🎃👻 HALLOWEEN FUN AT RIVERDALE! 🦅💙🤍

The halls of Riverdale were filled with smiles, laughter, and some SPOOKTACULAR costumes today! 🎃

Our Elementary and Middle School students had a blast dressing up and showing off their creativity during our Halloween Parade! From superheroes and athletes to monsters and favorite movie characters, we saw it all! 🦸‍♂️👮‍♂️👹

It was awesome to see our Falcons come together for a fun-filled afternoon of Halloween excitement! A big thank you to our students and staff for making today such a memorable experience!

📸 Check out these great pictures of our Falcons getting into the Halloween spirit!

🎃 Happy Halloween from Riverdale Local Schools! 🦅💙🤍
about 2 hours ago, Brian Bennett
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💙🤍🦅 BE KIND. BE POSITIVE. BE YOUR BEST! 🦅🤍💙

Talk about Falcon Pride! 💙

A HUGE shoutout to 7th grader Kylie Luikart and 6th grader Hailey Kotterman for doing an AMAZING job painting a special parking spot for our Middle School Principal, Mr. Bennett! 🎨👏

These two talented Falcons put their creativity and hard work into designing a parking spot featuring four Falcons and a message that reminds us all what it means to be a Riverdale Falcon:

✨ Be Kind!
✨ Be Positive!
✨ Be Your Best!

What a great message for our students, staff, and community to see every day!

Thank you, Kylie and Hailey, for sharing your talents and making Mr. Bennett's parking spot something special! 💙

🦅 FALCON PRIDE IS ALIVE AND WELL AT RIVERDALE! 💙🤍
about 2 hours ago, Brian Bennett
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Bus #8 will be late Thursday October 29, 2026. Bus #8 will be one hour to one and a half hours late this afternoon. Parents/guardians of bus 8, if you wish you may pick up your child at the end of the day.
1 day ago, Greg Rossman
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Friday, October 30 | Kindergarten–5th Grade
1 day ago, Brittany Roach
Halloween Celebration Instructions October 30
📚💙🤍🦅 Big Falcons Helping Little Falcons! 🦅🤍💙📚

What happens when a high school Falcon teams up with a little Falcon? Lots of smiles, learning, and FUN! 🎉

Riverdale 11th grader Ali Isaacs spent some special time with 1st grader Maddy Hoffman, reading together and enjoying some fun, hands-on activities! 📖✏️🎨

It's wonderful to see our older students being positive role models and making a difference in the lives of our younger Falcons!

💙 Different grade levels, one Falcon family! 🤍
1 day ago, Brian Bennett
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💙🤍🦅 Celebrating Positive Falcons at Riverdale Middle School! 🦅🤍💙

Congratulations to these outstanding Riverdale Middle School students for receiving Positive Student Referrals! 🎉🍫

Our Positive Referral Program recognizes students who go above and beyond by showing kindness, respect, responsibility, and a positive attitude throughout the school day.

These Falcons were rewarded with their favorite candy bars as a small thank-you for making a BIG difference in our school!

👏 Keep up the great work, Falcons! We are proud of you!

#RiverdaleFalcons #FalconPride #PositiveReferrals #PBIS
1 day ago, Brian Bennett
Oct. 22 Pos. Referrals
"The Book Fair is just days away! The Fair encourages students to read AND raises much-needed funds for our school. The easiest way for kids to shop the Fair is by creating and funding your child’s eWallet. No more worrying about cash, and their balances show right on the register. Visit our school homepage to get started:

https://scholastic.com/bf/riverdalejuniorhighschool"
2 days ago, Susan Clark
Scholastic Book Fair ~ November 2nd  - 6th, 2026!
FALCONS ARE DISTRICT FINAL BOUND! 🔵⚪

The Riverdale Boys Soccer team picked up a huge 2-1 victory over Van Buren to punch their ticket to the District Finals! 🏆

⚽ Goals: Cameron Snook, Blaine Roach

🎯 Assist: Landon Elwood

🧤 Saves: Reydon Bishop – 5

🔥 DISTRICT FINAL INFORMATION 🔥

📅 Saturday, October 31

⏰ 12:00 PM (Noon)

📍 Nusbaum Stadium – Sylvania Southview High School

The Falcons are just one win away from a District Championship! Let's pack the stands in Sylvania and show our boys some Falcon support as they battle for the title!

LET'S GO FALCONS! 🦅💙🤍
2 days ago, Brandon Watkins
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🌽🎃 Join Riverdale PTO for FREE fall fun at Ghost Town!

The Riverdale PTO is covering admission and activities for Riverdale students and their families on **October 31 from 11 AM–3 PM!**

⏰ **You do NOT have to arrive at 11!** Come anytime during the event—remember the fun wraps up at 3 PM!

📍 Ghost Town, 10630 CR 40, Findlay

Scan the QR code on the flyer or sign up here:
[https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084DA5AD2AA7FDC16-66607694-riverdale](https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084DA5AD2AA7FDC16-66607694-riverdale)

💙 We hope to see you there!
3 days ago, Brittany Roach
Ghost Town Free Activites sign up October 31

Riverdale Local Schools Anticipated Opening:

Board of Education Member

Qualified personnel interested in the position should contact:

Mr. Greg Rossman
grossman@riverdalefalcons.org

Please submit to Greg Rossman:

Interest letter
Resume
References (3)

Application deadline is November 13, 2026

3 days ago, Riverdale Local Schools
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Celebrating Our October Falcons of the Month!

In recognition of their outstanding work, dedication, and positive attitudes, Riverdale Local Schools is proud to announce our October Students and Staff Member of the Month!

Employee of the Month: Marissa Sanders
High School Student of the Month: Parker Goodrich
Middle School Student of the Month: Kailea Graber
Elementary Student of the Month: Sadie Jo Weatherholtz

Congratulations to these outstanding Falcons! Thank you for setting a positive example and helping make Riverdale a great place to learn, work, and grow!

#BluePride
3 days ago, Riverdale Local Schools
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Hancock County ESC Paraprofessional Search: Riverdale Local Schools is assisting the Hancock County ESC in its paraprofessional search.

Please refer to the Hancock County ESC's Employment Opportunities page for more information.

https://www.hancockesc.org/page/hancock-county-schools-employment-opportunities

4 days ago, Riverdale Local Schools
THE HANCOCK COUNTY ESC IS HIRING!  OPEN POSITION:  Paraprofessional/Aide
Please join us for the Riverdale HS Veterans Day Assembly!
4 days ago, Emily Shaw
Veterans Day - November 11 2026 at 10:30 AM in the gym. All Veterans and active duty military are welcome
OUR JH FALCONS ROCKED IT AT STATE! 💙🤍

What an incredible day for our Riverdale Junior High Cross Country runners at the State Championships! Our Falcons competed against some of the best runners in the state and turned in some outstanding performances!

GIRLS – 213 Total Runners

🏅 Adelynn Woodruff – 6th Place | 13:15.29

Kate Brooks – 48th Place | 14:53.93

BOYS – 232 Total Runners

🏅 Liam Voll – 13th Place | 12:02.35

Gunner Leightey – 28th Place | 12:24.18

Oliver Suever – 148th Place | 14:37.9

With four Falcons finishing in the top 50 in the state, including an incredible 6th-place finish by Adelynn Woodruff and a 13th-place finish by Liam Voll, Riverdale was well represented on the state stage!

We couldn't be prouder of these five young athletes and the hard work they've put in all season. The future of Riverdale Cross Country is looking bright!

Congratulations, Falcons! Way to represent Riverdale at STATE! 💙🤍
4 days ago, Brandon Watkins
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What a weekend for Riverdale Cross Country! Both our boys and girls teams punched their tickets to the Regional Championships next Saturday in Tiffin!

GIRLS DISTRICT RESULTS
🏅 5th Place Overall

Team Score: 134 points

Team Time: 1:48:29.0

Average Time: 21:41.8

The girls were led by junior Paige Vent, who finished 15th overall with a personal-best time of 20:20.9!

BOYS DISTRICT RESULTS
🏅 7th Place Overall

Team Score: 207 points

Team Time: 1:33:32.2

Average Time: 18:42.5

The boys were led by senior Kolten Evans, who turned in an outstanding performance, finishing 3rd overall with a season-best time of 16:22.1!

What an incredible accomplishment for both programs! All the hard work, dedication, and miles put in throughout the season have paid off, and both teams have earned the opportunity to keep their seasons going!

We're incredibly proud of these athletes and coaches for their efforts this season. Now it's time to take on the next challenge as both teams head to Tiffin next Saturday for Regionals!

THE FALCONS AREN'T DONE YET!
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BVC VOLLEYBALL CONFERENCE HONORS! 🏐

Congratulations to our 3 Riverdale Falcons who earned Blanchard Valley Conference honors this season!

2nd Team: Dylann Thacker (Senior)

Honorable Mention: Claire Inbody (Sophomore) and Leah Miller (Sophomore)

These honors are a reflection of the effort and commitment these athletes brought to the court throughout the season. Congratulations on a well-deserved recognition!

GO FALCONS! 💙🏐
5 days ago, Brandon Watkins
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NCOSA GIRLS SOCCER CONFERENCE HONORS!

Congratulations to our 10 Riverdale Falcons who earned NCOSA All-Conference recognition this season!

1st Team: Marissa Bonham and Ryleigh Howard

2nd Team: Sophie Weatherholtz and Bristel Cramner

Honorable Mention: Taryn Headington, Janelle Best, Lilly Mowery, Emma Kemmere, Faith Schlarb, and Gwen Bucher.

Congratulations to these student-athletes on their hard work, dedication, and outstanding accomplishments this season! We are proud of the way you represent Riverdale!

GO FALCONS! 💙⚽
5 days ago, Brandon Watkins
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NCOSA BOYS SOCCER CONFERENCE HONORS!

Congratulations to our 9 Riverdale Falcons who earned NCOSA All-Conference recognition this season!

1st Team: Cameron Snook

2nd Team: Reydon Bishop and Landon Elwood

Honorable Mention: Clemens Lukesch, Adrian Altvater, Blaine Roach, Deegan McLaughlin, Kolten Evans, and Jayden Miller.

Congratulations to these student-athletes on their hard work, dedication, and accomplishments this season! We are proud of you!

GO FALCONS! 💙⚽
5 days ago, Brandon Watkins
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Mark your calendars! 2nd grade is getting ready to perform!

November 12, 2026 at 7pm in the Main Gym!

7 days ago, Kim Bickford
Info on 2nd grade program, Nov 12, 2026. @7pm in the Riverdale Gym
Congratulations to our 2026 NHS and NJHS inductees!
8 days ago, Emily Shaw
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