About Us

Riverside High School was originally opened in 1965, but moved into a new facility in the fall of 2000 in Decaturville, Tennessee. RHS is a 9th-12th grade school which operates on a modified block schedule with 9-week grading periods. Riverside offers a variety of courses including dual credit options and a well-established career-technical education program. Riverside also has a variety of athletic programs including football, basketball, baseball, softball, golf, and soccer. There are approximately 525 students presently enrolled at Riverside.

Core Values

Respect – We respect, support and value each student and ensure and respect the rights of others. We support and environment that promotes self-discipline, motivation, and experience in learning.

Responsibility – We are responsible for the success of students, support each other, and support our community. It is our responsibility to teach students to communicate effectively through the mastery of problem solving, critical thinking, life - management and communication skills to prepare students for tomorrow.

Commitment – We are committed to our students, each other, and to our profession. We recognize that our obligations extend beyond our professional responsibilities.

Beliefs

1. All students can learn.
2. Each student is unique and deserves the opportunity to achieve his/her potential.
3. All students deserve a quality education in which individual needs are met, exceeded, and supported.
4. Students learn best in a safe, caring environment – one that values diversity, collaboration, and risk-taking.
5. Learning is an essential lifelong process.