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WHY CHOOSE US?
Riverdale is a welcoming, caring, student-centered neighborhood school. We maintain a positive culture with high expectations and facilitate rigorous, relevant learning daily. We are a performance-rated school with the Colorado Department of Education, the highest possible rating. Our Imagination Station provides all students with frequent opportunities to explore many different interests, from STEM to puppet theater. The annual Pumpkin Run, Halloween Shiverdale, Writing in a Winter Wonderland and College & Career Day are some of our can’t-miss events!
Riverdale serves a diverse student population. Our staff prides ourselves on knowing each of our students’ names, strengths, and needs.
LATEST NEWS
![Scholars beat 100,000 math puzzles goal in ST Math]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1699401422/adams12org/uotkysngh9772utrgez8/jiji100kcrop.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1699401422/adams12org/uotkysngh9772utrgez8/jiji100kcrop.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1699401422/adams12org/uotkysngh9772utrgez8/jiji100kcrop.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1699401422/adams12org/uotkysngh9772utrgez8/jiji100kcrop.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1699401422/adams12org/uotkysngh9772utrgez8/jiji100kcrop.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1699401422/adams12org/uotkysngh9772utrgez8/jiji100kcrop.jpg","width":2200}])
As Riverdale scholars work toward completing 100% of their math journey for the year, they earn rewards.
![Riverdale staff offer a dozen fall clubs to choose from]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1685046212/adams12org/asx9xkr7cxlvd41rrr9s/File_000_2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1685046212/adams12org/asx9xkr7cxlvd41rrr9s/File_000_2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1685046212/adams12org/asx9xkr7cxlvd41rrr9s/File_000_2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1685046212/adams12org/asx9xkr7cxlvd41rrr9s/File_000_2.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1685046212/adams12org/asx9xkr7cxlvd41rrr9s/File_000_2.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1685046212/adams12org/asx9xkr7cxlvd41rrr9s/File_000_2.jpg","width":2200}])
From dance to gardening to chess, teachers and staff strive to offer extracurricular opportunities for all grades.
![Food For Hope provides free food for families--sign up today]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1693949333/adams12org/elhcqkbhhilohd4fbjqc/foodmenuinstagramposttemplate.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1693949333/adams12org/elhcqkbhhilohd4fbjqc/foodmenuinstagramposttemplate.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1693949333/adams12org/elhcqkbhhilohd4fbjqc/foodmenuinstagramposttemplate.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1693949333/adams12org/elhcqkbhhilohd4fbjqc/foodmenuinstagramposttemplate.png","width":1080}])
Riverdale families can sign up at any time for this free, weekly food assistance program.
![Riverdale admin nominee]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1683597308/adams12org/svjx9ajhhonkyjcchbre/adminnom.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1683597308/adams12org/svjx9ajhhonkyjcchbre/adminnom.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1683597308/adams12org/svjx9ajhhonkyjcchbre/adminnom.jpg","width":630}])
Mrs. Garcia reflects on the school year and the surprise nomination for the Administrative Employee of the Year Award.
EVENTS
DISTRICT NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
![Metropolitan State University welcomes the Newcomer Center]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1701901871/adams12org/xzcwhefad8u6zro1bj6n/NewcomerCenterMSUThumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1701901871/adams12org/xzcwhefad8u6zro1bj6n/NewcomerCenterMSUThumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1701901871/adams12org/xzcwhefad8u6zro1bj6n/NewcomerCenterMSUThumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1701901871/adams12org/xzcwhefad8u6zro1bj6n/NewcomerCenterMSUThumbnail.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1701901871/adams12org/xzcwhefad8u6zro1bj6n/NewcomerCenterMSUThumbnail.png","width":1560}])
Multilingual students from Thornton High School and Newcomer Center visited MSU to learn options
![Legacy AP Physics students learn about string tension in a conical rotation scenario in the “flying pigs” lab.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1701898253/adams12org/i49ooddrywjgqvfz1dxg/LegacyHighAPScienceThumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1701898253/adams12org/i49ooddrywjgqvfz1dxg/LegacyHighAPScienceThumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1701898253/adams12org/i49ooddrywjgqvfz1dxg/LegacyHighAPScienceThumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1701898253/adams12org/i49ooddrywjgqvfz1dxg/LegacyHighAPScienceThumbnail.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1701898253/adams12org/i49ooddrywjgqvfz1dxg/LegacyHighAPScienceThumbnail.png","width":1560}])
Read how AP Sciences courses at Legacy High School hit a 20 year record high pass rate
![Leroy students preparing Thanksgiving baskets]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1701893826/adams12org/cswdatkpabapeinajsqf/LeroyThanksgiving2023Thumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1701893826/adams12org/cswdatkpabapeinajsqf/LeroyThanksgiving2023Thumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1701893826/adams12org/cswdatkpabapeinajsqf/LeroyThanksgiving2023Thumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1701893826/adams12org/cswdatkpabapeinajsqf/LeroyThanksgiving2023Thumbnail.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1701893826/adams12org/cswdatkpabapeinajsqf/LeroyThanksgiving2023Thumbnail.png","width":1560}])
Leroy Elementary students worked together to provide families with Thanksgiving baskets
![Horizon students at More Than GT Mornings]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1700086395/adams12org/wjdlxvr0galcjizxd5h1/MorethanGTMorningsThumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1700086395/adams12org/wjdlxvr0galcjizxd5h1/MorethanGTMorningsThumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1700086395/adams12org/wjdlxvr0galcjizxd5h1/MorethanGTMorningsThumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1700086395/adams12org/wjdlxvr0galcjizxd5h1/MorethanGTMorningsThumbnail.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1700086395/adams12org/wjdlxvr0galcjizxd5h1/MorethanGTMorningsThumbnail.png","width":1560}])
GT students meet once a month on Wednesday morning in an inclusive and comfortable environment
FIVE STAR PROUD
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"The positive and fun community atmosphere makes way for a wonderful learning environment and the safety and well-being of the students is clearly a top priority."
