OUR MISSION STATEMENT:
The Mission of River Valley School District is quality education.
Our Belief Statement:
We believe:
In setting high expectations and helping all students meet them. In guiding students in completing an academic core that accelerates learning, challenges students to achieve at higher levels and appeals to their interests.
The mission of River Valley School District is quality education.
River Valley Vision
The River Valley School District will:
• become an exemplary learning community that supports innovation and is committed to continuous improvement.
• be a place where a collaborative community develops curriculum, instructional strategies and assessment to ensure all students learn.
• address the academic, social, emotional and physical needs of its learners.
• prepare all students for college and career achievement through a high-quality career/technical education and college-preparatory academic core.
From the Student Handbook:
Teaching and learning proper conduct is a constructive process with emphasis on the development of self-discipline. Maintaining proper conduct in the schools involves establishing guidelines and limitations for student behavior. Students are expected to cooperate in this process and in general:
• Develop self-discipline.
• Demonstrate responsible social behaviors.
• Show consideration for others.
• Demonstrate honesty toward teachers and fellow students.
• Respect school and personal property.
• Follow the rules of conduct established by the school district.
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Developing good organizational skills is a key ingredient for success in school and in life. Although some people are by nature more organized than others, anyone can put routines and systems in place to help a child "get it together."
Designate a study space. Your child should study in the same place every night. This doesn't have to be a bedroom, but it should be a quiet place with few distractions. All school supplies and materials should be nearby. If your young child wants to study with you nearby, too, you'll be better able to monitor his progress and encourage good study habits.
Set a designated study time. Your child should know that a certain time every day is reserved for studying and doing homework. The best time is usually not right after school — most children benefit from time to unwind first. Include your child in making this decision.
Even if she doesn't have homework, the reserved time should be used to review the day's lessons, read AR, or work on multiplication facts and spelling and vocabulary words.
Conduct a weekly cleanup. Encourage your child to sort through book bags and notebooks on a weekly basis. Old tests and papers should be organized and kept in a separate file at home.
Prepare for the day ahead. Before your child goes to bed, he should pack schoolwork and books in a book bag. The next day's clothes should be laid out with shoes, socks, and accessories. This will cut down on morning confusion and allow your child to prepare quickly for the day ahead.
Most important, set a good example.
Encourage reading in any way you can
Treat your child as though he's an author
Make math part of her everyday life
Teach your child how to listen
Make sure your child is ready for school
Spend time in your child's classroom
Encourage responsibility and independence
Ask your child about school every day
Support your child's teacher and the school rules