Sabrina Warren is joined by Superintendent, Dr. Anthony Smith (L) and Assistant Superintendent, Teaching and Learning, Dr. Randy Stocker (R), receiving the Bridge-Builder Award, while Meisha Robertson, Director of Business and Operations, and Stacy Cook, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent, take pictures of the recognition. Sabrina Warren, Riverview’s Transportation Supervisor, is the 224th recipient of the Riverview School District’s Bridge-Builder Award. Bridge-Builder Awards are given to those who help further the mission and goals in Riverview. Ms. Warren was nominated by the district's Assistant Superintendent, Teaching and Learning, Dr. Randy Stocker, and presented the award by Dr. Stocker and Riverview Superintendent, Dr. Anthony Smith, at the April 26, 2022, School Board Meeting. The award consists of a lapel pin and poem given in memory of Donna Polacek, the district's long-time Personnel Director, who always went the extra mile to give much more than was expected to the staff and students of Riverview. Each recipient's pin is numbered and recorded commemoratively in a record book located in the Superintendent's Office. Beginning in 1997, 224 individuals have been named Bridge-Builders by the Riverview School District. Sabrina's nomination reads as follows: "Sabrina is one of the most ‘can-do’ people I know. For the last two and a half years, Sabrina and her staff have left no stone unturned in ensuring that our students are able to get to and from school and to have materials and food delivered during the pandemic. Sabrina and her team have developed a 'Kindergarten Touch A Bus' program for incoming students to meet drivers, learn about bus behavior and expectations, and take a ride on a bus prior to entering kindergarten. She hosts department community building events with her team and provides interactive professional development that allows participants engagement in their learning. All of this is done with enthusiasm, support and (the) goal of improving the Transportation Department." Congratulations to Sabrina Warren on earning this prestigious honor in our district!

Three Riverview School District students received awards at the state level of the 2022 PTSA Reflections Art Competition. And here’s a cool detail: All three were students at Carnation Elementary! The three students: Michael Batishchev, Alexander Colburn, and Elora Suchyta received Awards of Merit for their work and earned medals for their achievement. The theme for this year’s competition was “I Will Change the World By…”. We are happy to share links to their award-winning work, along with their Artist Statement, as submitted to judges for consideration. Join us in celebrating Michael, Alexander, and Elora’s incredible work! We are all so proud of you! Michael Batischev (Film, Primary Division) Title of Work: Save the world Artist Statement: I will change the world by encouraging people to recycle more so we can keep the earth healthy. Link to Michael’s film: “Save the world” Alexander Colburn (Photography, Primary Division) Title of Work: kids food Artist Statement: I took this picture because every kid should have enough food to last them thir whole life. If some kids don’t have enough to eat, they can’t study as well as other kids. I’m proud of my school for giving kids food. Link to Alexander’s photo: “kids food” Elora Suchyta (Music, Film Division) Title of Work: KINDNESS CHANGES THE WORLD Artist Statement: MY SONG IS ABOUT HOW SMALL ACTS OF KINDNESS WILL MAKE A BIG CHANGE IN THE WORLD Link to Elora’s song: “KINDNESS CHANGES THE WORLD” Thank you to Erin Nussbaum and the Carnation Elementary PTSA for the images and links which contributed to this article.

Dear Riverview Community, We have seen a recent uptick in positive COVID-19 cases in our schools. At this point, we are not requiring masks. However, there are a few recommendations from Public Health - Seattle King County that will help keep our students and staff healthy and safe. It is highly recommended that all students, staff, and volunteers wear a well-fitting mask for the next three weeks, while we try to slow the spread. If you are feeling sick, please stay home. If you experience symptoms, or test positive for COVID-19, lease follow the Department of Health guidance, found here: Symptom Flowchart. Utilize the district testing program, available from 7:00 – 8:00 a.m. and 2:30 – 3:30 p.m., each school day, at the Riverview ESC in Duvall. Preventative hygiene, such as handwashing, disinfecting surfaces, etc., will also help slow the spread of COVID-19. Thank you for your continued support and for doing your part to keep our community healthy and safe in mitigating the transmission of COVID-19. Sincerely, Molly Lutz Director, Student Services Riverview School District

Beginning in January 2019, the Riverview School District launched #SharingSunday, a social media campaign through Facebook, which brought approximately 10 updates, stories, or news and information to our Riverview Community every Sunday afternoon. Now, we are bringing the weekly #SharingSunday to the district website each Monday, the morning after, so those not connected to our Facebook page can share in the great updates we share there each and every week. NOTE: Click the item below to see the full post and update. The links below will take you away from the Riverview School District website and link you directly to the Riverview School District's Facebook page or other websites. Story No. 1 Staff Appreciation Week is Here: May 2-6, 2022 Story No. 2 Cedarcrest PTSA Hosts Kids Obstacle Course at Duvall Days 2022 To learn more about Duvall Days, please visit: https://duvalldays.org/ Story No. 3 Tolt Honors April's Students of the Month Story No. 4 Important 2022 Graduation Dates to Remember Story No. 5 Cedarcrest Spring Sports Updates: Heading into the Final Days and Weeks Story No. 6 Empower Youth Network and Riverview Host Healthy Youth Forum and Community Resource Fair Story No. 7 Carnation Elementary Students Make Reflections Which Last a Lifetime! Story No. 8 Riverview School District - A Week Ahead! Story No. 9 REF Run Returns and Kicks Off Duvall Days 2022! To learn more about the Riverview Education Foundation, please visit: https://refweb.org/ Story No. 10 Carnation Elementary 2022 Talent Show (Clicking the link above takes you to the recorded livestream event!)

Spread the word to your neighbors, friends, and family... Kindergarten registration remains open for prospective students for the 2022-2023 school year! Watch the video below and take a look at what happens each and every day in our kindergarten classrooms across the Riverview School District! Give us a call at (425) 844-4500, and we will help connect you to those who can best help walk you through the steps in registering your student for the upcoming school year! We can't wait to see the future Class of 2035 this fall!

Beginning in January 2019, the Riverview School District launched #SharingSunday, a social media campaign through Facebook, which brought approximately 10 stories to our Riverview Community every Sunday afternoon. Now, we are bringing the weekly #SharingSunday to the district website each Monday, the morning after, so those not connected to our Facebook page can share in the great updates we share there each and every week. After a two-week hiatus, the #SharingSunday event returned on Sunday, April 24, 2022, with a #SUPERSharingSunday edition - expanding to 15 stories in total. We will return to sharing up to 10 posts on May 1 and moving forward. NOTE: Click the item below to see the full post and update. The links below will take you away from the Riverview School District website and link you directly to the Riverview School District's Facebook page. Story #1 Super Lunch Lady Announces the Winner of a New Bike and Helmet! Story #2 WANIC Applications Close April 28 Learn more about WANIC: https://wanic.lwsd.org/ Story #3 Pi Day Becomes A Tasty Learning Opportunity! Story #4 CHS Sports Camps Are Coming Soon! Story #5 Osprey Nest Update Learn more about Osprey Solutions, LLC: https://osprey-solutions.com/ Story #6 Rise and Shine Breakfast to Honor Volunteers throughout the Snoqualmie Valley Learn more about Rise and Shine and Empower Youth Network: https://empoweryouthnetwork.org/rise-shine-volunteer-recognition-celebration/ Story #7 Cedarcrest NHS Engage in a Week of Service Story #8 Riverview - The Week Ahead! Story #9 CHS STEALTH Robotics Competes in Houston Watch this recent video interview with CHS STEALTH Robotics: https://vimeo.com/692837051 Story #10 April 2022 Superintendent Video Message Story #11 Cedarcrest Plant Sale is Back - April 29 and 30! Story #12 Transportation Gets Another OUTSTANDING Inspection Report! Story #13 CHS Spring Sports Updates Story #14 MATILDA Takes the CHS Stage! Story #15 Kindergarten Registration is Open!

In February 2022, the Riverview School District School Board of Directors accepted the retirement of Dr. Randy Stocker as the Assistant Superintendent, Teaching and Learning. Earlier this month, the Assistant Director of Teaching and Learning, Kristin Edlund, was promoted to the role of Director of Teaching and Learning. The official transition from Dr. Stocker to Ms. Edlund will take effect on July 1, 2022. Dr. Stocker’s retirement comes after more than 33 years in education, first serving as an Elementary and Middle School Teacher in the Bellevue School District from 1989-1999. After more than a decade as a principal and administrator with the Bellevue and Enumclaw School Districts, he joined Riverview in 2012 as Administrative Support/Interim Principal for the Riverview Learning Center. He was subsequently named the Principal of Carnation Elementary later that same year. In 2017, Dr. Stocker was hired as the Director of Teaching and Learning, then promoted to Assistant Superintendent, Teaching and Learning in 2019. “Our staff has known Dr. Stocker as a thoughtful listener that respects students, staff, and families for their expertise and role in focusing on what is best for each child,” said Dr. Anthony Smith, Riverview Superintendent. “His ability to foster positive relationships with everyone he interacts with is something to aspire toward.” Kristin Edlund brings more than 25 years of education experience into her new role as the Director of Teaching and Learning. In 2018, she was hired as the Assistant Director for Teaching and Learning after serving four years as a Curriculum Specialist in the Issaquah School District and as a Program Coordinator and Instructional Coach in the Tahoma School District from 2006-2014. Prior to that, Ms. Edlund worked as a library media specialist in Tahoma from 1995-2006. “In four years as the Assistant Director of Teaching and Learning, Kristin Edlund has demonstrated the ability to facilitate collaborative groups to outcomes that make a significant difference in Riverview,” shared Dr. Smith. “She continues to support our collaborative culture, with a focus on meeting student needs within our close relationships between staff, students, and community.” Please join us in wishing Dr. Randy Stocker all the best in his pending retirement and in congratulating Kristin Edlund as Riverview's next Director of Teaching and Learning!

On Friday morning, April 1, 2022, the Riverview School District School Board of Directors unanimously selected Dr. Susan Leach as the district’s next superintendent. Dr. Leach was selected following a rigorous process which culminated this week with a conversation with the district’s administrative team, a Question-and-Answer session with district staff, a Community Town Hall streaming event moderated by Cedarcrest High School students, and a final interview with our Board of Directors. Currently serving as Chief Officer of the Student Success Division for Jeffco Public Schools in Golden, Colorado, Dr. Leach serves as a member of Jeffco’s cabinet-level Academic Leadership Team. In her role as Chief Officer, she oversees several departments, including special education, student engagement, student services, health services, gifted and talented, and discipline and truancy. Prior to her existing work as Chief Officer, she served as the Director of Special Education in Jeffco. Recently, she was chosen to lead Jeffco Public School’s American Recovery Plan efforts, a spending package she developed by working extensively with a broad array of district stakeholders. Prior to working in Jeffco, Dr. Leach worked in Duval County Public Schools in Jacksonville, Florida, in a multitude of administrative roles within the district. Initially, she began her career as a school psychologist in Harborcreek, Pennsylvania. Dr. Leach holds a Doctor of Psychology degree in School Psychology, as well as post-graduate certifications in Educational Leadership and Education Finance. Identified as a life-long learner and servant leader, she enjoys engaging and connecting with the community, A mother of four adult children, in her free time, Dr. Leach enjoys scuba diving, hiking, travel, and exercise. “We are so happy to welcome Dr. Susan Leach to the Riverview School District as our next Superintendent,” said Riverview School Board Chair Lori Oviatt. “Dr. Leach’s ability to connect with our Riverview Community embodies characteristics and traits shared with us as important for the current and future direction of our school district. I want to thank our community for participating in our focus groups and surveys and thank everyone who provided important feedback following our candidate events. The School Board is excited to begin working with Dr. Leach!” The School Board and Dr. Leach will begin contract negotiations imminently. Pending agreement, Dr. Leach will begin her new role as Superintendent of the Riverview School District on July 1, 2022. Please join us in welcoming and congratulating Dr. Susan Leach as the next superintendent of Riverview School District!

During the March 24, 2022, Special Board Meeting, the Riverview School District School Board of Directors named the following individuals as finalists for the role of Superintendent for Riverview School District. Dr. James Crawford Heidi Harris Dr. Susan Leach ​Each finalist will participate in a series of interviews and discussions individually on March 28, 29, and 31, 2022, consisting of the following four components: An online, hour-long community Town Hall, featuring Riverview School District students, will be live-streamed each evening at 7:00 p.m. for our Riverview Community to view. A Vimeo link for each candidate’s Town Hall event is linked below their bios on the Superintendent Finalists homepage. We also invite our community to share feedback on each candidate following their Town Hall event. A feedback opportunity will be available on the day of each candidate's event. An interview/discussion with the Riverview School District’s Administrative Team. An interview/discussion with the Riverview School District Staff. A final interview with the Riverview School Board of Directors during an Executive Session Special Board Meeting each evening. The candidates are featured below, in the order they will be participating in district events. For more information on the Superintendent Search, please click here. Heidi Harris March 28, 2022 Heidi Harris’ experience includes fifteen years teaching and fifteen years of district leadership. She has been an assistant superintendent since 2014. As a life-long learner, Heidi earned her bachelor’s degree in elementary education, master's degree in curriculum design, and Executive Leadership Superintendent certificate. She is currently pursuing her doctorate degree. Heidi creates coherent systems and sound budgetary practices. She’s a visible leader in the community, contributing to the successful passage of multiple levies and bonds. Heidi oversees $48 million in state and federal funds, and has secured multi-millions in competitive grants. Her community involvement includes: Civil Service Commissioner, active member in the Arts Commission, Lions Club and Delta Kappa Gamma. Her equity centered leadership focuses on school improvement, resulting in National and state recognition. Under Heidi’s leadership, three schools won the National Title I award, and five awarded Schools of Distinction. Mrs. Harris was the recipient of the Melvin Jones Fellow Award for dedicated humanitarian service. She and her husband, Martin, an elementary school teacher, have four adult children and two fur babies. Foodies and explorers at heart, the Harris’ love the outdoors and to experiment with new recipes at home and to try locally owned restaurants wherever they visit. Dr. James Crawford March 29, 2022 Dr. James Crawford has served in public education for 20 years and is currently engaged in executive leadership service as a Superintendent-in-Resident. Crawford has served rural, suburban, and urban school districts. His service includes adjunct faculty/field supervision, central office, principal, assistant principal, instructional coach, and teacher. Serving in Federal Way Public Schools since 2010, his previous role was Chief Academic Officer where he led all aspects of teaching for learning. Focused efforts on equitable systems and culturally responsive teaching practices led to increased growth in mathematics and English language arts. As a building principal, focused efforts on systems, culture, and instruction led to an increase of 17% of students exiting English Language services. These record levels of achievement led to multiple honors. In 2015, Crawford was named National Emerging Leader by the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development. He was also named Everyday Hero by the Kiwanis Club of Federal Way in 2016 and received the Whole Child Advocate Award from his PTSA in 2014. Crawford earned his doctorate and superintendent certification from Washington State University. His doctorate earned the Outstanding Dissertation Award from the Washington Educational Research Association in 2019. He loves hiking, traveling, tennis, skiing, and reading. Dr. Susan Leach March 31, 2022 Dr. Susan Leach began her career as a school psychologist in Harborcreek, Pennsylvania. She currently serves as Chief Officer of the Student Success Division for Jeffco Public Schools, in Golden, Colorado. The Student Success Division consists of several departments, including special education, student engagement, student services, health services, gifted and talented, and discipline and truancy. She is a member of Jeffco’s cabinet-level Academic Leadership Team and serves on several boards. Dr. Leach was chosen to lead the District’s American Recovery Plan efforts, a spending package she developed by working extensively with a broad array of district stakeholders. Previously, she served as a Director of Special Education in Jeffco. Prior to Jeffco, Dr. Leach was with Duval County Public Schools in Jacksonville, Florida. She held multiple administrative roles in Duval County. Dr. Leach holds a Doctor of Psychology degree in School Psychology, as well as post-graduate certifications in Educational Leadership and Education Finance. She is a lifelong learner and servant leader who enjoys engaging with the community. Susan is a mother of four adult children. In her free time, she enjoys scuba diving, hiking, travel, and exercise.

Dear Riverview Community, The purpose of this communication is to provide you with some quick updates on our Superintendent Search, a community event organized by our friends with Empower Youth Network, and a recent interview conducted with our Student School Board Representatives and featured at our recent session of the Riverview School District Ambassadors Program. SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH UPDATE Application Screening Completed ​ Through advertising, outreach and recruiting efforts, the district’s search consultants (HYA) contacted or reached out to 63 prospective candidates about the RSD superintendent vacancy. Among the 63 prospects, there were 53 from Washington State, and 10 from other states In addition, there were 8 current or former superintendents, 2 deputy superintendents; 14 Associate or Assistant Superintendents; 18 Executive Directors or Directors; 11 school leaders; 6 nontraditional candidates; and 4 candidates without a current or former role specified. 21 candidates completed and submitted applications for the position. 6 candidates were selected for first round interviews with the Board. ​Candidate Interviews First Round Interviews: The Riverview School Board will interview six candidates selected for the first round of interviews on March 23-24, 2022, in Executive Session. Selection of Finalists: On March 25, 2022, the Board will announce the names of candidate(s) who will advance to the finalist interview phase. The time for this Board meeting will be posted soon to the district website. Finalist Interviews - Open Process: On March 15, 2022, the School Board took formal action at a special meeting to establish an open process for the finalist phase of the search process. The names of selected finalists will be made public on March 25, 2022 and posted to the district’s website. This also provides opportunities for stakeholders to participate as follows: Each finalist will be meeting with staff as well district and school leaders when they visit the district the week of March 28. In addition, a panel of high school students will interview each candidate during a Virtual Town Hall Community Event. The community will be invited to observe, via livestream, a Question and Answer session between each finalist and those selected students. Following the Town Hall, the School Board will conduct a final interview with each candidate in Executive Session. ​ Specific dates for finalist interviews will be determined and posted to the district website following the first round of interviews. Participant Input: For staff, students and other stakeholders who participate in finalist activities, the district will provide an online link, where people can share their input regarding each finalist candidate. This simple tool will ask participants to list the strengths of each candidate and any questions or concerns they would like to share with the School Board. ​Selection of the Next Superintendent ​ The School Board will discuss the qualifications of each finalist candidate, review stakeholder input and interview information gathered during finalist visits and review any final reference and/or background check information prior to announcing the next superintendent. Once finalist interview dates are confirmed, a special School Board meeting will be scheduled for the announcement of the next superintendent. These specific dates and times will be posted to the district’s website soon after finalist candidates are named. EMPOWER YOUTH NETWORK HOSTS RESILIENCE RISING ON MARCH 25 This event synopsis is provided courtesy of Empower Youth Network. Empower Youth Network recognizes that this has been a tough couple of years, and our goal is to support you in being able to come together to celebrate our resilience. Empower Youth Network is excited to announce that the 2nd annual Resilience Rising conference, on March 25, will be offered for FREE! You can earn up to 5 Washington State CEUs and most sessions will be recorded and available to those who are registered for up to three months. Resilience Rising will be a day of honoring our personal resilience and also a time to learn new ways to support those around us in building resilience. We are purposefully exploring resilience and race, resilience and culture, resilience and identity, and so much more! You can find out more and register at: https://whova.com/web/resil_202203/. AN INTERVIEW WITH OUR STUDENT SCHOOL BOARD REPRESENTATIVES As part of our recent Ambassadors Program on school district leadership and communications, our Director of Communications, Mike Ward, shared a recent interview with Crosby Ostercamp and Tejasvini Vijay, our student School Board representatives. Click the link below or the image above to watch the video! https://vimeo.com/688720414 The conversation focuses on their thoughts involving serving as student representatives, things they have learned in serving on the School Board, and the growth, challenges, and opportunities which continue to exist for them, as they experience this unique learning experience.

Beginning in January 2019, the Riverview School District launched #SharingSunday, a social media campaign through Facebook, which brought approximately 10 stories to our Riverview Community every Sunday afternoon. Now, we are bringing the weekly #SharingSunday to the district website each Monday, the morning after, so those not connected to our Facebook page can share in the great stories we share each and every week. NOTE: The links below will take you away from the Riverview School District website and link you directly to the Riverview School District's Facebook page. Story No. 1 ALICE Training® Events Upcoming This Week for Elementary and Secondary Families Story No. 2 3.14 is Pi Day! Story No. 3 Cedarcrest Spirit Week! Story No. 4 Listening Sessions Continue This Week! Story No. 5 Celebrating CHS Artists through Instagram AND Upcoming Art Show on March 19 and 20! Story No. 6 Cascadia College Multicultural Reach Out Event March 31, 2022 @ 7:00 p.m. | Cedarcrest LRC Story No. 7 Eagle Rock Hits a Home Run in Reading and Receives a Special Visitor! Story No. 8 Riverview School District - The Week Ahead! Story No. 9 A Reminder on Masking Guidance Updates for our Riverview Community Story No. 10 Celebrate Reflections All Around Us