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Ramily Weekly News -Week #6

Posted Date: 10/09/26 (02:05 PM)
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A banner for Riker Hill Elementary Ramily Weekly Update, week 6, October 9, 2026, featuring a cartoon ram mascot.

Mrs. Triana’s Ram Report

Happy October, Riker Hill Families! 

We had a fantastic first full week of October! Thank you to Ms. Byrne for organizing our Week of Respect activities and to the HSA for supporting Walk, Bike, or Roll to School Day.

Congratulations to our Grades 4–5 students who participated in the Student Council elections! We are proud of everyone who stepped up to lead.

As we continue building our Ramily culture, we look forward to our first Ramily Pods next week, where we will strengthen connections and reinforce the values and expectations that help every student succeed. 

A Small Change to Our Weekly News!

Beginning this week, our Ramily Weekly News will be shared on Fridays instead of Sunday evenings. Based on feedback, this change will give our Ramilies more time to review important updates and prepare for the week ahead. It will also help our office staff avoid potential technology issues over the weekend. Thank you for your feedback, flexibility, and continued support as we make small changes to better support our school community. 

We Are Ramily! ❤️🖤
Dana Triana, M.Ed.
Principal
 
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Celebrating Our Rams

Each week, our staff looks for classes demonstrating our Ramily Values—kindness, caring, respect, responsibility, friendliness, and safe choices.

Congratulations to this week’s shoutouts:

Mrs. Scheuplein/Bannon's 2nd grade class was so well-behaved during the fire drill on Tuesday. They showed respect by walking in and out of the building silently.

Students in Ms. Grecco's 5th grade homeroom worked hard on their projects and were very respectful to one another.  

Way to go, Rams! We are so proud of you!
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A large group of diverse elementary students poses in a classroom, with one child holding a "RAMS RECOGNITION" certificate and a school mascot standing in the background.
 

Ramily Tip for Home-Respectful Reads! 📚


This month, our Ramily Value is RESPECTFUL! 

Reading together is a great way to help children understand respect, kindness, manners, and appreciating differences.

Check out this week’s book suggestions from Ms. Caruso for stories that encourage children to listen to others, consider different perspectives, and treat everyone with respect.


A Little Respectful SPOT by Diane Alber 
Respect and Take Care of Things by Cheri J. Meiners
Do Unto Otters by Laruie Keller
Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon by Patty Lovell
This Is How We Play by Jessica Slice
You Me and Empathy by Jayneen Sanders
We All Have Value: A Story of Respect by Mari Schuh

Try asking at home: “What did a character do to show respect?” or “How can we show respect when we disagree?”

Let’s keep the conversations going at home and school as we practice the Ramily Way!
 
A cartoon ram wearing a safety vest waves, standing between a yellow school bus and a red car, with text that reads "Arrival & Dismissal".

Important Ram-inders

Dismissal Parking and Safety Reminders
As a reminder, families may park in the back parking lot during dismissal. Please help us keep everyone safe by following these important guidelines:
  • No double parking. Please park in designated spaces only.
  • Keep accessible parking spaces available. These spaces are reserved for those with a valid handicap parking placard or license plate. Please be respectful of those who rely on these spaces.
  • Keep the dumpster area clear. Do not park near or block the dumpsters.
  • Keep the corner past the back lot clear. Buses need enough space to turn and pass safely.
  • Do not move cones. They are in place to help maintain safe traffic flow.
  • Follow staff directions. Mr. Randy may be stationed near the lot when parking is full to help direct traffic.
Our priority is the safety of all students, families, and staff. Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work together to ensure a safe and smooth dismissal for everyone!

Have additional questions? Check the Ramily Handbook! It is your go-to resource for procedures, expectations, and important information throughout the school year.
 

Ram-ember These Dates- Upcoming Events


  • Liberty Drive ALL month long 
  • Monday, October 12- NO SCHOOL for students/ Teacher PD 
  • Wednesday, October 14- Ramily Pods -Wear RH/Red Apparel 
  • Thursday, October 15- 3rd Grade Trip 
  • Monday, October 19- HSA Meeting 7:15 via Zoom 

Visit https://rikerhill.livingston.org for more upcoming events!

Reminder: Every Friday is Riker Hill Spirit Day! 
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Ramily in the Community

Liberty Drive 
Our school community is coming together for an upcoming district-wide Community Drive! We are excited to support this effort and encourage all Riker Hill families to participate. For more information about the drive, please watch the short video created by our Student Council. Our students are excited to share more about the initiative and how our Ramily can get involved! District Parent Letter 

HSA Updates 
Get connected and support our school community by joining the Riker Hill Elementary HSA! Sign up today using our online link. Be sure to read the weekly emails and visit the site for more information on upcoming events like the Trunk OR Treat on October 29.  

Livingston Neighbors Helping Neighbors
LNHN is a local nonprofit that helps families in our community facing unexpected hardship. 

Please contact Tom Sadowski Phone: 973-535-7961, ext. 231; tsadowski@livingstonnj.org; or Jacqui Byrne,the School Counselor,  jbyrne@livingston.org.
 

'RAM-markable' Musician of the Month

Our 'RAM-markable' Musician of the Month program celebrates students who contribute to our music program not just with outstanding musical talent but also with great character and leadership. This October, we’re excited to recognize six outstanding musicians at Riker Hill. Beyond mastering their own instruments, these students go out of their way to support and encourage their peers every day.

 Congratulations to:

Chorus - Ayani Gupta
Chorus - Oliver Zhang
Orchestra - Ember Chen , Violin
Orchestra - Halle Ngyuen, Viola
Band - Julian Reiser, Saxophone
Band - Sofia Barrantes, Clarinet
 

Congratulations to one of our Riker Hill Artists!

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We are proud to share that one of our 5th Grade Rams, Rocco, was selected as one of 12 monthly winners in the Essex County Calendar Poster Contest last school year! His artwork is now featured in the January section of the calendar, with Riker Hill Elementary School proudly listed. Congratulations on this wonderful achievement!

First Grade Goes to Riamede Farm

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Mrs. Ayar's Class Spreads Respect & Kindness

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A classroom easel displays a poster titled "Kind Words Stick!" with yellow sticky notes attached.
 

A Week Full of Fun at Riker Hill!

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Thank you for being a part of the RH Ramily!



RIKER HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
📍 31 Blackstone Drive, Livingston, NJ 07039
✉️ dtriana@livingston.org 
📞 973.535.8000