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RIVERMONT COLLEGIATE
Where there are no spectators, only participants!
| September 17, 2010
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Mission Statement
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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Happy 223! Constitution Day!
Dear
Rivermont Community,  On Thursday afternoon the students in grades 3-12 celebrated
Constitution Day with a town hall meeting on specific topics relating to the 5th
amendment, the 14th amendment, term limits and how the nation elects
its president. Students engaged in a lively
and complicated debate. Opinions,
perceptions, and assumptions were freely shared and rebutted. Students had a clear view of freedom of speech
and ideological commitment.  In truth, this was a unique opportunity for our students to
participate in the working of democracy. Across the country, communities gather to
discuss topics important to the area and to the nation. Rivermont's town hall was a first-hand
demonstration of democracy in action.  Special thanks to Leigh Ann Schroeder, our resident
Constitution aficionado, for organizing this school event and to our panel of
Middle and Upper School students who shared their "expertise."
Thanks and kudos as well to all of the students
who participated in the debate. It was
encouraging to see a full spectrum of age, gender, political persuasion, and introvert/extrovert
participate. Once again, Rivermont Collegiate -- where there are no
spectators, only participants!  Happy Constitution Day Rick St. LaurentHeadmaster |
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School Pictures are coming! September 21 & 22
Dress for success and look your best!
Upper School students should dress in business attire for pictures. All other students should dress somewhere between field trip attire and business attire.
Each student will receive an individual photo packet with a class picture. Seniors will receive a class photo and individual sittings for their senior portrait.
You can purchase an 8 x 10 All School photo for $10. Payment is due Wednesday, September 22. Please make checks payable to LIFETOUCH.
Smile! Dress sharp!
Make a great impression!
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 The Lion Hits The Links
September 20
Join the fun on Monday, September 20, 2010, when Rivermont will host our first ever Golf Outing! This will be a great opportunity to share the Rivermont spirit with your colleagues, neighbors, and friends while enjoying the Crow Valley Golf Club course. Sponsorship opportunities are still available. If you don't play, come join the party afterwards! If you are interested in playing golf, attending the after party, or taking advantage of one or more of the sponsorship opportunities, please contact Drew Boster at 563-359-1366 ext. 306 or boster@rvmt.org to discuss your sponsorship options and any questions you may have. Thanks to our current sponsors: Augustana College
Clear Channel Communications
Dahl Ford
Davenport Printing
Dr. Pam and Taylor Davis
Dr. Aric J. Eckhardt, MDSC
Eye Surgeons Associates/Dr. Tina Eckhardt
Happy Joe's Pizza
Isle of Capri Casino
Kone Inc.
Murray's Warehousing
Vickie Palmer Pruter
Pepsi-Cola Bottling
Per Mar
Quad City Bank and Trust
Rivermont Collegiate Board of Trustees
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort
Sears Manufacturing/Sears Families
Snyder, Park and Nelson, P.C./Cristy Tackett-Hunt, Of Counsel
Southeast National Bank
The Gentry Shop
Trane
Vanguard Distributing/Wallace Family
Vollertsen, Britt, & Gorsline P.C.
Von Maur
Wenger Trucking
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The Lion is proud!  | KUDOS
The Moline Public Library has just informed us that 2 additional students participated in and completed the 2010 Make a Splash Summer Reading Club. Congratulations to second grader Angela Jones and kindergartner Isabella Jones. Great job girls!The College Board is pleased to recognize Roshan Babu
who qualified for the AP Scholar Award by completing three or more AP Exams with
scores of 3 or higher. About 18% of more than 1.8 million students worldwide
performed at a sufficiently high level to earn an AP Scholar Award. The Advanced
Placement Program provides students with the opportunity to take rigorous
college level courses while still in high school. Most four year colleges in the
United States provide credit and / or advanced placement for qualifying exam
scores. Congratulations to Roshan who is currently a freshman at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. Rosh Hashannah! Happy New Year!Isabella
Holland played the shofar for some of the
classes in the Lower School to commemorate Rosh
Hashana. It was made out of a Ram's horn and
is used to celebrate/ring in the Jewish New Year.
Lower School Student Council ElectionsOfficersPresident - Sophia Xiao Vice-President - Aisling McDowell Treasurer - Keenan Dolan Secretary - Evan Didelot Color
Bearers -Kenton Fee, Sylvia Freidhof-Cruz, Aislinn Geedey, Lauren
Schroeder, Aditya Shah
Class Representatives5th grade - Giavanna Eckhardt 4th grade - Ellie Decker 3rd grade - Hannah Lederman &
Jackson McLaughlin 2nd grade - Jaden Fee &
Sandro Xiao 1st grade - Alex Blackwell & Karin
McDonald Special thanks to all the students who ran for office in StuCo. We appreciate your enthusiasm! Congratulations to our new officers and representatives! |
 2010 Student Hunger Drive Kick-Off Events
Mr. Ri vermont Pageant
On Monday, September 27th, an all-school assembly will be held in the auditorium at 10:40 a.m. to kick-off the Student Hunger Drive at Rivermont. The assembly will feature the Mr. Rivermont Pageant - a male beauty pageant featuring question and answer, talent, and costume portions. Male students from grades 6-12 will be competing. Those of you who attended last year know this event is sure to entertain! Students, faculty, and Rivermont families are invited to join us and vote for their favorite contestant by bringing in canned food. Be sure to bring plenty of cans so you can cast plenty of votes!
2010 Student Hunger Drive Kick-Off Party
The official kick-off to the 2010 Student Hunger Drive will be Monday, September 27th from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the River Bend Food Bank. 500+ area high school students attend and perform a Student Hunger Drive themed cheer, rap, skit, or other performance. The winner is awarded the coveted Hy-Vee Haul (2,000 lbs of food), as well as featured on a commercial promoting the Student Hunger Drive, which will be aired throughout the six weeks of the drive!
Faculty, staff, parents, and students in grades 6-12 are encouraged to attend the Kick-Off Party! A bus will transport students in grades 6-12 to the Food Bank - those who wish to take this bus may stay after school in a supervised study hall from 3:30-5:45 p.m. The bus will leave Rivermont for the Food Bank at 5:45 p.m. and should return around 7:45 p.m. Students wishing to ride the bus must turn in a permission slip to Ms. Dao by Friday, September 24th. Pizza and pop will be served at the party. Students and families are also free to transport themselves to the Kick-Off Party, if they wish. Come cheer on our students!
River Bend Food Bank
309 12th St.
Moline, IL 61265
Last year, we collected 9,578 lbs of canned food. The value of this donation is over $14,367! We encourage students and families to continue making the Student Hunger Drive a successful event! Your generosity is deeply appreciated! |
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Rivermont Collegiate Students Participate in Jump Rope for Heart
 Our students are jumping at the chance to fight heart disease and stroke, our nation's No. 1 and No. 3 killers. On Friday, October 1st, Rivermont will hold its annual Jump Rope For Heart event, starting at 1:55 p.m. Please help your child remember to turn pledge forms in to their classroom teachers no later than Monday, October 4th.
Students will jump rope to raise funds for the American Heart Association, which funds cardiovascular disease research and public and professional education programs. Over the next two weeks, students will learn and practice their jumping skills and tricks in preparation for the event.
In addition to the prizes the AHA provides, this year there is a special incentive! Each form turned in with a minimum of $50 raised will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win a special prize: the honor of choosing their class' PE activity for a period! The raffle will take place at the Jump Rope for Heart event, so envelopes must be turned in before that day to be eligible. All envelopes will be drawn for other fun prizes.
The school's goal for fundraising this year is $3,000 (approximately $700 more than last year's total). The students' success will determine how long the event will last this year.
Raise minimum of $500 - 15 minutes
Raise minimum of $1,500 - 30 minutes
Raise minimum of $2,500 - 45 minutes
When you're talking to your children about the event, please emphasize that the purpose of this event is to learn how exercise benefits the heart and that volunteering can be fun and beneficial to the entire community. They can really make a difference to an organization that funds lifesaving research and educational programs. Please help our students help others! |
RSVP by Sept. 15 to ONE of the following alums: |
 From Parents' Council
A GREAT BIG THANK YOU to all the parents, faculty/staff, family, and friends for their support of the Magazine Drive! A special thank you to Ms. Burrell and Mrs. Marietta for assisting with email reminders, order collection, and ticket distribution. We couldn't have done it without all of you!
Thank you for a successful event! |
 Got Groceries?
Do you shop at Schnucks Grocery Store? Earn funds for Rivermont while you shop! Pick up a Schnucks eScrip card, available at both the Mansion and Becherer Hall front desks (as well as the information displays in the front of both buildings). Simply present the card to the cashier every time you shop and Schnucks contributes a percentage of your purchase to the school or organization of your choice (Rivermont, of course!).
It's free! It's easy! What are you waiting for? |
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 Do You ZUMBA?
Join the Party in Pink Zumbathon! Rivermont Parent Bettinna Bolger will be hosting this charity event to benefit Susan G. Komen For The Cure on Sunday, September 26th, 2010 from 8:30-10:30 a.m. in the Rivermont gym. Ticket price is $10 and all proceeds will directly benefit Susan G. Komen For The Cure.
Zumba is a fitness craze sweeping the nation, fusing Latin rhythms with easy-to-follow moves. Zumba is exhilarating, calorie-buring, and body-energizing! Bettinna is a licensed Zumba instructor. Ditch the workout - join the party!
For more information about the Zumbathon, contact Bettinna Bolger at (563) 210-2127 Visit www.partyinpink.com to share and read inspiring stories from those affected by breast cancer, as well purchase Party in Pink merchandise, with 30% of proceeds donated to Susan G. Komen For The Cure. |
Get your pictures in the Yearbook!
The Yearbook Staff invites students and parents to submit photos for this year's edition of The Wheel. If you've got great photos of school and community events or you and your friends just having fun, we'd like to see them. Our photographers can't be everywhere. Help us get as many photos as possible to create a terrific book everyone will be proud of. To submit photos online: 1. Log on to: images.jostens.com 2. Enter login ID: 400030608 3. Password: rivermont 4. Browse to select the photo(s) you wish to upload, click on "Image Share" 5. Enter information about the photo and provide contact information in case the staff needs additional information. 6. Click "Save Details" It's that easy! Submit your photos today! Submit your photos soon after the event to increase the chance of meeting the staff publication deadlines. The Yearbook Staff will review all photos and determine final yearbook content. We cannot guarantee that all submissions can be used in the book. Adam DouglasThe Wheel Advisor |
From the Athletic Department
The PRIDEWith more games than ever this year, we will need to charge
a small admission fee at our home games to help cover the increased cost of
officials. Middle School admission
prices are set by our conference ($1 per student, $2 per adult, $5 per family). Rivermont students and children under 6 will
continue to be admitted free of charge. Varsity prices will be $2 per student, $4 per adult, and $10
per family. Rivermont students and
children under 6 are admitted free. To make your life easier, we are offering membership in our
newly formed booster club called "The PRIDE." Your membership earns you a season pass that will admit you
to all middle school and varsity home games for the entire school year. There are two types of memberships: Family
Membership $25 You
will receive passes for all members of your immediate family. Extended
Family Membership $50 You
will receive passes for Mom, Dad, Aunts, Uncles, grandparents, and siblings. **Rivermont Faculty
and Staff will receive a complimentary Family Membership. Memberships can be purchased at home games. Membership benefits of The PRIDE also include
the opportunity to purchase the same coaching shirts worn by our coaching staff
and the varsity team warm-ups. The primary goal of The PRIDE is to aid the Athletic
Director in the promotion of school spirit, the presentation of athletic
events, and to enhance the recognition of our coaches and student-athletes. I have asked a few parents to help as we start the booster
club. All parents are welcome to provide
their input and support. Thanks to the
following for their help: 5th
Grade Sean and Anne Goodman 6th
Grade Bob Ellis and Laura Silverberg 8th
Grade John and Amy Telleen Upper School Monica Weeks Susan Newsome
Ed KnuppAthletic Director |
Campus life. |
From the College Corner
Seniors: it is not too soon to start looking into
scholarship offers. 1) remember, you should never
pay for scholarship advice, entry, or application. Avoid any site or offer that
asks for money to apply. 2) your first search should be on CollegeBoard
site www.collegeboard.com 3) look at family interests and connections: credit
unions, insurance companies, parent places of employment, scholarships geared to
specific majors, or special circumstances 4) as you apply to colleges you will become aware of
special scholarships available at that institution. Be sure to check the
deadlines for these scholarships 5) as Rivermont receives scholarship information, it
will be displayed in the Reading Room of the
Mansion Bonnie CampbellCollege Counselor |
 Chess at Rivermont
Chess classes with Roger Kromphardt began this week!Students in all grade levels had their first after school session on Thursday in Central Hall.
Students in Grades 6-12 are encouraged to sign up for a Mini Course session of chess classes to be held on Tuesdays during Mini Course period (1:00-1:50 PM). This session was scheduled to start this week, but has been postponed to start this coming Tuesday, September 21st due to low enrollment. We need 6 students to make the class a go, and currently have 4 registered. Cost is $100 and includes all supplies. Registration forms are available on the Rivermont website (www.rvmt.org) , as well as at reception desks in both the Mansion and Becherer Hall.
Countless research and studies have shown that chess improves critical thinking skills, as well as spatial and numerical skills. What are you waiting for? Register your student today! |
DayCare for Early Dismissal and Parent/Teacher Conference Days
The Early School Lunch program, Afternoon Adventures, and
the PS-12 After School Care program/study hall take place only on full
school days. Please click on the link below or go the the Rivermont website to download a schedule and price list of optional programs. |
Around the Quad Cities
Olson-Brandelle North American Indian Art
CollectionDisplayed for the
first time as a whole, the 318-piece Olson-Brandelle North American Indian Art
Collection of Augustana College introduces Southwest Pueblo art at a level
rarely found in the Midwest. Kent Olson (Augustana '61) and his wife Elaine
donated the collection to Augustana in 2004, with subsequent additions. Included
are 36 photogravures by Edward Curtis from his volume The Hopi. Dating from
pre-1600 to the present, the collection documents continuing traditions and the
artistic recognition achieved by Native American potters during the 20th
century. The accompanying 336-page catalog, edited by art museum director Sherry
Maurer (Rivermont parent), has entries by major scholars, Augustana faculty and
administrators, as well as over 50 Augustana College student contributors. Augustana College Art
Museum hours are noon to 4 p.m., Tuesdays through Saturdays, no admission
charge. For more information contact 309-794-7231 during weekday hours or
consult Olson-Brandelle North American Indian Art Collection of Augustana CollegeIt's that time of year: Moon Festival time  Celebrate the Chinese Moon Festival on Sunday, September
19 between 2-6 at the Middle Park Lagoon. The celebration is hosted by the Quad City Chinese
Association, the U.S.-China People's Friendship Association, and the Quad City
Chinese Christian Church. There will be a martial arts demonstration, poetry
readings, and music. No fee. You are welcome to invite friends and
family to join us. Quad City Chinese Association will provide all
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 Parent to Parent: Family Training on AD/HD
Have you been searching for a reliable source of information about AD/HD and how to manage issues related to the disorder? The ability of parents to help their children navigate hardships associated with AD/HD is STRONGLY linked to the parents' understanding of AD/HD. Become an expert in the management of your child's AD/HD!
A multi-session, interactive, educational program for adults and parents of children and adolescents with AD/HD is being offered at the Bettendorf Public Library. Topics include an overview of AD/HD, parenting strategies, positive behavior interventions, strengthening family relationships, and bridging the gap between home and school. Classes are taught by teachers trained by CHADD - Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorders.
Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
October 9th - November 20th, 2010
Cost: $45 per couple/family
Bettendorf Public Library
2950 Learning Campus Drive
Bettendorf, IA 52722
Contact:
Deb Kopacz, Certified P2P Facilitator
(563) 332-4482
Registration deadline is September 30th, 2010.Class size is limited - register early! |
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Challenge Saturdays
Challenge Saturdays are classes designed for high ability students who are current members of the Belin-Blank Exceptional Student Talent Search (BESTS). Students who are not part of BESTS, but who are of high ability, are also encouraged to apply for classes.
In small classes, students receive direct instruction and do advanced work. Various classes are offered in Iowa City at the University of Iowa or in Des Moines at Saydel High School. Students choose one class only. The class meets five times (see below). Tuition is $350 for the class series. Financial assistance is available.
Fall 2010 List of Classes
Primary Challenge Math - Grades 3-4 - Iowa City
Primary Language Arts - Grades 3-4 - Iowa City
Challenge Math - Grades 4-6 - Iowa City and Des Moines
Intermediate Language Arts - Grades 4-6 - Iowa City and Des Moines
Challenge Science: NXT Robotics - Grades 4-6 - Iowa City
Challenge Science - Grades 4-6 - Des Moines
CSI: Law and Order - Grades 4-6 - Iowa City
Art: Mixed Media - Grades 4-6 - Iowa City
Challenge Invention - Grades 4-6 - Iowa City
Challenge Theater - Grades 4-6 - Iowa City
Math Excursions: Geometry (Des Moines) or Algebra (Iowa City) - Grades 6-8
Advanced Language Arts - Grades 6-8 - Iowa City
Science Excursions: Mars - Grades 6-8 - Iowa City
Science Excursions: Energy - Grades 6-8 - Iowa City
Challenge Mock Trial - Grades 6-8 - Iowa City
Iowa City
October 9 & 16
November 13
December 4 & 11
Snow Dates: December 18, 2010 & January 8 & 15, 2011
Des Moines
October 2, 9, 30
November 13
December 11
Snow Dates: December 18, 2010 & January 8 & 15, 2011
For information and to register:http://www.education.uiowa.edu/belinblank/Programs/Students/Challenge/ Space is limited - First Reserved, First Served! |
Wear your Rivermont Pride
Rivermont Pennants $10
Heritage T-shirts $10
Additional Directory-Handbooks $10
Contact Tammi or Brittany!
Sweatshirts, t-shirts, caps, Imp-Tiger shirts, sweats
Contact the Parents' Council or pick up an order in the lobby or online!
You can also use the link on the orange sidebar!
Polos, Oxfords, sweaters, jackets, totes
Lands' End - use the link on the orange sidebar!
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Upcoming Events
September
18 Saturday Sports at Rivermont, 9:00-11:00 AM, Grades K-4
Alumni Event - Mischief at the Mansion, 6:00 PM
20 First Rivermont Golf Outing - Crow Valley Golf Club
MS VB at Colona, 4:30 PM 5/6, 5:30 PM 7/8 (Away)
21 School Pictures
MS VB 5/6 vs. Colona, 4:30 PM (Home)
Varsity VB at MSA (at Beyond the Baseline) - 3 games - 5:00, 6:15, 7:30 p.m.
22 School Pictures
23 MS VB vs. Hampton, 4:30 PM 5/6, 5:30 PM 7/8 (Home)
24 Founders Day (1884)
Varsity VB vs. QCCA, 6:00 PM, & vs. Unity, 7:00 PM (at Unity Christian)
25 Saturday Sports at Rivermont, 9:00-11:00 AM, Grades K-4
27 Student Food Drive Kick-Off Party at Riverbend Food Bank, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
28 MS VB vs. Morning Star, 4:30 PM 5/6, 5:30 7/8 (Home)
29 Gustavo Romero performs for Rivermont in the Mansion - 1:30, 2:15 p.m.
30 MS VB 5/6 at Hampton, 4:30 PM (Away)
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We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union,
establish Justice, insure domestic
Tranquility, provide for the common defence,
promote the general Welfare, and secure the
Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the
United States of America.
Committee of Stile and Arrangement, 1787
Signed by thirty-nine brave men who changed the course of history on September 17, 1787
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