MS/HS parents and guardians ~ please join us Wednesday at 6:00pm in the theater for a presentation from Jay Martin, Director of School Safety and Security for the Nebraska Department of Education. He will speak on digital platforms and A.I. — including social media, chatbots, and artificial intelligence — and discuss why building digital wisdom and resilience is essential for youth digital health and well-being. Attending this presentation will waive your student's iPad fee for the 2026-2027 school year.

about 2 hours ago, Wood River Schools
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🦅 WELCOME BACK, EAGLES! 💜

We can’t wait to see our students back in the halls, as we kick off a fantastic new school year! 📚

📢 PLEASE NOTE: EARLY DISMISSAL ON THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL

🕧 Wood River Elementary (WRE): 12:45PM
🕐 Middle School/High School (MS/HS): 1:00PM

Please make sure your after school plans are in place; ASP does not begin until Monday, August 17th. Bus routes will run after dismissal.
about 6 hours ago, Wood River Schools
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Wood River MS/HS Families ~ We are excited for the first day of school tomorrow! Reminder: we will be dismissing at 1:00 pm. We have a fun day planned; please read the following important information regarding the first day back. https://www.woodrivereagles.org/article/3068346
about 19 hours ago, Wood River Schools

🦅 Eagle Parents ~ We're excited to welcome you to our Fall Sports Parent Meeting on Thursday, August 13, at 6:00 PM. We will kick things off in the High School Commons. This is a wonderful opportunity for high school parents of fall athletes to connect, get informed, and support our students together. #GOEAGLES

about 22 hours ago, Wood River Schools
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L👀king forward to meeting all of our Little Eagles tonight at the annual Open House!
about 22 hours ago, Wood River Schools
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Youth Sports Sign-ups will be available at Open House tonight at WRE!
1 day ago, Mandi Morgan
Youth Sports Sign-ups
Hey parents! 🎒 As we gear up for the upcoming year, we want to make sure everyone stays safe, healthy, and ready to learn. The district website now includes a Health Information section, with essential guidelines and medical forms. Please take a few minutes to review the information and download any forms your child might need. Questions? Nurse Pam can help; email her at: pkimminau@wrrsd.org.
4 days ago, Wood River Schools
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Here is the link to the 2026 Wood River Football apparel store. The store closes Wednesday, August 12th at midnight! https://wr-football-26.itemorder.com/shop/home/
4 days ago, Austin Ruskamp
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Monday, August 10th, Fall Sports begin. Here is the season kickoff newsletter for the Cross Country team as we look forward to an exciting season.

Team store is open until Tuesday, August 18th. Pick up some apparel to support the Cross Country team this year. https://wr-xc-26.itemorder.com/shop/home/
4 days ago, Matt Cantrell
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This past week the cheerleaders traveled to Lincoln for a 4 day cheer camp. They came home with the following awards: 5 all American nominations, stunting award, spirit award, 3 superior ratings (band chant, situational cheer, and game day cheer), top team band chant, spirit stick for all 4 nights, and Mila Alvarez received a pin it forward award for her leadership and dedication to cheer. Great job ladies!
5 days ago, Abigail Mrkvicka
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Don't forget...fill out your free and reduced lunch application today! We encourage everyone to apply! Forms are available in the school offices, and online here: https://www.nlappscloud.com/Welcome.aspx?api=woodriverrsd

6 days ago, Wood River Schools
meals
There will be a meeting after school on Wednesday, August 12th in the HS Aux Gym for any boys in grades 7-8 interested in playing JH football. Practice starts on Thursday, August 13th. Please make sure your child has their physical and all required paperwork turned in. Go Eagles!
6 days ago, Jonah Bales
There will be a meeting after school on Wednesday, August 12th in the HS Aux Gym for any boys in grades 7-8 interested in playing JH football. Practice starts on Thursday, August 13th. Please make sure your child has their physical and all required paperwork turned in. Go Eagles!
🦅 Elementary School Families! Back-to-school season is officially here. Make sure these key dates are on your radar, as we prepare to head back to the classroom. See you all soon!
6 days ago, Wood River Schools
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Summer may be ending, but our teachers never stopped learning!

This summer, many of our staff taught summer school, completed graduate courses, attended conferences, and participated in professional learning—all to better serve our students.

We're proud of their dedication and can't wait to welcome everyone back for another great year of Working Hard, Building Community, and Leading the Way! 💜🦅

#WeAreWoodRiver
7 days ago, Terry Zessin
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Hey Middle School families! 👋 We can't wait to see you this Thursday, as we get ready for an amazing school year ahead! Just a quick heads-up: We will be handing out student iPads that night. To make sure your child gets theirs, please ensure your registration is submitted before atttending.

If you still need to fill out the paperwork, you can knock it out right here: https://eagle.paperform.co

📝See you all there!
7 days ago, Wood River Schools
MS info
Girls in grades 1-12! All shot trackers are due the first week of school. You can hand shot trackers in to Mrs. Woitaszewski. Go Eagles! 🏀🦅
8 days ago, Amber Woitaszewski
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Our new teachers are here and ready to get started. We are excited for a new year! #weAREwoodriver
8 days ago, Brenda Hirchert
New Teacher Orientation

⚠️ REMINDER⚠️

8 days ago, Wood River Schools
physicals
There will be a meeting after school on Wednesday, August 12th in the HS Commons for any girls in grades 7-8 interested in playing JH volleyball. Practice starts on Thursday, August 13th. Please make sure your child has their physical and all required paperwork turned in. Go Eagles! 🦅🏐
9 days ago, Amber Woitaszewski
JH Volleyball
Tomorrow is the 4th Annual Wood River Football Steak Feed and Raffle! Attached are the list of raffle items. There are limited tickets left available, please contact Coach Ruskamp (aruskamp@wrrsd.org) if you would like tickets!
10 days ago, Austin Ruskamp
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