Harvest of the Month is an initiative of the California Department of Public Health that features nutrition education tools and resources to support healthy lifestyle habits like eating fruits and vegetables every day. Research shows eating a colorful variety of fruits and vegetables and getting at least 60 minutes of…
Learning in an inquiry-based, differentiated environment may be different than your personal educational experiences. But we believe that: all people can learn, leaders in education have a moral obligation and an amazing opportunity to create K-12 public education in America, growth mindset is essential to personal and professional growth and…
We are very excited to begin project-based learning this year with the Engage2Learn learning model. The model in student centered and encourages students to be active learning through research, collaboration, demonstration of learning, and presentation of findings. Benefits of ELM What is the Engage Learning Model
We are very excited about gardening. Rio Plaza is the recipient of two garden grants and will be installing a primary grade and upper grade garden. The gardens will provide a space for biology instruction and hands-on learning. and students will eat what they harvest! This is part of our…
(Rollover an image to access more information on a program.) Learn More Catchin' the 5 C'sA Play about the 5 C’s The Catchin’ the five C’s is a 1/2 hour educational play inspired by superintendent Dr. John Puglisi focusing around the five C’s which consist of communication, collaboration, caring, critical…
(Rollover an image to access more information on a program.) Learn More After School ProgramsAfter school programs operate at all eight school campuses. EXPLORE program operates at all Rio School District campuses, prioritizing students who are experiencing homelessness, foster youth, eligible for free or reduced priced meals, or English language learners.…
This year the Rio School District has made a concerted effort to develop our Visual arts programs across our eight schools. In doing so, we hired two new outstanding art teachers who are working to develop art lessons and learning with students and teachers alike. This week we will hold…
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was an American man that left teachers and students an endless legacy of learning for as long as there are schools , lessons, and the country we call the United States of America. In memory of his legacy, I often sing a song I wrote…
English classes for parents are available at no cost each Tuesday and Thursday at 10:00 a.m. The classes focus on conversational English and how to best communicate with your child’s teacher and school staff. More information is available in the school office.