True story…sorta…In Norwalk, Iowa the town where I grew up, the Norwalk Community School District is very similar to the Riverview School District in size with 3 elementaries, 1 middle school and 1 high school. One of the elementary schools is named Oviatt Elementary after my father-in-law who was Superintendent of Norwalk Community Schools for […]
What is a Board of Distinction? The Washington School Directors Association (WSSDA) created a recognition program to recognize school boards that demonstrate alignment with the Washington School Board Standards. In 2016, 24 School Districts out of 295 were selected as Boards of Distinction. These selected schools are then considered for School Board of the Year. […]
The change of seasons always brings weather related school challenges – the Riverview School District provides some excellent weather resources to check when the weather starts to become questionable. Make sure to be prepared ahead of time!
I consider Lori one of the many mentors that taught me professional advocacy and diligent ethic with a kind demeanor. Lori has an earnest desire to promote student activities far beyond the many sporting events she frequents. Since attending elementary school with a few of her own children, I have seen her tireless dedication to […]
The Riverview School District employees and students continue to amaze me, not only in academic achievement, also our staff and students are recognized in many programs including the arts, activities, and athletics. Here are just a few examples of achievement in the past few years: Cedarcrest FFA Named Outstanding Ag Program of the Year Cedarcrest and Tolt […]
The Riverview School District consistently exceeds Washington State’s learning standards. The district is recognized yearly for our academic achievements as well as many other outstanding achievements in many programs including the arts, activities, and athletics. I am proud of our staff and students and these amazing achievements. The Office of Public Instruction awards the Washington State Achievement Awards […]
I am very excited to receive endorsements from two groups this week. One very important endorsement is from the Riverview PSE who we work closely with on collective bargaining agreements for our classified staff members. These people are the bedrock of our district and make sure our students get to school safely, eat amazing meals […]
The Riverview School Board was selected to present locally at the Washington State School Directors Association conference in Bellevue, November, 2017 and nationally at the National School Boards Association in San Antonio, April, 2018. To be selected to speak at these events is an honor and speaks highly of our school board and our school district as […]
The Riverview Schools Committee (RSC) is a local non-profit that relies on donations from individuals in the community to fund campaigns to pass levies and bonds of the Riverview School District #407. Why do we need the RSC? Washington State law prohibits school districts from actively promoting the passage of bonds and levies. Financial resources […]
Youth Success! Mentoring program seeks volunteers. Many of us had a teacher, a coach, or a neighbor who was a mentor to us by being positive and supportive. They made a difference in our lives. Our students need someone like that– Someone who cares about them and makes them feel like they matter. Our students need someone […]
It is my pleasure to offer this endorsement for School Board candidate Lori Oviatt. I’ve known Lori for the past 14 years. In this time, I’ve found her to be a tireless advocate for children. Lori works to be part of the solution for our district. She is a positive problem solver who keeps […]
What can I say about Sally Coomer? What can I NOT say about Sally Coomer? She is an amazing friend and an amazing person. One of the great honors bestowed upon a school board director is the opportunity to present our community members with awards. We present a couple of awards to community members: Community Service […]
I was honored to nominate Christi Irwin and The Irwin Group for the 2017 Riverview Community Service Award. President Van Noy presented the award to Christi Irwin, representative for The Irwin Group, a local real estate agency, on August 8, 2017. This award is given annually by the School Board to a business group or […]