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![Nominees Mckenzie Percoski and Caidyn Sanders both hold basketball and smile at the camera in their uniforms.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736180326/gmsdk12org/rz3of16s3pzheql0pvhi/JanAthleteoftheMonth.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1736180326/gmsdk12org/rz3of16s3pzheql0pvhi/JanAthleteoftheMonth.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1736180326/gmsdk12org/rz3of16s3pzheql0pvhi/JanAthleteoftheMonth.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1736180326/gmsdk12org/rz3of16s3pzheql0pvhi/JanAthleteoftheMonth.png","width":1080}])
January 2025 - Six high school athletes and seven middle school athletes have been nominated for January’s Athlete of the Month. Read about each student athlete and cast your vote!
- Athletics
![Veterans stand as Riverdale choir sings each song]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1735582661/gmsdk12org/xbnixy1krddz2toltuzp/RESVeteransDay24.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1735582661/gmsdk12org/xbnixy1krddz2toltuzp/RESVeteransDay24.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1735582661/gmsdk12org/xbnixy1krddz2toltuzp/RESVeteransDay24.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1735582661/gmsdk12org/xbnixy1krddz2toltuzp/RESVeteransDay24.png","width":1080}])
November 2024 - I Love America Day 2024 marked the 25th year of Riverdale’s vibrant celebration honoring the bravery and sacrifice of the nation’s veterans. The event brought the community together with a heartfelt parade and tributes, expressing deep gratitude for those who have served and protected the freedoms we cherish.
![Riverdale students excitedly gather around a mid-size young dog wearing a decorated shirt. The dog is jumping up onto one girl, and everyone in the circle is either petting the dog or reaching out to pet the dog. They are in a school hallway and the dog is wearing a leash with the words "Adopt Me" on it.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731441197/gmsdk12org/oykm2dx5n5ve6cihqtxa/Untitleddesign8.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731441197/gmsdk12org/oykm2dx5n5ve6cihqtxa/Untitleddesign8.png","width":300}])
November 2024 -- Riverdale Elementary hosted The Art of Rescue Literacy and Art Family Night, supporting local humane societies and uniting the community. Seventh graders explored osmosis with a Naked Egg experiment, first graders enjoyed pumpkin activities, and Halloween-themed P.E. games added festive fun.
![Multiple nominees for November from sports like cheer, football, and swim.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730827195/gmsdk12org/pwelkqs87pbcxbtavd8t/ArticleThumbnails_11.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730827195/gmsdk12org/pwelkqs87pbcxbtavd8t/ArticleThumbnails_11.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1730827195/gmsdk12org/pwelkqs87pbcxbtavd8t/ArticleThumbnails_11.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730827195/gmsdk12org/pwelkqs87pbcxbtavd8t/ArticleThumbnails_11.png","width":1080}])
November 2024 - Six high school athletes and six middle school athletes have been nominated for November’s Athlete of the Month. Read about each student athlete and cast your vote!
- partners
![Some of the nominees smile at the camera.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1728308508/gmsdk12org/al6umrvl8b0jmgugyj4b/OctAthleteoftheMonth24.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1728308508/gmsdk12org/al6umrvl8b0jmgugyj4b/OctAthleteoftheMonth24.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1728308508/gmsdk12org/al6umrvl8b0jmgugyj4b/OctAthleteoftheMonth24.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1728308508/gmsdk12org/al6umrvl8b0jmgugyj4b/OctAthleteoftheMonth24.png","width":1080}])
October 2024 - Six high school athletes and five middle school athletes have been nominated for October’s Athlete of the Month. Read about each student athlete and cast your vote!
![A Riverdale student speaks at Veterans Day.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1735583057/gmsdk12org/lsjdmgnyob7p9adbdi86/Freedomweek.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1735583057/gmsdk12org/lsjdmgnyob7p9adbdi86/Freedomweek.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1735583057/gmsdk12org/lsjdmgnyob7p9adbdi86/Freedomweek.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1735583057/gmsdk12org/lsjdmgnyob7p9adbdi86/Freedomweek.png","width":1080}])
September 2024--GMSD celebrated Freedom Week with engaging activities across all grade levels, fostering students' understanding of the U.S. Constitution and the principles of citizenship.
![Officer Carter stands outside of Riverdale in front of a sign for him.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1735583246/gmsdk12org/cjcmy2cfrxbdy3ttgbqc/OfficerCarter.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1735583246/gmsdk12org/cjcmy2cfrxbdy3ttgbqc/OfficerCarter.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1735583246/gmsdk12org/cjcmy2cfrxbdy3ttgbqc/OfficerCarter.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1735583246/gmsdk12org/cjcmy2cfrxbdy3ttgbqc/OfficerCarter.png","width":1080}])
September 2024 - School Resource Officer Ryan Carter has retired after seven years at Riverdale, where he was a valued mentor and positive influence on students and staff. His departure is marked by heartfelt notes of appreciation from the community, highlighting his significant impact on school safety and morale.
![A group of students in their STEM class]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1735583396/gmsdk12org/qupuec0u4ywzwsprsadi/sept2024post1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1735583396/gmsdk12org/qupuec0u4ywzwsprsadi/sept2024post1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1735583396/gmsdk12org/qupuec0u4ywzwsprsadi/sept2024post1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1735583396/gmsdk12org/qupuec0u4ywzwsprsadi/sept2024post1.png","width":1080}])
September 2024 - Sixth grade students conducted experiments to examine the effects of ramp height and object mass on energy. They used different inclines and objects to investigate these variables.
![The nominees' headshots. They are all in their team uniforms, smiling at the camera.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1725892668/gmsdk12org/sn460msoj5mkwmhavxgr/SeptAthleteoftheMonth24.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1725892668/gmsdk12org/sn460msoj5mkwmhavxgr/SeptAthleteoftheMonth24.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1725892668/gmsdk12org/sn460msoj5mkwmhavxgr/SeptAthleteoftheMonth24.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725892668/gmsdk12org/sn460msoj5mkwmhavxgr/SeptAthleteoftheMonth24.png","width":1080}])
September 2024 - Five high school athletes and six middle school athletes have been nominated for September’s Athlete of the Month. Read about each student athlete and cast your vote!
![Addison Causey and Chase Manning]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1723475561/gmsdk12org/qcjzktqhz4wkf3tec5fv/Aug24AthleteoftheMonth.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1723475561/gmsdk12org/qcjzktqhz4wkf3tec5fv/Aug24AthleteoftheMonth.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1723475561/gmsdk12org/qcjzktqhz4wkf3tec5fv/Aug24AthleteoftheMonth.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1723475561/gmsdk12org/qcjzktqhz4wkf3tec5fv/Aug24AthleteoftheMonth.png","width":1080}])
August 2024 - Six high school athletes and six middle school athletes have been nominated for August’s Athlete of the Month. Read about each student athlete and cast your vote!