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Mission
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Rivermont Collegiate is dedicated to academic excellence and maximizing the potential of each student through a nurturing, stimulating, and structured environment that advances the individual's intellect, character, and creativity while guiding the student on a path of life-long learning, prepared to engage fully in his or her local, national, and global communities.
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Check out clothing items with the Rivermont crest. Our Preferred School # 900069642
Shop Here!
Sweatshirts, t-shirts, and caps are available from the Parents' Council.
Don't forget to buy your Imp or Tiger t-shirt!
Parents' Council Order Form
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Where there are no spectators, only participants!
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RIVERMONT COLLEGIATE 1821 Sunset Drive Bettendorf, IA 52722
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Dear Rivermont Community,
On Wednesday, November 25, 2009, Rivermont will host its annual Grandparents' and Special Friends' Day. Because this is the
day before Thanksgiving, it is our hope that relatives will be gathering in the
Quad Cities and, therefore, will be able to attend. This year Grandparents and Special Friends are welcome to join us beginning at the start of the school day, 8:30 AM. This will give our special guests more time in the classrooms. There will be a brief reception at 10:00 AM in Central Hall to give the students and the teachers time to get ready for the program at 10:30 in the auditorium. Our special day will end at 11:30 A.M. when all our students will be dismissed and the Thanksgiving Break will begin.
If your child's grandparents are unable to attend, we would
encourage you to invite a special guest (family member, friend, colleague,
neighbor, etc.) so your child will have someone with whom to share the day.
Please send us contact information for your son/daughter's special guests. We would like to send them a specially prepared invitation. We are happy to send invitations to all grandparents, whether they can join us or not. It is always nice to know that someone has been thought of.
Contact Tammi Burrell at burrell@rvmt.org no
later than Monday, November 2nd with the following information so the invitations can be mailed in time.
Student Name & Grade
Guest Name
Street
Address
City/State/Zip
Relationship to my
student: grandparent,
aunt/uncle, sibling, neighbor, colleague, adult friend, other
Thank you very much
for your help, and I look forward to meeting all of the grandparents and
special friends on November 25th.
Rick St. Laurent
Headmaster
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Parents' Council
Thank You! Thank You! Thank You!
A special thanks to Bindu Alla who provided snacks for the faculty during
parent teacher conferences on behalf of Parents' Council.
A BIG thanks to our BookFair committee....Katie Franks, Kristel Ersan,
Lynn McLaughlin. We had another successful fair. Also, thanks to all
the volunteers!!!
You help make the Rivermont Experience!
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KUDOS
Siemens Foundation recognizes one of our own
On October 23, the Siemens Foundation announced the
Semifinalists and Regional Finalists of the Siemens Competition in Math,
Science & Technology, revealing the brightest high school minds in
contention for the nation's most coveted teen science prize.
Rivermont is proud to announce that senior
Roshan Babu has been recognized as a semifinalist. Roshan in the only student to be recognized
in the state of Iowa. Congratulations Roshan on this prestigious recognition!
Intellect - Character - Creativity
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H1N1 Reminder
Prevent the spread of the virus - Stay home if you are ill.
We continue to be vigilant at School trying to mitigate the spread of H1N1 in our community. We currently have the lowest absence due to flu rate in Scott County. We believe this is due to both healthy habits at school combined with sick students staying home.
We are still waiting for word from the Health department concerning immunization. Parents and guardians will be contacted as soon as we receive word.
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Student Food Drive
Students helping the Quad Cities
One More Week!
Can we match or exceed last year?
So far we have raised 4,000 pounds. This is 7,000 less than last year. The need in our community is even greater this year.
The food that is most
needed is canned vegetables and fruits, juice, tuna and canned meats, pork and
beans, stews.
The FoodBank will not accept perishable items, pet food, bulk
items, soda, or clothes.
Wednesday, November 4 - Last Day to collect food!
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Third Grade News
Cultural Learning Experience
Gabe Heaney's grandmother, Pat Stotts, visited the 3rd
grade class to teach them about Sweden. Gabe's mother and grandfather came along as
well to assist with the presentation.
Mrs. Stotts told the students about life in Sweden. She brought a map to show
the children the area of Sweden
where Gabe's family originally came from.
She also shared several books with the students about Swedish history
and traditions. Mrs. Stott's told the
legend of Lucia and the Swedish Lucia celebration. The students enjoyed a delicious Smorgasbord
of Swedish meatballs, licorice, cheese, lingonberry jam, cracker bread, and
Pepparkaka (ginger cookies). She read a
book about the Dala Horse and then showed the children her Dala Horse. The Stotts brought in several other Swedish
items to share with the children. The 3rd
grade is looking forward to several more cultural learning experiences this
year.
Thank you Mr. & Mrs. Stotts and Mrs. Heaney for sharing your heritage with us!
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Early School News
How many colors do pumpkins grow?
On October 21, 2009, Rivermont's Early School set off for the Pride of the Wapsi Pumpkin Patch. The sun was shining and we had a great day at the Pumpkin Patch. Everyone rode in the wagon to the "patch" and each child, teacher, and adult picked a perfect pumpkin to take home. We learned that there are two blossoms on a pumpkin vine (called giggle vines), a boy blossom and a girl blossom; each shaped differently. We learned that worker bees only live 30 days. We learned that pumpkins come in 7 colors - red, white, blue, green,  yellow, orange, and tan. Everyone had a great day!
Thank you to the many parents who came along for the fun AND thank you to our patient bus driver, Mr. Jim. 
We love pumpkins!
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Children's Literature Festival
Students experience writing from authors
Twelve students in grades 3, 4, and 5 went with Mrs. Carr
and two parents (Mrs. Lucas and Mrs. Fly)
to the David R. Collins Literature Festival at the River Center
on October 27, 2009. The students
attended sessions with authors, storytellers, and journalists. Carol Gorman, Cedar Rapids, explained how she got the idea
to write the book, Stumptown Kid, a
book about a boy who develops a friendship with a baseball player from the
Negro leagues back in the 1930's. She is
currently working on a book about an orphan who walked across Iowa to find her sister. Jill Esbaum of Dixon, Iowa
told the students about how she got the ideas for writing several picture
books. She is currently working on a
series of books for National Geographic.
She showed the students a page from her latest book and had them help
her choose a caption for the picture. Gary
Metivier, award-winning journalist and KWQC TV-6 news anchor, brought his pig
that served as his inspiration for his "Willie's Wagon" series of juvenile
books. Several students got to actually
touch a real pig! Mike Mickle, writer of
the book Growing Up with FussyPants
CrankyShirt, had the students help him write a story. Other authors and storytellers included
Belinda Holbrook, Duffy DeFrance, Eric Tucker, and Chris Turnipseed. Students were inspired to use everyday
experiences along with vivid imaginations to continue to write awesome stories,
poems, and other literary works. Each
student also received a free book to take home.
Rivermont students touch the professional world!
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Concordia Language Village
Parlons
français
Attention Grade 3-6 French
students! It's time to register for our annual trip to Concordia Language Villages April 16-18, 2010. Information
and registration forms have gone home. If you have any questions please contact Mrs.
Fee at fee@rvmt.org. The deadline for turning in your $50 deposit
and registration forms is Tuesday, November 3.
Spanish students will be receiving their information packets in
November. We look forward to a great
language learning experience. I hope your child can come along!
Madame Fee
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Kindergarten reaches out to Germany
We have friends all over the world
Our 1st grade friends
from Gorxheimertal, Germany.
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Smile for the Camera!
School Picture Retake Day - November 4
Picture
Retakes will be held on Wednesday, November 4 at 10:45 AM. Students
wanting a retake should dress for pictures on Nov. 4th and bring the
individual photo packet to the photographer. You should
keep the class photo.
We have been told that retakes will be delivered before
the Thanksgiving Break.
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John Deere IS Explorers
Interested in pursuing a career in computer technology?
IS Explorers is a co-ed program for young adults, offering high school students in the Quad Cities a real world, business view of computers and technology. The program consists of bi-weekly meetings presented by computer professionals who work in the Information Systems division of John Deere. Students are given presentations, take part in hands-on labs and have educational, computer-oriented competitions.
John Deere IS Explorers is one of about fifty Exploring Posts in the Quad City area, offering local students a view of fields such as law enforcement, law and government, aviation, medical and health careers, computers, and more. Past Explorers have used the program as an opportunity to gain experience towards a particular discipline. This not only helps to determine if a particular career is what a student wants to pursue, but it also offers a head start on others pursuing the same career after high school.
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Share the Experience
Tours and Open House for prospective families
The first Tuesday of the month is Open Tour Day. Anyone interested in learning more about Rivermont is welcome to stop in between 8:30 and 10:00 AM without an appointment. Someone is always on hand to give a tour or sit and talk about our School.
Our next Open Tour is Tuesday, November 3, 8:30-10:00 AM
No appointment needed!
We also have an evening Open House scheduled for Thursday, November 19, 6:00-8:00 PM.
Contact Cindy Murray for more information. (563) 359-1366 ext 302
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 Monkey See, Monkey Do
PreSchool and Junior Kindergarten
Saturday Fun with Friends at Rivermont
Bring a friend for oodles of fun!
Snacks, crafts, and story time too!
Saturday - November 7, 14, and 21
10:00 - 11:00 AM
in the PreSchool classroom
(Lower Level of Becherer Hall)
RSVP Cindy Murray, Admission Director
(563) 359-1366, ext. 302 or
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Middle and Upper School Lions
Celebrate our Fall Season
Please join us on Monday, November 2
at 6:30 PM in the Becherer Hall cafeteria for a celebration of our fall sports
season.
We will enjoy cake and ice cream
while we recognize the efforts of our volleyball and cross country
teams.
Everyone is welcome to attend. No
RSVP is required.
See you Monday
night!
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Community Happenings
Activities in the QC
Saturday, November 7, 1:00-2:00 PM
Anti-bully seminar for kids 8-12 years old co-sponsored by Morrow's Academy of Martial Arts and Happy Joe's. The seminar will be held at Morrow's Academy at 1321 5th Avenue, Moline. There is no charge of the session and there will be Happy Joe's pizza and refreshments served afterwards. You must register to attend by November 6 by calling (309) 764-1929.
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Do You Have News?
Include activities and news in HEADlines
Submit items to be considered for inclusion in HEADlines by Wednesday noon.
marietta@rvmt.org
burrell@rvmt.org
stlaurent@rvmt.org
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Fall Back
Daylight Savings Time ends Sunday - Set Your Clocks Back 1 Hour
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Upcoming Events
November
2-5 Can Art Display in Central Hall
2 Fall Sports Awards, 6:30 PM
3 Open Tour, 8:30 AM
4 Last day to bring in cans for Student Food Drive
11 Parents' Council Meeting, 8:30 AM
12 Spelling Bee, Grades 4-8, 2:45 PM
13 Fall Play: Ladies Sigh No More, 7:00 PM
14 SSAT
Saturday Basketball, 9 AM - 12 PM
Fall Play: Ladies Sigh No More, 7:00 PM
17 FAFSA Workshop, 7:00 PM
19 Admission Open House, 6-8:00 PM
21 Saturday Basketball, 9AM - 12 PM
24 Alumni Imp-Tiger & Basketball Game
25 Grandparents & Special Friends Day
Program, 10:30 AM
Early Dismissal, 11:30 AM
26-29 Thanksgiving Break - Happy Turkey!
30 Festival of Trees, 3:00 PM
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