We want to extend a huge thank you to the Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) College of Engineering for hosting our students at Javelina Engineering Open House!
Our students had an incredible opportunity to explore the diverse programs available through immersive experiences and interactive sessions with student-led projects. The hands-on exposure provided invaluable insights into the world of engineering and the exciting paths our students can pursue.
Days like this remind us what can happen when institutions come together for student success! We are incredibly proud of our students for their curiosity and engagement, and we are grateful to the faculty, staff, and student organizations at TAMUK for such a meaningful and motivating experience.






FALL FESTIVAL SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT!
A huge THANK YOU to all of our amazing sponsors who helped make this year’s Fall Festival possible! 🍁✨
This event would not be what it is without the incredible support of our community. Your generosity, partnership, and commitment to our students allow us to create a fun, safe, and memorable night for families across RISD.
We are truly grateful for every business, organization, and individual who stepped up to support our event. From donations to vendors and everything in between, thank you for believing in our school and our kids!
🤝❤️ We couldn’t do this without you.
Let’s show our sponsors some love in the comments and be sure to support the businesses that support our students.
See you all Thursday evening at Coach Artie De La Rosa Field.
#FallFestival25 #CommunityStrong #ThankYouSponsors #RISDFamily
A huge THANK YOU to all of our amazing sponsors who helped make this year’s Fall Festival possible! 🍁✨
This event would not be what it is without the incredible support of our community. Your generosity, partnership, and commitment to our students allow us to create a fun, safe, and memorable night for families across RISD.
We are truly grateful for every business, organization, and individual who stepped up to support our event. From donations to vendors and everything in between, thank you for believing in our school and our kids!
🤝❤️ We couldn’t do this without you.
Let’s show our sponsors some love in the comments and be sure to support the businesses that support our students.
See you all Thursday evening at Coach Artie De La Rosa Field.
#FallFestival25 #CommunityStrong #ThankYouSponsors #RISDFamily

We are officially set for the 2025 Fall Festival!
Our vendors are locked in, students are excited, and the weather looks like it might bring all the right fall vibes. We are monitoring the weather and the chance of rain. Updates will be posted here.
A quick reminder for everyone: school sponsored booths are cash only, so plan ahead.
We cannot wait to celebrate with you. Bring your friends, your family, and your best fall spirit. See you there!
Our vendors are locked in, students are excited, and the weather looks like it might bring all the right fall vibes. We are monitoring the weather and the chance of rain. Updates will be posted here.
A quick reminder for everyone: school sponsored booths are cash only, so plan ahead.
We cannot wait to celebrate with you. Bring your friends, your family, and your best fall spirit. See you there!


GAMEDAY.
Lady Hawks Basketball hits the road to take on the Odem Lady Owls!
JV tips at 5 PM, Varsity right after.
Make the trip. Bring the noise.
Let’s show them what Riviera Basketball is all about. 💚🏀💚
Lady Hawks Basketball hits the road to take on the Odem Lady Owls!
JV tips at 5 PM, Varsity right after.
Make the trip. Bring the noise.
Let’s show them what Riviera Basketball is all about. 💚🏀💚

🦃✨ As we enter this season of gratitude, here are a few reminders for our families!
Wishing everyone a happy, safe, and restful Thanksgiving break! 🍁💛
Wishing everyone a happy, safe, and restful Thanksgiving break! 🍁💛

Newsletter Week of November 17th-November 20th








Lady Hawks roll to a big Game #2 victory!
A strong team effort from start to finish as both Varsity and Junior Varsity earned wins over Hebbronville.
Varsity Player of the Game: Scarlett Cross for her impact tonight. The Lady Hawks are 2-0 to start the season.
Next contest: Monday vs the Lady Owls of Odem.
Momentum is building. Hawks keep climbing. 🟢🦅
A strong team effort from start to finish as both Varsity and Junior Varsity earned wins over Hebbronville.
Varsity Player of the Game: Scarlett Cross for her impact tonight. The Lady Hawks are 2-0 to start the season.
Next contest: Monday vs the Lady Owls of Odem.
Momentum is building. Hawks keep climbing. 🟢🦅

✨ Animal Science Students Take Career Day to the Next Level! ✨
Our Animal Science students had an incredible opportunity this week at the Texas A&M VSCP Food Animal Medicine Career Day Camp!
We started the day at Las Palmas Veterinary Clinic in Falfurrias with Dr. Vickers, where students witnessed real-world procedures including artificially inseminating heifers and collecting semen samples from bulls—an unforgettable hands-on look at large-animal reproduction management.
Next, we traveled to El Coyote Ranch on La Paloma, where students learned how a working Longhorn cattle operation functions. They worked alongside Dr. Wilkinson as he sonogrammed bred heifers, palpated, and collected semen samples, giving them a rare chance to see veterinary medicine in action.
Students were treated to a delicious meal courtesy of El Coyote Ranch and wrapped up the day hearing from proud Riviera Alumni — Dr. Pancho Hubert, Ms. Della Serna, and Mr. Felix Serna, who shared their career journeys and advice.
We are so proud of our students for representing Riviera so well and grateful to everyone who helped make this experience possible!
Our Animal Science students had an incredible opportunity this week at the Texas A&M VSCP Food Animal Medicine Career Day Camp!
We started the day at Las Palmas Veterinary Clinic in Falfurrias with Dr. Vickers, where students witnessed real-world procedures including artificially inseminating heifers and collecting semen samples from bulls—an unforgettable hands-on look at large-animal reproduction management.
Next, we traveled to El Coyote Ranch on La Paloma, where students learned how a working Longhorn cattle operation functions. They worked alongside Dr. Wilkinson as he sonogrammed bred heifers, palpated, and collected semen samples, giving them a rare chance to see veterinary medicine in action.
Students were treated to a delicious meal courtesy of El Coyote Ranch and wrapped up the day hearing from proud Riviera Alumni — Dr. Pancho Hubert, Ms. Della Serna, and Mr. Felix Serna, who shared their career journeys and advice.
We are so proud of our students for representing Riviera so well and grateful to everyone who helped make this experience possible!









Lady Seahawks Basketball Update
Our away game at Odem has been moved.
It was originally set for Tuesday, November 18, but Odem has rescheduled it to Monday, November 17 at 5 PM and 6 PM.
We’re sorry for any inconvenience this causes our traveling fans. We hope to see you in Odem showing that Seahawk pride!
Our away game at Odem has been moved.
It was originally set for Tuesday, November 18, but Odem has rescheduled it to Monday, November 17 at 5 PM and 6 PM.
We’re sorry for any inconvenience this causes our traveling fans. We hope to see you in Odem showing that Seahawk pride!

Progress Reports have been posted to Parent Portal for Nanny Elementary, De La Paz Middle School, and Kaufer Early College High School. If you have any issues accessing your child's profile on Parent Portal, please contact your the designated campus for assistance.

Riviera ISD students had the great opportunity to visit Pattern’s Gulf Wind Windfarm on the Kenedy Memorial Foundation Ranch. Students learned how the windfarm harvests enough wind power to support over 90,000 Texas homes. This tour gave students an inside look into what a career in renewable energy looks like, right in our own back yard. As a bonus, the lead tower technician, Matt, was a 2004 Riviera ISD Alumni who showcased exactly what our students are capable of.







Our Riviera FFA members shined bright at the Mesquite District Leadership Development Events on Wednesday, November 12th!
🥇 Greenhand Skills- Advancing to Area: Dairrin Huff, Ralph Huff, Trace Urban, Trevor Urban, & Cody White
🥈 Senior Skills- Advancing to Area: Joey Gonzales, Liam Hinojosa, Evan Mayberry, Emma Valenzuela, & Jake White
🥈 Ag Advocacy- Advancing to Area: Morgan Butler, Anley Gonzales, Hailey Huff, & Ava Mayberry
🥈 Senior Spanish Creed Speaking- Advancing to Area: Karla Lugo
⭐️ Radio Broadcasting: Caleb Bunger, Gabby Hare, Abigail Solomon
⭐️ Senior Creed Speaking: Maisyn Bippert
⭐️ Chapter Quiz Team: Aleyda De La Paz, Emma Valenzuela, & Maddie Valenzuela
⭐️ Job Interview: Grace Bull
🥇 Greenhand Skills- Advancing to Area: Dairrin Huff, Ralph Huff, Trace Urban, Trevor Urban, & Cody White
🥈 Senior Skills- Advancing to Area: Joey Gonzales, Liam Hinojosa, Evan Mayberry, Emma Valenzuela, & Jake White
🥈 Ag Advocacy- Advancing to Area: Morgan Butler, Anley Gonzales, Hailey Huff, & Ava Mayberry
🥈 Senior Spanish Creed Speaking- Advancing to Area: Karla Lugo
⭐️ Radio Broadcasting: Caleb Bunger, Gabby Hare, Abigail Solomon
⭐️ Senior Creed Speaking: Maisyn Bippert
⭐️ Chapter Quiz Team: Aleyda De La Paz, Emma Valenzuela, & Maddie Valenzuela
⭐️ Job Interview: Grace Bull
🔥 Home Opener! Two great games for the price of ONE! 🔥
The hottest ticket in town is LADY HAWK BASKETBALL--and it all starts Friday night!
Come pack the gym and help us kick off our home schedule the right way. Let’s set the tone early and bring that Lady Hawk energy.
All Military Veterans and Law Enforcement come in absolutely free as we honor our Veterans during Veterans Day week.
Thank you for your service—enjoy a great night of basketball on us.
Riviera vs Hebbronville
Friday, November 14 – 5PM Tipoff, JV followed by The Varsity Team
Pay at the door. Concessions are cash only.
See you at the home opener! Let’s make it loud. 💚🏀🤘

✨ LEADING Students – Day 2 in New Mexico!
Our students shined during the Research Symposium and Career Day, presenting their proposed research to peers, faculty, and professionals with confidence and excellence. They ended the day with a fun and insightful True Colors workshop, collaborating with college students. We couldn’t be prouder of their leadership, curiosity, and teamwork! 💚📚
Our students shined during the Research Symposium and Career Day, presenting their proposed research to peers, faculty, and professionals with confidence and excellence. They ended the day with a fun and insightful True Colors workshop, collaborating with college students. We couldn’t be prouder of their leadership, curiosity, and teamwork! 💚📚



🌵 LEADING Program Students Take on New Mexico! 🌿
Our amazing students in the LEADING Program with Texas A&M University–Kingsville (TAMUK) spent their first day in New Mexico diving into college-level research experiences!
They explored plant and animal research centers, learning about cutting-edge studies — including how robotics is being integrated into plant science 🤖🌱. The students are gaining hands-on insight into real-world research and innovation.
On Wednesday, they’ll take the stage at the Research Symposium and Career Fair, where they’ll present their own proposed research projects to university students, faculty and professionals.
We’re so proud of these young scholars for challenging themselves and representing our school with excellence and curiosity! 💚🤍
Students:
Adelina Bell, Piper Colston, Armando Ortega & Jathan Ten Cate
Our amazing students in the LEADING Program with Texas A&M University–Kingsville (TAMUK) spent their first day in New Mexico diving into college-level research experiences!
They explored plant and animal research centers, learning about cutting-edge studies — including how robotics is being integrated into plant science 🤖🌱. The students are gaining hands-on insight into real-world research and innovation.
On Wednesday, they’ll take the stage at the Research Symposium and Career Fair, where they’ll present their own proposed research projects to university students, faculty and professionals.
We’re so proud of these young scholars for challenging themselves and representing our school with excellence and curiosity! 💚🤍
Students:
Adelina Bell, Piper Colston, Armando Ortega & Jathan Ten Cate



🎉 Come Have a Great Time with the Department of Support Services! 🎉
Join us on Thursday, November 13, 2025, for the Seahawk Family Fun Night - featuring Prize Bingo, Lotería, Games, and a Title I, Part A Presentation!
📍 Location: School Cafeteria
🕠 Time: 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
This event is FREE for the whole family! Enjoy door prizes and free snacks (while supplies last).
We can’t wait to see you THERE! 😊
Join us on Thursday, November 13, 2025, for the Seahawk Family Fun Night - featuring Prize Bingo, Lotería, Games, and a Title I, Part A Presentation!
📍 Location: School Cafeteria
🕠 Time: 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
This event is FREE for the whole family! Enjoy door prizes and free snacks (while supplies last).
We can’t wait to see you THERE! 😊

Today, Riviera ISD proudly honored the brave men and women who have served our country. We extend our deepest gratitude to all veterans for their courage, sacrifice, and dedication to protecting our freedom.

Riviera Lady Seahawks Honor Veterans 🇺🇸
The Riviera Lady Seahawks proudly joined the Riviera Cemetery Association in continuing what has become a cherished Lady Seahawk Basketball tradition. Coaches, players, and managers spent the morning placing American flags on the graves of U.S. servicemembers laid to rest at the Riviera Cemetery in honor of Veterans Day.
This annual act of service allows our student-athletes to pause, reflect, and recognize the true meaning of sacrifice and gratitude. It reminds us that representing Riviera means more than just competing on the court—it’s about character, community, and respect for those who made our freedoms possible.
As the season begins, the Lady Seahawks carry with them the spirit of service, unity, and pride in representing both their school and community. 💚🏀
The Riviera Lady Seahawks proudly joined the Riviera Cemetery Association in continuing what has become a cherished Lady Seahawk Basketball tradition. Coaches, players, and managers spent the morning placing American flags on the graves of U.S. servicemembers laid to rest at the Riviera Cemetery in honor of Veterans Day.
This annual act of service allows our student-athletes to pause, reflect, and recognize the true meaning of sacrifice and gratitude. It reminds us that representing Riviera means more than just competing on the court—it’s about character, community, and respect for those who made our freedoms possible.
As the season begins, the Lady Seahawks carry with them the spirit of service, unity, and pride in representing both their school and community. 💚🏀







November FFA Meeting!
Join us Wednesday, November 12th at 7PM in the cafeteria for our monthly FFA meeting! We’ll have hot cocoa and sweet treats to keep you cozy while we discuss upcoming events.
November Service Project: Bring a new blanket to donate to the nursing home — let’s share some warmth this season!
Join us Wednesday, November 12th at 7PM in the cafeteria for our monthly FFA meeting! We’ll have hot cocoa and sweet treats to keep you cozy while we discuss upcoming events.
November Service Project: Bring a new blanket to donate to the nursing home — let’s share some warmth this season!

Athletics Newsletter Week of November 10th-14th!










