Happy Spring!

At this time, we are in the thick of state testing (M-Step) for third through fifth grades. Also, NWEA testing is taking or will take place for all grades this month and next. Many field trips are planned for May. Please continue to send appropriate outerwear for your child, since they will be going out for recess each and every day. The only exception would be if it is raining.

Please continue to check your child's Schoology group and courses. This will keep you informed of any and all upcoming events, changes and your child's grades. Schoology is the spot to find your child's classwork grades and assessments.

Just a reminder, if you would like to volunteer in your child's class, for our upcoming Fun Run or Field Day, or attend field trips, you MUST have a volunteer form filled out and approved at least 5 days prior to the event. (See volunteer link at bottom of this newsletter.)

If you have any questions or concerns, call the office at (734) 479-2550. You can also email myself (gmeli@riverviewschools.com) or Ms. Annie (aprusakiewicz@riverviewschools.com).

Go Pirates!

Gianina Meli

APRIL:

4/24 - 4th Grade Music Concert 6PM (Forest Gym)

4/25 - SY 25-26 Kindergarten Screener (No School for Mrs. Peterson/Ms. Schock's students)

4/28-5/2 - Vision Screening (K, 1, 3 & 5)

4/28-5/2 - M-Step Make up for all grades

MAY:

7th - Bike/Roll/Walk to School

9th - Block Party 5:30-8 PM

13th - 4th Grade Wax Museum (outside, weather permitting)

14th - Parent Club Meeting @ 6:00 PM

20th - 5th Grade Field Trip (Airborne Adventure)

21st - 3rd Grade Field Trip (Greenfield Village)

22nd - K/1st Grade Field Trip (Toledo Zoo)

23rd - 2nd grade walking field trip (Riverview)

26th - Memorial Day / No School for students & staff

27th - 5th Grade safety field trip (Flat Rock Rec Ctr) 9am-2pm

28th - 4th/5th Grade to Seitz for Suessical play

29th - 4th Grade field trip to Nature Awaits on Belle Isle (9:30 am - 2pm)

30th - Fun Run (1-3 PM)

JUNE:

3rd - 5th Grade picnic (Young Patriots Park)

3rd - 5th Grade Moving On Ceremony @ Seitz MS Auditorium (5pm)

5th - Field Day

6th - Early Release (12:40 PM Dismissal) Last Day of School

12th - School Office Closed for the summer.

Summer Vacation Begins! Have a Safe Summer......see you in September

• Classroom teacher-classroom concerns, peer-to-peer or friendship concerns, classroom behavior concerns, playground or hallway concerns, and grading concerns

• Office Staff-attendance (absences, early releases), health needs (medications, illnesses), school events, volunteers and Watch DOGS, general school questions: Annie Prusakiewicz (734) 479-2550, aprusakiewicz@riverviewschools.com
• Transportation Department-Bussing and transportation concerns: Wendy Martin (734) 285-3900, Option #1; wmartin@riverviewschools.com
  

• Grounds/Maintenance -Building/facility concerns, cleanliness, grounds concerns: Sharon Mathews- (734)285-3900, ext. 2 (secretary to Gary Kennedy) or gkennedy@riverviewschools.com
• Student Services-enrollment questions, please contact Julie Karl at Central Office jkarl@riverviewschools.com or 734-285-9660, option 9

• Principal- major safety concerns; policy concerns; request for 504 services; concerns already addressed by the teacher, yet still not resolved. gmeli@riverviewschools.com
• School Social Worker- Social/emotional support and concerns. Stacey Woggon, SSW swoggon@riverviewschools.com or call the office to be connected.

Mrs. Peterson - Cecilia F.

Ms. Schock - Charles C.

Mrs. Coleman - Landon P.

Mrs. Uhse - Ashley H.

Ms. DeRosia - Wyatt R.

Mrs. Masters - Tinhmung L.

Mrs. Taft - Lydia B.

Mrs. Avery - Trey M.

Mrs. Kissel - James L.

Mrs. LaFehr - Ngundim L.

Mrs. Curry - Autumn K.

Mrs. Grunwald - Sofia L.

Mr. Snyder - Adam A.

Mr. Newland - Madelyn H.

Ms. Fraczek - Bristol C.

Mrs. Gajewski - Zuri S.

The fourth grade music concert is on April 25th. Here is a song from all three classes.

Riverview 5th grade students left for the Storer YMCA Camp in Jackson, MI the morning of April 22nd. “The Great Outdoors” makes science and related curriculum come alive, and significantly more relevant, for each student.

Riverview 5th graders spend three full days and nights on-site at the Outdoor School. Storer’s staff of educators offer more than 30 courses that teach natural sciences, environmental issues, cultural history, and team building through active participation.

Forest students will take part in the Predator & Prey, Firequest, Gimme Shelter, In Cold Blood & Microscopic Ponderings.

A great outdoor experience, sure to be had by all.

This years lemonade war raised $2,165 which is the most ever raised by one war.

The 1st place overall winner was group Bloxnade in Mr. Synder's class.

Mrs. Curry's top group: Cauldron Lemonade and Mrs. Grunwald's top group: Sports Lemonade

We could have never had so much of a fun-learning success without all of the support. Thank you so much!

Please make sure you have access to your PowerSchool Parent account and Schoology Parent Account. Please regularly check Schoology for School Updates.

What is Schoology?

Schoology is our LMS, Learning Management System. It is a web-based platform that we use to manage and implement student learning.

In short, with Schoology, your student will access their courses, and homework, and view current grades.

From a parent's account, you can assume the role of your child to view their courses and work. You can set up notifications to your cell phone or email. And you will find important building updates for your school including student and family events.

Please join your child's school building group with the associated join code below.

For more instructions on joining or leaving a group you can refer to this document.

• Forest Elementary X685-T2NZ-5PVHB

• Huntington Elementary TG42-XMKZ-CDDQP

• Memorial Elementary CS65-X6D6-K4G4V

• Seitz Middle School GR5D-3NDD-4CD85

• Riverview Community High School RZ5Z-MFQ3-BRTWP

Download the Schoology Mobile App Or Follow the links below.

Parents Access

Student Access

What is PowerSchool?

PowerSchool is our Student Information System. It is a web-based platform that we use to house all student data. Here you will find, historical grades, test scores, attendance, and most importantly access to complete all school-required forms. You can also update contact information, parent email addresses, or phone numbers and more.

Download the PowerSchool Mobile App Or Follow the link below.

Parent & Student Portal

District Code is JZHQ

If you do not have a PowerSchool or Schoology account, please reach out to your school secretary for your student's access code and instructions.

Our district leaders have updated our Strategic Plan for the next 5 years - this plan will be the focal point and road map for all decision making that will be made for instruction, building improvements, staffing, and curriculum changes. After reading, I welcome all input from you on this plan. Strategic Plan Click Here

Are your child's clothing drawers overflowing? Does your child have clothing that does not fit any longer? We are looking for gently used items for our Courtesy Closet. Items would be available for students that need spare clothes during the school day. For those spills during lunch, in STEAM or for when students accidently fall into puddles or mud outside. Items for children in grades K-2 are in high demand. Stretch pants, running pants and leggings are most desirable. Please drop off donations to the office. Thank you so much!

Our Lost and Found rack is always overflowing with found items. If you feel your child has lost any items, please feel free to check out the items located in the vestibule at the main entrance before or after school.

1. The importance of the WATCH D.O.G.S. program: To provide positive male role models for the students, demonstrating by their presence that education is important.
2. To provide extra sets of eyes and ears to enhance school security and reduce bullying.
3. WatchDOGS are fathers, grandfathers, uncles, and other father-figures who volunteer for at least one day each year at an official WATCH D.O.G.S.® school. During the day, WatchDOGS may read and work on flash cards with students, play at recess, eat lunch with students, watch the school entrances and hallways, assist with traffic flow and any other assigned activities where they actively engage with not only their own students, but other students as well.
4. By taking time to come to campus and serve the students and teachers, fathers demonstrate that education is important. A male role model can positively impact a student’s life in three critical areas: academic performance, self-esteem, social behavior.
5. Click on the attached link to find a day that might work for you. Please make sure you have already submitted a background check prior to signing up.

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