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October 25th, 2013
Headmaster Letter  

 

As we close the first Parent-Teacher Conference session of the year, on behalf of the entire faculty and staff I would like to thank you for your constant support of the School. We have had a wonderful journey so far this year and we have an exciting path ahead. I thought today to include the new "State of Rivermont" video below. As we discuss and preview all that is going on at Rivermont, we thought it best to bracket the start-of-year and mid-year Evening with the Headmaster events with a short video at the end of first and third quarters. As always, we welcome your suggestions and recommendations on how Rivermont is performing to meet the needs of our exceptional students. I also included links to the first two Middle School student newscasts, "Mane News" - our Video Journalism students are making great strides!

 

Wishing you a safe and warm weekend,

 

Todd Zachary, Headmaster

 

(Click each image to view the video)

 

Chilly Weather Has Arrived!

 

As a reminder to Early and Lower School parents, please be sure your child brings appropriate outerwear for recess. Students must have a coat to participate in recess (and must have a coat, gloves, and hat when the temperature drops below 32 degrees).

Scholastic Book Fair
 
Thank you to all our shoppers for helping make this year's Book Fair a success. Each student who purchased a book has been entered into a drawing for a classroom party - the winner will be announced next week!
  
Don't forget online shopping is available through Saturday, 11/2 - click here!
Monty's Closet
New t-shirt designs - order now!
 
Rivermont's 130th Anniversary t-shirt is available for a limited time. In addition, a new "We are Lions - Hear us Roar!" t-shirt has been added.
 
Both are available in youth and adult sizes. Extras will be ordered to stock Monty's closet, but to guarantee the style and size you would like, place your order by Nov. 1st.
 
Order Form: Click Here
Bettendorf Halloween Parade
Sun. 10/27
Meet 10:45 a.m. - Line up 11:00 a.m.
Parade begins 1:00 p.m. at intersection of Middle Rd. & 23rd St. - Ends at Splash Landing
  
Watch for Rivermont's walking group in this year's Bettendorf Halloween Parade! You can still join the fun - email Shalar Brown/Knupp ([email protected]) if you would like to walk with us and she will forward meeting info and logistics.
David R. Collins Children's Literature Festival 
Tues. 10/29 - Grades 3-5
8:20 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Davenport River Center
 
The festival will feature speakers Bruce Hale, author and illustrator of over 25 children's books, and Sally Walker, winner of the YALSA Excellence in Nonfiction Award and Orbis Pictus Award. Authors and illustrators will meet with student groups to discuss their work, share ideas, and answer questions. Students also have the opportunity to visit a book sale featuring presenters' books.
 
Please make a special point to arrive on time Tuesday, as the bus departs early. Students should bring a sack lunch with a beverage.
 
For more info on the festival, click here.
Halloween Events at Rivermont 
  
Wed. 10/30
PreSchool Parade of Costumes
 
Thurs. 10/31
Jr. Kindergarten Parade of Costumes
Halloween Assembly (K-12), 2:00 p.m.
  
Families are welcome to join us!
Curbside Can Pick-Up  Student Hunger Drive Logo
Fri. 11/1 - 8:00-8:20 a.m.
  
Got cans for the Student Hunger Drive? We can help! Members of the Hunger Drive Committee will be in the Front Circle to unload your car, deliver to your child's classroom, and credit the appropriate Imp or Tiger team. Supporting the Student Hunger Drive has never been easier!
Picture Retake Day Lifetouch Logo for HEADlines
Fri. 11/1
  
Any student requesting a retake of their fall pictures should bring their original picture packet and dress accordingly.
Middle & Upper School Variety Show
Fri. 11/1 - 7:00 p.m.
Becherer Hall Auditorium
  
In support of the Student Hunger Drive, students in 6th-12th Grade will present a variety of acts and performances! Admission is a donation (canned food or $).
Celebrate My Drive    
Commit to safe driving and help Rivermont win up to $100,000!
  
Simply make an online commitment to stay safe on the road - there is no obligation or cost! The more commitments made on Rivermont's behalf, the better our chances of winning. "Voting" or commitments can be made through midnight this Saturday, 10/26. (Limit of 1 commitment per email address per day.)
 
Make your commitment now! Visit www.celebratemydrive.com.

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