Dear Parent or Guardian,
At Ridgeview C.U.S.D. #19, the safety and security of our students and staff is our highest priority.
Each year the district partners with the Colfax Police Department and other local agencies to continually review
and update our emergency response procedures. Ridgeview uses the “I Love You Guys” Standard
Response Protocol (SRP), which is endorsed and supported by many school districts and law enforcement
agencies across the country. The SRP provides a common, easy-to-understand language for students, staff,
and first responders in emergency situations. The SRP focuses on five specific actions: Hold, Secure,
Lockdown, Evacuate, and Shelter. These actions allow everyone in the building to respond quickly, calmly,
and appropriately depending on the type of situation.
We are required by state law to conduct at least one law enforcement drill per school year that involves the
presence of law enforcement officials. This ensures that our students know their role during a potential threat.
During these drills, Ridgeview works in cooperation with the Colfax Police Department to provide a safe,
controlled opportunity for students to practice emergency procedures.
Our drill this year is scheduled for Thursday, September 4, 2025, at around 8:25 a.m. All students
(Elementary, Junior High, and High School) will practice the Lockdown portion, and we will have discussions
about the Evacuation procedures in a calm and orderly fashion. Police officers and school administrators will
walk through the building to ensure that staff and students are implementing the appropriate procedures.
Portions of the drill will require students to sit quietly out of sight (away from windows and doors), while other
portions will involve discussing evacuation procedures.
We hope that we will never have to use these procedures in a real-life situation, but it is important for all staff
and students to understand the steps in place to keep everyone safe at school. Parents and guardians have
the opportunity to exempt their child from participating in this drill if they wish. If you would like your child to opt
out, please contact your child’s school office by Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
Thank you for your support in helping us provide a safe learning environment for all students.
Sincerely,
Erik Young
Superintendent
At Ridgeview C.U.S.D. #19, the safety and security of our students and staff is our highest priority.
Each year the district partners with the Colfax Police Department and other local agencies to continually review
and update our emergency response procedures. Ridgeview uses the “I Love You Guys” Standard
Response Protocol (SRP), which is endorsed and supported by many school districts and law enforcement
agencies across the country. The SRP provides a common, easy-to-understand language for students, staff,
and first responders in emergency situations. The SRP focuses on five specific actions: Hold, Secure,
Lockdown, Evacuate, and Shelter. These actions allow everyone in the building to respond quickly, calmly,
and appropriately depending on the type of situation.
We are required by state law to conduct at least one law enforcement drill per school year that involves the
presence of law enforcement officials. This ensures that our students know their role during a potential threat.
During these drills, Ridgeview works in cooperation with the Colfax Police Department to provide a safe,
controlled opportunity for students to practice emergency procedures.
Our drill this year is scheduled for Thursday, September 4, 2025, at around 8:25 a.m. All students
(Elementary, Junior High, and High School) will practice the Lockdown portion, and we will have discussions
about the Evacuation procedures in a calm and orderly fashion. Police officers and school administrators will
walk through the building to ensure that staff and students are implementing the appropriate procedures.
Portions of the drill will require students to sit quietly out of sight (away from windows and doors), while other
portions will involve discussing evacuation procedures.
We hope that we will never have to use these procedures in a real-life situation, but it is important for all staff
and students to understand the steps in place to keep everyone safe at school. Parents and guardians have
the opportunity to exempt their child from participating in this drill if they wish. If you would like your child to opt
out, please contact your child’s school office by Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
Thank you for your support in helping us provide a safe learning environment for all students.
Sincerely,
Erik Young
Superintendent
SUBSTITUTES NEEDED: Paraprofessional Aides, Kitchen Assistants, Teachers, Bus Drivers
If interested in becoming a substitute at Ridgeview, contact the Unit Office at (309)-723-5111, or
email tlopshire@ridgeview19.org.
If interested in becoming a substitute at Ridgeview, contact the Unit Office at (309)-723-5111, or
email tlopshire@ridgeview19.org.
Campers wear your shirt and come out and support the volleyball team at the home opener Tuesday night.
Fantastic fun was had for Ridgeview JH students! Mrs. Moreland and Miss Brown's Life Skills and Math classes attended the Leroy Fall Festival for the Special Person's Day!
Don't Fall Behind!
Friday Night Lights are just around the corner! This Friday night, Aug. 22nd at 6 pm the Ridgeview-Lexington Mustangs will be scrimmaging the Prairie Central Hawks at Ridgeview.
The leadership council and PC captains will be at the gates collecting donations for the Susan G. Komen organization for breast cancer research and outreach. There isn’t a set entry amount per person but any donation is welcomed and appreciated!!
Did you know that meals at Ridgeview are FREE of charge? Breakfast is the right way to start the day.
Congratulations to the following English 1 and 2 students! They wrote the most persuasive paragraphs in their class periods on their very first day of the school year!!! In no particular order: Mia Y, Wyatt C, Ishaiah W, Toby M, Tanner C, Ethan N, Matthew D, Bailey K, Ava O, Squire O, Anna B, Braelynn G!
Welcome Back!!! This is a quick message to the Ridgeview High School students. Reminder - that Zero Hour does NOT start until next Monday, August 18th at 7:20am. Also, BCA does NOT start until next Monday, August 18th.
However, all BCA students need to be in attendance at school on Wednesday, August 13th by 10:15am.
Looking forward to a GREAT school year Mustangs!
#EveryDayCounts
However, all BCA students need to be in attendance at school on Wednesday, August 13th by 10:15am.
Looking forward to a GREAT school year Mustangs!
#EveryDayCounts
August in the Mustang Café! Welcome back!
Welcome Miss Brown!
High School Volleyball apparel store is now open!
Place orders by Sunday, August 17th.
Welcome Mrs. Hays!
The hallways are quiet now, but they won't be for long! I'm excited to welcome back our students, faculty, and staff over the next few days. Faculty and Staff return Monday (tomorrow) and students return on Wednesday!
As our halls fill once again, I want to remind everyone to be mindful of the increased activity around the school. Please be aware of more pedestrian and vehicle traffic, and remember to watch for school buses! I'm looking forward to seeing everyone this week!
Let's have a safe and successful school year!
Mr. Young
As our halls fill once again, I want to remind everyone to be mindful of the increased activity around the school. Please be aware of more pedestrian and vehicle traffic, and remember to watch for school buses! I'm looking forward to seeing everyone this week!
Let's have a safe and successful school year!
Mr. Young
Reach out to Ms. Winterland (nwinterland@ridgeview19.org) for more information about the Building Trades course that meets before school!
Thank you for your participation and support of our Free Summer Feeding Program!
Welcome back Ridgeview Families!!! Let's get the 2025-2026 school year started.
See you soon!
