Thank you to the River Valley community and voters for the support of our Non-Homestead Operating Millage request, which passed by a margin of 938 (68%) Yes votes to 439 (32%) No votes (unofficial results). This is a big deal for our school district as it allows us to continue to collect 18 mills on non-homestead property in our school district even if the Taxable Value continues to rise faster than the rate of inflation, as it has been. Being our primary funding source, this is vital for our financial security as a school district.
We have a couple menu changes for the Middle/High School coming up!
Here they are:
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Macaroni Cheese Bar
Choice of meat topper
Chef's Choice Vegetable
Fruit of the Day
Milk Choice
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Fiesta Bar
Black Beans
Corn
Fruit of the Day
Milk Choice
Churro
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Pasta Bake with Garlic Bread
Vegetable of the Day
Fruit of the Day
Milk Choice
If you have any questions, please ask Mrs. Jones :)
Greetings Valley Family!
We have a menu change for Tuesday, April 21 st
River Valley Elementary Lunch Menu as follows
BBQ Pulled Pork & Macaroni Cheese
Zee Zee Beans
Corn
Fruit of the Day
Milk Choice
As always, please ask Mrs. Jones
⚾ SAVE THE DATE! Join Us for a Community Celebration! ⚾
New Buffalo Area Schools is proud to invite the entire Raiders community to celebrate the dedication of our newly updated baseball and softball field!
This special evening will bring together students, families, alumni, and community members to mark an exciting milestone for the Raiders!
📅 March 26
🎉 4–5 PM
Kids games, music, and food from Munchie Man
Prizes and giveaways
✂️ 5:30 PM
Official Field Dedication & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
⚾ 6 PM
Stay and watch a special matchup: Raiders Baseball vs Raiders Softball
This field represents the continued investment in our students, athletics, and community pride. We hope you’ll join us for a fun evening celebrating the Raiders!
📍 New Buffalo Area Schools
☔ Rain Date: TBD
A message from River Valley Food Services:
Menu changes for Wednesday March 18
Green Penne Alfredo
Broccoli, Cauliflower, Carrots
Leprechaun Fruits
Milk
Sweet Treat
The rest of the week will remain the same.
As always, if you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Jones at jjones@rivervalleyschools.org
PARENT MEETING RELATED TO CHANGE IN THE SCHOOL SCHEDULE FOR 2026-2027
Our Board of Education heard a presentation last night from teachers about a potential change in bell schedule for students on Wednesdays for next year (dismissing students at 2:30, rather than 3:00). The time is for staff professional development/meetings. We are holding a parent meeting on the proposed changes on Wednesday, March 11 at 5:30 in the MHS Media Center before the PTO meeting, which starts at 6:00. I welcome you to join us to learn all about it from our teachers and administrators. If you are unable to attend, feel free to send me an email or give me a call.
Dave Campbell, Superintendent
dcampbell@rivervalleyschools.org
269-756-9541
Join us on Wednesday April 22, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm at River Valley Elementary for an exciting evening designed especially for incoming families. This is a wonderful opportunity to tour the building, meet our teachers, and turn in your enrollment packet.
Preschool is open to children who are 4 years old by September 1, 2026, and our Preschool Program is full day.
Kindergarten is open to children who are 5 years old by September 1, 2026.
Enrollment packets will be ready for pick up beginning April 6, 2026, at the school office.
We look forward to meeting the next generation of learners and showing you all the great things happening at River Valley Elementary. Spread the word and help us welcome the Class of 2039 and 2040.
For more information, call 269 -756-9050 or email Mrs. Bronson at tbronson@rivervalleyschools.org
Parent Teacher Conferences will take place from 11:30 am to 7:30 pm. If you have not signed up for a conference time yet, please click the link to sign up. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1QLWtKaKIrrr55yRCw2DkGeviYmpZRZCXpb-DbIuk7W4/edit?usp=sharing
During conferences the PTO will be sponsoring the Scholastic Book Fair in the elementary library, and RV Gearheads will be sponsoring their annual Pork Dinner in the MHS cafeteria.
We hope you will join us for an evening of connecting with your students teachers and supporting our students.
Please see the menu changes for this week!
As always if you have questions, please contact Mrs. Jones @ 269-756-9541 or jjones@rivervalleyschools.org
Due to Friday and Monday Snow Days...
Tuesday 01/27/2026 Lunch Menu will be as follows:
Preschool - Fifth Grade
Pizza Crunchers ** New item**
Vegetable of the Day
Fruit of the Day
Milk Choice
Middle High School
Navy: Big Daddy Pizza
White: Cheeseburger Sliders
Salad: Meat & Cheese Protein Box
Vegetable of the Day
Fruit Choice
Milk Choice
As always, please contact Mrs. Jones @ jjones@rivervalleyschools.org or
269-756-9541, if you have any questions regarding our menu.
Good Evening Valley Family!
Due to Friday and Monday Snow Days...
Tuesday 01/27/2026 Lunch Menu will be as follows:
Preschool - Fifth Grade
Pizza Crunchers ** New item**
Vegetable of the Day
Fruit of the Day
Milk Choice
Middle High School
Navy: Big Daddy Pizza
White: Cheeseburger Sliders
Salad: Meat & Cheese Protein Box
Vegetable of the Day
Fruit Choice
Milk Choice
As always, please contact Mrs. Jones @ jjones@rivervalleyschools.org or 269-756-9541, if you have any questions regarding our menu.
Wednesday 01/21/2026 Lunch Menu will be as follows
Preschool - Fifth Grade
Beef and Bean Chili
Fritos
Vegetable of the Day
Fruit of the Day
Milk Choice
Middle High School
Navy: Beef & Bean Chili w/ Cinnamon Roll
Baked Potato
White: Corn Dog
Salad: Valley House Salad
Vegetable of the Day
Fruit Choice
Milk Choice
As always, please contact Mrs. Jones @ jjones@rivervalleyschools.org or 269-756-9541 if you have any questions regarding our menu.
Good Evening Valley Family!
Due to our snow day Thursday, January 15 our menu for Friday, January 16 will be as follows:
3 Cheese Cavatappi Pasta
Steamed Broccoli
Cooked Carrots
Fruit of the Day
Milk Choice
Chocolate Chip Cookie
Please see Mrs. Jones if you have any questions :)
