The Riverwalk Roar

The Riverwalk Roar: May, 11th 2025

A Note from Dr. Compton

Happy Sunday, Pride,

I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend and found a few moments to spend with—or reflect upon—the women who helped shape and mold you into who you are today. I understand that Mother’s Day can be a wonderful day for many, but it can also be a day filled with emotions—joy, gratitude, grief, longing, or even complexity.

No matter how you spent the day, I hope you felt supported, seen, and appreciated. We are grateful for the many incredible women in our Riverwalk community who show up with love, strength, and care every single day.

I wanted to take a moment to shout out the women of Riverwalk Academy, who—for at least eight hours a day—pour their hearts into nurturing, teaching, guiding, and supporting our students. Whether they're in the classroom, office, cafeteria, or anywhere in between, their presence makes a lasting impact on our Pride.

We are blessed at Riverwalk Academy to have some of the strongest, most caring teachers I’ve ever worked with. They lead with empathy, teach with passion, and model resilience and grace—often going above and beyond without ever seeking recognition. Their impact reaches far beyond academics; they help shape character, confidence, and community.

As we head into the final stretch of the school year, let’s continue to lift one another up, celebrate the small wins, and show up for our students and for each other.

In Pride and Purpose,

~Dr. Compton

Photo of the Week

Our high school BPA (Business Professionals of America) students headed to Orlando on Wednesday to compete in nationals. Students compete in various categories ranging from podcasts to live video production. Each year our students have placed top tier in multiple events. We look forward to hearing about this years event!

Vocational Rehabilitation Night

We’re excited to host Vocational Rehabilitation Night with the SC Vocational Rehabilitation Department on May 14th from 5:00–6:00 PM in the Upper School MPR at Riverwalk Academy! Families will have the chance to learn about FREE services for youth (13–21) and adults with disabilities — including job training, coaching, employment help, and more. Questions? Contact Mrs. Slifer at eslifer@riverwalkacademy.com. Can’t make it? Reach out for info or help connecting with our VR counselor!

4th-5th Grade Spring Musical

Looking Ahead

Monday:5/12/25

Board Election Canidate Profiles Made Public
6th -7th Grade Band Field Trip

Tuesday: 5/13/25

SC Ready Testing Math 3rd-8th Grade

Wednesday: 5/14/25

SC Ready Reading Part 1 3rd-8th Grade
Attendance Recovery 8th and 9th Grade 3:15-5:15 (Room 216)
Vocational Rehabilitation Night 5:00-6:00 (Upper School MPR)

Thursday: 5/15/25

Board Elections Voting beings @ 8:00 am (emailed)
SC Ready Reading Part 2 3rd-8th Grade

Attendance recovery 8th and 9th Grade 3:15-5:15 (Room 216)
4th-5th Grade Musical Dress Rehearsal 5:00-6:00 Rawlinson Rd. Baptist Church
State track Championship

Friday: 5/16/25

Board Election Voting closes (5:00 pm)
4th-5th Grade Musical 2:00pm Rawlinson Rd. Baptist Church

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