We are just days away from celebrating our incredible graduates. To ensure a smooth and memorable evening for everyone, here are the details for the Commencement ceremony:
📍 Ceremony Details
Date: Thursday, May 21, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: UMSL’s Mark Twain Center
Address: 211 Mark Twain Drive, St. Louis, MO 63121
💻 Can't Make It In Person?
Don't worry, you won't miss a moment! We will be broadcasting the entire ceremony live so friends and family near and far can celebrate with us.
Live Stream Link: youtube.com/rgsdschools
Pro-Tip for attendees: Plan to arrive early to secure parking and find your seats before the processional begins at 6:00 PM sharp. Let’s make this an unforgettable night for the Class of 2026! 🎉 #Ramily #RGHS #Classof2026
Innovation was on full display at Westview MS for the FIRST LEGO League Competition! Our talented scholars engineered, coded, and competed their way to glory in an epic showcase of STEM excellence. We enjoyed our special dino guests roaming the halls to cheer on our future engineers! 🦕🦖
We celebrate all scholars, staff, families and community partners who made the event possible. Congrats to all participants and winners.🥇 Special thanks to The Little Bit Foundation for their incredible support of our brilliant scholars. The future is being built right here at RGSD schools! 🧱🏗️ #Ramily
The Class of 2026 took center stage for our Senior Luncheon. We gathered to celebrate the brilliance, grit and growth of our amazing scholars who spent years pouring their hearts into their studies and extracurriculars.🎉
The energy was a perfect mix of praise and excitement as we honored our award winners for their academic excellence, huge personalities and outstanding leadership. Between the laughter, the stories and the incredible meal, the joy was overwhelming!
A few highlights from the day:
🏆 The Awards: Recognizing the hard work and dedication that happens behind the scenes.
✊🏾 The Legacy: Seeing our future leaders ready to move forward and take on the world.
🍽️ The Hospitality: A huge thank you to Catering to You for hosting the Ramily and providing such a delicious meal.
To our seniors: Being part of your educational journey has been an absolute honor. We are immensely proud of the people you’ve become, and we know you’re going to do big things.👏🏾 Go out there and change the world, but remember, you’ll always have a home at The View! 🏠🐏❤️ #ClassOf2026 #Ramily #FutureLeaders #RGHS
Riverview Gardens High School will host the Self-Love Summit on Saturday, May 16 from 10 am - 1 pm. This event is designed to empower the RGSD community, teach valuable leadership skills and provide community resources.
This event is open to the public. Students, parents, residents and community leaders are encouraged to attend.
Here is what’s in store:
🎤 Inspiring Keynote Speakers discuss the secrets to success and resilience.
🧠 Guided Breakout Sessions for deep dives into leadership and safety.
🤝 Community Connection with neighbors who are ready to make a difference.
📅 Saturday, May 16
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Riverview Gardens High School
💰 FREE and open to all community members!
Let’s show up for ourselves and each other as we work together toward a safer, stronger future! #SelfLoveSummit #Ramily
HEART STOPPING. GROUND SHAKING. UNFORGETTABLE. 🥁🔥
Riverview Gardens High School hosted the 2nd Annual Drums Along the River Band and Drumline Competition. The event featured the talented bands from Vashon High School, University City High School, Jennings High School, Cardinal Ritter College Prep, East St. Louis High School, West Side Leadership Academy and our very own Golden Rams Marching Band. From the very first strike of the drum to the final whistle, the Ramily was treated to a day filled with pure pride and joy.👏🏾
We celebrated remarkable talent and unforgettable performances. A huge shoutout to our competitors, West Side Leadership Academy, who traveled all the way from Gary, Indiana to bring the house down.🎉
Drums Along the River was more than just a competition, the day was defined by:
💪🏾Passion: Every performer gave it their all and truly left it on the floor.
✊🏽Community: A massive thank you to the fans for packing the stands and celebrating these artists in such a fun, thrilling and respectful way.
🖤Love: Beyond the scores, the atmosphere was a beautiful reminder of what happens when we come together to support our youth.
Thank you to every scholar, participant, band director, parent, volunteer and community partner who made this possible. We’re still buzzing from the energy! 🎺🔥 #DrumsAlongTheRiver #Ramily
Ready to play an active role in our journey toward excellence? We’re calling on the entire RGSD community to join us for our upcoming BOE meeting.
📍 RGSD Central Services, 1370 Northumberland Drive
📅 Tuesday, May 12
🕖 7 p.m.
Showing up and staying informed is a great way to support RGSD schools. Whether you’re a parent, a student, or a proud community member, we want to see you there. Let’s keep moving forward together! 🍎📚 #Ramily
We’re thrilled to celebrate three incredible scholars who proved that showing up is half the battle. Please join us in congratulating our 2025 - 2026 attendance prize winners! These amazing scholars signed attendance pledges sponsored by our wonderful partners at North County Fire & Rescue (NCFR) during the Back to School Bash. They didn't just sign a paper, these scholars followed through with commitment and consistency, meeting all attendance requirements throughout the school year.🤩
This achievement is a shining example of what happens when dedication meets the power of community partnerships.🌟 We are so proud of these scholars for making their education a top priority every single day.👏🏾🎉 Special thanks to NCFR for their unwavering support of our scholars and for helping us emphasize that every day in the classroom counts. Attendance matters! 🍎📚 #Ramily
Today, we celebrate all mothers who give endless love. They are always our biggest supporters and cheer us on in everything we do. 📣
Thank you for loving us unconditionally. 🌸
#HappyMothersDay #Ramily
To all RGSD teachers — thank you for your dedication. ❤️ Your hard work and commitment help shape bright futures and make a lasting difference in our schools and community.
Keep up the amazing work — you are truly valued! 🍎👏
#Ramily
Our Parents as Teachers (PAT) Magic House Night was an evening to remember, filled with wonder and discovery for our youngest scholars and their families. Scholars dived into engaging, hands-on activities that turned playtime into a classroom without walls.🎈🎣 It was incredible to watch our students explore and learn meaningful life lessons through every exhibit.
A special thank you to all staff who worked behind the scenes to make this night so magical. These moments strengthen the bond between families and our schools while ensuring a bright start for every scholar!🌟😎 #Ramily #ParentsAsTeachers
At RGSD, we appreciate our teachers for building students' confidence, sparking curiosity beyond the textbook and encouraging every student along the way. 💙 Take a moment this week to thank your teacher and show your appreciation. 🌟
#Ramily #TeacherAppreciationWeek
Attention Ramily! Before the week gets ahead of you, take a moment to pour back into yourself. We’re thrilled to invite all RGSD staff and parents to Self-Care Monday at Westview Middle School.
We know how hard you work to support our scholars, and you can’t pour from an empty cup. Join us for an afternoon dedicated to wellness, relaxation, and rejuvenation. 💙💛
What’s in store:
🧘🏾♀️ Breathwork Sessions: Find your center and clear your mind.
💃 Dancing: Shake off the stress and get moving!
🌿 Wellness Vendors: Connect with local resources dedicated to your health.
Event Details:
📅 Monday, May 11
📍 Westview Middle School, 1950 Nemnich Road
🕓 4:30 pm – 6 pm
This event is free and open to all RGSD staff and parents. Whether you need five minutes of peace or an hour of movement, we want to see you there. Let’s prioritize our well-being together!👌🏾 🧘🏾♀️💪🏾 #Ramily #SelfCareMonday #RamPride
A Masterpiece of Talent: RGSD’s Fine Arts Festival! 🎨🎶✨
What an unforgettable evening! Our Districtwide Fine Arts Festival was a true showcase of the brilliance, creativity and soul of our scholars. From the moment you walked in, the halls were filled with unique and vibrant artwork that left families, teachers and community members in awe. 🤩
The magic didn't stop at the gallery. Our gifted scholars took to the stage for a series of captivating and unforgettable performances. Great job!👏🏾🎉
#Ramily #RGSDSchools #FineArtsFestival #RamPride
Get ready for the loudest, most exciting event of the spring! Join the Ramily this Saturday, May 9 for our annual Drums Along the River Drumline and Band Competition. We’re bringing the heat to Riverview Gardens High School with a lineup of sensational regional marching bands ready to bring the noise. This is a musical showcase you do not want to miss!
📍 Riverview Gardens High School, 1218 Shepley Drive
📅 Saturday, May 9
🕛 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
🎟️ Entry: $10 at the door
Grab your friends, find a seat in the stands and prepare to be amazed by the precision and talent of these incredible musicians. Let’s show our visiting bands that nobody brings the energy like the View!👏🏾🎷🥁🎺🎶 #Ramily #DrumsAlongTheRiver #RamPride #RamilyStrong
🏫✨ RGSD teachers learn your name. 📋 They notice when you're struggling. 🤝 They make you feel like you belong.
The best classrooms aren't just about content 📚 — they're built on relationships, trust and instruction. 💪
Here's to every teacher who shows up not just to teach a subject, but to invest in a person. 💛🌟
Thank you, RGSD teachers, for everything you do! 🙌💐
#Ramily
Today is the day dedicated to honoring the incredible professionals who care for RGSD students every single day. 🩺
Thank you for the quiet heroism you bring to the RGSD community every day. 🙏🏼
#NationalSchoolNurseDay #Ramily
Get ready for the loudest, most exciting event of the spring! Join the Ramily this Saturday, May 9 for our annual Drums Along the River Drumline and Band Competition. We’re bringing the heat to Riverview Gardens High School with a lineup of sensational regional marching bands ready to bring the noise. This is a musical showcase you do not want to miss!
📍 Riverview Gardens High School, 1218 Shepley Drive
📅 Saturday, May 9
🕛 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
🎟️ Entry: $10 at the door
Grab your friends, find a seat in the stands and prepare to be amazed by the precision and talent of these incredible musicians. Let’s show our visiting bands that nobody brings the energy like the View!👏🏾🎷🥁🎺🎶 #Ramily #DrumsAlongTheRiver #RamPride #RamilyStrong
