Riverwood Middle School

#JCPSParentandFamilyEngagement | Start the school year with confidence by exploring Johnston County Public Schools’ 2026-2027 Back to School Basics page!

Families can find helpful information and resources all in one place, including:

📝 Beginning of the year documents
🏫 Orientation dates and times
🚌 Transportation information
🍎 School Nutrition information
📅 School calendars
…and much more!

The first day of school is just around the corner, and we can’t wait to welcome our students back! Mark your calendars:
• Monday, August 24: First day for traditional-calendar students
• Wednesday, August 26 and Thursday, August 27: Kindergarten staggered entry
• Friday, August 28: All kindergarten students attend

Not sure which day your kindergartener should attend? Please check with your child’s school for their assigned date.

Visit our Back to School Basics page here: https://bit.ly/3WPLcX3

#JCPSForward

about 17 hours ago, Johnston County Public Schools

Ready, set, KINDERGARTEN! 🎉🎒✏️

Registration is open for the 2026-2027 school year, and we’re excited to welcome our newest learners!

Get started today on our website: www.johnston.k12.nc.us/enrollment

about 18 hours ago, Johnston County Public Schools

Good afternoon, Riverwood Middle families! This is your Principal, Lauren Sabo.
Can you believe that it is almost time to welcome back the 2026-2027 school year? We are excited to invite our Ravens on to campus for Orientation this week. On Monday, August 17th, we invite our 6th graders and new to Riverwood 7th and 8th graders to attend. 7th and 8th grade siblings of 6th graders may attend too. Last names A-L will be at 4pm and M-Z at 6pm. The event will conclude at 7pm. I will be available in the cafeteria. Please stop by to say hello so that I can get to know our families better.
On Tuesday, August 18th, we will conduct schedule-pickups for our returning students. You may attend the morning session from 8:30am-10:00am or the evening session from 4:30pm-6pm. Again, I will be available to meet the families in the cafeteria.
All questions related to the school including medications, registration, transportation, or schedule concerns will be addressed in the Media Center. Please stop by to get the help you need.
Sports tryouts for cheerleading, soccer, and volleyball will be Monday-Wednesday from 4:00-6:00pm. Please see our News from the Nest for more information.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CImG69WHI33ljP-aMK_MXmJ64v2OhYaWkLw9W8SzPUM/edit?tab=t.0

We look forward to seeing you all this week as we begin our Flight Plan to Excellence. Ravens Elevate!

3 days ago, Riverwood Middle School Principal

A new school year is just around the corner! While the excitement is building, we know getting ready can feel overwhelming. That’s why we’ve created a one-stop shop to help families get ready for the year ahead!

📅 Orientation dates & times
📝 Enrollment information
🚌 Transportation services
🍎 School nutrition
…and so much more!

Visit our Back to School Basics page for everything you need to start the school year prepared and ready to go! https://bit.ly/3WPLcX3

6 days ago, Johnston County Public Schools

During the July 14th regular scheduled meeting, the JC Board of Education approved revisions to Policy Code 4304: Code of Student Conduct.

There was special attention to Section F. 36, which provides governance for the "Possession, Display, Use, Sale or Distribution of Vapes".

Revisions define vapes and expresses that there will be a 10-day suspension for any student in violation of the code.

We strongly encourage parents to speak with your child(ren) regarding the details of the policy and the consequences moving forward.

Please know that the Johnston County Board of Education strives to mitigate health and safety concerns related to harmful substances such as tobacco products and/or vapes. The revised verbiage and the associated penalties have been set to achieve this goal.

View Policy Code 4304 online, here: https://bit.ly/4f2TEwE

6 days ago, Johnston County Public Schools

Kindergarten registration is happening now at JCPS! 🏫

You can complete the process online or call to schedule an in-person appointment. We are here to help you every step of the way!

Get started today on our website: johnston.k12.nc.us/enrollment

Click HERE for an enrollment video with more information.

6 days ago, Johnston County Public Schools

Kindergarten students will begin their year on a staggered schedule! 🍎

Beginning August 26th, half of the students will attend, and the other half will attend on August 27th.

If you aren't sure, please check with your school to specify which date your child will attend.

All kindergarten students will attend on August 28th!

We look forward to seeing everyone! 🥳

7 days ago, Johnston County Public Schools

7 days ago, Johnston County Public Schools

Good evening, Riverwood families. This is your new Principal, Lauren Sabo. I am thrilled to serve this year as part of the Riverwood Middle community. I wanted to send this message to update you with some important dates and information.

This school year, I will provide weekly updates in the form of the News from the Nest newsletter. This newsletter will arrive to you via email, text, and will be posted on our social media pages.

This week's newsletter includes important dates about football tryouts, orientation information, and an overview of information to start the year.

Please check your email and text to view the newsletter. The parent letter and handbook provide more detailed information about important topics.

If you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to reach out to a member of the adminstration team. We are here to help.

Enjoy your last days of summer. We are growing excited to welcome our Ravens back into the building soon.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CImG69WHI33ljP-aMK_MXmJ64v2OhYaWkLw9W8SzPUM/edit?tab=t.0

8 days ago, Riverwood Middle School Principal

Over the course of 8 weeks, more than 270,000 meals were prepared and provided, making a meaningful impact on the children and families throughout Johnston County.

This recap video highlights the incredible reach of the program and those who made it possible. A huge THANK YOU to JCPS School Nutrition staff and the many community volunteers whose hard work made this year’s Summer Feeding Program another success!

🎥 https://bit.ly/4bBha1I

12 days ago, Johnston County Public Schools

📢 Enrollment is open, and our future scholars are ready, so don’t forget to register for Kindergarten!

Complete the process online or call us at 888-903-6765 to schedule an in-person appointment.

Get started today: johnston.k12.nc.us/enrollment

🔗 https://bit.ly/3TtX6It

13 days ago, Johnston County Public Schools

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20 days ago, Johnston County Public Schools

There’s still time to get to the Summer Information Fair!

Until 6 PM today, families can stop by Corinth Holders High, Cleveland High, or Smithfield-Selma High to receive support regarding enrollment applications, transportation questions, student resources, and more.

In case you weren’t able to attend, no worries! Check out your school's website or our Back to School Basics webpage: https://bit.ly/45snXXT

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26 days ago, Johnston County Public Schools

🎒 📚 Back-to-school season is here, and we're here to help!

As we prepare for the 2026-2027 school year, on Monday, July 27th and Tuesday, July 28th, JCPS Information Services, Transportation and Student Services departments will be hosting a Summer Information Fair at three locations: Cleveland High, Corinth-Holders High, and Smithfield-Selma High.

Families can visit any of these three campuses from 12:00 PM-6:00 PM to complete new enrollment applications, receive status updates on existing enrollment applications, and collect required enrollment documentation. Parents will be able to receive information on how transportation is provided, request transportation if they did not use it the previous year, or discuss any summer address changes that impact transportation. Student Services will also be available to provide student resources.

We look forward to seeing you there!

For more information: https://bit.ly/4fOhInb

27 days ago, Johnston County Public Schools

The 2026 Leadership Conference last week was a tremendous success!

Our administrators and staff are returning to their schools stronger together, with new ideas and valuable tools to help lead their school communities to continued success!

Here is a look back at a week full of collaboration, learning, and leadership: https://bit.ly/4gL03xK

#LeadForward
#StrongerTogether
#JCPSForward

28 days ago, Johnston County Public Schools

Looking for a new, rewarding job that makes a difference today while impacting the future? We have various job openings that will allow you to become a part of a wonderful team and make a difference in the lives of many!

Join us this Wednesday, July 22nd, 2026, at 2 PM for our Welcome Wednesdays session, an open-door approach to assisting individuals aspiring to become a part of the JCPS team!

Welcome Wednesdays is a hands-on, in-person opportunity for individuals to receive assistance with applications and to ask questions about the various job openings we have within the district.

See you soon!

28 days ago, Johnston County Public Schools