The Parent Rebel Review
Week of October 19
DON'T QUIT! 💪🧡💙
Rebel Family,
Every day, we face challenges that test our patience, our energy, and sometimes even our passion. But remember, the work we do matters, even on the days when we don't see the results.
Some of our students need more than one lesson, more than one conversation, and more than one opportunity to get it right. They need someone who refuses to give up on them. That someone is YOU!
Progress isn't always immediate, and success isn't always easy. But every encouraging word, every extra effort, and every relationship you build plants a seed for something greater.
As we begin another week, remember our WHY. Keep showing up. Keep believing. Keep pushing. Our students are worth it, and so are YOU!
We don't quit when things get difficult. We rise, we adjust, and we keep moving forward—TOGETHER!
Let's keep WINNING #FORtheValley! 🧡💙
Athletics:
🏈 Football- RMS VS YMS Saturday October 24th @ Ysleta HS 7th at 8 AM, 8th grade follows
PM Practices M-TH 4:30-6:15/F 4:30-5:30 at RMS field
🏐 Volleyball- RMS VS Sanchez MS Wednesday October 21st @ Sanchez MS 7th at 6:00 PM, 8th grade follows
PM Practices 4:30-6:30 in the Big Gym
🎾 Tennis- DVMS VS RMS Saturday October 24th @ Riverside HS at 8:00 AM
AM Practice 6:30 AM at RHS Tennis Courts
👟 Cross Country-1st meet Serna MS @ Underwood Saturday October 24th at 9:00 AM
PM Practices 4:20-5:50
📣 Cheerleading- Practices M/W 4:10-6:00 PM in the Small Gym
6th Grade: 96.4%
7th Grade: 97.52% 🏆
8th Grade: 96.25%
Chromebook Readiness & Care Reminders 💻
1:1 Device Check: Every student should now have a working Chromebook in hand—no student should be without a device for class. If you have a student who was missed or needs hardware, please email me immediately so we can get them squared away.
Preventing Device Damage: We've noticed a recent uptick in damaged Chromebooks. Please take a moment to remind your students about daily device care (closing lids gently, keeping liquids away, using two hands to carry).
Parent Outreach for Repairs: If a student has a damaged Chromebook, please contact their parent or guardian to notify them. For your reference when speaking with families, replacement screens cost $23.
Help Us Keep the Riso Happy (and Stocked!) 🖨️ Did you know our Riso machine creates a brand-new master stencil every single time you hit print—whether you're making 3 copies or 300? To help us conserve master rolls and stretch our budget, please follow the Rule of 50:
Under 50 copies: Stick with the standard photocopier.
50+ copies: Fire up the Riso!
Contact Information:
Riverside Middle School Counselor
Claire Palafox
Assignment: 8th Grade & 7th Grade (N-Z)
Office #: (915) 434-7355
Email: cpalafox@yisd.net
Contact Information:
Riverside Middle School Counselor
Nicole Gomez
Assignment: 6th Grade & 7th Grade (A-M)
Office #: (915) 434-7304
Email: ngomez34@yisd.net
Hi Rebels!
As your CIS Coordinator, I’m here to support our students with academics, attendance, behavior, and other challenges that may impact their success. I also want our students to know that they have a safe and supportive place to come when they need someone to talk to or help them work through a difficult day. My door is always open, and students and families are always welcome to reach out.
Upcoming events:
🍧 Kona Ice 🍧
When: Friday, October 23, 2026
Time: All Lunches
Cash only!! 💵
🏅CHAMPS 🥊: CHAMPS mentorship program
Second session
When: Friday, October 23, 2026
Time: 4:30pm
🤑💲REBEL SHOP💲🤑
When: Thursday, October 29, 2026
Time: All Lunches
Reminders:
Uniform shirts previously ordered can be picked up by students in room 200 after school.
I am always accepting gently worn uniforms and jeans. They may be taken by parents to the front office or by students after school to room 200.
CIS Availability: 8:00am to 4:30pm
I will be off campus on Tuesday, 10/27 from 8:00am to 10:30am to attend a Resource Fair.
Contact Information:
Guadalupe Priscilla Vielme
Program Coordinator
Communities In Schools of El Paso
Office: (915) 434-7300
Email: TBD @yisd.net
Rebels,
Would you know what to do if someone were experiencing life-threatening bleeding?
Severe bleeding is a leading cause of preventable death following an injury, and significant blood loss can become life-threatening within minutes. Knowing how to recognize and respond to a bleeding emergency can make a critical difference while waiting for emergency medical services to arrive.
Learning basic bleeding-control skills can help prepare you to respond confidently when every minute matters.
If you are interested in attending Stop the Bleed training, please refer to the attached flyer for additional information and contact details.
Contact Information for Nurse:
Sunshine Jimenez, BSN, RN
Riverside Middle School
Office (915) 434-7311
Email: Sramirez51@yisd.net
Mrs. Morse
Assistant Principal
6th Grade Administrator
7th Grade (A-L) Administrator
915.434-7303
Mrs. Tovias
Assistant Principal
8th Grade Administrator
7th Grade (M-Z) Administrator
915.434-7314
#FORtheValley
Website: https://www.yisd.net/riversidemiddle
Location: 7615 Mimosa Avenue, El Paso, TX, USA
Phone: (915) 434-7300
Twitter: @RiversideMS1971