Ramily Matters
The official podcast of Riverview Gardens School District in St. Louis, Mo. where there's a new view on the horizon and learning is required! Riverview Gardens School District serves students, parents and community members in Riverview, Bellefontaine Neighbors, Moline Acres, Castle Point, Glasgow Village, Dellwood, Ferguson, Jennings and Unincorporated North St. Louis County. RGSD values meeting the academic, social and emotional needs of all students by offering a wide range of learning opportunities, extra-curricular activities and specialized programs.The Riverview Gardens School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs and activities, including employment and admissions, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX). All forms of sex-based discrimination are prohibited in the district, but this policy focuses exclusively on sexual harassment as defined in Title IX that occurs within the education programs and activities of the district. However, the district will respond promptly to investigate and address any report or complaint of sexual harassment.
Episodes
On this week's Ramily Matters Podcast, we are joined by Mellve Shahid, George Craft and Isiah McHellen of The Empowerment Network. The guests share their personal stories about being prostate cancer survivors and the importance of regular PSA screenings and medical checkups.
The Empowerment Network is partnering with Riverview Gardens School District, Affinia Healthcare, the City of Moline Acres and other community partners fo...
Ramily Matters Podcastsits down this week with Demetra King, coordinator to the superintendent. King graduated from Riverview Gardens School District in 1984, met her husband within its walls and has dedicated her career to the students and families who call it home.
In this episode, King discusses a day in the life of working in the superintendent's office, why she loves Riverview Gardens, the importance of attendance and accredita...
Demingo Loggins, Jamal Thompson and DeAndre Campbell join the Ramily Matters Podcast to share their strategies and insight into restorative practices in schools and why they are important in building relationships. The three men serve as restorative educators in the Riverview Gardens School District and share a passion for helping others through challenging situations.
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Hylle Shepard, Moline Elementary School's Secretary 3, joins the Ramily Matters Podcast. Ms. Shepard shares the secret to always keeping a smile on her face and how she helps staff and students to have a better day. Shepard also talks about how her career journey came full circle to education.
Happy Administrative Professionals Day/Week to all of RGSD's administrative staff!
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The teachers and staff at Moline Elementary School are on a mission, and they want you to know about it. In this episode, the team discusses why reading is so important, what brings them joy in the classroom and what it means to be part of the Emerson Early Literacy Challenge. Press play to hear directly from the educators who are shaping your child's future.
The Riverview Gardens School District Board of Education is committed to m...
RGHS' Journalism Club, along with Elizabeth Holzer, RGHS teacher, English chair and adviser for The Rambler and PanoRAMa, joined the Ramily Matters podcast this week. In the episode, guests explore the evolving landscape of modern journalism and strategies for staying safe in an increasingly digital world. They also share how Holzer inspires and challenges them, their go-to comfort stories, a behind-the-scenes look at the fast-pace...
The Ramily Matters Podcast is joined by Jason Little, Riverview Gardens High School's theatre teacher, and Maurine Burns, a Special School District English teacher at RGHS. The two discuss their acting careers, sharing their passion for acting with their students and the upcoming production of In the Blood.
The RGHS production of "In the Blood" runs from Thursday, March 25 at 3:30 pm, Friday, March 26 at 3:30 pm and Saturday, ...
In this episode, we sat down with the RGHS student council members to hear directly from the scholars shaping the school community. They open up about the real vibe of high school life, their roles on the student council and why it matters so much to them that teachers bring passion and hands-on energy to the classroom. Our student leaders also share their vision for what they want to see in their community and why consistency&mdas...
Stephanie Terry, RGSD's chief financial officer, and Ishmael Sistrunk, the district's executive director of Communications, join the Ramily Matters Podcast to share information about Proposition N, a no-tax-rate-increase debt levy transfer initiative on the April 7, 2026 ballot.
The two members of RGSD's District Leadership Team answer questions about Prop N, how it will support the district's finances (if passed) and how it will im...
Courtney Rachel, Riverview Gardens High School's associate principal, joins the Ramily Matters Podcast. Rachel is an RGHS graduate who has spent her career as an educator and administrator in Riverview Gardens School District.
The Riverview Gardens School District Board of Education is committed to maintaining a workplace and educational environment that is free from illegal discrimination, harassment and retaliation in admission or...
This week on the Ramily Matters Podcast, scholars from the Lewis and Clark Elementary School Communications Club discuss their interests, favorite subjects and community concerns in the latest episode. The scholars discuss why they enjoy math, their admiration for their principal and teacher and their hopes for changes in their community. Listen now!
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Dr. Tiffany Hunter, RGSD's Director of Assessment, joins the Ramily Matters Podcast. Dr. Hunter discusses RGSD's recent Annual Progress Report from the Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education and outlines what is needed for RGSD to regain full accreditation.
The Riverview Gardens School District Board of Education is committed to maintaining a workplace and educational environment that is free from illegal discri...
Howard Hernandez Woodard, RSGD's Assistant Safety & Security Director, joins the Ramily Matters Podcast this week. Woodard shares his insight as a protector, discusses his background as a veteran and former police officer and sheds light on what it takes to help ensure the safety of a school community and encourage those around him.
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Stephanie Terry, RGSD's Chief Financial Officer, joins the Ramily Matters Podcast. Terry shares her experience as a military veteran who worked in the Pentagon, her experiences in finance and her journey to find herself after raising her children.
The Riverview Gardens School District Board of Education is committed to maintaining a workplace and educational environment that is free from illegal discrimination, harassment and retali...
Dr. Joell Ramsdell, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum & Instruction at Riverview Gardens School District, joins the Ramily Matters Podcast this week. Dr. Ramsdell joined RGSD after serving as a vocal music teacher and interim superintendent in Kansas City for many years.
The Riverview Gardens School District Board of Education is committed to maintaining a workplace and educational environment that is free from illegal disc...
Eight student council members from Glasgow Elementary School sit down to share what drives them both in and out of the classroom. From their roles and initiatives on the council to their favorite subjects and dreams for the future, these student leaders open up about what matters most to them. Hear why they believe reading is essential, what they're passionate about beyond school walls and their visions for future careers and where...
The Ramily Matters Podcast returns for the 2025-2026 school year. Our first guest is Jackie Nichols, secretary at Glasgow Elementary School. Nichols has spent nearly 30 years as a staff member at Glasgow. She also attended Glasgow from kindergarten through 6th Grade as a student. In this episode, she shares her lifelong experiences as a Glasgow Cheetah!
The Riverview Gardens School District Board of Education is committed to maintai...
This week on the Ramily Matters Podcast, Yvette Hemphill-Swapshire, secretary at Meadows Elementary School, is known as the Auntie of the building. In this heartwarming episode, Swapshire shares how she brings positivity to the school community and how she sets the welcoming tone in the main office. Tune in to hear how her warmth, energy and dedication help shape the school culture every single day.
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This week the Ramily Matters Podcast welcomes RGHS graduating senior and valedictorian, Tameria K., and RGHS' CTE department chair, Pamela Falls, join the Ramily Matters Podcast. Tameria shares her story about being a senior at RGHS and the National Honors Society President. Falls shares insight about her role in leading the National Honors Society and helping kids find career paths.
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This week on the Ramily Matters Podcast, Megan Ziegler, Parents as Teachers (PAT) Coordinator, joined the show. In this episode, Ziegler shares how the PAT program runs, how the PAT program supports families with their parenting journey and the importance of literacy.
The Riverview Gardens School District Board of Education is committed to maintaining a workplace and educational environment that is free from illegal discrimina...
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