RAIDERS UPDATE

Raiders News

Happy Friday Riverview! This week brought many guests and former students into the building to participate in the annual Riverview Market. Grade 9 students put their entrepreneurial skills to the test as they created business plans, financial targets and sales tactics to sell their products. Thank you to Mr. Haugjord for tying this project to the Gr. 9 curriculum and bringing engaging activities to life. Thursday night brought artists into the gym to participate in the Paint Night. Thank you Ms. Lynn for collaborating with our Fundraising Council to bring this event to our school community. Please remember that we are doing an electronic roundup at the school. See the details in the poster below! We hope everyone enjoys the beautiful weather today and tomorrow.

Mr. Pedersen and Ms. Kruse

Important Dates & Reminders:

Please be sure to report absences here and all other communication can be sent to rms@blackgold.ca

Raider Recognition: RESPONSIBILITY - being accountable for your actions, following through on commitments, and recognizing the impact of your choices on yourselves and others.

May 5 - Bus Driver Appreciation Day

May 6 - Grade 6 & 9 Immunizations

May 7 - Open House - 4-6pm All NEW FAMILIES are welcome

May 8 - Gr 8 field trip to Skills Alberta

May 9 - Deadline to purchase Yearbooks ($20 each; purchase on PowerSchool or send cash)

May 12 - School Council & Fundraising Council Meeting at 4:45pm

May 16 & 19 - PD/Victoria Day - No School

May 21 - RMS Bands at ABA Festival in Red Deer

May 27 - Spring Concert at 6pm

IMPORTANT! School Fees!

BG Technology fees, CTF fees and field trip fees if applicable are on your parent portal. It is impossible to run our CTF/Field Trips without the fees. We appreciate your attention to this!

Quarter 4 fees are due now!

Please reach out to our office staff if you would like to set up a payment plan for your fees. Breaking the payments up over the school year can allow you to pay your fees without the stress of paying everything all at once.

Counsellor's Corner

Did you know the Devon Public Library just put out their upcoming events for May? What a line up! For a full list of what's up, click HERE. Also, don't forget that below in Community Events and Information, you will find May's calendar for Devon Local Youth Experience. Lots of fantastic things happening there too.

The following resources and connections posted below are offered to support our Alberta families. They are brought to us by Community Education Services and are put together by AHS. Webinars where pre-registration is required, but they are FREE. For more information, email ces@recoveryalberta.ca

How Does Puberty Affect the Brain? May 5th 6-7:30 pm Click HERE to register

Navigating Technology with our Youth May 6th 6-7:30 pm Click HERE to register

Building Knowledge and Community for Child and Adolescent Mental Health Research May 8th Noon-1pm Click HERE to register

Cherishing Parenthood: Understanding and Coping with Postpartum Emotions May 12th 10:30 am Click HERE to register.

Stress, Stigma, and Safety: Building Supportive Communities for Youth May 13th 11 am-12:30 pm Click HERE to register.

The Science of Newborn Sleep: Unlocking Gentle Sleep Foundations (0-4 Months) May 16th 6:30-7:30 pm Click HERE to register.

Stress Management for Children and Youth May 14 2-3:30 pm Click HERE to register.

Helping Youth With their Future May 15th 2-3:30 pm Click HERE to register.

Digital Dilemma: The Impact of Screens, Social Media, and Gaming on Youth May 22nd 11:30 am-1 pm Click HERE to register

Dyslexia Essentials May 28th 1-3 pm Click HERE to register.

40+ previously recorded presentations can be viewed, anytime, on the CES YouTube playlist.

In case you are interested: a comprehensive list of contact numbers and links for local support: AHS Contacts for Mental Health. In addition, CLICK HERE to access a list of Community Clinics and Crisis Information.

My name is Ronda Kehoe, and I am the Learning Support Teacher as well as our school counsellor. I am not a therapist, but can support students as things come up. Life happens! My role supports students' individual learning and wellness needs as well as acting as a liaison to community and AHS resources. I can be reached through our main office phone at 780-987-2204 or by email at ronda.kehoe@blackgold.ca. Don't hesitate to reach out!