We are incredibly proud of our students for their kindness and generosity. With your continued support, they assisted in creating over 3,000 handmade cards, letters, ornaments, and decorations that were shared to help brighten the days of countless troops. This meaningful effort reflects the compassion and character of our school community, and we are grateful for the partnership between our families and students in making such a positive impact.
RIS Jersey Cares Club is once again helping those in need! 💙
Today’s Two Lunch Tuesday was a wonderful opportunity to give back, and we are incredibly proud of everyone who donated and assisted. Thank you for making a meaningful difference in our community!
Today’s Two Lunch Tuesday was a wonderful opportunity to give back, and we are incredibly proud of everyone who donated and assisted. Thank you for making a meaningful difference in our community!
We kicked off our Scholastic Book Fair today, and the energy was off the charts — students could not wait to dive into new books and start building their next great read! 📚
Mr. Lane’s 7th graders are diving into the world of geometric Islamic art, crafting vibrant tessellations that will soon transform our hallways into a stunning gallery of student creativity!
Our Afternoon Ramble group lit up the Winter Ball stage tonight!
With smooth sounds and serious style, they turned a school dance into a full-on vibe. A huge shoutout to these talented performers for giving the crowd a musical moment to remember! 🎶✨
With smooth sounds and serious style, they turned a school dance into a full-on vibe. A huge shoutout to these talented performers for giving the crowd a musical moment to remember! 🎶✨
Today, Modern Music students are working on their final assessment for the "Creating Music with DAW" unit. They will compose an original tune, and then be paired up with someone else to "produce" each other's compositions. The producer provides feedback against specific criteria, and the composer will then make corrections.
7th grade Chorus students were hard at work rehearsing for their upcoming performance, filling the room with energy and anticipation 🎶. Our Holiday Concert Series picks back up on Monday, December 8—we can’t wait to showcase their talent! ✨
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, Mrs. VanDeursen’s classes spent time reflecting on what they’re most thankful for by adding their thoughts to our “Gratitude Graffiti” wall. Students filled the space with meaningful messages, kind words, and heartfelt appreciation—creating a colorful display that celebrates gratitude within our school community.
Our seventh-grade scientists are diving into the exciting world of chemistry as they explore exothermic reactions—those that release heat! Students are carefully collecting and analyzing temperature data to determine which reactions are strong candidates for their upcoming DIY flameless heater engineering challenge. This hands-on experiment not only reinforces key scientific concepts but also gives students the chance to apply their knowledge in a creative, real-world engineering project. We can’t wait to see their innovative designs come to life!
Students enrolled in Science Applications recently participated in an exciting two-day paper airplane challenge. Throughout the activity, students designed and built their own airplanes with a focus on both accuracy and distance. Their creativity, problem-solving, and engineering skills were on full display. Congratulations to our winners!
Mix-It-Up Day at Lunch!
Today during 6th grade lunch, our 8th Grade Peer Leaders hosted a special Mix-It-Up Day. Students were encouraged to step outside their comfort zones by sitting with new classmates and engaging in fun, peer-led activities and games. The energy in the cafeteria was fantastic as students made new connections and strengthened our school community.
Today during 6th grade lunch, our 8th Grade Peer Leaders hosted a special Mix-It-Up Day. Students were encouraged to step outside their comfort zones by sitting with new classmates and engaging in fun, peer-led activities and games. The energy in the cafeteria was fantastic as students made new connections and strengthened our school community.
Our Jersey Cares Club students continue to demonstrate compassion and leadership through their participation in our 2 Lunch Tuesday program. This week, they worked together to prepare lunches for individuals in need, embodying the spirit of service and making a meaningful difference in our community. We are proud of their dedication to helping others.
As part of our continued efforts to promote E-Bike safety, School Resource Officer Riley delivered an informative presentation to students during their PE/Health classes today. The session focused on safe riding practices, key township regulations and laws, and how to distinguish between legal and illegal E-Bikes.
Congratulations Ryka - on winning the RIS Anti-Vape Poster Contest!
Here are a few of the amazing Halloween costumes worn by RIS students today.
Kicking off Spirit Week with Crazy Sock Day!
2 Lunch Tuesday at its best! - What a great way to give back to those in need.
RIS Student Council was working hard after school . They spent some time planning future events with their advisor, Mrs. Trottere.
Mrs. Trottere, our Student Assistance Coordinator spent the day in the 8th grade Health classes teaching about the dangerous consequences of binge drinking.
It's a PINK OUT at Roosevelt School...students and staff wear pink on Friday, October 17th as a symbol of support and compassion for those individuals and families in our community affected by breast cancer!
