Ridge View School District

Parents of Ridge View High School Football and team members: The 2024 Football Banquet will be held on Tuesday November 26th at 6:30 pm. The meal will be held in the commons beginning at 6:30 pm with the awards presentation to follow in the auditorium. Each family should bring a main dish. The freshman, sophomores, and the juniors should also bring a side dish in addition to the main dish. Seniors should also bring a dessert in addition to the main dish. We ask each person to provide/bring their own plate, silverware, napkins, and drink. Any questions, please contact Coach Wilken. Go Raptors!

HELP NEEDED!! The Madrigal Dinner is looking for some adult kitchen help on Saturday evening, Nov. 16th. If you are interested in helping out, please contact Mrs. Kris Kistenmacher at 712-368-4353 or via email at krkistenmacher@rvraptors.org. Thank you for your consideration.

The Galva-Holstein Upper Elementary enjoyed the Veteran's Day Program this morning. A special "Thank you" to Dale Tokheim for being the guest speaker!

Ridge View CAPS is hosting a 4-on-4 volleyball tournament Nov. 30th. Funds raised will go towards planting new trees. Sign up with this link or scan the QR code: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdfVMyCS-y7oIs-CZm-TSDJ4pdiA-AdH6nobnL3qpwBvV41qA/viewform?usp=sf_link

On Monday, Nov. 11 at 10:30 AM Ridge View High School in Holstein will hold a Veterans Day program in the auditorium. The community is welcome to attend, especially local veterans and their spouses. Breakfast rolls and coffee will be served in the commons starting at 9:30 AM until the program starts

Veterans Day Program to be held in Schaller:

Ridge View Music Parents: The Music Fundraiser items have arrived in Holstein and are ready to be picked up anytime between now and 4:00pm today. They will arrive in Schaller at 2:15pm and all items need to be picked up by 4:00pm today as well.

Get your 2024 Madrigal Tickets now!!! LAST DAY TO ORDER IS TUESDAY, NOV. 12TH! The HS music and drama departments present a Madrigal Dinner- Saturday, November 16, 6:30 pm on the South Gym. Tickets are on sale in the HS office or through the Cheddarup app on our school website. Tickets must be reserved by Tuesday, Nov. 12; no sales at the door. The link to pay via CheddarUp is: https://my.cheddarup.com/c/ridge-view-madrigal-tickets/items?cart

RAPTORS SUPPORTING OUR ARMED FORCES: The Ridge View High School Student Senate members are collecting items for care packages to be sent to people with ties to our school district's 5 communities who are in the Armed Forces. Collection boxes have been placed in the school offices and will be picked up on Friday, November 8th. Suggested items include: lip balm, solid deodorant, lotion, baby wipes, bars of soap, nail clippers, chewing gym, hard candy, beef jerky, trail mix, single-serve drink mix packts, socks, crossword puzzles, decks of cards. Please help us out to fill these care packages!!

Attention 6-12 music parents: The fall music fundraiser items will be delivered to the Holstein and Schaller school buildings the afternoon of Wednesday, November 6. Please make arrangements to have your child’s fundraiser items picked up no later than 4:00 p.m. that day. **Remember the only students who will pick up their items in Schaller are 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students who live in the Schaller-Crestland district**. Everyone else will pick up items in Holstein.

Ridge View XC ends their season on a high note! Addy placed 19th with a time of 19:44 and Odin was 93rd with a new PR 17:59! Way to compete until the end!

Elite Alert: The IGHSAU Golden Plaque of Distinction Award is a prestigious recognition given annually by the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union to honor high school coaches in Iowa who have demonstrated outstanding success in their careers. Beyond winning records, recipients of the award are selected based on their significant contributions to their schools, communities, and the broader coaching profession. This award recognizes long-term dedication, mentorship, and a positive impact on student-athletes, reflecting the IGHSAU’s commitment to celebrating coaches who not only lead successful teams but also foster sportsmanship and character among their athletes. Today, we had the honor of recognizing Coach Katie Tesch as she received the IGHSAU Golden Plaque of Distinction Award at this year’s cross country state meet.  Katie Tesch is more than a coach; she’s a mentor, a dedicated teacher, and a role model. Through over a decade of service, Katie’s leadership has shaped not only outstanding athletes but resilient individuals prepared for life’s challenges. Her passion for the sport of running and commitment to excellence has driven Ridge View’s cross country program to reach new heights. Katie’s selflessness shines through her dedication to Ridge View and the surrounding community. She is not only a skilled and thoughtful coach but also an inspiring teacher and supportive parent. Through her leadership, Katie has developed a culture of inclusivity and resilience, always encouraging her athletes to strive for their best while supporting one another. Please join us in celebrating Coach Katie Tesch’s remarkable achievements and congratulating her on this well-deserved and prestigious honor. #CLAWSUP

Wishing Addy and Odin good luck as they compete in the 1A State Cross Country meet on Saturday in Fort Dodge. Addy - 10:30 Odin - 11:15 https://www.gobound.com/ia/ighsau/girlscrosscountry/2024-25/tickets

RAPTOR FANS: The online store for RIDGE VIEW DANCE is now open and accepting orders until Thursday, Nov. 7th, closing at 9:00am. Please follow this link to browse and place orders: https://tailoredgraphicsllc.com/ridge-view-dance/ #CLAWSUP

HEY RAPTOR FANS: the GIRLS WRESTLING online apparel store is now open, until Sunday, Nov, 10th, closing at 11:59pm! To browse and place your order, please follow this link: https://ridgeviewgirlswrestling.itemorder.com/shop/home/?fbclid=IwY2xjawGRzQdleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHenR06cz_zs1xU3NZGKv1TOMQDGmCoO7PzdEbBes_0tthRgOpGvgJC0SRA_aem_b-KjZZ1Eh5-p3fHnW_tLiA #CLAWSUP

The newly organized FCCLA organization (Future Career and Community Leaders of America) got their first reminder of the simple joy and complete satisfaction that goes with providing service to others. Thirty high schoolers matched up with individual kindergarten students to help them create paper pumpkin works of art. Upon leaving, each Big Sister/Big Brother handed their special friend a miniature pumpkin gourd. Much collaboration and fun was had by all. The first comment, after returning to the high school was, "Can we do this again?!!!" Thanks Mrs. Friedmann and Mrs. Chance for allowing this community growth experience! #CLAWSUP

Sgt. Meyer of the Sac County Sheriff's Office spoke to the Ridge View Middle School for Red Ribbon Week and informed the students of the dangers and consequences of using drugs. He also showed us how K-9 Havoc can search and locate drugs. Thank you Sgt. Meyer! #CLAWSUP

The Galva-Holstein Lower Elementary Halloween Parade will now be held in the North Gym on Thursday, Oct. 31st.. Start time will be 3:00. We will dismiss students immediately upon completion of the parade. #CLAWSUP

HEY HEY RAPTOR FANS: If you are unable to travel to South Hardin (Eldora) tonight to cheer on our Ridge View Volleyball Team as they face So. Hardin in the Regional Semi-Final match, you can tune in to the live stream starting at 6:45pm tonight by following this link: https://www.youtube.com/live/CaB79iHUQUQ?feature=shared #CLAWSUP

Jackie Diersen's 7th-grade reading class wrote and illustrated books about South Sudan. To conclude the project, they read their books to elementary students at Early. The middle school students enjoyed interacting with the younger grades.