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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
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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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Congratulations Class of 2010!
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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,
Nine
months ago, we began the school year. Was that really only nine months
ago? The year has been a full one and it is quickly reaching the
end.
We
combined our Welcome Back Picnic with Back to School Night and a new tradition
was born, in spite of the rain. In September we celebrated our 125th anniversary. Students stepped back in time to experience education in the late 1800's while
parents, alumni, and friends gathered for a wonderful evening of song and good
memories.
Academically,
this was one of the strongest years in recent memory with science taking the
lead. A Siemens Competition semi-finalist, Grand Champion, Senior
Division, EPA Award, and numerous top rankings at the state competition are hints of what we can expect from our Rivermont scientists as they pursue their
science education. History students gave science students a run for the
money garnering 4 of the 24 spots Iowa students will hold at the National
History Day competition. ITBS composite scores in the 99th percentile, 72% of
grades 3-5 qualifying for the BESTS program, and our 5th consecutive top rank on
the Iowa AP Index demonstrates the strength, depth, and challenge of
Rivermont's curriculum. 100% college acceptance and significant merit
scholarship awards illustrate the value placed by colleges on the preparation
and achievements of our graduates.
The
Student Food Drive, Shoes That Fit, United Way Day of Caring, Haiti Disaster
Relief, and our own Rivermont Day of Service demonstrated our student and
School commitment to our local, national and global communities. NAIS
Project 20/20 partnered our Fifth Graders with students in West Virginia and
Guatemala to try and tackle the problem of providing education for all. These and many other projects encourage and guide our students to take
responsibility and become involved in their communities.
Play
productions, art exhibits, musical concerts, festivals and in-class activities
confirmed that creativity is infused throughout the school in all areas and at
all levels. Hardly a week has passed without an example of just how
really creative and talented Rivermont students are.
The
economy has touched everyone including the School. Each of us had to
prioritize and economize. Budgets were trimmed and teachers and staff
took on additional duties while ensuring that the strength of our program
remained intact. The generosity of our families, staff, alumni and
friends through the Annual Fund and our Auction have helped to bridge the gap
between the actual cost of a Rivermont education and the tuition
collected. The tremendous generosity of an alumna who remembered the
School will encourage and reward academic excellence with 2 scholarships and
subsidize other programs annually.
These
are but a few of the highlights that underscored the vitality of the Rivermont
community. We continue to be an important institution in the educational
landscape of the Quad Cities offering a 126 year tradition of excellence.
Nine
months of intellect, character, and creativity. Nine months where there
were no spectators, only participants. Enjoy the summer because come
August the participation begins again!
Rick St. Laurent, Headmaster
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KUDOS
Working to support our community
Serving lunch, unloading boxes, and sorting clothes - oh, my! The Rivermont
sixth grade class volunteered at Café on Vine in Davenport on Friday, May 21st.
Students spent a few hours assisting with lunch for the homeless and
disadvantaged, as well as various other duties to help keep Café on Vine running
smoothly. Not only did students have a lot of fun, but felt a great sense of
accomplishment and inquired about a return trip next year - which will
definitely be added to the calendar! Special thanks go out to parent volunteers
Tina Eckhardt, Laurie Elliott, and Brian McVey, as well as to event coordinators
Carrie Bowman and Cristy Tackett-Hunt. We look forward to visiting Café on Vine
again next year!
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A Fond Farewell
Best wishes to our departing faculty
Faculty and students gathered Wednesday morning to bid farewell to three teachers who will be leaving at the end of the school year. Physical Education teacher Shannon Warlop will be moving to North Carolina where her husband's work has taken him. Third Grade teacher Catherine Carr and her family will be joining her husband who has taken a new parish in Ohio. We wish them much success and happiness in their new homes.
After 22 years teaching Second Grade at Rivermont, Margy Dobbelaere will retire at the end of this year. A special celebration was held on Sunday, May 16 for family, friends, and collegues to honor Mrs. Dobbelaere and reminisce. Wednesday morning the Lower School Student Council presented Mrs. Dobbelaere with a gift while the School presented her with a framed copy of her retirement announcement and bookplate that will grace the many books donated to our Library in her honor.
Thank you Mrs. Dobbelaere for 22 years of dedicated service to the students and families of Rivermont Collegiate. You touched countless lives during your time here, sharing not only your love of books, but providing your students the knowledge for success and the
confidence to use it.
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Parents' Council
Working to support our school!
Got the Write
Stuff? No?!
Parents' Council will once again be ordering The Write Stuff School Supply Kits this year.
Have your child's supplies waiting in his or her classroom on the first day of school. How easy is that?
Supply kits will be available to purchase from May 10 through June 1. You can order your kit from The Write Stuff website, and it will then be delivered to Rivermont. The school has provided The Write Stuff student supply lists for each grade PS-8 so you can be sure you are getting everything your child will need.
You may choose to have your order shipped to Rivermont or directly to you at home. Kits shipped to the school will be delivered to your child's classroom. Shipping is $1 to school or regular UPS rates to your home.
Questions? Contact Jennifer Kearney at (563) 529-2032 or jlk92@hotmail.com or Heidi Storl at (309) 582-2459 or heidistorl@augustana.edu.
Go to: www.write-stuff.com
Click on "School Kits"
Use drop down menus to select state, city & school
Click "Get your school kit"
Start shopping
Check out - Visa and Mastercard accepted.
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Upper School Exam Schedule
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
9:00
- 11:00 AM Foreign
Languages
11:00
AM - 12:00 PM Locker Check and Lock Return
12:30
- 1:00 PM Regular
Lunch
1:00
- 3:00 PM Make- up exams
Exams begin
promptly at the time posted; therefore, students are expected to be in
the exam room ready to begin at the appointed time. Exams end promptly when noted. It is
advised that students be on campus 30 minutes prior to exam start time and in
the exam room 10 minutes prior to start time.
Students are not required to be on campus unless they have
an exam scheduled. The Reading Room will
be open for study. Specific study
sessions may also be scheduled.
All exams will take place on the third floor of the Mansion
unless otherwise noted.
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A Special Day
Promotions and Awards Ceremonies
Wednesday, June 2
Rivermont will be celebrating the accomplishments of our students at two
special ceremonies. The Lower School
will gather in the auditorium at 9AM and the Middle and Upper Schools
will gather at 10:30 AM. There will be a
reception in Central Hall between the ceremonies. Everyone is invited!
In honor of the importance of the day, we ask that all
students wear field trip dress/modified business attire.   Please join us for this special day!
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Class of 2010 - 123rd Commencement
The Day We Have All Been Working Toward
Friday, June 4, marks the culmination of the year. Seniors will gather with faculty, family and
other guests to present their Senior Projects and answer questions from the
audience. Seniors have been called upon
in a similar manner since the first graduating class in 1888. Senior Presentations will begin at 10:00 AM in
the auditorium. Guests are invited to join us. At 4:00 PM, to the
strains of Pomp and Circumstance, the senior class will walk out to the south
lawn of the Mansion for the 123rd Commencement Exercises. Two of our seniors will be recognized as members of the Heritage Club or "lifers" who have
attended our school since Kindergarten. Everyone is invited to participate in this special ceremony. Graduation is an important event and marks the culmination of the Rivermont Experience. We are proud of our graduates' accomplishments and wish them happiness and success as they begin the next phase of their academic lives and take on the responsibilities of adult participants in their communities. March forward like Lions!
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Used Book Sale - August 9
Although Rivermont does not
purchase used books, families may donate used books to School. To help facilitate the parent to parent used book purchases, Monday, August 9 from 11:00
AM until 1:00 PM has been set aside for used book sales. Bring your used books to sell and/or stop by to pick up a few used
books. Tables will be set up that day
for sellers and buyers. Booklists for
each grade will be available.
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Rivermont Annual Fund
This year. Every year.
Thank you for your support of Rivermont's Annual Fund.
Annual Fund ends June 30, 2010.
Every student benefits from your contributions!
75% Current Parent Participation
100% Faculty & Staff Participation
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Summer Opportunities
Check out what is available
5th Annual Quad Cities Kids Triathlon
Saturday, June
5th, 2010, at the Bettendorf Family YMCA facility.
For the third year in a row, the Title Sponsor will be Hy-Vee Food
Stores.
Register early, as the event will
be capped once capacity is reached.
For all event details and to
register, please visit the following link:
Register
If you have any questions, you
should feel free to contact:
Timothy J. McKinnon - Race Director
Hy-Vee - Quad Cities Kids Triathlon
tim@theendresultco.com
563.343.8088
Kaleidoscope
Summer ARTivities for childrenJuly 5-30,
2010 Click here for more information!Augustana
College has been offering creative art classes for children for 60 years.
Classes are offered all year to ages 4-12, although in summer, children can
attend a week at a time instead of a series of Saturdays. Kaleidoscope is
directed by Augustana College professor of art Rowen Schussheim-Anderson. Some
15 professional artists, art historians and art educators teach the
classes.
College for Kids
Black Hawk College
August 2-6, 2010
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Student who have completed 5th, 6th, 7th or 8th grades
$99
Brochures and registration forms available in the Middle School Commons, Mansion Second Floor.
Check this link for a list of summer opportunities.
Stop by the Mansion Reading Room for more flyers, brochures and guides of local, national, and international programs!
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Summer Adventures
Classes for all ages
Keep your students' minds sharp over the summer with educational and enrichment programs at Rivermont. We are offering programs for students preschool age and older. Classes cover a wide variety of interests - from cooking to aviation - to algebra and band.
Registration is open to everyone!
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Do You Have News?
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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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Upcoming Events
May
31 Memorial Day - No School
June
1 Open Tour, 8:30 - 10:00 AM
Lower School Imp-Tiger Day
Upper School exams
2 Lower School Promotion Ceremony, 9:00 AM
Middle & Upper School Awards Ceremony, 10:30 AM
Senior Dinner, 6:00 PM
3 Middle & Upper School trip to AdventureLand
4 Senior Project Presentations, 10:00 AM
123rd Commencement, 4:00 PM
August 2010
9 Used Book Sale in Central Hall, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
12 New student and parent orientation, 4:30-6:00 PM
16 First Day of School, Early Dismissal at 11:30 AM
Please be sure to check the interactive school calendar on the website for the most up-to-date events and information! Click on the link below.
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Have a great summer!
Send us a postcard from your vacation destination!
Rivermont Collegiate
1821 Sunset Drive
Bettendorf, IA 52722
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about how her family members have been in the Quad City area for many years. Her family
originally owned the store that was sold to the Von Maur family. They brought
big pretzels to share with the class to celebrate their German heritage. Lauren's mother told
the students about many of their family traditions
including the German tradition of St. Nicholas. Each child found a shoe full of
goodies in front of the classroo
m door one morning. Evan's mother told us about
his adoption from Korea. 
She brought in things from
their trips to Korea. They also used to live in
China. She brought cookies to share
with the class. Niki's mother told the class about India. Niki danced a traditional dance. Her mother brought matai and mango ice cream
to share with the class. 
