Sergeant Alfred B. Hilton Memorial Fund Elementary School Art Contest

Students in grades K-5 are invited to enter the Sergeant Alfred B. Hilton Memorial Fund, Inc. Elementary School Art Contest. Students should create a colorful drawing inspired by the story of Sergeant Alfred B. Hilton, Harford County's only native Medal of Honor recipient.

Cash prizes are awarded for first place ($300), second place ($200), and third place ($100), plus 10 Honorable Mentions. All winners also receive a framed certificate.

Completed drawings must be submitted to your school's art teacher by April 17, 2026. For full contest guidelines and more information about Sergeant Hilton, visit sgtalfredbhiltonfoundation.com.

10 days ago, Harford County Public Schools
Flier for the Sgt. Alfred Hilton Memorial Fund
STEAM NIGHT/ ART SHOW
Join Riverside’s 2nd Annual
Thursday, April 30th, 2026
5:00pm – 7:30pm

5:00pm – 5:30pm
Art Show – ALL students’ artwork displayed!
5:30pm – 6:00pm
Dinner provided to RIES students & families

6:00pm – 7:30pm
Options for your adventure include:

30–40 Science exhibits hosted by students
Hands-on STEAM activities and challenges hosted by Community Partners
Career fair hosted by parents, including careers in astronomy, robotics, and entomology
Summer Math games and activities hosted by staff
Provide feedback on the Title 1 Budget & Family Engagement Plan
All families will receive materials for Summer learning
First 10 families at each grade level to register will receive a bonus SURPRISE!


Use the QR code on the flyer to register.


15 days ago, Meghan Bennet Marx
STEAM Night Flyer
STEAM Night Flyer in Spanish
Good Afternoon! Attached is our March Family Engagement Calendar! 5th graders will have MISA testing and Harford Glen this month!
about 1 month ago, Riverside Beaver
March
The General PTA Meeting is tonight, March 2nd at 6:30PM. Here is the link if you'd like to join virtually: https://teams.live.com/dl/launcher/launcher.html?url=%2F_%23%2Fmeet%2F9383516694262%3Fp%3DCxhNOWSg0eKkru40mQ%26anon%3Dtrue&type=meet&deeplinkId=6c261902-c982-41db-8609-0d2b1139ee6b&directDl=true&msLaunch=true&enableMobilePage=true&suppressPrompt=true
about 1 month ago, Riverside Beaver
The Riverside PTA is hosting Paint Night on Thursday, March 12th from 6-8pm. Mr. Bruce is back with some wonderful new designs to (hopefully) kick off spring! Click here to get your tickets: https://riversideespta.givebacks.com/shop.

As always, you get to choose your canvas from one of the designs to turn into your personal masterpiece. This year you can make your selection right from our store without completing another form. Just double check your cart before you check out, so you know you have the right number of canvases and the right designs. The PTA is also selling pizza and a drink for this event. If you are hungry, add Pizza for Paint Night to your cart before you check out (remember to add for each person who is eating).
about 1 month ago, Riverside Beaver
PTA Paint Night
The PTA is selling Riverside Magnets! Click here for our store: https://riversideespta.givebacks.com/shop/items/3ed763f81a. These magnets are already ordered and ready to go. No long waits, we are ready to send them home shortly after you order. Represent your Riverside Pride!
about 1 month ago, Riverside Beaver
Magnets
Attention all Families of 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students!

Our annual MCAP Rally is coming up on February 24th from 5:30-7:00PM.
Please RSVP by clicking this link: https://forms.office.com/r/SUuhf3eEut

*Learn the importance of the MCAP Assessment and how it affects your child, school and community!
*Play "Are you Smarter than a 3rd, 4th, or 5th grader?" with your kids to see what type of math problems they might be asked on the MCAP assessment.
*Find out how your child's currently performing in reading and math.
*Shop at the book Fair if you'd like!
*Enjoy a pizza dinner
*Childcare will be provided for students in PK-2nd grade. Babies and toddlers are welcome to come and stay with their parents.
about 2 months ago, Riverside Beaver
MCAP Flyer Spanish
English Flyer
Check out our February Calendar!
about 2 months ago, Riverside Beaver
Feb Calendar
If you plan on attending the Chompin' with Chipper Breakfast, don't forget to RSVP to ensure that we have enough food! We look forward to seeing you on January 23rd! Click here to sign up: https://forms.office.com/r/ixUTjDZrQF
3 months ago, Riverside Beaver
Flyer
Spanish Flyer
The PTA is kicking off 2026 with Riverside's FIRST Trivia Night! Join us on Thursday, January 15th from 6pm to 8pm. Your $2 ticket will include pizza, chips, & a drink. The night will start with a very brief PTA meeting, and then you and your family can team up to win some wonderful prizes! Buy your tickets here:
https://riversideespta.givebacks.com/shop
3 months ago, Riverside Beaver
You did it, Riverside! We won the 2nd annual Joppatowne Rec Council Decorating Contest! Two in a row!
3 months ago, MARC HAMILTON
winterfest flyer
We will be having our Leader in Me Breakfast in January! Click here to sign up: https://forms.office.com/r/ixUTjDZrQF
3 months ago, Riverside Beaver
LiM Family Breakfast
Leader in Me Family Breakfast
Here is our Learn with Me Timeline for 2026 so that you can save the dates! We are looking forward to having you! 5th Grade times are dependent on what time your child has that subject! Your times will be shared via your child's teacher soon!
3 months ago, Riverside Beaver
Learn with Me Timeline
Good Morning! I will be sharing a few different things to day! These are just "Save the Dates," and these things will be reshared in the New Year when everyone feels refreshed. First, this is our January Calendar which includes field trips, family events, assessments, Reading Month festivities, and more! Check it out!

Looking for more information about an assessment your child is taking? Check out this resource: https://hcps365-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/laudonnell_hcps_org/IQDsKJQBSx0cQoL2J9cNU0KuAQxYYTN0CEU1VLV-uDxn51E?e=02CerD

Spanish version: https://hcps365-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/laudonnell_hcps_org/IQAOQT1oQUHWQ69bsl9P3lNqAR6w0vae3RmQOZxYqCKPIP0?e=bPn37f
3 months ago, Riverside Beaver
January Calendar

Seasons Greetings!

This week at Riverside the PTA is hosting it's annual Holiday Shop! We are so excited to invite you to Cookies & Cocoa Night on Tuesday, December 16th from 6:30-7:45. Bring your family to shop and stop by the cafeteria for free cocoa, cookies, and crafts. You might even get to meet Chipper's friend... The Grinch!

The Holiday Shop will also open for students during the school days Wednesday-Friday.

  • Wednesday = Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade

  • Thursday = Pre-K, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, STRIVE

  • Friday = Last minute shoppers!

Family Checklist:

Looking forward to celebrating the season with our RES!

Thanks,

RES PTA

4 months ago, MARC HAMILTON

Reminder: Celebration of Excellence in Education Nominations Due Soon! 

There’s still time to nominate an outstanding Harford County Public Schools employee for the 2026 Celebration of Excellence in Education! 

Each year, HCPS honors employees who make a difference in the lives of our students. In addition to naming the 2026 Teacher of the Year, we will recognize exceptional staff in the following categories: 

Assistant Principal, Custodian, Facilities, Food Services, Nurse, Psychologist, Pupil Personnel Worker, Safety and Security, School Counselor, Social Worker, Support Professional, and Office of Technology. 

To nominate someone, visit www.hcps.org and click the Celebration of Excellence in Education banner on the homepage. You can also click here for the nomination form. 

Nominations are due by January 6, 2026, so don’t delay—submit your nomination today! 

Thank you for helping us recognize the incredible HCPS employees who go above and beyond every day. 

Local businesses or community members interested in supporting this year’s program can contact joyce.jablecki@hcps.org for more information. 

4 months ago, Harford County Public Schools
Nominate now graphic
Sharing on behalf of our PTA:

Holiday Shop is coming December 16-19th, you can purchase gift cards here: https://myschool.holidayshop.org/riverelem

We cannot run this without parent volunteers! https://signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/805054EAFAF2FA5F58-60138188-lil
4 months ago, Riverside Beaver
holiday shop
Welcome Back! We hope you had a fun filled, relaxing, and rejuvenating break! Attached is our December Calendar. December is a short month with lots of fun and festivities! Check it out!
4 months ago, Riverside Beaver
December Calendar
Our 5th annual thanksgiving parade, Riverside. Intermediate students created avatar floats and the littles created their balloons! https://youtu.be/JFS5Df-hzHY
4 months ago, MARC HAMILTON
Link to the parade
Happy Friday! Next week is a short week. Wednesday November 26th is a 12:30PM Dismissal and schools will be closed Thursday November 27th, and Friday, November 28th. Please join us in a fun Fall Themed Spirit Week!
4 months ago, Riverside Beaver
Spirit Week