The Westsider- October 23, 2026
TECH TIPS
Have members of your family outgrown your coats? Good news- they can still be put to good use! The River Falls High School chapter of National Honor Society is partnering with Our Neighbors Place to bring the annual coat drive to conferences! If you have new or gently used coats, of all sizes, you can bring them to conferences and drop them off at our donation station. Please reach out to sophia.hayes@rfsd.k12.wi.us for more information or with any questions.
Miss Tiffany is looking for boys pants and shirts in all sizes to have on hand in case of clothing change needs. If you have any you are planning to get rid of, she would gladly take them off your hands! You can send them to school with your student or drop them in the office. Thank you in advance!!
In conjunction with the United Way and Rotary Club of River Falls, Westside is holding a diaper drive to collect diapers and baby wipes for those in need. Last year we collected 5, 592 diapers!! This year we have a goal to collect 6,000. If we reach that goal, Mrs. Mader will be pied in the face!! There are prizes at other goals as well!
What: Collect Diapers & Baby Wipes (Newborn, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
*Due to safety guidelines, donations of diapers & wipes must be in their unopened, original packaging.
When: Oct. 26- Nov. 6
Where: Drop off at Westside in the office!
2026-2027 Westside Yearbooks can be ordered!! Here is the link to order: https://www.treering.com/purchase?PassCode=1017341308241480
Price starts at $20. There is a special going on right now until the end of October too!
Visit the Fall Book Fair!
It will be open November 2 and November 5th during Parent/Teacher Conferences (4:00-7:30pm) as well as select times during the school day from Oct. 29-Nov. 5.
Mrs. Johansson is still looking for parent volunteers to help. If you would like to sign up for a time slot, please do so through the following link: Westside Fall Book Fair 2026.
River Falls Sharing Families
Need a little help this Christmas? Sharing Families assists local families in need by providing a joyful Christmas for their children through coordinated gifts.
Access Sharing Families application
Accepting the first 160 applications only. If not reached, application will close on November 6.
Questions? Email rfsharingfamilies@gmail.com
Do you have concerns about your child’s development? The School District of River Falls offers free preschool screenings for children ages 2.5–5 who live within District boundaries. The screening can help families learn more about their child’s development and whether they may benefit from special education services.
WHEN: October 23, 2026, by appointment only
Please note: This screening is not intended to determine general readiness for 4K or kindergarten. A parent meeting focused on school readiness will be offered at a later date.
To schedule an appointment, contact Ann Nelson at 715-425-1819 ext. 3101 or ann.nelson@rfsd.k12.wi.us.
For developmental concerns about a child younger than 2.5, contact your county’s Birth to Three program:
Pierce County: 715-273-6755, St. Croix County: 715-246-8250
Pierce County Public Health will provide free flu immunization clinics during the school day for school-aged children. Immunizations are available at no cost to all students, regardless of insurance status.
Westside date: Tuesday, Oct. 27
If you would like your child to receive a flu immunization, a parent/legal guardian must complete a permission form unless the student is 18 or older. Parents do not need to be present at the clinic. Complete the flu clinic permission form: Westside.
Paper Permission forms available in the office upon request.
Our Neighbors' Place, in collaboration with the River Falls School District, offers food assistance for low income families and/or families experiencing financial hardship.
Fill out this form if this is a program you may benefit from. Families can sign up anytime during the year and also drop the program at any point throughout the year. We are so grateful for Our Neighbor's Place
Bridging Brighter Smiles visits Westside a couple times a year to perform preventative dental hygiene services during the school day. Services include: x-rays, silver Diamine Fluoride, Sealant Retention Check, Teeth Cleaning, Oral Screening, and more. There is no cost for services. If this is something you would like for your student, please sign up on their website: https://bridgingbrightersmiles.org/forms/.