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Opportunities for enrollment
Students moving into our Portland, Oregon district are welcome to join Riverdale Grade School or Riverdale High School at any point in the school year. Non-resident students seeking the sought-after Riverdale education can take part in our annual enrollment lottery. Requests are accepted September through mid-February for the following school year – similar to Portland area private schools. During that time, we offer several ways to visit our two schools so you can determine if Riverdale is the right fit for you.
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An 'essential' academic program
While aligned with the Common Core Curriculum, what sets Riverdale's PreK-12 academic program apart is our integration of the 10 Common Principles of the Coalition of Essential Schools. We focus on helping students learn to use their minds well, emphasize depth over breadth to instill mastery of subject matter, personalize our teaching for our students and stress high expectations while fostering an ‘unanxious’ environment in which students feel empowered to learn.
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An eye toward college
The college-going culture at Riverdale High School begins freshman year. And upon graduation, our seniors possess the skills, motivation and self-awareness needed to succeed in college and in life. Riverdale graduates continue their academic careers at some of the nation’s finest colleges and universities.
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The arts are at the heart of our school
Riverdale continues to demonstrate its commitment to both visual and performing arts by making art a core academic subject area. Students at Riverdale Grade School and Riverdale High School experience an extensive visual arts curriculum and a strong program for musical expression, along with drama program offerings.
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Campus life for students and parents
Riverdale is an exciting, energetic place where our PreK-12 students are encouraged to participate in a wide range of activities – both in and out of the classroom. We nurture a passion for personal interests, a habit of critical thinking and a comprehensive understanding of civic virtue. From extensive field studies, service learning requirements and student leadership to engaging clubs and academic teams, our students are challenged intellectually and welcomed for who they are. And parents play a big part, too.
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Athletics at Riverdale
Our interscholastic athletics program is an integral part of our students’ experience, reinforcing what they learn in the classroom. Our athletes develop leadership skills, respect for others and tenacity as they work together to achieve a common goal. On average, more than 80 percent of Riverdale’s 5th-12th grade students participate in some form of organized athletics. Go Mavericks! Go Falcons!
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RHS senior named a Commended Student
Congratulations to Riverdale senior Emma Brendle, who has been named a Commended Student in the 2019 National Merit Scholarship Program. Read more.
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RGS art teacher Liz Randall recognized
We’re so proud of Riverdale Grade School’s art teacher, Liz Randall, who was selected as a 3rd place winner of the Oregon Art Educator Association’s “Teachers as Artists” exhibit at the Maryhill Museum of Art. Read more.
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Riverdale Golf Tournament raises funds for athletics program
The 1st Annual Riverdale Golf Tournament fundraiser drew nearly 70 golfers, 100 patrons and 24 sponsors and donors to help Riverdale Athletics raise vital funds to maintain its programs for the 2018-19 school year. Read more about the event and plans for next year.
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Riverdale again ranked high, report says
According to the 2019 ratings report by consumer research site Niche, Riverdale School District is once again one of the top districts in the state. See how they ranked our district and schools.
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Riverdale schools will now use buzz-in entry system
For added security, we will begin using a new buzz-in entry system at the front door of each school. All back and side entrances to the schools will remain locked during the school day. Learn more.
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Warriors’ player discovered love of chess at Riverdale Grade School
The Warriors’ Klay Thompson has a long-time love of chess. In fact, his fascination with the game started with a 7th-grade chess elective at Riverdale Grade School.
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The 2018-19 school budget: What to expect
We approached the budget with care and consideration for our district’s values and what is most important to our families. See what's staying the same and what changes you'll notice next year.
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Recent grad chosen as UCSC Doris Duke Scholar
Becca Lumbantobing, class of 2017, was one of only 20 students recently accepted into the University of California-Santa Cruz Doris Duke Scholars Program. Learn more about this achievement.
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Interim superintendent for 2018-19
Jim Schlachter, former superintendent of Gresham-Barlow School District, will serve as Riverdale's interim superintendent for the 2018-19 school year.
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Where will you find the class of 2018 next year?
This year’s class received 172 acceptances to 106 colleges/programs in the United States, Canada and even Europe, and was offered more than $5 million in scholarships. Find out more.
