Raptor Report

Dear Riverview Families,

Riverview really knows how to do Halloween right! From our Trunk or Treat celebration to our annual costume parade to our classroom parties, our entire community comes together to make this time of year truly magical for our kids. Seeing our students, staff, and families celebrate together reminds us of what makes Riverview such a special place to learn and grow.

A huge shout-out goes to our incredible teachers and family volunteers—you made this day special for all of our students. Thank you!

We wish everyone in our community a very happy, fun, and safe Halloween!

Monday

- No 7th and 8th grade Basketball Practice

- No School

- 6th Grade Boys Basketball Practice 3:45 – 5:30pm

Tuesday

- No School for K-5

- 7&8 Boys Basketball Practice 6:15 – 8:00am

- Annual Philo and TSD food drive kick off. See below for more information.

- 6th Grade Boys Basketball Practice 3:45 – 5:30pm

Wednesday

- 7&8 Boys Basketball Practice 6:15 – 8:00am

- 8th Grade Fall Arts Preview at MVHS

- 6th Grade Boys Basketball Practice 3:45 – 5:30pm

Thursday

- 7&8 Boys Basketball Practice 6:15 – 8:00am

- Band/Drama Field Trip to Beauty and The Beast

- 6th Grade Boys Basketball Practice 3:45 – 5:30pm

Friday

- 7&8 Boys Basketball Practice 6:15 – 8:00am

- Student Council Meeting 7:30 – 8:00am

- 5th Grade Field Trip to Ameritowne

- 6th Grade Boys Basketball Practice 3:45 – 5:30pm

Here are some important dates that are coming up over the next month. Reminders and schedule details will be shared in our weekly Raptor Report.

• November 9
• Mountain View HS HOSA Movie night (All middle school students are invited)
• November 10
• Fall Band Concert 6pm
• November 11
• MS Band Trip to Colorado Symphony Orchestra
• November 12
• Picture Retake Day
• The SuessOdyssey at 6:00PM

• Kinder Open House 5:30 – 7:00pm at Thompson Valley HS

• November 18
• Battle Of The Books 3:45-4:15pm
• November 19
• Musical Excerpts from Hadestown at 6:00PM
• November 20
• Donuts with Dr. D, 9am
• November 23 - 27
• Thanksgiving Break

Beginning November 13, Thompson School District will adjust how students in grades K–8 access YouTube through their district accounts. Students will no longer be able to visit YouTube directly to search for or browse videos. However, they will still be able to watch educational videos that their teacher has selected and shared through Google Classroom or in Google Slides. Teachers will continue to have access to YouTube to find and select videos that support classroom instruction.

By providing videos directly within classroom learning activities, teachers can guide students toward content that aligns with their learning goals.

Mountain View High School’s HOSA (Healthcare Occupations Students of America) invites all middle school students to a special Movie Night benefiting Children’s Hospital!

• Movie: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone

• Date: Monday, November 9th

• Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

• Location: Mountain View High School

Come enjoy a fun evening while supporting a great cause! Check out the attached flier for more details. We hope to see you there!

Help support local families in need this holiday season by bringing canned or packaged food to school! All donations stay right here in Loveland and Berthoud.

Please ensure items are not expired, as expired food cannot be distributed. Thank you for your support!

We want to hear from our families and community members about how we are doing, both from an individual school perspective and throughout the entire district. Please take a few minutes to give us this important feedback! Learn more or complete the survey The survey closes on November 13th

October 26 – November 20, 2026

Between October 26 and November 20, we will be hosting 4 Surprise Attendance Days!

How It Works:

• Show Up On Time: If you are at school and on time on a Surprise Attendance Day, you will earn a raffle ticket.

• Win Prizes: Every raffle ticket will be entered into a drawing to win one of 50 Loveland Laser Tag prizes!

Prize Details:

Each prize includes:

• 3 hours of attractions at Loveland Laser Tag

• A $10 game card

Come to school and earn your raffle tickets!

• Student & Family Handbook: Please read and familiarize yourself with the attached 2026–2027 RVS Student & Family Handbook for detailed school policies and guidelines.

• Personal Technology Devices (PTD) Policy: With input from parents, TSD’s Board of Education recently adopted an updated PTD policy to maximize student learning and minimize classroom disruptions.

• Drop-Off & Pick-Up Guidelines: Student safety is our top priority. Remember, the Hug and Go lane is for quick, right-lane passenger drop-offs only. Please review our attached Student & Family Handbook for more details.

• Getting Involved: We are aiming to increase parent volunteers this year! To volunteer on campus, you must first be cleared through our VITAL system. Contact the front office for more details. Volunteer opportunities include:

• Classroom support and running copies in the teacher workroom

• Library support (restocking shelves and checking books in/out) with Ms. Stephanie Almond

• Assisting with morning drop-off, afternoon pick-up, lunch, or recess duty

With the cool mornings and warm days, our lost and found is filling up with jackets and sweatshirts! Please check and see if what you've lost has been found! Also please put the students name in the jackets and we can get it to the right owner! Thank you!

Do you love books? Do you have some spare time that you would like to fill? Would you like to be a volunteer at RVS but don’t know where to go? Volunteer in the library! No experience needed! Stephanie could really use some help in the library shelving books, straightening shelves, and checking in books. Click HERE to sign up. She can’t wait to get to know you and have you be a part of the library fun. A reminder, you must be registered through Vital to volunteer. It is easy to sign up if you haven't already.

We are looking for 1 or 2 parents to come and volunteer on November 12, for picture retake day. Pictures will start at 8:20am and end around 12:30pm. If you are not signed up through Vital and would like to be a volunteer, it is quick and easy to do! If you have any questions about volunteering with us, please reach out to Annie Birgenheier.

As a reminder, Kid Packs are available for families who would like some extra food to help their children get through the weekend. If you would like your family to receive Kid Packs, please email Kris Worner at kris.worner@tsd.org.

We also have a Resource Closet available in our counseling office for families who may need additional support. The closet is stocked with items such as personal hygiene products, laundry supplies, and other essentials. Students and families are welcome to stop by and take whatever items they need. Simply check in at the front desk, and you’ll be directed to the closet. Bags are provided for your convenience.

We are happy to offer these resources to help support our families and ensure everyone has access to the essentials they need.

A Quick Reminder About Morning Arrival:

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: Classes start at 8:20 AM. To help your child start the day on time and avoid an absence or tardy mark, please aim to drop them off by 8:15 AM.

• Wednesday: School starts at 9:20 AM, so students should arrive by 9:15 AM.

Thank you for helping us get every school day off to a smooth start!

If your child is going to be absent, please call the attendance line 970-613-6666, login into Infinite Campus Parent Portal, or email Annie Birgenheier.

SHOW YOUR ID: Please remember to ring the doorbell at the front entrance and always have your ID ready. You must have a physical ID rather than a picture on your phone.

ATTENDANCE: To report an absence call 970-613-6666 or submit a request in parent Infinite Campus. For medical appointments you can email doctor’s notes to Annie Birgenheier or drop them by the front office. Any attendance questions can be directed to Annie Birgenheier, attendance clerk.

REGISTRATION: For any enrollment or registration questions, please contact our registrar, Kris Worner.

SECRETARY: For support with athletics, fees or other school needs please reach out to the front desk at 970-613-7000 or email Rachelle Ruiz.

SCHEELS has partnered with the Northern Colorado Athletic Conference (NCAC) to offer staff, athletes, and families an exclusive 20% discount on qualifying team gear, clothing, and basketball equipment.

• Discount: 20% off qualifying gear

• Expiration: November 11, 2026 (One-time use)

• How to Redeem:

  1. Go to MySCHEELS and log in or create an account.

  2. Claim your discount online through the NCAC Basketball offer link.

  3. Apply the offer automatically at checkout online or in-store at your local SCHEELS.

Is your student interested in continuing to compete in athletics after high school?

Todd Kelly from Kelly College Consulting will help student-athletes and families better understand the college recruiting process, including scholarships and opportunities at different levels of college athletics, communicating with college coaches, athletic resumes, social media, and what to look for when visiting colleges.

This session is designed for middle and high school students and their families, whether they are just beginning to explore college athletics or are already involved in the recruiting process.

Date: November 4, 2026

Time: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Location: Auditorium at MVHS, 3500 Mountain Lion Dr, Loveland

Topics Covered:

• Understanding the Recruiting Process

• Scholarships at Each Level of Play

• Questions to Ask on a Visit

• Social Media in Recruiting

• How to Communicate with Coaches

• Building an Athletic Resume

JOIN US! Dinner will be provided, and no registration is required.

Questions? Call 970-613-6842

Looking for information from our previous Raptor Reports? They can be found on our school website under "News and Events"!