School starts August 11. There’s still time to enroll at Rivercrest!
At Rivercrest, we believe every student deserves opportunities to succeed.
Here’s what you’ll find:
• 6-Star Preschool, with 90% of our preschool students entering Kindergarten ready to learn
• Certified, qualified teachers in every classroom
• Small teacher-to-student ratios that allow for personal attention
• On-staff Reading Specialists dedicated to helping every student become a confident reader
• A strong K-2 foundation, including a dedicated weekly Science Lab and additional paraprofessional support in every Kindergarten and 1st grade classroom
As students grow, so do their opportunities.
Our award-winning band program begins in 6th grade and has produced state champions two years in a row. Students can also participate in volleyball, soccer, cheer, football, basketball, baseball, softball, trap shooting, drama, choir, National Honor Society, and many other activities.
Rivercrest also offers outstanding Career and Technical Education programs, including:
• Plant Science
• Power, Structural & Technical Systems
• Early Childhood Pre-Educator
• Marketing
• And more
Students can earn college credit while still in high school through Concurrent Credit and Advanced Placement courses. Approximately 20% of our graduates earn an Associate Degree or a Certificate of General Studies before graduating from Rivercrest High School.
Whether your child is just beginning preschool or preparing for college and a career, Rivercrest has opportunities to match every interest and every goal.
Enroll today and become part of the Colt Family!
📅 First Day of School: Tuesday, August 11
There’s still time to enroll. We can’t wait to welcome our newest Colts!
Students arriving after 7:40 AM will receive a bagged breakfast so they don't miss out!
We know a good breakfast helps our students start the day strong and this schedule ensures every student is fed and ready to learn when our instructional day begins at 7:42 AM.
Let's make this a great start to the school year!
MORNING ARRIVAL
Security gates open at 7:00 a.m.
Student drop off begins at 7:15 a.m., when staff supervision begins.
Breakfast is served from 7:20 to 7:42 a.m.
Instruction begins at 7:42 a.m. Students arriving after this time will receive a grab-and-go breakfast before heading to class.
AFTERNOON DISMISSAL
RES security gate reopens at 2:50 p.m.
RHS security gates reopen at 3:30 p.m.
Student dismissal begins at 3:53 p.m.
SECURITY GATES
Security gates are open for morning arrival beginning at 7:00 a.m. and reopen at 2:50 p.m. for afternoon dismissal.
During the instructional day, from 8:00 a.m. until 2:50/3:30 p.m., the security gates remain closed to help protect our students and staff.
Visitors arriving during school hours should use the camera and call button system at the gate. Office staff will assist you with campus access.
TRAFFIC FLOW
Our traffic patterns are the same as last year. Please see the full traffic map below.
Families with students at both campuses: Drop off and pick up your 7th through 12th grade student in the high school traffic lane on the baseball field side, then continue around the football field to the elementary parent line. For the safety of all students, high school students may not be dropped off at the elementary campus to walk across the bus loading zone or student parking lot to the high school. Please use the designated high school drop off area.
7th through 12th Grade Parent Pick Up: Use the high school traffic lane on the baseball field side only. Please do not use the elementary side or gym side. There are no supervised walking paths through the student parking lot or bus loading areas. For afternoon pickup, please do not park in the high school staff parking lot. Students should never cross two lanes of traffic to reach a vehicle.
Elementary and Pre-K: Use the designated elementary parent line. The bus lane in front of the elementary school is for buses only. If your student arrives after 7:42 a.m., please park in visitor parking, walk your child across the bus lane, and sign them in at the office. There is no marked crossing, so students must be accompanied by a parent.
High School Student Drivers: Student drivers should use the student parking lot and designated student driving lanes, highlighted in blue on the traffic map. For everyone's safety, student drivers must yield to bus traffic until all buses have exited campus. Student drivers may not use the back entrances or exit through the Rivercrest Elementary entrance. Student driver dismissal begins at 3:53 p.m. We appreciate our student drivers helping us keep traffic moving safely by following the designated routes and exercising patience during dismissal.
Help Us Keep Everyone Safe
Follow the designated traffic routes shown on the map.
Help us keep students safe by using only the designated parent traffic routes and leaving bus lanes and gym-side traffic areas clear.
Be patient during the first few days of school as everyone settles into the routine.
Thank you for partnering with us to make arrival and dismissal safe and efficient. We can't wait to welcome our Colt family back for another great year. Go Colts!
PreK Preview Night (Open House) Wednesday, August 5 @ 5:30pm
K-12 Open House - Thursday, August 6 - 5:00-7:00pm
First Day of School - Tuesday, August 11
A big thank you to Mrs. Hannah Snyder, Mrs. Michelle Bennett, and Mrs. Shawna Lasater for making learning fun through hands-on activities and engaging lessons.
Reading: Cool Beans
History: The 13 Colonies
Science: Brains
Thank you to our teachers, all of the students who joined us, and the families who made this a great summer. We had a wonderful time learning together and can't wait to see everyone back at Rivercrest.
Thank you to everyone who helped make our first Rivercrest Food Pantry distribution a success!
We were excited to serve more than 40 Rivercrest families during our first distribution.
Our next Food Pantry distribution will be Thursday, August 6 from 5:00-6:30 pm at the elementary.
This program is available to any family with a Rivercrest student. There are no income requirements and no income information is collected. The more families who participate, the stronger this program becomes and the more we can continue to provide for our students and community.
We hope to see you on August 6!
Students will have four core teachers, one each for English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies/ELA, along with weekly elective classes.
Having teachers specialize in one content area gives every student access to expert instruction in every subject.
We also know friendships matter. Whenever possible, students were placed with requested classmates while balancing class sizes and student needs.
It’s going to be a great year at Rivercrest!
Our K-2 class lists are now posted! You can view the list here: www.rivercrestcolts.org/page/backtoschool
Our K-2 team is one of the very best, and every child has an incredible opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive this year.
In addition to their classroom learning, all K-2 students will enjoy weekly classes with:
• 🎵 Music, Mr. Wynne
• 🎨 Art, Mrs. Elder
• 📚 Library, Mrs. Baker
• 🏃 PE, Coach Latham
• ⭐ Gifted & Talented, Mrs. Weldon
New this year! All K-2 students will also participate in a weekly hands-on Science Lab with Mrs. Wynn. Students will explore exciting science concepts through engaging activities while building scientific vocabulary each week.
We can’t wait to welcome our youngest Colts for an amazing year of learning!
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
5:30–6:30 PM
PreK Classroom (Park in the back & use the PreK entrance)
✨ Activities Include:
Meet the Teacher
Classroom Scavenger Hunt (find cubbies, tables, and backpack hooks!)
Important Parent Info (procedures, drop-off/pick-up & Brightwheel app)
Snack & outdoor play time for the kiddos!
Come explore the classroom, meet your teachers, and get ready for a wonderful year ahead!
Note: Event is for PreK students and parents only (no siblings, please). We can’t wait to meet you!
K-12 Open House
Thursday, August 6
5:00-7:00pm
Join us on Saturday, August 1st from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM as we come together to support our students! Every backpack, notebook, and box of crayons makes a difference as our kids head back to school.
This is also a great chance to meet our new elementary principal, Katrina Gillespie! Stop by, say hello, and help us make sure every student starts the year ready to learn.
📍 Osceola Walmart
🗓️ August 1st | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Bring a school supply, bring a friend, and help us stuff the bus!
Rivercrest School District is honored to serve as an official Food Bank of NEA distribution site for our students and their families. We understand the pressures many families face in today's economy, and we want you to know this resource is here for you.
This distribution has no income limit and is available to any family with a Rivercrest student.
Thursday, July 24
2:00 p.m., until supplies are gone
Drive-through at the front awning of Rivercrest Elementary School
• Food boxes will be loaded directly into your vehicle, no need to get out.
• For faster pickup, complete this form before you arrive, or fill one out on-site: https://tinyurl.com/yb9d2m87
This event is made possible through our partnership with Food Bank of NEA, First Baptist Church of Frenchman's Bayou, and the generous support of Cypress Creek and Moss Construction.
Want to help? To make a cash donation to support the Rivercrest Food Pantry, contact Rhonda Raper at 870-855-0812 or rhonda.raper@smccolts.com.
We're proud to stand with our Rivercrest families. Come see us!
