Teamwork and math skills in Mrs. McCoy's kindergarten classroom.
Cold temperatures but warm hearts! Don't forget to bundle up as the weather is changing! Please reach out to the elementary office if your student needs a coat, hats, or gloves!
Fourth Grade had our annual "Winn-Dixie" party to celebrate the end of our novel. Thanks to all the parents that volunteered to send in supplies. The students had a blast!
It's National School Bus Safety Week
Here are some tips for drivers sharing the road with school buses:
Stop for School Buses -
*When you see a school bus slowing down or stopping, it’s not just the bus that you need to have your eyes on – but the surrounding area too.
*Children wait at least several feet away from a bus and often cross the street when they’re boarding or getting off the bus. This is why you must stop for school buses, and don’t attempt to pass.
Illegal School Bus Passing -
*Illegal school bus passing poses a significant threat to children and others on the road.
*In every state, it is illegal for you to pass a school bus while the stop-arm is extended and the red lights are flashing.
Understanding School Bus Lights -
*Learn the school bus laws in your state and always follow them, as well as the flashing lights that school bus drivers use to alert you.
*Yellow flashing lights indicate the bus is preparing to stop to load or unload children. You should slow down and prepare to stop your vehicle.
*Red flashing lights and extended stop arms indicate the bus has stopped and children are getting on or off. You must stop your car and wait until the red lights stop flashing, the extended stop-arm is withdrawn, and the bus begins moving, before you can start driving again.
Here are some tips for drivers sharing the road with school buses:
Stop for School Buses -
*When you see a school bus slowing down or stopping, it’s not just the bus that you need to have your eyes on – but the surrounding area too.
*Children wait at least several feet away from a bus and often cross the street when they’re boarding or getting off the bus. This is why you must stop for school buses, and don’t attempt to pass.
Illegal School Bus Passing -
*Illegal school bus passing poses a significant threat to children and others on the road.
*In every state, it is illegal for you to pass a school bus while the stop-arm is extended and the red lights are flashing.
Understanding School Bus Lights -
*Learn the school bus laws in your state and always follow them, as well as the flashing lights that school bus drivers use to alert you.
*Yellow flashing lights indicate the bus is preparing to stop to load or unload children. You should slow down and prepare to stop your vehicle.
*Red flashing lights and extended stop arms indicate the bus has stopped and children are getting on or off. You must stop your car and wait until the red lights stop flashing, the extended stop-arm is withdrawn, and the bus begins moving, before you can start driving again.
Did you know this week is National School Bus Safety Week?
Parents, it’s important to talk to your children about bus stop safety.
Here are some tips:
Before the Bus Arrives -
*Your child should arrive at the bus stop 5 minutes before the bus arrives.
*Visit the bus stop and show your child where to wait for the bus, at least 10 feet (5 giant steps) away from the curb.
*Remind your child the bus stop is not a place to run or play.
Getting On and Off Safely -
*When the school bus arrives, your child should wait until the bus comes to a complete stop, the door opens, and the driver says it’s okay to get on or off.
*Your child should use the handrails to avoid falling.
Always Use Caution Around the Bus -
*Your child should never walk behind a school bus.
*If your child must cross the street in front of the bus, tell them to walk on a sidewalk or along the side of the street to a place at least 10 feet (5 giant steps) in front of the bus before crossing.
*Your child should also make eye contact with the bus driver before crossing to make sure the driver can see that they’re crossing to avoid the danger zone.
*If your child drops something near the school bus, like a phone or book, the safest thing is for your child to tell the bus driver right away. Your child should not try to pick up the item, because the driver might not be able to see them.
Parents, it’s important to talk to your children about bus stop safety.
Here are some tips:
Before the Bus Arrives -
*Your child should arrive at the bus stop 5 minutes before the bus arrives.
*Visit the bus stop and show your child where to wait for the bus, at least 10 feet (5 giant steps) away from the curb.
*Remind your child the bus stop is not a place to run or play.
Getting On and Off Safely -
*When the school bus arrives, your child should wait until the bus comes to a complete stop, the door opens, and the driver says it’s okay to get on or off.
*Your child should use the handrails to avoid falling.
Always Use Caution Around the Bus -
*Your child should never walk behind a school bus.
*If your child must cross the street in front of the bus, tell them to walk on a sidewalk or along the side of the street to a place at least 10 feet (5 giant steps) in front of the bus before crossing.
*Your child should also make eye contact with the bus driver before crossing to make sure the driver can see that they’re crossing to avoid the danger zone.
*If your child drops something near the school bus, like a phone or book, the safest thing is for your child to tell the bus driver right away. Your child should not try to pick up the item, because the driver might not be able to see them.
The Ridgeview Pre-K students have been working hard and showing us the Mustang way and earning Mustang awards this year!
📖💡 Did you know? Research shows that just 20 minutes of reading with your child each day can expose them to 1.8 million words in a year! Reading together not only builds vocabulary and comprehension but also creates special moments of connection. 💕 #RidgeviewReads #ReadersGrow
This friend approached Marshall and told him, "Marshall you are a star!" Her kind word changed our day! Marshall also reminds us to speak kindly to ourselves--we humans can be hard on ourselves! 🐾. We are practicing kindness daily at Ridgeview!
1L had so much fun with some Apple experiments! We built Apple towers to see how many apples we could stack without it falling. Then we made predictions on which parts of an apple would sink or float.
Happy fall! Happy Friday! Happy kids! Congratulations to our weekly Mustang award winners! We love recognizing our students for behavior beyond regular expectations!
First graders used chalk to draw whatever they wanted in art class. Here are some of their creative ideas.
Ridgeview is looking to hire a new custodian.
Visit the District Vacancies page on our website (ridgeview19.org) to apply online, or contact Taryn Lopshire in the District Office for more information.
https://www.ridgeview19.org/o/ridgeview-cusd-19/page/district-vacancies
tlopshire@ridgeview19.org, (309)-723-5111
Join the Mustang team today!
Smiles for miles! Picture day, parent and teacher conferences, short week and lots of great weather! It was a good week at Ridgeview!
🔤✨ In the early grades, students learn in both whole group and small group settings. Together, they practice letter sounds and discover how those sounds blend to make words — the exciting first steps toward becoming readers! 📚💡 #RidgeviewReads #BuildingReaders
Ridgeview-Lexington Wrestling info meetings were held today for grades 5-12. Email Coach Lopshire at jlopshire@ridgeview19.org or join the TeamReach for more info!
The Scholastic Book Fair is HERE! Please join us tonight or tomorrow from 3:30-7:30 p.m. in the library to shop all of the great books!
Remember, there will be no school on Friday or Monday. Enjoy the long weekend!
Mrs. McCoy's kindergarten class kicked off a new arc in ELA. We loved learning how to use our sense of touch to guess what items were in the bag.
We're hiring! Visit the District Vacancies page on our website for a link to apply for this and other currently open positions: https://www.ridgeview19.org/o/ridgeview-cusd-19/page/district-vacancies
Mark your calendars for Monday Oct 20th, Chestnut Family Health will be here to provide Flu Shots, starting after school until 6pm. No appointments needed, it is a walk-in clinic this year! Remember to bring your ID and insurance card. Anyone under 18 will need a parent/guardian with them. See you there!
