Today started the ABC countdown in 1st grade. We have 27!days of school left (we started a day early because of our field trip). A is for stuffed animal day!!
We're thrilled to announce that our Read-A-Thon is underway! We're counting on you to make it a success. If you haven't already, please take a moment to activate your child’s personal reader page by clicking on the following link:
https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/RdZUvT?utm=email
It only takes a minute or two, and your support will greatly assist us in meeting our financial goals.
We're working hard to motivate your child to read and understand the benefits of reading. As part of this fundraiser, all reading minutes logged will earn students votes for a crazy and embarrassing costume that Mr. Hutley will need to wear, as well as additional rewards for the top class and top reader! See the attached flier for more details.
Thank you for your help in reaching our goal.
Ridgeview Elementary
The Pre-K students learned how plants drink water. They were able to observe this process with a color changing flower experiment. The flowers absorbed the water through the stem and then into the flower petals.
It's time for the Ridgeview Elementary Read-A-Thon!
Our school Read-A-Thon begins on Monday April 14, 2025 and is sure to be a fun and exciting event.
We understand that your time is valuable. We also know that providing the best education for your child is important. That's why we are encouraging everyone to activate their student's Read-A-Thon account as soon as possible. The instructions are straightforward, making it quick and hassle-free, and it should take less than 5 minutes of your time.
Watch a short video to see how to signup your reader:
https://youtu.be/12tmuXH8zCg
This account will serve as a hub for recording and monitoring your child's progress as a Reader in the event, and for you to share their Read-A-Thon message with friends and family. Use the link below to activate your student's Reader account:
https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/RdZUvT/1?utm=email
Funds raised through our Read-A-Thon will go towards celebrations and events for students. These events include the rock wall and dunk tank for field day, author visits and assemblies, field trips, and more!
Thank you so much for your participation and support. Together, we can make this Read-A-Thon an amazing experience for our young readers!
Thank you,
Ridgeview Elementary
Spring is in the air---and these kids are staying focused and working hard until the end of school! Well done!
IAR testing is officially DONE and our students ROCKED it!
Huge thanks to our Student Council for the awesome hallway decorations that kept everyone motivated all week. So proud of all the hard work and positive energy!
Thank you to the Gibson Area Hospital for hosting the school tours and giving our 2nd grade classes a great field trip!
Marshall is one lucky pup! His thoughtful students created friendship bracelets and charms for him to wear!
Consents will go home with all elementary students this week. Here is the link to register online:
https://www.myschooldentist.com/
Ridgeview Elementary has decided to hold a Read-A-Thon this year!
Read-A-Thons actually get your reader excited about reading and it gives friends and family the opportunity to encourage your child to read even more.
Our Read-A-Thon starts Monday April 14, 2025.
We will send home instructions on how to activate your reader's personal page. This is where you will be able to view and record their progress.
We encourage you to activate your reader’s account today by clicking on https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/RdZUvT/1?utm=email and following the simple instructions.
We've chosen Read-A-Thon because it will not take much of your time, gives your child a reason to read and helps in the development of stronger reading skills.
Funds raised through our Read-A-Thon will go towards celebrations and events for students. These events include the rock wall and dunk tank for field day, author visits and assemblies, field trips, and more!
We hope EVERYONE participates!
Thanks so much,
Ridgeview Elementary
Thank you STANGS for an awesome glow party! it was awesome! Glow twister! Glow limbo! Let's GLOW!!!!
When your kids have the day off....you miss them but get extra naps! Happy teachers institute--see you Monday!
Love, Marshall
Thank you voters!
1st grade had our nursing students do a lesson today about brushing their teeth. They learned how many times to brush their teeth a day, what song to sing while brushing their teeth and what foods are good or bad for their teeth. They were also given a goodie bag to take home. Thank you for helping us learn about how important it is to brush our teeth!
Spring break is here---and so are a new round of books in the free library! Stop by the school and enjoy some reading over break! No need to return--enjoy!
Please mark your calendars for April 7th-11th. Ridgeview students in grades 3, 4, and 5 will be taking our annual Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) and students in grade 5 will be taking the Illinois Science Assessment (ISA) testing.
Our 4th grade annual Market Day production is underway on student made items. We can't wait to see what the end products will look like!
Mrs. McCarty's 2nd graders shared
their career presentations with Mrs. Helmig's kindergarten class!! They were wonderful listeners!
Our friends at The Peppered Pig have put together a discounted menu for kids and will be open every day next week (except Monday) for lunch and dinner. If you are in Colfax during Spring Break and looking for something to eat be sure to stop in!
Lots to celebrate today! Mustangs making their community proud!
