Hello River Families

Hundreds of RHL students have been accessing our no cost / no charge meals this year.  These meals are funded by a grant from the USDA and it was awarded to us based on the percentage of students that qualify for free or reduced prices meals also known as Child Nutrition Eligibility & Education Benefit

We are currently at 24% 

We need to be at 30% 

If we reach that mark again this year the grant will be extended for the next 4 years.  If we do not, meal charges will return next year.    

Please check the family income requirements and fill out an application in Qmaltiv or download and print an application. Please note that even if your child has qualified for free meals in the past, you will still need to reapply.

Thank you for your attention to this matter - it is good for the RHL community

Also note: It's not just food!  If your family qualifies for Child Nutrition Eligibility & Education Benefit it also covers other fees charged by the school like field trips, athletic fees and tests like PSAT, ACT and SAT and more.    

RHL Cafeteria Expectations
For Students & Parents/Families

2025–2026

At RHL, we want every student’s lunchtime to be a safe, positive, and enjoyable part of the school day. To help make that happen, we have a few simple expectations in place so that our cafeteria stays clean, calm, and welcoming for everyone.

During Breakfast & Lunch:

• Please stay seated for at least 10 minutes so everyone has time to enjoy their meal.

• Kindergarten students should stay with their parents or adult supervisor throughout lunch.

• Students in Grades 1–4 may head out to recess after 10 minutes, but only after notifying a parent or adult supervisor.
  

  A few friendly reminders:

• Stay seated while eating your lunch.

• Please walk—no running in the cafeteria. (Running can lead to slips, spills, or bumps!)

• Use indoor voices so everyone can enjoy a calm environment.

• When you're finished eating, remember to:

  • Clean up your area—return your tray and throw away trash.

  • Use the soapy water spray bottles and towels provided to wipe down your table.

  As lunch winds down:

• With multiple groups using the cafeteria each day, it’s important that we all help with a smooth transition. Around the 5-minute mark before the end of lunch, students and supervisors should begin getting ready to leave and help with final clean-up.

Thanks for helping us keep the RHL cafeteria a safe and happy place for all!

RHL Parking Lot Procedures: Safety and Efficiency

Our parking lot is shared by River HomeLink, Maple Grove Primary, and Battle Ground Virtual Academy. For safety reasons we recommend cooperation and attention to start and dismissal timing for each school are essential.

To keep our students and families safe, all drivers must follow RHL’s parking lot expectations during drop-off and pick-up.

• Drivers - Cell phones may not be used while driving or stopped along the curb.

• Drop off and pick up curbside only - Do not stop in the driving lanes.

• Use crosswalks and walkways - Never cross between vehicles.

• Prepare to exit and enter vehicles - Plan in advance students to exit and enter cars quickly and efficiently.

• After your student exits or enters the car, pull forward immediately to keep traffic moving.

Traffic Reminder:
All RHL family vehicles must enter from the East entrance. Entering from the West causes backups onto Eaton Boulevard and may result in citations from the Battle Ground Police Department.

Please review the attached map for correct entry and exit routes. Thank you for doing your part to keep our parking lot and campus safe and running smoothly!

Schedules

• RHL: 8:15 AM–3:00 PM (Pick-up completed by 3:20 PM)

• MGP: 9:00 AM–3:40 PM (Arrive for pick-up after 3:20 PM)

Don't have your orange badge? You can start your volunteer screening and get more information at this link RHL Parent Volunteer at RHL. We also need to submit a copy of your drivers license. Stop by the main office and we can make a copy for you.

We work hard to teach students the behavior expectations in each of our learning environments.  Please find the survey that applies to you and let us know how we are doing.   

K8 Student Survey HS Student Survey Family Survey

RHL Cell Phone Policy 

The board of directors has directed each school to adopt and implement the revised telecommunication devices policy (3245).  River HomeLink is adopting the following for our school.    

What students can do  

• Bring cellphones and other personal electronic devices to school, but they must be silenced and remain out of sight (e.g., in a backpack) during class time, unless the student has been given permission by a teacher or school administrator.

• Use cellphones and other personal electronic devices on school grounds before the beginning of the school day and after, during passing times and lunch and during emergency situations.

What students can't do

• Use cellphones and other personal electronic devices during class time, unless given permission by a teacher or school administrator for instructional or educational purposes and usage is monitored.

• Send, share, view or possess content that violates district policies.

• Take photos of or record other students without their explicit permission.

Discipline

Students who violate the cellphone policy will be subject to progressive disciplinary action up to and including confiscation of their phone/device and/or losing the privilege of bringing it onto school property. If a school chooses to confiscate the phone, they are required to ensure the security of the device. A school may require a parent/guardian to pick the phone up at the end of the school day.

• Initial offense: Student is warned and reminded of the rules.

• Repeat offenses:

  • The student’s mobile device will be confiscated and returned to the student at the end of the day.

  • Parents or guardians will be notified.

  • A meeting may be held with the student and their parent/guardian to discuss a success plan if excessive offenses continue.

  • The district may administer appropriate interventions and student discipline.

Aspire Highly Capable Program - Referral Window Open!

We are excited to announce that the Aspire Highly Capable Program is now accepting referrals for testing! Aspire is our highly capable/gifted education program designed to support students who demonstrate advanced academic abilities or potential.

Referral window: Wednesday, October 8th - Friday, December 5, 2025. Submissions must be received by December 5th to ensure your child is assessed.

Who can be referred: Any student can be referred for testing. However, only students with written parental consent will be invited to take the test.

Testing dates: December 2025 - February 2026

Program Start: Students identified through testing will begin receiving services in the 2026 - 2027 school year.

MIDDLE SCHOOL referral form

PRIMARY SCHOOL referral form

For more information, please see the Battle Ground Public Schools website Aspire Highly Capable Program. 

SPANISH

Programa Aspire Para Estudiantes Altamente Capacitados - ¡Ya está abierto el plazo de inscripción!

Estamos muy contentos de anunciar que el programa Aspire para estudiantes altamente capacitados ya está aceptando inscripciones para las pruebas. Aspire es nuestro programa educativo para estudiantes altamente capacitados o superdotados, diseñado para apoyar a los estudiantes que demuestran habilidades o potencial académico avanzado.

Plazo de inscripción: del miércoles 8 de octubre al viernes 5 de diciembre de 2025. Las solicitudes deben recibirse antes del 5 de diciembre para garantizar que su hijo sea evaluado.

Quiénes pueden ser referidos:  cualquier estudiante puede ser referido para las pruebas. Sin embargo, solo los estudiantes con el consentimiento por escrito de los padres serán invitados a realizar la prueba.

Fechas de las pruebas: diciembre de 2025 - febrero de 2026

Inicio del programa: los estudiantes identificados a través de las pruebas comenzarán a recibir los servicios en el año escolar 2026-2027.

MIDDLE SCHOOL referral form

PRIMARY SCHOOL referral form

Para obtener más información, consulte el sitio web de las Escuelas Públicas de Battle Ground, Programa Aspire para alumnos altamente capacitados:  Aspire Highly Capable Program. 

RUSSIAN

Программа "Aspire" для одаренных детей — открыт прием заявлений!

Мы рады объявить, что программа "Aspire" для одаренных детей теперь принимает заявления на тестирование! "Aspire" — это образовательная программа для одаренных детей, разработанная для поддержки учащихся, демонстрирующих высокие академические способности или потенциал.

Срок подачи заявлений: со среды, 8 октября, по пятницу, 5 декабря 2025 года. Для того чтобы ваш ребенок смог пройти тестирование, заявления должны быть получены до 5 декабря 

Кто может быть направлен: любой ученик может быть направлен на тестирование. Однако только ученики, имеющие письменное согласие родителей, будут приглашены на тестирование.

Даты тестирования: декабрь 2025 г. — февраль 2026 г.

Начало работы программы: ученики, отобранные по результатам тестирования, начнут получать услуги в 2026–2027 учебном году.

MIDDLE SCHOOL referral form

PRIMARY SCHOOL referral form

Для получения дополнительной информации посетите веб-сайт Battle Ground Public Schools Aspire Highly Capable Program.

• November 7: ASB Popcorn and Pajamas Family Night

• November 11: Veterans Day - Non Student Attendance

• November 12: PTO Pie Pick up

• November 18: Holiday Bazaar & Junior Market

• November 26-28: Thanksgiving Break