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Members of the Rio Americano Mathletes team.
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The giant camphor tree in front of the cafeteria was cut down over spring break.
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Senior Maryam Qazikhani speaking at the June 2021 graduation ceremony.
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Wellness Center organizer Marina Kidwell (12) in the newly created space, which features bean bags, stress toys and a seating area. Kidwell worked to create the space with fellow Civitas student Elisheva Joelson.
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Students at the summer 2024 UC Davis program.
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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.
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Students perform a traditional Afghani dance routine at the World Fair on April 8.
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"The Dark Knight" (2008), directed by Cristopher Nolan. Photo from Warner Bros. Pictures.
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History teacher Richard Yoha.
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Christopher Rufo in his 2002 senior portrait in the Rio Americano High School Tesoro yearbook.
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Band Students perform at Playathon 2023.
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The Rio Americano field.
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Drawing by Gwen Lindsey.
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The 1994-1995 football team. Photo from the 1995 Rio yearbook.
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The ILS (Independent Living Skills) Olympics was held at Rio Americano on April 4. Photos by Evan Nguyen and Joshua Merri.
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Junior Liliana Lettini competes at a wrestling match. Photo provided by coach Austin Bell.
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The Rio Americano field.
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Sidney Johnson, the best freshman shot putter in the U.S., won first place at the Glenn Poole Invitational tournament. Photo provided by her.
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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 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.
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Photography Students Transform Classroom into Large Camera Obscura
Photography Students Transform Classroom into Large Camera Obscura
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
Photography Students Transform Classroom into Large Camera Obscura
Photography Students Transform Classroom into Large Camera Obscura
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Photos: Back-to-School Rally

Sarah Root and Michael Mahoney
August 24, 2024

  • Seniors were met with a roaring crowd as they kicked off their final high school year at the back-to-school rally on Aug. 23.

    Photo By Sarah Root and Michael Mahoney

  • Seniors were met with a roaring crowd as they kicked off their final high school year at the back-to-school rally on Aug. 23.

    Photo By Sarah Root and Michael Mahoney

  • Seniors were met with a roaring crowd as they kicked off their final high school year at the back-to-school rally on Aug. 23.

    Photo By Sarah Root and Michael Mahoney

  • Seniors were met with a roaring crowd as they kicked off their final high school year at the back-to-school rally on Aug. 23.

    Photo By Sarah Root and Michael Mahoney

  • Seniors were met with a roaring crowd as they kicked off their final high school year at the back-to-school rally on Aug. 23.

    Photo By Sarah Root and Michael Mahoney

  • Seniors were met with a roaring crowd as they kicked off their final high school year at the back-to-school rally on Aug. 23.

    Photo By Sarah Root and Michael Mahoney

  • Seniors were met with a roaring crowd as they kicked off their final high school year at the back-to-school rally on Aug. 23.

    Photo By Sarah Root and Michael Mahoney

  • Seniors were met with a roaring crowd as they kicked off their final high school year at the back-to-school rally on Aug. 23.

    Photo By Sarah Root and Michael Mahoney

  • Seniors were met with a roaring crowd as they kicked off their final high school year at the back-to-school rally on Aug. 23.

    Photo By Sarah Root and Michael Mahoney

  • Seniors were met with a roaring crowd as they kicked off their final high school year at the back-to-school rally on Aug. 23.

    Photo By Sarah Root and Michael Mahoney

  • Seniors were met with a roaring crowd as they kicked off their final high school year at the back-to-school rally on Aug. 23.

    Photo By Sarah Root and Michael Mahoney

  • Seniors were met with a roaring crowd as they kicked off their final high school year at the back-to-school rally on Aug. 23.

    Photo By Sarah Root and Michael Mahoney

  • Seniors were met with a roaring crowd as they kicked off their final high school year at the back-to-school rally on Aug. 23.

    Photo By Sarah Root and Michael Mahoney

  • Seniors were met with a roaring crowd as they kicked off their final high school year at the back-to-school rally on Aug. 23.

    Photo By Sarah Root and Michael Mahoney
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