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Math Teacher on Trial
Playathon 2023
Rio Americano Playathon on October 24
Community Meeting for New Stadium
English Teacher Mathew Valencich, seen here at a graduation with Evelyn Padilla (right) and an unidentified student, died suddenly over the summer
In Memory of Mr. Valencich
Raiders take the field before the Vista del Lago game at El Camino after years of playing home games at other highschools in the district officials say Rio will finally get its own field.
Rio Stadium Construction to Begin in Summer, AD says
HBCU Fair to be Held Next Week
Long-awaited Hollow Knight: Silksong finally released
Long-awaited Hollow Knight: Silksong finally released
Boys Are Falling Behind
Boys Are Falling Behind
Students enjoy final Rio Americano rally of 2025.
Senior Walkout Rally
AP Language Classes Hold Mock Middle East Peace Summit
Eleanor Thornton's photo was chosen for the 2025 Viewpoint Gallery Photographic Art Center student show, "Barriers and Bridges," featuring works from high school and college students throughout the Sacramento area.
Opening This Week: Rio Americano Students Selected for Viewpoint Photo Show
Students perform a traditional Afghani dance routine at the World Fair on April 8.
Photos: World Fair Attracts Hundreds with Lively Performances and Cultural Food
Student Reactions and Behavior Towards New School Policies
Boys Are Falling Behind
Boys Are Falling Behind
How Optimism Has Paved My Road to Success
Christopher Rufo in his 2002 senior portrait in the Rio Americano High School Tesoro yearbook.
Letter to the Editor Re: Rio Grad Chris Rufo’s Anti-CRT Push
Band Students perform at Playathon 2023.
The Effect of Music on Education
The Rio Americano field.
EDITORIAL: Build the Rio Stadium
Raiders take the field before the Vista del Lago game at El Camino after years of playing home games at other highschools in the district officials say Rio will finally get its own field.
Rio Stadium Construction to Begin in Summer, AD says
Raider Football Pictures
Raider Football Pictures
Freshman Lucas Sebastian shows off a fish he caught on the Sacramento River Delta (winter 2025).
Fisherman keeps reeling in tournament prizes
The 1994-1995 football team. Photo from the 1995 Rio yearbook.
HALL OF FAME: Rio Honors Alumni Athletes and Coaches at 2025 Induction Ceremony
The ILS (Independent Living Skills) Olympics was held at Rio Americano on April 4. Photos by Evan Nguyen and Joshua Merri.
Photos: ILS Special Olympics Held at Rio
Junior Liliana Lettini competes at a wrestling match. Photo provided by coach Austin Bell.
Girls’ Wrestling Makes Sections for First Time in Rio History
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October 7, 2025 Bulletin
Students enjoy final Rio Americano rally of 2025.
Senior Walkout Rally
Students perform a traditional Afghani dance routine at the World Fair on April 8.
Photos: World Fair Attracts Hundreds with Lively Performances and Cultural Food
The ILS (Independent Living Skills) Olympics was held at Rio Americano on April 4. Photos by Evan Nguyen and Joshua Merri.
Photos: ILS Special Olympics Held at Rio
Faith Witte (10) chases down the ball. The Rio Americano girls lacrosse team defeated Oakmont 10-7 at home on March 26, 2025.
Photos: Girls Lacrosse vs. Oakmont
Students enjoy final Rio Americano rally of 2025.
Senior Walkout Rally
Students perform a traditional Afghani dance routine at the World Fair on April 8.
Photos: World Fair Attracts Hundreds with Lively Performances and Cultural Food
The ILS (Independent Living Skills) Olympics was held at Rio Americano on April 4. Photos by Evan Nguyen and Joshua Merri.
Photos: ILS Special Olympics Held at Rio
Faith Witte (10) chases down the ball. The Rio Americano girls lacrosse team defeated Oakmont 10-7 at home on March 26, 2025.
Photos: Girls Lacrosse vs. Oakmont
Rio Americano's varsity girls soccer tied with Christian Brothers at home on Feb. 10.
Photos: Girls Soccer vs. Christian Brothers
Rio Americano's dance teams perform at the blackout winter rally on Dec. 6.
Photos: Winter Blackout Rally
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Mirada fall print edition released

October 17, 2025

The Mirada has released it’s fall print edition. Contents include news, sports, opinion, games, and more. Pick up a free copy at various sites on campus, including the library and counseling office.

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English Teacher Mathew Valencich, seen here at a graduation with Evelyn Padilla (right) and an unidentified student, died suddenly over the summer
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Environmental Groups Express Concern About Plans for River, Levee Construction Near School
The Rio Americano field.
EDITORIAL: Build the Rio Stadium
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Rio Americano High School 2022 Commencement
Rio Americano High School 2022 Commencement