Principal Follis' Message

🌟 Welcome Back to School! 🌟
 

Dear Riverside Middle School Ramily,

Welcome BAAAA-ck! 🐏 The halls are ready, the classrooms are buzzing with excitement, and our staff cannot wait to welcome our Rams for another incredible year. As we begin the 2026–2027 school year, we are proud to embrace our new theme:

✨ Dream Big. Work Hard. Make It Happen. ✨

At Riverside Middle School, we believe every student has unlimited potential. Dreams give us direction, hard work builds our path, and determination helps us turn goals into reality. This year, we challenge every Ram to set ambitious goals, embrace challenges, and discover just how much they can achieve.

💭 Dream Big: There Are No Limits to What You Can Become 💭

Every great accomplishment starts with a dream. Whether students aspire to become scientists, artists, athletes, teachers, engineers, entrepreneurs, or leaders in their communities, we want them to know that their future is filled with possibilities. At RMS, we encourage students to think beyond what is and imagine what could be. Dreaming big isn't just encouraged—it's expected!

💪 Work Hard: Success Doesn't Happen by Accident 💪

Dreams require effort, perseverance, and dedication. Our teachers are committed to providing engaging lessons, meaningful learning experiences, and the support students need to grow academically and personally. We will challenge students to give their best effort, learn from mistakes, and continue moving forward even when the work becomes difficult. Growth happens when we push ourselves beyond our comfort zones.

🏆 Make It Happen: Turning Goals into Reality 🏆

The difference between a dream and an accomplishment is action. Through goal-setting, accountability, and determination, our students will learn that they have the power to create their own success stories. Every completed assignment, every act of kindness, every practice, performance, and achievement moves them one step closer to making their dreams a reality.

🐏 Ramily Strong: Together We Achieve More 🐏

Success is never a solo journey. Parents, guardians, family members, teachers, staff, and community members all play an important role in supporting our students. Thank you for partnering with us as we create a positive, safe, and supportive learning environment where every child can thrive. Together, we will continue to inspire confidence, celebrate growth, and encourage one another every step of the way.

🎉 Get RampED Up for an Amazing Year! 🎉

This year is filled with opportunities to learn, lead, create, compete, perform, serve, and grow. Through our academics, clubs, athletics, Renaissance celebrations, and countless school activities, students will have opportunities to discover their passions and develop the skills needed for future success.

As we begin this new school year, remember:

✨ Dream Big.
💪 Work Hard.
🚀 Make It Happen.

Let's make the 2026–2027 school year our best one yet. We are excited to see all that our Rams will accomplish!

With Ram Pride, 
Elizabeth Follis
Principal, Riverside Middle School