Riverview Elementary - Educating Our Future

Big Rapids Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Friday, December 19, 2025.

We wish all of our students, families, and staff a safe, restful, and enjoyable holiday break.

Check out some more pics from the Riverview Holiday concerts - taken by a former Riverview student, Morgan Horvath!

https://morganmariephotography2023.pixieset.com/rvchristmasconcert/

The Riverview 3rd & 4th Grade Holiday Concerts were full of festive fun and adorable moments! 📸💛

Check out the photo links to relive the music, smiles, and holiday cheer—these performances were truly a holiday cuteness overload! 🎄🎤🎅

Riverview 3rd Grade Holiday Concert: https://adobe.ly/4afqpon

Riverview 4th Grade Holiday Concert: https://adobe.ly/4p8NJIk

Riverview students were treated to a special holiday performance as a harmonica group filled the school with cheerful Christmas songs. The familiar melodies brought smiles, toe-tapping, and festive spirit to students and staff alike. To make the day even more magical, Santa Claus made a surprise visit, spreading joy, waving to students, and adding an extra touch of holiday cheer to this memorable celebration. 🎄🎅

The 3rd and 4th graders brought holiday cheer to the stage with a wonderful concert performance filled with festive music and joyful voices. Their hard work and dedication truly shined as they confidently sang and performed for family and friends. The concert showcased their teamwork, talent, and holiday spirit, making it a memorable experience for everyone in attendance. 🎶✨

Grandma Judy surprised Ms. Oman’s class with a special visit to help students create their very own table wreaths. The students were thrilled to learn wreath-making and enjoyed the hands-on holiday activity. Her kindness and creativity brought extra joy and festive spirit to the classroom, making it a memorable surprise for everyone. 🌿🎄

Red the elf has been busy running around the school, cleverly hiding from the students and keeping everyone on their toes. Each day, students excitedly searched hallways and classrooms, hoping to spot where Red might be hiding next. His playful antics added extra excitement, laughter, and holiday magic to the school days. 🎄✨

🎄 Reminder, Riverview families! 🎶
The 3rd & 4th Grade Holiday Concert is coming up on Monday, December 15 at the Big Rapids High School Auditorium!

✨ 3rd Grade performs at 5:30 PM
✨ 4th Grade performs at 6:15 PM

We’re looking forward to a wonderful evening of music from our talented Cardinals! ❤️

Show your spirit during our holiday spirit week!
Monday, Dec. 15 - Baby It's Cold Outside - Sweater and Winter Hat
Tuesday, Dec. 16 - Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer - Wear Red
Wednesday, Dec. 17 - Holiday Celebration - Wear a Holiday Shirt
Thursday, Dec. 18 - Happy Holidays - Wear Holiday Bling or Accessories
Friday, Dec. 19 - Holiday Fun - Wear Red, Green, and/or White

Round up the family and check out this free event with the Blue Water Ramblers - find the details at www.brps.org/flyers

Big Rapids Public Schools is closed on Wednesday, December 10th, due to poor weather conditions.

❄️ Winter Weather Reminder ❄️

We’re sharing our School Closing Procedures to help families stay prepared this season.

When inclement weather or emergencies impact school operations, Big Rapids Public Schools shares updates through multiple communication channels so families and staff receive information quickly and accurately.

Check out the flyer for full details!
https://aptg.co/krfScB

🎄 Riverview Families – A Quick Reminder! 🎄

Our 3rd and 4th Grade Holiday Concert is coming up on Monday, December 15th at the Big Rapids High School Auditorium!

🎶 3rd Grade performs at 5:30 PM
🎶 4th Grade performs at 6:15 PM

We’re excited to see all the festive outfits, holiday spirit, and smiling faces from our elementary stars. 🌟
See you there!

Last night’s Board of Education meeting was filled with celebration and recognition! 🎉

First, congratulations to Riverview Elementary for being honored by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Elementary Schools for 2026. This achievement reflects the incredible dedication of Riverview’s staff, students, and families. Way to go, Riverview! ❤️📚

We also celebrated our outstanding BRPS Facilities Department, led by Director Brian Akey, for earning the Michigan Safety Awareness and Facilities Excellence (MSAFE) Award from SET SEG. This award recognizes Michigan public schools that demonstrate exceptional safety, risk management, and facilities practices—and our team continues to set the standard. Their hard work keeps our students and staff safe every single day. 🛠️🏆

Thank you to everyone who helps make BRPS a place where excellence and safety thrive. We are BR!

With confidence and excitement, the top Moveathon earner took on the role of principal for 1/2 day, helping lead the school with a big smile.

These ladies had fun building a little snowbuddy at recess earlier this week. ⛄️

The elementary halls came alive with festive door décor, each classroom showing off its own burst of holiday spirit. Bright colors, twinkling accents, and creative designs welcomed students as they walked through the building.

Riverview’s holiday shop buzzed with excitement as students browsed for gifts, dressed in holiday cheer. Smiling faces and colorful outfits filled the halls, making the school feel merry and bright. Students brought the spirit of the season to life while selecting thoughtful presents for loved ones. It was a joyful celebration of giving, kindness, and festive fun all wrapped into one special week.

Riverview was filled with holiday cheer as students started their special shopping days with Big Rapids High School helpers, FSU Phi Sigma Sigma volunteers, and dedicated PTO members. Thanks to their guidance, every child is getting the chance to pick out thoughtful gifts for loved ones while learning the joy of giving. The teamwork among our high school students, college volunteers, and PTO truly are making this holiday shopping experience warm, festive, and memorable for all.