Students in Mrs. Conley's first grade class played a phonics game with short a words. Every student had a word on their back. One partner segmented the sounds in the word, while the other partner had to blend the sounds together to form the word. After playing, students had to take their words and write them in a sentence.
Congratulations to Maggie Hensley on her acceptance to SEMO - Southeast Missouri State University!
Excitement is in the air at Rivercrest Libraries!
Reading opens doors to imagination, knowledge, and lifelong success. At Rivercrest, we believe every student deserves a place that makes reading feel inviting and inspiring.
Our librarians, Melissa Baker and Leslie Lancaster, have created libraries that are more than shelves of books. They are cozy, welcoming spaces where students discover new worlds, connect with stories, and grow as readers.
Parents, one of the best ways to support your child is simple. Ask them what they are reading. A short conversation can spark a love for books that lasts a lifetime.
Let’s celebrate the joy of reading !
Reading opens doors to imagination, knowledge, and lifelong success. At Rivercrest, we believe every student deserves a place that makes reading feel inviting and inspiring.
Our librarians, Melissa Baker and Leslie Lancaster, have created libraries that are more than shelves of books. They are cozy, welcoming spaces where students discover new worlds, connect with stories, and grow as readers.
Parents, one of the best ways to support your child is simple. Ask them what they are reading. A short conversation can spark a love for books that lasts a lifetime.
Let’s celebrate the joy of reading !
Seniors and Senior Parents/Guardians,
Senior composite photos are fast approaching. They will be on September 10th starting at 8am in the Auditorium. A schedule has been created and posted to the Class of 2026 Google Classroom for each student. Students need to come at their scheduled time to keep the process moving smoothly. If the time assigned to a student needs to be rescheduled, please reach out to Mr. Diagostino @ david.diagostino@smccolts.com as soon as possible.
Senior composite photos are fast approaching. They will be on September 10th starting at 8am in the Auditorium. A schedule has been created and posted to the Class of 2026 Google Classroom for each student. Students need to come at their scheduled time to keep the process moving smoothly. If the time assigned to a student needs to be rescheduled, please reach out to Mr. Diagostino @ david.diagostino@smccolts.com as soon as possible.
Rivercrest FBLA is so excited to start the year off with their first officer meeting. Kicking things off with leadership, goals, teamwork, and a shared vision for success. Here’s to a year of growth and achievement!
Due to circumstances beyond our control, the Rivercrest Elementary reward trip planned for August 29 will need to be moved to a later date. We know this is disappointing for students, and we truly appreciate your understanding. We will share the new plans as soon as they are confirmed. Thank you for your patience!
Congratulations to the 2025 Rivercrest High School Homecoming Court! Homecoming ceremonies will be held on Friday, September 26. More details will be shared closer to the date.
The students are having a blast moving through the STEM stations at the RES Library.
The Arkansas Division of Elementary and Secondary Education has prepared guides for parents or guardians which outline essential learning targets for students in grades K-8 for literacy, science, math, and social studies. You may print out these guides and post them on the refrigerator or keep one in the car for road trips. The learning target guides also have companion guides which provide one or more activities for each learning target. https://sites.google.com/pdarkansas.net/desebacktoschoolplaybook/home
Stay up-to-date on breakfast & lunch options for your student each day! Menus can be viewed at www.rivercrestcolts.org - Students & Parents - Breakfast/Lunch Menus and on the Nutrislice app!
Congratulations to these students in Mrs. Grider’s math class for earning a Fluency Homework Pass for week two. They will not have to write their multiples of three this week because they were able to say them correctly in class! Way to go!
Not pictured: Billy
Not pictured: Billy
The Kindness Closet and Food Pantry are fuller today thanks to the generour donation from the Junior Auxiliary of South Mississippi County! Thank you so much!
Learning is hands-on and fun in Dr. Sims’ class! Students are exploring shapes, colors, numbers, and letters through sensory bins and puzzles.
A big thank you to First National Bank in Osceola for blessing our teachers and staff with baskets full of supplies, snacks, and cups! We appreciate your support!
Final Reminder: Application still open for Summer EBT
This is one last push for the Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (Summer EBT) program. Families can still apply. Deadline is August 25, 2025.
Benefit: $120 per eligible child
Summer EBT Call Center: 1-833-316-2421
This is one last push for the Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (Summer EBT) program. Families can still apply. Deadline is August 25, 2025.
Benefit: $120 per eligible child
Summer EBT Call Center: 1-833-316-2421
Thank you to Keiser Chapel for their generous donation to the backpack food program for our junior high and high school students, coordinated by Katy Dunlap. We also extend our gratitude to Laura Wilson at BRS for the new bags.
Rivercrest School District is seeking a dedicated elementary paraprofessional to join our team! Why join us? Enjoy a 4-day work week. Be part of a family-oriented work environment. Work with amazing students.
If you’re passionate about helping students succeed and want to make a difference in a supportive school community, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your application at bit.ly/jointhecolts.
The 2026 school year is off and running! Don't lose out on any of this year's memories by ordering your 2026 Rivercrest High and Junior High Yearbook now! You can order your yearbook at the discounted rate of $40 from now through September 30th. You can order using the QR code, going to JOSTENS.COM/ESYBK, or by paying with cash or check at the High School or Junior High offices.
Rivercrest School District will accept bids for 10 tailgating spots for the 2025-2026 Colts Football season.
• Numbered Spots: 1–10
• Location: 8 spots on the home side, 2 spots on the visitor side
Bidding will be conducted online. The highest bidder will choose their spot first, the second-highest bidder will choose second, and so on until all spots are assigned.
Each winning bid includes:
• Season passes for 5 people to all Junior High and High School games.
• Additional guests beyond 5 must pay the regular $5 admission per game.
Bid Submission Deadline:
• Submit bids to the Superintendent’s Office or through the online form by Friday, August 23 at 2:30 p.m.
• Bids will be opened at 2:30 p.m., and winners will be notified immediately.
All proceeds benefit the Rivercrest School District athletic fund.
Thank you for supporting our COLTS!
• Numbered Spots: 1–10
• Location: 8 spots on the home side, 2 spots on the visitor side
Bidding will be conducted online. The highest bidder will choose their spot first, the second-highest bidder will choose second, and so on until all spots are assigned.
Each winning bid includes:
• Season passes for 5 people to all Junior High and High School games.
• Additional guests beyond 5 must pay the regular $5 admission per game.
Bid Submission Deadline:
• Submit bids to the Superintendent’s Office or through the online form by Friday, August 23 at 2:30 p.m.
• Bids will be opened at 2:30 p.m., and winners will be notified immediately.
All proceeds benefit the Rivercrest School District athletic fund.
Thank you for supporting our COLTS!
Your 2024-2025 Rivercrest 7-12 Yearbooks are in!
Please reach out to Ms. Henderson to pick them up. She can be reached at: cynthia.henderson@smccolts.com.
If you did not order a 2024-2025 Yearbook and want one, do not worry. We have extras you can buy for $25. You can pay via cash or check in person.
