Athletics Newsletter Week of September 22nd!




🚨🏀 LADY HAWKS BASKETBALL IS BACK! 🏀🚨
Mark your calendars ➡️ Monday, November 25 • 12PM
Your Lady Seahawks take on the Falfurrias Belles in a varsity showdown that’s guaranteed to be a classic.
🔥 It’s a winner-take-all Battle of 285 against 3A powerhouse Falfurrias — and it’s happening at the historic Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, home of the NBA Champion San Antonio Spurs.
🎟 Tickets are just $15 — and here’s the best part:
With your special Lady Hawks ticket, you ALSO get entry to:
👉 San Antonio Spurs vs. Phoenix Suns
📅 Thursday, March 19 • 7:00PM
That’s a chance to see NBA superstar Victor Wembanyama along with Spurs’ rising talents Devin Vassell, Keldon Johnson, and more as they take on Kevin Durant & the Suns!
📲 Scan the QR code to lock in your tickets today. Don’t wait — these will go fast.
This is more than basketball.
This is LADY SEAHAWK BASKETBALL.
This is OURS. 💚🏀
Mark your calendars ➡️ Monday, November 25 • 12PM
Your Lady Seahawks take on the Falfurrias Belles in a varsity showdown that’s guaranteed to be a classic.
🔥 It’s a winner-take-all Battle of 285 against 3A powerhouse Falfurrias — and it’s happening at the historic Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, home of the NBA Champion San Antonio Spurs.
🎟 Tickets are just $15 — and here’s the best part:
With your special Lady Hawks ticket, you ALSO get entry to:
👉 San Antonio Spurs vs. Phoenix Suns
📅 Thursday, March 19 • 7:00PM
That’s a chance to see NBA superstar Victor Wembanyama along with Spurs’ rising talents Devin Vassell, Keldon Johnson, and more as they take on Kevin Durant & the Suns!
📲 Scan the QR code to lock in your tickets today. Don’t wait — these will go fast.
This is more than basketball.
This is LADY SEAHAWK BASKETBALL.
This is OURS. 💚🏀

Nanny Elementary is supporting our Seahawks as De La Paz Middle School soared to a victory.


It’s game day! 🏐 Your Lady Hawks take on the Premont Cowgirls tonight in Premont. Come out and cheer loudly, let’s bring the energy! 💚🦅 #FN5GL #Sweepstakes

📚✨ High School Reading Challenge – End of Week 4 Update! ✨📚
The results are in, Seahawks! At the end of Week 4, here are the standings:
Seniors: 18 points 🥇
Sophomores, Juniors & Freshmen: still chasing the lead! 👀
With only 3 weeks left, the competition is getting intense. Which class will come out on top and earn the chance to slime a staff member? 💚🎉
Keep reading, taking your quizzes, and helping your class climb the leaderboard. Who will take the crown next week? 📖🔥
The results are in, Seahawks! At the end of Week 4, here are the standings:
Seniors: 18 points 🥇
Sophomores, Juniors & Freshmen: still chasing the lead! 👀
With only 3 weeks left, the competition is getting intense. Which class will come out on top and earn the chance to slime a staff member? 💚🎉
Keep reading, taking your quizzes, and helping your class climb the leaderboard. Who will take the crown next week? 📖🔥

🎉 Celebrating Excellence at Kaufer ECHS! 🎉
Today, 10 of our Seahawks were honored with the prestigious Javelina 100 Award at Kaufer Early College High School! 🏆
The Javelina 100 recognizes the first 100 students who applied, were accepted, and officially admitted to Texas A&M University–Kingsville. Along with this incredible honor, recipients are awarded scholarships as they take their next steps toward higher education.
✨ Our honorees:
Avary Lomas
AJ Ortega
Angelica Ortega
Ashlynn Rogers
Piper Colston
Savannah Avelar
Leyla Arias
Jathan Ten Cate
Ethan Perez
Alena Rodriguez
As members of the Seahawk Fraternity of Scholars, all ten are on track to graduate with an Associate Degree this year – before they even walk the stage for their high school diploma!
We were proud to welcome honored guests and TAMUK representatives Mr. Javier Peña and Dr. Rosalind Alderman to join in this celebration.
Kaufer ECHS is a proud partner of Texas A&M University–Kingsville, and we couldn’t be prouder of our students’ accomplishments. 💚🤍
#SeahawkPride #Javelina100 #FraternityOfScholars #RivieraISD
Today, 10 of our Seahawks were honored with the prestigious Javelina 100 Award at Kaufer Early College High School! 🏆
The Javelina 100 recognizes the first 100 students who applied, were accepted, and officially admitted to Texas A&M University–Kingsville. Along with this incredible honor, recipients are awarded scholarships as they take their next steps toward higher education.
✨ Our honorees:
Avary Lomas
AJ Ortega
Angelica Ortega
Ashlynn Rogers
Piper Colston
Savannah Avelar
Leyla Arias
Jathan Ten Cate
Ethan Perez
Alena Rodriguez
As members of the Seahawk Fraternity of Scholars, all ten are on track to graduate with an Associate Degree this year – before they even walk the stage for their high school diploma!
We were proud to welcome honored guests and TAMUK representatives Mr. Javier Peña and Dr. Rosalind Alderman to join in this celebration.
Kaufer ECHS is a proud partner of Texas A&M University–Kingsville, and we couldn’t be prouder of our students’ accomplishments. 💚🤍
#SeahawkPride #Javelina100 #FraternityOfScholars #RivieraISD
🎮💚 Congratulations to our Seahawks Gaming Varsity Esports Team members for the Fall '25 Season!
We’re proud to announce the following student-athletes who will represent us in competition:
Michael Salazar
Hadley Guevarra
Andres Garnica
Zeke Gonzalez
Desiree Quesada
Stryker Tankersly
Nathan La Rosa
Marcus La Rosa
Best of luck this season—we can’t wait to see your skills shine. Go Seahawks! 🦅
We’re proud to announce the following student-athletes who will represent us in competition:
Michael Salazar
Hadley Guevarra
Andres Garnica
Zeke Gonzalez
Desiree Quesada
Stryker Tankersly
Nathan La Rosa
Marcus La Rosa
Best of luck this season—we can’t wait to see your skills shine. Go Seahawks! 🦅

Please see the message attached from the Superintendent of Schools.

🏈 Seahawk Football Update – Middle School 🏈
On Thursday, September 11th, our Middle School Seahawks battled from start to finish in a hard-fought matchup against the Woodsboro Eagles, ending the game in a well-earned tie. 💚⚪
🌟 Player Highlights:
-Derek Gonzalez & Jaime Gonzalez stood out with strong performances on both offense and defense.
-The offensive line, anchored by Tyler Miller and Oran Dodd, paved the way and set the tone up front.
-Defensively, Trace and Trevor Urban played with toughness and grit, helping hold the line against a determined Woodsboro squad.
The Seahawks will return to action this Thursday at home vs. Hebbronville. Kickoff is set for 5:30 PM. Come out, pack the stands, and cheer on our young athletes as they continue to grow and compete with pride! 🦅
#SeahawkFootball #G3 #FN5GL #Sweepstakes
On Thursday, September 11th, our Middle School Seahawks battled from start to finish in a hard-fought matchup against the Woodsboro Eagles, ending the game in a well-earned tie. 💚⚪
🌟 Player Highlights:
-Derek Gonzalez & Jaime Gonzalez stood out with strong performances on both offense and defense.
-The offensive line, anchored by Tyler Miller and Oran Dodd, paved the way and set the tone up front.
-Defensively, Trace and Trevor Urban played with toughness and grit, helping hold the line against a determined Woodsboro squad.
The Seahawks will return to action this Thursday at home vs. Hebbronville. Kickoff is set for 5:30 PM. Come out, pack the stands, and cheer on our young athletes as they continue to grow and compete with pride! 🦅
#SeahawkFootball #G3 #FN5GL #Sweepstakes

It’s Game Day, Seahawk Nation! 🏐💚 Tonight marks our FIRST District Volleyball matchup at home — let’s PACK the stands and bring the energy! Come out, show your Seahawk Pride, and cheer our athletes on to victory!

Athletics Newsletter Week of September 15th!




📚✨ High School Reading Challenge – Week 5 Update! ✨📚
Our Reading Challenge is going strong, and the competition is heating up! Here are the current standings after Week 5:
Seniors: 15 points 🥇
Sophomores: 8 points 🥈
Freshmen: 4 points 🥉
Juniors: 1 point 🎉 (They’ve officially joined the challenge!)
With 4 weeks left, there’s still plenty of time for every class to climb the leaderboard. Remember—students earn points by reading books and completing a short 5-question multiple choice quiz in the library.
The winning class will get the chance to slime a staff member at the end of the challenge! 🎉💚
Keep reading, Seahawks—who will take the lead next week? 👀📖
Our Reading Challenge is going strong, and the competition is heating up! Here are the current standings after Week 5:
Seniors: 15 points 🥇
Sophomores: 8 points 🥈
Freshmen: 4 points 🥉
Juniors: 1 point 🎉 (They’ve officially joined the challenge!)
With 4 weeks left, there’s still plenty of time for every class to climb the leaderboard. Remember—students earn points by reading books and completing a short 5-question multiple choice quiz in the library.
The winning class will get the chance to slime a staff member at the end of the challenge! 🎉💚
Keep reading, Seahawks—who will take the lead next week? 👀📖

Today, we pause to remember, honoring the lives lost and the heroes of 9/11. A day forever etched in our hearts. We will never forget. United in remembrance, united in strength.
#NeverForget911
#NeverForget911

🎮 SEAHAWKS ESPORTS TRYOUTS 🎮
Do you have what it takes to be Riviera's next gaming champion? 🏆
Join us for Seahawks Gaming Tryouts featuring:
✨ Super Mario Kart
✨ Super Smash Brothers
📅 Date: Thursday, September 18th
🕓 Time: 4:00–7:00 PM
📍 Location: Esports Lab
🍕 Food will be provided!
The competition will be double-elimination bracket style.
👉 To secure your spot in the bracket, sign up with Mr. Arredondo.
Don’t miss your chance to represent Seahawk Esports! 💚🤍
Do you have what it takes to be Riviera's next gaming champion? 🏆
Join us for Seahawks Gaming Tryouts featuring:
✨ Super Mario Kart
✨ Super Smash Brothers
📅 Date: Thursday, September 18th
🕓 Time: 4:00–7:00 PM
📍 Location: Esports Lab
🍕 Food will be provided!
The competition will be double-elimination bracket style.
👉 To secure your spot in the bracket, sign up with Mr. Arredondo.
Don’t miss your chance to represent Seahawk Esports! 💚🤍

If you attended Kiddie Camp last month, join the cheerleaders on the Sidelines!
Friday, September 12th @ 7:30 PM, Coach Artie De La Rosa Football Field.
You can cheer, stunt, and tumble in the first half of the game! 🩷💚🦅
Friday, September 12th @ 7:30 PM, Coach Artie De La Rosa Football Field.
You can cheer, stunt, and tumble in the first half of the game! 🩷💚🦅

🚨🔒 Riviera ISD will be conducting a lockdown drill shortly. This is only a drill, no emergency. These drills help us practice our safety procedures and keep our students prepared.

🍁 CALLING ALL VENDORS! 🍁
RISD FALL FESTIVAL 2025
🎪 Booth Sign-Ups Now Open! 🎪
📍 Coach Artie De La Rosa Field
📅 Thursday, November 20, 2025
🕓 Time: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
🎉 Join us for an exciting evening of food, crafts, games, and fun for the whole community!
We’re looking for:
Candies & Specialty Snacks
Handmade goods & crafts
Local businesses & community organizations
Scan the QR Code or Link to Sign up: Riviera ISD Vendor Link
RISD FALL FESTIVAL 2025
🎪 Booth Sign-Ups Now Open! 🎪
📍 Coach Artie De La Rosa Field
📅 Thursday, November 20, 2025
🕓 Time: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
🎉 Join us for an exciting evening of food, crafts, games, and fun for the whole community!
We’re looking for:
Candies & Specialty Snacks
Handmade goods & crafts
Local businesses & community organizations
Scan the QR Code or Link to Sign up: Riviera ISD Vendor Link

🏆 Celebrating Excellence at Kaufer Early College High School 🏆
We are proud to announce that 10 of our students — the most ever in school history — have been recognized as part of the Texas A&M University–Kingsville Javelina 100!
These outstanding students were selected among the First 100 admitted students for the upcoming 2026–2027 school year. Their dedication to academics has earned them this prestigious honor and scholarship from Texas A&M–Kingsville.
We are proud to announce that 10 of our students — the most ever in school history — have been recognized as part of the Texas A&M University–Kingsville Javelina 100!
These outstanding students were selected among the First 100 admitted students for the upcoming 2026–2027 school year. Their dedication to academics has earned them this prestigious honor and scholarship from Texas A&M–Kingsville.
📚🍂 Save the Date! 🍂📚
Our Fall Book Fair is coming soon!
📅 October 20–24
Get ready to shop new books, discover great reads, and support our school library. Mark your calendars now!
Our Fall Book Fair is coming soon!
📅 October 20–24
Get ready to shop new books, discover great reads, and support our school library. Mark your calendars now!

Just a reminder that our first FFA meeting is on Wednesday at 7pm in the cafeteria.
Hope to see everyone there!
Hope to see everyone there!

