Rivercrest School District

Rivercrest School District announces that Coach Brett Hardin has been named Interim Head Football Coach and Athletic Director for the Rivercrest Colts High School program for the 2025–2026 school year. He will also serve as Junior High Dean of Students. This transition follows recent health concerns for Coach Johnny Fleming, who has made the decision to step down from coaching duties. Coach Fleming remains a dedicated part of our district and will continue serving students as a Physical Education teacher. Coach Hardin will lead the program this year, and the district will assess coaching assignments at the conclusion of the season to determine future needs. We are grateful for the leadership of both Coach Hardin and Coach Fleming, and for the commitment of our entire Colts coaching staff.

Rivercrest Summer Enrichment ☀️ This week @ A New Beginning Center (Old School) Tuesday and Thursday 1-3 PM

2025 K-12 New Student Registration Thursday, July 24 8:00 - 11:00 and 12:30 - 3:00 Elementary & High School Offices To register a student you MUST have all of the following: ● Birth certificate, passport, or hospital verification ● Social Security Card ● Immunization Record ● Physical (PK & Kindergarten) ● Any student in grades 7-12 enrolling after June 1, 2025 and participating in any AAA activity must provide at least 2 current proofs of legal residence within Rivercrest School District upon enrollment. Kindergarten: Must be 5 years of age by August 1

The Rivercrest Class of 1975 celebrated their 50th reunion in true Colt fashion by giving back. In appreciation of their alma mater, they presented a donation of $1,000 check to the Rivercrest Colts Foundation to support future facility improvements and student success. Pictured (L to R): Bob Hall, Mike Cox, Donna Beck, Ruby Stien Brown, and Bobby Ashley. The Colts Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to enhancing facilities and student opportunities at Rivercrest. The Rivercrest Colts Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit led by board members Mike Gunn, Freddy Ware, Reggie Cullom, Justin Cissell, Matt Brigance, Travis Senter, and Donna Slayton Vinson. Thank you, Class of ’75, for your continued Colt pride and generosity!

Rivercrest Summer Enrichment ☀️ This week @ A New Beginning Center (Old School) Tuesday and Thursday 1-3 PM

🎉Rivercrest School District is proud to announce overall growth in all three tested subjects—Math, ELA, and Science—on the Arkansas Teaching and Learning Assessment System (ATLAS).
✔️Parents can log in to the ATLAS portal to view your child’s results and see how they’ve grown over time.

For full information on grade level growth and how to see your child's scores, visit www.rivercrestcolts.org/article/2304058

Exciting Leadership News at Rivercrest! The Rivercrest School Board has approved some leadership updates for the upcoming school year: Mr. Peyton Milligan will now serve as Principal for PreK–4, bringing energy and a heart for early learning. Mrs. Dixie Reeves will transition to Principal for Grades 5–8, helping students navigate the important move from elementary to junior high. Mr. William Burfield will continue as Principal for Grades 9–12. Grades 5–6 will remain in the Elementary building. Grades 7–8 will stay in the Junior High building. We’re excited about the year ahead and the strong team leading the way.

Congrats to our Advanced Placement students!

Today's event has been canceled due to an emergency. Tuesday, July 8

CANCELED TODAY DUE TO EMERGENCY-Tuesday, July 8. We are sorry for any inconvenience! Rivercrest Summer Enrichment ☀️ This week @ A New Beginning Center Tuesday and Thursday 1-3 PM

There are a few 4-year old PreK openings for the 2025-26 school year. Registration packets can be downloaded at bit.ly/respkreg25. Questions? Email Blaire Brown (blaire.brown@smccolts.com).

Rivercrest School District is accepting applications for a Secondary Science Teacher and a Secondary Math Teacher. If you are interested in a 4-day week, competitive pay, and a family oriented work environment, please submit your application at bit.ly/jointhecolts.

Exciting News from Rivercrest! We’re thrilled to announce that Art Teacher Merideth Elder will be offering an AP Art class for 9-12 students passionate about Visual Art. This course is perfect for students who truly enjoy creating and want to explore future opportunities in the arts. AP Drawing -Introductory college-level drawing course. Refine and apply drawing skills to ideas developed throughout the course. This is a College Board Advanced Placement course. And don’t worry Mrs. Elder will still be teaching Elementary Art too! Interested in joining the class? Contact HS Counselor Christy Stewart at christy.stewart@smccolts.com to learn more or get signed up.

PK -6th grade school supply lists for 2025-26 school year can be found on the district website under Students & Parents - Back to School: https://www.rivercrestcolts.org/page/backtoschool ✏️

Did You Know? In 2024–2025, Rivercrest High School students earned over 500 college credits through Arkansas Northeastern College! 83 students took advantage of college-level courses, and 30 Tech Center students earned at least one college credit, setting themselves up for success after graduation. This is just one of many opportunities at Rivercrest. When combined with an H2 (High Demand, High Skill) Pathway, students may qualify for a Diploma of Merit or Diploma of Distinction, giving them a competitive edge for college, careers, or the military. Want to learn more? Contact christy.stewart@smccolts.com or sara.creecy@smccolts.com to find the best path for your student.

Rivercrest Summer Enrichment @ Luxora Community Center! ☀️ 📅 Tuesdays & Thursdays in July | 1-3 PM

Rivercrest School District is proud to highlight a 95% retention rate moving into the 25-26 school year. As we gear up for the new school year, our team is focused on supporting students and their learning every day. Help us welcome the newest members of the Colt Family: Katlyn George – Kindergarten Noah McClay - Band Joy Wicker – Computer Science Renita Courtney – English Shawna Laster – Paraprofessional Judy McDonald – Paraprofessional Let’s make 2025-2026 a year to remember!

The Arkansas Department of Education Requires public schools to offer a minimum of one H2 pathway to students for the 25-26 school year. H2 Pathways are training for High Demand High Wage careers. Rivercrest is proud to offer several to its students for the upcoming school year! Rivercrest Career and Technical Education (CTE) H2 Pathways : Agricultural Power and Technical Systems Plant Systems (Ag) Computer Science: Software Development Retail Management Supply Chain and Logistics Arkansas Military Service and Security H2 Pathways through the ANC Technical Center: Computer information systems Robotics and Automation Steel Tech Academy Welding Construction Health Science HVAC For more information contact: High School Counselor: christy.stewart@smccolts.com CTE Coordinator: david.diagostino@smccolts.com

Bell to Bell, No Cell: A new student cell phone policy will be in place for the upcoming 25-26 school year. Students will be prohibited from using displaying personal electronic devices - including cell phones, smartwatches, earbuds, and similar items during instructional time - from the first bell to the last. This new policy is in accordance with the new Arkansas State Law Act 122 of 2025. The law may be viewed here: https://arkleg.state.ar.us/Home/FTPDocument?path=%2FACTS%2F2025R%2FPublic%2FACT122.pdf

🏐 Exciting News for Rivercrest Athletics! 🏐 Rivercrest is proud to announce the addition of Volleyball to our athletics program beginning 2025-2026! We’re also thrilled to welcome Caley Felts as our Head Volleyball Coach! Coach Felts is an experienced volleyball player with a strong competitive background and a passion for mentoring young athletes. She brings energy, knowledge, and a commitment to building a strong foundation for our program. We will launch with a Junior High team for 7th and 8th grade girls during the inaugural year. Interested in playing? Contact Coach Felts at caley.felts@smccolts.com for more information