Wednesday, May 3rd, Riviera FFA traveled to Orange Grove to attend the Mesquite District FFA Banquet and compete in the Mesquite District FFA Speaking Contest Events. We are so proud of the 20 students who attended whether to compete, receive an award, run for office or participate as a voting delegate. Mary Smith ended her year of service as the 2022-2023 Mesquite District FFA President. Elizabeth Lugo will continue to serve the Mesquite District as the 2023-2024 Sentinel and Zane Henske will begin a year of service as the Mesquite District FFA Treasurer. Piper Colston and Isa Hubert received third in the talent show for their musical performance.
Mesquite District Speaking Contest results are as follows:
Extemporaneous Speaking- Ian Mayberry- 2nd place
Senior Prepared Public Speaking Plant Science- Elizabeth Lugo- 2nd place
Senior Prepared Public Speaking Ag Policy- Isa Hubert- 2nd place
Senior Prepared Public Speaking Agriculture Technology and Communications- Owen Bryant- 1st place
Senior Prepared Public Speaking Natural Resources- Destinee Reyes- 1st place
The following teams were also recognized for their accomplishments throughout the year:
Greenhand Spanish Creed Speaking- 3rd place
Senior Spanish Creed Speaking- 2nd place
Job Interview- 2rd place
Applied Ag Engineering- 3rd place
Senior Farm Skills- 2nd place
Greenhand Farm Skills- 1st place
Floriculture- 2nd place
Vet Tech- 2nd place
Ag Mechanics- 1st place
We are so thankful for our Lunch Heroes who help create and maintain healthy nutritional practices in our Seahawks. Your influence on nutrition supports the physical and emotional well-being of our students not only feeding their tummies but their entire mind, body & soul.
Thank you for all you do!
Lady Seahawk Golfer Jalena Salinas receives an amazing honor of All State Academic Golf Team.
Kaufer ECHS Seniors had the unique opportunity to tour Keiwit Offshore Services Plant in Ingleside, Texas and learn about the potential jobs that may be available to them. Keiwit shared with us information about their company and life-after-graduation tips. The 555-acre facility specializes in the fabrication and integration of large, complex offshore projects.
Pictured is the world’s largest crane with 20 of our Seahawks!
Area Championship Softball Game
Lady Shiner Comanches vs Lady Riviera Seahawks
Friday, May 5 at 6:30 p.m.
Oliver Holland received the Rotary Club Scholarship as Student of the Month. Oliver will be attending Tarleton State University to study pre-veterinary science. Oliver has been an outstanding student in his dual credit classes, active in FFA and has award-winning Ag projects. Congratulations to Oliver!
The Department of Support Services would like to inform parents, students, and the community of the Awareness Dates for the month of May. The Character Trait for the month of May is COURAGE.
Cinco de Mayo Celebration Send Off this Friday, May 5 at 10 a.m.
RISD is very proud of the kids that competed at this level. It’s definitely not easy and they showed their toughness throughout the two days of stiff competition against the best of the best.
A special Thank You to the Seniors on the team-you’ve left big shoes to fill!
Finally, a BIG CONGRATULATIONS to Vincent Suarez, earning 2nd place in Pole Vault. He will continue his journey at State on May 12-13 in Austin. RISD is beyond proud of him!!
For a detailed list of results please click on the link below…
https://www.spatotrack.us/results/highschool/2023/kingreg/
As Riviera ISD has begun celebrating the best teachers in South Texas, we would like to recognize Mrs. Rhonda Yaklin for receiving the KIII 3 News 3Star Teacher nomination.
With 38 years of experience, no wonder she’s a pro! Mrs. Rhonda Yaklin continues to go above and beyond for Riviera ISD! All students at Riviera ISD are loved and supported by Mrs. Yaklin. She teaches 5th grade, sponsors Middle School Student Council, is the UIL Coordinator for elementary, and continues to bring unique academic opportunities to Kaufer ECHS. In her spare time, she is a Chief Relationship Officer for Author John Brubaker, who recently published a book called “Roody Kangaroo Moves Forward”. Rhonda's passion is for students. She is dedicated to enhancing connectedness, resilience and fostering a positive school climate. She is known for saying “Resilient kids become resilient adults, I SEE YOU”
https://www.kiiitv.com/video/news/education/3star/3star-teacher-rhonda/503-b207a71b-1e95-4b1f-a592-787c9f311d7d
KECHS is pleased to announce the Valedictorian and Salutatorian for the graduating class of 2023. Congratulations to Riana Trevino for being named Valedictorian and Alex Jimenez as the Salutatorian.
Students at De La Paz Middle School presented over 60 notes, poems, artwork and letters of appreciation and gratitude toward members of the military. Members from Kingsville Naval Base were presented with the expression of gratitude by our military-connected students. Afterwards, students were able to ask questions and visit with service-members. Riviera ISD recognizes the sacrifices our service-members make and we are proud to honor them with these letters of gratitude.
4 of 487 reasons I'm always so happy to call Riviera ISD my District-"The Best Place to Be!"
Thomas Valles visited with Riviera ISD athletes today at the regional track meet, held at TAMUK.
Riviera Independent School District LOVES our Administrative Assistants!
Thank you for letting us celebrate you on Administrative Professionals Day! We cannot thank you enough for all you do.
Mrs. Mayberry, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent of Schools
Mrs. Stroman, Kaufer Early College High School
Mrs. Alexander, Special Programs
Mr. Kailukaitis, De La Paz Middle School
Mrs. White, Nanny Elementary
Credit to: SignGypsies-Kleberg for the sign
You’re invited to join us on Saturday, May 13, 2023, at 8:30 am in the Margery Malin Library for Coffee Talk with Riviera FFA.
Enjoy some hot coffee and learn about our upcoming plans for Riviera FFA. We will provide updates on the Riviera Agricultural Heritage Complex's progress and unveil some exciting new details. See you there!
Friendly reminder to come out and learn more of the career pathways, honor classes, and registration for your high school student in the 2023-2024 school year!
Interested in Colorguard but don’t know where to start or who to talk to? Unsure if this is something you’d like doing? Are you interested in dance, acting or gymnastics or colorful props and costumes? Come join the Seahawk Talons for a beginner camp next week May 3rd-5th. No commitment necessary! Come see if Colorguard is right for you!
Today our De La Paz Middle School students prepared to take their STAAR Reading Assessment. Their teachers rolled out the red carpet for all our DLP STAARs!" As students arrived on campus they were greeted by an amazing display of support and appreciation😊. We have the most STAAR-studded students here at DLPMS! They truly are the STAARs of the Show!
The Jr. High Riviera Baseball Team traveled to Freer over the weekend for their district tournament. Out of 9 teams, the Seahawks finished in 3rd place.
The Seahawks started the day with a 3-2 victory over Benavides. Leading the way for the Seahawks was Ryan Ramos who spun an absolute gem on the mound for the Seahawks.
Down to their last at bat, behind 2 runs, the Seahawks rallied to tie the game 2-2. With 2 outs and the winning run on 2nd base Drayden Medina hit a line shot over the left fielder to walk it off for the Seahawks!
