River Valley Academy News

Social Media Safety April 21, 2026 7-8PM

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Are your kids truly safe online? Today’s digital world is constantly changing—and keeping up can feel overwhelming. This important session will give you the tools and knowledge you need to help protect your children. Join this informational virtual event hosted by Alisha Meneely, Government and Community Outreach Director for the Michigan Child Protection Registry.

Join the Live Presentation 4/21 at 7:00 pm sponsored by Rockford Education Foundation. Stay Informed, Empowered and One Step Ahead.

Juniors MME Testing Is Fast Approaching

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 05:00:00 GMT

The Michigan Merit Exam for Michigan juniors consists of 3 assessments including the SAT, M-Step, and WIN assessments.

The SAT will be given on Wednesday, April 15. The M-Step tests in science and social studies will be given on April 16 and 17, and the WIN test of work readiness will be given on April 22.

Please make sure your student is at RVA by 7:45 am on these dates to complete these important Michigan assessments as they are required for graduation!

Superintendent Sub for a Day!

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT

With a $10 donation to REF (Rockford Educational Foundation), you can nominate your favorite teacher to win a day off! Each monthly winner gets a day off, January - May 2026!

All proceeds benefit REF's educational grant program. Multiple entries accepted. Visit the REF website to enter!

Technology

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 19:41:00 GMT

What if I want my student to use an RPS Chromebook instead of a device from home?

If you would like your student to borrow a Chromebook from RPS, please read the RPS Technology Plan.

What about a laptop? Do I need to provide one?

RPS high schools follow a 1:1 format where each student is expected to bring a device to school, fully charged.

Also, please note the Student Device Management information regarding fees for damaged devices.

Bus Information

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 19:39:00 GMT

How do I know what time the bus comes if I need it?

Busing information including bus number, bus stop location, and pick-up times will be available in Family Access.

Students will ride the listed bus to the Rockford Freshman Center, where they will get on bus #77, the RVA shuttle bus. The shuttle bus leaves RFC between 7:25 and 7:30 AM. After school, the shuttle bus will pick students up at RVA at 2:18 pm and drop them at the RHS 10-12 building where they will catch the bus that takes them home.