Principal's Corner Greetings Riverside Families,
I hope this message finds you all doing well. We are heading into parent conference season. Please be on the lookout for information from your child's teacher regarding scheduling. Conferences are an opportunity for you to discuss your child's progress toward meeting grade-level expectations. Please make every effort to attend and share any information that will help the teacher to better support your child. I hope you will join us for our Pep Rally and Halloween Parade on Friday. It is always wonderful to celebrate our students and their many accomplishments. This time we'll do it with costumes! Please read below for information about the week ahead.
Warm regards, Ms. Richardson |
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| School Communications Please do not opt out of our communications system. This is an extremely important way for us to communicate with you about emergencies, upcoming events, and information that is important for you to know. If you are not signed up for the LAUSD Parent Portal, please do. Families can access attendance records, Schoology, grades, test scores, and more. Beginning this year families will need to digitally sign field trip slips and this can only be done on the Parent Portal or LAUSD App. If you need your child's student ID number and parent pin, please contact Ms. Allen in our school office 818-990-4525 or a.allen@lausd.net. We will also be offering a parent workshop for those who might need additional support on Friday, November 7 at 8:30am. More details will be sent home soon. You can also access a job aide here for written directions. |
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| Dr. Rocky's Heath Corner What to do if your child has lice? Almost all children at some time will get lice. They are attracted to clean hair. The good news is they don't fly and can't live off a human host for more than 48 hours. Lice can only be spread by close contact and sharing personal items such as hair accessories and clothing. Here are some tips if your child does get lice: - There are many over the counter treatments available - Wash pillows, clothing (that has been worn in the last 48 hours), stuffed animals and bedding in hot water. - Vacuum rugs, fabric sofas, and other areas that might have had contact with lice in the last 48 hours. - For the No-Panic Guide to Head Lice click here
Flu Season is Here At school we encourage our students to wash their hands frequently. Medical professionals agree that is the best way to prevent flu and colds. Here are some more tips: - Teach your children to cover their mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing - Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds - Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth - Get enough sleep, eat well and exercise - Click here for more tips from CHLA
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| Dodger Spirit Day Tuesday, October 28 Come dressed in your Dodger gear or Dodger colors
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| Middle School 101 Parent Workshop Tuesday, October 28 at 8:30am in Auditorium Parents are you asking yourself any of the following.... Confused about how to apply to middle school? What's the difference between magnet and SAS programs? What options does my student have? We know this is a confusing process but we are here to help! Please join us and your 5th graders as local middle schools present their programs. Stay after to learn how to apply through echoices and get all your questions answered. This workshop will focus on 5th grade students, but any parent is welcome to attend.
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| Halloween Parade & Pep Rally Friday, October 31 at 8:15AM on Main Yard Please join us for our Pep Rally and Halloween Parade. Parents may enter and exit through the Huston Gate. At this month's Pep Rally we will honor our students who have Rocky UP by "Owning Their Actions." Right after our Pep Rally we will begin our Halloween Parade. Please see the flyer that was sent home. As a reminder there is no place for the students to change or get ready, so all students must come to school in their costumes. They may wear clothes underneath if they wish to take off their costume after the parade. Students need to wear school appropriate shoes the entire day, may not bring weapons (even toy ones) of any kind, and wear masks only during the parade. We are asking that all families stand behind classes so our students can see their peers. If you are volunteering after the parade you must exit the school through the Huston Gate and go to office to collect your badge and sign in. |
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| Monday, Wednesday & Thursday this week 2:45-3:45pm RDC Glee will meet 3 days this week. This week they will be meeting in room 22. All students who attend an after school program must be registered in Team Prime Time. Pick up will be at the Huston Gate. If you need to pick up your student early, please make arrangements with Mr. Lasell at joseph.lasell@lausd.net or Ms. Roosevelt at jenifer.roosevelt@lausd.net |
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| Family Math Night Thursday, November 6 - 5:15-6:30pm Join our NBC teachers and staff for some Gobblin' Good Games and Fun. Students can earn a homework pass. Please note the workshops begin at 5:30 and 6:00 and some workshops may not admit late comers due to space and time. |
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| Parent Portal Workshop Friday, November 7 at 8:30am in the Parent Center Please join Ms. Nevills to learn about how to sign up for the Parent Portal, LAUSD Parent App, and all the ways to access information regarding your child. |
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| November 10 - 17 (No conferences on Tues, Nov 11) Dismissal at 12:49pm on Parent Conference Days Teachers will be sharing sign ups for parent conferences soon. Please schedule a meeting with your student's teacher to discuss their academic progress. This is a wonderful opportunity to discuss your child's strengths and needs. |
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High Dose Tutoring Continues until December 12 Tutoring will be Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. All students enrolled in high dose tutoring MUST be enrolled in Team Prime Time. Students who begin tutoring at 3:00 or 4:00 will go to TPT BEFORE tutoring.You don't need to leave your student after tutoring, but it's there if you are running late. Students will be picked up from TPT at the Huston Gate. Attendance in High Dose Tutoring is extremely important. Please make sure that your student does not miss. If students miss more than 3 times they may be removed from tutoring. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Ms. Meyers at bjm3953@lausd.net
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| The Choices Application Window is Open The Choices application window is open from October 1st through November 14th. You will need to fill out a 26 - 27 application if you are interested in Magnet, Dual-Language, SAS, or Affiliated Charter programs. In order to have an incoming student receive "sibling priority" to enroll at Riverside Drive, you must apply by November 14th. |
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| Enrichment at Riverside Drive Our PTA-funded enrichment and District-funded arts programs are underway. Read below to see what your students are currently learning and what is on the horizon. Visual Arts ~ Rooms 19, 43, 41, 13, and 20 Theatricum Botanicum ~ Rooms 11, 13, 16, 17, 18,22, 21, 20, 39, and 41 Enrich LA Garden ~ Rooms 3, 19, 8, 9, 39, 40, 42, and 43 Got Game PE ~ all classes LAUSD Theater with a focus on language and social skills development ~ Rooms 42, 43, 5, 39, 40, and 17 LAUSD Dance ~ Rooms 2, 1, 3, and 9 |
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Theatre Plays for 2nd-5th Grade Please note time changes for a few classes Please mark your calendars.... Our 2nd through 5th grade students, their teachers and our amazing Theatricum Botanicum teachers Taylor and Elena have been working so hard preparing for their plays. 2nd Grade will be performing "Charlotte's Web" 3rd Grade will be performing "The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe" 4th Grade will be performing "James and the Giant Peach" 5th Grade will be performing "A Midsummer's Night Dream" We can't wait to see these fabulous performances. All plays will be in the auditorium. See the flyer for more details
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Attendance Matters Regular attendance is essential for your child's success! LAUSD expects all students to maintain a 96% or better attendance rate (missing fewer than 7 days in one school year).
Benefits of regular attendance: - Higher academic achievement
- Use more academic language
- Develop healthy habits for the future
- Demonstrate reliability and confidence
- Make and keep connections with others
Please plan your vacations during school vacation's winter break, spring break, and summer vacation .If your child is absent for three days without a valid excuse, they are truant, and you will receive a truancy letter from the district.
Tardiness
School begins at 8:01 am. If your child is not in class by 8:01 a.m., they will be considered tardy. If your child is tardy for 30 minutes or more for three days without a valid excuse, your child will be considered truant. Tardy students will need to be brought by parent/guardian to office to sign in. Attendance Incentive Each month students can earn incentives if they: Come to school on time! Come every day! Stay the entire day!
We are excited to announce for October special Halloween prizes and a Principal's Party with Ms. Richardson as our incentives this month. Please see the flyer for additional information. |
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Louis Armstrong School Tours Louis Armstrong Middle School is offering tours for prospective families. We highly recommend you go if you are interested in any of their programs. See the flyer below.
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After School Programs Team Prime Time Site Director: Coach Maka Assistant Site Director: Coach Madison This year, LAUSD is implementing a One Comprehensive Program model at every school site with a Beyond the Bell program. This change means that students who have traditionally participated in the Youth Services (YS) program will now need to be enrolled in our site's grant-funded program —Team Prime Time. All students must be picked up promptly at dismissal if they are not enrolled in Team Prime Time. If you need afterschool care for your child, please be sure to fill out and submit your Team Prime Time application ASAP.
STAR Nova Classes Please see the following flyer about upcoming STAR classes. You may also reach out to the STAR Director for Riverside Drive, Miss Caroline at carolineh@starinc.org with any questions.
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| School Breakfast and Lunch Menus A recess snack (second chance breakfast) and lunch are available at no cost to all students at Riverside Drive Charter. You can take a look at the menus here. Menus are also available on the Yum Yummi app. |
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Jackets, Sweaters, Water Bottles, and Lunch Boxes...Oh, My! Please check the playground and table at the Huston Gate for missing items if you can come to campus at dismissal. You can also check the tree platforms if you plan to attend the Pep Rally and Halloween Parade on Friday. Items not claimed by Friday, October 31st, will be discarded. Please write your child's name on their jackets, sweatshirts, lunchboxes, and water bottles. This will allow us to help them find their belongings. Please encourage your child to keep track of his or her belongings. I thank you in advance for your partnership. |
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| School Tour Wednesday, November 5 at 8:30am Do you know any perspective families to join our Riverside Drive community? Please invited them to one of our tours. |
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LAUSD and Riverside Drive Cellular Telephone Policy REMINDER LAUSD and Riverside Drive have a NO Cellphone and Smart Watch Policy Phones and smartwatches MUST be turned off and stored in backpacks. Our Governance approved policy is as follows: 1st Offense - Student is directed to put the device away 2nd Offense - The staff member will confiscate the device. It will be returned at the end of the day. Notice sent home. 3rd Offense - The staff member will confiscate the device and send it to the Main Office. A parent/guardian will need to pick up the device from the office and sign the policy notice. ** Further violation of the District Policy will require a conference with the Principal. **
I thank you in advance for your cooperation. |
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Classroom Birthday Celebrations I want to remind our school community about our Governance Council's approved birthday celebration policy. ** Parents must receive prior approval from the classroom teacher for all celebrations. ** - Parents must make arrangements with the classroom teacher at least 48 hours in advance. - Treats, if allowed by the teacher, must be store-bought AND must meet the dietary restrictions of ALL students in the class. - No goodie bags, toys, or balloons. - Celebrations are limited to the last 10 minutes of the school day - In lieu of a treat, families can donate a book or other prearranged item to the class. |
| A Few Things to Remember... Social Media ~ We encourage our school community to follow the District's message, if you see something, say something. Please encourage your children to report any concerns to an adult on campus. Your partnership is much appreciated.
Parent Volunteers ~ A few reminders when volunteering on campus... Please maintain confidentiality and refrain from sharing personal academic and behavioral information about other people's children. If you have questions or concerns, please speak to the teacher. We appreciate your support in maintaining a safe and respectful classroom environment.
Student Injuries ~ Students with injuries that require crutches, splints, slings, or other equipment, MUST return to school with a doctor's note. District policy requires the note to indicate the student is cleared to return to campus and any restrictions.
Covid ~ Please notify the main office if your child tests positive for Covid. We are responsible for notifying any close contacts so that they know to look out for symptoms. You informing the office is a way to help ensure that everyone can make decisions to keep themselves and others healthy.
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Arrival and Dismissal Gate Information Students may enter any school gate for arrival and dismissal. Arrival: Gates open at 7:30 am and are closed promptly at 8:01 am. Students arriving after the gates close will need to enter through the Main Office and will be marked tardy. Dismissal: Gates open at 2:29 pm (M, W, Th, F) and 1:29 pm on Tuesday. Gates are locked at 2:45 pm. UTK, Kinder, and 1st grade students not picked up on time will be taken to the Main Office. 2nd - 5th students not picked up on time will be sent to Team Prime Time. Students repeatedly not picked up on time will need to enroll in Team Prime Time. TK, Kindergarten, and 1st grade parents, please pick up your students at their classroom.
Safety First During Drop Off and Pick Up! Please model safe behavior when dropping off and picking up students. Be respectful of our surrounding community and follow traffic laws. Do not park in crosswalks, make illegal U-turns, block the driveways of our neighbors, or allow students to cross in the middle of the street. School police will be making patrols, and drivers may be ticketed. Thank you for your partnership and cooperation in advance.
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Just A Reminder! Wednesday, November 5- SSC/Governance Zoom Meeting- 3:00pm Thursday, November 6- Family Math Night Friday, November 7- Parent Portal Workshop 8:30am in Parent Center Monday, November 10 - Monday, November 17 - Parent Conferences with Minimum Days (dismissal at 12:49pm) Tuesday, November 11- No School for Veteran's Day November 24-29 - Thanksgiving Break (No School)
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Upcoming Events | | No upcoming events. |
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