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PTA School of Excellence:

kmarksteiner0
Aug 7
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The 2024-2026 National PTA Schools of Excellence have been announced and Riverside Elementary PTA is on the list! Our PTA demonstrated what can be achieved when schools and families work together to accomplish common goals. We are thrilled to be recognized with the School of Excellence designation! #PTAExcellence #PTAProud #HowWePTA New Mexico Parent Teacher Association (NMPTA)

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