We’re celebrating!🥳
Craig Nowden, Riverview Gardens High School Band & Art Director, was honored with the Riverview Excellence award at our May 12 BOE meeting!
Mr. Nowden has enacted innovation and a standard of excellence in our district. From leading the Mighty Marching Golden Rams to hosting Drums Along the River, the exhilarating drumline and band competition, his dedication to our students and community is truly unmatched.👌🏾
To make this celebration even sweeter, the Golden Rams marching band received generous donations from the RGSD Education Foundation and The St. Louis Black Authors of Children’s Literature! 👏🏾📚🎺
Thank you, Mr. Nowden, for your inspiring leadership. Special thanks to our amazing community partners for investing in the music and futures of our students. How amazing! 🍎📚 #Ramily #RGSD #RiverviewExcellence #RGSDEducationFoundation
Mark Your Calendars: RGSD's 2026 Graduation & Promotion Season is Here! 🥇🎓🤩
From our rising kindergartners to our high school seniors, it’s time to celebrate the hard work, dedication and achievements of our incredible scholars.👏🏾 We're so proud of the Class of 2026 and all of our promoting classes! 🎉
For the official schedule of this year's ceremonies scan the QR code or visit: https://www.rgsd.k12.mo.us/page/graduations-and-promotions. #Ramily
🎓 Class of 2026, it’s almost time to cross the stage! 🎓
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
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
LEGOS, LITTLE BOTS, AND BIG BRAIN ENERGY! 🤖🏆
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
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
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
📅 May 10 | Mother’s Day
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
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
📅 May 4–8 | Teacher Appreciation Week
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
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
May 4 - May 8 | Teacher Appreciation Week
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
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
Recharge and refocus: Self-Care Monday! 🧘🏾♂️✨
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
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
May 6 | National School Nurse Day
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
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
Feel the beat at Drums Along the River! 🥁🎺✨
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
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
🗓️ May 5 | Teacher Appreciation Day
Today and every day, we celebrate our phenomenal teachers at RGSD. 🎉 Our teachers are the definition of unstoppable. 💪 They drive success and lead with patience. 🌟 Thank you to every teacher who pours into our students and community — we appreciate you! ❤️🍎✨
#Ramily
📅 May 4–8 | Teacher Appreciation Week
During Teacher Appreciation Week, we recognize the extraordinary impact RGSD teachers have on our students' lives.
Our teachers show up every day — for every student. ❤️
Thank you, RGSD teachers. You are the heart of student success. 🌟
#Ramily #TeacherAppreciation
During Teacher Appreciation Week, we recognize the extraordinary impact RGSD teachers have on our students' lives.
Our teachers show up every day — for every student. ❤️
Thank you, RGSD teachers. You are the heart of student success. 🌟
#Ramily #TeacherAppreciation
The Future Looks Bright for the Class of 2026! 🎓🌟
It was an exciting atmosphere at Riverview Gardens High School as our incredible seniors officially celebrated Decision Day! We kicked off the morning with a delicious breakfast, fueling our scholars for a day filled with excitement, pride, and massive prizes! 🥞✨
The Class of 2026 took center stage to announce their next steps, from college campuses and trade schools to military service and career paths. The room was packed with pride as scholars made their announcements.
To celebrate their hard work, scholars participated in an amazing raffle. Huge congratulations to our winners who walked away with:
📺 A Smart TV
💻 A MacBook
📱 iPad Minis
🧳 New Luggage
💳 And plenty of gift cards
We are beyond proud of the grit and determination these scholars have shown on their journey toward graduation. Seeing their faces light up as they shared their future plans reminds us exactly why the Ramily is so special.💙💛 We celebrate the brilliance coming out of the View! Let’s keep that momentum going as we head toward the finish line. Go Rams! 🎉👏🏾 #Ramily #RGHS #ClassOf2026 #DecisionDay #RamPride #FutureLeaders
It was an exciting atmosphere at Riverview Gardens High School as our incredible seniors officially celebrated Decision Day! We kicked off the morning with a delicious breakfast, fueling our scholars for a day filled with excitement, pride, and massive prizes! 🥞✨
The Class of 2026 took center stage to announce their next steps, from college campuses and trade schools to military service and career paths. The room was packed with pride as scholars made their announcements.
To celebrate their hard work, scholars participated in an amazing raffle. Huge congratulations to our winners who walked away with:
📺 A Smart TV
💻 A MacBook
📱 iPad Minis
🧳 New Luggage
💳 And plenty of gift cards
We are beyond proud of the grit and determination these scholars have shown on their journey toward graduation. Seeing their faces light up as they shared their future plans reminds us exactly why the Ramily is so special.💙💛 We celebrate the brilliance coming out of the View! Let’s keep that momentum going as we head toward the finish line. Go Rams! 🎉👏🏾 #Ramily #RGHS #ClassOf2026 #DecisionDay #RamPride #FutureLeaders
This May, RGSD schools is proud to join the nation in celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month! We are taking this time to honor the rich history, diverse cultures, and incredible contributions that Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have made to our community and our country. We believe our diversity is our greatest strength. Throughout the month, we invite our Ramily to learn more about the heritage of our AAPI neighbors. Join us as we reflect, learn, and grow together. Happy AAPI Heritage Month! 💙💛 #Ramily
Rolling with the Mustangs!🐎
The energy was off the charts at Skate City for Meadows ES’ skate party! Everyone traded their shoes for skates and enjoyed a fun, exciting evening of gliding across the rink.😎✨
Events like these are what the Ramily is all about, building strong connections and creating lasting memories. It was wonderful to see our Meadows community showing off their moves and supporting one another with so much laughter and school spirit. Go Mustangs!🎉🥳 #Ramily
The energy was off the charts at Skate City for Meadows ES’ skate party! Everyone traded their shoes for skates and enjoyed a fun, exciting evening of gliding across the rink.😎✨
Events like these are what the Ramily is all about, building strong connections and creating lasting memories. It was wonderful to see our Meadows community showing off their moves and supporting one another with so much laughter and school spirit. Go Mustangs!🎉🥳 #Ramily
Building the Future: FIRST LEGO League Competition! 🤖🧱✨
Get ready to witness innovation in action. We are calling all community members to join us this Saturday, May 2, for an incredible display of talent at the Little Bit Foundation’s LEGO League Competition.
Our brilliant RGSD scholars have been working hard to design, build, and code. Now, they are ready to unleash their robotic creations and showcase their real-world problem-solving skills! 🚀 From engineering feats to creative teamwork, prepare to be absolutely amazed by the next generation of leaders and thinkers.
📍 Westview Middle School, 1950 Nemnich Rd.
📅 Saturday, May 2
🕘 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Come out and support our scholars as they compete with heart and brilliance. Let's show them that the entire Ramily is in their corner! 💙💛 #Ramily
We're celebrating!🎉
RGSD congratulates Arianne Dino's 5th grade class for taking 1st place at our districtwide Science Olympiad!🏆 They received the Riverview Excellence award for their exceptional science project. We applaud your accomplishment! 🥳👏🏾 #RiverviewExcellence
RGSD congratulates Arianne Dino's 5th grade class for taking 1st place at our districtwide Science Olympiad!🏆 They received the Riverview Excellence award for their exceptional science project. We applaud your accomplishment! 🥳👏🏾 #RiverviewExcellence
Our districtwide Fine Arts Festival is coming soon. Join us Thursday, April 30 from 5 pm to 8 pm at Riverview Gardens HS, 1218 Shepley Drive. Enjoy vibrant artwork and live performances by our talented scholars.🎨🎶🎭 Mark your calendars, show your Ramily pride and don’t miss it!🤩 #Ramily
