Liberty Weekly Update

 

📅 Welcome Back

A huge thank you to our parents during drop-off and pick-up! Traffic has been moving much more smoothly thanks to your cooperation and the addition of our 4th lane. As a quick reminder, no school on Monday September 7th, please also note that September 11th, Friday is our first "Prime Time" of the year, so students will be on a 2-hour delay. Thank you for your continued support!

 

📋 Final Forms

 

Please make sure that if you make a change to transportation that you call in the change or send in a note. As we do not get a notification from final forms of the change. 

We have added a new tab in FinalForms regarding our School Therapy Dog Program. Please review this section to grant or decline permission for your child to interact with or see our school therapy dog during the school day.

Quick Steps to Complete:

1. Log In: Access your parent account at https://rivervalley-oh.finalforms.com.
2. Review Tabs: Check that all student information, emergency contacts, and medical forms are up to date (any incomplete forms will appear in red).
3. Sign Therapy Dog Form: Locate the new Therapy Dog Permission tab, select your preference, and submit your signature.

Having accurate and up-to-date forms ensures we have all necessary permissions and emergency info ready for a smooth, safe school year.

 

🎓 Student Fees 2025-2026

Student fees for the 2026-2027 school year will be $40 for K-5 RV Elementary Students. 

📞 If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the school office at (740) 725-5600.

🚌 Transportation

Seat belts on buses will be mandatory for this school year. Please encourage your child to put their seat belt on, so we can continue to keep students safe. 

Here is the link to figure out your transportation needs: Bus Stop

 

🏫 Pick-Up Drop Off Procedure

Just a few friendly reminders to keep our drop off line moving in the mornings:

• If you are the first car along the curb, please pull all the way up to the first blue cone. Students should use the entire sidewalk between the cones to exit vehicles.
• Your child should remain in your vehicle until the bell rings at 9:00 am.
• Parents should not park and walk through the parking lot. If your child needs help opening the car door, one of the staff members outside will help.
• If your child has a snack/treat/or extra things to carry, please do not park.  Come through the line and a staff member will help him/her.
• Please have your child seated on the passenger side of the vehicle so he/she can exit closest to the sidewalk.
• Remind your child to walk on the sidewalk near the cones and not the parking lot after he/she exits your vehicle.
• The tardy bell rings at 9:15, your child should be in the building before the bell rings.
• During pick up time please be courteous of others. Our preschool parents park and do come up to get their child so please be courteous of them in the parking lot. 
• Please make sure that your child knows what things they need to get out before they enter in the morning for the detectors. 

📷 Picture Day

Picture Day is coming on September 21st—say cheese! Send your child in their favorite, school-appropriate outfit and brightest smile. We’ll handle the rest! 

🎻4th and 5th RV Orchestra

Important Deadline: Thursday, September 10th

Please make sure your student is signed up for orchestra and their instrument is ordered by September 10th.

How Orchestra Classes Work

• Start Date: Orchestra classes officially begin next week. Students do not need to have their instruments for this first week.
• Schedule: Orchestra takes place one day per week during your child’s regular "specials" time.
• Flexible Days: If your child has a critical assignment or project to complete in their regular special, they can attend orchestra on a different day during that same week when I am at their elementary school.
• Please see the attached September calendar for our full schedule.

Getting an Instrument

• Missed the Beginner Strings Meeting? If you and your child couldn't attend last Thursday's meeting, simply send me a quick message! I will measure your student for the correct instrument size during my next visit to their school.
• Renting an Instrument: Once you have your child's instrument size, you can order online through the [Loft Violin Shop Rental Form]. Please see the attached flyer for details about their rent-to-own program.
• School Instruments: If your child needs a school-owned violin, viola, or cello, please let me know, and we will check our available inventory to see how we can assist.

If you have any questions at all, please don't hesitate to reach out. I look forward to a wonderful year of making music together! Ms. Ulsh hulsh@rvk12.org

Letter for Orchestra

🎺5th Band

Mr. Neff earlier this week and last had the opportunity to talk to our students during their music specials about the opportunity to join band in 5th grade. He sent a paper home with any student that was interested, but he also wanted to send it out to you digitally just in case it was misplaced!

Here are the big takeaways: 

• Band meets during your students specials and only require two outside of school commitments (One Winter concert and one Spring concert).
• Your student only needs to come to band once a week (but they are welcome to come everyday if they would like!!)
• We start 5th grade students on the following instruments: Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, and Percussion (Bell Kits and Drums)
• We will have an informational meeting on Wednesday, September 9th at 6:00PM in the high school band room for anyone interested in getting an instrument and joining band!

He is very excited at how many students seemed interested in band this year! If you are interested and unable to attend the meeting please let me know and I would be happy to send additional information home. If you need help finding an instrument and cost is a concern please reach out to me! I have some instruments that are school owned that can be borrowed or can find other ways to get your student an instrument to play in band!

If you have any questions or concerns please let me know and I would be happy to help! The file attached has more information if you are interested in having your student participate in the band! Thank you for your time and opportunity to talk with your students about joining the River Valley Band Program!!

5th Grade Band Letter

PTO Fundraiser

 

We are excited to announce Liberty Elementary PTO’s "Pick a Date to Donate" fundraiser for the month of September! Participation is simple: sponsors pick any date or multiple dates on the September calendar and donate the matching dollar amount—for example, choosing the 15th means a $15 donation. 100% of the proceeds directly benefit our students by funding field trips, school dances, playground updates, Field Day, and teacher appreciation. Students who fill their calendar can earn a $50 Amazon gift card, and top participating classes will win exciting rewards like a pizza party! Please turn in all completed calendars along with cash or a single check written to Liberty Elementary School PTO by Friday, October 9, 2026. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us on the PTO Facebook page. 

 

Dear River Valley Families,

We are reaching out to share some important news about one of our own and how we can come together as a community to support them. Maddoxx Holman, an 8th-grade student at RVMS, was recently diagnosed with brain cancer and is currently undergoing surgery and treatment at Nationwide Children's Hospital.

If you would like to support Maddoxx and his parents, Krista and Tyler, here are two great ways to get involved:

1. Order a "Maddoxx Strong" T-Shirt Show your support by purchasing a custom shirt organized by RV parent Margo Seckel.

• Deadline to order: Thursday, September 10th

• Order Link: Click here to order your T-shirt

2. Attend the Pork Loin Dinner Fundraiser Enjoy a meal prepared by the Marion Pork Producers, with all proceeds going toward supporting the Holman family.

• Date: Friday, September 18, 2026

• Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

• Location: RVHS Cafeteria

Thank you for keeping Maddoxx and his family in your thoughts and for showing what a caring, strong community we have.

Message from The Nurse

Attention Parents of Kindergarten students:

 

If your child still needs their state required immunizations for Kindergarten, Marion Public Health can help!

 

Please see the attached flyer for details regarding their Back to School Walk-In Immunization Clinic. 

 

Remember, if a complete immunization record, or an immunization waiver, is not submitted by October 1st, your student will be exempt from attending school until proper documentation is received. All absences will be unexcused. 

 

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Nurse Bollinger.

melissabollinger@rvk12.org

Attention Kindergarten Parents:

Join Us for the Pass the Torch Ceremony 🔥💙💛

📅 Wednesday, September 16, 2026
📍 River Valley High School Football Field
⏰ Approximately 6:30 PM (between the varsity boys and girls soccer games)

The Class of 2027 (seniors) will join hands with the Class of 2039 (kindergarten students) in a special ceremony symbolizing the passing of leadership, tradition, and Viking spirit from one generation to the next.

Each participating senior and kindergartener will receive a commemorative keychain to remember this meaningful River Valley tradition. Families and community members are encouraged to attend and celebrate this special moment with our students.

To participate, please complete the Google Form: Pass the Torch Sign-Up

📍 Parking & Entrance Information

• Families planning to attend the soccer matches should enter through the main ticket booth gate and purchase admission as normal.
• Families attending only the Pass the Torch Ceremony may enter through the east gate (circled on the map below) and proceed directly to the football field for the ceremony.

Come out for a full evening of Viking athletics and tradition! ⚽🔥

🏆 Varsity Boys Soccer vs. Highland – 5:00 PM
🔥 Pass the Torch Ceremony – Approximately 6:30 PM
🏆 Varsity Girls Soccer vs. Centennial – 7:00 PM

Join us as we celebrate the bond between generations of Vikings and the bright future ahead for River Valley.

📌 Important Dates

September 7- No School

September 11- Two Hour Delay

September 16- Pass The Torch

September 18- Fundraiser Dinner

September 21- Picture Day