Today, Riverview Elementary came together for our annual all-school photo! It was a wonderful opportunity to capture the smiling faces, school spirit, and sense of community that make Riverview such a special place. We are proud of our amazing students and staff and look forward to looking back on this photo for years to come. Thank you to everyone who helped make this memorable moment possible!
Today, Riverview Elementary proudly celebrated our 4th grade students with a special Clap-In as they prepare to take the next step to middle school. It was a wonderful opportunity for staff and students to recognize their hard work, growth, and accomplishments throughout their elementary years. We are so proud of all they have achieved and know they will do amazing things at the next level. Congratulations, 4th graders—we wish you the very best as you begin your middle school journey! 🎉💙❤️
Congratulations to Riverview Elementary’s 2026 ARC King and Queen! We are proud to celebrate these outstanding students and all of our grade-level top-of-class winners for their hard work, dedication, and academic achievements throughout the year.
Your commitment to learning and striving for excellence is something to be celebrated. Keep reaching for your goals and inspiring those around you. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition—we are so proud of you!
ARC King - Joseph Boceti
ARC Queen - Willow Lake
1st grade Top of Class - Juliana Boceti
2nd grade Top of Class - Miles Moresi
3rd grade Top of Class - Jackson Blashill
4th grade Top of Class - Patrick Wawsczyk
🚗✨ Cheer on Ms. Kent into Her Next Chapter! ✨🚗
Help us celebrate Ms. Kent’s retirement on Monday, June 1st! She will be taking a special celebratory lap around the school immediately following the 4th Grade Clap Out (which begins at 1:30 PM).
We would love to see former teachers, students, and families line the route to wave, cheer, and give her a legendary send-off! Come out and show her some love as she drives by. 🥳👋
📢 Note: Parking is limited, so walking for a distance should be expected.
Help us celebrate Ms. Kent’s retirement on Monday, June 1st! She will be taking a special celebratory lap around the school immediately following the 4th Grade Clap Out (which begins at 1:30 PM).
We would love to see former teachers, students, and families line the route to wave, cheer, and give her a legendary send-off! Come out and show her some love as she drives by. 🥳👋
📢 Note: Parking is limited, so walking for a distance should be expected.
The annual 4th grade World Cup event at Riverview Elementary was filled with excitement, teamwork, and school spirit! Students had an amazing time participating in friendly competition, cheering on their classmates, and showing great sportsmanship throughout the day. The 2026 team captains lead their teams with great leadership. Way to go captains! Congratulations to team #3 for the WIN!
This special event is always a favorite tradition at Riverview and creates lasting memories for our students. Thank you to all of the staff, volunteers, and supporters who helped make the day such a success!
Riverview Elementary fourth graders had an amazing time on their field trip to Lewis Adventure Farm! Students enjoyed a day filled with fun, laughter, learning, and unforgettable memories with their classmates. From exciting activities to exploring all the farm had to offer, it was a fantastic experience for everyone involved.
A huge thank you to our wonderful PTO for all they do to help make these field trips possible for our students. Your continued support, generosity, and dedication provide our students with opportunities they will always remember!
Today, the Big Rapids High School Choir visited Riverview Elementary and amazed students and staff with their incredible vocal talents! Their beautiful performance filled the halls with music, energy, and school spirit. Thank you to the choir students and director for sharing your time and talents with our Riverview families today — you were wonderful role models for our young learners!
The Big Rapids Cardinal Soccer team is hosting a Summer Soccer Camp July 27-29! Learn more at www.brps.org/flyers.
Mrs. Scarpelli’s class had an exciting day at mock trial as the case of Little Red Riding Hood was brought to court! After hearing all the evidence, witness testimonies, and arguments from both sides, the jury found Red Riding Hood innocent! Students did a fantastic job participating as attorneys, witnesses, jurors, and judges while learning about the courtroom process in a fun and engaging way.
☀️🎒 Reminder: There will be no school on Monday, May 25th, in observance of Memorial Day.
Classes will resume as normal on Tuesday, May 26th.
As we enjoy the long weekend with our families, the Big Rapids Public Schools community pauses to remember, honor, and express our deepest gratitude for the brave individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country.
Have a safe and meaningful holiday weekend, Cardinals!
Classes will resume as normal on Tuesday, May 26th.
As we enjoy the long weekend with our families, the Big Rapids Public Schools community pauses to remember, honor, and express our deepest gratitude for the brave individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country.
Have a safe and meaningful holiday weekend, Cardinals!
Visit by the Big Rapids Middle School Band! 🎶 Our students loved listening to the talented musicians and learning more about the different instruments. Thank you to the band members and directors for sharing your music, energy, and hard work with our Riverview students. It was a fun and memorable experience for all! 🎺🥁🎷
Thank you to all of the families, students, and staff who came out to make this event so special. A very special thank you to the Seyka family for the delicious ice cream treat that everyone enjoyed. Your generosity helped make the picnic even sweeter!
Today, Riverview students lined the halls with cheers, smiles, and applause as we proudly clapped out the 2026 BRHS graduates! 🎓💙
What a special moment for our young students to celebrate the hard work, accomplishments, and bright futures of these graduates. We are so proud of the Class of 2026 and wish them all the best as they begin their next chapter! Once a Cardinal, always a Cardinal! ❤️
Riverview Elementary students had an amazing time celebrating Health and Fitness Day! ☀️💪
The day was filled with fun activities including obstacle courses, bouncy houses, games, and lots of laughter. Students stayed active, worked together, and enjoyed a day focused on healthy habits and fitness. Thank you to everyone who helped make this special day such a success for our Riverview students! ❤️
The Riverview 2nd graders did a fantastic job at their spring concert! Their hard work, enthusiasm, and beautiful voices truly shined on stage. We are so proud of the confidence and joy they showed during their performance. A big thank you to our students, staff, and families for supporting such a wonderful evening filled with music and smiles!
As Teacher Appreciation Week comes to a close, we want to express our sincere gratitude for the nearly 300 shout-outs submitted recognizing our incredible teachers and staff!
The heartfelt and kind words shared by parents, students, coworkers, and even students recognizing their parent staff members truly made this week special. Your messages highlighted the care, dedication, encouragement, and impact our staff bring to Big Rapids Public Schools each and every day.
Taking the time to spread kindness and recognize the goodness in others is such a powerful gesture, and it truly leaves a lasting impact. Thank you to everyone who took a moment to lift someone up this week — your words mattered more than you know.
We are so proud of our BRPS staff and so thankful for a community that values and appreciates them so deeply.
The heartfelt and kind words shared by parents, students, coworkers, and even students recognizing their parent staff members truly made this week special. Your messages highlighted the care, dedication, encouragement, and impact our staff bring to Big Rapids Public Schools each and every day.
Taking the time to spread kindness and recognize the goodness in others is such a powerful gesture, and it truly leaves a lasting impact. Thank you to everyone who took a moment to lift someone up this week — your words mattered more than you know.
We are so proud of our BRPS staff and so thankful for a community that values and appreciates them so deeply.
