Video of the MSAD11 Board Finance Meeting on April 9, 2019.
Today, we celebrated our most "Most Improved Students", from each classroom. Additional images have been posted to our Facebook page. Congratulations!
All Chorus Concert that was scheduled for tonight has been cancelled. We will make up the concert on 4/23.
Fort Western Field Trip:
Fifth graders were given permission slips today for this April 25th event. Please sign and return these as soon as possible.
Congratulations Jose! He has chosen "Crazy Hair Day" which will be celebrated on Friday, April 26th.
Today, Mrs. Duca's third graders shared their Biography projects with family and classmates. Nice job everyone! Additional images have been posted to facebook.
Several classes at River View had the unique experience of “meeting” Dr. Jane Goodall on Tuesday, April 2 via Skype in the Classroom. They joined students from around the world in listening to Dr. Jane talk about her experience in Africa studying chimpanzees when she was younger, and how it changed her life. She states, “My mission is to create a world where we can...
Tomorrow, April 2nd is National Autism Awareness Day. You may show your support by wearing the color "blue".
Video of the MSAD11 Board Finance Meeting on March 26, 2019.
Parent&Guardian/Teacher conferences this week! Please sign up using https://ptcfast.com/schools/Ri... We look forward to meeting with you to discuss your child's accomplishments and goals for the last trimester of the school year!
Our entire school enjoyed a little beach ball balancing to celebrate the beginning of MEA's. Our third graders begin testing next week. Just a reminder: Get to sleep on time, eat a good breakfast and bring a positive attitude with you.
Our students of the week:
Jancarlos, Isabelle, and Madisyn, nice work each of you!
Tomorrow is our scheduled Academic Rotation Day from 9:30-9:50. Directly after this event students will attend a short assembly to celebrate the beginning of MEA Testing, parents are welcome to attend both events.
RVCS Gr. 3, 4, and 5 Spring Concert Thursday 3/21, 7PM at the Middle School. Dress rehearsal during the school day. Bus students will be bused home or to the B & G club from the middle school. Riders will return to RVCS for pick up at 4pm at RVCS. Please do not go to the Middle School to pick up your child.
We start MEA testing the week of 3/25 with 3rd grade. 4th and 5th grade will start testing the week of 4/1. Please let us know if your child will be out the week their class is scheduled to test. Thank you.
Tomorrow is an Early Release Day, we are dismissed at 1:00pm. Also, Friday there is no school for students, this is a workshop day for staff.
P/T conferences are Thursday, March 28, 2019. We are using PTCFast.com to make signups as convenient as possible.
Please enter the following web address into your browser window and follow the prompts:https://ptcfast.com/schools/River_View_Community_School_1
Please click here for 2019-2020 Approved MSAD 11 School Calendar.
Today, we celebrated all the minutes that were read at home and in class during February vacation. Students who read over One Thousand Minutes received pencils and certificates. Congratulations to every one who took the opportunity to read. please be sure to visit our facebook page to see additional images.
Our Students of the Week:
Kaitlyn, Kayden and Nevaeh fantastic job!
Mrs. Duca's classroom selected "Crazy Hair Day" as their choice reward last week.
A quick reminder that Thursday 3/7 is an extended day. Dismissal will be at 4PM. Please do not dismiss your student early. Thank you!
Congratulations RaLeah for being chosen as "Student of the Month". She has chosen Pajama Day, which will be celebrated on Friday, March 29th.
Thank you Mrs. Farnham for volunteering your time in the kitchen with River View students.
Our Students of the Week before vacation. Congratulations: Brandon, Emma Lee Briere, and Avrey MacMaster
Central Maine's Mr. Valentine
Today, our own Mr. Pass, was recognized by radio station B98.5. He was nominated by his wife Angel Pass and awarded a gift certificate, box of chocolates and balloons. Congratulations Mr. Pass!
Congratulations Mia, Ayden and Megan for being our most recent "Students of the Week". Great photo bomb Mrs. Duguay!
Click here to access the MSAD11 Curriculum Connections Newsletter (01/2019).
Congratulations Kristine! She has chosen "Bring your Small Blanket to School" on Friday, February, 1, 2019.
Due to road conditions, there will be a two-hour delay in MSAD11 this morning. There will be no morning pre-kindergarten classes. 12/17/2018
Click here to access Superintendent Hopkin's letter and the revised MSAD11 2018 - 2019 School Calendar.
Ian is our "Student of the Month" and he has chosen to celebrate "Patriotic Day" , On Friday January 4, 2019.
Why Kindness?River View Community School is participating in the nationwide School Kindness Challenge. We believe that this is the perfect way to promote kindness among our students and school community. Through this challenge we will be teaching our students the skills and attitudes to have a positive mindset which will then encourage a kind and helpful attitude...
Inspired by artist Marc Chagall's "I and the Village" third graders used their profiles and began their Fantasy Animal interpretation. We can't wait to see what they come up with! Please view the album titled Third Grade Fantasy on our Facebook Page.
Our Students of the Week:
Congratulations Ashanti, Isabella and Krystal
Our "Student of the Month" is Jonathan. congratulations, nice job. He has chosen to celebrate Pajama Day on Friday, November 30th.
For the first week in November the winners are: Taylor, Jackson and Brayden. Nice job everyone.
Date Posted: October 29, 2018
Position: Long Term Substitute – Grade 5
Location: Helen Thompson School
Date Position Available: Immediate Opening
Qualifications: (020) General Elementary (K-8) or (029) Early Elementary (K-3) certification is preferred and current CHRC authorization through the State of Maine Department of Education is...
Today was a full day with Stop Drop and Read, TV Character Day, and Pumpkin Voting. Please be sure to visit our Facebook page and view the photo album titled Character Day.
Today, at River View, Johnson Hall performed some of their magic and juggling.
Thanks for all you MSAD #11 Bus Drivers, wishing you a fantastic week.
Congratulations to Izzy, Garfield and Nikitta for being chosen as our"Students of the Week". We just love their smiles!
Gardiner PD and Fire Department presented GEPTA today with two checks from their Meats and Sweets Challenge. Thank you to our wonderful first responders!
Dear Parent/Guardian,
It is the time of year for our first parent/ teacher conferences. Our school is using PTCFast.com to make signups as convenient as possible this year. Please enter the following web address into your browser window:
https://ptcfast.com/schools/Ri...
If you do not have internet access, please send your written request to school with your...
Just a reminder, there is now school for MSAD #11 tomorrow, October 5, 2018,
due to Staff Workshops. Also, Monday, October 8th, in honor of Columbus
Day, we are closed. We will see on Tuesday, have a safe and wonderful long weekend.
Thank you Gardiner P.D. and Nurse Bourdelais for sharing your expertise today,
during our scheduled practice lockdown. Nice job everyone!
Each month, a good citizen chooses a Theme Day. Sawyer has chosen, dress as your favorite school appropriate tv character, which will be celebrated on Friday, October 26th. Nice Job!
Thank you for the wonderful supplies for our school Kirby. Today, Gardiner FederalCredit Union, dropped off various supplies to be used through out our building. Each Fall members of Gardiner Federal donate supplies to be given to all the schools inM.S.A.D. #11.
August 31, 2018
Dear Parents/Guardians/Students:
Welcome Back! The School Board, staff, and I look forward to having your children return to school for the 2018-2019 school year. We wish great personal and academic success for your child(ren) throughout this school year. As the new year begins, below is some important information for you.
Early...
MSAD 11 TRANSPORTATION Bus Routes 2018-2019
The first day of school for grades K-9 is Wednesday Aug 29th, grades 10-12 Thursday Aug 30th , and Pre-Kindergarten Tuesday September 4th. All routes are subject to time and route changes based on enrollment. The Transportation Office will be available between 6:00 am - 2:00 pm to answer questions on times and...
June 5, 2018
To: Parent/Guardian:
Your child’s health is important to us and we strive to keep you up to date with what is happening in our facility, which is why we are writing to notify you that chickenpox has been identified in our district. Currently one case is identified districtwide with the potential of a second case.
...
Today, Ms. Galibois-Barss and Mrs. Duca's students enjoyed spending time sharing some books.
Yesterday, Mrs. Duca welcomed Crystal Peltzer as her Mystery Reader. Many thanks for joining us Crystal, and a special thanks to your daughter for the loan.
Happy Monday!
River View students will bring home a "Parent Engagement Survey" today. Please ask your child for the blue survey they received today. Would you kindly complete and return the survey to school, no later than, Friday, May 25th. Thank you for your feedback.
Today, Chief Toman, stopped by to congratulate our "Good Citizens of the Week," nice job Kamar, Annabelle and Faith.
Maine Department of Education - Summer Food ProgramPlease contact the Boys and Girls Club for further information
Last Friday, Chief Toman and Officer Niedner took on the fourth and fitfh grade for a Game of Four Square.
This past Friday, students in fifth grade walked the one mile loop to clean up the neighborhood and add more steps to their fit bands.
Today, Ted McInerney from WCSH Channel 8, visited our school for a live weather report at 6a.m.
Students at River View have been hard at work raising donations over the last 5 weeks for the American Heart Association. This year we raised a total of $2,141.50, which is approximately $150.00 more than last year! Mrs. Duca's classroom won the mystery box by raising the most donations with a total of $521.50. Great work River View!! Thank you for your ongoing...
Click here for REVISED SCHOOL CALENDAR as of April 5, 2018
Our third graders completed their testing and were given a round of applause this past Friday. Testing for grade four begins this week. Great work third graders!
For the third week in March, our good citizens are: Olivia, Nikita and Chris. Congratulations to each of you.
Good Citizens of the Week- First Week in March
Congratulations to our recent students: Isabella, Kayliegh, Chasity.
Reminder: Thursday March 15, 2018 is a FULL DAY of school for students.
Do you know how many neurons (nerve cells) were in your brain when you were born and how they allow you to think and respond to your environment each day?
Our REACH students grades 3, 4, and 5, have been learning about this 3 pound mass found inside our head which is filled with over 100 billion neurons at birth. These neurons create a vast network...
Today, River View students listened to a presentation from Gardiner Area High School students. Their primary discussion was focused on "What Makes You Human." Thank you ladies for your time and dedication.
February 28, 2018
Dear Parents/Guardians, Students, and Staff:
Due to the number of school related threats and violence around the country, most recently the senseless school shooting in Florida, I am writing to let you know that the MSAD 11 administration is working with local law enforcement to evaluate our existing safety protocols and...
As a result of being unable to gather information as requested by the MSAD 11 School Board, tonight's Special Board Meeting to discuss the possible closing of the TC Hamlin School has been cancelled. The meeting will be rescheduled once the information is made available.
This weeks good citizens are Isabella, Abigail, and Max. Nice job everyone.
Congratulations Abigail, Troy and Jackson for being our Good Citizens of the Week, during the first week in February.
Our winner for the second week In January: Alden, Chase and Sarah.
Congratulations Cole, Destiny and Wyatt for being our "Good Citizens for the third week in January.
Today, third graders, had the opportunity to try their hand at pottery. This was step one in their project, stay tuned for more posts during the upcoming weeks. Additional images are posted on our Facebook page. Nice job third graders!
This week, students from the STARS classroom, invited folks from Uplift for a Holiday Celebration. Everyone shared reading "The Night Before Christmas", decorating cookies, and singing. Thank you Uplift for the memories. Happy Holidays. Please be sure to view additional images on our Facebook page, titled A Visit from Uplift.
Today, students had the opportunity to create a "Winter Scene" on cedar shingles in fifth grade Art Class. Additional images are posted on our Facebook page.
Today, our fifth graders shared their projects with their family and other grade levels. Additional images have been posted on our facebook page. Nice job everyone!
5th grade would like to invite you to walk around our classrooms tomorrow morning, Tuesday 12/19, between 9:30-10:30. Our students have been working on a Country/Holiday report and would like to share them with you.
On behalf of the River View School, thank you for your support during our recent wreath sale.
Congratulations to our Good Citizens of the Week: Jennifer, Ceriayna, and Dylan
Smiling all the way...Yesterday, our students had a fabulous morning shopping for their families. We have so many people to thank for this heartwarming experience: those of you who blessed us with all these awesome donations, our staff for their collaborative effort, and our volunteers, who spent their morning helping the children select and wrap. Additional images...
December 2017
Weather Related School Cancellations
With the meteorologists forecasting snow, it may be helpful to share the process I use to determine whether to cancel school due to inclement weather.
The decision to release, cancel or delay school is never an easy one and often creates armchair quarterbacks. Including me! Please know that...
Last evening, fourth and fifth grade, chorus and band students, performed at the High School Little Theater. They sounded fabulous and looked amazing, congratulations! Also, a big thank you to Mr. Walton and Mr. Newton for their patience and dedication. Additional images have been posted in an album on facebook.
Congratulations to Jenna, Damien and Noah for being selected as this weeks Good Citizens.
Ms Henerlau's Project
Kids "Get Active! Save Lives" With UNICEF Power Bands!
My students need UNICEF Power Bands and the supporting curriculum in order to “Get Active! and Save Lives” of malnourished children around the world!
To see how you can help, please follow this link and click on the blue "Kids Get Active"
https://www.donorschoose.org/Henerlau
River View School
Winter Concert
For 4th & 5th Grade Chorus
5th Grade Band
Thursday, December 7th, 2017
GAHS Little Theater at 6:30pm.
Students please report to GAHS Cafeteria
by 6:00pm.
All chorus and band students will be participating in a dress rehearsal at GAHS Little Theater at 9:00a.m. that morning.
Today, River View fifth graders enjoyed a morning making ornaments, gift tags and reindeer cocoa mix. These items will be on sale this Saturday, during the craft fair being held at Laura E. Richards from 9-2pm. Many thanks to our parent volunteers, classroom teachers and students for their enthusiasm and creativity. Please be sure to see all the images captured...
For 4th and 5th Grade Chorus
5th Grade Band
Thursday, December 7th, 2017
GAHS Little Theater at 6:30 PM
Students please report to GAHS Cafeteria by 6:00 pm
Concert attire is slightly dressy.
No ripped, torn, or dirty jeans or sweatpants.
No heavy clothing as the theater gets very warm.
Girls do not have to wear dresses, and boys...
Dear Parents/Neighbors/Friends,
Thank you for your recent wreath order, copies of your orders along with the receipts went home today with students.
The wreaths will be available for pick up on Monday, December 4th after 1:30p.m.. Your order may be picked up in the main lobby at River View. For your convenience, we’ll be here until 6p.m. Once again, many thanks...
Due to the holiday festivities taking place in Gardiner this Friday evening, December 1, the River View Fifth Grade Social has been canceled. We are postponing it until spring.
Today, our school enjoyed PJ Day. While some do some reading, others enjoyed a movie and a little snack.
Today was the day we delivered all the wonderful food that has been collected over the past couple weeks. We couldn't have done this without your help! Also, a huge thank you to my helpers who filled my car to the top. Your contributions were dropped off the Gardiner High School where they will be distributed on Monday. Frozen turkeys are also still being accepted...
Today, students rotated with other grade levels and played games, work on puzzles, built with legos and colored just to name a few activities. Parents are welcome to join during these events.
Today, students in Mrs. Duca's Classroom shared what they were thankful for. Thank you Officers for sharing your morning with us.
November Students of the WeekCongratulations: Alexis, Cole, Izabell, Cady and Emma
River View Holiday Bazaar
December 13, 2017 (Wednesday)
We are now collecting new or gently used items for our annual holiday bazaar. Some examples of gifts donated in the past include:
ScarvesOrnamentsJewelryCoffee mugsPicture framesVasesMusic boxesUp to date calendars.
Thank you!
Thank you for your generosity, wer'e collecting for those in need through next Wednesday. These items will be brought to the Gardiner Area High School, where they will be distributed along with turkeys prior to Thanksgiving.
The Gardiner Area High School is looking for nonperishable items for baskets. Some of the suggested items include: canned vegetables, soups, gravy, tuna fish, macaroni and cheese, sugar, flour, olives, pickles, cranberry sauce, boiled onions, cake mixes, cookie and brownie mixes, peanut butter, juice, jams, taco kits. We have placed a drop off box outside the...
November 2, 2017
Re: New Notification System and Make-up of Storm Days
Dear Parents/Students/Staff:
I hope this finds you all warm and safe with power restored.
The wide-spread power outages proved to be a challenge for the new MSAD 11 communication system. On Monday, some parents and students received multiple phone calls and texts, while...
Our annual wreath fundraiser begins today, thank you for your support for the River View Students.
We will be celebrating our Harvest day tomorrow, November 3, 2017. The pumpkin contest winners will be announced and students may dress up (nothing scary or inappropriate) if they wish. A special treat will be given for snack, students with food allergies should bring something they would like.
There were a lot of students this week being outstanding citizens. Congratulations Madison Chartier, Brey McCamish and Danica Martin.
Today, students in Mrs. Duca's classroom celebrated "Disney Day".
We appreciate your hard word and dedication, thanks for all you do every day.
It was a wonderful way to start a Friday, being greeted with all these smiles.
Mrs. Marquis, our Art Teacher, is looking for old paint brushes. She is planning a fun Paris Craft project with the fifth grade. Brushes should be clean with the bristles still in tact. Thank you for your interest.
Today Mrs. Storey's classroom enjoyed a visit from "Hermie". Additional images are posted in the Gallery and on Facebook.
September 2017
Dear Students/Parents/Guardians:
MSAD 11 now has a mobile App! In an effort to enhance our communication with parents, guardians, students, and the community, the MSAD 11 websites have been reconstructed in conjunction with the creation of a mobile App.
Since spring, our technology department has worked with a company called Apptegy...
To: Parents and Students:
Date: September 26, 2017
RE: School Lunch Program
I am writing to encourage every parent/guardian who has not already completed a Meal/Milk Free and Reduced Application to do so. Applications can be completed online at http://www.msad11.org/foodservice or a hardcopy provided by Linda Sergent, Director of...
Today officers from Gardiner P.D. visited Mrs. Keene's classroom for a little game time. Additional images are posted on Facebook.
Our fifth graders enjoyed a field trip to Walpole, Me to visit the Darling Marine Center yesterday. This is a fabulous trip with lots of hands on activities. Additional images have been posted in our gallery.
This morning Kerby stopped by to deliver some wonderful school supplies donated by their members. Many thanks for the special delivery, the'll be perfect for our school year.
Today Mrs. Lorbeski's Fourth Graders enjoyed a new kid in their class. Thank you Megan for bringing your little one in for everyone to enjoy.
Today, Ms. Henerlau took her classroom outside to work on their assignments and escape the heat.
All orders are due tomorrow, thank you for your support. We will see you Wednesday, October 4th, at 6pm to pick up your order. Copies of your original orders along with a receipt will be sent home with students.
This week, Garfield and Alyssa were recognized as "Good Citizens" Congratulations!
Today officers dropped off a large box of school supplies and back packs for students in need at the River View School. These supplies were collected at the police department and are being distributed around the district. Many thanks Gardiner P.D. for all you do for our community.
Today we had our scheduled practice lockdown. Officer David Tims was here to support the students and staff in the practice procedures. Everyone did a wonderful job.
Last Spring, third graders were given cabbage seedlings from Bonnie's Plants. They had the opportunity to enter a state wide growing contest if they chose. Logan took on the challenge and grew a ten pound veggie. Nice job Logan, you must be proud!
Congratulations to our first three students of the week, Kayden, Coty and Alley. During each week, all students have the opportunity to collect good behavior slips, which are placed in a container and then randomly selected. During the last week of each month, another student will be chosen in the same fashion. This student will select a themed day to celebrate for...
Todays Gardiner Lego Robotics PresentationFor more information gardinerlegorobots@gmail.comThanks Mr. Seed for this wonderful presentation. A special thanks to Mikayla a former RVCS student.
This morning, volunteers from Molina Health Care, presented River View, with school supplies donated by their employees . Thank you all for your generosity. Pictured: Susan & Tim Rampage, Tim Flynn, Kelly Patrick, Amanda Sergent and Al Ghoreyeb
One of the perks to being a student and teacher are the hugs, welcome back everyone.
August 2017
Dear Parents/Guardians/Students:
Welcome Back! As we begin the school year, I want to welcome you as our partner in your child’s education. We value, appreciate, and seek out your involvement and collaboration for the success of your child.
Our goal this year is to ensure that every student attends school regularly. Positive attendance is a key...
Please follow the link below for a list of the Bus Routes for the 2017/2018 school year.
http://5il.co/1pvp
The first day of school for grades K-9 is Wednesday Aug 30st, grades 10-12 Thursday Aug 31st , and Pre-Kindergarten Tuesday September 5th. All routes are subject to time and route changes based on enrollment.
The Transportation Office will be...