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We Are River Birch!
Happy Summer, Orioles!
Watch your school's website in early July for back-to-school information. The first day back is Thursday, July 30. Between now and then, have a great summer break.
2025-26 Highlights
What a school year. Check out some of the highlights and celebrate with us.
Teacher & Support Staff of the Year
Jodelle Ashby and Esther Wood are our 2025-2026 Teacher and Support Staff of the Year.
2026-27 Enrollment Is Open
We're now registering resident and non-resident students entering preschool-12th grade.
Innovation + Impact
Hands-on elementary school STEM projects are also making a positive impact on the community.
We Are a Recognized ASCA Model Program School
We were recently informed that we have earned a 2025 Recognized ASCA Model Program designation.
Welcome to River Birch Elementary
My name is Gina Stepusin, and I am proud Principal of River Birch Elementary. Thank you for visiting!
At River Birch Elementary, we believe all belong, all learn, and all grow! At River Birch, we serve students in kindergarten through fifth grade. Our team strives to build strong relationships with students, families, and community because we believe it is vital to the success of each learner we serve. Together, we'll learn, lead, and make a difference for our students, families, and community.
What's happening at River Birch?
News & Updates
There are so many great things going on at River Birch. A few highlights are below. But, don't just take our word for it. Come in and see for yourself.
![Collage of smiling students and employees.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1779817441/avonschoolsorg/lqqfzagpuccrelwxiv18/2025-26Highlights1600x900px.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1779817441/avonschoolsorg/lqqfzagpuccrelwxiv18/2025-26Highlights1600x900px.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1779817441/avonschoolsorg/lqqfzagpuccrelwxiv18/2025-26Highlights1600x900px.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1779817441/avonschoolsorg/lqqfzagpuccrelwxiv18/2025-26Highlights1600x900px.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1779817441/avonschoolsorg/lqqfzagpuccrelwxiv18/2025-26Highlights1600x900px.png","width":1600}])
![At our April Schoolwide Convocation, our Culture Team taught students about the importance of teamwork. We appreciate our student leaders who modeled this meaningful trait. Be sure to ask your student if they have earned a Teamwork Leadership Ticket yet!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1778769064/avonschoolsorg/cyluwrwqxfcafdyzejfd/TeamworkThumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1778769064/avonschoolsorg/cyluwrwqxfcafdyzejfd/TeamworkThumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1778769064/avonschoolsorg/cyluwrwqxfcafdyzejfd/TeamworkThumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1778769064/avonschoolsorg/cyluwrwqxfcafdyzejfd/TeamworkThumbnail.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1778769064/avonschoolsorg/cyluwrwqxfcafdyzejfd/TeamworkThumbnail.png","width":1600}])
![Third grade students serving lemonade to classmates.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1779826509/avonschoolsorg/an4elisyorf3udrls7va/RBDrinkWarsSweet1600x900px.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1779826509/avonschoolsorg/an4elisyorf3udrls7va/RBDrinkWarsSweet1600x900px.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1779826509/avonschoolsorg/an4elisyorf3udrls7va/RBDrinkWarsSweet1600x900px.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1779826509/avonschoolsorg/an4elisyorf3udrls7va/RBDrinkWarsSweet1600x900px.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1779826509/avonschoolsorg/an4elisyorf3udrls7va/RBDrinkWarsSweet1600x900px.png","width":1600}])
![Collage of photos with retiring employees, the Board President, and Superintendent.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1779292109/avonschoolsorg/tt6gnkz3zr3udpy1jzwk/2026Retirees1600x900px.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1779292109/avonschoolsorg/tt6gnkz3zr3udpy1jzwk/2026Retirees1600x900px.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1779292109/avonschoolsorg/tt6gnkz3zr3udpy1jzwk/2026Retirees1600x900px.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1779292109/avonschoolsorg/tt6gnkz3zr3udpy1jzwk/2026Retirees1600x900px.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1779292109/avonschoolsorg/tt6gnkz3zr3udpy1jzwk/2026Retirees1600x900px.png","width":1600}])
![All skills volleyball camp flyer with female volleyball player spiking ball.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1779134742/avonschoolsorg/kqnesek4bvmqjgpdkqvx/AllSkillsVolleyballCamp261600x900px.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1779134742/avonschoolsorg/kqnesek4bvmqjgpdkqvx/AllSkillsVolleyballCamp261600x900px.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1779134742/avonschoolsorg/kqnesek4bvmqjgpdkqvx/AllSkillsVolleyballCamp261600x900px.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1779134742/avonschoolsorg/kqnesek4bvmqjgpdkqvx/AllSkillsVolleyballCamp261600x900px.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1779134742/avonschoolsorg/kqnesek4bvmqjgpdkqvx/AllSkillsVolleyballCamp261600x900px.png","width":1600}])
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