January 16, 2026: Principal's Note

NO SCHOOL MONDAY, JAN. 19 – MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY 
KVUSD schools will be closed on Monday, January 19, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. As we honor Dr. King’s legacy, we reflect on his teachings of love, compassion, and treating every person with fairness and respect. These are values we strive to instill in our students every day as we work toward a more just and equitable future for all.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 21 – REGULAR DISMISSAL @ 2:05 PM 
Students will be dismissed at our regular time of 2:05 pm on Wednesday, Jan. 21. We'll return to our minimum Wednesday schedule the following week.

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT – FRIDAY, JAN. 23 
Riviera PTO wants to thank our Dragon Families for their support and celebrate 2026 together by hosting a free movie night with snacks included (while they last)!  Join us in the gym on Friday, Jan. 23, for “How to Train Your Dragon - Live Action.” Doors open at 5:00, with the movie starting at 5:30 pm. Bring your pillows and blankets, get cozy, and let’s train some dragons together!

REMINDERS 

• Sora Reading App – Thousands of books are available through your child's ClassLink account.
• Lost and Found – Please swing by the main office to check for any missing items.

LCOE ATTENDANCE CHALLENGE – MONTHLY DRAWINGS! 
We’re celebrating showing up and learning together! If your child has one day or less of absence each month, they're automatically entered into a drawing for awesome prizes during our monthly assemblies.  We know life happens, so even one missed day still gets you entered. Let's do our best to be here and learn together!

COUNSELORS' CORNER – HAPPY JANUARY! 
The new year is a great time to reset routines and focus on healthy habits that support children's success at school. One of the most important habits is getting enough sleep. Sleep plays a big role in children’s learning, behavior, and emotional well-being. When children are well-rested, they are better able to focus, manage their emotions, solve problems, and keep trying even when schoolwork feels challenging.

The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends the following amounts of sleep, based on age group:

• 4 to 12 months – 12 to 16 hours
• 1 to 2 years – 11 to 14 hours
• 3 to 5 years – 10 to 13 hours
• 6 to 12 years – 9 to 12 hours
• 13 to 18 years – 8 to 10 hours

We truly appreciate the support of our parents and families, and thank you for all that you do to encourage healthy habits that help children feel rested, confident, and ready to learn each day. Here is an article on the “Importance of good sleep routines for children.”
 

If you have questions, please contact your student’s teacher or reach out to me at (707) 277-6050 or tperkins@kvusd.org.

Thank you!
Tavis Perkins, Principal

10505 Fairway Drive
Kelseyville, CA 95451
Phone: (707) 277-6050