"Every day, in every way,
Rams get better, and better, and better."
The above motto is the belief held by both staff and students at
. It's recited school-wide daily!
Riverview Elementary School Elementary is located in the northeast
area of the city of Fresno. This beautiful facility was completed
in July 1995 on 16.59 acres on the southeast corner of Maple and Teague.
The attendance boundaries for Riverview Elementary School are Shepherd
to the north, Nees to the south, Cedar to the west, and Willow to
the east. The construction of Riverview Elementary School was possible
as a result of the passage of the 1986 Bond and State Aid.
Ram Alma Mater
by Cosh Ng
There is a school that is dear to my heart, one that stands out from
the rest,
Although we are many, we’re united here at Riverview Elementary
School, we strive for the best.
Silver, burgundy and green,
Growing stronger to build our dreams.
We know that striving forward day by day,
Our Ram pride will stay.
I know a place where I can learn and grow, a place where I can be
me,
Where I gain strength and knowledge here at Riverview Elementary
School, the future we see.
Silver, burgundy and green,
Growing stronger to build our dreams.
We know that striving forward day by day,
Our Ram pride will stay.
Ram pride will stay!
Riverview Elementary School STAFF BELIEFS
1. A Quality Education For All
The Riverview Elementary School Staff believes that a quality education
develops an individual’s mind, body and spirit. Every individual
has a right to a quality education, and this right cannot be compromised.
2. Teamwork and Trust
The Riverview Elementary School Staff believes that schools should
seek to develop an educational team that consists of students, parents,
staff members and the community. This educational team should work
collaboratively to build an excellent school that prides itself on
quality services. Trust should bond this team. This team should respect,
encourage and support one another, but also hold each other accountable
for their actions.
3. People verses Programs
It is good people who make good programs. The Riverview Elementary
School Staff believes that its members should be role models for students,
parents and the community and will encourage students to do the same.
The staff is also committed to people first before programs.
4. Education is A Choice
The Riverview Elementary School Staff believes that education is
a choice, not a given. An individual should be held accountable for
their actions. The school’s duty is to provide the services
needed for a quality education, but it is the student who must choose
to use those services to be successful in the learning process.
5. Importance of Discipline
Actions that hinder the staff’s quest to provide a quality
education for all individuals should be discouraged. Actions must
reflect the importance of a child’s education. The Riverview
Elementary School Staff believes that a school should seek to establish
a disciplined learning environment in the classroom, on the playground
and in other facilities at the school. The school must be a safe place
where students thrive in a nonthreatening atmosphere. In addition
the staff believes that educators should discipline with respect,
consistency and fairness.
6. Talent Can Be Developed
The Riverview Elementary School Staff believes that all individuals
are capable of learning and reaching their fullest potential with
good teaching and a positive learning environment. The staff believes
that every individual can contribute to a successful experience in
the classroom or on school teams. The staff will seek to make sure
that each individual has a chance and is encouraged to contribute
to successful, educational experiences.
7. High Expectations
The Riverview Elementary School Staff believes that all individuals
can achieve at high levels. Schools should offer high expectations
and powerful developmental experiences for all.
8. Success is Important
The Riverview Elementary School Staff believes that success is the
result of a strong work ethic, self-discipline, perseverance, and
a willingness to take risks. Success should be the norm and that failure
should only occur when one quits trying. The staff believes that competence
breeds confidence. Skills should be emphasized so that individuals
can be successful life-long learners and contribute to a democratic
society. Part of being successful is learning to compete--to compete
with oneself and with others. Individuals should learn to win with
respect towards their opponents and lose with dignity.
9. Clear Goals
The Riverview Elementary School Staff believes that students and
parents should always know what they are to learn, how they are to
learn it, why they should learn it, and how well they are doing. The
staff believes that clear communication with the home and with the
school community is vital for a successful educational program. The
staff will seek to develop within each individual the ability to set
personal goals for self-improvement.
10. Teaching and Learning
The Riverview Elementary School Staff believes that good instruction
is meaningful to the learner, tied to the real world, involves multiple
modalities, actively involves the learner, and is interactive. Good
instruction prevents many learning problems and student failure. The
staff believes that not all individuals learn the same way, at the
same rate, and they will individualize instruction as much as possible.
The staff believes that target teaching is important. The focus of
teaching and learning is student achievement (the product), over the
actual process.
11. Validation, Affirmation and Optimism
The Riverview Elementary School Staff believes that all individuals
are entitled to be treated with respect and dignity. People grow best
through sincere praise and validation, not negative criticism and
fault-finding. The staff believes that optimism regarding people,
education, and the future serves everyone best. The staff will be
dedicated to creating an environment that promotes self-esteem, success
and optimism.
12. Co-Curricular Programs
The Riverview Elementary School Staff believes that co-curricular
programs help students develop a connectedness to school, build character
and values, and develop a sense of self-worth.