Riverside Rocket Blast
November 6, 2026
Riverside Mission/Purpose Statement
The mission of Riverside Elementary is to provide a nurturing, enthusiastic, and safe environment that acknowledges individual differences, encourages community involvement, and emphasizes an ongoing commitment to academic excellence.
Mark Your Calendar
11/7 - Spirit Night and Parents' Night Out
11/9-13 - PTA Annual Food Drive
11/11 - Veterans Day Luncheon
11/12 - Mother Son Game Night
Veterans Day Luncheon
Riverside will honor our Veteran's with a school lunch and cake. If you're a veteran connected to Riverside, please RSVP that you will attend! You will join your student during their lunch time. We look forward to celebrating you! RSVP by Wednesday, November 4th.
Lunch Menu
Items in bold are vegetarian options
Monday:
Entrees: Halal Beef Burger, Halal Cheeseburger, Morningstar Veggie Burger, Morningstar Veggie Nuggets,
Yogurt & Muffin Basket, PB&J Basket
Tuesday:
Entrees: General Tso's Chicken Rice Bowl, Pillsbury Mexican Or Italian Cheesy Pull Apart, Morningstar Veggie Nuggets, PB&J Basket
Wednesday: Holiday Meal Celebration!
Entrees: Hot Dog, Turkey & Stuffing, Ham & Roll, Morningstar Veggie Nuggets, Yogurt & Muffin Basket, PB&J Basket
Special Sides: Macaroni & Cheese, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potato Casserole
Thursday:
French Toast & Sausage, French Toast & Morningstar Veggie Sausage, Morningstar Veggie Nuggets,
PB&J Basket
Friday:
Cheese Pizza, Pepperoni Pizza, Morningstar Veggie Nuggets, Yogurt & Muffin Basket, PB&J Basket
Media Center Newsletter
Benny the Beanstack Challenge
Riverside PTA
PTA Annual Food Drive
Food can be dropped off by your student in the front lobby on November 9-13th.
We will be collecting canned goods, hygiene products, non-perishable foods, and more.
This drive supports the North Gwinnett Coop.
Mother Son Game Night
Calling all moms and sons! Join us for a fun-filled Mother Son Game Night on Thursday, November 12th, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM in the RES Cafeteria. Get ready for an evening of games, laughter, and great memories! Please pre-register using the link below to save your spot!
Spirit Night and Parents' Night Out on November 7, 2026.
Drop the kids off at Elevate Martial Arts and enjoy dinner at The Diner at Sugar Hill.
Drop off begins at 4:00 PM. Make sure to mention Riverside Elementary School at check out.
Compassion in Action Project
Join Compassion in Action Project on Sunday, November 15 as we host a community service event to make sandwiches for The Sandwich Project, a nonprofit that helps meet local food scarcity needs. 3:00pm-4:30pm at the E-Center in downtown Sugar Hill Ages 5 & up welcome, nut-free deli meat area available. Unable to attend? You can still help by donating!
Next Gen Voices
Paw & Pen Literary Magazine
North Gwinnett Cluster Contest.
Grades 3-8 are Eligible
Accepting all forms of student creative work including fiction, poetry, nonfiction, plays, art, and photography.
How to submit:
Scan the QR Code or click on the button below
For more information contact:
Mrs. Holcombe at taylor.homlcombe@gcpsk12.org
Flag Football
Next Level Sports Flag Football at North Gwinnett High School
Open to K - 7th Grades (Co-Ed teams)
Teams by Grade and Coached by NGHS Football Players
Season Dates: January 1 - March 14
Each Sunday includes 1 hour practice and 1 hour games
Support Riverside's 2026-27 Business Partners!
All Stars Performing Arts Academy
* Afterschool club offered at Riverside
Contact Information
5445 Settles Bridge Road
Suwanee, Georgia 30024
(P) 678-482-1000
(F) 678-482-1018
Front Office Hours:
Monday - Friday
7:45 - 3:45