Congratulations to our New 8th Grade ASB Students!

The following students have been chosen to be 8th grade representatives for ASB in the 2014-15 school year.  Let me say that it was a pleasure to meet with all of you, and it was, as always, very difficult to choose our final group.  All of you would bring a number of fabulous talents to ASB, and I am grateful that we have so many wonderful students here on campus.  Unfortunately, while I wish I could take you all, there is only so much space in the ASB classroom.  If you were not chosen to be a part of ASB for the coming year, please continue to be involved in your current electives, clubs, and activities, because your efforts help to make Rio Norte the best Jr. high school in the valley.  Thank you for applying.

Congratulations to the following students: 

Brennan Book
Montana James
Anson Lum
Megan McDonald
Rachel McKinley
Madison Vincent

Incoming 7th graders and next year's 8th graders interested in Rio Norte ASB

Current 6th graders interested in Rio Norte ASB, you will find a link to the online application in the tab above titled "Incoming 7th App".  Please fill out this form by Thursday, April 10, 2014.  Additionally, you can e-mail the following link to any references you would like to speak on your behalf.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1qYQ4n7Jq9BqsJsVm_GXgqUF92EBElo4htT2RPLKdmbU/viewform

Current 7th graders at Rio who are going into 8th grade will find their application by clicking on the tab above titled "8th Grade App".  For the 8th grade app, please download the application and turn it in by 3/26 directly to Mr. Sheridan in room D-6 or C-1.

Good luck and I look forward to meeting you all soon.

-Mr. Sheridan
ASB Director Rio Norte Jr. High

Rio Norte Junior High Direct Donation Fundraiser

Rio Norte Jr. High Direct Donation Fundraising Campaign 2013-14

Dear Rio Norte Parents:

It is that time of year again – donation time!  This year at Rio Norte, we will be conducting a direct donation fundraising campaign. This is the only school-wide fundraising campaign for ASB this year.  Our goal is to raise all of the funds needed to support the ASB programs here at Rio Norte through this direct donation campaign.

One Fundraiser, Not Many

We won’t be asking you to buy or sell items like magazines or wrapping paper, nor will we ask you to force cookie dough on your child’s grandmother. We won’t be asking you to buy raffle tickets. We’re going to make life easy for you and ask for your support directly.

Direct Donation is Effective, Efficient and Benefits You!

1. 100% of your donation goes to the school – every penny goes to Rio Norte.

2. 100% of your donation is income tax-deductible!

3. No selling or buying of products involved.

4. You can save precious time and effort- just write a check.

Anyone can contribute – tell your parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, siblings, and your place of business! We welcome all contributions for ANY amount. They can know that they will be helping a great cause and getting a tax-deduction at the same time. If you need additional donation forms, they are available online HERE

Help Us Meet Our Goal

Our direct donation fundraising goal is $60,000 with 100% participation from all Rio families.  In the past, we have relied on the generous support of Rio Norte families.  This year, we again hope that every family participates in the direct donation campaign , to meet our 100% participation goal - especially since every child benefits.  Our suggested donation is $50 per family, but any amount is welcome.  This breaks down to approximately $5 a month for the time your child is in school this year.  If you can afford more, please give generously to your child’s extra-curricular education.

Benefits for your child

This drive helps raise money for Field Trips, Dances, School Clubs, Team Activities, Academic Competitions, Drama Performances, Student Recognition Programs, Lunchtime Activities, and so much more! 

Why do you need more of my money?

Believe us when we tell you, that if we could avoid asking for donations, we would.  The unfortunate truth is that the funding for extra-curricular activities does not come from taxes, Mello-Roos, or any other governmental funding source.  Donations are the only way to raise funds for these programs.   Just to put money into perspective, the cost for a single bus transporting students to a field trip can be as high as $600, meaning that to transport a single Rio Norte team from campus for just one field trip could cost $2,400…and that’s just to travel.

At the end of the day, the reality is that many of the best and most memorable experiences of Jr. High occur at ASB funded activities like dances and field trips.  We hope you will join us in our efforts to provide your child with a well-rounded and worthwhile Rio Norte Jr. High school career. 

Thank You,

Your Rio Norte ASB