Denton ISD Our Impact In Your Community Magazine Fall 2017 | Page 8

Quick Look
Established: 1994 / Enrollment: 605 / Grades: PK - 5th
Key Stat: A consistent honoree in the City of Denton’s Sustainable Schools Program, the school’s students have
been recognized multiple times for their recycling prowess and eco-friendly culture
District Spotlight
Rivera Elementary School
Rivera Elementary is one of Denton ISD’s most culturally diverse
schools and builds on that with a welcoming and nurturing environment
for students and their families. The school offers academic instruction in
bilingual classrooms and uses technology-based programs such as Think
Through Math - where its students have twice been recognized for their
success in a national level competition - and Classworks to give students
unique ways to learn and understand various concepts.
Making a connection with students and their families is stressed at
the school, with staff members offering monthly Practical Parenting
Nights and Communities in Schools of North Texas working with
community volunteers to provide students with academic and social
support during and after school. Community partners see the value in
supporting Rivera as well with many local business and organizations
offering students rewards for attendance, academic success and good
citizenship as well as providing one-on-one mentoring.
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701 Newton Street • Denton, TX 76205 • 940-369-3800 • www.dentonisd.org/riveraes