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Rio-Calaveras

Rio Calaveras

September Newsletter

AVID Career Day

Students engaged with IYT mentors at AVID  Career Day. Students were able to ask thoughtful  questions about the impact of mentorship and learned how they can one day become mentors themselves.

Students engaged with IYT mentors at AVID  Career Day. Students were able to ask thoughtful  questions about the impact of mentorship and learned how they can one day become mentors themselves.

Improve Your Tomorrow (IYT) joined Rio Calaveras’ Career Day, hosted by AVID, to inspire students about the power of mentorship. Brothers learned how positive role models can shape their goals, fuel motivation, and build confidence for the future. Events like these remind us that guidance and encouragement can spark a lifelong belief in one’s potential.

Academic Achievement

Brother Aidan, 8th grader at Rio Calaveras, currently holds a 3.6 GPA.

Brother Aidan, 8th grader at Rio Calaveras, currently holds a 3.6 GPA.

Eighth Grader, Brother Aiden, is being recognized for his outstanding academic dedication. He consistently completes his work on time, maintains excellent grades, and is praised by his teachers for his positive attitude and respectful behavior. Aiden’s focus and determination make him a role model for his peers and a true reflection of IYT’s core values.

Workshop

Students write their own song or chant inspired by the IYT core values.

Students write their own song or chant inspired by the IYT core values.

Students at Rio Calaveras recently participated in a powerful workshop focused on IYT’s core values: Service, Character, Liberation, and Teamwork. Through meaningful table discussions, students reflected on how these principles guide their actions at school, in the program, and within their communities. Each student shared personal insights and examples of how they strive to embody these values every day. The workshop served as an inspiring reminder that living these values strengthens both personal growth and the bonds of brotherhood.

Brothers reflect on the core values and write what they personally mean to them.

Brothers reflect on the core values and write what they personally mean to them.

Brother of the Month

Brother Ayaan, 7th grader, brother of the month.

Ayaan

7th Grade

Brother Ayaan, a 7th grader at Rio Calaveras, has been named Brother of the Month for his and strong character. He consistently shows up with a positive attitude, ready to learn and engage with his mentors and peers. Ayaan’s determination to improve and maintain his grades reflects his both in and out of the classroom. His consistency, effort, and support for others embody what it means to be a brother in IYT.

Upcoming Events

Name

Date & Time

Description

Fall Break

10/6/2025 - 10/10/2025

No school, enjoy your break!

Parent Coffee Hour

10/16/2025

5:30 - 6:30 pm

Join Rio' staff for an hour of food and refreshments while hearing the news and engage in table talk.

Dia De Los Muertos

10/17/2025

“Day of the Dead” craft, please RSVP on ParentSquare

Trunk or Treat!

10/23/2025

Families are welcome for an evening of fun!

Red Ribbon Week/Spirit Week

10/27/2025 - 10/31/2025

Spirit week– flyers will be handed out with the suggested themes.

Lunch on the Lawn

10/31/2025

Lunch on the Lawn— all grades

Program Info

Name

Contact Info

Nicole Davidson

nicole@improveyourtomorrow.org

209-203-2876

Rio Calaveras

Programming Days:

Tuesdays (3:05 - 4:45 pm),

Thursdays (1:55 - 4:45 pm),

& Fridays (3:05 - 4:45 pm)

Study Hall: Tuesdays, Thursdays, alt. Fridays

Mentor & Parent Engagement

Number of Parent Engagement Sessions:

45

Number of Mentor Sessions:

45

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