DE LA PAZ MIDDLE SCHOOL SCHOLAR OF THE WEEK - DESIREE QUESADA
Desiree is using the Cornell Note-taking Method to take notes on her library book. Cornell Notes are one of the highly effective critical thinking skills taught in Mrs. Jimenez’s Class.
Say Cheese! Reminder that Yearbook Group pictures for class/club /organization will take place this Friday, Jan. 20 in the library.
"Let's Fiesta at KKJLS!"
Riviera FFA was proudly represented in the Kleberg-Kenedy County Junior Livestock Show Parade Friday, Jan. 6. Our float won the Grand Marshall’s Choice Award! Also representing Riviera FFA in the parade were Riviera FFA Queen’s Contestants: Maci Rogers, Kami Albus and Gianna Cantu. The KKJLS Parade kicked off the 2023 Kleberg-Kenedy County Junior Livestock Show. Please wish all exhibitors luck as they begin competing in this year’s stock show.
JANUARY DATES TO REMEMBER
There will be no school on Monday, January 16th, for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Hoilday.
Today, De La Paz Middle School students competed in the 2023 District 32-AA UIL Meet. The students competed in Spelling, Impromptu Speaking, Oral Reading, Modern Oratory, and Art Smart. They had a blast competing against all the other schools in our district. Our DLP middle school students are great representatives!
De La Paz Middle School Principal Mr. Charping is proud to announce the students who earned perfect attendance for the Fall Semester!
Students having fun in Mrs. Osorio's classroom learning new academic vocabulary through kinesthetic hand motions.
Students in Interior Design I are creating a floor plan for a kitchen.
Each student has a client that they must design and decorate a kitchen to meet the client’s needs.
Students spent this week creating the paper floor plan and will then turn their paper plan into a computer design that will give a three-dimensional view of the design.
They will apply design and detail to these plans.
Principles of Architecture students are creating a floor plan for a house. Students must meet project guidelines and apply drafting skills, dimensions, and architectural symbols and measurements.
Students will transform their paper design into a computer draft and have the ability to see their created design in three dimensions.
MANDATORY CHEER MEETING for 2023-2024
Calling all students interested in being a cheerleader or the mascot, grades 6th through 11th!
Join us in the Riviera Cafeteria next Thursday, January 19th, 2023.
Can’t wait to see you there!
SEAHAWK ATHLETE OF THE WEEK:
Caitlin Medlock
11 points, 7 assists, 5 steals in the efforts vs Freer.
4 points, 2 assists, 2 steals in the effort vs Premont.
Destiny Montalvo
6 points
2 steals
6 deflections
Take me out to the ball game!
Calling all Riviera ISD alumni, we will be having a weekend full of activities on Feb. 10 & 11. Come on out and join in on the fun. Homerun Derby and ‘Ol Timer game will be Friday, Feb. 10 and the Alumni Game and Brisket Plate Sale will be on Saturday, Feb. 11.
If you have any questions about any of the events, feel free to reach out to Coach Amaya on the contact information posted on the flyer.
Hope to see everyone out there!
Say Cheese!
Yearbook Group pictures for class/club /organization will take place Friday, Jan. 20 in the library.
SEAHAWK BBQ PARTY!
With baseball season right around the corner there is some important information to share with parents and supporters. The SportsYou code is posted below for players and parents to get any updates that may be happening in the season. Some upcoming important dates are as followed.
Saturday 1/7 from 10am - 12pm we will have a field clean up. All parents, players, and supporters are welcome.
Wednesday 1/11 6pm-6:45pm parent meeting in the cafeteria.
Friday 1/20 first day of practice!
I look forward to a great year of Riviera Seahawk Baseball.
Coach Amaya
Riviera ISD is now accepting applications for Substitute Teachers.
Please see below for the 2022-2023 pay scale and visit Employment | Riviera Independent School District (rivieraisd.us) for the full job description and application.
We can't wait for YOU to join our TEAM.
A Message from Kleberg County Judge Rudy Madrid
Good Evening Kleberg County,
Due to inclement weather,
I am hereby ordering the opening of our FEMA Dome located at H.M. King High School in Kingsville Texas - to assist those that need a warm facility during this Major cold-front that is quickly approaching
The doors will officially open this afternoon (Dec. 22nd) at 5 PM
They will remain open until further notice
We will also supply sleeping cots - so please ensure you bring your own bedding, non-perishable snacks & beverages, and any needed medication
Contact David Garcia from human services if there is anyone needing transportation @ 361-228-1892
Bunker down and look out for your neighbors!
Please know that Kleberg County Is standing by ready to help anyone in need. God Bless!!!
~ Kleberg County Judge Rudy Madrid”
Riviera ISD is proud to announce the hiring of the new Head Football coach, Raul “Tinker” Villarreal III!
Coach Tinker is in his 28th year of teaching. He is Texas State Board Certified in Speech and Physical Education.
For the past 27 years he has been a Head powerlifting coach, coaching 25 individual State Champions, 5 State Championship Teams and 5 National Championship Teams.
As an All State running back he played football for Port Isabel Tarpons, Tarleton State University, and Semi Pro Ironman Texas League.
In Seahawk Country we are ready for History making years to come!
Welcome aboard Coach, we are thrilled to have you!
Junior, Skyler Ramos was selected to the 2022-2023 South Texas Pre-season High school Softball All-Star Team that is sponsored by the Corpus Christi Hooks. The banquet will be held at the Omni in Corpus Christi Tx, on January 26th, the All-Star Game will take place once playoffs have been completed.
De La Paz Middle School Student Council students lead the Pledge of Allegiance for our District's December School Board Meeting. They also presented the Board with gift baskets as a sign of appreciation for all their tireless work on behalf of the district. Students pictured are: Angel Utley, Izzy Reyes, Evan Mayberry, Adelina Bell, Hadley Guevara and Lila Smith. Student Council sponsor is Rhonda Yaklin.
