State Choir! Good luck to you guys on Saturday and make us River Ridge proud!