Welcome to the Rapid Nation
Hello Rapid Nation,
At Riverside, we want all of our grade 9 students to have the necessary tools to be successful, and build real connections in our school and community. Numerous studies show that when students have a positive experience during their first year of high school, the success rate of students significantly increases throughout their high school experience. We have implemented new initiatives, and built upon previous structures, to provide comprehensive support and guidance for incoming grade 8 students, and current grade 9's throughout their transitional year at Riverside.
Below is a time frame of events and activities for the incoming grade 8's and current grade 9 students. COVID-19 protocols and guidelines are fluid and constantly changing, therefore, all of our events are tentative as we plan and coordinate. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Our goal of supporting students does not change. We want to assure you that student, family, and staff safety is our priority as well look to adapt to the current situation. We look forward to seeing you at Riverside, and being a part of the Rapid Nation. Please continue to check this website, your emails, and social media for updates.
Important Start Up Documents
Students Health and Safety Acknowledgement (Form)
My School Day App - How To.pdf
Grade 9 Applications of Digital Literacy Course and Edublog Information (2020-2021).pdf
Grade 9 Tech Information Package (2020-2021).pdf
Grade 9 Technology FAQ's (2020-2021).pdf
Important Links
1:1 Technology Information
Activities and Events
September
Grade 9 Orientation Day
What - Grade 9 students come to Riverside and get to walk through their first day at school. Students will receive their usernames and passwords, course schedules and any pertinent information to prepare them for the first week. Students will also walk through a mock bell schedule and discover all of their classes. Students will receive information with various start up information at the end of August, additional information will also be given at the Orientation Day.
Date - Thursday, September 10, 2020
Time - 9:00 am to 11:00 am
Location - Period 2 Classrooms *your class schedules have been emailed to you and will be posted at the front of the school when you arrive.
*Please arrive at the school at 8:55, just a reminder to hand sanitize, bring your mask, stay socially distanced, and go directly to your period 2 classroom. We are asking students not to group in the hallways, and follow the proper pathways throughout the school.
*Devices are not required for this event
Schedule - Below
Grade 9 Digital Boot Camp
What - Grade 9 students will have an opportunity to learn, discover and play with the various programs used at Riverside. Students will gain an understanding about the technologies that are used, and how they will be used throughout their time here. This years Boot Camp will be will be adapted due school guidelines and restrictions.
Digital Boot Camp Information and Schedule
Date - Friday, September 11, 2020
Time - 9:00 am to 11:00 am
Location - Period 2 Classrooms. The same classroom you were in for the orientation day.
*Please arrive at the school at 8:55, just a reminder to hand sanitize, bring your mask, stay socially distanced, and go directly to your period 2 classroom. We are asking students not to group in the hallways, and follow the proper pathways throughout the school.
*Bring your personal device fully charged | Bring your usernames and passwords located in your grade 9 package (received at Orientation Day | Classroom teachers will also have a copy
Grade 9 Start Up Interview What - Students meet with their Block 2 (teachers) after their first 2 weeks of school.
Date - TBD
Time - 2:35 pm - 3:00 pm
Location - Block 2 classrooms
January
Grade 9 Midterm Interview
What - Students have an interview with RAP teachers to demonstrate Core Competency development, discuss progress over the semester, and set goals.
Date - Following the Math 9 Midterm - Actual Date TBD
Time - 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
GT 9 Midterm Interview Questions 2020
Grade 8 Orientation Day
What - Students will get toured around Riverside, hearing and learning about the various courses and programs offered here.
Date - January - Actual Date TBD
Time - 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
February
Grade 8 Parent Information and 1:1 Technology Night
What - Parents and students are invited to learn about Riverside and student programming for courses. They will also have an opportunity to interact with students and staff around the 1:1 Digital Immersion program at Riverside.
Date - February - Actual Date TBD
Time - 6:00 pm - 8:15 pm
May
Grade 8 Leadership Presentations
What - Leadership students plan and prepare in depth presentations about Riverside for all of our feeder middle schools. Grade 8 students can ask questions and get firsthand knowledge about what it means to be a Rapid.
Date - May
Time - Varies
June
Grade 9 Final Interview
What - Students have an interview with RAP teachers to demonstrate Core Competency development, discuss progress over the semester, and set goals.
GT 9 Year End Interview Questions
Date - Following the Math 9 Final - Actual Date TBD
Time - 11:30 - 12:15
