Riverside Distance Learning & Resources
Our goal is to engage students and families in manageable, authentic & meaningful learning opportunities at home during this time.
Greetings Riverside Families!
Riverside will be hosting 3 days of Open Talking Forums.
This will allow Riverside families, staff, and community to connect about various topics such as but not limited to: distance learning, racial justice, the upcoming school year, resource support, and any other questions or concerns that are heavy on your heart!
We understand that this is a time of great uncertainty with lots of questions. We may not have all of the answers at this point but will do our best to answer questions, find answers, listen, and support our Riverside family.
The following dates, times, and links for Open Talking Forums are:
Tuesday, August 4,
10:30-11:30 AM
Hangouts Meet joining info
Or dial: +1 302-440-5793 PIN: 610 535 311#
6-7 PM
Hangouts Meet joining info
Or dial: +1 402-285-2382 PIN: 810 464 995#
Tuesday, August 11
10:30-11:30 AM
Hangouts Meet joining info
Or dial: +1 518-797-6032 PIN: 624 466 871#
6-7 PM
Hangouts Meet joining info
Or dial: +1 716-262-9230 PIN: 565 499 833#
Tuesday, August 18
10:30-11:30 AM
Hangouts Meet joining info
Or dial: +1 919-679-1679 PIN: 275 560 326#
6-7 PM
Hangouts Meet joining info
Or dial: +1 319-346-6113 PIN: 616 791 868#
An Important Note From Riverside Staff
Dear Families of Riverside,
The Rochester Public Schools community is mourning the horrific death of George Floyd. It is heart wrenching to be physically distanced from our staff and students during this difficult time. Despite the distance, we want you to know you are loved, supported, and you matter.
To that end, we want to offer our families a safe and inclusive space to be heard. We are holding listening sessions where families can connect with other families and a Riverside staff member. We will keep comments confidential that will help inform our efforts to improve.
Please feel free to join a listening session.
11-12 p.m. All Students and Families (https://meet.google.com/yjx-xaps-kzq)
12 - 1 p.m. Families of Color (https://meet.google.com/naq-wutr-ozm)
Sincerely,
Riverside Staff
A Note from Rochester Public Schools Superintendent, Mr. Muñoz
5th Grade Recognition
Date: Tuesday, June 2nd, 2020
Time: 2:00 pm
Where: Riverside (6th Street, heading west)
Technology Drop Off Schedule
Tuesday, June 2nd from 2:00-3:30 (5th grade students only and their younger siblings, during recognition)
Thursday, June 4th from 10:00-6:00
Friday, June 5th from 9:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Break Dance with Mona Lisa from the Cowles Center!
ASA Wishes Paint Project!
Hopefully you were able to connect with us last week to pick up the canvas and paints needed for this project. Big thanks to our 21st Century Learning Partners for supporting this project!
Riverside Community Needs Assessment
We want to hear from you! Please take our 2-minute survey so we can help Riverside evolve.
Food and Basic Needs
Food Pick up Information: Weekdays at Riverside and other locations
eResources : Supports for Riverside Families by Riverside Social Worker Laura Foote
Counseling and Social Support
Riverside Social Support website: Find resources for social/emotional needs and how to contact the counselor(s)/social worker(s)
Reading
3rd Grade: Read for 30 minutes daily. See Google Classroom for more information.
Math & Number Sense
NEW:
Previous Week:
April 6-10:
Third Grade: Weekly Focus Lessons in Google Classroom
Creative Opportunities
Many studies show that spending regular time outdoors improves both our physical and mental health and improves concentration. So, outdoor time can be especially valuable during these trying times.
New:
Click to view the weekly Final Otter Broadcast June 1-5 on Youtube
Enrichment
Click here for our Enrichment Opportunities for kids and families !
You'll find maker-space projects and virtual field trips!
A few weeks ago we learned to drum with famous, rock and roll hall of fame artist, Mike Arturi! Feel free to try these videos again or share with friends and family.
Wednesday's Drumming Lesson with Mike Arturi!
Surprise Readers!
Ms. Rahman Reads, I Wish You More, By Amy Krouse Rosenthal, Tom Lichtenheld
Mrs. Faunce & Mrs. Peterson read, Are You Ready to Play Outside? By Mo WIllems
Mrs. Faunce Reads, Clifford's Family
Mr. Ruzek Reads, My Many Colored Days, by Dr. Seuss
Mrs. Peterson and Mrs. Faunce Read I am a Frog, by Mo Willems
Mr. Ruzek Reads Letters From Students
Ms. Hampl reads, If you Find a Rock by Peggy Christian by
Mrs. Faunce & Mrs. Peterson Read: Watch Me Throw The Ball, by Mo Willems
Mrs. Foote Reads: Where the Wild Things Are, by Maurice Sendak
Mr. Ruzek Reads Outside: Sylvia Jean, Scout Supreme by Lisa Campbell Ernst
Mrs. Baines Sings: Over the Rainbow by Judy Collins
Mr. Ruzek Reads: That Is Not a Good Idea by Mo Willems
Mr. Ruzek Reads: I Am Albert Einstein: Ordinary People Change the World by Brad Meltzer
