The Riverwalk Roar

August 2, 2026

A Note From Dr. Compton

Happy Sunday Pride!

Welcome Back, Riverwalk Families!

What a wonderful start to the 2026–27 school year! Our halls came alive again on Thursday, and these first two days back have been everything we hoped they'd be . . . . familiar faces reconnecting, new students finding their footing, and that unmistakable energy that only comes with the start of something new. Thank you for trusting us with your children, and for all the ways you helped get them ready for day one.

We're Here for You

One of the things I value most about our Riverwalk community is how connected we stay throughout the year, and that starts with communication. Communication from the school to our families, and from our families to us. If you ever have a question, a concern, or just want to check in, please don't hesitate to reach out. Our team is here and ready to help:

Elementary

Ms. McCray – Elementary Principal
Mr. Glenn - Student Services Coordinator
Ms. Carr – School Counselor
Ms. Secor - Literacy Coach
Ms. Robinson – Elementary Chief Smiles Officer / Lions Pride Program

Middle School/High School

Mr. Cannon – Middle School Principal
Mr. Ball – High School Principal & Athletics
Dr. Dempsey - Dean of Instruction
Ms. Teague – School Counselor (Last Names A–K)
Mr. Hosenfeld – School Counselor (Last Names L–Z)
Ms. Vernier – Middle/High Chief Smiles Officer

Schoolwide

Dr. Compton - Head of School
Ms. Mabey – Student Information, including Parent Portal
Ms. Mitchell – Special Education Coordinator
Ms. Bailey - Services for Multilingual learners
Ms. Burns – Food Services
Nurse Donna – School Nurse
Ms. Flynn - Title 1
Ms. Taylor – Technology Services

No question is too small, and no concern is unimportant. We'd much rather hear from you early than have something linger or for families to receive incorrect information from outside sources. Please reach out anytime.

Looking Ahead

We're excited for the weeks ahead as our students settle into routines, our teachers dig into instruction, and our whole community finds its rhythm again. Thank you for being part of the Riverwalk family. We couldn't do this important work without you.

In Pride and Purpose,

~Dr. Compton

Save the Date: K - 5 Fun Run / 6 - 8 Color Run on 8/19

We're partnering with Boosterthon to help us plan and run a K–5 Fun Run and a 6–8 Color Run. High school students will get in on the fun too, helping out by throwing color on our middle schoolers during the Color Run!

We'll be sharing more information later this week, but families can get a jump now by registering for the event here or visiting http://mybooster.com/.

PM Car Stacking (lining up)

To help keep students safe and ensure an efficient dismissal process, families should not arrive on campus before the following PM carline times.

Elementary

Monday–Thursday: 1:45 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM

Middle/High

Monday–Thursday: 2:45 PM
Friday: 12:15 PM

Chick-Fil-A Biscuits

Chick-Fil-A Sandwiches at Lunch (Middle/High School)

Fall Sports Practices Begin This Week

Calling all 7th–12th grade families — fall sports practices begin this week! If your student is interested in any of the following, see this week's Lion's Roar newsletter by clicking here or checking out our additional newsletters below the calendar.

Middle School Girls Volleyball (Coach Washington)- Monday, August 3 at 3:45 (Union Baptist Church)
High School Girls Volleyball (Coach Uribe) - Monday, August 3 at 3:45 (Union Baptist Church)
Swimming (Coach Lowery) - Monday, August 3 at 3:30 (Information meeting in room 202)
Cross Country (Coach M Wilson & Coach T Wilson) - Monday, August 3 at 3:30 (Westminster Park)
Competitive Cheer (Coach Rollins) - Monday, August 3 at 3:30 (MS/HS MPR)
Girls Tennis (Coach Kay) - Monday, August 3 at 3:45 (Rock Hill Tennis Center)

Save the Date: Middle & High School Open House

Classroom Supply Lists are Ready

Click the graphic (or here) to view the list. They are also found on our back-to-school page.

Looking Ahead

Monday: 8/3/2026

Cheer Practice: 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm
Swimming Information Meeting: 3:30 pm in HS room 202
Cross Country: 3:30 pm
Volleyball: 3:45 pm
Girls Tennis: 3:45 pm - 5:45 pm

Tuesday: 8/4/2026

Middle/High School Chick-fil-A Sandwich Sale during Lunch
Cross Country: 3:30 pm
Volleyball: 3:45 pm
Girls Tennis: 3:45 pm - 5:45 pm
Swimming: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Wednesday: 8/5/2026

Cheer Practice: 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm
Cross Country: 3:30 pm
Volleyball: 3:45 pm
Girls Tennis: 3:45 pm - 5:45 pm
Swimming: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Thursday: 8/62026

Chick-fil-A Biscuit sale during Arrival
Cheer Practice: 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm
Cross Country: 3:30 pm
Volleyball: 3:45 pm
Girls Tennis: 3:45 pm - 5:45 pm
Swimming: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Friday: 8/7/2026

Volleyball: 1:00 pm
Swimming: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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August 2, 2026 August 2, 2026

A Note From Dr. Compton A Note From Dr. Compton

Save the Date: K - 5 Fun Run / 6 - 8 Color Run on 8/19 Save the Date: K - 5 Fun Run / 6 - 8 Color Run on 8/19

PM Car Stacking (lining up) PM Car Stacking (lining up)

Chick-Fil-A Biscuits Chick-Fil-A Biscuits

Chick-Fil-A Sandwiches at Lunch (Middle/High School) Chick-Fil-A Sandwiches at Lunch (Middle/High School)

Fall Sports Practices Begin This Week Fall Sports Practices Begin This Week

Save the Date: Middle & High School Open House Save the Date: Middle & High School Open House

Classroom Supply Lists are Ready Classroom Supply Lists are Ready

Looking Ahead Looking Ahead

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