Riverstone International School
August 20, 2015
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 Hi All,
I write this as I am about to head out for one of my favorite events - an alumni gathering. While our summer gathering tends to have a smaller turnout than our Holiday Party, great young adults will be assembled with great stories and conversations. Our alumni have literally traveled around the world, finished graduate schools, done global and local service, started companies, and embraced the tech field. It is amazing to note that although we only about 200 graduates, but their stories and experiences are world class.
As many of you know, these graduates have all completed the rigorous International Baccalaureate Diploma Exams that take place during the month of May of their senior year. Next week, I would like to discuss the results on those exams in both a recent and historical context.
I will also update you on some of the great conversations I'll have this afternoon.
Call for anything, 
Bob Carignan
Head of School
bcarignan@riverstoneschool.org
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Students and parents are invited to get a sneak peak into the next school year by joining us for Meet the Teachers on Friday, August 28.
Come and meet your child's teachers, check out the classrooms, reconnect with old friends, and meet our new families!
Meet the Teachers on Friday, August 28
Grades
| Time & location
| Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten
& Kindergarten
| 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Elementary School
| Grades 1-5
| 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Elementary School
| Grades 6-12
| 12:00 - 1:00 PM*
Middle & High School
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*Please arrive by 12:15 PM for introductions and announcements
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ALL SCHOOL CONVOCATION & BOO HOO YAHOO COFFEE
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 All parents are invited to join us for our 4th Annual Riverstone All-School Convocation.
Our All-School Convocation will be held on Monday, Aug 31 at 9:00 AM in the Kennedy Gymnasium.
We start the school year celebrating what we know to be one of Riverstone's unique qualities and one of our Five Pillars, our strong sense of community. Convocation is always fun -- and will last approximately 30-45 minutes. Let's pack the gym with students, staff, and parents!
Parents' Association Boo Hoo Yahoo immediately following Convocation
Sad to see your little ones head to class for the first time OR are you ready to shout "Yahoo" towards the sky? No matter your preference -- we will have the tissues and high-fives ready!
Plan to take a few moments immediately following the Convocation to stop by the Parents' Association tables in the Gym Foyer. Chairpersons for PA activities will be available to talk with you about what PA programs are taking place this year and how they can help match your skill set and interests to some of the important needs for our school.
Being involved is good for you, your child, and the school. We're looking forward to meeting you! Contact Natalie Geffros, PA President, with questions.
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PHOTO FAMILY DIRECTORY - SEND PHOTOS
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 The Parents' Association would like to create our 2nd Riverstone Photo Directory to compliment the school's student directory and help everyone get to know one another. In addition to names and contact information, we hope to have a photo of every family in the school!
To have your family's photo included, please send an email to Riverstonepa@riverstoneschool.org with the following:
- A family photo (1MB digital file)
- If your child lives in two households, please feel free to send two photos
We are excited about our second year of offering this and we look forward to seeing all of the beautiful (or entertaining) pictures of you and your families! If you have any questions, please contact Treacy Liebich.
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 Fall sports are soon approaching. Riverstone International School offers Middle School and High School girls volleyball and co-ed high school soccer. Athletics is a great way to become intergraded into the Riverstone community while learning accountability, dedication, and leadership. Come join the team today!
If you have questions regarding Riverstone's athletic program, please email Demi Dlouhy. Go Otters!
Grade 9-12 CO-ED Soccer: Practice begins August 24 at 3:30 PM. Practices will be Monday, Wednesday, Friday. Games will be played on Saturdays. Contact Head Coach, Mark Stilinovich at mark.stino6@gmail.com. Register at IDAHORUSH.com under Select High School- Fall 2015 - PLAYERS. Register NOW! We will be limiting the team to 20 players!
Grade 6-8 Girls Volleyball: Aug 31-Oct 15. Practices 3:30-5:00 PM, Monday-Thursday. Games two days a week.
Grade 9-12 Girls Volleyball: Aug 14-Oct 31. Practices 5:00-7:00 PM, Monday-Friday. Games Two days a week. Practice Begins August 14 in Kennedy Gymnasium. Please contact Nevena Dragovic at nevenadragovic@u.boisestate.edu for more information.
The following athletic forms are mandatory and must be completed and turned in to the coach prior to the first athletic practice:
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SCHOOL SUPPLIES AND BOOKS
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 School supply lists are ready for you to download from the Riverstone website.
Link here to supply lists for all grades -- scroll two-thirds down the page and choose the list(s) you need.
If you have questions about Elementary School supply lists (Preschool - Gr 5), please contact James Hamilton-Vail.
If you have questions about the Middle and High School supply lists (Gr 6-12), please contact Andy Johnson.
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 As the beginning of the year approaches, please keep Outdoor Education details close at hand and help do your part to ensure everything runs smoothly by:- Referring to the Outdoor Education Calendar on the school website for dates.
- Referring to the Forms and Supply Lists on the school website for individual trip letters, equipment lists and permission slips. (Right under the school supply lists.)
- Trip Letters will provide nuts and bolts information about each trip.
- Equipment Lists can be printed off and used as checklists as you're packing.
- Permission Slips help the school gather the most up-to-date health information about your children so that we can provide the best care possible.
Please make every effort to return signed Permission Slips for outdoor activities/trips by the first day of school. Please email Ben if you have questions.
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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PARENT COFFEES
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 James Hamilton-Vail will be hosting informational coffees for parents to talk about the upcoming school year.
Join us for lots of great information and the opportunity to ask questions.
Elementary School Parent Coffees will be held in the Multi-Purpose Room at 8:45 AM on the following days.
Grade
| Date
| Preschool and PreKindergarten
| Tue, Sept 1
| Kindergarten
| Wed, Sept 2
| Gr 1
| Thu, Sept 3
| Gr 2
| Fri, Sept 4
| Gr 3
| Tue, Sept 8
| Gr 4
| Wed, Sept 9
| Gr 5
| Fri, Sept 11
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Information about before and after school activities will be published in a few weeks but mark your calendars for a week of September 7 start to most activities!
Contact Tarrah Elam with questions.
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 If you need help with transportation to school, the school currently provides morning-only bus service originating in Boise's north end. The fee is $75 per month and the pickup schedule and locations are as follows:
7:35 AM 16th & State (near US Bank building)
7:39 AM 15th & Dewey
7:44 AM 10th & Brumback
7:52 AM Dona Larsen Park Entrance on Warm Springs Ave The bus arrives at Riverstone at approximately 8:10 AM. To sign up for bus service, please contact Sarah Taylor, our Elementary School Administrative Assistant. ValleyRide also provides bus service to the area via Route 18 Harris Ranch. There are three morning round trips and three afternoon round trips between the Harris Ranch area and downtown Boise. View the Route 18 Schedule here. |
 We are excited to announce that Life's Kitchen will be our school lunch provider for 2015-2016!
Life's Kitchen will be offering a hot entrée with sides each day, or alternatively, a turkey wrap combo. The online ordering system is the same as last year. Meals are priced for regular or small portion sizes, and the entrees and sides are both included. Nearly everything is scratch made, and it's all nutritious and kid tested. Meals will be served at Riverstone by Life's Kitchen.
You may access the school lunch site, review the menu, and order online. (Riverstone's School Code: 211-930). Take a sneak peak at the menu here.
View more information on the school lunch program, including ordering instructions, here.
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This week's Facebook photo of the week features our admin team at a planning meeting earlier this week.
Keep an eye on Riverstone's Facebook page and Instagam to keep up with what's happening at Riverstone!
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