Paula Thompson, RN School Nurse Health Services Coordinator River Forest Community School Corporation Phone: 219-962-7551 ext 3011 Fax: 219-962-8338 Email: pthompson@rfcsc.k12.in.us _______________________________________________________________________________________________ Updated CSC ISDH Back to School Guidelines for K-12 Schools (updated... READ MORE >
Food Supply Chains are Affecting all Schools in Indiana (and the Nation). READ MORE >
In accordance with the governor’s executive orders which changed the quarantine protocols in the State of Indiana, River Forest Community Schools will be enacting a mask mandate until further notice. This mask mandate will become effective at the end of the day today, September 3, 2021, and remain in effect until further notice. This mandate will benefit all... READ MORE >
Please take a few minutes to review the updated RFCSC Return to Learn Clarification and Outline AUG 19 Update (updated 8/19/21) READ MORE >
River Forest Elementary Return to Learn and Acceleration Plan 21-22 River Forest Middle and High Return to Learn and Acceleration Plan 21-22 READ MORE >
Please take a few minutes to review the updated RFCSC COVID Response Plans linked below:2021/22 RFCSC COVID Response Plan - English (8.11.2021) 2021/22 School COVID Response Plan - Spanish (8.11.2021) READ MORE >
RFCSC Return to Learn Clarification and Outline UPDATED 8.19.21 READ MORE >
Meisters Kindergarten Orientation will take place on Thursday, August 12th at 12 pm. Please view the attached flyer for additional information. READ MORE >
Please join us for Meisters Back To School Night on August 17th from 5:30-6:30 pm. READ MORE >
River Forest Middle and High Return to Learn and Acceleration Plan 2021-22 READ MORE >
River Forest Elementary Return to Learn and Acceleration Plan 2021-22 READ MORE >
Please click here to view the 2021-22 New Student Registration Flyer READ MORE >
Please click here for the permission slip and additional information. READ MORE >
Please click here for information on the RFCSC 2021-2022 Elementary Virtual School. READ MORE >
If you have not already done so please take a few minutes to complete the Free and Reduced Meal Price Application Form. Eligibility Guidelines READ MORE >
RFCSC plans for students to return for in-person learning on Monday, January 11th, 2021 if parents/guardians have selected that learning option. Please click the links below to read the Superintendents letter.EnglishSpanish READ MORE >
Seniors Important information about Istep Testing!Information for Seniors who have not passed Istep.Click HERE READ MORE >
Lake County Covid-19 Testing Site at Polk ElementaryLake County Covid-19 Testing Flyer-EnglishLake County Covid-19 Testing Flyer- Spanish READ MORE >
Lake County Positivity Rate READ MORE >
11.11.20 Continued Virtual Learning-English11.11.20 Continued Virtual Learning-Spanish READ MORE >
P-EBT cards are still in the process of being mailed out to our student’s families. RFCSC does not have any role in the mailing out of the cards nor any additional information other than what is listed in this FAQ provided by Indiana’s FSSA.The P-EBT cards should arrive at your home by the end of November. RF provided student addresses to the Indiana FSSA on... READ MORE >
10.28.20 Pause to in-person learning RF (English)10.28.20 Pause to in-person learning RF (Spanish) READ MORE >
Beyond 4 Walls Christian Center FREE FOOD GIVEAWAY READ MORE >
The River Forest Food Service department is excited to announce that starting Thursday, September 24th, 2020 ALL River Forest Students will receive Free breakfast and lunch!! The USDA extended waivers allowing School Nutrition Programs to provide nutritious meals to all students both in-school and E-Learners under the Summer Feeding Program. We will be continuing... READ MORE >
Letter from the Health Services Coordinator - EnglishLetter from the Health Services Coordinator - Spanish READ MORE >
Evans Plan A Return to School Information English/Spanish Letter READ MORE >
Superintendent Return to School Letter EnglishSuperintendent Return to School Letter SpanishAdjusted 2020-2021 School Calendar 9.8.20 READ MORE >
Board Public Work Session & Board Meeting Information Please see the links below: Board Public Work Session Notice 9.8.20 Executive Session 9.8.20 Board Meeting Agenda 9.8.20 READ MORE >
Hello River Forest families!Please take a moment to answer this short survey about how our Food Service Department can meet your family's needs during distance learning. Please respond by Tuesday, September 1 at 1:00 pm so we can plan for the coming week. Please click here to take the survey (English)Please click here to take the survey (Spanish) READ MORE >
Please click here to join the Evans VIRTUAL Back to School Night! Monday, August 24 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. READ MORE >
Evans Meet the Teacher/Book Distribution Monday, August 24 Drive up to Evans on Monday, August 24 to meet your teacher and pick up your books/supplies for school. Teachers will be stationed in the bus circle according to the following schedule: Grade 1 12:00-1:00 Grade 2 1:00-2:00 Grade 3 2:00-3:00 Grade 4 3:00-4:00 Grade 5 ... READ MORE >
River Forest Families in NeedPastor Maurice White and the Beyond 4 Walls Christian Center have partnered with the USDA’s Farm To Family Program to distribute 750 boxes of food each week and the program has been extended through next year. Every Thursday at 11 am, 750 boxes of food are given away to families in need, on a first come, first served basis. There is no... READ MORE >
RF Delayed Start of School Superintendent Letter 8.11.20RF Delayed Start of School Superintendent Letter 8.11.20 (Spanish) READ MORE >
Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Resources Paula Thompson, RN School NurseHealth Services CoordinatorRiver Forest Community School CorporationPhone: 219-962-7551 ext 3011Fax: 219-962-8338Email: pthompson@rfcsc.k12.in.us _______________________________________________________________________________________________ 2021/22 School COVID Plan - English 2021/22... READ MORE >
August 7, 2020 Dear Stakeholders of River Forest High School and River Forest Middle School: The River Forest Community School District will be opening virtually for the 2020-2021 school year. The River Forest School Board has committed to each student having a Chromebook issued by its school for e- learning. Chromebook distribution will be on August... READ MORE >
Dear River Forest Parents and Community,In a special board meeting that was held on August 4th, the River Forest Board of Trustees voted to begin the new school year by utilizing our Virtual Learning format for all students. The Virtual Learning format will remain in place through September 11, 2020. On September 8th, 2020 the River Forest Board will reconvene to... READ MORE >
Hello RFCSC Families,Below you will find the mandatory 2020-21 Enrollment Choice Response. In this survey you will select your child's enrollment option for the 2020-2021 school year (Plan A - At School, or Plan B - eLearning). It is imperative that you complete this survey ASAP so that we can prepare for the coming year. Click here to complete the 2020-2021... READ MORE >
RFCSC Special Board Meeting7:00pm August 4, 2020Facebook Live READ MORE >
To parents of high school athletes: Athletic practices will resume on Monday, July 27th. As an extra precaution, we will follow guidelines in Phase One of the Athletics Return to Play Plan and will advance phases as safety permits. Your assistance is needed to help keep practices as safe as possible. Please do not allow your child to attend practice if they... READ MORE >
Hello RF Elementary Families! Please click here to gain a better understanding of the Elementary Enrollment Choices for the 2020-2021 School. (English) A Day in the Life of an Elementary Student (Spanish)Elementary Choices Explained (Spanish) READ MORE >
Good afternoon River Forest Middle and High School Families, Please see the attached documents detailing the MS and HS phased return plan along with frequently asked questions. HS-MS Re-opening FAQ River Forest MS & HS Phase 1-4 Color READ MORE >
RFCSC Continuous Learning Plan Indiana COVID-19 Testing Sites COVID-19 and School Closure (Click here for Spanish) Historically, schools have considered closing when experiencing flu outbreaks if absenteeism approaches 20 percentWhile closing schools can slow the spread of the virus, it creates a significant hardship for working parents/guardiansThe decision... READ MORE >
Dear RFCSC Families, Even with safety steps in place, some students/families who are considered vulnerable due to a medical condition may need to continue distance learning or other accommodations. Talk with your healthcare provider to determine if your child can safely attend a regular school schedule and then communicate with the school nurse. If you need... READ MORE >
Dear River Forest High School Athletes and Families, River Forest schools have been in close communication with the Lake County Board ofHealth, Porter County Officials, state officials, and local school districts. We have receivednotification of an increase in COVID-19 positive test cases in our community andneighboring communities. There has also been an increase... READ MORE >
RFCSC Virtual Board Meeting READ MORE >
River Forest Families and Staff,On Monday, July 13, 2020, all of the Lake County School Superintendents havereleased the joint letter linked below with highlights for the reopening of our schools. On Wednesday July 15th River Forest will release our Return to Learn Plan to the public.Lake County Family Letter (English)Lake Co Family Letter (Spanish) READ MORE >
RFCSC Special Board MeetingJune 30, 20205 PM READ MORE >
Dear River Forest Families, Recently, the Indiana Department of Education and Governor Holcomb announced that Indiana Schools would be ready to re-open in the fall, for the 2020-2021 school year. The Department of Education listed guidelines for schools to review in their planning process. At River Forest, we have been working with area school districts and the... READ MORE >
River Forest Students and Families, I hope this message finds you healthy, and I wish you all the best of luck as you are navigating this difficult time and trying to plan for the upcoming school year. It has been a challenge for us to adjust to all of this, too. The library is currently offering curbside pick-up for holds, and we will soon be open for limited... READ MORE >
Dear Parent/Guardians of Non-Resident Students: Thank you for your interest in the River Forest Community School Corporation (RFCSC). Applications for the enrollment of eligible Indiana residents, who live outside the RFCSC district boundaries, are being accepted through July 31, 2020. Application for 2020-21 Continuing Tuition Students Application for 2021-21... READ MORE >
June 9, 2020 River Forest Community School Corporation Board MeetingExecutive Session 6 pmBoard Meeting (Virtual) 7 pm READ MORE >
Special Board Meeting May 27, 2020 Executive Session at 5 pm Special Board Meeting (Virtual) at 6 pm READ MORE >
The Boys & Girls Club is excited to announce the launch of their new Club Connect resources for Club members and their parents. These services are available to Club members only, however, parents can register their child(ren) for Club membership remotely, if they’d like to take advantage of our Club Connect support resources. Club membership is $40, per year, and... READ MORE >
Date: May 6, 2020Time: 1:00 - 3:00 pmLocation: High School Main Entrance (Door A)RFHS Class of 2020 graduation delivery for graduation products including caps and gowns has been scheduled for a "Drive-Thru" event on Wednesday, May 6th from 1pm-3pm. The delivery will take place outside the Main Entrance (Door A) at the High School. For the safety of all involved... READ MORE >
River Forest Parent Information Guide- April 16, 2020 COVID-19 Impact on Schools- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) April 16, 2020 Dear River Forest Students, Families, and Staff, I hope that you are all staying safe, healthy, and strong. I am thankful and proud of the work that our Food Service and Custodial Workers have done to help us with our grab and go... READ MORE >
River Forest Parent Information Guide- April 16, 2020 COVID-19 Impact on Schools- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) April 16, 2020 Dear River Forest Students, Families, and Staff, I hope that you are all staying safe, healthy, and strong. I am thankful and proud of the work that our Food Service and Custodial Workers have done to help us with our grab and go... READ MORE >
The Food Bank of Northwest Indiana’s Mobile Market is available to all Northwest Indiana residents in need of food assistance. Each Market will provide FREE grains, fruits, vegetables and protein to individuals and families. Please click here for more information: https://foodbanknwi.org/progra... READ MORE >
River Forest Families, Staff, and Community Members, Out of an abundance of caution and utilizing preemptive measures due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19), in collaboration with state and local authorities, the River Forest School Corporation will be closed starting Monday, March 16, 2020 through Friday, April 10, 2020. After closely monitoring the... READ MORE >
Familias, personal, y miembros de la comunidad de River Forest, Como precaución y utilizando medidas preventivas debido al Coronavirus (COVID-19), en colaboración con las autoridades estatales y locales, la Corporación Escolar River Forest estará cerrada desde el lunes 16 de marzo de 2020 hasta el viernes 10 de abril de 2020. . Después de vigilar cerca la... READ MORE >
JOIN DR. MCCORMICK & ICPE’S JOEL HAND LEGISLATION. ADVOCACY. ENGAGEMENT. RF High School Round Auditorium, February 27th at 6PM(enter the building through Door C) READ MORE >
September 24, 2019Today, it was reported that a student had a gun in school. Within minutes, administration located the student who admitted that he did bring a gun in to school. The weapon was located and the student was immediately isolated and turned over to local law enforcement. There were no threats made to the school, staff, or other students, still, the law... READ MORE >
Special Board Meeting on Tuesday, September 24, 2019 at 4:30 pm at the Administration Office, 3250 Michigan Street, Hobart, IN 46342 followed by an Executive Session at 4:45 pm. READ MORE >
The River Forest Community School Corporation Board of School Trustees will conduct a worksession in front of the public on Tuesday, September 10, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. in the River ForestInstructional Center, 3350 Indiana St., Hobart, IN 46342. Purposes of a Work Session The Board wishes to inform the public that the purpose of the work session is to... READ MORE >
SEA 390 Public Hearing of the River Forest Teachers Association and the River ForestCommunity School CorporationSeptember 12, 2019 at 3:30 PMRFHS Auditorium in the RoundRiver Forest High School,3300 Indiana StreetHobart, IN 46342Public testimony will be taken at this hearing pursuant to Indiana Code 20-29-6-1(a) regardingteacher compensation and collective bargaining. READ MORE >
River Forest dual-credit program offers a head start in college-level learning. READ MORE >
We're excited to bring you a new website and mobile apps to keep you up-to-date and informed! READ MORE >