Weekly News & Updates

 

April 09, 2023

 

Administration


Dr. Robert Compton

Head of School


Ms. Erica McCray

Elementary Principal


Dr. Christina Dempsey

Secondary Principal

6 - 9


Mr. Richard Ball

Secondary Principal

10 - 12


Ms. Dwana Tillman

Assistant Principal

K - 9


Other Contacts


Ms. Kathryn Carr

School Counselor

K - 6


Ms. Caroline Menges

School Counselor

7 - 12


Ms. Christine Born

Program Coordinator/ College & Career Counselor

10 - 12


Mr. Chris Carroll

Dean of Students


Ms. Shenelle Mabey

Student Information


Ms. Katie Robinson

Front Office


Nurse Donna

School Nurse


Ms. Kelly Burns

Food Services

K - 9

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Happy Sunday, Pride!


I hope you all had a restful and enjoyable spring break! As we return to school, I want to take a moment to reflect on our progress thus far and discuss what we can do to make the most of the remaining two months of the school year.


First and foremost, I want to commend our students for their hard work and perseverance throughout this school year. Our students have continued to demonstrate their dedication to learning and their commitment to their education. As we enter the final stretch of the school year, it is important that we continue to encourage and support our students in their academic pursuits.


At this point in the school year, it can be easy for students to become complacent or lose focus. However, it is essential that we maintain our momentum and strive to finish the year strong. As a school community, we can work together to ensure that our students are equipped with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed both academically and personally.


One way that we can support our students is by setting goals for the remaining two months of the school year. Encouraging students to set both short-term and long-term goals can help them to stay motivated and focused on their studies. Whether it is to improve a particular grade, complete a challenging project, or develop a new skill, setting achievable goals can provide students with a sense of purpose and direction.


In addition to setting goals, it is important that we continue to prioritize communication and collaboration between teachers, students, and families. Regular communication between home and school can help to ensure that students are receiving the support they need both inside and outside of the classroom. Whether it is through email, phone calls, or parent-teacher conferences, maintaining open lines of communication can help to ensure that everyone is on the same page and working towards the same goals.


Finally, I want to remind our families of the importance of self-care and well-being. As we enter the final stretch of the school year, it can be easy to become overwhelmed or stressed. Encouraging students to prioritize their mental and physical health can help to ensure that they are able to stay focused and engaged in their studies. Whether it is through exercise, mindfulness practices, or simply taking breaks throughout the day, prioritizing self-care can help to promote overall well-being and academic success.


In conclusion, I want to thank our families for their continued support and commitment to their children's education. As we approach the end of the school year, let us continue to work together to ensure that our students are equipped with the skills, knowledge, and support they need to succeed both academically and personally. Let us continue to prioritize open communication, goal-setting, and self-care in order to finish the year strong. Together, we can make the most of the remaining two months of the school year and set our students up for success in the future.


In Strength and Blessings,

~Dr. Compton

 

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School Lunches (K - 9th Grade)


Please remember if you are ordering your child’s lunch all orders need to be in by 10:00 pm the night before ( for instance if you want your child to have lunch on Tuesday you will need to order Monday by 10:00 pm.)

No orders will be counted for the same day.

This is to make sure our caterer is getting the correct count.


Thank you for your assistance,

Kelly Burns

Foodservice Coordinator 

Lunch Menu
 
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COVID

Pride, we adjusted our COVID-related protocols to be more inline with the latest DHEC recommendations (which were updated on 8/15/22).  The latest DHEC guidance can be found here. 


If your child tests positive for COVID, please use this form to communicate this to Nurse Donna. If you have any COVDI-related questions, please contact Nurse Donna. 

A Note from Ms. Carr & Ms. Teague

Greetings,


We hope all of you had a wonderful, relaxing spring break! What a perfect time to reset!


“What do you want to be when you grow up?”


Did you know that it’s never too early to encourage children to explore careers? Today, they might want to be doctors, lawyers, or musicians. Tomorrow, they may want to be Olympic athletes or astronauts. That’s all part of the fun! For children, career exploration is a fundamental part of development. It helps them look forward to and prepare for their future. By having children explore careers through various activities, they can be equipped with the knowledge that there are multiple paths out there for them. 


We want all of our students to #DREAMBIG! Throughout the next few weeks, students will engage in career exploration and various activities. 


Make sure to review the 4-H flyer and Clemson Extension Summer Reading camps information found in the Elementary section as well.


Have a great week!!

(((HUGS)))

Ms. Carr and Ms. Teague

 

Read More Here!

These programs teach key reading skills for every grade, from phonics and sight words for younger children to comprehension, textbook strategies and writing skills for older kids, and everything in between.

Information Packet
 

We need VOLUNTEERS!


Field Day will be May 4, 2023! Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. You will need to complete a background check to be able to volunteer: 

https://securevolunteer.com/riverwalk-academy/home

Sign Up Now

Elementary Yearbooks


Just wanted you to know that you can go ahead and purchase the yearbook for this school year if you want to get a head start.




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A Note from Dr. Dempsey

Hello PRIDE!


I hope you had a blessed and restful Spring Break. I am hoping we are all rested and recharged for the last six weeks of school. As we head into the “Final Countdown” please make sure your student is keeping up with work in PowerSchool. With testing and all the end of the year activities, it is easy for things to slip by. Please see the graphics above related to testing dates. 


As students are returning to school this week, please make sure your student remembers that cellphones are not allowed to be out during the school day and that air pods need to be taken off when entering the building. 


We are excited to announce that we will be having our 8th grade promotion ceremony on May 24, 2023 at Eastview Baptist Church. We will be sending more information out in the next week regarding specific details for students and guests. 


As always, thank you for trusting us with your students and let’s make it a great week PRIDE!! 



Warmly, 

Christy Dempsey

A Note from Ms. Menges

Happy Sunday!



Mrs. Menges

Middle/High Yearbook


Just wanted you to know that you can go ahead and purchase the yearbook for this school year if you want to get a head start.

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RiverTech Students

(a catchy-name for our 10th-12th grade students)

A Note from Mr. Ball

Hello PRIDE,


I hope you all had a great spring break. As we enter the last stretch of the school year we have a lot of exciting things happening for our students. Events such as prom, senior spirit week, the BPA trip to nationals, and participating in college visits will create high school memories that will last a lifetime.


We are also about two and a half weeks away from the State EOC tests being administered in English 2, US History and Biology.


With everything we have going on it is important for students to maintain their focus so they can perform their best in their classes.


Exam Schedule:

  • April 27 - English 2 EOC - Main campus
  • April 28 - English 2 EOC - Main campus
  • May 1 - US History EOC - Main campus
  • May 2 - Biology EOC - Main campus

Teacher made exams

  • May 2 - 1st period - 8:30 - 9:58
  • May 2 - 4th period - 10:02 -11:30

**Students dismissed at 11:30**

  • May 3 - 2nd period exam - 8:30 - 9:58
  • May 3 - 3rd period exam - 10:02 - 11:30

**Students dismissed at 11:30**


As always, thank you for your continued support.

Richard

803-981-7061

RiverTech Students: May College Visits

RiverTech Students- Sign up for our May College Visits!

Interested in seeing some college campuses? Riverwalk is taking 10th-12th grade students on college visits during the month of May. Spots are first-come-first-serve!

  1. May 4th: North Greenville University and Furman University
  2. May 11th: Lander University and Anderson University
  3. May 15th: USC Upstate, Spartanburg Methodist College, and Wofford College

Click here to learn more and reserve your spot.

Click here to make your payment on the school store.

Rising Juniors and Seniors- This is a great opportunity for those who are interested in pursuing a career in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and/or math). Throughout the week, students will work with cyber experts, engineers, scientists, professors, entrepreneurs, and more. You will also get to visit Microsoft's Charlotte campus, Winthrop University, and work with Catawba Nation.

Please click HERE to access the application.

Dual Enrollment Students

Welcome back from Spring Break! I hope you all got some rest and are ready to tackle the last part of the semester. You only have about three and a half weeks left in the school year. Take a deep breath and push through!!


This week, take stock of what the final few weeks look like in your classes. Don't forget about the calendar feature in D2L. If you're struggling in your classes, make sure you reach out to your professors and ask for help or inquire about making up work. If you need tutoring, don't forget you have access to that through York Tech.

 

PadLet 

Don't forget to check the Riverwalk Academy Padlet daily for updates on scholarships. Opportunities are uploaded frequently, so don't miss your chance to earn some cash for college!

Padlet

Middle/ High Yearbook


Just wanted you to know that you can go ahead and purchase the yearbook for this school year if you want to get a head start.




Order Now

Our student athletes continue to do well in our athletic programs. They work hard and improve every day. We invite you to come out and watch them compete in any of our upcoming events.


Upcoming Events:

  • Tuesday, April 11 - Golf at Lewisville (Chester GC) 4:00
  • Wednesday, April 12 - Track at Clover 5:00
  • Thursday, April 13 - Track at York 5:00
  • Thursday, April 13 - Golf at Chester 4:00


If you have any questions regarding athletics at Riverwalk Academy please contact Mr. Ball at rball@riverwalkacademy.com 

or 803-981-7061.


Follow us on:

Monday: 04/10/23

  • No School - K-9th Campus


Tuesday: 04/11/23

  • Golf at Lewisville (Chester GC) 4:00


Wednesday: 04/12/23

  • Track @ Clover - 5:00 pm


Thursday: 04/13/23

  • Golf @ Chester - 4:00 pm
  • Track @ York - 5:00 pm


Friday: 04/14/23

  • Riverwalk GT Fun Run (K-5th)

Pride Believe. Pride Achieve. 

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