Future Engineers in the Making 🚀
Several Kaufer Early College High School students (grades 9–12) were invited by Texas A&M University–Kingsville to take part in an incredible learning experience featuring Mr. George Salazar, a NASA engineering leader and author of From the Barrio to NASA.
During the visit, our students—many of whom are aspiring engineers and innovators—participated in interactive exercises that challenged their problem-solving and teamwork skills. They enjoyed lunch with peers from across the region and engaged in an inspiring Q&A session that explored the importance of perseverance, education, and grit in achieving personal and professional goals.
Mr. Salazar’s story, from humble beginnings to leading NASA systems engineering teams for the Space Shuttle, Orion, and Artemis programs, showed our students what’s possible when passion meets purpose. His message resonated deeply with our group and reminded them that great achievements often begin with small steps and strong determination.
We’re incredibly proud of our students for representing Kaufer ECHS and Riviera ISD with maturity, curiosity, and class. Thank you to TAMUK and Mr. Salazar for hosting such a meaningful and motivating event for the next generation of dreamers and doers.
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👑 Joseph Garza & Angelica Ortega! 👑
Congratulations on this well-deserved honor and thank you for representing Kaufer Early College High School with class and spirit! 💚 #Homecoming2025 #Royalty #Seahawks
Newsletter Week of November 3rd!!!
Go Seahawks!!!
Congratulations to our cheerleaders of the Week, Senior and Captain, Avary Lomas, Junior and Captain, Caroline Russek, Sophomore, Jayla Dodd, and 8th grader, Emma Gonzales. Way to go girls! We are so proud of you! 💚🤍🦅
This week, our Spanish classes learned about Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) a beautiful Mexican tradition celebrated on November 1st & 2nd to honor and remember loved ones who have passed.
Students created marigold tissue flowers, brought photos of loved ones, and helped build our classroom ofrenda, a special altar that welcomes the spirits of those we hold close in our hearts. 💛🕊️
A huge thank you to Mr. De La Rosa's 4th-period class for working so hard to set up our ofrenda, and to Mrs. Mayberry for her support! 🙌💐
At the beginning of the year, the library shared information about our online reading platform — the Sora App. This amazing tool gives students access to read or listen to books online, anywhere, anytime!
🌟 Sora includes all of the 2025–2026 Lone Star and Bluebonnet books, along with thousands of other engaging titles students will love.
✨ New Feature: Parental Controls
Sora’s new Parental Controls feature gives families and guardians greater visibility and management over their child’s reading experience. You can now help guide your student’s reading choices, see what they’re exploring, and encourage their love of books — all from one easy-to-use app.
📚 This feature supports Riviera ISD’s commitment to keeping families connected and engaged in every child’s reading journey.
🔗 More detailed instructions can be found here:
👉 https://www.rivieraisd.us/page/margery-malin-library
Questions?
📧 Kimberly Mayberry, District Librarian
📞 361-296-3101
✉️ kmayberry@rivieraisd.us
Riviera ISD now offers parents the ability to view what their child is checking out from the school library! 🏫✨
What You Can See:
✅ Checkout History – See what your child has read
📅 Current Checkouts & Due Dates – Keep track of books and return times
💲 Fines/Fees (if any) – View outstanding balances
🚫 Block Certain Titles – Block access to specific materials
🧾 How to Get Started:
1️⃣ Use the same email you use for Parent Portal
2️⃣ Scan the QR Code to access the verification page for Riviera ISD
3️⃣ Check your inbox — you’ll receive a verification email to complete setup
🔗 More detailed instructions can be found here:
👉 https://www.rivieraisd.us/page/margery-malin-library
This program is optional, but it’s a wonderful way to stay connected to your child’s reading journey and spark conversations about the books they love. 📖💭
Questions?
📧 Kimberly Mayberry, District Librarian
📞 361-296-3101
✉️ kmayberry@rivieraisd.us
It all comes down to this! The Riviera Seahawks take the field one last time this season in a Friday night battle against the Premont Cowboys!
This year has been about growth, grit, and greatness — and our Seahawks are ready to finish strong in front of the home crowd! From the weight room to the practice field, these boys have put in the work, and now it’s time to leave it all on the gridiron.
🔥 Kickoff: 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Artie De La Rosa Field
🎟️ Be There. Be Loud. Be Proud.
Let’s fill the stands and send our seniors out with the full power of Seahawk Nation! 💪🦅
#SeahawkFootball #G3 #SeahawkNation #FinishStrong #ProtectTheNest
FINAL GAME FOR OUR DLP SEAHAWKS!!
Couldn’t make it to the Book Fair? No worries — you can still shop online through October 30! 🎉
🛒 Shop Online Here: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/rivieraindschooldistrict1
💙 25% of every online purchase goes directly back to support our school library, helping us bring even more great books and resources to our students!
🚚 Book-only orders over $35 ship FREE, so it’s a great time to stock up on favorites.
🐾 Calling all Dog Man fans! You can now preorder Dog Man #14: Big Jim Believes!
Simply add the title to your cart, then use code FAIRSHIP during checkout for FREE shipping to your home!
Let’s keep the reading excitement going, Riviera ISD! 📖💫
Roles played by the following students:
King Midas – Wesley Clements
Marigold – Gia Galicia
Lady Gordum – Mia Salinas
Bacchus – Kasen Douglass
Roles were played by the following students:
Roderick Usher – Layton “Duke” Garcia
Charlie Nelson – Ezekiel Perez
Madeline – Trevor Urban
Sound Effects Group – Oran Dodd, Zaylin Gonzalez, Aleena Saavedra, Aneya White
