Dear Riverwalk Academy Families,
I want to share an update regarding school operations for Tuesday.
While many of the main roads in our area are clear, we continue to have concerns about untreated neighborhood and back roads, particularly with temperatures expected to drop overnight. These conditions increase the risk of refreezing, which can create hazardous driving conditions early in the morning, especially for student drivers, families, and staff traveling from multiple directions.
Out of an abundance of caution, and with safety as our top priority, Riverwalk Academy will operate on an eLearning Day on Tuesday.
Our team did spend several hours on campus clearing and preparing sidewalks and driveways so that we are ready for a safe return as soon as conditions allow.
We recognize that decisions like this can create challenges, and we truly appreciate your understanding and partnership as we prioritize the safety of our entire school community. We look forward to welcoming everyone back to campus as soon as it is safe to do so.
Thank you for your continued flexibility and support.
Warm regards,
Mr. Carroll
Family Engagement and Marketing Coordinator
I want to share an update regarding school operations for Tuesday.
While many of the main roads in our area are clear, we continue to have concerns about untreated neighborhood and back roads, particularly with temperatures expected to drop overnight. These conditions increase the risk of refreezing, which can create hazardous driving conditions early in the morning, especially for student drivers, families, and staff traveling from multiple directions.
Out of an abundance of caution, and with safety as our top priority, Riverwalk Academy will operate on an eLearning Day on Tuesday.
Our team did spend several hours on campus clearing and preparing sidewalks and driveways so that we are ready for a safe return as soon as conditions allow.
We recognize that decisions like this can create challenges, and we truly appreciate your understanding and partnership as we prioritize the safety of our entire school community. We look forward to welcoming everyone back to campus as soon as it is safe to do so.
Thank you for your continued flexibility and support.
Warm regards,
Mr. Carroll
Family Engagement and Marketing Coordinator
Dear Riverwalk Academy Families,
Due to this weekend’s record snowfall and the resulting unsafe driving conditions, Riverwalk Academy will operate on an eLearning Day on Monday, February 2.
In preparation, our teachers sent assignments home with students on Friday. For middle and high school students, those assignments will also be posted in Google Classroom by 9:00 a.m. on Monday. As a reminder, students will have up to five days to complete and submit their work. Teachers will be available throughout the day to support students as needed.
If you have any questions, please reach out to your child’s teacher or building administrator:
Elementary: Ms. McCray
Middle School: Dr. Dempsey
High School: Mr. Ball
Special Education: Ms. Mitchell
Thank you for your continued partnership and flexibility as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
Warm regards,
Mr. Carroll
Family Engagement and Marketing Coordinator
Due to this weekend’s record snowfall and the resulting unsafe driving conditions, Riverwalk Academy will operate on an eLearning Day on Monday, February 2.
In preparation, our teachers sent assignments home with students on Friday. For middle and high school students, those assignments will also be posted in Google Classroom by 9:00 a.m. on Monday. As a reminder, students will have up to five days to complete and submit their work. Teachers will be available throughout the day to support students as needed.
If you have any questions, please reach out to your child’s teacher or building administrator:
Elementary: Ms. McCray
Middle School: Dr. Dempsey
High School: Mr. Ball
Special Education: Ms. Mitchell
Thank you for your continued partnership and flexibility as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
Warm regards,
Mr. Carroll
Family Engagement and Marketing Coordinator
We would love to hear more about why you chose us as your students home for academic and character growth! There are a lot of other schools that you could be a part of, maybe they are closer to home, maybe they have a bigger campus, but you choose to come to Riverwalk Academy. We are truly thankful for that. Share YOUR why below! #NSCW2026 #riverwalkacademy #schoolchoiceweek #prideineverystep #whatisyourwhy #projectbasedlearning
Thank you Mack Wallace for serving on our board and being so intentional about your desires for Riverwalk Academy! #NationalSchoolBoardMonth #PrideinEveryStep #RiverwalkAcademy #PowerofthePride #TeamandFamily
Forms were sent out on the 26th to all current Riverwalk Families, so make sure you get them back by February 6th to reserve your spot for next year!
Dear Parents and Staff,
I hope this message finds you well. This is to inform you that school will operate on a regular schedule tomorrow.
All classes, services, and activities will follow their normal start and end times. Please ensure that students arrive on time and are prepared for a full day of instruction.
Additionally, this is a reminder that students will have five (5) school days, beginning tomorrow, to turn in their e‑learning packets.
Thank you for your continued flexibility and support. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact your student's administrator or teacher.
We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow!
Sincerely,
Mr. Carroll
Family Engagement Coordinator
I hope this message finds you well. This is to inform you that school will operate on a regular schedule tomorrow.
All classes, services, and activities will follow their normal start and end times. Please ensure that students arrive on time and are prepared for a full day of instruction.
Additionally, this is a reminder that students will have five (5) school days, beginning tomorrow, to turn in their e‑learning packets.
Thank you for your continued flexibility and support. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact your student's administrator or teacher.
We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow!
Sincerely,
Mr. Carroll
Family Engagement Coordinator
Dear Riverwalk Academy Families,
I hope you are doing well and staying warm. I’m writing to share an important update regarding Tuesday.
While road conditions improved throughout the day today, temperatures are expected to drop below freezing this evening and remain below freezing through noon on Tuesday. With moisture still present on roadways, these conditions create a high risk of refreezing and black ice, particularly on neighborhood roads, bridges, and during the early morning commute.
Out of an abundance of caution, and with the safety of our students, families, and staff as our top priority, Riverwalk Academy will continue with an eLearning Day on Tuesday.
Students should follow the same eLearning procedures used today. If internet access is a challenge, students will have five (5) school days to complete assignments once we return to campus. If you have any questions, please reach out to your child’s teacher or an administrator.
We will continue to monitor conditions closely and will communicate clearly regarding our plan to return to in-person learning as soon as it is safe to do so.
Thank you for your flexibility, understanding, and continued partnership.
Stay safe and warm,
Warm regards,
Chris Carroll
Family Engagement Coordinator
I hope you are doing well and staying warm. I’m writing to share an important update regarding Tuesday.
While road conditions improved throughout the day today, temperatures are expected to drop below freezing this evening and remain below freezing through noon on Tuesday. With moisture still present on roadways, these conditions create a high risk of refreezing and black ice, particularly on neighborhood roads, bridges, and during the early morning commute.
Out of an abundance of caution, and with the safety of our students, families, and staff as our top priority, Riverwalk Academy will continue with an eLearning Day on Tuesday.
Students should follow the same eLearning procedures used today. If internet access is a challenge, students will have five (5) school days to complete assignments once we return to campus. If you have any questions, please reach out to your child’s teacher or an administrator.
We will continue to monitor conditions closely and will communicate clearly regarding our plan to return to in-person learning as soon as it is safe to do so.
Thank you for your flexibility, understanding, and continued partnership.
Stay safe and warm,
Warm regards,
Chris Carroll
Family Engagement Coordinator
We hope our pride is staying warm! Check out our newest newsletter for all of your Riverwalk Academy updates! https://app.smore.com/n/47tmq
Monday, Jan. 26 is an eLearning Day for all Riverwalk Academy students and staff. Teachers will share assignments directly. Please check your email. Stay safe and warm.
This Just In: Riverwalk Academy will be closed on Monday for an E-Learning day due to the icy conditions. More info coming to your inboxes soon! Stay warm and safe, and reach out to us if you need anything!
Dear Riverwalk Academy Families,
I hope you are doing well. I’m writing to keep you informed as we closely monitor the weather forecast for this weekend, which includes the potential for a winter storm with freezing temperatures and possible ice that could lead to unsafe driving conditions and power outages.
Our administrative team is actively tracking conditions and preparing for multiple scenarios to ensure the safety of our students, staff, and families. Depending on how the weather develops, there is a possibility that we may need to implement an e-Learning Day early next week. No decision has been made at this time; however, we want families to know that we are planning ahead and will communicate clearly and promptly if a change to the school schedule becomes necessary.
As always, any decision regarding school operations will be made with safety as our top priority. We will share updates through our usual communication channels should conditions warrant adjustments.
In the meantime, we encourage families to take a few simple steps to stay safe and prepared during winter weather and potential power outages:
Dress in layers and limit time outdoors during extremely cold temperatures.
Check on elderly neighbors or family members who may need additional support.
Keep phones and devices charged, and have flashlights and extra batteries readily available.
Let faucets drip slightly and open cabinet doors to help prevent frozen pipes.
If using space heaters or fireplaces, follow all safety guidelines and never leave them unattended.
Additional winter weather safety information can be found on the SC Emergency Managment’s website.
Thank you for your partnership and flexibility as we navigate the winter weather season together. We appreciate your trust and will continue to keep you informed as conditions evolve.
Stay warm and safe,
~Mr. Chris Carroll,
Family Engagement & Marketing Coordinator
I hope you are doing well. I’m writing to keep you informed as we closely monitor the weather forecast for this weekend, which includes the potential for a winter storm with freezing temperatures and possible ice that could lead to unsafe driving conditions and power outages.
Our administrative team is actively tracking conditions and preparing for multiple scenarios to ensure the safety of our students, staff, and families. Depending on how the weather develops, there is a possibility that we may need to implement an e-Learning Day early next week. No decision has been made at this time; however, we want families to know that we are planning ahead and will communicate clearly and promptly if a change to the school schedule becomes necessary.
As always, any decision regarding school operations will be made with safety as our top priority. We will share updates through our usual communication channels should conditions warrant adjustments.
In the meantime, we encourage families to take a few simple steps to stay safe and prepared during winter weather and potential power outages:
Dress in layers and limit time outdoors during extremely cold temperatures.
Check on elderly neighbors or family members who may need additional support.
Keep phones and devices charged, and have flashlights and extra batteries readily available.
Let faucets drip slightly and open cabinet doors to help prevent frozen pipes.
If using space heaters or fireplaces, follow all safety guidelines and never leave them unattended.
Additional winter weather safety information can be found on the SC Emergency Managment’s website.
Thank you for your partnership and flexibility as we navigate the winter weather season together. We appreciate your trust and will continue to keep you informed as conditions evolve.
Stay warm and safe,
~Mr. Chris Carroll,
Family Engagement & Marketing Coordinator
Thank you to our Board Chair and Riverwalk parent, Mike Riddle for his leadership and dedication to making Riverwalk a school community focused on the growth of our students as well as our school and local communities. #RiverwalkAcademy #BoardAppreciationMonth #PrideinEveryStep #ThankYou
You've raised over $1000! We all want to see Dr. Dempsey take the plunge, so donate today to get us to our goal!!! click the link to donate today! https://www.classy.org/team/794770
In continuing with the recognition of our Board members, thank you Ms. Contri for your time and service to Riverwalk Academy!
Thank you for another wonderful week at Riverwalk Academy! It's hard to believe we are only two weeks away from February! There is still plenty going on this month so click here to get all the info: https://app.smore.com/n/qzctd
BIG BIG Shoutout to Scooters Coffee for bringing by some amazing drinks to get us through our Friday! They were donated in celebration of their newest location in Newport, which just happens to be only 2 miles from the school, and opening in the very very near future. Thank you!
Just a friendly reminder that campus will be closed on Monday in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
January is School Board Appreciation Month and we want to take the opportunity to highlight our own Riverwalk Academy Board for how they help guide, cultivate, and lead our school. Thank you, Adelle Spears for what you do and how you thoughtfully serve our pride!
