News & Events
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![Annual Day of Giving Back]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750683090/madriverschoolsorg/x4kiilqugqql5sklu7gy/SAVETHSDATE.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1750683090/madriverschoolsorg/x4kiilqugqql5sklu7gy/SAVETHSDATE.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1750683090/madriverschoolsorg/x4kiilqugqql5sklu7gy/SAVETHSDATE.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1750683090/madriverschoolsorg/x4kiilqugqql5sklu7gy/SAVETHSDATE.png","width":1080}])
The Mad River School District and Hope4Riverside are proud to host our Annual Day of Giving Back, where we will distribute over 1,000 backpacks filled with school supplies to Mad River students!
![Each month, the district will honor one student from each of our elementary, middle schools, and Ste]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730729632/madriverschoolsorg/fggrh3mneyfethwgdfy5/son.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730729632/madriverschoolsorg/fggrh3mneyfethwgdfy5/son.jpg","width":298}])
Each month, the district will honor one student from each of our elementary, middle schools, and Stebbins as “Mad River Students of the Month”. Students are chosen based on a display of exemplary behavior tied to PBIS and PAX character traits including friendliness, responsibility, kindness, respect, and citizenship. Recognized students will have their photos taken and shared on our Facebook page and website. They will also receive a certificate of their achievement.
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Begin the registration process on March 17, 2025...
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Packets will be available beginning March 4, 2025, for pick-up and download. The sign-up link for appointments will be "live" beginning March 4, 2024. Appointments will start the Week of April 17, 2025.
![Stebbins Podcast]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741191908/madriverschoolsorg/cjdc7mcp73mufxb1liit/BlackandWhiteModernPodcastStudioLogo300x300px.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741191908/madriverschoolsorg/cjdc7mcp73mufxb1liit/BlackandWhiteModernPodcastStudioLogo300x300px.png","width":300}])
Listen to the latest episode of our Superintendent's Student Advisory Council's weekly podcast.
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The Mad River Schools District is now using ParentSquare to communicate with parents and students from Pre-K through 12th grade. ParentSquare is a simple and safe way to connect and communicate. It replaces previous communication apps such as Remind, ClassDojo, SeeSaw, Band and more.
![Mad River Announces Our 2024 Students of the Year]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730729635/madriverschoolsorg/hxq1fapmjg4ta6lfhsiz/studentoftheyearsign.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730729635/madriverschoolsorg/hxq1fapmjg4ta6lfhsiz/studentoftheyearsign.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730729635/madriverschoolsorg/hxq1fapmjg4ta6lfhsiz/studentoftheyearsign.png","width":600}])
Congratulations to Our Mad River Students of the Year!
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![flotus]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730729633/madriverschoolsorg/xivvkpswq6kcslwdhafg/biden.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730729633/madriverschoolsorg/xivvkpswq6kcslwdhafg/biden.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730729633/madriverschoolsorg/xivvkpswq6kcslwdhafg/biden.jpg","width":600}])
Beverly Gardens and Wright-Patterson Air Force Base hosted first lady Jill Biden on March 29 as part of her Joining Forces initiative.
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![See Something Say Something-Staff and Student Health]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730729629/madriverschoolsorg/ijjlmyoakqskgtkg5c8l/R.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730729629/madriverschoolsorg/ijjlmyoakqskgtkg5c8l/R.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730729629/madriverschoolsorg/ijjlmyoakqskgtkg5c8l/R.jpg","width":600}])
![Please Keep Sick Students Home If They Are Sick...]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730729621/madriverschoolsorg/vjr0n917pxlkhdmuk6j5/bbcommshq_batch_2138886.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730729621/madriverschoolsorg/vjr0n917pxlkhdmuk6j5/bbcommshq_batch_2138886.jpg","width":474}])
![Are you receiving important emails from the District and your child's school?]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730729621/madriverschoolsorg/pimkp321ds3hovl4stma/em.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730729621/madriverschoolsorg/pimkp321ds3hovl4stma/em.jpg","width":322}])
If you feel that you are not receiving all communications from the school district and or schools, and they are not in your Spam email folder, then it's possible that your email client is blocking mad river alert emails or not directing them into your Inbox.
![Homework Help Tools from the Dayton Metro Library]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730729619/madriverschoolsorg/go9urrhiaseebaddwsdh/bbcommshq_batch_1716262.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730729619/madriverschoolsorg/go9urrhiaseebaddwsdh/bbcommshq_batch_1716262.png","width":404}])
![New Graduation Requirements]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730729616/madriverschoolsorg/dbrd17ta88iaosstiw4u/Testing.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730729616/madriverschoolsorg/dbrd17ta88iaosstiw4u/Testing.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1730729616/madriverschoolsorg/dbrd17ta88iaosstiw4u/Testing.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730729616/madriverschoolsorg/dbrd17ta88iaosstiw4u/Testing.jpg","width":960}])
Please look at the attached updated chart that provides a comprehensive overview of Ohio’s graduation requirements as well as a description of the requirements.
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Staff and students at Beverly Gardens were featured in a segment live on CBS This Morning about keeping kids safe in school. The attached video shows a live active shooter drill in a classroom at BG.
![Mad River Middle School STEM Video]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730729612/madriverschoolsorg/ckanilaoyjs1xlcfvjav/hqdefault.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730729612/madriverschoolsorg/ckanilaoyjs1xlcfvjav/hqdefault.jpg","width":480}])
![Highly Qualified Teacher Report]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730729611/madriverschoolsorg/gubtqijy75kkgbpekhmu/Highly-Qualified-Teachers1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730729611/madriverschoolsorg/gubtqijy75kkgbpekhmu/Highly-Qualified-Teachers1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730729611/madriverschoolsorg/gubtqijy75kkgbpekhmu/Highly-Qualified-Teachers1.jpg","width":600}])
![Understanding State Tests]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730729608/madriverschoolsorg/avxlor3jgrq6v7nqux5q/scantron.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730729608/madriverschoolsorg/avxlor3jgrq6v7nqux5q/scantron.jpg","width":500}])
State Testing Information
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Deciding where to settle down can be difficult, but the CreditDonkey experts have ranked the best places to live in Ohio to make your final choice easier.
![What is Common Core??]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730729603/madriverschoolsorg/zyuk3f6r1ny5armcudg9/commoncore.jpg","width":150}])
Three-Minute Video Explaning the Common Core State Standards.
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![Ready Set Soar - Kindergarten Information]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730729601/madriverschoolsorg/ypg5km4hyhmxnvkggy0p/FivetoThrive.jpg","width":150}])
Kindergarten Registration Information
![Tips to help your child succeed on state tests.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730729597/madriverschoolsorg/jg21a2wpkotcj7ly7ph4/932668.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730729597/madriverschoolsorg/jg21a2wpkotcj7ly7ph4/932668.png","width":500}])
For some students, tests can be a stressful experience. Here are some tips to help your student do their best and minimize their test worries.